UT DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 3

Question 1

While driving through Provo Canyon in winter, your rear wheels begin to skid. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction you want the front of the car to go

Answer

Easing off the gas and steering toward your intended path helps the tires regain traction and straightens the vehicle.

Question 2

How should you adjust your driving on a snow-packed Utah road?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and increase following distance to 6 seconds or more

Answer

Snow greatly increases stopping distance, so slower speeds and much larger gaps are required.

Question 3

What is the safest way to handle a distraction, such as an incoming text, while driving?

Accepted Answer

Wait until you are safely parked before checking your phone

Answer

Utah law and defensive driving principles both require handling phone tasks only when parked safely.

Question 4

You are driving at night on a rural Utah highway and an oncoming vehicle has its high beams on. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Look toward the right edge of your lane and slow slightly

Answer

Glancing at the right edge line keeps you in your lane while avoiding glare that can temporarily blind you.

Question 5

What is the correct defensive response when another driver cuts you off and you feel angry?

Accepted Answer

Take a deep breath, back off, and avoid eye contact or gestures

Answer

Avoiding retaliation and creating space prevents road rage situations from escalating into crashes.

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