RTA Driving in Adverse Conditions 5

Question 1

When roads are covered with snow and ice, which type of tires provides the best traction?

Accepted Answer

Winter (snow) tires with deep, siped tread

Answer

Winter tires use a softer rubber compound and siped tread patterns designed to bite into snow and ice for superior traction.

Question 2

When is the road surface most slippery during a rainstorm?

Accepted Answer

During the first few minutes of rain, when water mixes with oil and dust on the road

Answer

The first rain after a dry period lifts accumulated oil and debris to the surface, creating an especially slick mixture before it washes away.

Question 3

If your vehicle begins to skid on ice and you have ABS brakes, you should:

Accepted Answer

Press the brake pedal firmly and continuously while steering to avoid the hazard

Answer

With ABS, you apply firm, steady brake pressure and the system automatically modulates brake force to prevent lockup.

Question 4

Driving behind a large truck in heavy rain is especially dangerous because:

Accepted Answer

Trucks spray large amounts of water onto your windshield, reducing visibility

Answer

Large trucks throw significant water spray that can momentarily blind following drivers, making a safe following distance critical.

Question 5

In foggy conditions, when should you use your hazard lights while driving?

Accepted Answer

Never while moving — hazard lights signal a stopped vehicle and confuse other drivers

Answer

In most states, using hazard lights while moving is illegal or discouraged because they signal a stopped vehicle and can confuse other drivers about your intentions.

(RTA) Roads and Transport Authority Exam Practice Test

(RTA) Roads and Transport Authority Exam Practice Test

RTA Driving in Adverse Conditions 5