TLC Weather & Hazardous Conditions 2

Question 1

When driving in heavy rain, what is the safest following distance to maintain behind the vehicle ahead?

Accepted Answer

At least 4 seconds

Answer

In heavy rain, stopping distances increase significantly, so a minimum following distance of 4 seconds is recommended.

Question 2

A passenger requests that you drive faster during a snowstorm to reach their destination on time. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Explain that safety requires reduced speed and maintain safe speeds

Answer

A TLC driver is responsible for passenger safety and must maintain safe speeds regardless of passenger requests.

Question 3

What is 'black ice' and why is it particularly dangerous for TLC drivers?

Accepted Answer

A thin, nearly transparent layer of ice on roads that is hard to see

Answer

Black ice is a thin transparent coating of ice on pavement that is nearly invisible, making it extremely treacherous because drivers may not detect it until they lose control.

Question 4

During a heavy snowfall, your windshield wipers cannot keep up with accumulation. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Pull over safely, stop, and clear the windshield before continuing

Answer

Operating a vehicle without adequate windshield visibility is illegal and extremely dangerous; you must stop and clear obstructions.

Question 5

When approaching a flooded section of roadway, what should a TLC driver do?

Accepted Answer

Turn around and find an alternate route

Answer

Flood waters can be deeper than they appear, and even a few inches of moving water can affect vehicle control; turning around is the safest option.

(TLC) Taxi and Limousine Commission Practice Test

(TLC) Taxi and Limousine Commission Practice Test

TLC Weather & Hazardous Conditions 2