Drivers Ed

what should you do if you are stopped by a law enforcement?

move over to the right side of the road and stop, stay calm, place vehicle in park, turn off ignition and put the keys on your dashboard, do not exit the vehicle unless you are asked to, put your hands on the steering wheel and wait to get out the insurance and other papers until they ask for them, be polite and patient

white lane meaning

multiple lanes of travel in the same direction

Two solid yellow lines between lanes of traffic means...

neither side can pass unless you need to turn into a driveway(when it is safe to do so), or if a vehicle at less than half the speed limit(pass when safe to do so)

If your vehicle has a manual transmission, what does your car have to be in to start it?

neutral

are you required to stop for a school bus on a divided highway?

no

can you exceed the speed limit to pass

no

when to use high beams

no oncoming vehicles, unfamiliar roads, construction areas, or where there might be people along side the road

when should you leave more than 4 seconds of a following distance?

on slippery roads(because you will need more time to stop), when the driver behind you wants to pass, when following motorcycles or bicyclists, when following drivers who cannot see you, when you are pulling a trailer, hard to see, when being followed closely, following emergency vehicles, approaching railroad crossings, stopped on a hill

if your car has automatic transmission, what does your car have to be in to start it?

park

can people with a heart condition drive?

people with heart diseases that can cause fainting or a heart attack should not get behind the wheel

what should you do to break if your car has ABS?

press the break pedal as hard as possible and keep it there(you will hear a noise ABS makes when it is working, or you will feel the break pedal pushing back)

what should you do if your hit from the rear?

press yourself against the back of your seat and put your head against the head restraint, be ready to break

if you cannot see anything in a very heavy downpour, what should you do?

pull over until it lightens up

what should you do if your breaks fail?

pump the breaks several times, if that doesn't work use the parking break slowly so the wheels don't lock up, if that doesn't work shift to lower gears and look for a safe place to stop

when should you turn on your head lights

raining, snowing, fog, when it begins to get dark, when driving away from a rising or setting sun

it is illegal for a person 21 years or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration that is ___ or higher

.08

how many feet away from a stopped school bus with its flashing red lights should you stop? do you have to stop if it's on the opposite side of the road as you?

20 feet, yes

how quickly does alcohol reach your brain?

20-40 minutes

How many feet can a big trucks blind spot be up to?

200 feet

how many feet away from a snowplow does the law require you to be?

200 feet behind a snowplow when its red or amber lights are on

how many feet within a railroad crossing can you park if there are no no parking signs?

25 feet

speed limit on residential and business streets

25mph

speed limit in outlying parts of cities or villages, or semi urban districts outside cities or villages

35 mph

how many feet can you park within a driveway, alley, or private road, or blocking the area of the curb removed or lowered for access to the sidewalk?

4 feet

how many seconds of a gap do you need when changing lanes? what if you want to change into multiple lanes over?

4 second gap, take each lane one by one

talking on a cellphone can increase your risk of a crash by how much?

4 times

within how many feet is it illegal to follow and pass an emergency vehicle?

500 feet

how long do OWI convictions remain on your drivers license for?

55 years

speed limit on any highway or freeway in Wisconsin, except on multi-lane freeways and expressways posted for 65 or 70 mph

55mph

when your vehicle is moving, how many space areas surround it?

6

speed limit on rural interstate highways and some posted freeways and expressways

65mph

speed limit on some posted freeways and expressways

70 mph

if you have a probationary license and are under 18, how many months will you have restrictions on who can ride with you?

9 months

when are you able to renew your probationary license?what do you receive when you renew it?

