If a wrong-way driver approaches,
slow down and move as far to the right as possible
. Even if there is no shoulder, still try to move as far to the right as possible. When driving at night, travel in the center lane so you can move to the right or the left to avoid a wrong-way driver heading in your direction.
What should you do when there is a vehicle coming from the opposite direction in your lane aceable?
What should you do when there is a vehicle coming from the opposite direction in your lane?
slow down, move to the right and honk your horn.
When entering the lane of an oncoming vehicle in order to pass you will need at least feet to pass safely 500 ft?
When entering the lane of an oncoming vehicle in order to pass, you will need at least how many feet to pass safely?
1600 ft
.
Are you held liable when you help an injured person in a traffic accident aceable?
Are you held liable when you help an injured person in a traffic accident? …
No, you’ll never be held liable for helping people
.
When you are preparing to turn into a side road or driveway Which of the following actions should you take?
Reduce your speed.
Take a quick look in your mirrors
. Also, check your mirrors when you are preparing to turn into a side road or driveway, and when you are stopping to pull into a parking space.
What is the first option for slowing down?
The first option for slowing down is
to release the gas pedal
.
What is the safest maneuver if you pass your destination?
Passing another vehicle on the left
is usually the safest option. In fact, most states forbid drivers to pass on the right-hand side.
When entering traffic when should you activate your turn signal after?
You should signal
at least 100 feet before you turn
so the other drivers can be ready. Check your vehicle’s turn signals often to ensure they are working properly.
How many feet can you safely pass?
You are required by law to signal
at least 100 feet
before changing lane. Never pass a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian to cross. Passing on a Two-lane Roadway Passing on a two-lane roadway can be dangerous.
When you merge leave a gap of at least?
Any time you merge with other traffic, you need a gap of
four seconds
. That will give both you and the car you merge in front of a two-second following distance. If you stop to wait until all lanes are clear, you will tie up traffic and may cause an accident.
Who is responsible for an accident the driver or the owner?
If a person is at fault in an accident while they are driving a car they don’t own,
the owner and driver might both be responsible for the accident
. An owner can be liable if the driver was an ‘agent’ of the owner.
What is the first thing you should do after a collision aceable?
What is the first thing you should do after a collision?
check for injured people
.
What kind of driving environment is an empty parking lot?
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Controlled Risk Environments
are places like empty parking lots where a driver can safely operate his or her car without potential conflicts with other drivers. These environments are ideal for a new driver to practice operating a car without worrying about typical roadway hazards.
Which of the following is a good tip for driving in wet weather?
Overall you want to be extra cautious in wet weather.
Slow down
, avoid hard braking or turning sharply and allow ample stopping distance between you and the cars in front of you. Also, do these things one at a time. Brake, then turn, then accelerate.
What is a reliable way to know when another vehicle is passing you?
Remember to look over your right shoulder to check your blind spot, and be sure to signal. If another vehicle begins to pass you,
stay in your lane and do not increase your speed
. If many vehicles are passing you in the right lane of a multi- lane roadway, you are probably going slower than the rest of the traffic.
Are you allowed to speed to overtake?
Yes,
it’s illegal to speed while passing another car
. In fact, it’s illegal to drive in excess of the speed limit at any time, no matter the circumstances. … But while it might feel safer to try and complete an overtaking move quickly, you must always obey the speed limits or risk a significant fine.
