Driver's Ed Final Test Questions

For safe travel you should identify a stopping zone ahead along your path of travel of at least: a. 4 to 5 seconds. b. 12 to 15 seconds. c. 16 to 19 seconds. d. 20 to 23 seconds.

a

In traffic, the best way for you to provide an emergency escape path is to maintain adequate space to the: a. Front and at least one side of your vehicle. b. Rear of your vehicle. c. Sides of your vehicle. d. Front of your vehicle.

a

To check your blind areas, you should: a. Turn your head slightly and check over your shoulder in the direction of the blind area. b. Adjust all of your mirrors temporarily. c. Lower your visor and use the vanity mirror and light attached to it. d. Try to see the reflection off of the vehicle traveling in your blind spot.

a

To reverse direction on a two-way street, you will best manage your risk by: a. Making a two-point turn by backing into a driveway on your right then driving forward into the street. b. Making a U-turn. c. Making a three-point turnabout. d. Making a two-point turn by driving into a driveway on your left then backing into the street.

a

When driving, it is best to place: a. Your foot in front of the brake and pivot to the accelerator. b. Your foot in front of the accelerator and pivot to the brake. c. Both A and B are correct. d. Neither A nor B are correct.

a

A flashing red light indicates: a. It is broken, so you do not need to pay attention to it. b. A green light will be appearing soon. c. To stop and proceed only when it is safe. d. To slow and yield to traffic already in the intersection.

c

Communicating should be thought of as: a. Sending information. b. Receiving a message. c. Exchanging information. d. Providing feedback.

c

How fast you drive is determined by: a. The posted speed limit. b. The highway conditions. c. Both A and B are correct. d. Neither A nor B are correct.

c

If you employ a good visual search while driving, you will: a. Check your rearview mirror every 5 seconds. b. Know the year of the vehicle behind you. c. Be searching 20 to 30 seconds ahead of your vehicle. d. All of the above are correct.

c

Strong emotions can affect your: a. Physical coordination before your mental judgement. b. Mental judgement before your physical coordination. c. Ability to think, reason, and make decisions. d. Physical skills before your mental skills.

c

The purpose of traffic signs, signals, and pavement markings is to: a. Prevent traffic movement. b. Establish traffic hazards. c. Promote the orderly flow of traffic. d. Confuse drivers.

c

To develop a selective search pattern, you should: a. Know where to direct your search. b. Classify information into major groups. c. Both A and B are correct. d. Neither A nor B is correct.

c

When you are angle or perpendicular parking, you should: a. Signal in the direction opposite your intended parking space so other driver's will not attempt to pass you. b. Not signal since you are in a parking lot. c. Signal in the direction of your intended parking space since you are turning. d. Use your emergency flashers.

c

When you shift to reverse you should: a. Press the accelerator pedal to the floor. b. Keep the steering wheel in line ensuring the vehicle goes straight back. c. Press the brake pedal. d. Only shift to reverse from the "Parked" position.

c

Which sense is most critical to safe driving? a. Hearing. b. Smell. c. Seeing. d. Touch.

c

You fail to stop at a stop sign and hit another vehicle. Which type of insurance will pay for the repair of your vehicle? a. Liability. b. Medical Payments. c. Collision. d. Comprehensive.

c

When your mirrors are properly adjusted, which of the following is true? a. The rearview mirror will be adjusted allowing you to see as much of the rear window as possible. b. The outside mirrors will be adjusted to provide a view of the sides of your vehicle. c. The mirrors will provide detailed information about vehicles around you. d. Blind spots will be eliminated so you do not need to check to the sides.

a

When your vehicle is equipped with an anti-locking braking system (ABS) you will: a. Retain some ability to steer while braking hard. b. Stop your vehicle faster. c. Not be able to lock the doors of your vehicle with auto-lock. d. Skid on any surface as soon as you depress the brake pedal.

a

Which of the following is the best procedure for making a lane change to the right? a. Check all sides for a safe gap in traffic, signal right, re-check blind areas to the rear in the direction you plan to move, steer into the lane when safe then cancel the signal. b. Check inside the rearview mirror, signal right, check passenger's side outside mirror and look over your left shoulder for your blind area. c. Signal right, check driver's outside mirror and look over your left shoulder. d. Signal right, check driver's outside mirror and look over your right shoulder before moving right.

a

You should avoid passing another vehicle: a. As you approach a hill crest. b. When the sun is setting. c. When a police officer is present. d. None of the above is correct.

a

A rear-facing infant child safety seat should be properly secured in: a. The front seat. b. The back seat. c. Any seat that has a safety belt. d. The cargo area.

b

Driver licenses are issued by: a. County or parish officials. b. The state government. c. The federal government. d. The city officials.