90 days before it expires, issued a regular license that will be valid for 8 years

Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) purpose

A Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) is designed to intuitively guide motorists through the interchange

ABS

Anit-lock Breaking System

how to use a ramp meter

As you enter a metered ramp, you will see a "Ramp Metered When Flashing" sign. If the sign's yellow light is not flashing, you can merge into traffic without stopping or slowing down. If the sign's yellow light is flashing, it means the ramp meter is operating and you must chose the appropriate lane(regular or HOV lanes)

DMV

Division of Motor Vehicles

when not to use your horn

Encouraging someone to drive faster or get out of the way, informing other drivers of an error, greeting a friend, around blind pedestrians, around animal-drawn vehicles or animals being herded on the roadway

High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV)

reserved for carpools and vehicles with more than one person in them(signs tell you how many people must be in vehicle and the days and hours it applies

what are shared center lanes reserved for? how are they marked?

reserved for making left turns by vehicles traveling in either direction, these lanes are marked on each side with solid yellow and dashed yellow lines

what side of the road should you pull over to when emergency vehicles using a siren,air horn, or red and blue flashing lights are present? what happens if they are present on the other side of a divided highway?

right edge of the road, and stop. Don't need to pull over if on other side of divided highway

where should your hands be on a steering wheel?

right hand at 3:00 and left hand at 9:00

if you are driving slower than traffic on a multi-lane road, what lane should you use?

right lane

what turn signal do you use when you exit a roundabout?

right turn signal

flashing red traffic light meaning

same thing as a stop sign(must come to a full stop then go when it is safe to do so)

what are some clues to help spot slippery roads

shady spots can by icy and cold(they freeze first and dry out last), over passes/other bridges can have icy spots, temperature is around freezing point, when it starts to rain on a hot day

what conditions would require you to slow down while driving?

sharp curve, the roadway is slippery, there is standing water, driving on gravel or dirt, snow, rain, sleet

where to turn your wheels if there is a curb and you face uphill

sharply left

where to turn your wheels if there is no curb and you are facing downhill

sharply right

what to do if you see a deer on the side of the road

slow down, blow horn, and be ready to stop, watch for more deer

flashing yellow traffic light meaning

slow down, check for cross traffic, and proceed with cation

instruction permit requirements if under 18

Have completed or be enrolled in an approved behind-the-wheel driver ed course which begins within 60 days from the date your driver ed instructor certifies your application, have an adult sponsor sign the application

what are some trouble spots of where you should slow down?

Shopping centers, parking lots and downtown areas, rush hours, narrow bridges and tunnels, toll plazas, schools playgrounds and residential areas, railroad crossings

when can a revoked license can be reinstated

The period of revocation is over, and you file proof of financial responsibility with the DMV, and you present proof of identity and you pay the reinstated fee

what does WI law say about being able to see well? (what kind of vision do you need)

at least 20/40 vision in at least one eye, with or without corrective lenses

what advantages does looking well ahead while driving have?

avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn, save on fuel, help traffic move at a steady pace, help steer straighter

where should you stop if there is no stop line?

before entering the crosswalk or near the side of the intersection

service signs(color/shape)

blue square or rectangular signs with white letters or symbols and show the location of various services like rest areas, gas stations, campgrounds, or hospitals

steady green traffic light meaning

can go through the intersection but must yield to emergency vehicles, if stopped and the light turns green let the crossing traffic clear the intersection first and then proceed. (can turn left if there are no signs saying you cannot but only when safe to do so because oncoming traffic has the right of way)

green arrow meaning

can turn in direction of arrow, there should be no oncoming traffic, watch for pedestrians

blind spots

cannot see the corners of your vehicle, to see cars in your blind spots, you must turn your head to see them

HOV lanes with a metered ramp

certain vehicles(2+ people, motorcycles, buses, emergency vehicles) can use this lane to bypass lanes, however they must still obey the traffic signals given to them in their HOV lane

hints for backing up

check behind vehicle before you get in it for children or small objects, turn and look directly through the back window(don't rely on mirrors), back up no faster than a slow walk, if possible use a person to stand outside and help back you in

when you slow down, what do you need to check for?

check behind your vehicle

steady red traffic light meaning

come to full stop, wait until traffic lights turn green and there us no crossing traffic before you go (can turn right on red if there are no signs saying that you cannot, can turn right on red if you are going from a one-way street to a one-way street)...Must yield to all traffic and pedestrians then proceed, staying in your lane

examples of how a probationary license can get extended for 6 months

convicted of a moving traffic violation, violate any of the restrictions, license is revoked or suspended for any reason

what way does traffic move in a roundabout?

counter-clockwise

examples of when you should change your speed

curves, slipper road(rain, snow, ice), foggy

how much should you reduce your speed by in on packed snow?

