Defensive Driving: Defensive Driving for Trip Preparation and Hazards

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Supplemental study practice. This is not a government licensing exam or ELDT certification, and does not replace hands-on training. Follow your state’s current handbook.

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While planning your trip, how should you account for work zones to drive defensively?

Ignore work zone signs if traffic is light

Speed up to get through the zone quickly

Rely on GPS to warn you about all work zones

Expect lane shifts and sudden stops, and be prepared to slow down

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When preparing to drive, what should you do to minimize in-vehicle distractions?

Adjust the radio while driving on the highway

Ignore distractions until they become a problem

Wait until you are driving to adjust mirrors and controls

Adjust all vehicle controls and set up devices before starting to drive

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Before starting a long trip in winter weather, what is an important step to ensure your windshield remains clear?

Only check the wipers if snow is already falling

Wait until you are on the road to check the wipers

Check that windshield wipers are in good condition and washer fluid is full

Rely on the heater alone to keep the windshield clear

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What is the best defensive driving action if you encounter fog on the highway?

Follow the taillights of the vehicle ahead closely

Pull off the road into a rest area or truck stop until visibility improves

Turn on high-beam headlights and drive slowly

Continue driving at normal speed with hazard lights on

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What is the safest action if you begin to feel sleepy while driving a commercial vehicle?

Drink coffee and continue driving

Stop at the nearest safe place and rest

Turn up the radio to stay awake

Open the window for fresh air and keep driving

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What is a key defensive driving step to take before entering a work zone?

Slow down and maintain extra following space

Speed up to pass through quickly

Rely on other drivers to adjust their speed

Ignore warning signs if the road looks clear

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When planning a route, why should you avoid relying solely on non-commercial navigation systems?

They require manual updates before each trip

They cannot provide directions in rural areas

They may not warn of height, weight, or CMV restrictions

They always choose the fastest route regardless of safety

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Why is it important to check your tires before driving in winter conditions?

Only rear tires matter for winter driving

Tires with low pressure improve traction in snow

Tires must have enough tread to provide traction on wet or snowy roads

Tire condition is not important if you have chains

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You are about to drive through a city with frequent lane changes. What is a recommended defensive driving practice for monitoring blind spots?

Only check mirrors when changing lanes

Rely on other drivers to avoid your blind spots

Check mirrors once every few minutes

Check mirrors every 8-10 seconds

10 / 10

If you must use a mobile phone while driving a commercial vehicle, what is the only federally compliant method?

Hold the phone in one hand and steer with the other

Use a hands-free device that is within close reach and operable while restrained

Dial the number using multiple buttons

Pull over to the shoulder and use the phone while stopped in a traffic lane

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