Test Your Knowledge 8-12

What should you do if your right wheels go off the pavement while driving?

Take your foot off of the gas pedal/ Hold the wheel firmly and steer in a straight line/ Brake Lightly and wait until the road is clear.

What should you do if your tires begin to skid while driving?

Take your foot off of the gas pedal/ Do not use your brakes/ Turn the vehicle's front tires in the direction you want to go

When emergency braking, what is the difference between conventional brakes and anti-lock brakes (ABS)?

With conventional brakes, you would pump the brakes to avoid losing traction. With ABS, you would press down hard on the pedal, hold it and steer out of danger.

What should you do during a tire blow-out?

Take your foot off of the gas/ Concentrate on steering/ Slow down/ Brake softly and pull completely off the pavement.

What must you do if you are involved in a minor accident and your vehicle is blocking the flow of traffic?

You must move it or have it moved.

If you hit a parked car and are unable to find the owner, what should you do?

Leave a note including your name, contact info and license plate number.

What are the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving injury or death?

Minimum of 4 years in prison, losing your license for 3 years minimum.

What are the requirements of the No-Fault law?

Provide proof of PIP and PDL & Each must have a minimum of 10,000 in coverage

What are the penalties if you are at fault in a crash and you are not insured in compliance with the Financial Responsibility Law?

You may be required to pay for the damages before your driving privilege is reinstated

What are the time restrictions for a driver with a learner's permit?

Only daylight hours

What are the time restrictions for a driver under age 17? Under age 18?

Drivers under 17 may not drive between 11:00 pm and 6:00am. Drivers under 18 may not drive between 1:00 am and 5:00 am

When can you be charged with driving under the influence (DUI)?

If you are found to be driving or in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances.

What are the penalties for refusing to take a blood test, a urine test, or a breath test when suspected of driving under the influence?

Your license will automatically be suspended for one year.

What can happen if you are found guilty of racing on the highway?

Your license will be revoked

If you have a learner's license, how many hours of driving experience are required to earn the Class E license?

50 hours, 10 hours must be at night

What education course are you required to take if you are applying for a learner's license (or have never held a driver's license)?

Traffic law and substance abuse education course

Are you required to notify DHSMV of any health problems that may affect your driving?

Yes, you must list any physical or mental issues that might affect your driving on your license application and it must be submitted to DHSMV before a license is issued.

Why would one opt to take a Basic Driver Improvement Course?

If they want to retain their driver's license after a crash or ticket.

What maneuvers are required on a driving exam?

Three Point Turn/ Observing Right-Of-Way/ Backing/ Obey Stop Signs/ Approach of Crossing

If your license and registration are suspended for being in violation of the No-Fault law, what must you do to get them reinstated?

You must pay a reinstatement fee of $150 to $500.