AAA How to Drive Practice Test

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• What does a flashing yellow signal mean?
• How should you handle distractions while driving?
• What is the effect of drugs and medication on driving?
• Which combination best describes recommended driver habits?
• When starting the engine you should release the key or start button:
• When installing child safety seats, which practice is essential?
• The most effective way to prevent becoming distracted by a cell phone while driving is
• When is the second daily energy dip most likely to occur?
• Which line marking indicates you may pass if it is safe to do so?
• When starting the engine, you should release the key or start button after the engine starts.
• When braking hard, the weight of the vehicle noticeably shifts to which part?
• Which phrase best names the three main phases of freeway driving?
• Adjusting your speed to address one hazard at a time is called what?
• What is the best course of action when heavy rain severely reduces visibility and there is no safe place to stop?
• Which combination describes recommended intersection approach?
• What should you do if your headlights fail during night driving?
• Is it permissible to stop on railroad tracks under any circumstance?
• Which statement accurately reflects how to secure a child safety seat?
• Total stopping distance is made up of which components?
• When turning your curving to the right, the contact patches of which tires increase in size?
• To avoid crashing, which of the following is true?
• In wet or snowy driving conditions, what is the recommended minimum following distance?
• The potential benefits of self driving vehicles include
• To effectively search the total traffic scene, you should monitor the area from which directions?
• How far in advance should you signal before turning or changing lanes?
• Which statement describes the effect of combining two drugs on impairment level?
• What range of seconds ahead should drivers search for hazards?
• In a school zone, besides the posted speed, what should you watch for?
• Which action best describes safe behavior when tailgating is observed?
• When passing a cyclist, what is the recommended clearance?
• Trail braking is used to...
• How can being distracted affect the core driving skills?
• When parking uphill without a curb, which wheel direction helps prevent rolling into traffic?
• When backing straight to the right, which technique best describes how to steer?
• What is the typical BAC limit for drivers under age 21?
• Who can revoke a driver's license?
• Adaptive cruise control is designed to ___
• Driver should develop the habit of searching ___ seconds ahead along their intended path of travel for objects and conditions that could increase risk.
• Which describes defensive driving?
• In crashes involving a passenger vehicle and a motorcycle, the motorcyclist is usually at fault.
• What does a flashing red signal mean?
• What is the proper use of hazard lights?
• Which option completes the sentence: The safety technologies that require the driver to maintain constant control include forward collision avoidance, automatic emergency braking, and lane keeping assist?
• Where should your hands be placed on the steering wheel for safe driving?
• What is the key difference between expressways and freeways?
• Which statement about alcohol as a drug is true?
• Can a driver legally drive after consuming marijuana?
• Where can you typically find the recommended tire air pressure?
• A teen driver's crash risk is higher when driving during which period?
• Which option best represents hydroplaning risk?
• Which vehicle is especially prone to brake loss on downhill roads?
• Solid white lines are used to mark which features?
• Prescription medicines and over-the-counter drugs can affect driving by
• What practical implication arises from central vision comprising about 3% of the field?
• What is the best way to provide an emergency escape path?
• Under which condition is a right turn on red allowed?
• Your ___ can be used to help you know how far forward to pull into a parking space
• Which statement best describes how to use seat belts?
• Which statement about a driver's license is true?
• Who has the right of way at an uncontrolled intersection?
• What following distance should you maintain behind the vehicle in front under normal conditions?
• What fraction of drivers who crashed after falling asleep did not detect any signs of drowsiness before crashing?
• At an intersection where the traffic signal is not functioning, which rule should drivers follow to move safely?
• Which of the following are considered vulnerable road users?
• How should you proceed at a non-functioning traffic signal?
• On expressways, traffic intersections are replaced by?
• What does a solid red traffic signal mean?
• If you begin to skid, what is the recommended action?
• If you believe your brakes have failed, what should be your first action?
• Total stopping distance comprises which components?
• Which option completes the statement about safety technologies?
• What is the effect of alcohol on driving?
• What does a double solid yellow line indicate?
• Because central vision covers only a small portion of the field, drivers should rely on scanning to gather information from where?
• What does a synergistic effect mean when two drugs are used together?
• Which statement correctly reflects who bears responsibility for not driving when impaired by drugs?
• Which of the following should be considered when purchasing tires?
• Which statement best describes the meaning of a flashing yellow signal?
