Car Quiz 9 Practice Test

On a road with three or more lanes in each direction, the leftmost lane is intended to be used

By slower vehicles. For stopping in an emergency. For passing slower vehicles. By heavy trucks.

This sign warns of

A slippery road ahead. Trucks carrying hazardous materials. Low clearance ahead. A steep downgrade ahead.

When you turn off a high-speed, two-lane roadway, _________ if you have traffic following you.

Try to apply your brakes and keep your steering steady Try to increase the speed of your vehicle Try to quickly slow down your vehicle Try not to slow down your vehicle too suddenly

What does this sign mean?

There is a gravel road with sharp curves ahead; drive carefully. The road ahead is slippery when itâ€™s wet; go slow. There is a sharp curve near a hill; go slow. A Winding road is ahead; follow the signs.

If you are changing lanes, preparing to pass another vehicle, or entering traffic, signal and check for passing traffic. First, use your mirrors. Then

Check for oncoming traffic. Check the rear of your vehicle. Check your vehicleâ€™s blind spots. Check the front of your vehicle.

When you want to change lanes, you must check for traffic

Both behind and to the side of your vehicle. Neither behind nor to the side of your vehicle. Behind your vehicle. To the side.

You are more likely to survive a crash if you use __________ together.

The lap belt and a helmet The lap belt and shoulder belt The shoulder belt and emergency lights None of the above

You are allowed to pass another vehicle on the right when

The vehicle ahead is making or about to make a right turn. The vehicle ahead is making or about to make a left turn. You are entering a tunnel or bridge. You are traveling on a curve or crest of a hill.

When driving on a two-way road with no centreline markings, you must

Always drive on the left. Use the full road when there is no oncoming traffic. Leave at least half the road for vehicles going in the opposite direction. Do none of the above.

Q10

Before entering a curve, what should you do to avoid a skid?

Turn on your headlights. Slow down. Increase your speed. Shift into a lower gear.

Q11

To avoid collisions, you must

Try to stay on the left side of your lane. Try to follow other vehicles closely. Change lanes frequently. Try to keep a space cushion.

Q12

While driving, when you see a triangular red-and-white road sign, you must

Come to a complete stop. Make a right turn. Reduce your speed and yield. Increase your speed.

Q13

Which of the following is NOT a proper step in parallel parking on the right side of the road?

As the front of your vehicle clears the back of the vehicle in front of you, turn your wheels sharply to the left and continue backing slowly until the back of your vehicle almost touches the vehicle behind you. Put on your turn signal to warn other drivers that you intend to park. Back up quickly, turning your steering wheel to the left to aim the back of your vehicle toward the front of the vehicle behind you. Straighten your wheels and pull forward to center your vehicle in the parking space.

Q14

Which of the following statements about driving in a roundabout is FALSE?

Put on your right turn signal to tell drivers that you intend to exit. Donâ€™t try to pass bicyclists within the roundabout. When approaching a roundabout, yield to vehicles and bicyclists within the circulating roadway. Always enter the roundabout to the left and proceed on the left side of the central island.

Q15

When you are under emotional or physical stress while driving a vehicle, it is better to

Stop driving or have someone else drive. Take medication and drive. Drive fast and reach your destination as soon as possible. Start talking on your cell phone while driving.

Q16

Reference markers are placed along the outside shoulder to mark the edge of the roadway. They convey information to drivers about

Upcoming expressways. Their locations on the roadway for navigational and emergency purposes. The condition of the roadway. The posted speed limits on the roadway.

Q17

If the vehicle behind you is tailgating you (following you too closely), you should

Move into the left lane and reduce your speed. Move into the right lane and reduce your speed. Move into the right lane and stop. Move into the left lane and increase your speed.

Q18

If you are driving on a two-lane road, it is safest to drive your vehicle _________ of your lane.

In the center In any part On the right side On the left side

Q19

Things that can distract you from the road include

Text messaging and talking on the phone. Checking blind spots. Always checking mirrors. Checking the traffic behind you frequently.

Q20

Your _________ keeps your head and chest from striking the dashboard or windshield in a collision.

Lap belt Head restraint Steering wheel Shoulder belt

Q21

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