Drivers ed (module 2)

- glance frequently as far ahead as possible - check your rearview mirrors - check your sideview mirrors

When driving, you should

10 inches

When seated properly, the driver should be at least ____ inches from the steering wheel.

3-6 inches from the curb

When the pavement line or curb appears to run through the middle of the vehicle's hood, the right side of the vehicle is

Cruise control

- allows a driver to select and travel at a set speed - works at speeds above 25 mph - should not be used on slippery surfaces

rear

Acceleration results in weight transfer

false

All vehicles have adjustable head restraints.

prior to evasive steering

Controlled braking should be done

- reduces excessive steering - helps protect the driver from airbag injuries - improves vehicle stability

Driving with the hands in the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position

false

If the driver needs to adjust the defroster, he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily.

true

In the contemporary (BGE) mirror setting, the sideview mirror is set to see the lane next to your vehicle.

when backing

One hand steering is recommended

false

The BGE mirror is always the best mirror setting.

true

The driver should set accessories before putting the vehicle in drive.

just above the ears

The head restraint should be adjusted

hand over hand

The steering technique best suited in limited space maneuvers is

False (downward)

The steering wheel should be adjusted upward.

false

The turn signal will always cancel after a turn.

central

The vision used to judge depth and position is

weekly

Tire pressure should be checked

true

When seated properly, the driver's chin should be above the steering wheel.

- precise steering - smooth acceleration - controlled braking

Vehicle balance is maintained through

pitch

Weight transfer forward or backward is known as

Roll

Weight transfer from side to side is known as

false

When backing, the driver should turn the steering wheel to the right in order to back to the left.

true

When securing the vehicle, the parking brake should be set before placing the vehicle in Park.

true

When the daytime running lights are in use, the tail lights are not on.

true

When using the accelerator and brake pedal, the heel of the foot should remain on the floor.

check tire tread depth with a penny

Which of the following is NOT a necessary step when approaching a vehicle?

- a vehicle passing should appear in the sideview mirror before it leaves the rearview mirror - glare from the lights of a passing vehicle is reduced - a vehicle will appear in the drivers peripheral vision before leaving the sideview mirror

With the BGE mirror setting,

Preventative maintenance

the routine care you give your vehicle is outlined in the owner's manual includes checking fluids

whiplash injuries

Head restraints are designed to help reduce

closed area

If there is a restriction within your line of sight, it is known as

front

If understeer occurs, weight should be transferred to the

true

Pedal extensions are available to allow short drivers to maintain a safe distance from the steering wheel.

vehicles in the other lanes

The side view mirrors should be adjusted so that while driving the driver can see

- a fixed object ahead - located in the center of your path of travel - 20 - 30 seconds ahead on an expressway

Your target is

true

Gears below drive, provide more engine power.

through the front window (near the mirror)

If the front bumper is 3-6 inches from the curb line, the line of sight will extend from the driver

the distance you can see ahead in the direction you are looking

Line of sight is

true

Blind spots are areas you cannot see in either your mirrors or peripheral vision.

true

Blindzones are greatly reduced by the use of contemporary (BGE) mirror settings.

threshold braking

Braking just short of lockup is known as

forward

Braking results in weight transfer

the vehicle is stationary

Ideal vehicle balance is reached when

by extending the arm over the steering wheel until the top of the steering wheel is in line with the wrist joint

One method of determining correct distance from the steering wheel is

true

Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off.

to judge your vehicle's position ) because there are areas around the vehicle which cannot be seen from the driver's seat

Reference points are necessary

false

Reference points are the same for all drivers.

true

Safety experts recommend the use of headlights whenever the vehicle is moving.

right

Steering input to the left will result in weight transfer

true

The following is the correct procedure for securing a vehicle:(1)stop, (2)set parking brake, (3)place gear selector in park, (4)turn off accessories,(5)turn ignition off, lock ignition and remove key, (6)remove occupant restraints, (7)check traffic and exit vehicle, (8)secure doors

3

The lane position for a right turn is

across the hips

The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly

3000-5,000 miles

The oil should be changed every

false (1 car length)

The pavement area in front of the vehicle which cannot be seen by the driver is about 3 car lengths.

true

The rearview mirror should be adjusted to frame the back windshield.

Push/Pull/Feed

The steering technique best suited for maintaining vehicle balance is

true

To correctly adjust the sideview mirrors using the BGE setting, the driver will need to place his/her head against the side window.