BMV Vehicle Operations Flashcards
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What is the proper following distance under ideal conditions?
Answer: At least 3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead
The three-second rule gives adequate time to react in good driving conditions.
Before changing lanes, you should always:
Answer: Signal and check your blind spot
Signaling and physically checking the blind spot prevents collisions with unseen vehicles.
When parking on a hill facing uphill with a curb, turn your wheels:
Answer: Away from the curb
Turning wheels away from the curb lets the tires roll back against the curb if the car moves.
What should you do if your accelerator sticks while driving?
Answer: Shift to neutral and brake, then pull over
Shifting to neutral disconnects the engine from the wheels so you can brake and stop safely.
The safest way to handle a tire blowout is to:
Answer: Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and slow gradually
Holding the wheel steady and slowing gradually keeps the vehicle under control during a blowout.
When should you check your mirrors while driving?
Answer: Regularly, about every 5 to 8 seconds
Checking mirrors every few seconds keeps you aware of surrounding traffic.
If your vehicle's brakes fail, you should first:
Answer: Pump the brake pedal to try to build pressure
Pumping the pedal may restore some braking pressure before using the parking brake to stop.