MTO Basic Driving 4

Question 1

How does alcohol affect your ability to drive?

Accepted Answer

It impairs judgment, slows reaction time, and reduces coordination

Answer

Alcohol affects the central nervous system, degrading all critical driving skills including judgment, vision, and reaction time.

Question 2

What should you do when an emergency vehicle with sirens and flashing lights approaches from behind?

Accepted Answer

Pull to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes

Answer

You must yield by pulling to the right and stopping to give emergency vehicles a clear path.

Question 3

What is the minimum safe following distance in ideal conditions for most passenger vehicles?

Accepted Answer

3 seconds

Answer

The 3-second rule gives most drivers enough time to perceive a hazard, react, and brake safely in ideal conditions.

Question 4

What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and proceed with caution

Answer

A flashing yellow light warns drivers to slow down and be alert, but does not require a full stop.

Question 5

Under which condition should you increase your following distance beyond 3 seconds?

Accepted Answer

When driving in rain, snow, fog, or heavy traffic

Answer

Poor weather and heavy traffic increase stopping distances, so extra following distance compensates for reduced traction and visibility.

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