MI DMV Safe Driving Practices

Question 1

What is the recommended way to handle driving in heavy rain or on a wet road?

Accepted Answer

Maintain a safe following distance and drive at a reduced speed

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Increase your speed to pass through the rain quickly

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Use your high-beam headlights for better visibility

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Drive in the tire tracks of the vehicle ahead

Question 2

What should you do if you are driving and you suddenly see an animal in your path?

Accepted Answer

Apply the brakes firmly and try to stay in your lane

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Swerving sharply to avoid the animal

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Honk your horn loudly to scare the animal away

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Continue driving without changing your speed

Question 3

How should you handle driving through a construction zone?

Accepted Answer

Follow the posted speed limits and be prepared for changing conditions

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Continue driving at the same speed if no workers are visible

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Ignore the construction zone signs if you are in a hurry

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Use your high-beam headlights to see better

Question 4

What is the safest way to handle a situation where your brakes fail while driving?

Accepted Answer

Shift into neutral and steer to a safe location

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Use the emergency brake gradually

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Turn off the engine to stop the vehicle

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Pump the brakes quickly to restore pressure

Question 5

What should you do if you are driving and your vehicle starts to skid on ice?

Accepted Answer

Gently ease off the gas and steer in the direction you want to go

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Apply the brakes firmly to stop the skid

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Turn the steering wheel sharply in the direction of the skid

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Accelerate quickly to regain control