KS DMV KS DMV Safe Driving Practices

Question 1

In Kansas, what is the minimum safe following distance recommended behind the vehicle ahead in normal conditions?

Accepted Answer

3 seconds

Answer

1 second

Answer

2 seconds

Answer

5 seconds

Question 2

When driving in heavy fog in Kansas, you should use which headlight setting?

Accepted Answer

Low beams

Answer

High beams

Answer

Hazard lights only

Answer

No headlights are needed

Question 3

In Kansas, when must you turn on your headlights?

Accepted Answer

From sunset to sunrise and when visibility is less than 1,000 feet

Answer

Only after full darkness

Answer

Whenever it is cloudy

Answer

Only in designated headlight zones

Question 4

What should you do if your vehicle begins to hydroplane on a wet Kansas road?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the accelerator and steer straight

Answer

Brake hard and steer sharply

Answer

Accelerate to regain tire traction

Answer

Immediately pull to the shoulder

Question 5

In Kansas, what is the proper way to handle a tire blowout while driving?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Brake hard and pull to the right immediately

Answer

Turn sharply toward the shoulder

Answer

Accelerate briefly to stabilize the vehicle

Question 6

When should you use your horn according to Kansas safe driving guidelines?

Accepted Answer

To warn other drivers of danger or your presence

Answer

To signal frustration in traffic

Answer

To alert pedestrians to move faster

Answer

To greet other drivers you recognize