AK DMV Safe Driving Practices

Question 1

What is the primary goal of defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

To ensure safety by anticipating and reacting to potential hazards.

Answer

To drive as fast as possible to avoid traffic.

Answer

To strictly follow all traffic laws without exception.

Answer

To always yield the right-of-way to other drivers.

Question 2

When driving in snowy or icy conditions, what should you do to maintain control of your vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Increase your following distance and reduce your speed.

Answer

Drive at the speed limit to maintain control.

Answer

Use cruise control to keep a steady speed.

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Use high beams to improve visibility.

Question 3

If your vehicle begins to skid on a slippery surface, what is the best way to regain control?

Accepted Answer

Turn the steering wheel in the direction you want to go and gently ease off the gas.

Answer

Steer sharply in the direction of the skid and slam on the brakes.

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Keep the steering wheel straight and continue to accelerate.

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Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the skid and accelerate.

Question 4

What is the recommended following distance behind another vehicle under normal driving conditions?

Accepted Answer

Three to four seconds

Answer

One car length

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Two car lengths

Answer

Five to six seconds

Question 5

What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?

Accepted Answer

Pump the brakes rapidly to try and build up brake pressure.

Answer

Continue driving and try to make it to the nearest service station.