If you come upon a severe dust storm you should:
|
Proceed with caution.
|
|
|
Reduce your speed, pull off the road and wait until the storm passes.
|
|
|
Speed up to avoid the storm.
|
|
|
Slow down and turn your high beam headlights on.
|
Explanation
In the event of a severe dust storm, you should reduce your speed, pull off the road, and come to a complete stop. Turn off all vehicle lights to prevent other drivers from using them as a guide. Set your emergency brake, stay inside your vehicle with your seat belt on, and wait for the storm to pass. Never try to speed up or continue driving in these conditions, as it puts you and others at risk.
Answer Statistics
🟡 This question is moderately difficult — 17.5% of our users answer it incorrectly.
Other questions in the same category: Adjusting to Driving Conditions
Your first response to reduced visibility should be:You should increase your following distance when:California's "Basic Speed Law" says:When driving in low visibility, drivers should:While driving in rain or snow, to let other drivers know you are there you should:California’s “Basic Speed Law” says you must:When you are driving in fog, you can see better by:If you encounter a severe dust storm, you should:When driving in fog, you should:Drive below the posted speed limit when:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: