NV DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 4

Question 1

Which action demonstrates proper defensive driving when you notice a driver weaving between lanes ahead?

Accepted Answer

Increase following distance and prepare to take evasive action

Answer

Increasing distance from an erratic driver gives you more time and space to react if their behavior causes a collision.

Question 2

At an unmarked intersection in Nevada, two vehicles arrive at the same time. Who has the right of way?

Accepted Answer

The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right

Answer

At unmarked intersections, the driver on the left yields to the driver approaching from the right.

Question 3

What is the safest approach when driving through a neighborhood with children playing near the road?

Accepted Answer

Slow well below the speed limit and be prepared to stop suddenly

Answer

Children are unpredictable and may dart into the road; slowing and maintaining full readiness to stop is essential.

Question 4

When is it appropriate to use the left lane on a Nevada multi-lane highway?

Accepted Answer

For passing slower vehicles and then returning to the right lane

Answer

Nevada law requires drivers to keep right except when passing, with the left lane reserved for overtaking slower traffic.

Question 5

A defensive driver notices their vehicle starting to skid. The correct response is to:

Accepted Answer

Steer in the direction of the skid and ease off the accelerator

Answer

Steering into a skid — the same direction the rear of the car is sliding — and reducing speed helps restore vehicle control.

(NV DMV) Nevada Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test