Driving Safety and Regulations Quiz

Why must drivers be cautious of bicycle riders in the same lanes?

• Bicycles are faster than cars.

• Bicycles have the right of way.

• Bicycles are entitled to share the road.

• Bicycles are not allowed on sidewalks.

What does a blue curb indicate?

• No parking zone.

• Loading and unloading zone.

• Parking for disabled persons with a placard.

• Parking for emergency vehicles.

When merging onto a freeway, what speed should you aim for?

• At or near the speed of freeway traffic.

• Faster than freeway traffic.

• Exactly the speed limit.

• Slower than freeway traffic.

Which roadways are most likely to freeze first when wet?

• Highways.

• City streets.

• Bridges and overpasses.

• Rural roads.

What should you do if there is no crosswalk and a pedestrian is crossing your lane?

• Speed up to pass them.

• Ignore and continue driving.

• Stop and let them cross.

• Honk to alert them.

What is the benefit of looking farther ahead on a freeway?

• To save fuel.

• To see potential hazards early.

• To increase speed.

• To avoid traffic tickets.

In cold, wet weather, why do bridges and overpasses freeze before other roadways?

• They are exposed to air on all sides.

• They are made of metal.

• They are closer to the ground.

• They have more traffic.

What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane?

• Speed up to regain control.

• Brake immediately.

• Turn sharply to avoid obstacles.

• Slow down gradually without braking.

What is the purpose of maintaining a space cushion around your vehicle?

• To increase speed.

• To save fuel.

• To have time to react to other drivers' mistakes.

• To allow room for emergency vehicles.

When is it legal to cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle?

• When you are in a hurry.

• When there is no oncoming traffic.

• When the line next to you is broken.

• When the line next to you is solid.