Do you currently have car insurance? Yes I have insurance. Great, you're all set! Click here if you still want to compare rates. No, I need insurance and I want to compare options. Before you start the test, please answer the following question regarding your insurance status. Without insurance you will not be able to drive in California Question What is traction? Answers Friction between the tires and road Tires' rates of rotation The length of time needed to activate the brakes Explanation Traction is friction between your tires and the surface of the road. Adequate traction is necessary for braking and steering. Take a FREE Practice Test Now This questions appears in the following tests: Alaska Knowledge Test Class B , Arizona Knowledge Test Class B , Alabama Double , Hawaii Passenger ,