Drivers ed part 3
How many accidents occur each year due to fatigue?
100,000
What type of driver is LEAST at-risk for drowsy driving?
A driver with a passenger
What are the 4 ways to avoid an aggressive driver?
Avoid eye contact Change lanes Get off Freeway/Interstate Call for help
Alcohol is NOT removed from the body in this way
coffee
When driving in fog, you should use your
low beam headlights
Become familiar with a vehicle by reading the
owner's manual
Road rage occurs when a driver
uses the vehicle or object to threaten another driver
Which of the following behind the wheel behavior is not a result of a drivers emotions?
All behavior can be a result of emotions
_______ is the concentration of alcohol in a person's bloodstream
BAC
Automobile accident injuries are always immediately noticeable
false
Anger is the basis for rage.
true
Our youngest and most inexperienced drivers are most at risk, with ___% of all distracted driving crashes involving drivers under 20
16
If you fail a certified chemical test, your driving privileges may be suspended for up to ________ once the BMV receives an affidavit from a court, containing the results of the failed test.
180 days
Properly inflated tires can increase gas mileage by as much as
3 %
Drivers who use a hand-held device are ___ times more likely to get into a crash serious enough to cause injury
4
Sending or receiving texts takes a driver's eyes from the road for an average of ______ seconds
4.6
The accelerator can be used to avoid crashes at intersections and in
merging situations
To avoid a collision, you may have to make a sudden change in the vehicle's ______________ and ________________
speed and direction
inattention to the roadway can cause a serious crash for you and others
true
The following are all examples of aggressive driving except
yelling at other drivers
Among all collisions in Indiana, ________________ is the most common primary factor
failure to yield right-of-way
Alcohol tends to produce less aggressive behavior and, thus, better decisions
false
Drivers whose attention becomes diverted from the driving task are less likely to experience a crash
false
Eight-sided traffic signs warn drivers that they are entering an area near a school in which children may be crossing the road.
false
Guide signs help you avoid surprise situations. "Warning" "Danger ahead" "Prepare to slow down
false
If ever confronted by an aggressive driver you should try to calm them down.
false
traction control is designed to activate accelerator sensors which do not allow the wheels to spin
false
typically the time to recover from glare decreases with age
false
Fatigue can cause which of the following?
impaired reaction time
A/An ______________________ mechanically tests your blood alcohol content level before your car can be started
interlock device
if the engine overheats while driving
Turn air conditioner off if it is on Turn on the heater to draw heat off the engine Do not open the radiator cap Turn engine off
MADD stands for
Mothers Against Drunk Driving
Passengers can influence the way a driver thinks, feels, acts, and drives
true
If someone has been drinking and is considering driving
-Have him/her stay overnight, if possible -Call a cab -Arrange for a driver who has not been drinking -Take his/her keys away
If your hood flies up while driving
-Look through the space at the bottom of your windshield. -Steer to the side of the road. -Secure the hood
Additional steps to take after a collision include
-Make a sketch of the collision scene -Record witnesses' names and addresses -Record such facts as time, date, location, weather and driving conditions
Causes of skids are
Accelerating too hard Braking too hard Slippery surfaces Steering too much or too quickly Entering a curve with too much speed
Which is not a warning sign of drowsy driving?
Feeling excited, euphoric, or overly happy
Which type of driver is least likely to become drowsy?
Persons 65+ years old
The proof of financial responsibility/insurance is known as the Certificate of
compliance
A simple item that can be used to detect tire tread depth is a
penny
Slowed _____________ may cause drivers to be delayed in perceiving or completely fail to perceive an important traffic event
perception
_________ judgments often result in collisions
poor
__________ is the only medically-proven method to remove alcohol or other drug combinations from the system
time
The ability to maintain the vehicle in a given line is called
tracking ability
A driver's goal should be to eliminate all in-vehicle distractions before driving begins
true
A driver's mood may cause him/her to take unnecessary risks or be so lethargic as to fail to act correctly in a dangerous situation
true
A unsafe condition or potential accident, without a consequence can lead to repeated unsafe behavior or even increased level of risk the next time
true
If hydroplaning occurs
-Steer no more than necessary, continue to look and steer where you want to go -Ease off the accelerator gradually, decrease speed until your tires regain traction -Do not brake until traction has been restored
If you are signaled to pull over by law enforcement, which of these should you NOT do
Dig in the glove compartment or under the seat for your license and registration (the officer will appreciate you having it ready as they approach!)
