Driving Safety Quiz 151-160

If you miss your exit on the freeway, you should not:

• Continue on the freeway and find an alternate route to your destination.

• Proceed to the next exit, leave the freeway, and return to your proper exit.

• Back up on the road or shoulder.

Answer explanation

Backing up on the road or shoulder is extremely dangerous and illegal. If you miss your exit, it's safer to continue to the next exit and find a way back rather than risking an accident.

When preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street, you should drive:

• Near the right-hand side of the road.

• Near the centerline.

• On the left of the centerline.

Answer explanation

When making a left turn from a two-way street, you should position your vehicle near the centerline to ensure a safe and clear turn. This allows you to see oncoming traffic and makes the turn more manageable.

You may legally block an intersection:

• If you entered the intersection on the green light.

• During rush hour traffic.

• Under no circumstances.

Answer explanation

You may not legally block an intersection under any circumstances, as it can impede traffic flow and create dangerous situations. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Under no circumstances.'

Which of these statements is true about large trucks?

• They take longer to stop than passenger vehicles.

• They have smaller blind spots than most passenger vehicles.

• They can stop more quickly than passenger vehicles.

Answer explanation

Large trucks are heavier and have more momentum, which means they require a longer distance to come to a complete stop compared to lighter passenger vehicles. Therefore, the statement that they take longer to stop is true.

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When changing lanes, you should never:

• Look over your shoulder to check your blind spot.

• Change lanes abruptly or spontaneously.

• Check for other vehicles moving into the same lane.

Answer explanation

Changing lanes abruptly or spontaneously can lead to accidents. Always signal and check your mirrors and blind spots before making a lane change to ensure safety.

If you are about to be hit from the rear, you should not:

• Release your seat belt.

• Brace yourself.

• Press your head against the head restraint.

Answer explanation

Releasing your seat belt during a rear impact can increase the risk of injury. Keeping it fastened helps protect you from being thrown forward, making it crucial to stay buckled for safety.

When backing up:

• Look through the rear window.

• Press hard on the gas pedal.

• Rely only on your rearview mirror.

Answer explanation

When backing up, it's crucial to look through the rear window for a clear view of what's behind you. Relying solely on mirrors can create blind spots, making it unsafe.

Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic?

• Slowing down to look at collision scene.

• Avoiding unnecessary lane changes.

• Using public transportation instead of your vehicle.

Answer explanation

Slowing down to look at a collision scene creates a bottleneck, as drivers often slow down to see what happened, disrupting the flow of traffic. In contrast, avoiding lane changes and using public transport do not impede traffic.

You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of-way?

• The driver on your left has the right-of-way.

• You have the right-of-way.

• Whoever is signaling to make a turn has the right-of-way.

Answer explanation

At a four-way stop, the driver on your right has the right-of-way if you arrive simultaneously. Since you are on the left, you have the right-of-way, allowing you to proceed first.

When a school bus is stopped on the road ahead to load or unload children, you must:

• Come to a complete stop until all the children have left the bus.

• Come to a complete stop until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn.

• Change lanes, drive slowly, and pass the bus cautiously.

Answer explanation

You must come to a complete stop until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn to ensure the safety of children getting on or off the bus.