Driving Knowledge Worksheet 2

"Secondary roads" are roads where... ________

• hills are more likely to be steeper & curves are more likely to be sharper

• traffic lights are more frequent than on primary roads

• speed limits are generally higher than on primary roads

• roads are always wider than on primary roads

Answer explanation

Secondary roads often have steeper hills and sharper curves due to their design for lower traffic volumes, making the first choice the correct answer. The other options do not accurately describe the characteristics of secondary roads.

Defensive drivers check their rear view mirror and side mirrors roughly... ________

• every 10 seconds

• every 30 seconds

• every minute

• every 5 seconds

Answer explanation

Defensive drivers check their mirrors every 10 seconds to maintain awareness of their surroundings and ensure safety. This frequent checking helps in anticipating potential hazards and making informed driving decisions.

If going 45 miles per hour, how far ahead should you signal before turning?

• 200ft

• 50ft

• 800ft

• 400ft

Answer explanation

When driving at 45 mph, you should signal at least 200 feet before turning. This distance allows other drivers enough time to react and ensures a safer maneuver.

If you plan to turn and are not in the proper lane to do so, you should... ________

• continue to the next intersection, then turn

• make the turn from your current lane

• stop and wait for someone to let you in

• swerve quickly into the correct lane

Answer explanation

If you're not in the correct lane to turn, it's safer to continue to the next intersection and then turn. Making a turn from the wrong lane can cause accidents, while waiting for someone to let you in is not a reliable option.

The most common type of accident on a highway is a... ________

• rear-end collision

• side-swipe accident

• rollover accident

• head-on collision

Answer explanation

The most common type of accident on a highway is a rear-end collision, often caused by sudden stops or distractions, making it more frequent than other types like side-swipes, rollovers, or head-on collisions.

When driving behind someone... ________

• you should not use your high beams

• you should honk continuously

• you should flash your headlights

• you should drive as close as possible

Answer explanation

When driving behind someone, using high beams can blind the driver ahead, creating a dangerous situation. Therefore, you should not use your high beams to ensure safety for all drivers on the road.

To dry wet brakes... ________

• gently apply the brakes

• increase your speed rapidly

• turn off the engine

• pump the accelerator pedal

Answer explanation

To dry wet brakes, gently applying the brakes helps create friction and heat, which evaporates the moisture. This is safer than increasing speed rapidly or using other options that may not effectively dry the brakes.

"Don't hang out in the no zone" refers to not being... ________

• in truckers' blind spots

• in the fast lane

• at a rest stop

• in a carpool lane

Answer explanation

"Don't hang out in the no zone" specifically warns against being in truckers' blind spots, where visibility is limited for the driver, making it dangerous. The other options do not relate to this safety concern.

When approaching a railroad crossing... ________

• slow down and prepare to stop

• speed up and cross quickly

• ignore any warning signals

• honk your horn and proceed

Answer explanation

When approaching a railroad crossing, it is crucial to slow down and prepare to stop. This ensures safety by allowing you to react to any trains or warning signals that may be present.

If you pull up to a red arrow... ________

• the turning lane is the only lane that should stop

• all lanes must stop, regardless of the arrow

• you may proceed if no traffic is coming

• the straight lane should stop, not the turning lane

Answer explanation

At a red arrow, only vehicles in the turning lane must stop, while other lanes can proceed if safe. Thus, the correct choice is that the turning lane is the only lane that should stop.