MO DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 2

Question 1

Under normal driving conditions in Missouri, what minimum following distance should you maintain behind the vehicle ahead?

Accepted Answer

A three-second gap

Answer

Missouri recommends at least a three-second following distance under normal conditions, increased in bad weather.

Question 2

When driving in fog, a defensive driver should use which headlight setting?

Accepted Answer

Low beams

Answer

High beams reflect off fog and reduce visibility, so low beams should always be used in fog.

Question 3

If another driver is tailgating you, the safest defensive response is to:

Accepted Answer

Slow down gradually or change lanes to let them pass

Answer

Easing off the accelerator or moving over lets the tailgater pass without provoking a collision.

Question 4

What does it mean to have an 'escape route' while driving defensively?

Accepted Answer

An open space you can steer into if a hazard develops

Answer

An escape route is open space around your vehicle you can move into to avoid a sudden hazard.

Question 5

When approaching an intersection where you have a green light, a defensive driver should:

Accepted Answer

Look left, right, and left again before entering

Answer

Even with a green light, scanning the intersection protects you from red-light runners.

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