Driving School
Imagine the steering wheel is a clock. What is the suggested position for your hands?
"9 and 3"
The more time you have to react to a threat...
...the better your chance of a good outcome.
What is the legal limit of blood alcohol content for noncommercial drivers?
0.08%
How many points will be assessed to your driving record if you drive 1 to 25 mph over the speed limit?
2
When should you lower your high beams?
500ft from an oncoming vehicle and 200ft from a vehicle in front of you.
How many points do Admin per se violations get you?
6
Where can you find the pressure level that your tires require?
A and C are correct.
Which one is a potential risk that aiming high can help you prepare for?
A child or animal that suddenly darted into the road.
Which statement is true?
A good rule of thumb is always yield to pedestrians.
What's the difference between a suspension and a revocation?
A revocation is more serious and they take your license.
How much distance should you have between you and a large truck?
At least 100-200ft
Which one is an appropriate distance to have when passing a cyclist?
At least 3 ft
What are some of the requirements for other lights to be considered in working order?
Brake lights must work.
Which part of the road do you need to be extra careful with when there's snow or ice?
Bridges and overpasses, they freeze more easily.
What should you do when approaching an exit lane?
Check for people in the middle lane with their directional lights on.
What should you pay attention to if the driver in front of you is towing a boat?
Check if the brake lights work.
What should you do if a driver "waves you on" to let you pass at an intersection?
Determine if the path is clear in all directions.
Which one is a law?
Don't back your car up on a freeway.
What should you do if you're in a crash and someone is injured?
Don't move them unless it's necessary.
Which statement is true about Defensive Driving?
Driving defensively means being aware of everything happening both inside and outside your vehicle.
How can you recover if your vehicle is skidding?
Ease up on the gas.
What should you do in case of a tire blowout?
Ease up on the gas.
Which statement is true?
If a bus driver waves you on, be cautious, there might still be children nearby.
What should you do if a vehicle nearby is drifting back and forth?
If they're changing lanes, notify law enforcement.
When should you stop in front of a railroad crossing?
If you hear bells.
What does the Move Over law say?
If you see any stopped vehicle with flashing lights move over to the next lane if possible.
Which option is CORRECT?
If you're driving a faulty vehicle your knowledge might not be enough to avoid an accident.
What happens if you lose control of your vehicle?
It will not stop until it loses momentum or hits something bigger and more solid.
Why should you aim high when preparing to turn?
It'll avoid a sharp turn.
Which statement is true about right turns?
It's less complicated than a left turn, but you should still be careful.
What does "yield" mean?
It's when you allow another vehicle to pass before you in an intersection.
What does "right of way" mean?
It's who has the legal right to go first in an intersection.
Which steps should you follow to change lanes on a ONE-WAY street?
Leave a space with the vehicle in front, signal, check your path, move to the next lane, check if the directional light reset and continue your travel. Prepare to reenter when you see the entire vehicle you are passing, signal again, check and reenter.
What should you do if you are unsure if someone will turn?
Look at their eyes. Are they looking to the sides to turn?
What should you do if a truck or large vehicle in front of you is blocking your field of vision before passing it?
Look under the large vehicle to check for wheels or feet.
Which one is a good scanning technique when driving?
Looking around you with your eyes only.
Which one is true about entering/exiting a freeway?
Never cross more than one lane to take an exit.
What should you do if you are the victim of road rage?
Notify the authorities and drive to the nearest police station.
Which one of these is illegal in Alabama?
Occupying a lane that doesn't match your original lane after turning.
When should you have your headlights on?
One half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise.
Which statement is true?
Only the first 6 inches of a windshield are allowed to be tinted.
Which one is a possible distraction?
Programming your GPS.
What should you do if you notice your engine is overheating?
Pull off the road as soon as possible.
What should you do if an emergency vehicle is approaching you with flashing lights and sirens?
Pull over to the curb until it passes.
Which one is NOT an example of something a good defensive driver would do?
Pulling out into a road as fast as possible before the car approaching you can catch up.
What should you do if you lose your brakes?
Pump the brake pedal.
What should you do if you encounter a careless driver?
Put some distance between you.
What should you do if an officer stops you?
Put your vehicle in park and turn the ignition off.
Which one is dangerous in case of a frozen gas pedal and should be avoided at all costs?
Reaching for the accelerator pedal with your hands.
What is the best-case scenario with a threat when driving?
Recognizing the potential threat before it happens and avoiding it.
What should you do if you are about to be rear-ended?
Release the brakes to lessen the impact.
What should you use to extinguish an on-board fire if you don't have an extinguisher?
Sand
What should you do if you suspect someone might cross your path?
Slow down and observe them.
What should you do if the traffic light turns yellow?
Slow down and prepare to stop if it's possible.
Which statement is true?
Slow drivers are a chief cause of accidents on freeways.
Why is looking at an accident at the other side of the road a potential threat?
Some drivers slow down suddenly, causing rear end collisions.
If a truck driver turns down your street at an intersection...
Stop well before the intersection when the light turns red.
Which one is a proper way to stop the car?
Tapping the brake, releasing it, tapping again and repeating.
Why are freeways and highways considered challenging?
The higher speed means you have to react faster.
Which statement is true?
The law doesn't prohibit you from cutting a funeral procession, but try to be accommodating and respectful anyways.
If there are two drivers at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, what should they do?
The one on the left should yield the right of way to the one on the right.
Which one is a sign that there might be a problem with your brake pedal?
The pedal feels squishy.
What is the meaning of a broken yellow line with a solid one?
Traffic in the opposite direction. Passing allowed only for the lane with the broken line
What is the meaning of a double white line?
Traffic in the same direction. No passing allowed.
Which one is an exception to the Road Rage Law in which traveling on the far-left lane is permitted?
