Distractions and Sharing the Road — Idaho Driver's License Practice Test
66 questions in this topic · 30 drawn at random this round
How can you tell if a large vehicle's driver can see you?
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This Idaho Driver's License Distractions and Sharing the Road practice set has 66 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 85% on the real Idaho Driver's License knowledge test to pass.
Sample questions
Three questions from the Distractions and Sharing the Road bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.
Why is it important to give your full attention to driving at all times?
- Bad things can happen very quickly, and you need enough time to react — Correct answer
- It is only necessary on the highway, not on city streets
- It is only required for new drivers during their first year
- It helps your vehicle use less fuel
Explanation: If you do not give your full attention to driving, bad things can happen very quickly. Paying full attention at all times gives you enough time to react.
Handbook: Distractions and Sharing the Road — Paying Attention
Which of the following is a driving distraction that can cause a crash?
- Eating or applying makeup while driving — Correct answer
- Checking your mirrors before changing lanes
- Scanning the road far ahead
- Keeping both hands on the wheel
Explanation: Distractions that can cause crashes include texting or talking on the phone, eating, reading or writing, changing the radio station, applying makeup, looking for things inside your vehicle, and dealing with children or pets.
Handbook: Distractions and Sharing the Road — Types of Distractions
How much distraction is needed to keep you from seeing a hazard such as a child running into your lane?
- Even a few seconds — Correct answer
- At least a full minute
- Only if you take your eyes off the road for over five minutes
- Distraction never affects hazard detection
Explanation: Even a few seconds of distraction may keep you from seeing a hazard, such as a small child running into your lane or a bicycle rider entering your path.
Handbook: Distractions and Sharing the Road — Seconds of Distraction