ch 14/15

If driving conditions are not ideal, your following distance should be

• two seconds.

• equal to your stopping distance.

• the same as other traffic.

• increased to more than three seconds.

In which of the following are sudden stops likely to occur

• Areas where parking is not allowed.

• Left lane on a four-lane highway.

• Intersections where drivers may have to stop for traffic or pedestrians.

• Carpool lanes on expressways.

The tailgater is a hazard to you because

• you have enough space ahead to position your vehicle.

• if you brake suddenly, the tailgater might hit you from the rear

• there is a two second following distance.

• the tailgater will brake if you do.

City driving is more difficult than driving in other areas because

• there are fewer vehicles in the city.

• more drivers ignore traffic laws in cities than in other areas.

• the number of vehicles you meet per mile is heavier in cities.

• city hazards rarely block your path of travel.

When driving in an area where you might have to stop quickly, you will need to

• cover the brake

• avoid driving in those areas.

• ride the brake.

• increase speed and get out of these areas as quickly as possible.

Which type of roadway has the highest number of hazards per mile?

• City streets

• Expressways

• Rural roadways

• Divided roadways.

How can you see further ahead while driving on city streets?

• Pay special attention to your mirrors.

• Tailgate the vehicle ahead of you.

• Keep a three second following distance.

• Stay to the right side of your lane.

You can avoid conflicts while driving in heavy urban traffic if you

• drink a soft drink and eat food while driving.

• are angry by the actions of others.

• focus your attention on driving.

• listen to loud music.

Which is an advantage of keeping a three second or more following distance?

• Gives you less time to use the IPDE Process.

• Decrease wear on your tires.

• Makes your driving more stressful.

• Decreases the chance of colliding with the vehicle in front of you

When driving past vehicles parked along the curb, you should position your vehicle

• four seconds away.

• at least one car door’s width away.

• close enough to prevent a person from opening a door in front of you.

• no more than four inches away from the parked car.