Driving Segment 1 Chapter 3 (quiz)

When practical, it is best to have a space of at least ____________ feet on both sides of your vehicle.

8

The instant you observe a conflict ahead, you should check the mirrors.

true

The adhesion, or grip, between the tires and the road surface is called:

traction

To allow enough distance to stop when responding to hazardous objects or conditions, you should identify a planned path of travel _______________ seconds ahead.

12-15

Hydroplaning can occur at speeds as low as ___________ miles per hour

35

If a vehicle's speed doubles, the distance needed to stop the vehicle:

Increases by four (quadruples)

How does gravity affect braking distance when driving downhill?

It lengthens braking distance

"A body at rest tends to remain at rest" is defined as:

inertia

The ________________ a tire's contact patch, the ________________ traction the tire has with the road surface

larger, more or smaller, less

When approaching loose gravel on the road, you should:

slow down