One train passes and begins to clear your view. Why should you keep checking the crossing instead of following it immediately?
Correct answer: Another train may be approaching on a different track.
A first train can hide another train. Wait for the warning devices to permit movement and verify that every track is clear.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 63, physical PDF page 71: Railroad Crossings — second train. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Rain, poor visibility and a curve make the posted speed unsafe. What should you do?
Correct answer: Reduce speed for the actual conditions, even below the posted limit.
Posted limits are intended for ideal conditions. The manual calls for lower speeds for curves, poor weather, limited visibility and other hazards.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 21, physical PDF page 29: The Basic Rule Law. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Why should you avoid lingering alongside a tractor-trailer while passing?
Correct answer: You may remain in the other driver’s blind spot and limit space to avoid a conflict.
A car lingering beside a truck can remain in its blind spot and restrict the truck driver’s ability to evade a hazard. Complete a permitted pass safely rather than remaining alongside.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 53, physical PDF page 61: Large Vehicles — unsafe passing. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Rain reduces traction and visibility. How should you adjust the space behind the vehicle ahead?
Correct answer: Increase the following gap and reduce speed as needed.
Poor conditions call for more time and space to respond. The question does not impose a single fixed interval for every condition.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 27, physical PDF page 35: Following Distance — wet roads. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
A vehicle is following your car much too closely. What is the safer response?
Correct answer: Allow it to pass when you can do so safely instead of braking to punish the driver.
Move right when a lane is available, or gradually reduce speed. Never brake sharply to punish a tailgater.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 29, physical PDF page 37: Space Cushion Behind. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Why can the first part of a rainstorm make a road especially slippery?
Correct answer: Water mixes with accumulated oil and dirt on the surface.
Accumulated surface material can become especially slick when rain first arrives. Slow down and avoid sudden inputs.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 77, physical PDF page 85: Rain — oil and dirt. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An Oregon alley has no sign setting a different speed. What is the statutory speed limit listed in the manual?
Correct answer: 15 mph.
The manual lists 15 mph for alleys unless a different limit is posted. Actual conditions may require a lower speed.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 19, physical PDF page 27: Speed Limits — 15 Miles Per Hour. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An ordinary residential district is not a narrow residential roadway and has no different posted speed. What limit does Oregon's manual list?
Correct answer: 25 mph.
The ordinary residential-district limit is 25 mph unless posted otherwise. Narrow residential roadways and other specified areas have different limits.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 19, physical PDF page 27: Speed Limits — 25 Miles Per Hour. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
