TDC - Theoretical Driving Course Defensive Driving and Road Courtesy 2

Question 1

When approaching an intersection with no traffic signals or signs, which vehicle has the right of way?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle that arrives first, or the vehicle on the right if arriving simultaneously

Answer

The larger vehicle

Answer

The vehicle on the left

Answer

The vehicle traveling faster

Question 2

What is the SIPDE method used in defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute

Answer

Stop, Inspect, Park, Drive, Exit

Answer

Signal, Inspect, Proceed, Decelerate, Engage

Answer

Steer, Indicate, Position, Decelerate, Evaluate

Question 3

When being tailgated by an aggressive driver, the safest action is to:

Accepted Answer

Gradually slow down and allow them to pass

Answer

Brake suddenly to teach them a lesson

Answer

Speed up to increase the gap

Answer

Turn on your hazard lights and stop

Question 4

What is a 'space cushion' in defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

A safe buffer of space maintained around the vehicle in all directions

Answer

The airbag system in the vehicle

Answer

The gap between the seat and steering wheel

Answer

Padding on the dashboard for crash protection

Question 5

How should you respond to a driver who is trying to merge into your lane?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the accelerator and create space for them to merge safely

Answer

Speed up to close the gap

Answer

Flash your headlights aggressively

Answer

Honk your horn repeatedly

Question 6

Why should drivers avoid driving in another vehicle's blind spot?

Accepted Answer

The other driver may not see you and could change lanes into your vehicle

Answer

It is illegal in all situations

Answer

It wastes fuel

Answer

Blind spots only exist on trucks