Vehicle Operation and Control Flashcards

What does it mean to 'cover the brake' while driving?

Answer: Hold your foot just above the brake pedal, ready to press it

Covering the brake means positioning your foot over the pedal to reduce reaction time without actually braking.

When making a right turn at an intersection, you should begin the turn from:

Answer: The lane closest to the right curb

Right turns must begin and end in the lane nearest the right edge of the roadway.

Which of the following helps you maintain a safe following distance in normal conditions?

Answer: Keeping at least a two-second gap behind the vehicle ahead

A minimum two-second following distance gives you time to react to the vehicle ahead.

If your vehicle starts to skid on ice, you should:

Answer: Steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go

Steering toward your intended path helps the tires regain traction and straighten the vehicle.

When parking uphill next to a curb, you should turn your front wheels:

Answer: Away from the curb

Wheels turned away from the curb will catch on it and stop the car if it rolls backward.

What is the main purpose of anti-lock brakes (ABS) during an emergency stop?

Answer: To keep the wheels from locking so you can continue steering

ABS prevents wheel lockup, allowing you to steer while braking hard.

With ABS-equipped brakes, the correct technique in an emergency stop is to:

Answer: Press the brake pedal firmly and hold it down

ABS does the pumping automatically, so you should apply firm, steady pressure.