Level 9
To countersteer against wind gusts, do not: ____.
Drive faster
What is ESP?
Electronic Stability Program
____ feet of water will carry off pick-up trucks, SUVs, and most other vehicles.
2
If your vehicle overheats, how long should you wait before opening the hood?
20 minutes
To avoid single vehicle crashes, use your brake systems and steering. True or false?
True: Using your brake systems and steering can help you avoid single vehicle crashes.
When approaching a flooded area, what is the correct response?
Turn around and drive in the opposite direction.
What do you not have to do after crashing?
Turn in your license.
What could cause you to lose traction on the road?
1. Ice 2. Leaves 3. Snow
Why is there an increased risk of hydroplaning on pavement during rainy weather?
1. Rainwater mixes with dirt on the road. 2. Rainwater mixes with road grease. 3. Rainwater mixes with road oils.
Losing traction can cause your vehicle to ______.
1. Roll 2. Pitch 3. Yaw
Stella is driving in rush hour traffic under heavy rain. Which of the following is a safe action to take?
1. Slow down 2. She should increase her following distance. 3. She should watch out for vulnerable roadway users.
What is a good thing to have if living in an area with frequent winter storms?
1. Snow tires 2. Chains 3. All-weather tires
What is a way to avoid the consequences of an impending crash?
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.
What type of collision could you avoid by speeding up?
A rear-end or broadside collision.
Drifting off the pavement will cause ______.
An uneven shift in balance.
To recover from hydroplaning, ease off the accelerator, ____, and gently steer in the desired direction.
Apply gradual pressure to brakes.
After steering out of the way of something, you may have to ___ to regain control.
Counter-steer
Ryan is driving his truck in the rain when he approaches a road that seems to be quickly flooding. What should he do?
He should turn around and head for higher ground.
Where do broadside collisions most commonly occur?
Intersections
What does vapor lock cause?
It causes the engine to run roughly or stall.
The only reason you wouldn't keep the cars at the scene of a crash is if _______.
It happened in a major lane.
What should you do if a hurricane is approaching?
Move inland and avoid low areas.
Stephanie is driving on the highway. What should she do when approaching curves?
She should brake before turning and then take her foot off the brake while on the curve.
What should you NOT do if your vehicle starts skidding?
Slam on the brakes.
If your front tires lose traction and skid, you should ____.
Steer in the direction you want to go.
To steer out of a skid, you must ______.
Steer towards your planned path of travel.
Driving on an icy road will affect your ____.
Stopping distance. The distance required to stop in ice may be double the stopping distance in normal weather conditions.
Why is it important to look out for potholes?
They might damage your tires.
Your vehicle's ____ and ____ have the greatest impact on traction.
Weight and tires
When driving up a steep incline, you should ____ to maintain a constant speed.
increase pressure on the accelerator pedal.
If driving in fog, you should ______.
1. Use low-beam headlights 2. Use your defroster 3. Use your wipers
What is something you must do when aiding the injured in a crash?
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.
Why should you give more space to bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorcyclists in bad weather?
Bad weather is even more difficult for them.
Front tire traction loss occurs when you oversteer on a slick surface around a turn or curve. True or false?
False: Front tire traction loss occurs when you understeer on a slick surface around a turn or curve.
You are not liable for damage to property next to a street or highway if in a collision. True or false?
False: If you are in a collision that damages any property, you must find out who the owner is and give them your information.
Sideswipe collisions are the most damaging type of collision. True or false?
False: Sideswipe collisions are usually the least damaging type. Still, try to avoid them.
Braking or accelerating can cause too much of the weight of your vehicle to shift and rollover. True or false?
False: Speed and sharp steering can cause a rollover.
You can never be held liable for trying to help someone. True or false?
False: You can be held liable if you are expecting payment or your negligence caused the crash.
Head-on collisions are deadly at high speeds. True or false?
True: The front of one vehicle collides with the front of another and is the most dangerous.
You should _____ to reduce the risk of a serious balance shift around a sharp curve.
Take the outside lane.
