Special Driving Conditions Training Flashcards
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When teaching mountain driving, which braking technique should a CDT instructor emphasize for long descents?
Answer: Engine braking with periodic firm brake applications
Using a lower gear for engine braking on long descents, supplemented by brief firm brake applications, prevents brake fade caused by overheating.
A student driver's vehicle begins to spin on black ice. The instructor should immediately coach the student to:
Answer: Steer in the direction of the skid and avoid braking
Steering into the skid and avoiding brake input allows the tires to re-engage the road surface and helps recover vehicle control.
Which condition most significantly reduces the effectiveness of anti-lock braking systems (ABS) on ice?
Answer: Loose gravel or deep snow over ice
ABS performs poorly when tires encounter loose material over ice because the system cannot find consistent traction to modulate.
When instructing a student on driving in high crosswinds, which vehicle type requires the earliest compensatory steering adjustment?
Answer: High-profile vehicles such as vans, RVs, and box trucks
High-profile vehicles have large surface areas that catch wind force, making them most susceptible to lateral displacement and requiring earlier steering corrections.
A student driving in heavy rain at night notices the painted lane markings are nearly invisible. The best instructor guidance is to:
Answer: Use raised pavement markers (RPMs) and road edges as reference points
Raised pavement markers reflect headlight beams and remain visible when painted lines are obscured by rain glare.
Which student behavior indicates a correct understanding of safe following distance in fog?
Answer: Increasing following distance until stopping distance equals what can be seen
Safe following distance in fog must ensure the driver can stop completely within the visible range ahead, requiring a much longer gap than normal conditions.
When teaching a student to navigate a low-water crossing after a storm, which factor is MOST critical to assess before entering?
Answer: Whether the water is moving or standing still
Moving water exerts significantly more force on a vehicle than still water, greatly increasing the risk of the vehicle being swept away even at shallow depths.