DVSA Adverse Weather Driving

Question 1

In wet conditions, how much longer can your overall stopping distance be compared to dry conditions?

Accepted Answer

At least double

Answer

The same distance

Answer

Three times as long

Answer

Half as long

Question 2

What is aquaplaning?

Accepted Answer

When your tyres lose contact with the road surface due to a layer of water

Answer

Driving through a puddle

Answer

When water enters the engine

Answer

Skidding on ice

Question 3

When should you use rear fog lights?

Accepted Answer

When visibility is seriously reduced, generally below 100 metres

Answer

Whenever it is dark

Answer

In light rain

Answer

Whenever you use dipped headlights

Question 4

What should you do if you encounter black ice on the road?

Accepted Answer

Keep your speed steady, avoid sudden braking or steering

Answer

Brake firmly to stop quickly

Answer

Accelerate to drive through it

Answer

Turn the steering wheel sharply

Question 5

When driving at night, when should you dip your headlights?

Accepted Answer

When following or meeting other traffic to avoid dazzling them

Answer

Only on motorways

Answer

Only when it's raining

Answer

Never — always use full beam

Question 6

What effect can strong crosswinds have on your vehicle?

Accepted Answer

They can blow your vehicle off course, especially on exposed roads

Answer

They improve fuel economy

Answer

They have no significant effect on cars

Answer

They only affect lorries