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AL DMV Defensive Driving Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary goal of defensive driving in Alabama?

    Answer: Anticipate hazards and reduce crash risk

    Defensive driving means anticipating potential hazards and making decisions that reduce the risk of accidents.

  2. The 'three-second rule' in Alabama refers to:

    Answer: Maintaining a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead

    The three-second rule means you should stay at least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead to have adequate stopping distance.

  3. When driving in heavy rain on Alabama roads, you should:

    Answer: Reduce speed and increase following distance

    Rain reduces traction and visibility, so slowing down and increasing following distance compensates for longer stopping distances.

  4. What should an Alabama driver do when a school bus stops with flashing red lights?

    Answer: Stop and wait until lights stop and arm retracts

    Alabama requires all drivers to stop when a school bus activates its red flashing lights and extend its stop arm, regardless of direction.

  5. In Alabama, tailgating is dangerous primarily because it:

    Answer: Reduces reaction time and stopping distance

    Following too closely reduces the time you have to react and the distance available to stop before hitting the vehicle ahead.

  6. The correct response when your vehicle begins to hydroplane on wet Alabama roads is:

    Answer: Ease off the gas and steer straight

    When hydroplaning, gradually releasing the accelerator and maintaining straight steering allows tires to regain contact with the road.