Kansas DMV Permit: Emergencies Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is 300 feet.

You must dim your headlights when following another vehicle within 300 feet.

Not quite. The answer is do all of the above.

In preparing to leave a parallel parking spot, you should look over your shoulder as well as in your mirrors. Then wait until the way is clear before you pull into traffic. You should indicate your intention by signaling, enter into traffic in the nearest lane, and remain in that lane until it is safe to change into another lane.

Not quite. The answer is Pre-loosening the lid of your coffee cup

Before starting your trip, you should set up your cab just as you like it, but eating and drinking should be done at rest stops.

Not quite. The answer is Hydroplaning can start at speeds as low as 35 mph.

Even with good tires, your vehicle can start to hydroplane at speeds as low as 35 mph. (Badly worn tires can cause the vehicle to hydroplane at speeds as low as 25 mph.) If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, avoid braking; let the car slow itself down. Do not use your cruise control on wet roads. If your vehicle loses traction, the cruise control may spin the wheels in an attempt to maintain a constant speed. This can worsen or even cause a skid.

Source: Adjusting to Roadway Conditions, Speed Management, Section 7: Safe Driving Tips, Kansas Driving Handbook

Not quite. The answer is as much as four times.

While you are driving, talking on a cell phone will increase your chances of being in a crash by as much as four times. This is because the conversation is drawing your attention away from your driving. Sending text messages (texting) while driving will increase your chances of being in a crash by as much as eight times.

Not quite. The answer is your cooling system has overheated.

Steam coming from underneath the hood may mean that the cooling system has overheated. Pull over to the side of the road and turn off your engine immediately. It's a good precaution to carry extra coolant or water in your car to add to the radiator, but only after it cools down. Modern cars typically require a 50/50 mixture of coolant and water, so pouring only water into the radiator may lead to the engine overheating again eventually. If you only have water on hand, you can add it to the radiator, but make sure to also add coolant as soon as possible.

Not quite. The answer is You can drive with just your parking lights on to make your car more visible during the day.

You must use your headlights whenever visibility is difficult at 1,000 feet and from sunset to sunrise. You must not drive with just your parking lights on.

Source: K.S.A. 8-1703

Not quite. The answer is text messaging and talking on the phone.

Anything that draws your attention away from the road can distract you. Some examples of distractions while driving are text messaging, talking on the phone, dealing with children, and lighting a cigarette.

Not quite. The answer is hydroplaning.

When there is water on the roadway, reduce your speed. Speeds over 35 mph can cause your vehicle to hydroplane out of control.

Not quite. The answer is Failure to maintain required insurance

If you are convicted of failing to maintain proper insurance on your vehicle or driving a vehicle without insurance, your license will be suspended indefinitely.

Source: K.S.A. 40-3104; Your Driving Privileges May Be Suspended or Revoked, The Driver's License, Kansas Driving Handbook

Not quite. The answer is pull over to the right side of the road and stop.

If your engine dies as you go around a corner, pull on the steering wheel with both hands and steer to the right side of the road. (If your car has power steering, loss of engine power will cause loss of power assist, so you will need to exert more force on the steering wheel.) Brake to a stop. (If your car has power brakes, loss of engine power will cause loss of power assist, so you will need to press the brake pedal extra hard.) Shift into park (for an automatic transmission) or neutral (for a manual transmission), then try to restart the engine.

Not quite. The answer is text messaging and talking on the phone.

Anything that draws your attention away from the road can distract you. Some examples of distractions while driving are text messaging, talking on the phone, dealing with children, and lighting a cigarette.

Not quite. The answer is Yes, in urban areas at speeds up to 40 mph, you must signal for at least 100 feet before you turn and for at least 200 feet otherwise.

In urban areas at speeds up to 40 mph, you must signal for at least 100 feet or 3 to 5 seconds before you turn. In all other situations, you must signal for at least 200 feet or 3 to 5 seconds before you turn. You must signal even if you cannot see pedestrians or other vehicles. The most dangerous vehicle on the road could be the one you don't see. (Note: The laws on this are different in some other states. When traveling out of state, always check the local traffic laws.)

Source: Communicating, Chapter 7: Safe Driving Tips, Kansas Driving Handbook

Not quite. The answer is Keep moving slowly until you can get out of the way.

In heavy traffic, if an emergency vehicle with its siren or flashing lights is directly behind you, keep moving slowly until you can get out of the way.

Not quite. The answer is Yes, but only when you are driving a vehicle that is legally exempt from having turn signals.

If your vehicle is equipped with turn signals, then you must signal a turn with those turn signals. However, certain vehicles, such as those manufactured before 1953, are not legally required to be fitted with turn signals. When driving such a vehicle, you can use hand signals. The driver in the picture is signaling a right turn.

Source: K.S.A. 8-1549, 8-1550, and 8-1708

Not quite. The answer is to the rear

Before backing up your vehicle, you should look to the front, sides, and rear, and continue to look to the rear while backing.

Not quite. The answer is when another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.

You should sound your horn when necessary for your safety and that of others – and for no other purpose.

Not quite. The answer is turning the steering wheel when you turn your head to check your blind spots.

When you turn your head to check your blind spots, keep the steering wheel straight. (People have a natural tendency to turn their arms in the same direction as their head turns.)

Not quite. The answer is leave a space cushion.

Many rear-end collisions occur needlessly in winter because of the failure of many drivers to leave an adequate space cushion. In winter driving, increase your following distance, especially in adverse weather.

Not quite. The answer is pull over to the side of the road and park your vehicle before dealing with the situation.

Do not take your eyes off the road to turn around to deal with the needs of passengers, children or pets. If you must give attention to passengers or animals, pull over to the side of the road and park your vehicle.