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Special Driving Situations — Kansas Driver's License Practice Test

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36 questions in this topic · 30 drawn at random this round

Some work zones, such as line painting, road patching and mowing, are mobile. Until you see what sign should you observe the posted signs?

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This Kansas Driver's License Special Driving Situations practice set has 36 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real Kansas Driver's License knowledge test to pass.

Sample questions

Three questions from the Special Driving Situations bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.

  1. Why can driving on empty rural highways be just as dangerous as driving in heavy city traffic?

    • It is easy to relax your attention and suddenly come upon something dangerous — Correct answer
    • Rural highways always have higher speed limits than cities
    • Rural highways never have any traffic signs
    • It is illegal to drive alone on rural highways

    Explanation: On quiet rural roads it is easy to relax your attention and suddenly come upon something dangerous. Stay alert, watch for warning signs and slow down.

    Handbook: Special Driving Situations — Rural Road Driving

  2. Compared with concrete or asphalt, how should you adjust your driving on gravel or dirt roads?

    • Reduce your speed and increase your following distance — Correct answer
    • Increase your speed to maintain traction
    • Reduce your following distance to stay in control
    • Keep the same speed and distance as on pavement

    Explanation: Vehicles have less traction on gravel or dirt, so it takes much longer to stop. Reduce your speed and increase your following distance.

    Handbook: Special Driving Situations — Rural Road Driving

  3. What hazard can form on gravel or dirt roads from a series of potholes?

    • A rough, rippled surface that affects steering and vehicle control — Correct answer
    • Improved traction for braking
    • A smoother surface that is easier to drive on
    • Increased visibility around curves

    Explanation: Gravel or dirt roads can become rough and rippled where a series of potholes has formed, which can affect steering and vehicle control.

    Handbook: Special Driving Situations — Rural Road Driving