• Which term describes the 5° cone that represents about 3% of a driver's total visual field?
• In vehicles equipped with a driver side airbag sitting closer than ___ inches from the steering wheel, increases the risk of arm, neck, and facial injuries in a crash
• The top of the head restraint should be adjusted to a point
• What is the recommended way to recover from a skid?
• In the context of safety around a curbside vehicle, which distance from the steering wheel reduces injury risk if the airbag deploys?
• In urban driving, many state laws require signaling before turning a certain distance ahead. How many feet ahead should you signal?
• An odd-numbered route indicates a route that runs in which direction?
• Approximately how long does it take a new driver to reach the driving ability of the average experienced driver?
• Where should the top of the head restraint be positioned in relation to your ears?
• Which option(s) would constitute a direct stated benefit of self-driving technology?
• What practices are involved in successfully navigating intersections?
• ___ is a technology that requires the driver to maintain constant control of the vehicle.
• Which factors can increase risk when driving in low light or nighttime conditions?
• When a driver is under the influence of marijuana, which driving behavior is most likely?
• Solid white lines are used to mark which features?
• Why are intersections considered risky?
• When driving near vulnerable road users, you should
• Which time window is associated with a higher risk of drowsy driving due to circadian rhythm?
• When reversing direction, you should consider
• If you must address a distraction while driving, what is advised?
• Which statement best reflects the driver’s role when using safety technology?
• Which practice keeps you safe around large trucks' no-zones?
• Which action is correct when you encounter a flashing red signal while driving?
• Grime can reduce headlight effectiveness by as much as what percent?
• Which action is recommended before driving a vehicle equipped with safety technology?
• A skid in which the front tires lose contact with the road surface is called what?
• Which factor affects how high a drinker's BAC reaches?
• If you encounter a suspected distracted driver, your first step should be to
• Driving of passenger vehicles are at significant risk of serious injury and death when colliding with
• Which of these hand positions allow for the best control and turning the steering wheel?
• Traffic control devices communicate messages to drivers using which elements?
• What does a red octagon sign indicate, and what action should you take?
• Vehicles use the greatest amount of fuel when what action is performed?
• In a school zone during posted hours, what should you do?
• A certificate of motor vehicle title demonstrates what?
• Which hand position is recommended for steering while driving?
• If you find yourself sitting within 10 inches of the steering wheel due to seating position, what is the recommended action?
• Before driving any vehicle equipped with safety technology the driver should
• Which description best matches a comprehensive search pattern for scanning traffic?
• Which traffic rule helps decide who goes first at closely timed intersections?
• It takes the body on average, approximately how long to eliminate the alcohol contained in one drink?
• Which statement best captures the impact of distraction on driving safety?
• If you are parking uphill with a curb, what should you do with the wheels?
• On downhill roads, braking loss is most likely in which vehicle category?
• What is the correct procedure for making a left turn at an intersection?
• What percent of crashes are caused by driver error?
• The first ability to be impaired by alcohol or other drugs is
• ___ braking is used to smoothly and gradually reduce brake pedal pressure at the end of a braking maneuver, helping avoid abrupt weight transfer when turning.
• Which statement best describes the purpose of lane departure warning systems?
• To allow enough distance to stop when responding to hazardous objects or conditions, you should identify a planned path of travel how many seconds ahead?
• When you are driving, it is most difficult to control the space to your which area?
• What recommended range of seconds ahead should a driver maintain visually?
• Hazard lights should be used for what purpose?
• When facing danger close to both sides of your pathway, you should give up more space to which side?
• Which statement best describes reckless driving?
• What is the primary purpose of wearing seat belts?
• BAC stands for?
• How should you approach a pedestrian who is visually impaired or with a cane?
• As few as how many inches of water can cause you to lose control of your vehicle?
• Which distraction category is described as 'Mental' in driving safety guidance?
• Which option is an effective way to stay awake when drowsy behind the wheel?
• Which statement is true regarding sharing the road with large trucks?
• Which wheel-turn rule is correct when parking uphill with a curb?
• Three main parts of freeway driving?
• In heavy traffic, if an emergency vehicle is behind you, what should you do?
• In a construction/work zone, which action is recommended?
• What is the term for the distance ahead that a driver searches while driving?
• What should you do in heavy fog?
• What is a shared center left-turn lane?
