ND DMV Safe Driving Practices

Question 1

What is the recommended following distance under normal conditions in North Dakota?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 seconds

Answer

1 second

Answer

5 seconds

Answer

2 car lengths

Question 2

When driving in fog in North Dakota, which headlight setting should you use?

Accepted Answer

Low beams

Answer

High beams

Answer

Parking lights only

Answer

Hazard lights only

Question 3

What should you do if your vehicle begins to hydroplane on a wet North Dakota road?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the gas and steer straight without braking hard

Answer

Brake hard immediately

Answer

Accelerate through the water

Answer

Turn sharply to the side of the road

Question 4

What is the safest response to a tire blowout while driving in North Dakota?

Accepted Answer

Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and gradually steer to safety

Answer

Brake hard and stop immediately

Answer

Accelerate to maintain control

Answer

Turn the wheel sharply toward the shoulder

Question 5

In North Dakota, what should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens?

Accepted Answer

Pull to the right side of the road and stop

Answer

Speed up to get out of the way

Answer

Stop wherever you are

Answer

Pull to the left shoulder

Question 6

What is the proper technique for driving on icy roads in North Dakota?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed, increase following distance, and avoid sudden movements

Answer

Drive at normal speed with extra caution

Answer

Use cruise control for steady speed

Answer

Follow other vehicles closely for guidance