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A series of multiple choice questions and answers related to the aaa drivers ed exam 2025. It covers various topics such as safe driving practices, vehicle maintenance, the effects of alcohol and drugs on driving, and trailer towing. The document can be a valuable resource for students preparing for their driver's education exam.
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You are driving a vehicle with three passengers and towing a trailer; the heaviest passenger should sit in the: a. Driver side back seat b. Middle back seat c. Passenger side back seat d. Passenger side front seat ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d When planning a long trip, drivers should avoid driving more than _____ miles per day. a. 300 b. 400 c. 500 d. 600 ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c To help maintain alertness, drivers should stop every _____ hours for exercise and fresh air. a. two b. four c. six d. eight ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a When taking a long trip, drivers should: a. Leave late at night to avoid traffic b. Drive during their normal awake time c. Drink energy drinks to stay awake d. None of the above is correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b
When your vehicle's engine is checked and maintained as recommended in its owner's manual you may expect to: a. Reduce air pollution b. Get better gas mileage c. Reduce the likelihood of expensive repairs d. All of the above are correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d Tires with low tread depth: a. Are best to keep your vehicle from hydroplaning b. Provide the greatest traction possible for your vehicle on wet surfaces c. Increase the possibility of hydroplaning d. Will wear unevenly ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c It is important to conduct routine preventative maintenance on your vehicle because: a. It is the law b. It will help to prevent breakdowns c. It will keep your vehicle warranty in effect until your vehicle is sold d. It makes your vehicle appear cleaner ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------- --------b Which is not considered a vehicle operating system? a. Stereo system b. Fuel system c. Lubricating system d. Safety system ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a If you are upset or distracted when you are driving you may: a. Miss seeing important information needed to drive safely b. Become fatigued between 1 and 5 P.M. c. Reduce your social inhibitions
Approximately how many fatal traffic crashes involve alcohol? a. Over 70 percent b. Under 10 percent c. One out of every 200 crashes d. Nearly half ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d Prescription medicines and over-the-counter drugs can hinder your ability to drive by: a. Reducing your ability to perform complex tasks b. Reducing your level of alertness c. Causing drowsiness d. All of the above are correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d Which of the following will help someone sober up from the effects of alcohol? a. Fresh air or a cold shower b. Coffee or milk c. Food in the stomach d. Time ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d Oxidation, the process by which 90 percent of alcohol is eliminated from the body, takes place in the: a. Brain b. Stomach c. Liver d. Lower intestine ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c Once you are of legal age, if you drink alcohol you should: a. Drink as much as possible as quickly as possible b. Space your drinks out over a long period of time c. Keep pace with others around you
d. Set your limit after your third drink ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------- ----b Alcohol affects: a. Judgment first so you have difficulty deciding how much or if you should continue to drink b. Your physical abilities first so you will test your ability to drive c. Your automatic responses first so you will continue to breath after you pass out d. All parts of your brain and body at the same time ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a Young drivers between the ages of 16-19 with a B.A.C. of .085 percent (approximately three to four drinks) are _____ times more likely to be killed in a crash than a sober driver. a. 40 b. 60 c. 80 d. 90 ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a Inexperienced drivers are likely: a. To have little experience with alcohol b. To have a lot of experience with alcohol c. To know when alcohol affects their ability to drive safely d. Use alcohol but only in moderation ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------ -----a In a group of friends, the designated driver is: a. The relief driver on a long trip b. The most experienced driver in the group c. The driver who has a provisional driver's license
d. The last drug you take will be the only drug that has any effect on you --- ------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a The use of alcohol will: a. Sharpen your ability to focus b. Have little effect on your ability to see c. Relax your eye muscles making it difficult to focus d. All you to see better in a low-light environment ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c Barbiturates and tranquilizers are: a. Stimulants b. Depressants c. Narcotics d. Hallucinogens ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b The amount of alcohol in a drink is determined in part by: a. The cost of the drink b. The drinker's body weight c. If it is served in a glass or a mug d. The strength of the beverage ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d In one hour a male that weights 150 pounds will oxidize (get rid of) approximately how much alcohol? a. .015 percent B.A.C. b. .105 percent B.A.C. c. Two standard drinks d. Three standard drinks ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a
You should have your headlights on when you drive during daylight hours because it is easier: a. For others to see your vehicle b. For you to see the road ahead c. To see the edge of the road d. For you to see others ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a Which of the following is not a reason to communicate with other drivers? a. Express your frustration at their actions b. Tell them where you are c. Tell them what your plan to do d. Warn them of a danger ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a When making a left turn with a trailer in tow, you will need to: a. Proceed farther into the intersection before starting the turn b. Start making the turn sooner c. Start turning at about the same place as you would with out the trailer d. Keep your vehicle in the center of your lane at all times --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a When you are driving with a trailer in tow and the road curves to the right, you should: a. Keep your vehicle in the center of your lane b. Move closer to the edge of the roadway c. Allow more distance from the edge of the pavement d. Move your vehicle over into the oncoming traffic lane while traveling through the curve ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c When you are backing and turning a trailer, you should: a. Turn the steering wheel in the same direction you want the trailer to go b. Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction you want the trailer to go
a. True b. False ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a When driving a recreational vehicle, you should: a. Maintain the same following distance as you would in a passenger vehicle b. Increase your following distance due to increased stopping distance c. Decrease your following distance since the vehicle is longer than a passenger vehicle d. Decrease your following distance since the motor home brakes are much better than most passenger vehicles' brakes ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- --------------b Almost all recreational or utility trailers are equipped with their own braking systems a. True b. False ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b When you are driving a vehicle with a trailer, you will need: a. Less time to pass since you will be more aerodynamic b. More time to pass since your total length is longer c. To honk your horn as you pass the other vehicle d. Keep to the right and never pass other vehicles ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b When you are towing a trailer with good traction and visibility your following distance should be: a. Approximately 2 seconds b. Approximately 3 seconds c. Approximately 4 seconds d. Approximately 5 to 6 seconds ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d
