BMV Safe Driving and Hazard Awareness 3

Question 1

At approximately what speed does hydroplaning typically begin on wet roads?

Accepted Answer

35 mph

Answer

25 mph

Answer

45 mph

Answer

55 mph

Question 2

What is one of the leading causes of accidents among teen drivers in the US?

Accepted Answer

Distracted driving, including cell phone use

Answer

Speeding only

Answer

Driving at night

Answer

Driving on highways

Question 3

When merging onto a highway using an on-ramp, you should:

Accepted Answer

Use the acceleration lane to match highway speed before merging

Answer

Stop at the end of the ramp and wait for a gap

Answer

Merge immediately regardless of traffic

Answer

Come to a complete yield and wait for the highway to clear

Question 4

What must you do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches from behind?

Accepted Answer

Pull over to the right and stop until it passes

Answer

Speed up to clear the road faster

Answer

Slow down and move to the left lane

Answer

Continue at your current speed and let it pass

Question 5

What is the safest technique for taking a curve at highway speed?

Accepted Answer

Slow down before entering the curve and accelerate gradually through it

Answer

Brake hard in the middle of the curve

Answer

Maintain your speed and hold the wheel steady

Answer

Accelerate through the curve to maintain momentum

Question 6

How often should you check your mirrors while driving on a highway?

Accepted Answer

Every 30 seconds or so to maintain situational awareness

Answer

Only when changing lanes

Answer

Only when slowing down

Answer

Once per mile