Defensive Driving

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How long is this driving course

6 hr

You must pass the final exam with the score of __ or better

70%

In addition to obeying speed limits, you may also want to adjust your speed limit because a. There is ice on the road b. You are driving at night c. The weather is bad d. All of the choices are correct

All of the choices are correct

At a roundabout you must you to traffic

Already in the traffic circle

What is the most frequently littered item?

Cigarette butts

Who is ineligible from registering as an organ donor -Pregnant women -Minor children -Senior citizens -Anyone can become a donoR

-Anyone can become a donoR

What is the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration

.08%

How far before a turn must you signal?

100 ft

How many people die every day waiting for an organ donation

22

Speeding was a factor in about what percentage of fatal crashes in 2015

25%

The two second replies to vehicles traveling under___ mph

30

About __ percent of all fatally injured passengers in passenger vehicles were not wearing a seatbelt in 2015

50%

If you're riding a bicycle at night your front lamp should be visible from at least ____ feet

500

A car traveling 60 mph can take longer than___to stop

A Football field

Wait until____before adjusting the volume of the radio or the climate control

A red light

Which of the following is an example of something in the traffic environment you should evaluate before driving Rural roads Highways Urban congestion All choices are correct

All choices are correct

Being a good defensive driver involves____the actions of other drivers

Anticipating

If you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming you should

Pull over to the right and stop your car

If you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming you should:

Pull over to the right and stop your car

You cannot stop your car

Within an intersection

What does a flashing red light indicate?

You must come to a complete stop before proceeding

Which of the following for examples of common driving errors Driving while distracted Driving too slow Driving while intoxicated Speeding

Driving while distracted Driving while intoxicated Speeding

By adjusting your mirrors, it is possible to completely remove all blind spots around your vehicle

False

Talking on the phone is not distracting if the phone is hands-free

False

You can control your cruising speed using only the ___

Gas pedal

Your liability insurance covers damage _____.

done to someone else where you are at fault

If you are on a highway you should use the____to speed up to the pace of traffic

entrance ramp and merging lane

Went to vehicles approach and uncontrolled intersection at the same time the railways given to the vehicle

on the right

Most pedestrian fatalities____

Occur at night

Can you match each color to its corresponding meaning

Red -stop, yield, or do what is posted on the sign orange -construction and maintenance warning Green -indicated movements permitted, direction guidance Yellow -General warning or caution

What are the two strategies that increase safety in all adverse driving conditions

Reduce speed and increase following distance

Select all the emotional states that may affect your driving

Stress Anger Sadness anxiety

Which one of the following does not affect traction

The physical condition of the driver

Which of the following should you check before you begin a trip Tires Fluid levels Brakes Seat belt The body

Tires Fluid levels Brakes Seat belt The body

What is the leading cause of death for people age 16 to 24

Traffic accidents

Can you take breaks during the course

True

Center lanes may be used for the following

Turning left

Which of the following is recommended for cyclist operating in wet conditions

Wear reflective clothing

Approximately 80% of people ejected from their vehicle die. What is the best way to prevent ejection from a car

Wearing a seatbelt

Momentum is the product of an object speed and__

Weight

While passing another vehicle how do you know when it's safe to return to the proper lane

When you look in the rearview mirror and can see pavement in front of the vehicle you're passing

When is it not OK to use the improved shoulder on a road

When you need to pass a slow moving vehicle in front of you

In 2014, 67% of speeding drivers involved in fatal crashes were _____.

alcohol impaired

If the crossing gates are down for a railroad track you may only drive around the crossing gate if:

You may not drive around a crossing gate for any reason

Perception of light and motion outside of the central visual field is called

Peripheral vision

Which of the following does not count as a no-zone

200 feet behind a truck

When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time the right-of-way is given to the vehicle_____

On the right

When two vehicles approach and uncontrolled intersection at the same time the right of way is given to the vehicle ______

On the right

Motorcyclist and pedals like a list or vulnerable to which of the following roadway conditions -Railroad crossings -Potholes -The top speed of their bikes -Poor shoulder conditions

Railroad crossings Potholes Poor shoulder conditions

Bad weather can result in which of the following conditions

Reduced visibility

What hand signal is being shown (left arm of biker is up making a right angle)

Right turn

What hand signal is being shown (right arm of biker Is straight out to the side.

Right turn

Which of the following is an example of a regulatory sign

Speed limit

After stopping for a school bus it is safe to proceed again when

The bus has resumed motion and the red lights have stopped flashing

If you are caught in a tornado your first option for a safe place is where

A low lying area, like a ditch

What hand signal is being shown (left arm of biker down 25 degrees from body)

Slow down

Distractions in the car that can disrupt your perceptions include Other passengers Cell phone Loud music All choices are correct

All choices are correct

Rural driving is dangerous because: There are more animals who may present a hazard It is easier to speed There are more unpaved roads All choices are correct

All choices are correct

Texting and driving creates what kind of distraction: A manual distraction A visual distraction A cognitive distraction All choices are correct

All choices are correct

Which of the following is a recommendation for dealing with a traffic stop -Follow all instructions -Remain calm -Keep your hands on the wheel -All choices are correct

All choices are correct

Which of the following is a recommendation for dealing with a traffic stop? Follow all instructions Remain calm Keep your hands on the wheel All choices are correct

All choices are correct

Which of the following is an example of economic loss? Workplace losses Medical expenses Property damage All choices are correct

All choices are correct

Which of the following is recommended for cycle is operating in wet conditions

Wear reflective clothing

Which of the following are examples of driving distractions?' Cell phones GPS units Smoking Eating Daydreaming

Cell phones GPS units Smoking Eating Daydreaming

What hand signal is being shown (left arm of biker Is straight out to the side.

