Idaho Permit Test: Emergencies Practice Questions

Correct answer: Ease off the gas and steer to the right

In a skid, don't brake; ease off the gas and steer in the direction the rear of the car is sliding.

Source: Sharing the Road – Skidding

Correct answer: Apply firm, continuous pressure and keep steering

With ABS, press firmly and continuously; don't pump. The pedal may pulse and the pump may make noise—that is normal.

Source: Sharing the Road – Stopping Quickly

Correct answer: It keeps the wheels from locking so you can still steer

ABS lets you keep full steering control during hard braking, but it does not decrease stopping distance.

Source: Sharing the Road – Stopping Quickly

Correct answer: Let up on the brake, then press again once it stops

Without ABS, if the brakes lock, release the pedal quickly, then reapply when the skid stops, repeating as needed.

Source: Sharing the Road – Stopping Quickly

Correct answer: Hold the wheel tightly, keep it straight, and ease off the gas

Grip the wheel, keep heading straight, ease off the accelerator, and don't brake until you have control; then brake gently and pull off.

Source: Be Prepared – Tire Blowouts

Correct answer: Grip the wheel, steer straight, ease off, and return when safe

Stay on the shoulder if it is clear, slow down gently, and steer back onto the pavement only when it is safe, without oversteering.

Source: Be Prepared – Running Off the Road

Correct answer: Slow down, flash and honk, and pull to the right

Slow down, flash and honk, and move right—don't go left, since the other driver may recover and hit you broadside.

Source: Be Prepared – Oncoming Car in Your Lane

Correct answer: Accelerating

When a crash from the side or rear is imminent, accelerating may soften the impact or prevent it.

Source: Be Prepared – Avoiding Crashes

Correct answer: Press your head against the headrest; be ready to brake

If a rear impact is coming, press your head against the headrest and be ready to brake so you don't hit the car ahead.

Source: Be Prepared – Protecting Yourself in a Crash

Correct answer: 200 to 300 feet behind the car

Place emergency flares 200 to 300 feet behind your car to warn approaching drivers.

Source: Be Prepared – If You Have Car Trouble

Correct answer: Just over a hill or around a curve

If you can't get off the road, stop where others can clearly see you from behind—not just over a hill or around a curve.

Source: Be Prepared – If You Have Car Trouble

Correct answer: Turn around and find another route

Never drive through flooded roads—two feet of fast-moving water can sweep a car away and the road beneath may be gone. Turn around.

Source: Sharing the Road – Flash Floods

Correct answer: Leave the vehicle right away and get to higher ground

If your vehicle stalls in a flood, leave it right away and seek higher ground; rising water can engulf it and sweep it away.

Source: Sharing the Road – Flash Floods

Correct answer: Stay with your vehicle

Stay with your vehicle when heavy snow is falling; most deaths occur when people leave the car, get lost, and freeze. Keep the exhaust clear if you run the engine.

Source: Sharing the Road – Getting Stranded During Winter Weather

Correct answer: Slow down and go with caution, watching for others

Moose, elk, and deer are herd animals; slow down and proceed carefully, expecting others nearby.

Source: Sharing the Road – Wildlife Areas