PA DMV Vehicle Operation and Control 5

Question 1

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop sign, you should:

Accepted Answer

Stop, then inch forward slowly until you can see clearly

Answer

At a blind intersection, stop completely then creep forward slowly to gain sight lines before entering the intersection.

Question 2

What happens to your stopping distance when you double your speed from 30 to 60 mph?

Accepted Answer

It quadruples

Answer

Stopping distance increases with the square of speed, so doubling your speed quadruples the distance needed to stop.

Question 3

When driving through a curve, you should:

Accepted Answer

Slow down before the curve and gently accelerate through it

Answer

Slowing before entering a curve and gradually accelerating through it keeps tires properly loaded and prevents skidding.

Question 4

In Pennsylvania, when are you required to use your windshield wipers?

Accepted Answer

Whenever weather conditions require them for visibility

Answer

Pennsylvania requires headlights AND wipers whenever weather conditions reduce visibility, not just during heavy rain.

Question 5

What does 'target fixation' mean in the context of driving?

Accepted Answer

Steering toward a hazard you are staring at instead of away from it

Answer

Target fixation causes drivers to unintentionally steer toward objects they are staring at, a common cause of crashes.

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