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  1. 1. A winter storm is making local roads hazardous, and your shopping trip can wait. What is the safer plan?
  2. 2. When starting and slowing your car on snow or ice, which approach helps preserve control?
  3. 3. Snow and ice cover portions of your route. What does Ohio's winter-safety guidance advise about cruise control?
  4. 4. Why should you leave more following space on a snow-covered road than on a dry road?
  5. 5. Why is traveling beside a working snowplow a poor choice?
  6. 6. Your gasoline car is safely stopped outdoors in snow. Before running the engine briefly for warmth, what should you check?
  7. 7. Your car is safely off the traveled road during a winter breakdown. There is no fire or other immediate danger, and help has been contacted. What is generally the safer choice?
  8. 8. Your car has properly functioning ABS and you need to brake firmly on a slippery surface. How should you use the brake pedal?
  9. 9. A thick replacement floor mat can slide near the pedals. What should you do before driving?
  10. 10. Before a snowy trip, what preparation best supports a clear windshield?
  11. 11. You normally make a trip comfortably within your electric car's range. What should you allow for in cold weather?
  12. 12. Which kit is most useful if a winter trip is unexpectedly delayed?
  13. 13. Where should you find the recommended cold tire pressure for your particular car?
  14. 14. Your car's tire-pressure warning light is off. Does that replace regular checks with a gauge?
  15. 15. The tread surface is worn level with the tire's built-in treadwear bars. What does NHTSA advise?
  16. 16. A seldom-driven car has old tires with substantial tread remaining. What should the owner understand?
  17. 17. A car develops persistent tire vibration and repeatedly loses pressure. What is the appropriate next step?
  18. 18. A tire suddenly loses air while you are driving, with no immediate obstacle requiring a collision-avoidance maneuver. What is the initial control priority?
  19. 19. You have regained control after a tire blowout. What comes next?
  20. 20. Your car has different-size front and rear tires. How should you decide whether and how to rotate them?
  21. 21. You plan a long morning drive after a very short night's sleep. What is the safer preparation?
  22. 22. During a monotonous drive you drift over a line and hit a rumble strip while fighting sleep. What should you do?
  23. 23. A sleep-deprived driver feels more alert after coffee. What should the driver remember?
  24. 24. Can drowsiness create a crash risk during an afternoon drive?
  25. 25. A car is equipped with forward-collision warning but no automatic emergency braking. What should the driver expect from that feature?
  26. 26. While reversing out of a parking space, what hazard is rear cross-traffic warning designed to alert you to?
  27. 27. A car's Level 2 driver-assistance system is controlling speed and helping steer. What remains the driver's job?
  28. 28. You borrow a car whose driver-assistance features have unfamiliar names. What is the best source for learning their operation?
  29. 29. Your car's blind-spot warning alerts as you prepare to change lanes. What is the alert intended to tell you?
  30. 30. Why should you be especially watchful for pedestrians at night or in bad weather?
  31. 31. Another car is stopped at a crosswalk, blocking your view across it. What danger should you anticipate?
  32. 32. Children have been playing near your driveway. What should you do before backing the car out?
  33. 33. You checked behind the car before getting in. As you reverse slowly, what should you continue doing?
  34. 34. Your car is alongside a large truck, and you cannot see the driver's face in its mirror. What is the safe assumption?
  35. 35. A large truck signals right but initially moves left to make room. What should you do?
  36. 36. Why leave room when stopped behind a truck on an uphill slope?
  37. 37. After a safe pass, why should you leave extra space before merging ahead of a large truck?
  38. 38. Which headlight setting generally improves your view in fog?
  39. 39. Fog ahead is nearly opaque, and you can safely enter a nearby parking lot. What is the safer action?
  40. 40. Before a long unfamiliar trip, what is useful even if you plan to use GPS?
  41. 41. Before a long, steep descent, which approach can help control speed without relying entirely on the service brakes?
  42. 42. How should a driver account for a vehicle with a high center of gravity on a sharp bend?
  43. 43. A tight curve is ahead. Why is reducing speed before the curve important?
  44. 44. Your car travels some distance before you recognize a fallen box as a hazard. What part of stopping distance is that?
  45. 45. After recognizing a stopped queue, you move your foot from the accelerator to the brake. What is the distance traveled during that movement called?
  46. 46. A brochure lists the distance a car travels after its brakes are applied. Is that the whole distance needed to stop after an unexpected hazard appears?
  47. 47. On the same road, why does increasing speed call for more stopping room?
  48. 48. A car stops sharply, but an unrestrained passenger continues moving forward. What explains this?
  49. 49. Why may parts of a vehicle be designed to collapse in a collision?
  50. 50. For an adult using the available lap-and-shoulder belt, where should the lap portion fit?
  51. 51. Your engine stalls while the car is moving. The roadway ahead offers a safe place to pull off. What is the priority?
