FLHSMV Safe Driving 2

Question 1

When driving in heavy rain in Florida, you should turn on your headlights because:

Accepted Answer

State law requires headlights when wipers are in use

Answer

Florida law requires headlights to be on whenever windshield wipers are in use due to rain, smoke, or fog.

Question 2

What is the recommended following distance under normal driving conditions in Florida?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Answer

A minimum 3-second following distance is recommended under normal conditions, with more distance needed in adverse conditions.

Question 3

A driver approaches a school bus with flashing red lights stopped on a two-lane road. What must the driver do?

Accepted Answer

Stop and remain stopped until lights stop flashing

Answer

All drivers must stop completely for a school bus with flashing red lights and may not proceed until the lights stop flashing.

Question 4

When is it legal to pass another vehicle on the right in Florida?

Accepted Answer

When the vehicle ahead is making a left turn and there is room on the right

Answer

Passing on the right is permitted when the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is a paved lane or shoulder wide enough to do so safely.

Question 5

What should you do if your accelerator pedal becomes stuck while driving?

Accepted Answer

Shift to neutral, apply brakes steadily, and pull safely off the road

Answer

Shifting to neutral disengages the engine from the drivetrain, allowing you to brake and safely stop the vehicle.

(FLHSMV) Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Practice Test