SECTION 3: Basic Driving

You must have a valid learner's permit/driver's license and vehicle registration card in your possession before you drive.

• True

• False

You should adjust your seat and mirrors and ensure that all passengers are wearing a seat belt before you drive.

• True

• False

What should you do to avoid a crash?

Answer explanation

Control the vehicle as necessary

Maintaining a safe speed at all times is a responsibility shared by all motorists.

• True

• False

What is one of the most common contributing factors of vehicle crashes?

Answer explanation

Excessive speed

It is illegal to drive any faster than the posted speed limit.

• True

• False

What causes most rear-end collisions?

Answer explanation

Following too closely

What is the recommended minimum following distance under ideal driving conditions?

Answer explanation

3 to 4 seconds

Your actual stopping distance will depend upon many factors, including the length of time it takes a driver to see and recognize that there is a dangerous situation.

• True

• False

When making a turn, what should you do?

Answer explanation

Look for signs and signals, plan your turn before reaching the turning point, activate your turn signal in advance, look behind and to both sides, and adjust your speed