cut it in half

what does a safety belt do/help with?

helps protect you on all trips, protects from being thrown around in the car in the event of a crash, will help prevent being thrown toward the side of the crash

exhaust system of a car definition

helps reduce the noise from the engine, helps cool the hot gases coming from the engine, and moves these gases to the rear of the vehicle

suspension system of a car definition

helps you control the vehicle and provides a comfortable ride over varying road surfaces

implied consent law

if a police or traffic officer asks you to take a PAC test, you must comply. If you refuse, the officer must arrest you for violation of the Implied Consent Law

when must you report a crash to a law enforcement?

if there is an injury, a death or property damage of $1,000 or more to any one person's property, or property damage of $200 or more to government property

route number signs

indicate the type of roadway(interstate,U.S., state, city, or country)

why is drinking and driving dangerous?

it affects the areas of your brain that control judgement and skill, slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see clearly, makes you less alert

why is fatigue bad when driving?

it takes longer to make decisions

what should you do if you have a power failure

keep a strong grip on the steering wheel, leave the key on the "on" position, pull off the roadway

what should your do if your gas pedal sticks?

keep eyes on road, shift to neutral, pull off road, turn off engine

as a general rule, what side of the street should you pass on?

left

on roads with multiple lanes, which one should be used to pass?

left-most lane

what do high beams do?

let you see twice as far as low beams

if you are involved in a crash with a parked vehicle, what do you need to do?

locate the owner of the car you hit, if you cannot find them, leave a note in a place where it can be easily seen with information on how the owner can reach you, the date and time of the crash

what to do if you are hit by a deer

make sure vehicle is safe to dive if not get assistance, get vehicle off road is possible, record the time, place and other circumstances for insurance purposes, if you hit a deer you are entitled to keep it(if you don;t want it the next motorist on the scene is entitled to keep it but first must get a tag for it), if you decide to leave it you must contact your local law enforcement

reserved lanes

marked by signs stating the lane is reserved for special use, often have a white diamond posted at the side of the road and/or painted on the road surface. it is illegal to drive in these lanes if you don't have that type of vechicle

red arrow meaning

means the same thing as a red traffic light

dashed white lines

means you can cross the lines to pass or change lanes if safe to do so

solid white line

means you should stay in your lane unless a special situation requires you to change lanes

why shouldn't you drink alcohol while taking medications?

medications may multiply the effects of alcohol or have additional effects of their own

what are the penalties for your second OWI conviction?

minimum of one year revocation, time in jail, all the vehicles that have your name on the title will be installed with an ignition lock

ramp meters purpose

more evenly space the number of vehicles merging with traffic already on the freeway

If you are stopped and your view of a cross street is blocked, what should you do?

slowly move ahead and stop again before entering the intersection, check for cross traffic and pedestrians before proceeding

destination signs(color/shape)

square or rectangular and are green or brown with white lettering and show directions and distance to various places(cities, airports, parks, historical areas, museumes)

regulatory signs(color/shape/purpose)

square,rectangular, or have a special shape and are usually white or red with black red or white , green letters/symbols- tell you the requirements for stopping, yielding, traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed limits, turning, parking and other special situations

what should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

stay off the break(or you will skid more), turn the steering wheel in the direction you want to go and as soon as the vehicle straightens out turn the wheel back the other way, continue to turn the wheel left and right until the vehicle is moving down the road in your control

how should you steer to avoid a crash without ABS?

step on the brake pedal, then let up and turn the steering wheel

yellow arrow meaning

stop if safe to do so

what should you do if you have a headlight failure

try the headlight switch a few times, put on the emergency flashers/turn signals/fog lights, pull off the road as soon as possible

flashing yellow arrow meaning

turns are permitted(allowed) but you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians then proceed with cation

how long is a probationary license valid for?

two years from your next birthday

occupational drivers license definition and how many hours you are able to drive a day and a week)

type of restricted license issued to individuals whose driver license has been suspended, revoked or denied(allows you to drive up to 12 hours a day and 60 hours a week)

how much could you get fined for if you have fake liability insurance?

up to $5,000 fine

how much could you get fined for if you don't have liability insurance?

