MN DMV Winter Driving and Adverse Weather Conditions 3

Question 1

In Minnesota, when is it safe to drive through floodwater on a road?

Accepted Answer

It is generally unsafe — turn around and find another route

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When the water is less than 12 inches deep

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When other vehicles have crossed safely

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When your vehicle has four-wheel drive

Question 2

In Minnesota, why is it especially dangerous to drive on bridges during freezing temperatures?

Accepted Answer

Bridges freeze before the surrounding roadway because air circulates under them

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Bridges have lower speed limits in winter

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Bridge surfaces absorb more water than regular roads

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Bridge guardrails ice over and reduce width

Question 3

When driving in a Minnesota whiteout blizzard and visibility drops to near zero, you should:

Accepted Answer

Pull completely off the road safely and wait for conditions to improve

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Continue driving slowly with hazard lights on

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Speed up to exit the storm quickly

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Follow the taillights of the vehicle ahead closely

Question 4

In Minnesota, how does anti-lock braking system (ABS) work on slippery roads?

Accepted Answer

It prevents wheel lockup to maintain steering control during hard braking

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It stops the vehicle faster by locking the brakes

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It automatically adjusts speed based on road conditions

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It applies brakes to only two wheels at a time

Question 5

In Minnesota, when should you use your hazard lights while driving in winter weather?

Accepted Answer

Only when your vehicle is stopped or disabled — not while moving normally

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Whenever you are driving in any winter weather

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Always use them in snow and rain while driving

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Only on highways in winter weather

Question 6

In Minnesota, when driving on snow-covered roads with winter tires installed, what is still the most important safety action?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and increase following distance

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Drive at the same speed as in dry conditions

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Inflate tires to maximum pressure

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Drive only in the center lane