ME DMV Safe Driving Practices 2

Question 1

When driving at night in Maine, at what distance should you dim your high beams for oncoming traffic?

Accepted Answer

At least 500 feet

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At least 200 feet

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At least 1,000 feet

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At least 100 feet

Question 2

What is the most effective way to prevent drowsy driving on long trips through Maine?

Accepted Answer

Take regular breaks every 2 hours or 100 miles

Answer

Drink coffee and continue driving

Answer

Open the window for fresh air

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Turn up the radio volume

Question 3

If your brakes fail while driving downhill on a Maine road, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Shift to a lower gear and look for an escape ramp or soft surface

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Turn off the engine immediately

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Steer into oncoming traffic to slow down

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Jump from the vehicle

Question 4

What is the safest lane position when driving near parked cars on a Maine city street?

Accepted Answer

Stay toward the center of your lane to avoid opening doors

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Drive close to parked cars to stay in your lane

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Straddle the center line

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Drive on the shoulder

Question 5

In Maine, what should you do when you encounter black ice?

Accepted Answer

Avoid braking or steering suddenly and let the vehicle slow naturally

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Brake firmly to stop quickly

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Accelerate to get past it

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Turn sharply to the shoulder

Question 6

What is the proper technique for scanning the road while driving in Maine?

Accepted Answer

Check mirrors every 5-8 seconds and scan 12-15 seconds ahead

Answer

Focus only on the vehicle directly ahead

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Check mirrors once per minute

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Look only at the road immediately in front of your vehicle