up to $500 fine

for an average adult, how long does it take to get rid of each drink of alcohol in their body?

up to 2 hours

what are the penalties for your third OWI conviction?

vehicle could be seized

if you come to an intersection and there are no signs or traffic lights, who must you yield to?

vehicles coming from the right

railroad crossings warning signs

warn you that a train might be near, don't try to beat a train or shift gears in the middle of the track or you could get stuck

when must you yield to pedestrians?

when they are in or about to enter the crosswalk

when can you drive in a reserved lane?

when you are withing half a block of where you plan to turn

when do you know it is safe to return back to your lane after you passed another vehicle?

when you can see both headlights of the vehicle you just passed in your rear-view mirror

hydroplaning definition

when your tires start to ride up on the water

when should you dim your high beams?

whenever you come within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle

what are the penalties for your first OWI conviction?

will be fined, driving privilege will be revoked for at least 6 months,

what does ABS do?

will help you stop with less or no skidding by keeping the wheels from locking up

what happens if you get 6 demerit points in a 12 month period?

will receive a warning letter that will tell you how to reduce points by 3 by completing an approved traffic safety course

warning signs(shape,color,what they do)

yellow with black or symbols and most are diamond shaped. they warn you about special hazards/situations

should you yield the right of way to livestock on the highway?

yes

can diabetics drive?

yes, but only if there is a chance that they will not have a reaction to the insulin

dashed yellow lines(passing)

you can pass but watch for oncoming traffic

If the law enforcement agency does not investigate the crash or file a report what do you need to do?

you need to file a report online within 10 days

how do the signals in a metered ramp work?

you should pull completely up to the white stop line so your tires will trigger the sensors in the pavement to change the light from red to green(each lane takes turns with changing to green, DON'T squeeze in with another persons green light)

how many points start on your driving record?

zero

when changing lanes, what should you do?

• Look in your rear view and side mirrors. • Make sure there are no vehicles in the lane you want to enter. • Make sure nobody is about to pass you

how to make a Y-turn

1. Check for traffic in your mirrors and blind spot. Signal right. Pull as far right as possible and stop. 2. Check traffic in mirrors and blind spot. When the way is clear, signal left. Make a left-angle turn to the opposite curb or side of the road. 3. Check traffic to left and right. Turn front wheels as far right as possible. Looking behind the vehicle, back far enough so the vehicle clears the curb when you pull forward. 4. Check traffic to left and right and proceed when the way is clear.

how to parallel park

1. Check traffic in rear-view mirrors as you slow. Put your turn signal on. Stop even with the vehicle ahead and about 2 feet away from it. 2. Turn wheels right and slowly back toward the vehicle behind. As the front door passes the back bumper of the vehicle ahead, straighten the wheels and continue to back straight. 3. When clear of the vehicle ahead, turn wheels sharply left and back slowly to the vehicle behind. Be looking to the sidewalk area and towards the vehicle behind you. 4. Turn wheels right and pull toward the center of the parking space. Straighten wheels unless you are on a hill. When the maneuver is finished, your vehicle should be within 12 inches of the curb or edge of the road, and at least 2 feet away from parked vehicles

steps for driving in a roundabout

1. Slow down. Obey traffic signs. 2. Yield to pedestrians and bicyclists. 3. Yield to traffic on your left already in the roundabout. 4. Enter the roundabout when there is a safe gap in traffic. 5. Keep your speed low within the roundabout. 6. As you approach your exit, turn on your right turn signal. 7. Yield to pedestrians and bicycles as you exit

restrictions on probationary license

1.)from 5a.m-midnight: can drive anywhere alone, any family members can ride along and one person who holds a valid regular license for 2 years AND is a qualified instructor 19+ OR, a person 21+, and one other person 2.) from midnight-5a.m: can drive alone if driving from school, work, or home. if driving with someone else they can be a parent/guardian, one person who holds a valid license for 2 years AND is a qualified instructor 19+, OR a person 21+. also can have any family members ride along with you

how many feet within a fire hydrant can you park if there are no no parking signs?

10 feet

on a wet road how much should you reduce your speed by?

10 mph

how many seconds of a gap do you need to pass?

