MN DVS MN DVS Special Driving Conditions 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

3-second rule

Answer

1-second rule

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2-second rule

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5-second rule

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Increase to 6–10 seconds

Answer

Keep the same 3-second rule

Answer

Decrease to 1 second since tires grip better in snow

Answer

Follow within 1 car length to keep heat from the vehicle ahead

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Stay behind the plow at a safe distance

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Pass the plow quickly on the left to avoid snow spray

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Follow closely behind the plow to use its cleared path

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Pull off the road and wait for the plow to pass

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Turn around — never drive through flooded roads

Answer

Proceed slowly through the water — most cars can handle flooding

Answer

Accelerate through to minimize time in water

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Test depth with your foot before driving through

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

2 times the standard fine

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1.5 times the standard fine

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3 times the standard fine

Answer

There is no fine increase

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Slow down before the curve and maintain steady speed through it

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Brake in the curve to reduce speed as needed

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Accelerate through the curve to maintain momentum

Answer

Use the left lane for better grip on curves