WA DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 2

Question 1

Under normal driving conditions, what minimum following distance does Washington recommend behind the vehicle ahead?

Accepted Answer

At least 4 seconds

Answer

Washington's driver guide recommends keeping at least a 4-second following distance under normal conditions.

Question 2

You are driving on I-5 and notice a driver behind you tailgating aggressively. What is the best defensive response?

Accepted Answer

Slow down gradually or change lanes to let them pass

Answer

Letting a tailgater pass by easing off or moving over removes the hazard without escalating the situation.

Question 3

Where should you look while driving to spot hazards early on a highway?

Accepted Answer

About 12 to 15 seconds ahead of your vehicle

Answer

Scanning 12 to 15 seconds ahead gives you time to identify and react to hazards before reaching them.

Question 4

When passing through an intersection with a green light, a defensive driver should:

Accepted Answer

Check left and right for cross traffic before entering

Answer

A green light does not guarantee the intersection is clear, so scan for red-light runners before proceeding.

Question 5

Which of these is the best way to avoid being in another driver's blind spot?

Accepted Answer

Speed up or drop back so you are not driving alongside them

Answer

Adjusting your position so you are visible in the other driver's mirrors keeps you out of their blind spot.

(WA DMV) Washington Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test