10 seconds

how far ahead should you look in an open highway?

10-15 seconds

how many seconds ahead should you always be looking while driving?

10-15 seconds

how many feet should you signal before your intended turn?

100 feet

how long is a instruction permit good for?

12 months (and all the other requirements for obtaining a class D drivers license)

instruction permit requirements

15 1/2 years old, and pass the highway and sign test

how many feet away from an intersection or crosswalk can you park if there are no no parking signs?

15 feet

how many feet within a fire station driveway can you park if there are no no parking signs?

15 feet

speed limit within a school zone or school crossing when children and/or a crossing guard are present, in an

15mph

requirements of obtaining a class D drivers license

16 years old, present proof of US citizenship(birth certificate, passport), name and date of birth,(valid US passport), identity(social security card), proof of WI residency(bank statement, utility bills), social security number. completed drivers ed course, and have an adult sponser for completing that, pass driver license test, turn in out of state license, pay all fees, have no suspentions in other states, meet all medical requiremnts

habitual defender definition

If you are convicted of 4 or more major traffic violations or 12 or more minor violations within 5 years, the DMV will declare you a habitual offender. Your priveledge will be revoked for 5 years

instruction permit definition

If you have not previously held a driver license, you must first get an instruction permit at a DMV Service Center(temps)

Forward-facing child safety seat in the back seat requirements

Is 1-4 years-old Weights 20-40 pounds

safety belt requirements

Is 8 years-old or older OR Weighs 80 or more pounds OR Is 57 inches or taller

Booster seat requirements

Is at least 4 years-old but, less than 8 years-old Weighs at least 40 pounds but, less than 80 pounds Is not 57 inches (4 feet, 9 inches) or taller

Rear-facing child safety seat in the back seat requirements

Is less than 1 year-old OR Weighs less than 20 pounds.

solid or dashed yellow lane on roadway meaning

LEFT edge of traffic lane going in your direction

pavement markings

Lines and symbols on the roadway divide it into lanes, tell you when you may pass other vehicles or change lanes, and which lanes to use for turns. They define pedestrian walkways and show where you must stop for signs or traffic signals

yellow lane markings

Lines separating traffic moving in opposite directions

funeral possessions right of way

Only the first vehicle in a funeral procession must obey traffic signs and signals, vehicles in possesion must have headlights on, don't cut into one

solid white line on edge of roadway meaning

RIGHT edge of traffic lane on a road

probationary license requirements

UNDER 18: 1. Present proof of completing an approved driver education class, and 2. Have had an instruction permit for a minimum of six months, and 3. Have accumulated 30 hours of behind-the-wheel driving experience (10 of the 30 hours must be at night), and up to 5 hours of behind the wheel with a qualified instructor 4.)no traffic violations 6 months prior 5.) have parent sponsor the completion of 30 hours driving 6.)pass driving and skills test 7.)pay required fees

when should you lightly tap your horn?

When a person on foot or on a bicycle appears to be moving into your lane of travel, when you are passing a driver who starts to turn into your lane, when a driver is not paying attention or may have trouble seeing you, when coming to a place where you cannot see what is ahead(a steep hill, a sharp curve or exiting a narrow alley)

when to blast your horn

When another vehicle is in danger of hitting you, when you have lost control of your vehicle and are moving towards someone

restrictions on instruction permit

You may drive only when you are accompanied by a person with two years driving experience who holds a valid regular license and sits in the passenger seat and is an instructor 19+(3 people can ride along), OR parent, guardian or spouse 19+(with family members in the backseat), OR a person 21+.

on ice how fast should you drive?

a crawl

what are bicyclists in tilted to? how many feet should you leave between you and them to pass?

a full lane, leave 3 feet of room to pass

truck apron

a paved area on the inside of the roundabout for the rear wheels of large trucks to use when turning(cannot be used by cars)

when can a suspended license be reinstated

after the end of the suspension period and after the reinstatment fee is paid

when can you NOT make a U-turrn?

any intersection where a police officer is controlling traffic, in mid block on any street in a business district, or in the middle of a main highway in a residential district, upon a curve, any place where a U-turn cannot be made safety or any place where there are signs saying you cannot make that type of a turn

intersection definition

any place where traffic merges or crosses

what should you do to break if your car doesn't have ABS?