b

Nearly a quarter of all new drivers will be involved in a collision or convicted of a traffic offense during their first year of driving. a. True b. False

b

The fatality rate per million miles driven for drivers under the age of twenty is: a. Lower than other drivers. b. Higher than other drivers. c. About the same as other drivers. d. Has not been determined.

b

Tires with adequate tread: a. Do not help prevent hydroplaning. b. Will prevent hydroplaning if the tires are new. c. Will give you greater traction on dry pavement. d. Will help to reduce the likelihood of hydroplaning.

b

To reduce the forces of a collision with another vehicle, you should; a. Adjust your speed and try to hit the other vehicle head-on. b. Reduce your speed and try to hit the other vehicle in front of the front wheels or behind the rear wheels. c. Aim for the other vehicle's passenger doors since they will give more than the fenders. d. Do nothing since nothing you can do will reduce the forces of a collision.

b

When a person is affected by marijuana he/she will: a. Still be capable of driving safely. b. Be at higher risk because of reduced concentration. c. Be more relaxed and drive better. d. See better at night.

b

When loading a trailer you should put about: a. 50 percent of the weight to the rear half of the trailer. b. 60 percent of the weight to the front half of the trailer. c. 70 percent of the weight to the side of the trailer opposite the driver's side. d. 80 percent to the weight to the front half of the trailer.

b

When you sit upright in the driver's seat your ability to see the driving environment is: a. Minimized. b. Maximized. c. Not affected. d. None of the above is correct.

b

Which of the following is not a characteristic of risk? a. Risk is always present. b. Perceived risk does not differ from actual risk. c. Risk is affected by all road users. d. Risk can be managed.

b

Which sign are you not likely to see mounted beside the road? a. No passing pennantt. b. Slow-moving vehicle sign. c. Train crossing sign. d. None of the above is correct.

b

You are about to collide with another vehicle. You should: a. Throw yourself on the floor of your vehicle and tell your passengers to do the same. b. Use controlled braking and steer so that you collide with the other vehicle at an angle. c. Lock your brakes and steer hard to the right side of the roadway. d. Turn off your engine.

b

You have better control of your vehicle during emergency maneuvers if you are not wearing your safety belt. a. True b. False

b

You have the option of making a two-point turn, U-turn, or going counter-clockwise around the block to reverse your direction. You will likely best minimize your risk by: a. Making a U-turn. b. Going around the block. c. Making a two-point turn. d. The risk is likely to be the same for all three options given.

b

You should avoid driving for extended periods of time beside a large truck because: a. The air currents created by large trucks will force you off the road. b. Large trucks have large blind areas and the truck driver may not realize you are there. c. The dirt, dust, and smoke from a large truck will create visibility problems for you. d. None of the above is correct.

b

Although each state may differ slightly, generally drivers are required to stop when they encounter a school bus that is: a. Loading children. b. Unloading children. c. Stopped with lights flashing. d. All of the above are correct.

d

Before you shift your vehicle into drive, you should: a. Let the engine idle for 15 to 20 seconds. b. Check that all gauges are working. c. Turn on your low beam headlights if the vehicle does not have DRLs. d. All of the above are correct.

d

The friction point of the clutch is the point at which the clutch pedal is: a. Pushed all the way to the floor. b. Let all the way up from the floor. c. Let up part way to a point where the gears grind. d. Let up part way to a point where the engine starts to move the vehicle.

d

To more efficiently gather information, a driver should search and identify objects and conditions within four classifications, including: a. Roadway signs, signals and markings, motorized vehicles, motorcycles. b. Roadways signs, signals and markings, stop signs, motorized users. c. Roadways signs, signals and markings, stop signs, motorized vehicles. d. Motorized vehicles; signs, signals and markings; non-motorized users; roadway features.

d

Traffic control devices include: a. Signal lights. b. Traffic signs. c. Pavement markings. d. All of the above are correct.

d

Under-inflated tires will: a. Not have an effect on fuel economy. b. Improve fuel economy. c. Provide a harsher ride. d. Decrease fuel economy.

d

When a driver is following you too closely (tailgating), you should give additional space to: a. Your right. b. Your left. c. Both sides of your vehicle. d. Your front and at least one side.

d

What does the color red mean when used in traffic signs?

Red tells drivers to stop or yield, to caution.

Alcohol affects: a. Judgement first so you have difficulty deciding how much or if you should continue to drink. b. Your physical abilities first so you will test your ability to drive. c. Your automatic responses first so you will continue to breath after you pass out. d. All parts of your brain and body at the same time.

a

Driver error contributes to approximately: a. 90% of all traffic crashes. b. 70% of all traffic crashes. c. 50% of all traffic crashes. d. 30% of all traffic crashes.

a