Safe Passing and Vehicle Awareness

Priya is driving on a two-lane road and wants to pass the car in front of her. What is a crucial general rule she should follow before passing?

• Always pass on the right side of the road.

• Exceed the speed limit to complete the maneuver quickly.

• Ensure the road ahead is clear of oncoming traffic.

• Pass vulnerable vehicles like motorcycles on narrow roads.

While driving on a highway, you notice another vehicle is about to pass you. What action should you take?

• Speed up to prevent them from passing.

• Move to the left lane to give them more space.

• Maintain or slightly decrease your speed and keep to the right.

• Make sudden turns or lane changes to signal your presence.

Charlotte is driving on a two-lane road and wants to pass the car in front of her. What is the first step she should take to safely pass the other vehicle?

• Signal to the left.

• Accelerate and move to the left lane.

• Look ahead for approaching traffic.

• Check your blind spot.

Michael is driving on a rural road and is considering passing the car in front of him. In which of the following situations is it generally NOT allowed for Michael to pass another vehicle?

• When traveling on a one-way street.

• When a vehicle in front is signaling to make a left turn.

• When your line of sight is restricted by a hill, curve, or weather conditions.

• When there is a broken yellow line on your side of the road.

Congratulations, you just passed another car safely!

What should you look for before heading back into the lane in front of the car you passed?

• Make sure there are no other cars coming toward you

• Make sure you can see the top of the car behind you

• Make sure you can see both headlights of the car you just passed.

• Make sure the car behind you is going slower than you.

When traveling at highway speeds, make sure you have enough space and time to pass before pulling out into the passing lane. You should have at least _________ seconds (or about ________of a mile) before beginning a passing maneuver when driving at highway speeds.

Which answers below are times when you should NOT pass another vehicle?

• When you are unable to leave at least 3 feet between your vehicle and a bicyclist

• When you can see clear road ahead for 1/2 mile

• Within 100 feet of an intersection, near a R/R crossing or driveway

• In an area where signs prohibit passing

• Where there is a dashed line on your side of the road and you have an unobstructed view

In almost all cases, you should pass other vehicles on the left. When is it OK to pass another vehicle on the right?

• If it is a semi-truck

• If you are driving on a one way street

• If a vehicle in front of you is signaling and slowing down to make a left turn

• When the vehicle in front of you is going way too slow