OR DMV OR DMV Special Driving Conditions Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

In Oregon, when driving through a work zone, you must:

Accepted Answer

Slow down to the posted work zone speed limit and stay alert

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Maintain normal speed since workers should stay clear

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Use hazard lights throughout the zone

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Stop at the beginning of every work zone

Question 2

When driving at night in Oregon, you should dim your high beams when within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

Accepted Answer

500 feet

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100 feet

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200 feet

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1,000 feet

Question 3

What is the recommended following distance when towing a trailer in Oregon?

Accepted Answer

4–5 seconds or more

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2 seconds

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3 seconds

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The same as without a trailer

Question 4

In Oregon, if you are driving and a wildfire makes visibility poor and the air is hazardous, you should:

Accepted Answer

Pull over, turn off the engine, close vents, and shelter in place if evacuation is not possible

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Increase speed to exit the area quickly

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Open your windows to see better

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Turn on your air conditioning on max to filter the air

Question 5

When driving through standing water of unknown depth in Oregon, you should:

Accepted Answer

Test the depth carefully, then drive through slowly if shallow

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Drive through quickly to minimize water contact

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Always avoid it and find another route

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Accelerate halfway through to avoid stalling

Question 6

What should you do when your vehicle gets stuck in snow in Oregon?

Accepted Answer

Gently rock the vehicle by alternating forward and reverse, and carry sand or kitty litter for traction

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Spin the tires rapidly to dig out

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Gun the engine to build momentum

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Immediately call for a tow truck without trying anything