FL DMV FL DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 3

Question 1

In Florida, what does 'space cushion' mean in the context of defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

A safe buffer of space maintained around your vehicle in all directions

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A padded area on the steering wheel for comfort

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The recommended gap before merging onto a highway

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Extra legroom required for long-distance driving

Question 2

What is the primary cause of most collisions according to Florida driver education?

Accepted Answer

Driver error or inattention

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Mechanical failure

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Poor road design

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Adverse weather conditions

Question 3

When driving in heavy rain in Florida, what should you do first if visibility drops severely?

Accepted Answer

Exit the highway and wait in a safe location

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Continue at the speed limit with hazard lights on

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Follow the taillights of the car ahead as your guide

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Reduce speed to 20 mph and continue carefully

Question 4

What does the term 'hydroplaning' mean for Florida drivers?

Accepted Answer

A plane of water forming between your tires and the road, causing loss of traction

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Driving through a flooded roadway safely

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Reduced braking distance in wet conditions

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Rapid cooling of brake rotors in rain

Question 5

What should a Florida driver do if an oncoming vehicle's headlights blind them at night?

Accepted Answer

Look slightly to the right edge of the road and slow down

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Flash your high beams to signal the other driver

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Stare directly ahead at the centerline

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Stop completely until the vehicle passes

Question 6

In Florida, what is the proper way to merge onto a highway using an acceleration lane?

Accepted Answer

Signal, match highway traffic speed, and merge smoothly

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

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Merge immediately regardless of speed

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Flash headlights to request a gap from highway drivers