Freeway Driving and the Driving Task — Idaho Driver's License Practice Test
40 questions in this topic · 30 drawn at random this round
As you approach a place where cars, people, or animals may cross your path, what should you do?
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This Idaho Driver's License Freeway Driving and the Driving Task practice set has 40 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 Freeway Driving and the Driving Task bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.
Why are freeways usually considered safer than other kinds of roads, even though they can encourage boredom and fatigue?
- They have one-way traffic, a limited number of entrances, and special safety features — Correct answer
- They allow two-way traffic with frequent driveways and intersections
- They have lower speed limits than city streets
- They never require drivers to merge or change lanes
Explanation: Freeways are usually safer than other roads because they have one-way traffic, a limited number of entrances, and special safety features; however, those same conditions can encourage boredom and fatigue that the driver must guard against.
Handbook: Freeway Driving and the Driving Task — Why Freeways Are Safer
Where designated and as weather permits, what is the maximum speed for ordinary vehicles on Idaho's rural interstates, unless otherwise posted?
- Up to 80 mph (70 for heavy trucks) — Correct answer
- Up to 65 mph for all vehicles
- Up to 75 mph (65 for heavy trucks)
- Up to 90 mph where designated
Explanation: Where designated and as weather conditions permit, vehicles may travel up to 80 mph on rural interstates (70 for heavy trucks) and up to 65 on urban interstates, unless otherwise posted.
Handbook: Freeway Driving and the Driving Task — Interstate Speed Limits
What should you do before starting a long freeway trip?
- Make a travel plan for food, rest, and fuel stops — Correct answer
- Remove your seat belt so you can move freely on the trip
- Plan to drive nonstop without any rest breaks
- Disable your headlights to save fuel during daytime
Explanation: Before starting a long freeway trip, make yourself a travel plan that includes food, rest, and fuel stops; on short trips, know the name, route, entrance, and exit numbers.
Handbook: Freeway Driving and the Driving Task — Travel Plans