Vermont CAR DMV Practice Test 22

You should slow down at the first sign of rain, snow, or sleet, all of which can create slippery road conditions. When conditions on the road are less than ideal, safety may require that you drive more slowly than the posted speed limit.

When approaching a right turn, your vehicle should be about three feet from the right side of the road.

When stopping at a railroad crossing, you must stop at least 15 feet from the nearest rail. Come to a complete stop if you can see a train or hear its whistle, if there is a stop sign, or if flashing lights, lowered gates, or a flagger indicate that a train is approaching. It is illegal to drive through, around, or under a lowered gate.

This sign prohibits U-turns. Do not make a U-turn where this sign is posted.

You should be especially careful when driving near snowplows because they are wider and slower than other vehicles. Snowplows often create a cloud of snow, causing visibility in the surrounding area to be lowered.

These signs indicate that the road curves to the right ahead and that drivers should slow down to the safe speed indicated (in this case, 35 mph).

This sign indicates that the road ahead will turn sharply to the right and then to the left.

If your vehicle begins to skid, remain calm. Steer in the direction that you want to go and try not to overcorrect.

When the driver behind you wants to pass, you should slow down so that there is enough room in front of your vehicle for the other driver to complete their pass. This will allow them to complete the passing maneuver in less time and more easily.

A wide variety of intoxicants can impair your ability to drive. These include all types of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, inhalants, and many legal medications (both prescription and over-the-counter).

If your wheels drop off the pavement and onto a low shoulder, you should reduce your speed without braking and very carefully turn back onto the pavement. Be aware of any nearby traffic when re-entering the road.

Your physical condition has an important bearing on your ability to drive safely. Drivers should be aware of their physical limitations and only drive if it is safe to do so.

To prevent drowsiness on long trips, you should schedule regular stops. Give yourself time to rest and stretch, even if you are not feeling tired.

Choosing to eat, drink, or smoke while driving is dangerous because these actions require a driver to remove their hands from the wheel and their eyes from the road. Drivers who engage in distracting activities while driving have trouble staying in their lanes and controlling their vehicles.

This sign indicates that you must keep to the right of the upcoming divider.

It is estimated that drivers make 200 decisions for every mile traveled, making it vital that drivers focus their full attention on the task of driving. Performing any additional task can create a dangerous distraction.

The law requires all occupants of a motor vehicle to be restrained with a safety belt or a federally-approved child restraint system.

You should not use cruise control on snow, in rain, in fog, or under similar hazardous conditions. Winter is the most difficult driving season and requires extra caution from drivers. It is important to consistently check your antifreeze and windshield washer fluid levels. Using snow tires can increase a vehicle's traction on the surface of slippery roads.

You should avoid making any sudden changes in speed or direction when driving on a slippery surface. Reduce your speed on slippery roads and do not use cruise control.

Flashing red lights are used at dangerous intersections. Treat them like stop signs.