I was reading the list backwards and thought, "wow, Idaho sucks, but how come MA isn't on that side of the list?"
But I'm surprised CT isn't further up on that list. Holy hell, do I effin' hate CT drivers. Every time I see that blue-white plate I cringe as I prepare to slam on the brakes or be tailgated for 20 miles even though I'm already doing 90 in the left lane. I usually end up bracing myself in a midst of brake lights as the son of a bitch swerves across 3 lanes in a desperate bid to get ahead of some minivan, with no turn signals as to add to the guessing fun.
I saw a truck swerving in and out of traffic like that once, nearly ran 4 cars off the highway. I also got ran off once by a different truck on that same stretch of I-84. Then again, I saw a Huey helicopter on the back of a different 18-wheeler so that kind of made up for it.
It's one thing being able to answer these questions correctly, but it's a completely different and altogether much more difficult matter to use the answers on the road whilst remaining alert and aware of surroundings on the highway at 65mph while tuning the radio, conference calling about the latest fashions without the use of Bluetooth, drinking a Venti, reading the latest issue of Vogue, putting on sunglasses and lipstick and make-up, resetting the nav to a different destination, and giving the finger to the 80-year-old doing 35mph in the next lane.
Or if you are Canadian man and drive a dodge, ****ing.
As a guy who designs test questions professionally quite frequently, I think you all should know that we like to throw a few in, where all the answers are wrong, just to piss people off. We all have to get our kicks where we can.
90%, and I've lived my whole life in NY (but not downstate, that is important-- western NY is more like the midwest).
I have always assumed that it's never ok to pass on the right, ever; and I answered "be prepared to stop" for the steady-yellow-light question-- that one is kind of splitting hairs.
I feel that this test is biased against me, personally.
@TV's Paul Y.: Oh, and in my experience, people from Ohio are fairly incompetent drivers. Not Texas-incompetent, or New Jersey-incompetent, mind you, but pretty bad. I don't get how they could rank so high (#34).
I travel all over the US, and in my experience, the left lanes of Interstates in WA, and to some degree OR, are populated by the most deeply clueless people. I have no idea why...
Ok guys, clearly we are all car guys (or gals, gotta keep up with the times), since, well, you are HERE, so I wouldn't be surprised if you got excellent scores, the real world also includes people who couldn't give a damn about driving and cars as anything more than a set of wheels. I'm not so sure they can get 90% on this test.
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1. A pedestrian is crossing your lane but there is no crosswalk. You should:
D.) Run 'em down, 10 points each!
2. When driving in adverse conditions, the proper speed to travel is:
D.) 90mph, sideways, like Colin McRae.
3. A traffic light with a flashing red signal means?
D.) It's time to reset your VCR clock.
4. You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an up coming intersection. The flashing yellow light means:
D.) CHECKPOINT!
5. A solid yellow line, on your side of the center line, means:
D.) Hurry up and pass them, that truck's coming down on you pretty fast...
6. When you approach a stopped school bus with flashing red lights, you should:
D.) Speed up, 5 points per kid!
7. If, while driving, a tire suddenly blows out, you should:
D.) be ashamed that you bought a Ford Explorer.
8. You may pass on the right of another vehicle when:
D.) The cops aren't looking.
9. When making right or left turns, a driver should signal _______ before the turn?
D.) Signal what?
10. A diamond shaped sign means:
D.) You're about to lose 3 month's salary.
11. You drive defensively when you:
D.) Combine your Level 80 Crown of Luminescence with your Avalanchion's Stony Hide for +90 stamina.
12. When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper):
D.) You're on the Mass Pike and you're going to miss your dinner reservation at Legal Sea Foods.
13. You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
D.) If your jacked-up Jeep Wrangler is gnarly enough.
14. When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
D.) 90 in a 65, like Akon says.
15. When driving in fog, you should use your:
D.) Cupholder-mounted espresso machine
16. Under most conditions what is a safe following distance?
D.) Trick question! Distances aren't measured in seconds, silly!
17. There is an emergency vehicle coming from behind you with emergency lights on and flashing. You should:
D.) Get behind the emergency vehicle and tailgate them mercilessly until you approach your destination.
18. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
D.) Stop and do the hokey pokey.
19. In bad weather, you should make your car easier for others to see by:
D.) Stealing a giant neon sign that says LIVE NUDES and strapping it to your windshield.
20. The best way to keep from hydroplaning is to:
D.) Sell your hovercraft.
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But I'm surprised CT isn't further up on that list. Holy hell, do I effin' hate CT drivers. Every time I see that blue-white plate I cringe as I prepare to slam on the brakes or be tailgated for 20 miles even though I'm already doing 90 in the left lane. I usually end up bracing myself in a midst of brake lights as the son of a bitch swerves across 3 lanes in a desperate bid to get ahead of some minivan, with no turn signals as to add to the guessing fun.
I saw a truck swerving in and out of traffic like that once, nearly ran 4 cars off the highway. I also got ran off once by a different truck on that same stretch of I-84. Then again, I saw a Huey helicopter on the back of a different 18-wheeler so that kind of made up for it.
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Your Score: 100%
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Please review your answers below. Incorrect answers are highlighted in red.
Georgia.
Male.
Pure Wheel Man.
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Or if you are Canadian man and drive a dodge, ****ing.
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I have always assumed that it's never ok to pass on the right, ever; and I answered "be prepared to stop" for the steady-yellow-light question-- that one is kind of splitting hairs.
I feel that this test is biased against me, personally.
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