Safe Driving Practices Flashcards
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When driving on ice in Washington, your stopping distance compared to dry roads is approximately:
Answer: Four times longer
On ice, stopping distances can be up to ten times longer than on dry pavement, requiring extreme speed reduction.
In Washington, when are you required to use windshield wipers?
Answer: Whenever the windshield needs clearing for safe visibility
Washington requires wipers to be used whenever necessary to maintain a clear view through the windshield.
What is the safest action when a tire blows out while driving in Washington?
Answer: Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer straight
During a blowout, grip the steering wheel firmly, gradually release the accelerator, and steer straight until the vehicle slows enough to pull over.
In Washington, what should you do when you are being tailgated?
Answer: Change lanes or slow down gradually to allow the tailgater to pass
The safest response to tailgating is to change lanes if possible, or gradually slow down to increase your own following distance ahead.
How should you handle a curve on a Washington highway?
Answer: Slow down before the curve and maintain speed through it
You should slow down before entering a curve and maintain a steady speed through it, as braking in a curve reduces traction and control.
When parking uphill on a road without a curb in Washington, which direction should you turn your front wheels?
Answer: Away from the road (right)
When parking uphill without a curb, turn your wheels away from the road so if the vehicle rolls, it moves off the road rather than into traffic.
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