Ohio Drivers Ed Practice Exam

When do the vast majority of deer-vehicle crashes occur?

1. Between dusk and dawn

2. Immediately after rain

3. In the early afternoon

4. During heavy traffic periods

The correct answer is: Between dusk and dawn

Deer-vehicle crashes are most likely to occur between dusk and dawn due to the fact that deer are naturally more active during this time in search of food and mates. It is also especially dangerous for drivers because visibility is often reduced at these times due to low light conditions. Additionally, deer tend to move more during these hours in search of food and change of habitat. The other options are not correct because although rain may increase the likelihood of deer on the road, the majority of crashes do not occur immediately after rain. Similarly, while deer may be active during early afternoon hours, it is not when the majority of crashes occur. Finally, heavy traffic periods may also contribute to crashes, but it is not the main contributing factor and does not cover the entire time period during which crashes are most likely to occur.