  52. 52. Steering suddenly becomes much heavier after power assistance fails. What should you do?
  53. 53. Your accelerator sticks and the engine continues driving the car. What transmission action helps disconnect engine power from the wheels?
  54. 54. You stopped safely after an accelerator malfunction. The pedal now appears to move normally. What should happen before driving again?
  55. 55. The hood suddenly flies up and blocks much of your windshield. What should you try to do?
  56. 56. Your headlights fail on an unlit road. What is the goal of checking another available lighting setting?
  57. 57. In a car with conventional hydraulic brakes, the pedal drops to the floor and braking is lost. Which action may help restore pressure while you seek a safe escape?
  58. 58. After prolonged braking, the brakes are hot and less effective. A safe stopping area is available. What should you do?
  59. 59. After an unavoidable shallow puddle, your brakes feel wet. On a clear, safe area at low speed, what check is appropriate?
  60. 60. A power line falls onto your car. There is no fire or other immediate need to escape. What should you do?
  61. 61. A fallen power line lies across your intended path. It is not visibly sparking. What is the safer response?
  62. 62. A fire develops in the engine compartment. After reaching a safe stop and switching off the engine, what comes next?
  63. 63. Two wheels leave the pavement for a lower shoulder. No immediate obstacle requires an evasive turn. What is the initial control priority?
  64. 64. Your car is stable at reduced speed along the shoulder after leaving the pavement. How should you return?
  65. 65. In a car without ABS, what is the goal when braking firmly for a controlled stop?
  66. 66. During braking in a non-ABS car, the wheels lock. What adjustment helps regain control?
  67. 67. Hard acceleration makes the tires lose grip and the car begin to skid. What should you do with the accelerator?
  68. 68. During a firm stop with functioning ABS, the pedal pulses rapidly. There is no failure warning. What does this commonly indicate?
  69. 69. Road spray has coated the headlights and windows before a night journey. What preparation helps visibility?
  70. 70. The front daytime running lights are on as darkness falls. Can you assume the taillights are also on?
  71. 71. An oncoming car keeps its high beams on. Where should you direct your attention to help maintain your path?
  72. 72. You are driving behind another car at night. Besides its taillights, what should your visual search include?
  73. 73. Low sunlight makes a morning approach hard to see. Which preparation can help?
  74. 74. Rain begins after a dry spell. Why can the road be especially slippery at first?
  75. 75. Standing water is collecting on a wet roadway. Which choice reduces the risk of hydroplaning?
  76. 76. A driver wants to reduce wet-road loss of grip. Which tire preparation matters?
  77. 77. Heavy rain makes it difficult to see your path, but a safe off-road stopping area is available. What is the safer choice?
  78. 78. A barricade closes a flooded road, but a gap beside it looks wide enough for your car. What should you do?
  79. 79. Floodwater covers a road you know well. Why is familiarity with its usual depth and shape not enough to cross safely?
  80. 80. You will need to slow and turn on a wet road. How should you prepare?
  81. 81. During a freeze, a bridge ahead may be icy even when the approach looks clear. How should you treat it?
  82. 82. A road looks wet and shiny in freezing conditions. What possibility should you consider?
  83. 83. Snowmelt crossed the road during the day, and the temperature is now falling below freezing. What should you anticipate?
  84. 84. Most of a winter road is sunny, but a bend stays deeply shaded. What is the safer assumption?
  85. 85. Your car is safely stopped and stuck in snow away from moving traffic. Which material can help provide tire traction?
  86. 86. While trying to free a stuck car, the tires spin rapidly without moving it. What should you change?
  87. 87. Besides hiding the road ahead, what other condition can fog create?
  88. 88. Visibility is limited by fog and the vehicle ahead is traveling safely. What is the better approach?
  89. 89. A layer of wet leaves covers a curve. How should you treat the surface?
  90. 90. Your paved route changes to loose gravel. What adjustment is appropriate?
  91. 91. Leaf piles line a residential road. Beyond the possible slippery surface, what should you watch for?
  92. 92. You leave a sheltered stretch for an exposed overpass during gusty weather. What should you anticipate?
  93. 93. Hail intensifies, and you can safely enter a nearby covered parking facility. What is the better option?
  94. 94. A work zone has no equipment moving in your lane right now. What should you still anticipate?
  95. 95. At a roundabout entry, vehicles are circulating across your intended path. What should you do?
  96. 96. At a two-lane roundabout, the nearer circulating lane looks empty but a vehicle is approaching in the inner lane. What must you consider?
  97. 97. You are approaching a multi-lane roundabout. When should you use its signs and markings to choose the lane for your exit?
  98. 98. Inside a roundabout, your lane markings direct you to exit, but you wanted a later exit. What is the safer response?
  99. 99. As you leave a roundabout, a pedestrian is using the exit crosswalk across your path. What must you do?
  100. 100. You are circulating with a clear path ahead. A car waits at the next entry. Should you stop inside the roundabout simply to invite it in?
Review all 100 questions with answers

