ELDT Hazard Perception 2

Question 1

You are driving through a residential area and a ball rolls into the street ahead. What is the greatest hazard you should anticipate?

Accepted Answer

A child running out to chase the ball

Answer

A ball in the roadway often signals a child may dart out to retrieve it, so slow down and be ready to stop.

Question 2

When approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided road, what must you do?

Accepted Answer

Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing

Answer

You must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided road until the signals stop and children are clear.

Question 3

Which technique best helps a commercial driver identify hazards early?

Accepted Answer

Looking 12-15 seconds ahead down the road

Answer

Looking 12-15 seconds ahead gives you time to spot and react to developing hazards.

Question 4

A pedestrian is standing at the edge of the curb looking down at a phone as you approach. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Cover the brake and be ready to stop in case they step out

Answer

A distracted pedestrian may step into the road unexpectedly, so prepare to stop.

Question 5

What does a hazard mean in the context of hazard perception for CMV drivers?

Accepted Answer

Any road condition or user that is a possible danger

Answer

A hazard is any road condition, object, or road user that could become a danger.

Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Practice Test