Free WYDOT Defensive Driving Techniques Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the "two-second rule" in defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

The minimum safe following distance behind another vehicle

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The time it takes to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph

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The time allowed to change lanes

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The response time to a traffic signal

Question 2

What is the primary goal of defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

To avoid accidents and reduce risks

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To improve driving speed

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To reduce fuel consumption

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To improve vehicle handling skills

Question 3

When should a driver use the "three-second rule" instead of the "two-second rule"?

Accepted Answer

In adverse weather conditions

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During heavy traffic

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When driving in residential areas

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When following a large vehicle

Question 4

How can a driver ensure they are not in another vehicle's blind spot?

Accepted Answer

By ensuring they can see the other vehicle's mirrors

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By accelerating past the vehicle

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By driving directly behind the vehicle

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By honking their horn frequently

Question 5

What should a driver do if they are being tailgated?

Accepted Answer

Move to another lane or pull over when safe to let the tailgater pass

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Brake suddenly to warn the tailgater

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Speed up to increase the distance

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Ignore the tailgater and maintain current speed