MN DVS Special Driving Conditions Flashcards

What is the safe following distance a Minnesota driver should maintain at highway speeds on dry roads?

Answer: 3-second rule

Minnesota recommends the 3-second rule for following distance at highway speeds on dry roads, allowing adequate reaction and stopping time.

How should following distance be adjusted in Minnesota when driving on snow or ice?

Answer: Increase to 6–10 seconds

On snow or ice, stopping distances increase dramatically and drivers should increase following distance to 6–10 seconds to allow for extended braking.

In Minnesota, when sharing the road with a snowplow, where should you position your vehicle?

Answer: Stay behind the plow at a safe distance

Stay well behind a snowplow — they throw snow and ice that can instantly obscure windshields, and the road behind them is immediately cleaner.

What should a Minnesota driver do when approaching a flooded roadway?

Answer: Turn around — never drive through flooded roads

Minnesota promotes the 'Turn Around, Don't Drown' message — just 6 inches of moving water can knock a person down and 2 feet can sweep a car away.

When driving through road construction in Minnesota, what is the fine multiplier for speeding violations in a work zone with workers present?

Answer: 2 times the standard fine

Minnesota doubles speeding fines in active work zones where workers are present to protect road crew safety.

What is the proper technique for driving on a curve in Minnesota winter conditions?

Answer: Slow down before the curve and maintain steady speed through it

Brake and reduce speed before entering a curve, then maintain a steady speed through it to avoid losing traction on slippery winter roads.