DGT Road Safety & Rules 2

Question 1

When driving in heavy fog, which lights should you use?

Accepted Answer

Low beams and fog lights

Answer

Low beams and fog lights reduce glare and improve visibility in foggy conditions; high beams reflect off fog and reduce visibility.

Question 2

What does a solid white line on the right edge of a highway indicate?

Accepted Answer

The edge of the travel lane

Answer

A solid white edge line marks the right boundary of the travel lane and separates the roadway from the shoulder.

Question 3

A driver approaching a school bus with flashing red lights must:

Accepted Answer

Stop and remain stopped until lights stop flashing

Answer

All traffic must stop when a school bus displays flashing red lights until the lights stop and the bus resumes movement.

Question 4

Which of the following is a correct action when your vehicle begins to hydroplane?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the gas and steer straight

Answer

Easing off the accelerator and holding a straight course allows the tires to regain contact with the road surface.

Question 5

What is the minimum safe following distance under normal conditions?

Accepted Answer

3 seconds

Answer

The 3-second rule provides adequate reaction and braking distance under normal driving conditions.

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