  1. A winter storm is making local roads hazardous, and your shopping trip can wait. What is the safer plan?

    Correct answer: Postpone the nonessential trip

    Avoiding unnecessary travel reduces exposure to dangerous conditions.

    Source: Ohio Department of Public Safety, winter-driving bulletin, January 3, 2025 > Opening advice on local alerts and unnecessary travel (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  2. When starting and slowing your car on snow or ice, which approach helps preserve control?

    Correct answer: Use gradual acceleration and slowing

    Ohio's winter guidance recommends gradual starts and stops rather than abrupt inputs.

    Source: Ohio Department of Public Safety, winter-driving bulletin, January 3, 2025 > Winter tips: accelerate and stop gradually (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  3. Snow and ice cover portions of your route. What does Ohio's winter-safety guidance advise about cruise control?

    Correct answer: Leave cruise control off

    The Ohio bulletin advises against cruise control in snowy or icy conditions.

    Source: Ohio Department of Public Safety, winter-driving bulletin, January 3, 2025 > Winter tips: cruise control and sudden steering (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  4. Why should you leave more following space on a snow-covered road than on a dry road?

    Correct answer: Your car can need more room to stop

    Slick surfaces make stopping and control more difficult; added space gives you more time to respond.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Driving in Winter Weather > The Basics (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  5. Why is traveling beside a working snowplow a poor choice?

    Correct answer: It may overlap lanes, turn widely or stop often

    Plow operations require room. Stay back and do not crowd the plow.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Driving in Winter Weather > The Basics, snowplow paragraph (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  6. Your gasoline car is safely stopped outdoors in snow. Before running the engine briefly for warmth, what should you check?

    Correct answer: That snow is not blocking the exhaust pipe

    A blocked exhaust can expose occupants to carbon monoxide; run the engine only intermittently, not continuously.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Driving in Winter Weather > What to Do in an Emergency (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  7. Your car is safely off the traveled road during a winter breakdown. There is no fire or other immediate danger, and help has been contacted. What is generally the safer choice?

    Correct answer: Stay with the car and avoid overexertion

    The winter guidance favors staying with the vehicle and conserving effort; immediate hazards would require a different assessment.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Driving in Winter Weather > What to Do in an Emergency (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  8. Your car has properly functioning ABS and you need to brake firmly on a slippery surface. How should you use the brake pedal?

    Correct answer: Apply firm, continuous pressure

    ABS manages wheel lockup; firm continuous pedal pressure is the stated technique.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Changes You May Notice > Safety Technologies (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  9. A thick replacement floor mat can slide near the pedals. What should you do before driving?

    Correct answer: Install a correctly fitting mat using its specified retainers

    Loose or incorrectly fitted mats can interfere with the accelerator or brake.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Changes You May Notice > Floor Mats (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  10. Before a snowy trip, what preparation best supports a clear windshield?

    Correct answer: Working wipers and defrosters with winter washer fluid

    Winter conditions can consume washer fluid quickly and demand effective wiping and defrosting.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Preparing Your Vehicle > Windshield Wipers (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  11. You normally make a trip comfortably within your electric car's range. What should you allow for in cold weather?

    Correct answer: Reduced range and additional charging needs

    Cold weather can reduce an electric vehicle's driving range. Plan charge and route accordingly.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Changes You May Notice > Batteries; Before You Go > Gas Up or Plug It In (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  12. Which kit is most useful if a winter trip is unexpectedly delayed?

    Correct answer: Blankets, water, food, a charged phone and a charger

    The recommended supplies address warmth, communication and basic needs during a delay.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Before You Go > Stock Your Vehicle (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  13. Where should you find the recommended cold tire pressure for your particular car?

    Correct answer: The vehicle's tire-information label or owner's manual

    Use the vehicle manufacturer's specification, which may differ from the tire's maximum marking.

    Source: NHTSA, TireWise > Maintenance > Tire Pressure; Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure, step 1 (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  14. Your car's tire-pressure warning light is off. Does that replace regular checks with a gauge?

    Correct answer: No; the warning may appear only after significant underinflation

    TPMS is not a substitute for routine pressure maintenance.

    Source: NHTSA, TireWise > Maintenance > Tire Pressure; TPMS > If the TPMS symbol is on... (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  15. The tread surface is worn level with the tire's built-in treadwear bars. What does NHTSA advise?

    Correct answer: Replace the worn tires

    Treadwear bars indicate that replacement is due; TPMS is not a tread-depth monitor.

    Source: NHTSA, TireWise > Maintenance > Tire Tread (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  16. A seldom-driven car has old tires with substantial tread remaining. What should the owner understand?

    Correct answer: Age can still make the tires more prone to failure

    Tire materials change with time, storage and conditions, not just mileage.

    Source: NHTSA, TireWise > Aging > What is tire aging?; Am I at risk?; Should I replace my tires? (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  17. A car develops persistent tire vibration and repeatedly loses pressure. What is the appropriate next step?

    Correct answer: Have a tire-service professional inspect it

    Changes in performance, pressure loss and vibration warrant professional attention.

    Source: NHTSA, TireWise > Aging > Should I replace my tires?, performance-issues bullet (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  18. A tire suddenly loses air while you are driving, with no immediate obstacle requiring a collision-avoidance maneuver. What is the initial control priority?

    Correct answer: Hold the wheel with both hands and avoid abrupt inputs

    NHTSA emphasizes balance and control, gradual accelerator release and necessary steering correction.

