RRoad Rules Prep

Wyoming Speed Control practice

Practice 10 Wyoming DMV questions on speed control. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

What is the most common cause of locked wheel skids?

  • A.the drive wheels losing traction with the road surface.
  • B.the ignition being turned to the lock position while the vehicle is still in motion.
  • C.pressing the gas and brake pedals at the same time.
  • D.braking too hard at a high speed.✓

Why: Locked wheel skids occur when you apply the brakes so forcefully that the wheels stop rotating while the vehicle is still moving. As noted in the 'Rules of the Road,' these skids typically result when drivers jam on conventional brakes, causing the tires to lose their grip on the pavement.

2

What should you do when exiting a high-speed, two-lane roadway with traffic behind you?

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  • A.try to slow down as soon as possible
  • B.try not to slow down suddenly✓
  • C.increase your speed
  • D.brake hard and keep the steering steady

Why: When exiting a high-speed road, you should avoid sudden braking to prevent rear-end collisions. Gradually reducing your speed allows drivers behind you to react safely and maintain the flow of traffic.

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