Quiz 15 - Trip Planning and Navigation

When packing a trailer, 60% of the load should be:

• on the roof of the trailer.

• at the bottom of the trailer.

• in the front half of the trailer.

• over the wheels.

You should not drive more than a total of:

• 12 hours a day

• 10 hours a day

• 8 hours a day

• 5 hours a day

Most traffic fatalities occur:

• within 25 miles from the driver's home.

• on highways.

• within 50 miles from the driver's home.

• when a vehicle is changing lanes.

If you are going someplace you have never gone before, you should:

• rely on road signs.

• set your GPS while you are driving.

• stop periodically to ask for directions.

• plan your route ahead of time.

If you tow a trailer frequently, you may need a:

• hydraulic jack.

• vehicle-top carrier.

• a boat.

• spare tire.

You can anticipate some delays by:

• listening to the radio or watching your GPS for traffic and weather reports.

• ignoring traffic signs.

• having an alternate route planned.

• using a physical map.

Before starting on a long trip, you should:

• keep in mind the risks that each route may have.

• choose the most leisurely route.

• choose the quickest route.

• avoid planning.

You can make a schedule to:

• plan your travel time.

• keep track of how much money you spend on a trip.

• decide on rest stops.

• know when to exceed the speed limit.

When backing a trailer:

• turn right to go left.

• use only mirrors.

• look over your right shoulder.

• turn left to go right.

Drivers of taller vehicles can see farther ahead because they:

• have better eyesight.

• have bigger mirrors.

• can see over small vehicles.

• sit higher.