RI DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 2

Question 1

Under normal driving conditions in Rhode Island, what is the recommended minimum following distance behind the vehicle ahead?

Accepted Answer

At least 3-4 seconds

Answer

1 second

Answer

One car length total

Answer

Half a second

Question 2

While driving, you should scan the road ahead approximately how far to spot hazards early?

Accepted Answer

12-15 seconds ahead of your vehicle

Answer

2 seconds ahead

Answer

Only to the car directly in front

Answer

1 mile ahead at all times

Question 3

What is the safest defensive response when another driver is tailgating you?

Accepted Answer

Slow down gradually or change lanes to let them pass

Answer

Brake hard to warn them

Answer

Speed up to match their pace

Answer

Tap your brakes repeatedly to annoy them

Question 4

You are approaching an intersection where your light has just turned green. What should a defensive driver do first?

Accepted Answer

Look left, right, then left again before proceeding

Answer

Accelerate immediately since you have the right-of-way

Answer

Honk to alert cross traffic

Answer

Wait at least 30 seconds before moving

Question 5

Which of these best describes a proper 'space cushion' around your vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining open space on all four sides of your car whenever possible

Answer

Keeping space only in front of your car

Answer

Driving in the center lane at all times

Answer

Staying within one foot of the lane line

Question 6

When passing a bicyclist on a Rhode Island road, defensive drivers should leave at least how much clearance?

Accepted Answer

3 feet

Answer

6 inches

Answer

1 foot

Answer

No specific clearance is needed

Question 7

What should you do if you begin to feel drowsy while driving on a long trip?

Accepted Answer

Stop in a safe place and rest or switch drivers

Answer

Turn up the radio and keep driving

Answer

Open the window and drive faster to finish sooner

Answer

Drink coffee and rely on it for the rest of the trip