16 questions from the Official Florida Driver License Handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. What is the recommended action when encountering a flooded roadway?
Answer: Turn around and find another route. The handbook directs drivers to turn around rather than attempt to drive through flooded areas.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 80: “If you come to a flooded roadway, turn around and find another route.”
2. What requirement applies to a drawbar or towing connection if it is made of chain, rope, or cable?
Answer: It must have a white flag at least 12 inches square attached to it. The handbook mandates a specific white flag attachment for flexible towing connections like chains or ropes to ensure visibility.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 50: “have a white flag at least 12 inches square attached to it if it is chain, rope, or cable.”
3. What is the minimum acceptable field of vision required for an applicant or licensed driver in Florida?
Answer: 130 degrees. The handbook states that the minimum acceptable field of vision is 130 degrees.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 27: “The minimum acceptable field of vision for an applicant or licensed driver is 130 degrees.”
4. What does it mean if you see red reflectors facing you on the lane lines?
Answer: You are facing traffic the wrong way and could have a head-on collision. The handbook defines red reflectors on lane lines as an indicator that the driver is traveling in the wrong direction.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 77: “Red reflectors on lane lines always mean you are facing traffic the wrong way and could have a head-on collision.”
5. When entering a limited access highway, what is the correct procedure regarding the acceleration lane?
Answer: Increase your speed as the ramp straightens into the acceleration lane. Drivers are instructed to increase speed in the acceleration lane to match highway traffic before merging.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 71: “Increase your speed as the ramp straightens into the acceleration lane.”
6. When driving in fog or heavy rain, which lighting configuration does the handbook recommend for optimal visibility?
Answer: Drive with lights on low beam. The handbook states to use low beams because high beams reflect off fog and reduce visibility.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 79: “Drive with lights on low beam. High beams will reflect off the fog and impair visibility even more.”
7. Why are white roadway markings in the shape of connecting X’s used at railroad crossings?
Answer: To visually highlight the danger zone where road users should not stop. The handbook defines these dynamic envelope markings as indicators for the clearance zone where objects might be struck by a passing train.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 64: “White roadway markings in the shape of connecting X’s used to visually highlight the danger zone where road users should not stop.”
8. What should you do if you are stopped behind a commercial motor vehicle on an upgrade?
Answer: Leave space in case the vehicle drifts back when starting. Drivers should maintain extra distance behind stopped trucks on hills because heavy vehicles may roll backward slightly when starting.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 90: “If you are stopped behind a CMV on an upgrade, leave space in case the CMV drifts back when it starts to move.”
9. What is the recommended action regarding headlights when a bicyclist is approaching you at night?
Answer: Avoid using high beam headlights. The handbook advises drivers to avoid high beams to prevent startling or blinding cyclists approaching from the opposite direction.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 89: “At night, avoid using high beam headlights when a bicyclist is approaching.”
10. What is the rule regarding crossing double solid white lines?
Answer: Crossing is not allowed. The handbook states clearly that crossing double solid white lines to change lanes is not allowed.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 51: “Double solid white lines. Crossing a double solid line/ changing lanes is not allowed.”
11. According to the handbook, how many seconds should you count to determine a safe following distance?
Answer: Four seconds. The handbook instructs drivers to adjust their speed until the counting process reaches at least four seconds.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 69: “Repeat until you are following no closer than four-seconds.”
12. How long must a driver maintain higher insurance coverage limits after being convicted of a DUI?
Answer: Three years. The handbook states that the increased coverage requirements remain in effect for three years following a DUI conviction.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 32: “This higher coverage must be in effect for three years after your DUI conviction.”
13. When passing a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), on which side should you pass for maximum visibility?
Answer: On the left side. The handbook instructs drivers to pass commercial vehicles on the left side to ensure the best visibility.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 92: “Pass CMVs on the left side for maximum visibility.”
14. How does doubling the speed of a car affect its force of impact?
Answer: It increases the force of impact four times. The handbook provides a specific mathematical relationship where doubling speed results in a fourfold increase in impact force.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 76: “◆ When you double the speed of a car, you increase its force of impact four times.”
15. What is the penalty for throwing more than 15 pounds of litter onto roadways?
Answer: A first-degree misdemeanor, a fine up to $1,000, and 3 points on the driving record. The handbook outlines specific penalties for litter exceeding 15 pounds, which include a misdemeanor charge, a higher fine cap, and points on the license.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 35: “If you throw more than 15 pounds of litter, you can be charged with a firstdegree misdemeanor, fined up to $1,000, and receive 3 points on your driving record.”
16. What is the correct procedure if traffic signals are inactive due to a power outage?
Answer: Treat the intersection as a four-way stop, yielding to vehicles arriving first. The handbook specifies that inactive signals require treating the intersection as a four-way stop based on arrival order, not just right-of-way rules.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 87: “In circumstances where the power is out and traffic signals are not active, treat intersections as a four-way stop: ◆ Vehicles move through the intersection in the order they arrived (first to arrive is first to move forward).”