    Source: NHTSA, TireWise > Maintenance > Tire Blowouts > What should I do... (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  19. You have regained control after a tire blowout. What comes next?

    Correct answer: Continue slowing and pull off where it is safe

    After stabilization, slow further and leave the roadway when and where safe.

    Source: NHTSA, TireWise > Maintenance > Tire Blowouts, final action bullet (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  20. Your car has different-size front and rear tires. How should you decide whether and how to rotate them?

    Correct answer: Follow the vehicle manufacturer's instructions

    Some vehicles cannot use ordinary rotation patterns; the owner's manual controls the recommendation.

    Source: NHTSA, TireWise > Maintenance > Tire Rotation (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  21. You plan a long morning drive after a very short night's sleep. What is the safer preparation?

    Correct answer: Delay driving until adequately rested

    Adequate sleep is the primary protection against drowsy driving.

    Source: NHTSA, Drowsy Driving > Tips to Drive Alert > How To Avoid Driving Drowsy, items 1–3 (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  22. During a monotonous drive you drift over a line and hit a rumble strip while fighting sleep. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Find a safe place to stop and rest

    Lane drift can signal drowsiness. Do not continue relying on a brief alerting sensation.

    Source: NHTSA, Drowsy Driving > How To Avoid Driving Drowsy, item 7; Short-Term Interventions (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  23. A sleep-deprived driver feels more alert after coffee. What should the driver remember?

    Correct answer: Brief microsleeps may still occur

    Caffeine alone may not prevent dangerous sleep episodes or restore adequate alertness.

    Source: NHTSA, Drowsy Driving > Tips to Drive Alert > Short-Term Interventions, item 1 (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  24. Can drowsiness create a crash risk during an afternoon drive?

    Correct answer: Yes; sleepiness can cause crashes at any time

    Drowsiness is not confined to darkness; late afternoon is among the common risk periods.

    Source: NHTSA, Drowsy Driving > Crashes and Fatalities, introductory sentence and first factor (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  25. A car is equipped with forward-collision warning but no automatic emergency braking. What should the driver expect from that feature?

    Correct answer: An alert, not automatic braking to avoid the crash

    A warning-only system depends on the driver's response.

    Source: NHTSA, Driver Assistance Technologies > Technologies Explained > Collision Warning > Forward Collision Warning (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  26. While reversing out of a parking space, what hazard is rear cross-traffic warning designed to alert you to?

    Correct answer: Crossing traffic approaching behind the car

    The system provides a warning about potential crossing conflicts during reversing, not guaranteed collision prevention.

    Source: NHTSA, Driver Assistance Technologies > Technologies Explained > Rear Cross Traffic Warning (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  27. A car's Level 2 driver-assistance system is controlling speed and helping steer. What remains the driver's job?

    Correct answer: Stay engaged, attentive and responsible for driving

    Level 2 assistance does not remove the driver's continuous monitoring and responsibility.

    Source: NHTSA, Driver Assistance Technologies > Tech Overview > Level 2 Additional Assistance > You Drive, You Monitor (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  28. You borrow a car whose driver-assistance features have unfamiliar names. What is the best source for learning their operation?

    Correct answer: That car's owner's manual

    Names and functions vary; the vehicle's own instructions explain its features.

    Source: NHTSA, Driver Assistance Technologies > Technology Saves Lives, paragraphs on names and owner's manual (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  29. Your car's blind-spot warning alerts as you prepare to change lanes. What is the alert intended to tell you?

    Correct answer: A vehicle may occupy the adjacent blind-spot area

    The feature warns about nearby vehicles the driver might not see; it is not clearance or priority.

    Source: NHTSA, Driver Assistance Technologies > Technologies Explained > Collision Warning > Blind Spot Warning (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  30. Why should you be especially watchful for pedestrians at night or in bad weather?

    Correct answer: They can be harder to see and appear suddenly

    Reduced visibility makes active observation especially important.

    Source: NHTSA, Pedestrian Safety > Know the Basics > 8 Safety Tips for Drivers, items 2–3 (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  31. Another car is stopped at a crosswalk, blocking your view across it. What danger should you anticipate?

    Correct answer: A pedestrian may be hidden in front of that car

    A stopped vehicle can conceal a crossing pedestrian from the next driver.

    Source: NHTSA, Pedestrian Safety > 8 Safety Tips for Drivers, item 6; Common Crash Types > Multiple Threat (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  32. Children have been playing near your driveway. What should you do before backing the car out?

    Correct answer: Walk around and check the area, even with a backup camera

    Cameras and warning devices do not replace checking around the car for children.

    Source: NHTSA, Child Safety > Backover > Prevention Tips, walk-around and detection-device bullets (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  33. You checked behind the car before getting in. As you reverse slowly, what should you continue doing?

    Correct answer: Look behind and check mirrors for people entering the path

    Children can move unpredictably after an initial check.

    Source: NHTSA, Child Safety > Backover > Prevention Tips, look-behind and active-mirror bullets (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  34. Your car is alongside a large truck, and you cannot see the driver's face in its mirror. What is the safe assumption?

    Correct answer: The driver may not see your car; avoid lingering there

    Large trucks have substantial blind spots; do not count on being seen.

