Road Safety Flashcards

When driving through a school zone, which of the following actions is required?

Answer: Reduce speed to the posted school zone limit and watch for children

School zones have reduced speed limits that must be observed during posted hours.

What should a driver do when encountering heavy fog while driving?

Answer: Use low beam headlights and reduce speed significantly

Low beam headlights reduce glare in fog while still illuminating the road ahead.

Which of the following is the safest action when a tire blows out at high speed?

Answer: Grip the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and gradually pull over

Maintaining control of the steering wheel while gradually decelerating is the safest way to handle a blowout.

What does the term 'defensive driving' primarily mean?

Answer: Anticipating potential hazards and adjusting driving to prevent accidents

Defensive driving involves proactively scanning for hazards and adjusting behavior to reduce risk.

When driving at night, a driver should:

Answer: Reduce speed and increase following distance

Reduced visibility at night requires lower speeds and greater following distances.

If an ambulance with flashing lights and siren is approaching from behind, a driver should:

Answer: Pull over to the right side of the road and stop

Drivers must yield to emergency vehicles by pulling to the right and stopping.