Cars/Driving Basics

What is the first thing you should do when getting behind the wheel?

• Adjust the rearview mirror

• Adjust your seat

• Check your phone

• Turn on the radio

To what degree should the seat's incline be adjusted for optimal comfort and safety?

• 100-110°

• 130°

• 90°

• 120°

Where should your hands be placed on the steering wheel for safe driving?

• 9 and 3

• 6 and 12

• 8 and 4

• 10 and 2

What is the correct procedure for adjusting the driver’s side mirror?

• Adjust without leaning to see the entire back bumper

• Stay seated straight and adjust to see the rear fender

• Lean right and adjust until you see the rear fender

• Lean left and adjust until you see the rear fender

What should you align your right side-view mirror with when doing perpendicular parking?

• The left taillight of the car on your right

• The end of the parking lot

• The right line of the parking spot

• The car directly in front of you

What is the recommended action before backing into a parking space?

• Drive 2 spots past it and signal with your blinker

• Accelerate quickly to claim the spot

• Check only the rearview mirror

• Honk to alert others

How much space should there be between your body and the dashboard?

• At least a foot (30 cm)

• Two feet (60 cm)

• Six inches (15 cm)

• No specific distance mentioned

What is the first step in parallel parking?

• Back up straight into the spot

• Drive forward until your car is next to the one in front of the parking spot

• Signal to others that you are attempting to park

• Turn the wheel to the right

What should you do if you can't see over the dash even after adjusting the seat?

• Lean forward while driving

• Get a cushion or wedge to sit on

• Adjust the steering wheel instead

• Ignore the issue

What humorous condition does the author refer to for those afraid of parallel parking?

• Parallel-o-phobia

• Curb fright

• Parking panic

• Spot scare