    Source: FMCSA, Tips for Passenger Vehicle Drivers, updated May 12, 2026 > 1. Avoid Blind Spots (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  35. A large truck signals right but initially moves left to make room. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Give it space and wait for the turn to finish

    Large vehicles may need extra turning room; entering the inside gap creates a conflict.

    Source: FMCSA, Tips for Passenger Vehicle Drivers, updated May 12, 2026 > 3. Anticipate Wide Turns (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  36. Why leave room when stopped behind a truck on an uphill slope?

    Correct answer: It may roll backward as it starts

    A space cushion accounts for possible rollback by the large vehicle.

    Source: FMCSA, Tips for Passenger Vehicle Drivers, updated May 12, 2026 > 4. Stay Back (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  37. After a safe pass, why should you leave extra space before merging ahead of a large truck?

    Correct answer: The truck needs substantial room to stop

    Do not consume a large vehicle's stopping space by cutting in closely.

    Source: FMCSA, Tips for Passenger Vehicle Drivers, updated May 12, 2026 > 2. Be Aware of Long Stopping Distances; 5. Merge and Pass Safely (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  38. Which headlight setting generally improves your view in fog?

    Correct answer: Low beams

    High beams reflect glare back from fog; low beams are the recommended setting.

    Source: National Weather Service, Driving in Fog > Driving in Fog, low-beam and high-beam bullets (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  39. Fog ahead is nearly opaque, and you can safely enter a nearby parking lot. What is the safer action?

    Correct answer: Use flashers and enter the safe lot to stop

    The NWS recommends a safe off-road stopping location when visibility is near zero.

    Source: National Weather Service, Driving in Fog > Driving in Fog, extremely dense fog bullet (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  40. Before a long unfamiliar trip, what is useful even if you plan to use GPS?

    Correct answer: Review the route and planned stops before leaving

    Advance route familiarity and planned stops reduce last-minute demands on the driver.

    Source: NHTSA, Winter Weather Driving Tips > Before You Go > Plan Your Route, second paragraph (HTML practical guidance; reviewed September 12, 2026) ↗

  41. Before a long, steep descent, which approach can help control speed without relying entirely on the service brakes?

    Correct answer: Select a suitable lower gear using the vehicle instructions

    Gravity increases downhill speed. A suitable lower gear can assist speed control; choose it in accordance with the vehicle instructions.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Gravity; PDF page 149, printed page 138; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  42. How should a driver account for a vehicle with a high center of gravity on a sharp bend?

    Correct answer: Use extra care because rollover risk is greater

    A higher center of gravity reduces stability. Avoid entering a bend too fast or making abrupt steering changes.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Gravity; PDF page 149, printed page 138; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  43. A tight curve is ahead. Why is reducing speed before the curve important?

    Correct answer: Excess speed can carry the car beyond its intended path

    A vehicle resists a change in direction. Excessive curve-entry speed can exceed available grip and send it off its intended path.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Kinetic energy and traction; PDF page 150, printed page 139; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  44. Your car travels some distance before you recognize a fallen box as a hazard. What part of stopping distance is that?

    Correct answer: Perception distance

    Perception distance is traveled while recognizing the hazard, before the physical braking response begins.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Stopping distance; PDF page 151, printed page 140; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  45. After recognizing a stopped queue, you move your foot from the accelerator to the brake. What is the distance traveled during that movement called?

    Correct answer: Reaction distance

    Reaction distance is traveled while making the response, such as moving a foot to the brake pedal.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Stopping distance; PDF page 151, printed page 140; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  46. A brochure lists the distance a car travels after its brakes are applied. Is that the whole distance needed to stop after an unexpected hazard appears?

    Correct answer: No; recognizing and reacting also take distance

    Total stopping distance includes perception, reaction and braking distance. A braking-only figure omits the first two parts.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Stopping distance; PDF page 151, printed page 140; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  47. On the same road, why does increasing speed call for more stopping room?

    Correct answer: More motion must be brought under control

    Greater speed increases the energy and momentum that must be managed when slowing or stopping.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Kinetic energy and momentum; PDF page 149, printed page 138; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  48. A car stops sharply, but an unrestrained passenger continues moving forward. What explains this?

    Correct answer: The passenger tends to remain in motion

    Inertia means a moving occupant tends to keep moving when the vehicle slows. Restraints help manage that motion.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Inertia; PDF page 149, printed page 138; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  49. Why may parts of a vehicle be designed to collapse in a collision?

    Correct answer: To absorb some of the collision energy

    Designed crush areas can absorb energy. They supplement, rather than replace, safe driving and occupant restraints.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Vehicle features that absorb energy; PDF page 152, printed page 141; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  50. For an adult using the available lap-and-shoulder belt, where should the lap portion fit?

    Correct answer: Snugly across the hips or upper thighs

    Position the lap portion low and snug across the hips or upper thighs, with the shoulder portion across the shoulder and chest.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 6, Proper safety-belt use; PDF page 152, printed page 141; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  51. Your engine stalls while the car is moving. The roadway ahead offers a safe place to pull off. What is the priority?