Left turn

In 2014, 44% of all cycle is fatalities occurred between bicycles and___

Light trucks

When driving in fog you should switch on your _____

Low beams

Which of the following is not a recommendation for dealing with an aggressive driver

Maintain your lane when being followed closely

Defensive driving isn't about just reacting to the unknown it's about removing the unknown by planning ahead and____

gathering information before you even depart

Seat belts saved an estimated ____ people in 2014

12000

Seatbelts have saved an estimated _____ people in 2014

12000

Seatbelts saved an estimated ___ people in 2014

12000

Speeding was a factor in ____ percent of all US roadway fatalities in 2015

27

A child younger than two years old or who weighs less than____pounds must ride in a rear facing car seat

35

I A child younger than two years old or weighs less than ____ pounds was right in the rear facing car seat

35 lbs

If you're riding a bicycle at night, your front lamp should be visible from at least _____ feet

500

Your car can lose traction and just how many inches of water

6

In addition to your bank speed limits you may also want to address your speed because: You are driving at night The weather is bad There is ice on the road All choices are correct

All choices are correct

Which of the following is not an example of Litter? Banana peels Cigarette butts Receipts All choices are examples of litter

All choices are examples of litter

Which of the following is not an example of litter -Banana peels -Cigarette butts -Receipts -All choices are examples of litter

All choices are examples of litter

The following drugs are found to have no effect on driver performance

All drugs have an effect

Which of the following are effects of drowsy driving An inability to recall the last few miles traveled Having disconnected or wandering thoughts Faster reaction time Your head feels heavy Drifting from your lane

An inability to recall the last few miles traveled Having disconnected or wandering thoughts Your head feels heavy Drifting from your lane

Who is in eligible from registering as an organ donor

Anyone can be calm a donor

What is the most frequently littered item

Cigarette butts

What is the most frequently littered item In the us

Cigarette butts

Plan your route in advance. Looking at a GPS while driving could result in you becoming____

Distracted

Which of the following are among the top 4 human choice factors that contributed to a rise in Rodeway deaths in 2015

Distracted driving Drunk driving Speeding

To recover from hydroplaning you should

Ease your foot off the gas

Because of the narrow profile and lighter weight motorcyclist have limited rights to the road

False

Which of the following are good strategies for dealing with the mistakes of others: Honking at aggressive drivers Giving other drivers more room Slowing down Staying sober and alert

Giving other drivers more room Slowing down Staying sober and alert

Which of the following is not in the defensive driving chain of events

Hesitation

Which of the following are reasons that someone would want to increase following distance? It is nighttime The road is wet One is approaching a construction zone It is a new route that one has not driven before The road is crowded

It is nighttime The road is wet One is approaching a construction zone It is a new route that one has not driven before The road is cro

Most drunk driving accidents occur between____

Midnight and 3am

Cognitive directions take your

Mind off the task of driving

Which of the following is the safest option if you are feeling drowsy while driving

Pull off the road and get rest

Which of the following are good suggestions for driving in high traffic Signal often and early Be courteous Try to get ahead of the traffic to avoid accidents Don't follow too closely

Signal often and early Be courteous Don't follow too closely

Reactions that seem automatic or which don't require much thought or called

Simple reactions

If you lose traction you should not

Slam on the brakes

You may not pass on the line that divides the traffic lanes is

Solid

You may not pass when the line that divides traffic lanes is ___

Solid

On a multilane highway, slower traffic should Stay to the right Exit immediately Move to the left Drive in any lane

Stay to the right

All the senses play a role in safe driving except which one Taste Hearing Smell Touch

Taste

Minimum speed limits are often in place for what reason

To maintain the general flow of traffic

Which of the following is not a safety tip for pedestrians

Wear dark clothing at night to avoid blinding drivers

You must yield to oncoming traffic when turning left except when

You have a green left arrow Indicating a protected turn

You must yield to oncoming traffic when turning left except when

You have a green left arrow indicating a protected turn

If the crossing gates are down a railroad track you may only drive around the crossing gate if

You may not drive around a crossing gate for any reason

Your liability insurance covers damage____.

done to someone else where you are at fault

Who should you contact regarding dismissing a ticket or reducing points in your state ? Your court The officer who wrote the ticket The DriveSafe Online® team All choices are correct

Your court

Comprehensive coverage covers you in the event that

damage is done to your vehicle by forces other than accidents


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