Driving Academy of Northwest Arkansas Practice Test

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• Who is considered the primary owner of every license?
• What is the purpose of setting your parking brake when you park?
• Is the right-of-way given or taken?
• Which types of vehicles typically have turn signals that do not automatically cancel?
• What should you do first if the 'Aladdin's lamp' light is still on?
• What is the recommended action if your vehicle falls or is swept into water?
• What should a driver check every time before moving the car?
• What acronym is used to help manage tiredness while driving?
• What does a stop sign inform you about?
• Unrestrained vehicle occupants are ejected in a collision ___% of the time.
• When is it appropriate to enter an intersection?
• What should you do when driving in adverse weather conditions?
• What do yellow lines on the road signify?
• What are we not free to choose regarding our actions?
• What should drivers expect from others in terms of yielding the right-of-way?
• What should you do after shifting to neutral during engine failure?
• What is a recommended step if your engine overheats?
• What conditions require you to add an additional second to your following distance?
• In which of the following situations should you use "fixed-hand" steering?
• What is important to cover when driving in adverse conditions?
• Among the five adjustments needed in the car, which one is essential for safety?
• How does a two-second glance down affect your chance of being in a collision?
• What is the final step when handling engine failure?
• When encountering water on the road, what type of water should you never drive through?
• What should you do if someone is trying to merge onto the interstate?
• Which statement is true regarding improving visibility while driving at night?
• When is it essential to adjust your speed according to the distance you can see?
• When a vehicle's speed is doubled, what happens to the energy of a collision?
• What is a crucial step to take after experiencing an unintended acceleration?
• In the event of a car fire, what should you avoid doing?
• What is one factor included in road/weather conditions?
• A _______________ in the type of child seat is a __________ in child safety.
• What could be a consequence of driving so close to another vehicle that you can’t see ahead?
• What does ground viewing involve while driving?
• Space in driving is often referred to as what?
• What are the top two excuses given to officers after a collision?
• What two types of insurance should be included to ensure coverage in a collision with uninsured drivers?
• How far before an exit should you be in the correct lane?
• Which is NOT one of the "Safety First" steps?
• What does the last clear chance doctrine imply about avoiding collisions?
• Before opening your car door, what should you always remember to do?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the 7 deadly drives?
• What should you look for if faced with brake failure?
• What can happen if you don't follow the advised speed on an exit ramp?
• What should you do when you experience hydroplaning?
• What is the primary role of a seatbelt during a collision?
• Which of the following is a recommended practice before driving?
• If you have power steering failure, what is the first thing you should do?
• What do stop signs indicate primarily?
• Which of the following is NOT a way to increase visibility while driving?
• Under what conditions should a driver switch to low-beam headlights?
• What is one of the purposes of traffic signs?
• What is the purpose of ground viewing?
• Before changing lanes in front of another vehicle, what should you see in your rearview mirror?
• Why is it important to adjust your speed and direction?
• Some drivers are legally required to wear what while driving?
• You are ___ times as likely to be seen when your ____________ are on.
• In an emergency, if there is no safe space available, what is usually the best crash site?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle is involved in an accident and they have no visible injuries?
• Which action is recommended when you notice debris on the road?
• Which of the following conditions does NOT warrant increasing your following distance?
• Never drive so fast or so close that you cannot __________ the necessary distance ahead.
• How many drivers are typically involved in collisions between two vehicles?
• 97% of all collisions were ___________ and ____________.
• At what distance must a driver switch to low beams when following another vehicle?
• What should you remember about visibility and assumptions while driving?
• Why is it important not to confuse other drivers when turning?
• What should you do to help other people see you while driving?
• During daylight driving, why is checking your mirrors crucial?
• What should be considered the appropriate action if you cannot see the pavement while changing lanes?
• What are the two most critical parts of a car to maintain for occupant safety?
• What does overdriving your headlights mean?
• When driving at night, what type of headlights should you use whenever it is legal?
• What might you need to do if your vehicle experiences power steering failure?
• What factor determines if a car will follow a driver's intended path?
• When a car is skidding or hydroplaning, what may not affect the car's direction?
