Taking my Driving Test in 2 days... Any tips?

Pre-College Issues High School Life
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<p>I know hand signals and to look at the mirrors like every 20 seconds.</p>

<p>I also heard it was a good idea to get on the instructor's good side by asking if he/she is comfortable when he or she gets in the car (like AC and seat position and stuff).</p>

<p>And, one question, how long are you supposed to signal for before changing lanes? 3 seconds?</p>

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<p>2 or 3 seconds sounds good for signaling. Checking mirrors is good, but make sure you also physically turn your head and look out the back windows before changing lanes.</p>

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<p>Two tips.... Buckle up and don't crash.</p>

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<p>Exude as much confidence as possible with out being arrogant.</p>

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<p>Haha, yeah I'll have to try to act confident. </p>

<p>Thanks. Keep them coming, I really don't want to fail!</p>

<p>I heard the place I'm going to fails everyone their first time.</p>

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<p>If they make you parallel park, make sure the cars you're parking between aren't police cars. </p>

<p>And absolutely no abrupt stops-- be as smooth as possible. :)</p>

<p>Good luck!</p>

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<p>Stay sober!...........</p>

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<p>stop BEHIND the stop bars at stop signs. i stopped on top of them to see around the corner and almost failed.</p>

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<p>When they tell you "back straight up" don't back straight up. Follow the slight curve of the road. Stupid instructor, I did what he said. And there were no lines on that road.</p>

<p>And don't speed. Legally I should have failed my test. But I didn't. Hooray for small rural towns.</p>

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<p>Try to find a friend who just took the test and practice the route before the test. Even if the instructor changes things up a bit, a friend who just took the test may offer some good advice!</p>

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<p>Also when backing up, remember that it's a test of accuracy not speed. You can back up as slow as you wish, just remember that hit the curb and you fail!</p>

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<p>Thanks all, I take my test in an hour. I'll tell you guys how I did when I get back.</p>

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<p>I'm the worst driver alive and my biggest tip is to not let the car drift into other lanes or parked cars when you're checking the mirrors or looking behind your shoulder. I've had a few close calls...</p>

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<p>Yay, I got my license.</p>

<p>-8 though, not that great. 5/8 were rearview mirror checking.</p>