FL DMV Special Driving Conditions Flashcards
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During a Florida hurricane evacuation order, drivers should:
Answer: Follow evacuation route signs and use designated evacuation highways
During evacuations, Florida uses designated evacuation routes with posted signs to safely direct traffic away from danger zones.
When you encounter a dust storm in Florida, the safest action is to:
Answer: Pull completely off the road, turn off lights, and wait it out
Pulling completely off the road and turning off lights (so others don't follow your tail lights into the stopped position) is the safest response to a dust storm.
In Florida, what should you do if your accelerator becomes stuck while driving?
Answer: Shift to neutral and brake firmly, then steer to a safe stop
Shifting to neutral disengages the engine from the wheels; you can then use the brakes to stop safely without losing steering control.
When your brakes fail while driving in Florida, you should:
Answer: Pump the brakes rapidly and use the emergency brake gradually
Pumping the brakes can build hydraulic pressure in some systems, and the emergency/parking brake can be used gradually to slow the vehicle.
Florida law requires motorcyclists and their passengers under the age of 21 to:
Answer: Always wear a helmet approved by FMVSS
Florida requires all motorcycle riders and passengers under 21 to wear a FMVSS-compliant helmet at all times.
In Florida, when driving in a construction zone where workers are present, fines for violations are:
Answer: Doubled
Florida law doubles fines for traffic violations committed in active construction zones where workers are present.