Traffic is extremely heavy and all lanes are backed up.
A damaged muffler is dangerous because you might fall prey to carbon monoxide poisoning.
True
A good defensive driver can recognize other drivers' poor behavior and assess the potential threat to themselves.
True
An emergency vehicle is just another vehicle if it doesn't have flashing lights or sounds.
True
Defensive Driving is about anticipating risks and taking action to avoid potentially dangerous situations.
True
If you have an arrow painted on your lane you should turn in that direction.
True
If you have to answer a call while driving, you should safely pull off the road before doing it.
True
Motorcycles often drift within their lanes.
True
Once you determine what you want to do and checked it's safe, you should execute the move without hesitation.
True
Penalties are there to ensure people obey the law
True
Stopping should be smooth, slow and gradual, so planning ahead is key.
True
The law states that pedestrians should yield to vehicles if they're not on a crosswalk.
True
Turning, like stopping, should also be smooth and gradual.
True
How can you test the depth of your tire treads?
Use a penny.
How should you use your headlights if there's snow, ice or a fog bank?
Use the low beams so the light doesn't reflect on the fog or ice.
What is the typical meaning of diamond-shaped signs?
Warning
What is highway hypnosis?
When the repetitiveness of the highway causes you to become disoriented or distracted.
When should you NOT pass another vehicle in a two-way street?
When you are 500ft or less from a curve or hill.
Which statement is true?
You can receive or make calls if you're over 18.
What do you know from reading this sign?
You can turn left from two lanes and go straight from only one.
Which statement is true?
You have a right to ask plain clothes officers to identify themselves.
What do green arrows mean?
You have the right of way in the direction they indicate.
Which statement is true?
You may park in a bike lane if it's permitted in that area.
What does a yellow X above a lane mean?
You may remain on that lane but use with extreme caution.
What is a possible problem of driving while angry?
You might overreact to other drivers' carelessness.
Why is it important to check who you're sharing the road with?
You need to adjust your driving depending on the type of vehicle you share the road with.
What does "Good Defensive drivers aim high" mean?
You need to be aware of things in your immediate front, but also to things happening further away on the road.
Which statement is TRUE?
You need to manually adjust your lap belt even if the shoulder belt adjusts automatically.
What is the "two second rule"?
You should count at least two seconds after the car in front of you passes a point before reaching it.
What document do you need to show if you're stopped by law enforcement?
Your driver's license, Registration of vehicle, and Proof of Insurance
What lettering or symbol might you expect to see on this sign?
a deer
What are the requirements for headlights to be considered in working order?
All of the above.
What should you do after an emergency vehicle passes you?
All of the above.
What should you do if a parked car in a parking lot has the back up lights on?
All of the above.
What should you do if someone is tailgating you?
All of the above.
What should you do if you are driving away from solar glare?
All of the above.
What should you do if you are taking prescription drugs and need to drive?
All of the above.
What should you do if you have a green light and a funeral procession is passing?
All of the above.
What should you do if you see an orange construction sign?
All of the above.
What should you do if you start hydroplaning?
All of the above.
What should you do if you're stuck on train tracks and there's no train in sight?
All of the above.
When is it permissible to pass a vehicle on the right?
All of the above.
Which items need to be in working order in Alabama?
All of the above.
Which one is an appropriate reason to change lanes?
All of the above.
Which statement is TRUE?
All of the above.
Why are cellphones and texting a problem when driving?
All of the above.
Why might a driver slow down to 40mph on a highway?
All of the above.
Why should you be more careful when driving around motorcycles?
All of the above.
What should you check before driving?
All of them.
Commercial truck drivers are allowed to direct traffic.
False
If you take medicine and don't feel ill thanks to it you are OK to drive.
False
Most accidents happen when the driver is far from home.
False
Scanning moving your head is faster and more effective than scanning with just your eyes.
False
Yellow lines on the center of the road divide traffic going in the same direction into separate lanes.
False
You don't need to check your car before driving if it's just for a short trip to the store.
False
What's the meaning of a red curb?
Fire lanes. Absolutely no parking or standing.
Which things do you need to consider when you want to stop your vehicle?
Both are correct.
What is a point system?
A system that gives points for breaking the law and revokes or suspends the license after a certain amount of points.
Which one is true about child seats in cars?
After age 6, regular seatbelt use is appropriate unless they have a slim build.
Which statement is TRUE?
Airbag systems work best when used together with seatbelts.
What threats are defensive drivers ready to "defend" themselves against?
All are correct.
How much ahead should you be aware of when driving?
All of the above.
What should you do if you're involved in a normal fender bender?
Exchange contact details.
A good defensive driver can control how other drivers behave.
False
What should you do if you find wildlife or animals in the middle of the road?
Give them time to move out.
What should you do if the car behind you is following too closely?
Gradually ease up on the gas to increase the following distance.
Why should you maintain a safe following distance?
It gives you time to react in case the driver in front stops without warning.
What does following distance mean?
The distance between your car and the one in front of you.
How does bad weather affect the 2-second rule?
The time between you and the other vehicle should increase to 5-6 seconds.
What is the "Death Zone"?
The zone around a school bus where most injuries and deaths occur.
What will happen to someone who is convicted of their second or subsequent DUI?
Their license will be revoked.
Why should you be careful when driving around children, pets or wildlife?
They are unpredictable.
Why are mileposts important?
They help emergency services locate you faster in case of an accident.
What should you pay attention to when driving?
What's happening in front of you, to your sides and behind you.
Why should you check your wiper blades before driving?
Worn wipers might smudge or even scratch your windshield.
What color is in the middle position?
Yellow
What should you do in a roundabout?
Yield to traffic that is already in the roundabout.
What should you do if you have a yield sign in in front of you on an intersection?
Yield your right of way to other drivers.
