Speed & Space Management

Study questions with answers

12 sample Speed & Space Management questions with the correct answer, a short explanation, and the official handbook reference. Read through them, then take the quiz above.

1. 1. You must not pass another vehicle within 100 feet of:

   Correct answer: An intersection, bridge, or other spot with an obstructed view

   Do not pass within 100 feet of an obstructed view, such as at an intersection, bridge, or crossing.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 6: Lane Usage and Maneuvers

2. 2. Unless otherwise posted, undivided state highways carry a speed limit of:

   Correct answer: 65 mph

   The default limit on undivided state highways is 65 mph.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 7: The Basic Speed Rule

3. 3. The three-second rule is a method used for:

   Correct answer: Keeping a safe following distance

   It helps you keep a safe following distance behind the vehicle ahead.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 8: Stopping and Following

4. 4. One rule of thumb for following distance is to allow:

   Correct answer: One car length for every 10 mph of speed

   The manual suggests one car length of space for every 10 mph of speed.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 8: Stopping and Following

5. 5. The default speed limit on controlled-access highways in Oklahoma is:

   Correct answer: 75 mph

   Unless otherwise posted, controlled-access highways carry a limit of 75 mph.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 7: The Basic Speed Rule

6. 6. Driving far below the normal speed of surrounding traffic is:

   Correct answer: Illegal because it can be dangerous

   Going too slowly is against the law because it can block or hinder other vehicles and create danger.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 7: The Basic Speed Rule

7. 7. On highways within state parks or wildlife refuges, the default speed limit is:

   Correct answer: 35 mph

   The default limit on highways inside state parks or wildlife refuges is 35 mph.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 7: The Basic Speed Rule

8. 8. Unless a different limit is posted, the speed limit on Oklahoma turnpikes is:

   Correct answer: 80 mph

   State law sets the default turnpike speed limit at 80 mph unless posted otherwise.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 7: The Basic Speed Rule

9. 9. In rain or poor road conditions, you should increase your following count to:

   Correct answer: Four seconds

   The manual advises stretching the following count to four seconds in bad weather.

   Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 8: Stopping and Following

10. 10. Unless otherwise posted, the default speed limit on Oklahoma county roads is:

    Correct answer: 55 mph

    County roads carry a default speed limit of 55 mph.

    Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 7: The Basic Speed Rule

11. 11. On the expressway, you should scan how far ahead to spot braking or merging vehicles?

    Correct answer: 15 to 20 seconds

    Watch 15 to 20 seconds ahead for cars braking, entering, and exiting.

    Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 6: Lane Usage and Maneuvers

12. 12. Before moving into the left lane to pass, you should have clear roadway ahead of at least:

    Correct answer: 200 feet

    Check for at least 200 feet of clear road without a no-passing zone before pulling out to pass.

    Source: Oklahoma Driver Manual, Chapter 6: Lane Usage and Maneuvers