    Correct answer: Maintain control and steer to the safe stopping place

    Use the flashers, maintain steering and braking control, and stop safely before troubleshooting or calling for assistance.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Engine failure when driving; PDF page 157, printed page 146; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  52. Steering suddenly becomes much heavier after power assistance fails. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Hold the wheel firmly and steer to a safe stop

    More effort may be needed to steer without assistance. Keep a firm grip and move off the roadway safely.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Power steering failure; PDF page 158, printed page 147; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  53. Your accelerator sticks and the engine continues driving the car. What transmission action helps disconnect engine power from the wheels?

    Correct answer: Shift into Neutral while maintaining vehicle control

    Shift to Neutral, apply the brakes and use a safe escape path to stop. Turn off the engine after stopping.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Stuck accelerator pedal; PDF page 158, printed page 147; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  54. You stopped safely after an accelerator malfunction. The pedal now appears to move normally. What should happen before driving again?

    Correct answer: Have the cause corrected before returning to the road

    An intermittent improvement does not establish that the fault is repaired. Do not resume driving until the problem is corrected.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Stuck accelerator pedal; PDF page 158, printed page 147; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  55. The hood suddenly flies up and blocks much of your windshield. What should you try to do?

    Correct answer: Use any remaining view to reach a safe stopping place

    Use the available sight area to guide the car off the road safely. Secure the hood before continuing, or get assistance.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Loss of forward vision; PDF page 158, printed page 147; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  56. Your headlights fail on an unlit road. What is the goal of checking another available lighting setting?

    Correct answer: To help you reach a safe off-road stop

    Reduce speed, try the other available lights and stop safely for help. Emergency use of available light does not authorize ordinary night driving on parking lights alone.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Headlight failure at night; PDF page 159, printed page 148; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  57. In a car with conventional hydraulic brakes, the pedal drops to the floor and braking is lost. Which action may help restore pressure while you seek a safe escape?

    Correct answer: Pump the pedal promptly

    Pumping may restore hydraulic pressure after this kind of failure. This is not the technique for a firm emergency stop with normally functioning ABS.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Brake failure; PDF page 159, printed page 148; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  58. After prolonged braking, the brakes are hot and less effective. A safe stopping area is available. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stop safely and allow the brakes to cool

    Overheated brakes can fade. Stop in a safe place rather than continue demanding more braking; obtain help if effectiveness does not return.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Brake fade; PDF page 159, printed page 148; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  59. After an unavoidable shallow puddle, your brakes feel wet. On a clear, safe area at low speed, what check is appropriate?

    Correct answer: Apply and release gently, then verify braking response

    Careful low-speed applications can help dry wet brakes. Verify normal response before continuing; this is not advice to enter floodwater.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Wet brakes; PDF page 160, printed page 149; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  60. A power line falls onto your car. There is no fire or other immediate need to escape. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stay inside, call for help and await safe-exit instructions

    Stay in the vehicle and seek emergency assistance. Do not exit into a potentially energized area until told it is safe.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Downed power lines; PDF page 160, printed page 149; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  61. A fallen power line lies across your intended path. It is not visibly sparking. What is the safer response?

    Correct answer: Keep clear and find another route

    The absence of sparks does not establish safety. Do not drive under or over the downed line.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Downed power lines; PDF page 160, printed page 149; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  62. A fire develops in the engine compartment. After reaching a safe stop and switching off the engine, what comes next?

    Correct answer: Get everyone away from the vehicle and call 911

    Evacuate occupants promptly, move well away from the vehicle and traffic, and call 911. Do not delay for possessions.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Vehicle fires; PDF page 161, printed page 150; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  63. Two wheels leave the pavement for a lower shoulder. No immediate obstacle requires an evasive turn. What is the initial control priority?

    Correct answer: Grip the wheel and ease off the accelerator

    Stabilize the car and reduce speed. An abrupt return can produce overcorrection and loss of control.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Off-road recovery; PDF page 161, printed page 150; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  64. Your car is stable at reduced speed along the shoulder after leaving the pavement. How should you return?

    Correct answer: Check for a safe gap, signal and steer back gradually

    Choose a safe opening and make a controlled return, then center the vehicle in its lane.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Off-road recovery; PDF page 161, printed page 150; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  65. In a car without ABS, what is the goal when braking firmly for a controlled stop?

    Correct answer: Use strong pressure without locking the wheels

    Apply enough pressure to slow rapidly while allowing the wheels to keep rolling and preserving control.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Controlled braking for non-ABS; PDF page 162, printed page 151; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  66. During braking in a non-ABS car, the wheels lock. What adjustment helps regain control?

    Correct answer: Ease pressure enough to restore rolling, then reapply

    Slightly release the pedal if lockup occurs, then apply controlled braking again. This differs from normal ABS operation.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Controlled braking for non-ABS; PDF page 162, printed page 151; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  67. Hard acceleration makes the tires lose grip and the car begin to skid. What should you do with the accelerator?

    Correct answer: Ease off to remove the excessive power demand

    Reduce accelerator input and steer under control toward the intended path rather than continuing to spin the tires.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Skid recovery for too much power; PDF page 162, printed page 151; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  68. During a firm stop with functioning ABS, the pedal pulses rapidly. There is no failure warning. What does this commonly indicate?

