Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestSafe Driving PracticesMedium
Which of the following is considered a significant blind spot for a passenger car, requiring a head check before changing lanes?
- AThe area directly behind the vehicle, visible in the side mirrors.
- BThe area visible in the rearview mirror.
- CDirectly in front of the vehicle's hood.
- DThe area immediately to the sides and slightly behind the vehicle, not visible in mirrors.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. The area immediately to the sides and slightly behind the vehicle, not visible in mirrors.
Blind spots are areas around a vehicle that cannot be seen using mirrors. These areas are typically to the sides and slightly behind the vehicle, making a head check (turning your head to look) essential before changing lanes.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. The area directly behind is covered by mirrors; blind spots are to the sides.
- B. The rearview mirror provides a view directly behind, not the blind spots to the sides.
- C. The area in front of the hood is generally visible and not considered a blind spot for lane changes.
Vehicle Blind Spots
Areas around a vehicle that are not visible to the driver through the rearview or side mirrors.
- Located to the sides and slightly behind the vehicle.
- Requires a head check before lane changes.
- Larger for bigger vehicles like trucks.
Memory trick: Mirrors don't see all, so turn your head, stand tall!