Young drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 with a BAC of .02 to .05 percent (one to two drinks) are at least seven times more likely to be killed in a crash than a sober driver of any age
true
Young people who drink and drive have a greater chance of being in a crash than older drivers because alcohol usually affects young people more and young people have little experience in both drinking and driving
true
properly buckling children and giving them books, toys, or games to occupy them can help prevent distractions prior to driving
true
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety suggests that when a driver's eyes are drawn away from the driving scene ahead for more than __________ seconds, the odds of being in a crash or near-crash DOUBLE
two
If you refuse to submit to a certified chemical test conducted by a law enforcement officer your driver's license may be confiscated and your driving privileges may be suspended for up to
two years
Look for _______________ appearing across the tire as a sign that tires need to be replaced
wear bars
_____________ color means have the problem repaired within a reasonable time
yellow
Common pre-conviction suspensions for operating a vehicle while intoxicated include
refusal of a certified chemical test failure of a certified chemical test
When a person continually looks all around the scene., this is referred to as
rubber-necking
Which is a cause of fatigue?
strain repetitive tasks illness lack of sleep
Which of the following does NOT prevent distractions prior to driving
take food...you might get hungry
______________________ has literally eliminated the facial disfigurement associated with partial ejection through laminated plate glass formerly used in windshields
tempered glass plate
Anti-lock brakes do not necessarily shorten stopping distance on dry pavement, but generally shorten stopping distances on wet surfaces where traction loss can be a serious problem
true
Any change a drug produces may also cause a lessening of driving ability
true
Any non-driving activity you engage in is a potential distraction and increases your risk of crashing
true
Driver distractions or inattentive driving are estimated to play a part in one out of every four vehicle crashes
true
Driving drowsy is similar to driving drunk
true
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) compares where a driver is steering the vehicle with where the vehicle is actually going
true
Evidence shows that drivers whose attention is diverted away from the driving task are at increased risk of being in a crash
true
High traffic areas can have an affect on the emotional status of roadway users
true
If an animal runs out in front of you, try to slow, honk your horn, and alert it to move out of the roadway quickly
true
If you are involved in a traffic accident, you should stop immediately at or as close to the scene as possible
true
It is best to not drive, or have someone else drive if you are upset
true
It is much better to not deal with distractions at all than to have to address distractions in a moving vehicle
true
It is usually better to use evasive steering than braking because a driver can steer the vehicle quicker than s/he can stop it
true
Leaving the scene of an accident could result in being charged with a crime
true
Nearly half a million people are injured each year due to distracted driving
true
Red color means stop as soon as possible and have the problem repaired
true
Securing commitments from other occupants to behave responsibly and to support the driver in reducing distractions is one way to prevent distractions ahead of time, before driving
true
Texting drivers are 23 times more likely to get involved in a crash
true
Texting may be even more dangerous than talking on a cell phone since the driver must often take his/her eyes off the roadway to look at the small screen on the phone
true
The best way to avoid drowsy driving is to get adequate sleep (8-9 hours for adults
true
The goal of emotional control is to recognize and understand your mental and physical limitations and drive within those limits
true
Traction or adhesion is the grip between the tires and the road surface that allows a vehicle to start, stop and/or change direction
true
When a driver who is younger than 18 years of age is cited for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, the Juvenile Court may recommend a suspension of his or her driving privileges
true
When drivers realize they are skidding, they should look for an open path of travel and release the accelerator or brake pedal to regain vehicle balance
true
Which method(s) are effective in helping a driver stay alert? (choose all that apply)
Protect your eyes from glare by using the visor, or sun glasses. Avoid heavy foods. Take breaks
What is it called when your eyes stay open, but your brain falls asleep?
micro-sleep
You may NOT drive with passengers in the car unless one of the following individuals is seated in your vehicle's front passenger seat
-a certified driving instructor -an individual who is 25 years of age or older and has a valid driver's license -parent, guardian, or step-parent who is 25 years of age or older
Some studies show that for each additional passenger in the vehicle, a new driver is ______% more likely to be in a crash
100
isk of collision increases by up to _______% when talking on a cell phone while driving. (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)
400 %
If you are convicted of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated or with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more, a court is required to suspend your driving privileges for at least ____ days, even if it is your first offense
90
Quick steering is often preferable to a stop when
Stopping distance is questionable There are cars close behind There is space to the side - a paved shoulder is safest
If there is no space to the side or the driver has not identified a space, a driver must brake to avoid a collision. In many cases, the best action is a combination of braking and
evasive steering
All potentially distracting events occur within the vehicle
false
Drinking black coffee, taking a cold shower, or exercising can reduce BAC
false
Research indicates that the burden of talking on a cell phone - even if it's hands-free - saps the brain of 25% of the energy it would ordinarily devote to safe driving
false
Swatting at an insect or taking your eyes off the road due to distractions caused by insects is what needs to be done if the situation warrants it
false
The first indication of traction loss should be sensory stimulus generated by sight
false
The lower the blood alcohol concentration (BAC), the greater the risk of being involved in a fatal crash
false
The slower a drinker consumes alcohol, the more quickly BAC will reach its peak
false
Traction control is designed to activate accelerator sensors which do not allow thewheels to spin
false
You should swerve left (into oncoming traffic) to avoid hitting an animal
false
if you know you were at fault for an accident, that should be communicated to the other people involved, as well as to the police
false
After drinking, drivers tend to lose
fine muscle control
Which of the following would not have a potential affect on your ability to drive
gumball
A tire blowout is a rapid deflation of air from the tire. If a front tire blows out, the vehicle will pull sharply __________ the direction of the blowout
in