A sharp curve is ahead. When should you reduce your speed?
Correct answer: Before entering the curve.
Reduce speed before the curve so the tires retain grip and you do not need a sudden braking maneuver while turning.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 25; PDF p. 27 — Hazardous Conditions: Curves ↗
Fog and traffic make the posted speed limit too fast for safe travel. Which statement is correct?
Correct answer: You must reduce speed for the actual conditions.
A posted limit does not excuse driving too fast for weather, visibility or traffic. The manual notes that a driver can be cited even while at the posted speed.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 36; PDF p. 38 — Speed Limits: too fast for conditions ↗
You are catching a bicyclist while an oncoming vehicle approaches a narrow stretch. What is the safest plan?
Correct answer: Slow and let the oncoming vehicle pass before giving the bicyclist a safe passing clearance.
Handle the hazards one at a time when possible. Delaying the pass lets you give the bicyclist the required clearance without crowding oncoming traffic.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 22; PDF p. 24 — Space to the Side: hazards one at a time ↗
You have been traveling beside the rear portion of a large truck. Why should you avoid lingering there?
Correct answer: The truck driver may not see your car in a large blind spot.
Large vehicles have substantial blind spots. Position your vehicle where it can be seen and do not remain alongside unnecessarily.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 22; PDF p. 24 — Blind Spots: large vehicles ↗
A truck ahead moves slightly left while preparing to turn right. What should you do?
Correct answer: Stay back instead of passing between the truck and the right curb.
Long vehicles may need extra turning room, and their rear wheels take a shorter path. A car on the inside can be trapped between the truck and curb.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 20; PDF p. 22 — Trucks Make Wide Right Turns ↗
A motorcycle is ahead in your lane. There appears to be space to pass it without leaving that lane. What should you do?
Correct answer: Give it the full lane and make a separate safe lane change if passing.
A motorcycle is entitled to the full traffic lane. Do not pass it within the same lane; the rider may need room to avoid a hazard.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 18; PDF p. 20 — Motorcycles: complete traffic lane ↗
You are waiting to enter a road. An approaching motorcycle has a turn signal flashing. What should you do before entering its path?
Correct answer: Wait until its actual movement confirms the turn and there is a safe opening.
Motorcycle signals may not cancel automatically. A flashing signal alone is not enough to assume the rider will leave your path.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 18; PDF p. 20 — Motorcycles: turn signals may not self-cancel ↗
You are planning to pass a bicyclist. What minimum clearance does Connecticut require between the vehicle and bicycle?
Correct answer: At least three feet.
The manual specifies a minimum of three feet. Wait if you cannot pass safely with that clearance, considering the width of your vehicle or load.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 17; PDF p. 19 — Bicyclists: minimum passing distance ↗
A bicyclist is just ahead as you approach the street where you intend to turn right. What is the safest action?
Correct answer: Slow behind the bicycle and let it clear the intersection before turning.
Do not overtake a bicycle immediately before turning right. Yield and leave enough space for the cyclist to continue without being cut off.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 17; PDF p. 19 — Bicyclists: passing before a right turn ↗
You have parallel parked beside a bicycle route. What should you do before opening the street-side door?
Correct answer: Check behind and beside the car for bicyclists and other traffic.
A vehicle door must not hit or obstruct a bicyclist or other road user. Check the approaching traffic before opening it.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 17; PDF p. 19 — Bicyclists: opening a parked vehicle door ↗
You approach a person riding a horse along the road. What is appropriate?
Correct answer: Reduce speed, allow room, and avoid sounding the horn or making loud noises.
The manual requires due care around horses, including slowing or stopping if needed. Loud or unusual noise may frighten the animal and is prohibited when approaching or passing it.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 18; PDF p. 20 — Horses ↗
An ice cream truck on your undivided road displays flashing lights and extends its stop and crossing arms. What should you do?
Correct answer: Stop at least 10 feet away, then pass only when safe at no more than 5 mph, yielding to pedestrians.
The manual specifies a stop at least 10 feet from the front or rear, then a cautious pass up to 5 mph while yielding to crossing pedestrians. The separated-roadway exception is not present here.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 18; PDF p. 20 — Ice Cream Trucks ↗
A vehicle is stopped on the shoulder of a multilane highway. An adjacent lane is safely available. What should you do as you approach?
Correct answer: Reduce speed to a reasonable level and move over one lane when safe.
Connecticut's move-over protection includes non-emergency vehicles. Slow and move away when safe, checking and signaling before changing lanes.
Source: Connecticut DOT Office of Highway Safety — Move Over Law: Laws; Look and signal ↗
The road is cold and wet, and you are approaching a bridge after driving on clear pavement. What should you anticipate?
Correct answer: The bridge may be icy even when nearby pavement is not.
Bridges can cool and become icy before adjoining pavement, and shaded spots may stay icy. Reduce speed and avoid abrupt control inputs.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 25; PDF p. 27 — Slippery Roads: bridges and shaded spots ↗
In heavy rain the steering suddenly feels light as the tires ride on water. What should you do?
Correct answer: Ease off the accelerator and keep steering steady until traction returns.
For hydroplaning, ease off the accelerator and avoid abrupt braking or turning. Smooth actions reduce the chance of a skid as tire grip returns.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 25; PDF p. 27 — Water on the Roadway: traction loss ↗
A Connecticut driver is planning seasonal use of studded tires. Which period does the manual permit?
Correct answer: November 15 through April 30.
The manual lists November 15 through April 30 for studded tires. Tire equipment does not eliminate the need to reduce speed on snow or ice.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 25; PDF p. 27 — Slippery Roads: studded tire season ↗
You enter thick fog. Which lighting choice best follows the manual?
Correct answer: Use low-beam headlights.
Low beams reduce the glare reflected back by fog or heavy precipitation. Reduce speed as visibility falls; lights do not restore clear-weather sight distance.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 38; PDF p. 40 — Lights: low beams in fog or heavy precipitation ↗
Rain requires you to switch on the windshield wipers. What else should you switch on?
Correct answer: The headlights.
The manual states that when wipers are used, headlights must also be on. Headlights help other road users see your vehicle in the rain.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 38; PDF p. 40 — Lights: wipers and headlights ↗
An approaching driver keeps high beams on, making it hard to see. Where should you direct your gaze while keeping control?
Correct answer: Toward the right edge of the road rather than directly into the lights.
Use the right edge as a guide and avoid staring at the glare. Do not retaliate by keeping your own high beams on.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 38; PDF p. 40 — Lights: glare from oncoming high beams ↗
On a dark road, you cannot stop within the distance illuminated ahead. What must change?
Correct answer: Reduce speed so you can stop within the distance you can see.
Do not overdrive your headlights. Familiarity with the road does not show whether an unexpected person, vehicle or obstruction is ahead.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023; printed p. 38; PDF p. 40 — Lights: darkness and stopping within visible distance ↗
