State Driving Test (Michigan)

Traction loss that is difficult to identify quickly

Hydroplane

Most common following distance 55 mph or less

3 seconds

Rumble strips alert drivers of

Approaching hazard (or going off the road)

When being tailgated you need greater space in _____ of you

front

The best way to control consequences to avoid a collision is to

brake or accelerate quickly.

Aggressive drivers frequently

take risks.

When parallel parking when do you turn left?

When the front bumper clears the rear bumper.

The 4-Second Rule estimates

total stopping distance.

A thin layer of ice is called

black ice.

It takes _ seconds for your eyes to readjust from bright lights.

5

If you're tired, should you drive?

No.

Airbags are designed to be used with

seatbelts.

To pass a vehicle at 60 mph it takes __ seconds.

19

The advantage of the following at 3 seconds is

being able to see around the vehicle, being able to pass the vehicle, etc.

What type of turn takes the longest to complete?

Right turn

What should you do if your brakes fail?

Pump the brakes, and then apply the emergency brake.

What is the safest turnabout?

Backing into a driveway on the right.

Head restraints protect you from _____ collisions.

rear-end

Uncontrolled intersections are treated as a

yield.

______ indicate that your tires need to be replaced.

Wearbars

A stale green light is about to change to a _____ light.

yellow

You must stop no closer than ___ feet from a railroad crossing.

15

You must stop no closer than ___ feet from a school bus with its light flashing

20

Proper hand position for cars with airbags is

9 to 3 or 8 to 4.

_________ type drugs slow your body down.

Depressant

__ is the level for legal intoxication for alcohol.

.08

When a police officer has someone stopped on the highway you should

move to the left lane.

When is it best to deal with distractions?

Prior to driving.

How do you avoid missing your exit?

Plan ahead.

Rural roadways change often and ______ is most important.

speed control

Tire blowouts are treated like a

skid.

A point of conflict is

the point of which you meet something.

Night driving requires you to

drive at a safe speed at a distance that you can see.

A flashing X over a lane means

it is about to close.

Air turbulence and cross winds can

move you to another lane.

What is the meaning of a flashing red light?

Stop fully.

What is the meaning of a yellow flashing light?

Proceed with caution.

What is the Michigan's Basic Speed Law?

The safe speeds for conditions.

What is the minimum speed limit on the expressway?

55 mph

What is the meaning of a steady green arrow?

The lane can in turn in the direction of which the arrow is pointing.

From what lane position should a left turn be made?

The furthest left lane.

The purpose of traffics signs are to ____, ____, & ______.

regulate, guide, warn

A solid yellow line on your side means

no passing.

A pennant shaped sign means

no passing.

A round sign means

railroad crossing.

Normally you signal __ feet before you turn.

100

You should signal ____ before turning in a country road.

1/4 mile

When backing your eyes should be

looking behind you.

How far can you leave a parked car from a curb?

1 foot.

If your car skids to the right, then you should steer

to the right.

What is the best braking method on ice?

Soft & slow.

Who has the right of way when making a left hand turn?

Oncoming traffic.

When driving in the right lane of the expressway you should expect

people entering and exiting.

30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise your ____ should be turned on.

lights

There tends to be a lot of ice on ____ & ____.

bridges, overpasses

What is meant by 'implied consent?'

Taking a test for alcohol.

When should you abort a pass?

Prior to reaching the car.

If you are following a car on a gravel road, then you should increase

following distance.

What is 'minimizing?'

Reducing the risk of a situation; increasing following distance

What is meant by 'separate?'

Taking each hazard on the road one at a time.

What is meant by 'compromise?'

Leaving more space from the most dangerous hazard without unnecessary risk from the others. [When separating isn't possible]

Dim your lights on oncoming traffic within __ feet.

500

True or False: You should slow down prior to turning.

True.

When the front wheels lock up, what do you lose control of?

Steering.

When you reach the crest of the hill, you should

reduce speed.

Why do trucks need more space in front of them when they drive?

They need more space to stop.

Can you drive off the road to pass another vehicle?

No.

At 30 mph, how large of a gap would you need to cross the street?

2/3 of a block; 8 seconds

When you aim high in steering, you need to look how many seconds ahead?

20-30 seconds

What is it to judge relative distance of an object?

Depth perception

Approximately how many seconds are needed to prepare for a turn?

8-12 seconds

Whee would you find a Do Not Enter or Wrong Way sign?

At the exit of a freeway.

How long does it take to turn right and accelerate to 30 mph?

6 seconds

What is the normal following distance for most highways?

4 seconds

Pre-drive check should always include checking what 3 things?

Tires, lights, controls

This type of mirror shows a wider view than a flat mirror.

Convex mirror

Children under the age of _ are required to use an approved child safety seat.

8

Why do you need more space in front of you when following a large truck?

The truck's blind spots

Before backing up, where do you always need to check?

Behind you

What is the speed limit in a business district?

25 mph

What is the speed limit in a park?

15 mph

To glance quickly and continually is known as

scanning.

Mileage marker signs on the highway are what colors?

Green & white

Following a car in the rain, what would indicate the risk of hydroplaning?

Water splashing

A selfish, bold, and pushy driver is known as an ______ driver.

aggressive

When you skid, you lose control of ___ and ___.

direction; speed

You should always leave at least a ____ between you and a parked car.

car door width

When should you turn your wheel when making a right turn?

At the curve line.

Steering too sharply in a lane change can cause you to

drive out of your lane.

A sign's shape tells us what about it?

The general meaning.

What time of day is it most difficult to stay alert?

Early afternoon

When a warning lights stays on after starting the car what does it mean?

The particular system isn't working.

How can you deal with an aggressive driver?

Avoid eye-contact, get out of their way

What is it called when a driver loses control of their emotions?

Road rage

What is the speed limit in a round-about?

20 mph

In city traffic you should look at least ___ block ahead.

one

When should cruise control not be used?

Bad roads/weather, congested traffic

What modern device can cause a mental distraction when driving?

Cell phone

Which lane is used for entering/exiting on the expressway?

The weave lane

Searching in a regular sequence is known as

orderly visual search.