MI DMV Vehicle Operation and Control 2

Question 1

When driving on a slippery road, you should reduce your speed and increase your following distance to at least:

Accepted Answer

8 seconds

Answer

On slippery roads, Michigan drivers should increase following distance to at least 8 seconds to allow adequate stopping time.

Question 2

When your vehicle begins to skid, you should:

Accepted Answer

Steer in the direction you want to go and ease off the gas

Answer

To correct a skid, steer in the direction you want to go while gently easing off the accelerator.

Question 3

What is the safest way to brake on a vehicle equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS) during an emergency stop?

Accepted Answer

Apply steady, firm pressure and steer normally

Answer

With ABS, apply firm continuous pressure to the brake pedal and steer — the system automatically prevents wheel lockup.

Question 4

When driving downhill on a steep grade, you should primarily control your speed by:

Accepted Answer

Shifting to a lower gear before descending

Answer

Selecting a lower gear before a steep descent lets the engine help control speed and prevents brake overheating.

Question 5

Hydroplaning is most likely to occur when:

Accepted Answer

There is standing water on the road and you are traveling at high speed

Answer

Hydroplaning occurs when tires ride on a film of water rather than the pavement, typically at speeds above 35 mph on wet roads.

(MI DMV) Michigan Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test