• What is the first action to take when there is a car fire?
• When approaching an intersection, which order should you check the quadrants?
• Is slowing down to the yellow posted ramp speed by the time you reach the sign necessary?
• When road user "A" yields to road user "B", what does this indicate?
• Which is NOT a responsibility of drivers before moving their car?
• How many seconds should you ideally stay behind a vehicle when driving at high speeds (50-70+ mph)?
• What should you do if you find yourself in a truck sandwich?
• As a passenger, what should you do to help reduce risky driving?
• What is suggested to always have while driving in case of emergencies?
• What is considered the most dangerous speed on the interstate?
• In terms of driving safety, what should you do when approaching stopped vehicles?
• What is an essential practice when you are behind the wheel at night?
• If your tire blows out, what action should you avoid?
• What can potentially reduce our visibility while driving?
• Which two categories of drivers exhibit driving behaviors similar to those of drunk drivers?
• What is the purpose of the two-second glance down?
• What are the three documents that must be carried while driving?
• What does the acronym S.E.E stand for in the context of safe driving?
• In defensive driving, your action of moving your foot to brake relates to which other action?
• When is "push-pull" steering recommended?
• When questioned by an officer after a collision, how should you respond?
• What is the minimum visibility requirement for using low beam headlights if you cannot see objects?
• Right of way laws generally indicate who must yield the right of way. What phrase expresses this concept?
• Before entering a different road, which direction should you check first?
• What should you do when feeling tired while driving according to the SExC acronym?
• When parking uphill, how should you position your wheels?
• If in doubt, what should you do on the road?
• What must road user "A" potentially do for road user "B" when yielding?
• What is the appropriate action regarding the radiator cap if the engine overheats?
• On the entrance ramp of an interstate, what should you accelerate to?
• What type of sign is generally black and white?
• What is considered the most dangerous direction to move your vehicle?
• When engaging in the "Safety First" steps, what should you do after checking under the car?
• What distraction should you be wary of according to safe driving practices?
• Which of the following is NOT a step you should follow when changing lanes?
• If brake failure occurs, what is one method to slow down?
• What is considered one type of traffic control?
• What does adjusting your position on the road help with?
• What are the five adjustments a driver needs to make when first sitting in the car?
• What percentage of fatalities for teens in the U.S. in 2018 came from single car crashes?
• How far must an approaching vehicle be for a driver to switch from high-beams to low-beams?
• What is the first step you should take if you experience engine failure?
• What should you do first in an emergency situation if you have ABS brakes?
• According to the move it law, when should drivers remove their vehicle from the roadway?
• In which situation is it important to add a second or more to your following distance?
• What is the first phase of moving a vehicle?
• What is one strategy to minimize the risk of being rear-ended?
• How should you adjust your driving in heavy traffic situations?
• When driving by stopped or parked vehicles, what should you do with your foot?
• How many seconds should you stay behind a vehicle when driving between 35-45 mph in ideal conditions?
• What should you do instead of following another vehicle to reach an unknown destination?
• Which action is NOT recommended around a large truck?
• What should drivers do with their cell phones before moving their vehicle?
• If you cannot see an object, what should you assume?
• What does "K.I.M.M.A." stand for in the Driving Academy's five rules for driving?
• What should you do first if you experience tire failure?
• What percentage of vehicle occupants not using seatbelts are likely to be ejected during a crash?
• When dealing with a tailgater, what should you do to enhance safety?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four types of traffic controls?
• What does the move over law require drivers to do when approaching a stopped authorized vehicle?
• Always ________ then _______ where you want the car to go.
• What is the basic speed rule about driving?
• Why is it important to check that everybody is buckled before starting the vehicle?
• What should you do first if your car falls into water?
• What does the rule about "managing your space" refer to in driving?
• How many seconds should you stay behind a vehicle when driving up to 30 mph in ideal conditions?
• Before you move the car, you make a potentially life-altering decision: choosing to put on your __________.
• What should you do before changing lanes to ensure safety?
• What does "creep and crank" refer to in driving?