When turning a vehicle with a trailer attached, you should: a. Signal sooner so other drivers can adjust to your intended action b. Signal later because you are larger than most other vehicles c. Not bother to signal since the lights probably do not work d. Signal in the opposite direction of your intended turn since you will likely have to move in that direction first ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------
b. Only if your vehicle requires regular fuel c. Only if your vehicle requires ethanol fuel d. Only if your vehicle requires diesel fuel ---------CORRECT ANSWER------ -----------a You should always change your oil every 3,000 miles. a. True b. False ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b In cold climates, check your vehicle's cooling system each: a. Fall and Summer b. Fall and Winter c. Fall and Spring d. Fall ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c __________ are/is a common cause of a vehicle not starting. a. A quarter tank of fuel b. Poor tire tread c. Corroded battery connections d. All of the above are correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c PCV stands for: a. Public commuting vehicle b. Positive crankcase ventilation c. Perfect condition vehicle d. Positions can vary ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b During a storm a tree falls on your parked vehicle. What type of insurance is going to cover the damage to your vehicle? a. Liability
b. Medical Payments c. Collision d. Comprehensive ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d You fail to stop at a stop sign and hit another vehicle. Which type of insurance will pay for the repair of your vehicle? a. Liability b. Medical Payments c. Collision d. Comprehensive ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c When you shop for insurance for your vehicle, you should: a. Only consider insurance companies that allow you to pay monthly premiums b. Not be concerned with different policy provisions since all insurance policies are the same by law c. Compare only the cost d. Get a full explanation of coverage and costs before you purchase --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d Which factors help determine the cost of automobile insurance? a. Age of driver b. Kind and age of the vehicle c. Where the driver lives d. All of the above are correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d Which type of vehicle is the safest choice for new drivers? a. Van b. Midsize sedan c. Sports car d. Sport utility vehicle ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b
b. Mileage c. Crash history d. All of the above are correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d It is recommended that you have your headlights on any time you are driving because it is easier for: a. You to avoid a collision b. You to see the edges of the roadway c. You to see signs, signals and markings d. Others to see your vehicle ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d When you are driving and encounter heavy fog you should: a. Reduce your speed and turn on your high beam headlights b. Reduce your speed and make sure your low beam headlights are on c. Maintain the posted speed limit d. Turn off head lights ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b Tires with adequate tread: a. Do not help prevent hydroplaning b. Will prevent hydroplaning if the tires are new c. Will give you greater traction on dry pavement d. Will help to reduce the likelihood of hydroplaning ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d When your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) you will: a. Retain some ability to steer while braking hard b. Stop your vehicle faster c. Not be able to lock the doors of your vehicle with auto-lock d. Skid on any surface as soon as you depress the brake pedal --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a
You are driving about 45 mph when a situation occurs and you must avoid a collision by either braking or steering. You have a clear path to your right. You should: a. Hit the brakes because that will take less time b. Steer out of danger because it will take less distance c. Use both steering and braking because that will take about the same distance d. None of the above is correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b: A common cause of a skid is: a. Attempting a pass b. Braking hard c. Misaligned wheels d. Driving distracted ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b During the winter, your vehicle speed must be high for you to cause your vehicle to skid: a. True b. False ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b If a tire suddenly goes flat while you are driving you should: a. Ease up the accelerator, keep a firm grip on steering wheel and brake hard until the vehicle slows b. Accelerate to regain steering control while keeping a firm grip on the steering wheel c. Continue to look down your intended path of travel, keep a firm, steady grip on the steering wheel and maintain a straight course d. None of the above is correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c You are about to collide with another vehicle. You should:
b. Attach a written notice with your contact information to the vehicle c. Write down the license number of the other vehicle d. All of the above are correct ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d When your vehicle begins to skid you should: a. Brake or accelerate even more to "pull" your vehicle out of the skid b. Ease off the brake or the accelerator and look and steer where you need your vehicle to go c. Look at whatever you do not want to run into d. Apply the emergency brake so the rear wheels will lock up and "pull" your vehicle out of the skid ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b An effective control device that is the least used in emergency situations is the: a. Steering wheel b. Brakes c. Horn d. Accelerator ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------d A rear-facing infant child safety seat should be properly secured in: a. The front seat b. The back seat c. Any seat that has a safety belt d. The cargo area ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b When safety belts are used by front sear occupants, the chances of a fatal injury are reduced by: a. 100 percent b. 80 percent c. 45 percent d. 5 percent ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------c
Your vehicle has 5 seats with safety belts (including driver seat). You have 6 people, including yourself, that need to go somewhere. You should: a. Choose the smallest person to sit on someone's lap in the back seat b. Have four people sit in the back seat without using safety belts c. Allow one person to sit in the cargo area (SUV) d. Leave at least one person behind ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------- ----d If your vehicle is equipped with airbags you: a. Still need to wear your safety belt b. Do not need to wear your safety belt c. Should wear the safety belt in the back seat only if there are no air bags in the back seat area d. Should disable the airbags if you wear your safety belt ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a Fatigue can be a problem for drivers: a. Only at night b. All the time c. Only on long trips d. When they eat too much ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------b Strong emotions can affect our ability to make safe driving decisions. a. True b. False ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a To help you keep your emotions from affecting your driving you should not: a. Direct your emotions at a person's actions rather than the individual b. Delay driving when you are upset c. Expect other drivers to make mistakes