PennDOT Driving in Hazardous Conditions 3

Question 1

In Pennsylvania, when must you turn on your headlights during precipitation?

Accepted Answer

Whenever windshield wipers are in use

Answer

Only at night during rain

Answer

Only in heavy downpours

Answer

Only when visibility drops below 500 feet

Question 2

When approaching a curve on a slippery road, you should:

Accepted Answer

Slow down before entering the curve

Answer

Brake hard in the curve to maintain control

Answer

Accelerate through the curve to maintain momentum

Answer

Shift to a lower gear while in the curve

Question 3

What is the primary danger of driving through standing water at highway speed?

Accepted Answer

Hydroplaning

Answer

Engine flooding

Answer

Tire puncture

Answer

Transmission damage

Question 4

During a blizzard with near-zero visibility, the safest action is to:

Accepted Answer

Pull off the road, turn on hazard lights, and wait

Answer

Follow the taillights of the vehicle ahead closely

Answer

Pull completely off the road and turn off all lights

Answer

Drive at 10 mph with high beams on

Question 5

When driving on ice, the best way to slow down is to:

Accepted Answer

Apply steady, gentle brake pressure or use engine braking

Answer

Pump the brakes rapidly

Answer

Steer toward a snowbank to slow down

Answer

Shift to neutral and coast

Question 6

Which tire tread depth is the minimum recommended for safe winter driving in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

4/32 inch

Answer

1/32 inch

Answer

2/32 inch

Answer

6/32 inch

Question 7

After driving through a deep puddle, what should you do to restore braking ability?

Accepted Answer

Lightly apply the brakes several times while driving slowly

Answer

Accelerate sharply to dry the brakes

Answer

Wait 10 minutes before braking again

Answer

Shift into reverse briefly