Stopping and Following — Oklahoma Driver's License Practice Test

This Oklahoma Driver's License Stopping and Following practice set has 49 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real Oklahoma Driver's License knowledge test to pass.

Sample questions

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

1. Why is there no single fixed answer for how far you will travel before stopping at a given speed?

   • Because stopping distance depends on several variable factors — Correct answer
   • Because all vehicles stop at the same fixed rate
   • Because speed has no effect on stopping
   • Because brakes always work instantly

   Explanation: The manual states there is no sure way to tell exactly how long it will take you to stop at a certain speed, because stopping distance depends on several variable factors.

   Handbook: Stopping and Following — Stopping Distances

2. Which of the following affects your stopping distance?

   • Your own reaction time — Correct answer
   • The color of your vehicle
   • The radio volume
   • The number of passengers' phones

   Explanation: Your stopping distance depends on your own reaction time, along with weather/road conditions, vehicle weight and brake condition.

   Handbook: Stopping and Following — Stopping Distances

3. According to the manual, what is one condition that affects your stopping distance?

   • Weather and road conditions — Correct answer
   • The brand of your tires only
   • Your music selection
   • The age of your driver license

   Explanation: Stopping distance depends on weather and road conditions; wet, icy or loose surfaces lengthen the distance needed to stop.

   Handbook: Stopping and Following — Stopping Distances