ELDT - Entry Level Driver Training Hazard Perception Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is the BEST definition of a 'hazard' in the context of driving a commercial motor vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Any road condition or other road user (driver, pedestrian, cyclist) that is a possible danger.

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Any road condition or road user that is illegal.

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A fixed object on the side of the road, such as a sign or tree.

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Only another vehicle that is driving erratically.

Question 2

You are driving a fully loaded tractor-trailer on a highway and notice a driver ahead is weaving in their lane and braking erratically. What is the most critical first step in perceiving and reacting to this hazard?

Accepted Answer

Increase your following distance to create a larger space cushion.

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Honk your horn to get the driver's attention.

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Immediately swerve into the next lane to get away from them.

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Speed up to pass the vehicle as quickly as possible.

Question 3

The ELDT curriculum identifies two primary types of hazards a driver must learn to recognize. What are they?

Accepted Answer

Road hazards and user hazards.

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Moving hazards and stationary hazards.

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Daytime hazards and nighttime hazards.

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Vehicle hazards and weather hazards.

Question 4

When scanning ahead while driving, a professional driver should be looking for potential hazards at least how far ahead of their vehicle?

Accepted Answer

12-15 seconds.

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1-2 seconds.

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3-5 seconds.

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20-25 seconds.

Question 5

You are approaching a work zone. Which of the following is NOT considered a primary hazard associated with this environment?

Accepted Answer

A lower speed limit.

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Lane shifts or narrow lanes.

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The presence of construction workers and equipment.

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Distracted or confused drivers.

Question 6

What is the difference between a 'potential' hazard and a 'developing' hazard?

Accepted Answer

A potential hazard is something that might happen, while a developing hazard is already in the process of happening and requires you to take action.

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There is no difference; the terms are interchangeable.

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A potential hazard is stationary, while a developing hazard is moving.

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A potential hazard is only a risk at night, while a developing hazard can happen anytime.