Driving Safety and Headlight Usage

Overdriving your headlights means _____

Bridges freeze before road surfaces.

The use of the air conditioner will help defog interior windows.

Approximately _____ % of our driving clues depend on vision.

Dirty headlights can reduce visibility up to 90%.

When driving at night with low beam headlights, the maximum safe speed is _____

In fog, you should use _____.

Virginia law requires the use of headlights whenever the windshield wipers are in use.

A wet roadway is most slippery _____

If you suffer from night blindness _____.

The use of cruise control can help control a vehicle in snow.

If a driver is blinded by the lights of an oncoming vehicle, he/she should _____.

One method for reducing glare at night is _____.

Headlights and Visibility

Overdriving headlights means unable to stop within the distance illuminated, leading to potential accidents.
Approximately 90% of driving cues rely on vision.
Dirty headlights can significantly reduce visibility, by up to 90%.

Driving Conditions and Vehicle Control

Bridges are prone to freezing before road surfaces, increasing icy road risks.
Hydroplaning occurs due to a water buildup between tires and road, resulting in loss of steering and braking control.
Low beam headlights should be used in fog to maintain visibility without causing glare.

Night Driving Considerations

The maximum safe speed when using low beam headlights at night is 45 mph.
Night blindness indicates a need to avoid night driving as it can severely affect vision.
When first rain begins, roadways become extremely slippery, requiring extra caution.

Laws and Recommendations

Virginia law mandates headlight use whenever windshield wipers are operational.
Reducing speed, looking to the right, and avoiding prolonged glances ahead are recommended if blinded by oncoming vehicle lights.
Glare at night can be minimized by cleaning the windshield.

Use of Vehicle Features

The air conditioner can aid in defogging interior windows, improving driver visibility.
Cruise control is not recommended in snowy conditions, as it can compromise vehicle control.

This quiz covers essential aspects of driving safety, particularly focusing on headlight usage, visibility at night, and various driving conditions. Understand the implications of overdriving headlights and learn how to maintain optimal visibility while driving. Test your knowledge on laws and best practices for safe driving in different weather conditions.