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SELF TEST Section 6 Safe Driving Tips
Montana http://opi.mt.gov/PDF/DriverEd/Manual/AdaptMan.pdf
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Driving Skills
9th Grade
05/27/2013

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Term
At dusk or on overcast days, you should:
a.turn on your headlights so other drivers can see your vehicle
b.turn on your windshield wipers
c.drive with your parking lights on
d.use caution and drive 25 mph
Definition
a.turn on your headlights so other drivers can see your vehicle
Term
You should be cautious when passing a bicycle because:
a.you are going faster than the bicycle
b.the bicycle always has the right of way
c.oncoming traffic may not see you pull out to pass
d.the cyclist may have to swerve into traffic to avoid an object on the
road
Definition
d.the cyclist may have to swerve into traffic to avoid an object on the
road
Term
In order to avoid last-minute braking, or the need to turn,
you should look down the
road at least:
a.2 seconds ahead of your vehicle
b.4 seconds ahead of your vehicle
c.10 seconds ahead of your vehicle
d.15 seconds ahead of your vehicle
Definition
b.4 seconds ahead of your vehicle
Term
Driving at night requires increased caution because:
a.traffic is faster at night
b.there is a larger volume of traffic at night
c.a driver cannot see as well at night
d.crashes occur more frequently at night
Definition
c.a driver cannot see as well at night
Term
The speed limit in a town, unless otherwise posted, is
a.25 miles per hour
b.there is no speed limit
c.30 miles per hour
d.45 miles per hour
Definition
a.25 miles per hour
Term
The speed limit at night on a state highway (non-interstate) is
a.75 miles per hour
b.65 miles per hour
c.as fast as you can go and still see
d.45 miles per hour
Definition
b.65 miles per hour
Term
A good rule to remember for passing is:
a.pass on the right whenever possible
b.always flash your lights and sound your horn to alert the other driver
c.try to get in front of any line of slow moving traffic so you can see better
d.drive with the flow of traffic, passing only as needed
Definition
d.drive with the flow of traffic, passing only as needed
Term
“Hydroplaning” is best described as:
a.your tires pushing water out of their paths
b.your tires actually floating on a film of water
c.your tires are causing sheets of water to splash on passing vehicles
d.your tires throwing water to the rear, causing problems for following
vehicles
Definition
b.your tires actually floating on a film of water
Term
A solid yellow line in your lane means:
a.pass only if no cars are coming
b.do not pass
c.pass only if you do not go over the speed limit
d.look over your shoulder to check blind spots
Definition
b.do not pass
Term
The four-second rule helps a driver know:
a.how much time it takes to pass
b.how long it should take to turn a corner
c.how closely to follow another vehicle
d.when to turn on headlights
Definition
c.how closely to follow another vehicle
Term
When a driver passing you honks his horn, you should:
a.wave
b.speed up
c.give him room to pass
d.use your turn signals
Definition
c.give him room to pass
Term
How far ahead should you signal in the city?
a.300 feet
b.one block
c.50 feet
d.100 feet
Definition
d.100 feet
Term
What should you do in a vehicle with an automatic transmission before shifting to
drive?
a.make sure everyone in the car has fastened their safety belt
b.check your mirrors and fuel gauge
c.press down on the brake
d.check the tire pressure
Definition
c.press down on the brake
Term
When you approach a YIELD sign, you must slow to:
a.a reasonable speed
b.5 mph
c.20 mph
d.come to a complete stop
Definition
a.a reasonable speed
Term
How far ahead should you signal in the country?
a.300 feet
b.1,000 feet
c.1/4 mile
d.50 feet
Definition
a.300 feet
Term
What factor should not be considered when deciding how fast to drive?
a.weather
b.road condition
c.time of favorite TV show
d.traffic
Definition
c.time of favorite TV show
Term
When driving on the interstate if you miss your exit, you should:
a.drive to the next exit
b.make a U-turn
c.stop and wait for a green light
d.yield to traffic entering the highway
Definition
a.drive to the next exit
Term
It is permissible to exceed the speed limit to pass on a two-lane road
a.at no time
b.if you are in a hurry
c.if you only exceed the speed limit by 10 mph
d.if the solid yellow line is in your lane
Definition
c.if you only exceed the speed limit by 10 mph
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