    Correct answer: The ABS is modulating braking pressure

    Rapid pedal vibration can be normal ABS feedback. Maintain the appropriate firm braking pressure rather than pumping a functioning system.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 7, Anti-lock brake system; PDF page 162, printed page 151; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  69. Road spray has coated the headlights and windows before a night journey. What preparation helps visibility?

    Correct answer: Clean the lights and glass before leaving

    Clean glass and lamps support seeing and being seen. Dirt should not be compensated for by faster or closer driving.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Prepare to drive safely at night; PDF page 167, printed page 156; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  70. The front daytime running lights are on as darkness falls. Can you assume the taillights are also on?

    Correct answer: No; select and verify the required driving lights

    Daytime running lights may not activate the taillights. Check the lighting mode rather than assume front lights mean full night lighting.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Night-driving considerations; PDF page 167, printed page 156; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  71. An oncoming car keeps its high beams on. Where should you direct your attention to help maintain your path?

    Correct answer: Use the right road edge as a guide while checking ahead

    Avoid staring into the glare. Use the right edge to help orient yourself while maintaining frequent checks ahead.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Meeting other traffic; continued on physical page 168; PDF page 167, printed page 156; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  72. You are driving behind another car at night. Besides its taillights, what should your visual search include?

    Correct answer: Objects, movement and other hazards ahead

    A lead vehicle does not replace your own hazard search. Watch for objects, warning lights and movement along your path.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Following traffic at night; PDF page 167, printed page 156; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  73. Low sunlight makes a morning approach hard to see. Which preparation can help?

    Correct answer: Use a clean windshield and an appropriately positioned visor

    Clean glass, a visor and suitable sunglasses can reduce glare. Adjust driving to the visibility actually available.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Dawn and dusk; PDF page 168, printed page 157; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  74. Rain begins after a dry spell. Why can the road be especially slippery at first?

    Correct answer: Water mixes with oil and debris on the surface

    The initial rain can mix with surface deposits and reduce grip before they wash away.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Rain and reduced traction; PDF page 168, printed page 157; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  75. Standing water is collecting on a wet roadway. Which choice reduces the risk of hydroplaning?

    Correct answer: Reduce speed before reaching the wet area

    Higher speed increases hydroplaning risk. Reduce speed and avoid abrupt changes; flooded roads require another route.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Rain and hydroplaning; PDF page 168, printed page 157; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  76. A driver wants to reduce wet-road loss of grip. Which tire preparation matters?

    Correct answer: Maintain adequate tread and correct inflation

    Worn tread and improper inflation contribute to hydroplaning. Maintain the vehicle-specified pressure and sound tire condition.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Reduce the chance of hydroplaning; PDF page 168, printed page 157; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  77. Heavy rain makes it difficult to see your path, but a safe off-road stopping area is available. What is the safer choice?

    Correct answer: Leave the traffic stream safely and wait there

    Do not rely on another vehicle to choose your path through lost visibility. Reach a safe off-road place to stop.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Rain and reduced visibility; PDF page 168, printed page 157; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  78. A barricade closes a flooded road, but a gap beside it looks wide enough for your car. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Keep out and use a safe alternative route

    Do not go around high-water barriers. Their presence warns against entering the flooded roadway.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Avoid deep water; PDF page 169, printed page 158; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  79. Floodwater covers a road you know well. Why is familiarity with its usual depth and shape not enough to cross safely?

    Correct answer: The road may have washed away beneath the water

    Water can hide a collapsed roadbed as well as dangerous depth and current. Stay out of the flooded section.

    Source: NWS, Flood safety: barriers and concealed road collapse; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  80. You will need to slow and turn on a wet road. How should you prepare?

    Correct answer: Plan early, warn others and make smooth changes

    Reduced grip calls for early planning, clear communication and gradual speed or direction changes.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Driving techniques to minimize risk in rain; PDF page 169, printed page 158; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  81. During a freeze, a bridge ahead may be icy even when the approach looks clear. How should you treat it?

    Correct answer: Expect reduced traction before entering

    Bridges and overpasses can freeze sooner than adjacent roadway. Approach with caution and controlled inputs.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Areas of less traction; PDF page 170, printed page 159; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  82. A road looks wet and shiny in freezing conditions. What possibility should you consider?

    Correct answer: A thin, hard-to-see layer of ice may be present

    A thin clear film of ice can resemble a wet surface. Appearance alone does not establish available grip.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Black ice; PDF page 170, printed page 159; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  83. Snowmelt crossed the road during the day, and the temperature is now falling below freezing. What should you anticipate?

    Correct answer: Refrozen patches and an uneven icy surface

    Meltwater and softened slush may refreeze. Adjust to the possibility of fresh ice instead of relying on earlier road conditions.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Melting ice and frozen slush; PDF page 170, printed page 159; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  84. Most of a winter road is sunny, but a bend stays deeply shaded. What is the safer assumption?

