Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
May 23rd 2009, 2:37 am
#46
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
Took the test - 95%. Missed this one:
18. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
A. Go through the intersection before it turns red
B. Stop if it is safe to do so
C. Be prepared to stop
D. Slow down and proceed with caution
Hell, if we did that the traffic jams would be awful!
18. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
A. Go through the intersection before it turns red
B. Stop if it is safe to do so
C. Be prepared to stop
D. Slow down and proceed with caution
Hell, if we did that the traffic jams would be awful!
May 23rd 2009, 4:54 am
#47
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
100%
May 23rd 2009, 6:03 am
#48
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
by the tone of his post... definitely defensive (driver that is)
75% Meh.
questions "were taken from actual written DMV test across the country"
14. When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
A. At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway
B. 5 to 10 miles per hour slower than the traffic on the freeway
C. The posted speed limit for traffic on the freeway
The answer is A... so if everyone is speeding over the speed limit, the DMV is basically giving you permission and the okay to speed too? "But Officer, I was only following what was said and encouraged by the DMV by nature of their correct answer on the test..."
75% Meh.
questions "were taken from actual written DMV test across the country"
14. When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
A. At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway
B. 5 to 10 miles per hour slower than the traffic on the freeway
C. The posted speed limit for traffic on the freeway
The answer is A... so if everyone is speeding over the speed limit, the DMV is basically giving you permission and the okay to speed too? "But Officer, I was only following what was said and encouraged by the DMV by nature of their correct answer on the test..."
As per all the tests in USA, often you can't give the answer you want, its not there. Written test tackers, but stink at real driving.
Reg. Frank R.
May 23rd 2009, 6:05 am
#49
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
Took the test - 95%. Missed this one:
18. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
A. Go through the intersection before it turns red
B. Stop if it is safe to do so
C. Be prepared to stop
D. Slow down and proceed with caution
Hell, if we did that the traffic jams would be awful!
18. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
A. Go through the intersection before it turns red
B. Stop if it is safe to do so
C. Be prepared to stop
D. Slow down and proceed with caution
Hell, if we did that the traffic jams would be awful!
Reg. Frank R.
May 23rd 2009, 12:10 pm
#50
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
100%
Been driving for 9 years in Germany, and nine years stateside. No accident since 2002 when somebody rear-ended my car, the last accident where I was at fault was when I drunkenly totaled my BMW in Dec of 92, and the only time I was ever pulled over in the US was in 2006 when I got a written warning for doing 100 in a 65.
Been driving for 9 years in Germany, and nine years stateside. No accident since 2002 when somebody rear-ended my car, the last accident where I was at fault was when I drunkenly totaled my BMW in Dec of 92, and the only time I was ever pulled over in the US was in 2006 when I got a written warning for doing 100 in a 65.
May 23rd 2009, 1:01 pm
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May 23rd 2009, 1:25 pm
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May 25th 2009, 4:13 pm
#54
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
I scored an 85%. Not too shabby, IMO.
Georgia Drivers.
Reading the list and their ranking... not surprised. Sometimes I think I'm the only one here who even tries to drive safely and obey the rules of the road...
Georgia Drivers.
Reading the list and their ranking... not surprised. Sometimes I think I'm the only one here who even tries to drive safely and obey the rules of the road...
May 25th 2009, 4:39 pm
#55
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
As with all tests they do not give a true picture of the individuals driving ability. I believe most of us took this test without cheating, but even a 16 year old with no driving experience would register a high mark.
I am 79 and next year I have to take a written and vision test in order to keep my licence. But no road test.
I suppose what I'm saying is that answering written questions is not a true indicator of ones ability to drive safety. I got 95% on the test but the true test of ones safety is how many accidents, DUI or speeding fines we have had during our driving history.
Personally I've had no accidents and 2 speeding (less that 20 over limit) over 56 years.
I am 79 and next year I have to take a written and vision test in order to keep my licence. But no road test.
I suppose what I'm saying is that answering written questions is not a true indicator of ones ability to drive safety. I got 95% on the test but the true test of ones safety is how many accidents, DUI or speeding fines we have had during our driving history.
Personally I've had no accidents and 2 speeding (less that 20 over limit) over 56 years.
May 25th 2009, 5:48 pm
#56
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
Well, I had my first crack at driving on the right, just now. Went round the block in a car park a couple of times then drove two and a half miles home, all without hitting anything! 
Admittedly, there was very little traffic on the roads, but it's a start.
Admittedly, there was very little traffic on the roads, but it's a start.
May 26th 2009, 12:56 am
#57
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
Took the test - 95%. Missed this one:
18. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
A. Go through the intersection before it turns red
B. Stop if it is safe to do so
C. Be prepared to stop
D. Slow down and proceed with caution
Hell, if we did that the traffic jams would be awful!
18. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
A. Go through the intersection before it turns red
B. Stop if it is safe to do so
C. Be prepared to stop
D. Slow down and proceed with caution
Hell, if we did that the traffic jams would be awful!
I got 75%...apparantly I dont know my stopping distances
May 26th 2009, 12:58 am
#58
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
All you gotta remember is just to stay ON the 'pavement', and OFF the 'sidewalk'.
May 27th 2009, 3:11 pm
#59
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
I'm not going to post my score. All I'm saying is that I'm a much better practical driver than a theoretical driver.
And that I learned how to drive in NJ.
And that I learned how to drive in NJ.
May 27th 2009, 3:18 pm
#60
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Re: Are you a better driver than the average Yank?
That reminds me of yesterday. Out practising for my test and a car is coming towards me: Me: Why is that car on my side of the road?
SWMBO: Because he's an idiot.
I've done about 60 miles so far and only instinctively went on the left once, just after reversing out of the driveway.