TDC - Theoretical Driving Course Exam Theoretical Driving Course Handling Roadside Emergencies 1

Question 1

When your vehicle breaks down on a highway, where should you place your early warning device (EWD)?

Accepted Answer

At least 10 meters behind the vehicle on a highway

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Directly behind the vehicle

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At least 4 meters behind the vehicle

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At the nearest intersection only

Question 2

If a tire blows out while you are driving at highway speed, what is the correct immediate response?

Accepted Answer

Grip the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and steer straight

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Slam the brakes immediately to stop as fast as possible

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Turn the steering wheel sharply toward the shoulder

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Shift into neutral and apply the handbrake

Question 3

Your vehicle's brakes suddenly fail while going downhill. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Downshift to a lower gear to use engine braking

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Turn off the engine immediately

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Open the car door to create drag

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Apply the accelerator to gain control

Question 4

If you encounter a flooded road and you are unsure of the water depth, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Avoid crossing and find an alternate route

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Drive through quickly to minimize time in water

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Drive through slowly in reverse gear

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Open your windows and proceed cautiously at normal speed

Question 5

A pedestrian is struck by your vehicle and is injured. After securing the scene and calling for emergency help, what else must a driver do under Philippine law?

Accepted Answer

Remain at the scene and render reasonable assistance to the victim

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Leave the scene once the ambulance is on the way

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Move the victim to the nearest vehicle immediately

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Wait for police to arrive before checking on the victim

Question 6

If your vehicle starts to skid on a wet road, what is the correct technique to regain control?

Accepted Answer

Steer in the same direction as the skid and ease off the accelerator

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Steer in the opposite direction of the skid and brake hard

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Apply the handbrake firmly to stop the skid

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Accelerate to pull the front wheels out of the skid