Special Driving Conditions Flashcards

In Indiana, when driving at night, high-beam headlights must be dimmed within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

Answer: 500 feet

Indiana law requires drivers to dim high beams to low beams when within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle to avoid blinding the other driver.

When following another vehicle at night in Indiana, high beams must be switched to low beams within how many feet?

Answer: 300 feet

Indiana requires drivers to dim high beams when following another vehicle within 300 feet, as high beams reflect in mirrors and blind the driver ahead.

What is the recommended action for Indiana drivers caught in a dust storm with reduced visibility?

Answer: Pull completely off the paved surface, turn off lights, and keep foot off brake

In a dust storm, Indiana drivers should pull completely off the road, turn off all lights including hazards, and remove their foot from the brake to avoid being rear-ended.

What precaution should Indiana drivers take when driving through a flooded roadway?

Answer: Never drive through flooded roads — turn around

Indiana's 'Turn Around, Don't Drown' principle reflects that just six inches of water can knock a person down and one foot of water can float a vehicle.

In Indiana, when driving in work zones, the speed limit is usually reduced and fines for violations are:

Answer: Doubled

Indiana doubles traffic fines for moving violations committed in designated work zones to deter dangerous driving near road workers.

What should Indiana drivers do if their tire blows out at highway speed?

Answer: Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer straight

In a blowout, Indiana drivers should grip the steering wheel firmly, avoid braking suddenly, let the vehicle slow gradually, and steer to safety.