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Speed and conditions questions

Driving at a reasonable speed, the 3 to 4 second following distance (more behind buses), keeping up with traffic, fog, skids, hydroplaning, icy bridges and snow emergency routes.

Each question below covers one rule from the Maryland Driver's Manual. Answer it, see why the other answers are wrong, and follow the link to the manual page.

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9 questions

  1. Posted limit and a reasonable speedWhat does a posted speed limit tell you?
  2. Following distance: 3 to 4 secondsIn ideal conditions, what following distance does the MVA recommend?
  3. Keeping up with trafficWhy can driving much slower than other traffic be unsafe?
  4. Ramps and bridges freeze firstOn a cold, wet day, which part of the road freezes before the rest?
  5. HydroplaningYour car starts to hydroplane on a wet highway. What should you do?
  6. SkidsYour car starts to skid on an icy road. What should you do first?
  7. Driving in fogHow should you adjust your driving when you enter fog?
  8. More room behind buses and vansHow much following distance should you leave behind a bus or delivery van?
  9. Snow emergency routesA snow emergency is declared. What should you use on a snow emergency route?

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