Virginia State Inspection Practice Test

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The car is rejected if the vehicle with automatic transmission starts in which of the following gear positions?

Park
Neutral
Drive
Any gear other than park or neutral

The correct answer is: Any gear other than park or neutral

A vehicle with an automatic transmission is designed to start only in certain gear positions to ensure safety and proper operation. If a car can start in any gear position other than park or neutral, it poses a risk. The correct starting gear positions—park or neutral—are crucial because they prevent the vehicle from unexpectedly moving when the engine is started. When a vehicle allows the engine to start in drive or other gears, it could lead to unintended acceleration, potentially resulting in accidents. This safety feature is critical during inspections to assess whether the vehicle conforms to proper safety standards. By rejecting the vehicle if it starts in any gear other than park or neutral, the inspection process encourages compliance with these safety protocols, ensuring that vehicles are safe to operate on the road.