RTA Road Safety & Defensive Driving

Question 1

What is the primary goal of defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

To anticipate and avoid potential hazards

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To reach the destination as quickly as possible

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To challenge aggressive drivers

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To rely only on traffic signals for safety

Question 2

What should a driver do when driving in heavy rain or fog?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and use low-beam headlights

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Use high-beam headlights for better visibility

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Maintain the same speed as other vehicles

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Drive faster to clear the fog quickly

Question 3

What is the recommended safe following distance in normal driving conditions?

Accepted Answer

Three seconds

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One second

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Two seconds

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Five seconds

Question 4

What is the first action a driver should take if their vehicle starts to skid?

Accepted Answer

Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid

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Slam on the brakes

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Turn sharply in the opposite direction

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Press the accelerator to gain traction

Question 5

Why is it important to check blind spots before changing lanes?

Accepted Answer

Blind spots are areas not visible in mirrors

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Mirrors provide a complete view of the road

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Checking blind spots is only necessary at night

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Lane-changing laws make it unnecessary

Question 6

What is the best way to handle a tailgater?

Accepted Answer

Maintain speed and allow them to pass

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Brake suddenly to warn them

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Speed up to create distance

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Ignore them and continue driving