Question: Why should you give more space to bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorcyclists in bad weather?

Answer: Bad weather is even more difficult for them.

Question: Why is there an increased risk of hydroplaning on pavement during rainy weather?

Answer: 1. Rainwater mixes with dirt on the road.2. Rainwater mixes with road grease.3. Rainwater mixes with road oils.

Question: To recover from hydroplaning, ease off the accelerator, ____, and gently steer in the desired direction.

Answer: Apply gradual pressure to brakes.

Question: To countersteer against wind gusts, do not: ____.

Answer: Drive faster

Question: What should you do if a hurricane is approaching?

Answer: Move inland and avoid low areas.

Question: If driving in fog, you should ______.

Answer: 1. Use low-beam headlights2. Use your defroster3. Use your wipers

Question: What is a good thing to have if living in an area with frequent winter storms?

Answer: 1. Snow tires2. Chains3. All-weather tires

Question: Driving on an icy road will affect your ____.

Answer: Stopping distance. The distance required to stop in ice may be double the stopping distance in normal weather conditions.

Question: If your vehicle overheats, how long should you wait before opening the hood?

Answer: 20 minutes

Question: What does vapor lock cause?

Answer: It causes the engine to run roughly or stall.

Question: ____ feet of water will carry off pick-up trucks, SUVs, and most other vehicles.

Answer: 2

Question: Ryan is driving his truck in the rain when he approaches a road that seems to be quickly flooding. What should he do?

Answer: He should turn around and head for higher ground.

Question: When approaching a flooded area, what is the correct response?

Answer: Turn around and drive in the opposite direction.

Question: Your vehicle's ____ and ____ have the greatest impact on traction.

Answer: Weight and tires

Question: What could cause you to lose traction on the road?

Answer: 1. Ice2. Leaves3. Snow

Question: Losing traction can cause your vehicle to ______.

Answer: 1. Roll2. Pitch3. Yaw

Question: Braking or accelerating can cause too much of the weight of your vehicle to shift and rollover. True or false?

Answer: False: Speed and sharp steering can cause a rollover.

Question: Stephanie is driving on the highway. What should she do when approaching curves?

Answer: She should brake before turning and then take her foot off the brake while on the curve.

Question: Stella is driving in rush hour traffic under heavy rain. Which of the following is a safe action to take?

Answer: 1. Slow down2. She should increase her following distance.3. She should watch out for vulnerable roadway users.

Question: When driving up a steep incline, you should ____ to maintain a constant speed.

Answer: increase pressure on the accelerator pedal.

Question: You should _____ to reduce the risk of a serious balance shift around a sharp curve.

Answer: Take the outside lane.

Question: Front tire traction loss occurs when you oversteer on a slick surface around a turn or curve. True or false?

Answer: False: Front tire traction loss occurs when you understeer on a slick surface around a turn or curve.

Question: If your front tires lose traction and skid, you should ____.

Answer: Steer in the direction you want to go.

Question: What should you NOT do if your vehicle starts skidding?

Answer: Slam on the brakes.

Question: To steer out of a skid, you must ______.

Answer: Steer towards your planned path of travel.

Question: What is ESP?

Answer: Electronic Stability Program

Question: Head-on collisions are deadly at high speeds. True or false?

Answer: True: The front of one vehicle collides with the front of another and is the most dangerous.

Question: Drifting off the pavement will cause ______.

Answer: An uneven shift in balance.

Question: Where do broadside collisions most commonly occur?

Answer: Intersections

Question: Sideswipe collisions are the most damaging type of collision. True or false?

Answer: False: Sideswipe collisions are usually the least damaging type. Still, try to avoid them.

Question: After steering out of the way of something, you may have to ___ to regain control.

Answer: Counter-steer

Question: What type of collision could you avoid by speeding up?

Answer: A rear-end or broadside collision.

Question: What is a way to avoid the consequences of an impending crash?

Answer: 1. Try to hit something stationary instead of something moving.2. Avoid head-on collisions.3. Try to hit something soft instead of something hard.

Question: To avoid single vehicle crashes, use your brake systems and steering. True or false?

Answer: True: Using your brake systems and steering can help you avoid single vehicle crashes.

Question: Why is it important to look out for potholes?

Answer: They might damage your tires.

Question: What do you not have to do after crashing?

Answer: Turn in your license.

Question: The only reason you wouldn't keep the cars at the scene of a crash is if _______.

Answer: It happened in a major lane.

Question: You are not liable for damage to property next to a street or highway if in a collision. True or false?

Answer: False: If you are in a collision that damages any property, you must find out who the owner is and give them your information.

Question: You can never be held liable for trying to help someone. True or false?

Answer: False: You can be held liable if you are expecting payment or your negligence caused the crash.

Question: What is something you must do when aiding the injured in a crash?

Answer: 1. You should refrain from lifting or moving the victim unless you have to.2. You should call an ambulance.3. You should stop serious bleeding with thick cloths.