NV DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 5

Question 1

What is the recommended following distance in adverse conditions such as fog, rain, or ice?

Accepted Answer

At least four to six seconds or more

Answer

Adverse conditions dramatically reduce traction and visibility, requiring at least double the normal following distance.

Question 2

A pedestrian is crossing mid-block (not at a crosswalk) in front of your vehicle. What should a defensive driver do?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and be prepared to stop, yielding if necessary

Answer

Regardless of the pedestrian's legal position, a defensive driver always prioritizes avoiding injury over asserting the right of way.

Question 3

How does a defensive driver handle a situation where the sun is directly in their eyes?

Accepted Answer

Slow down, use the sun visor, and increase following distance

Answer

Sun glare severely limits visibility; slowing down and using visual aids gives more time to react to hidden hazards.

Question 4

When driving on a rural Nevada highway at night, which defensive technique is most important?

Accepted Answer

Slow down to a speed at which you can stop within your headlight range

Answer

At night, you should only drive as fast as you can stop within the distance your headlights illuminate — this is called driving within your sight distance.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of 'aggressive driving' that a defensive driver should avoid in Nevada?

Accepted Answer

Tailgating, speeding, and weaving through traffic

Answer

Aggressive driving behaviors like tailgating and weaving significantly increase collision risk and are illegal in Nevada.

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NV DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 5