VT DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 2

Question 1

Under normal driving conditions, what minimum following distance should you keep behind the vehicle ahead?

Accepted Answer

At least a 4-second gap

Answer

Vermont recommends keeping at least a four-second following distance under normal conditions to allow time to react and stop.

Question 2

You are driving on a two-lane road and an oncoming vehicle drifts into your lane. What is the best defensive action?

Accepted Answer

Slow down, steer right toward the shoulder, and honk

Answer

Slowing down, moving right toward the shoulder, and sounding your horn gives the drifting driver space and alerts them without risking a head-on collision.

Question 3

How far ahead should you scan the road when driving in an urban area?

Accepted Answer

About one block, or 10-15 seconds ahead

Answer

Scanning 10 to 15 seconds ahead, roughly one city block, lets you spot hazards early enough to respond smoothly.

Question 4

What should you do when another driver is tailgating you?

Accepted Answer

Slow down gradually or move over to let them pass

Answer

Easing off the accelerator or changing lanes encourages the tailgater to pass and reduces the risk of a rear-end crash.

Question 5

When driving on a wet road, your stopping distance can increase. How should you adjust your following distance?

Accepted Answer

Increase it beyond the normal 4-second minimum

Answer

Wet pavement reduces traction, so you should add extra seconds to your normal following distance to allow for longer stopping distances.

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VT DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 2