Pedestrians may be at risk walking near hybrid and electric vehicles because these vehicles:
|
Are generally faster than most other vehicles.
|
|
|
Are virtually silent while operating.
|
|
|
Are very difficult to drive.
|
|
|
Are not subject to standard speed limits.
|
Explanation
Unlike traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, which produce audible engine noise, hybrids and electric vehicles can be virtually silent at low speeds. This lack of engine noise may make it difficult for pedestrians, especially those who are visually impaired or distracted, to hear the vehicle approaching an intersection or crossing.
Answer Statistics
🟢 This question is easy — 8.4% of our users get this question wrong.
Other questions in the same category: Pedestrian Safety Rules
When approaching someone using a white cane or guide dog, drivers should:A pedestrian starts to cross in front of your vehicle. You should:
At a school crossing, drivers should:Pedestrians ages 18 or older may skate on public roadways where the posted speed limit is 45 MPH or less from sunrise to sunset as long as traffic is not obstructed.When a pedestrian is crossing a street using a guide dog or carrying a white cane, drivers must:Which is the correct way for pedestrians to walk on a road without footpath?If the driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk, you should:You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:If there are no sidewalks, pedestrians should:When approaching a crosswalk where a blind pedestrian is waiting to cross, you must stop:
At a school crossing, drivers should:Pedestrians ages 18 or older may skate on public roadways where the posted speed limit is 45 MPH or less from sunrise to sunset as long as traffic is not obstructed.When a pedestrian is crossing a street using a guide dog or carrying a white cane, drivers must:Which is the correct way for pedestrians to walk on a road without footpath?If the driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk, you should:You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:If there are no sidewalks, pedestrians should:When approaching a crosswalk where a blind pedestrian is waiting to cross, you must stop:This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: