Chapter 8

Where do pedestrians and animals enter your path of travel? A) To the rear only of your vehicle B) To the left side only of vehicle C) To the front and either side of vehicle D) None of the answers are correct

C) To the front and either side of vehicle

When considering Space and Time concepts while driving a vehicle, what is a Closing Actions? A) Is the chance that a vehicle and another road user will move closer together as they move along their paths of travel B) Are maneuvers drivers make that increase two vehicles move close to each other such as changing lanes C) Is the time needed to change lanes safely D) None of the above are correct

B) Are maneuvers drivers make that increase two vehicles move close to each other such as changing lanes

Safe drivers increase their following distance when: * A) The weather is sunny and roads are clear of heavy traffic B) Traveling at higher speeds, inclement weather or heavy traffic C) A driver sees the road ahead is widening and lanes are increase from a single lane to a double lane with traffic in same direction D) None of the above is correct

B) Traveling at higher speeds, inclement weather or heavy traffic

After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane when: A) The other driver flashes their headlights B) You can see the entire front of the vehicle you passed in the inside rear view mirror C) You can see the front bumper in the rearview mirror D) You reach the end of your marked passing zone

B) You can see the entire front of the vehicle you passed in the inside rear view mirror

A driver should maintain a minimum following distance of: A) One car length for every 10 mph B) 1 to 2 seconds C) 3 to 4 seconds D) 15 to 20 seconds

C) 3 to 4 seconds

When a tailgating vehicle travels too close behind you, what are the correct procedures a safe driver will choose? A) A safe driver will alert a tailgater to increase their following distance behind you by tapping their brake or hitting them hard B) A safe driver will alert a tailgater who is too close by honking their horn to get them to slow down and increase their distance behind you C) A safe driver will gradually slow down and move to lane position 3 closer to shoulder to encourage the tailgater to pass you on the left D) A safe driver will maintain their speed and ignore the tailgater until they turn off the road.

C) A safe driver will gradually slow down and move to lane position 3 closer to shoulder to encourage the tailgater to pass you on the left

You should avoid passing another vehicle: A) As you approach a hill crest B) When the sun is setting C) When the police officer is present D) None of the above is correct

A) As you approach a hill crest

When considering Space and Time concepts while driving a vehicle, what is a Closing Probability? A) Is the chance that a vehicle and another road user will move closer together as they move along their paths of travel B) Are maneuvers drivers make that increase possibilities of a collision C) Is the time needed to change lanes safely D) None of the above are correct

A) Is the chance that a vehicle and another road user will move closer together as they move along their paths of travel

When would lane position 2 or closer to dividing line of traffic be most helpful? A) When a vehicle, bicyclist, or emergency vehicle is on the right shoulder B) When you see traffic up ahead and you can move left to see better while driving in traffic C) When a vehicle is passing you on the left shift to lane position 2 to give that vehicle more room to pass your vehicle D) When you have been driving in lane position 1 for a long time and need a change in scenery

A) When a vehicle, bicyclist, or emergency vehicle is on the right shoulder

When should you pass a vehicle? A) When it is legal to do so, safe for you and other drivers and worth it. B) When there are no police visible on the road C) When you are in a hurry and need to speed to get there on time D) When you have enough extra gas in your gas tank

A) When it is legal to do so, safe for you and other drivers and worth it.

How much space do you need to safely pass a bicyclist? A) 1 foot or 12 inches B) 3 feet or 36 inches C) No space as bicyclist should move over onto grassy area D) None of the above are correct

B) 3 feet or 36 inches

What factors are considered in the Basic Speed Law? A) Visibility B) Traction on road C) Volume and Speed of nearby traffic D) All of above are correct

D) All of above are correct

An adequate space margin is one that provides a driver with: A) Time B) Space C) Visibility D) All of the above are correct

D) All of the above are correct

What kind of information can you receive in a glance? A) Signals light flashing B) Symbols and Shapes C) Numbers and Letters D) All of the above are correct

D) All of the above are correct

What type of Closing Actions might decrease your safe driving? A) Drivers do not stop for stop signs or red lights B) Drivers following too close to other vehicles C) Driver fails to use signal when turning or changing lanes D) All of the above are correct

D) All of the above are correct

When do you need to take evasive actions such as suddenly swerve to avoid an object or brake suddenly to avoid colliding with another vehicle ahead? A) When not paying attention to road way conditions and other vehicles ahead B) When there is not enough following distance to vehicle ahead C) When speeding higher than posted speed limit D) All of the above are correct

D) All of the above are correct

Why would you possible need to change lanes? A) Change in traffic conditions such as crowded lane due to many cars making a right turn on a double lane with traffic going in same direction B) Driving conditions and environment such as heavy rain and flooding on side of road or pot holes on road ahead C) Actions and behavior of other road users who exhibit erratic or unpredictable behavior such as car in front of you is braking suddenly or weaving on the road on a double lane with traffic going in same direction D) All of the above is correct

D) All of the above is correct

A reasonable and proper speed for any set of conditions is a speed that: A) Will not result in a violation B) Allows you to avoid spinouts C) Allows time to adjust your radio while moving D) Provides a safe travel path

D) Provides a safe travel path

When you are driving, what is most difficult area around your vehicle to control safely? A) Front B) Right side C) Left side D) Rear

D) Rear

What allows a safe driver enough time for judgement errors and to provide for an escape path when necessary? A) Sunglasses B) A full tank of gas C) Proof of Insurance D) Space Margins around your vehicle

D) Space Margins around your vehicle