★ When Driving in Rain, Fog or Smoke, Snow -Traffic School, TLSAE Test Answers

Immediately after it has started to rain, dust particles and oil residue float on the water and drastically _______ the traction of tires.
➜ Immediately after the rain and dust particles and oils residue float on the water and drastically _______ the traction of tires.
A.) improves
B.) have no affect on
C.) reduces
D.) none of the above

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reduces

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If fog or smoke becomes so thick that you cannot see well enough to keep driving, __________
A.) turn on your high beams and emergency flashers.
B.) slow your speed to at least 20 mph under the posted speed limit.
C.) pull all the way off the pavement and stop then, turn on your emergency flashers.
D.) none of the above

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pull all the way off the pavement and stop then, turn on your emergency flashers.

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When driving in the rain, fog or smoke in the daytime, and your visibility is reduced to 1000 feet or less, you must:
A.) Turn on your lower beam (dim) headlights
B.) Turn on your upper beam (bright) headlights
C.) Turn on your parking lights
D.) Avoid using any light at all

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Turn on your lower beam (dim) headlights

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You must turn on your __________
A.) low beam (dim) headlights from one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise.
B.) low beam (dim) headlights when driving between sunset and sunrise and during any rain, smoke, or fog.
C.) parking lights when driving during twilight or in rain, smoke, or fog.
D.) none of the above

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low beam (dim) headlights when driving between sunset and sunrise and during any rain, smoke, or fog.

Explanation: You must turn on your low beam (dim) headlights when driving between sunset and sunrise, including the twilight hours between sunset and sunrise or between full night and sunrise. You must also use these lights during any rain, smoke or fog. Parking lights do not meet requirements of this law.

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Slow down and plan for at least __________ times the normal stopping distance if it begins to rain while you are driving.
A.) two
B.) three
C.) four
D.) five

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two

Explanation: The first few drops of rain mean danger. Roads are most slippery just after the rain begins because oil dropped from cars has not been washed away. Slow down and plan for at least two times the normal stopping distance.
In a heavy rain, your tires can ride on a thin film of water, like skis. This is called hydroplaning. When your tires are not touching the road, you can easily lose control and skid.
Keep your tires on the road by slowing down when it rains, and by having tires with the right air pressure and good tread.
Brakes often become wet after driving through deep water or driving in heavy rain. They may pull to one side or the other, or they may not hold at all. If this happens, slow down and gently push on the brake pedal until your brakes are working again.

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What should you do at the first sign of rain?
A.) Reduce your speed
B.) Use your cruise control.
C.) Decrease your following distance.
D.) Come to a complete stop

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Reduce your speed.

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When driving in fog or snow, __________
A.) use your high beams.
B.) use your low beams.
C.) drive at the posted speed limit.

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use your low beams.

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When driving on snow covered roads, you should reduce your vehicle's speed by 1/2 to reduce the risk of collision.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

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Fog reduces your ability to judge distance.
A.) A. TRUE
B.) B. FALSE

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TRUE

Explanation: Do not use high-beams it can really reduce your clarity and fog makes it very hard to judge speed. Review your speedometer to make sure you have reduced down. Increase your following distance and be ready to stop within the range, of not being capable to see ahead, back, or on both sides of your vehicle.

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True or False: When driving in a fog or snow, you should use your high beams.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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FALSE
Explanation: When driving in a fog or snow, you should use your low beam headlight.

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Using your high-beam highlights in fog will help you see further ahead.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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FALSE
Explanation: Page 30

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If you must drive in fog or smoke, __________
A.) turn on your high beam headlights.
B.) do not use windshield wipers.
C.) be ready for a fast stop.
D.) all of the above

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be ready for a fast stop.

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If you are unable to see well enough to drive safely due to smoke and fog, pull all the way off the pavement and stop and turn on your emergency flashers to indicate that you have stopped.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

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Slow down and use extreme caution when it first starts raining as roads are most slippery as the rain initially mixes with oil and dirt on the roadway
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

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Greater stopping distance is needed when driving in the rain.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

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Additional time should be allowed for poor visibility and weather conditions such as fog and rain.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

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If you get a headache or dizziness while sitting in a car with the engine running, you could be suffering from ___________
A.) carbon monoxide poisoning.
B.) smog sickness.
C.) a hangover.

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smog sickness.

Explanation: Be on alert for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when poisonous gases are inhaled and are picked up quickly by the red blood cells at a higher rate than oxygen, blocking oxygen from getting into the body. The result can damage body tissues and cause death. Symptoms include: headache, dizziness, confusion, flu-like effects, chest pain, nausea and loss of consciousness. Because the gas is odorless, colorless, and tasteless, it can be difficult to detect.

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Rain or fog. It's raining or foggy, and the visibility is less than 200 feet. how fast should you drive?
ANSWER: slow down and drive at speeds safe to improve driving visibility in the rain or fog.