Snow and Ice — Colorado Driver's License Practice Test

This Colorado Driver's License Snow and Ice practice set has 4 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real Colorado Driver's License knowledge test to pass.

Sample questions

Three questions from the Snow and Ice bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 4 questions at random from the same bank.

1. When are streets and highways covered with snow or ice MOST hazardous?

   • When the snow or ice begins to melt — Correct answer
   • Only while the snow is actively falling
   • When temperatures are far below freezing
   • Only at night

   Explanation: Snow- or ice-covered roads are most hazardous when the snow or ice begins to melt; slippery roads reduce tire grip and increase stopping distance.

   Handbook: Snow and Ice — When Roads Are Most Hazardous

2. Which parts of the road can be icy even when other pavement is not?

   • Overpasses, bridges, shaded areas and snow-packed portions of the road — Correct answer
   • Only steep uphill sections
   • Freshly paved asphalt sections
   • Intersections in business districts only

   Explanation: Overpasses, bridges, shaded areas and snow-packed portions of the road can be icy even when other pavement is not.

   Handbook: Snow and Ice — Icy Spots

3. If you lose traction on snow or ice, what should you do?

   • Take your foot off both the brake and the accelerator, then turn the front wheels in the direction you want the car to go — Correct answer
   • Brake hard and hold the wheel straight
   • Accelerate gently to regain grip
   • Turn the front wheels opposite to the direction you want to go

   Explanation: Take your foot off both the brake and the accelerator, then turn the front wheels in the direction you want the car to go.

   Handbook: Snow and Ice — Losing Traction