    Correct answer: The shaded area may still have reduced traction

    Shaded areas are among the locations that can retain slippery conditions. Approach without abrupt braking or steering.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Areas of less traction; PDF page 170, printed page 159; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  85. Your car is safely stopped and stuck in snow away from moving traffic. Which material can help provide tire traction?

    Correct answer: Sand or suitable gritty material

    Sand, gravel or similar traction material can help the tires grip. Use vehicle-specific recovery instructions and keep people clear.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, If you become stuck in snow; PDF page 171, printed page 160; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  86. While trying to free a stuck car, the tires spin rapidly without moving it. What should you change?

    Correct answer: Stop the hard wheelspin and use gentle input

    Avoid spinning the wheels. Use gentle control and follow the vehicle instructions; seek assistance if needed.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, If you become stuck in snow; PDF page 171, printed page 160; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  87. Besides hiding the road ahead, what other condition can fog create?

    Correct answer: Moisture that makes the roadway wet

    Fog can wet the surface as well as reduce visibility. Account for both sight distance and grip.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Fog and smog: driving techniques; PDF page 171, printed page 160; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  88. Visibility is limited by fog and the vehicle ahead is traveling safely. What is the better approach?

    Correct answer: Avoid unnecessary passing and leave more room

    Limited visibility makes optional passing and lane changes less safe. Keep space and be ready for unexpected stops.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Fog and smog: continued techniques; PDF page 172, printed page 161; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  89. A layer of wet leaves covers a curve. How should you treat the surface?

    Correct answer: As potentially very slippery

    Wet leaves can greatly reduce traction. Slow before the affected area and avoid sudden inputs.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Leaves on road surface; PDF page 172, printed page 161; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  90. Your paved route changes to loose gravel. What adjustment is appropriate?

    Correct answer: Reduce speed to account for less traction

    Loose gravel can reduce tire grip. Use a lower, controlled speed appropriate to the surface.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Gravel roadways; PDF page 172, printed page 161; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  91. Leaf piles line a residential road. Beyond the possible slippery surface, what should you watch for?

    Correct answer: Children playing in or near the piles

    Children may be hidden by or playing around roadside leaf piles. Watch for movement and allow room to respond.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Leaves on road surface; PDF page 172, printed page 161; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  92. You leave a sheltered stretch for an exposed overpass during gusty weather. What should you anticipate?

    Correct answer: Wind may make lane control more difficult

    Exposed areas can subject the vehicle to stronger wind. Maintain controlled steering and a suitable speed.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, High wind areas; PDF page 172, printed page 161; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  93. Hail intensifies, and you can safely enter a nearby covered parking facility. What is the better option?

    Correct answer: Slow and enter the safe parking facility

    A safe off-road covered location can provide protection. Do not obstruct traffic or create a new hazard while seeking shelter.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Hail; PDF page 172, printed page 161; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  94. A work zone has no equipment moving in your lane right now. What should you still anticipate?

    Correct answer: Workers or construction vehicles entering the roadway

    Follow the adjusted speed controls and remain alert for workers and vehicles entering your path.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, Unit 8, Construction areas; PDF page 172, printed page 161; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  95. At a roundabout entry, vehicles are circulating across your intended path. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Wait for a safe gap before entering

    Entering traffic yields to circulating traffic. Select a safe gap rather than force other drivers to create one.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, ODOT insert, Always yield to all circulating traffic; PDF page 145, printed page 134; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  96. At a two-lane roundabout, the nearer circulating lane looks empty but a vehicle is approaching in the inner lane. What must you consider?

    Correct answer: All circulating traffic from the left, including that car

    Do not treat the empty outer lane as permission to enter across an approaching vehicle's path. Check all circulating traffic.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, ODOT insert, Always yield to all circulating traffic; PDF page 145, printed page 134; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  97. You are approaching a multi-lane roundabout. When should you use its signs and markings to choose the lane for your exit?

    Correct answer: Before entering the roundabout

    Choose the appropriate lane on the approach and follow the markings through the roundabout.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, ODOT insert, Choose your lane before entering; PDF page 146, printed page 135; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  98. Inside a roundabout, your lane markings direct you to exit, but you wanted a later exit. What is the safer response?

    Correct answer: Follow the permitted exit and find another route

    Do not make an abrupt lane change or disregard the assigned path to recover a missed route. Leave as directed and reroute safely.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, ODOT insert, Choose your lane before entering; PDF page 146, printed page 135; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  99. As you leave a roundabout, a pedestrian is using the exit crosswalk across your path. What must you do?

    Correct answer: Yield before driving across the pedestrian's path

    Roundabout use does not remove the duty to yield to people in its crosswalks. Check the exit crossing.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, ODOT insert, Crosswalk yielding; PDF page 145, printed page 134; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

  100. You are circulating with a clear path ahead. A car waits at the next entry. Should you stop inside the roundabout simply to invite it in?

    Correct answer: No; continue predictably while watching for hazards

    Do not stop unnecessarily in the circulating roadway to give away priority. Actual hazards, crosswalk duties and traffic controls still require an appropriate response.

    Source: Ohio Driver Training Curriculum, ODOT insert, Circulating traffic priority; PDF page 145, printed page 134; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗

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