TX DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 2

Question 1

When following a large truck on a Texas highway, what is the safest following distance?

Accepted Answer

4 seconds or more

Answer

Large trucks have significant blind spots and require longer stopping distances, so at least 4 seconds of following distance is recommended.

Question 2

A defensive driver notices a car weaving between lanes ahead. What is the best response?

Accepted Answer

Increase following distance and prepare to stop

Answer

Increasing your following distance gives you more time to react if the erratic driver causes a crash.

Question 3

What does 'covering the brake' mean in defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

Moving your foot from the accelerator to hover over the brake

Answer

Covering the brake reduces reaction time by positioning your foot over the pedal when a hazard is anticipated.

Question 4

In Texas, when is hydroplaning most likely to occur?

Accepted Answer

In the first few minutes of light rain when oil mixes with water

Answer

Early light rain lifts road oils to the surface, creating slippery conditions before the oils are washed away.

Question 5

A defensive driver approaches an intersection with a stale green light. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Prepare to stop in case the light changes

Answer

A stale green light has been green for a while and is likely to turn yellow or red soon, so slowing and preparing to stop is the safe choice.

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