Rules of the Road Quiz

Example Questions From the Test

• 1Your vehicle begins to hydroplane on standing water. What is the safest initial response?
  • Brake firmly while turning toward the shoulder.
  • Ease off the accelerator and steer smoothly, avoiding abrupt braking or turning.
  • Accelerate briefly to push the tires through the water.
  • Turn the steering wheel rapidly from side to side to regain grip.
• 2You realize too late that your highway exit is beside you, and reaching it would require a sudden lane change across markings. What should you do?
  • Continue to the next suitable exit and adjust your route.
  • Stop on the shoulder and reverse carefully to the exit.
  • Cross the markings quickly before other drivers close the gap.
  • Slow sharply in your lane while waiting for space to cross.
• 3You are behind a cyclist on a narrow road where you cannot yet pass with adequate clearance. What should you do?
  • Pass closely at low speed so the cyclist knows you are being careful.
  • Wait at a safe following distance until a legal, clearly safe passing opportunity provides sufficient space.
  • Sound the horn continuously until the cyclist leaves the roadway.
  • Drive alongside the cyclist until oncoming traffic creates an opening.