LTO - Exam Reviewer Vehicle Safety and Emergencies Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What should a driver do immediately if the accelerator pedal gets stuck while driving?

Accepted Answer

Shift to neutral, apply the brakes firmly, and steer to a safe stop area

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Immediately turn off the ignition while driving at speed

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Open the car door to slow down

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Continue driving until the speed decreases naturally

Question 2

If a tire blows out while driving at highway speed, the immediate correct response is to:

Accepted Answer

Hold the steering wheel firmly, gradually ease off the accelerator, and steer straight — do NOT brake hard initially

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Brake hard immediately and pull over

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Swerve quickly to the shoulder

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Accelerate briefly to maintain control

Question 3

What is the correct use of hazard lights (emergency flashers) on a Philippine road?

Accepted Answer

To warn other drivers when the vehicle is stopped in a dangerous location or moving very slowly due to an emergency

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To signal a lane change when no turn signal works

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To greet other drivers as a courtesy on long trips

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To indicate heavy rain even when driving normally

Question 4

What is the first priority when responding to a traffic accident involving injuries as the first driver on the scene?

Accepted Answer

Call for emergency help (911) and provide basic first aid if qualified

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Take photos for insurance purposes

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Move all injured persons away from the vehicles immediately

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Direct traffic around the scene

Question 5

A vehicle's brakes fade during a long downhill descent. The best action to prevent complete brake failure is to:

Accepted Answer

Use engine braking by downshifting to a lower gear before and during the descent

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Continuously apply the brakes fully throughout the descent

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Turn off the engine to reduce speed naturally

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Apply the parking brake fully at the steepest point

Question 6

When driving through a tunnel in the Philippines, a driver should:

Accepted Answer

Turn on headlights, maintain speed, and stay in lane

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Turn off headlights to conserve battery

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Accelerate to pass through quickly

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Sound the horn regularly to warn other drivers