apply the breaks as hard as you can without locking them, as soon as the vehicle stops skidding, push down on the brake pedal again (keep doing this until the vehicle has stopped)

where should you stop if there is no marked stop line or crosswalk?

at a point nearest the intersecting roadway where you have a clear view of approaching traffic, but before entering the intersection

guide signs

help you navigate and inform you of services available

reversible lanes(and what each colored lane X sign means)

designed to carry traffic in one direction at certain times, and in the opposite direction at other times. usually marked by double-dashed yellow lines. signs are posted by the side of the road or overhead, special lights are often used(green arrow=can use lane beneath it, red x means you cannot, flashing yellow x=lane only used for turning, steady yellow x=lane is changing and you should get out of it)

blue reference markers

designed to improve emergency responses to highway incidents, each one includes the direction of travel, route number, and mile number

construction signs(color/shape)

diamond or rectangular shaped, orange with black letters or symbols that warn you about people working near or on the roadway,TRAFFIC FINES DOUBLE IN WORK AREAS

how should you steer to avoid a crash with ABS?

don't jerk the steering wheel while braking

what happens if you get 12 or more demerit points in a 12 month period?

driving privileged will be suspended or revoked

when are deer most active?

dusk and dawn in October and November

what should you do If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road?

ease foot off of gas pedal, keep wheels straight, do not stop or turn until your wheels are gripping the road again

how often should you check your mirrors?

every 6-8 seconds

when should you use your turn signals?

every time you change direction(change lanes, turn left and right, merge, park, passing another vehicle)

what should you do if your in the middle of an intersection and the light turns red?

finish completing the turn

probationary license definition

first license issued to new drivers regardless of age

what to do if a driver fails to dim their high beams

flash your high beams to let them know, if they still don't dim their lights then look toward the right side of the road

when to use low beams

fog, snowing or raining hard

what is WI law with head lights?

from 1/2 an hour after sunset and 1/2 hour before sunrise, and any other time you cannot see a vehicle or person on the roadway within 500 feet

what is the hand/arm possession for stopping?

hand pointing down

what is the hand/arm possession for a left tun?

hand pointing straight out

what is the hand/arm possession for a right turn?

hand pointing up

cross buck meaning

has the same meaning as a yield sign, must yield to trains

what to do when there are emergency vehicles in a roundabout?

have NOT entered the roundabout-pull over,allow them to pass are in the roundabout- continue to exit, then pull over

what should you do if you are involved in a crash?

stop vehicle at or near the crash site get out but don't stand in a traffic lane, turn off ignition of wrecked vehicles, don't smoke, stay away from power lines, use warning devices to alert traffic, call the police and 911, help any injured first who is not walking or talking(don't give them water, but cover them with a blanket if possible to prevent shock)

what do traffic signs tell you

tell you about traffic rules, hazards, where you are, and how to get where you want to go, where services are located

speed limit signs

tell you the maximum speed allowed, the minimum speed required, or a change in speed limit. (the max. speed limit should only be driven in in ideal conditions)

lane use control signs

tell you where you can turn or what direction you can turn from a certain lane, often use an arrow symbol

at a four-way stop, who gets to go first?

the driver who reaches the intersection first(after coming to a complete stop)

what is alcohol concentration?

the percentage of alcohol in your body and is usually determined by a breath, blood or urine test

if your hit from the side, where will your body be thrown?

the side that is hit

steady yellow traffic light meaning

the traffic light is about to change to red, must stop if safe to do so, if in the middle on the intersection when the light turns red don't stop, keep going

at a four-way stop what happens if 2 vehicles arrive at the same time?

the vehicle to the right goes first

why are roundabouts becoming more common in the US?

they provide safer and more efficient traffic flow than standard intersections

what should you do if your tire blows out?

tightly grip steering wheel and keep vehicle going straight, slow down but don't apply the breaks until the vehicle has almost stopped, pull off to a safe place

examples of traffic control signs

traffic signs/signals, pavements markings, also provided by a law enforcement, highway personnel or school crossing guards(must obey signs from these people even if the traffic lights say different)