Defensive Driver Training Exam

The quiz on the following pages provides an opportunity for you to test your knowledge and retention of the material contained in this training program.

Question #1
Which of the following is a recommended defensive driving practice? * Required

A) Keep a two- to four-second gap between you and the vehicle in front of you

B) Determine road and traffic conditions before driving

C) Look far in front of you while driving

D) All the above

E) None of the above

Question #2
All the following are recommended practices for defensive driving EXCEPT: * Required

A) Determine road and traffic conditions before you start driving

B) Look far in front of you while driving to monitor your surroundings

C) Always keep your high-beam headlights on

D) Keep a two- to four-second gap between you and the vehicle in front of you

Question #3
Which of these describes the proper way to wear a seat belt in a passenger vehicle? * Required

A) Secure the lap belt across your hips and place the shoulder belt across the middle of your chest

B) Run the shoulder belt around your arm and behind your neck

C) Place the shoulder belt across the middle of your chest and the lap belt underneath your thighs

D) None of the above

Question #4
Which of the following statements is true about large vehicles? * Required

A) If you can’t see a truck’s mirrors, its driver cannot see you

B) Trucks have larger and more blind spots than cars

C) Passenger vehicles are more vulnerable in collisions with large trucks due to the weight difference

D) All the above

E) None of the above

Question #5
If a large vehicle is merging onto a highway where you’re driving, you should: * Required

A) Slow down or move left to let the truck onto the highway

B) Speed up and get in front of the vehicle before it merges

C) Stay at your current speed and let the vehicle wait for you to pass

D) None of the above

Question #6
Which of these is a recommended practice when driving in a road work zone? * Required

A) Watch out for merge signs and traffic flaggers

B) Pay attention and follow posted speed limits

C) Turn on low-beam headlights

D) All the above

E) None of the above

Question #7
If you encounter an aggressive driver, you should: * Required

A) Avoid eye contact and try to safely get out of their way

B) Speed up and pass the aggressive driver

C) Honk your horn and yell out the window at them

D) All the above

E) None of the above

Question #8
Which of the following is a good method to help reduce stress on the road? * Required

A) Avoid busy roads whenever possible

B) Give yourself extra time to reach your destination

C) Plan your route to your destination in advance

D) All the above

E) None of the above

Question #9
Which of these is generally the most significant distraction while driving? * Required

A) Opening food or drink packaging

B) Reading and writing text messages

C) Adjusting climate controls

D) Checking the back seat in the mirror

Question #10
If someone calls you while you’re driving and you need to take the call, which of these is the best course of action to take? * Required

A) Pull out of traffic, park your vehicle and call the person back

B) Activate hands-free mode on your phone

C) Answer the phone and tell them you’ll call them back

D) Hold the phone with your shoulder and have the conversation