• What does a yield sign require you to do?
• If a vehicle speed doubles from 20 mph to 40 mph, the distance needed to stop increases by how many times?
• ___ acceleration is easy to maintain; slow forward motion allows speed to increase gradually with minimum weight shift.
• How often should the pre-driving checks identified for approaching the vehicle and checking the outside of the vehicle be performed?
• When preparing to turn, you should
• When should you use high-beam headlights?
• Which document should you consult to determine when to change engine oil?
• What must you do in a construction/work zone?
• During a skid, when should you brake if your vehicle has ABS?
• If you experience brake failure, which action sequence is recommended?
• Which description matches light acceleration?
• During a skid, which action best helps you recover control?
• When you see a school bus stopped with its red lights activated, you must
• Who is ultimately responsible for preventing you from driving after consuming drugs that can affect your driving abilities?
• In typical driving rules, which situation is illegal for passing another vehicle?
• In heavy fog, which combination best describes safe driving?
• Right-of-way laws are designed to help drivers identify who may proceed first when more than one vehicle approaches an intersection at approximately the same time.
• What term describes the loss of traction that occurs when water builds between the tires and the road, causing the tires to ride on a film of water?
• Railroad advanced warning signs are which color and shape?
• When should you use your turn signals?
• Which option best describes a recommended pre-drive action?
• How should you respond to a tailgater?
• In heavy rain with limited visibility and no rest area, what is the best course of action?
• What does a green arrow traffic signal mean?
• In rain, to avoid hydroplaning, what should you do?
• After using voice commands to make a call, send a text, or change music, mental distractions can last up to how many seconds?
• Who has the right-of-way in a roundabout?
• Most states have BAC limits of ___ percent for drivers under age 21.
• What is the primary purpose of maintaining a visual lead distance?
• When approaching a pedestrian who is visually impaired or with a cane, what should you do?
• On a two-lane road, how far must you stay behind a school bus with flashing red lights?
• How should you use anti-lock brakes (ABS) in an emergency?
• Which statement best describes the function of closing probability?
• Alcohol is a ___ drug?
• How can you reduce fatigue on long drives?
• At a yellow traffic signal, you should
• Which technology is listed as part of the trio including forward collision avoidance and lane keeping assist?
• Courtesies are important when sharing the road with which groups?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of scanning 20-30 seconds ahead along your path of travel?
• During a right-hand turn, which tires experience an increase in contact patch?
• Lane departure warning systems are designed to do what?
• What does a solid yellow line between opposing lanes indicate?
• What does a dashed yellow line between lanes indicate?
• When passing a cyclist, what should you do?
• Intersection types include
• What does a solid white line indicate?
• When approaching your vehicle parked at a curb, you should:
• The potential benefits of self driving vehicles include
• The three categories of distraction include visual, manual, and ___?
• Which traffic sign requires you to slow or stop to yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians?
• Primary factors involved in teen crashes include:
• Which statement best describes the relationship between the driver and safety technology?
• If you want to minimize cell phone distraction while driving, which practice is least effective?
• When parking uphill next to a curb you should turn your front wheels
• What is the proper response if you experience a tire blowout?
• When sharing the road with vulnerable road users, you should
• What does a solid yellow centerline on your side of the road mean?
• Which time window is commonly a period of low energy and sleepiness during the day?
• At railroad crossings, what should you do if you can't determine whether the track is clear?
• Sleep duration recommended for ages 12 to 18 is between how many hours per day?
• Which line marking indicates no passing from either direction?
• Which action is consistent with safe driving with safety technology?
• Engine oil should be changed according to what guidance?
• When exiting a roundabout, what signal should you use?
• Which attributes are important when purchasing tires?
• Which statement about a driver's license is true?
• The earliest driving skill affected by alcohol is
• Adaptive Cruise Control is described as designed to
• Closing probability is defined as what?
• When you hear an emergency vehicle behind you, what is the recommended action if it is safe to do so?
• How should you behave at a four-way stop when two drivers arrive simultaneously?
• What are the no-zones around large trucks?
• Which surfaces provide less traction than concrete?
• What should you do at railroad crossings?
• When passing a cyclist, what minimum clearance should you give?
• Which traffic sign requires you to come to a complete stop before proceeding?
• What behavior constitutes using a vehicle to threaten or harm another road user during a traffic incident?