• Which three lights on the dashboard should turn on and off at the start of your car?
• What should you do if you notice your vehicle is on fire?
• If involved in a collision, what should you never admit to?
• Which term best describes driving as a conditional privilege rather than an absolute right?
• Before approaching train tracks that lack signals, what should you remember to do?
• The term "meat of a truck sandwich" refers to what situation?
• What safety feature should you always set when parking to prevent rolling away?
• What should an intelligent driver do when approaching a turn or curve?
• Collisions are most often attributed to driver error. What percentage of collisions are considered preventable?
• What is the first action a driver should take when slowing down?
• When driving, what aspect of your surroundings should you consistently monitor?
• When totally ejected, ____% are killed.
• What should drivers ensure is clear before proceeding?
• What should always be turned on after starting the engine unless the car has daytime running lights?
• According to safe driving practices, what should you do regarding speed?
• How can you identify plan B when driving?
• What does it indicate if the 'Aladdin's lamp' light comes on in your vehicle?
• What is the general assumption drivers should have about other drivers' yielding behavior?
• What is the first step to take when jump-starting a battery?
• Never enter a railroad crossing unless you are sure your what is clear?
• Under what circumstances are low beam headlights required by AR state law?
• What colors of signs have their exact placement or location hold significance?
• What is generally advised regarding acceleration when approaching a red light?
• When should you signal your turn when turning into a driveway just after an intersection?
• What is the definition of a collision?
• When dealing with engine failure, when is it safe to brake?
• Which steering technique is best for regular left and right turns?
• How should a driver approach a stop sign?
• During which period are special studded tires legal in Arkansas?
• Which action is crucial when you first notice an engine overheating?
• When should a driver ease off the accelerator during a tire failure?
• What does 'grip' refer to in road/weather conditions?
• When is it safe to decide to pass a car in front of you?
• What is a common reason for changing lanes to the left on the interstate?
• What is the recommended action if you feel drowsy while driving?
• What is the appropriate reason to honk your horn?
• Which two things can you adjust to avoid a collision?
• What should you do to your vehicle when securing it in case of a fire?
• What is the primary purpose of traffic laws?
• During unintended acceleration, what should a driver do after shifting to neutral?
• When experiencing engine overheating, what should you do with the air conditioning?
• What does it mean if something is legal but not wise?
• What information can be checked at NHTSA.gov using your vehicle's specific number?
• Which of the following is NOT a possible exit point of your vehicle?
• The term "Too fast" is associated with which of the following driving behaviors?
• Do not promote a child up to the next type of child seat until they exceed the maximum ______ or _______ of the current seat type.
• What is defined as anything on or beside the road that could be involved in a collision?
• What should you do if you're experiencing steering difficulties due to power steering failure?
• What is meant by "the wave of death" in driving?
• What is the first step if you experience unintended acceleration?
• What should you be searching for when approaching an intersection?
• What should you not do if a tire drives off the edge of the road?
• What is the second step you should take when using ABS brakes in an emergency?
• When searching aggressively while driving, what should you specifically look for?
• What is a common assumption when we get into a car?
• When passing trucks or large vehicles, which side should you avoid?
• In an emergency stop situation without ABS brakes, what should you avoid?
• The ________ the speed, the ________ the mess. Doubling the speed, ______ the g-forces of a collision.
• How many times the distance does it take to stop from 60 mph compared to stopping from 30 mph?
• On a multi-lane highway or interstate, which animal is suggested to emulate?
• Never ________ on any one thing.
• When must drivers switch from high-beam to low-beam headlights?
• How is driving best characterized in legal terms?
• What do white lines on the road indicate?
• When entering and exiting a vehicle parked parallel to a curb, what direction should you walk around the vehicle?
• When in reverse, where should your foot typically be?
• What is an important factor when driving by parked vehicles?
• When should you start braking when exiting the interstate?
• What is a key benefit of using a "blinker" while driving?
• What steering method is advisable for making U-turns?
• What percentage of driver error is involved in single car crashes for teens?
• What does saying 'I didn't see it' imply in a driving context?
• What is one safe driving tip when around a large truck?