Drivers Ed Test 17

What should you say to the other driver and passengers?

"Are you ok?" or "Can I help?"

"You must report a crash in Wisconsin if there is an injury, death, or property damage exceeding

$1000

What are the odds of dying while skydiving?

1/133,000

What are the odds of dying from a car crash with no seat belt?

1/2

Why do you need to answer 911 operators questions to the best of your abilities?

Answering these questions may get help to you much sooner

What is the last thing you do when you get into a crash?

Call your insurance company.

What's the difference between a collision and a crash?

Collisions are when two cars hit each other, and crashes are when a car hits a stationary object.

Which of the following best describes the term 'rubbernecking'?

Introduct when you slow down and stare at a crash on the side of the road, backing up traffic

If you're not paying attention to an approaching emergency vehicle and you don't get out of their way as quickly as possible, what can happen?

It could be the difference between someone living and someone dying

Whether it was your fault or you're just sorry it happened, why shouldn't you apologize to the other driver at the scene of a crash?

It makes the legal side of things much more complicated later on.

What is the rule for moving vehicles off the road after a crash?

Move any vehicles that are blocking traffic and are able to be moved (not totaled)

"If you get into a car crash, what should you do?

Remain at the scene, call the police, and move your car out of the road if you can do so

What is the first thing to do if you get into a collision?

Stay calm, without yelling or arguing.

What is something that can help you collect your thoughts and emotions if you are involved in a crash?

Take a deep breath and close your eyes for a moment before doing anything.

What does it mean to compromise at a fender bender incident?

The drivers agree to let it go and part ways without exchanging information.

Why don't drivers usually move over quick enough for emergency vehicles?

They aren't paying attention.

Why shouldn't you discuss fault at the scene of a crash?

This is not your job, and it can complicate things later

You may leave the scene of a crash if.

You may not.

Why should you always collect the other driver's information in a fender-bender?

You never know if the other driver might report you for hitting and running.

When exchanging information with the other driver, why should you take pictures of their license, personal, and insurance information instead of writing it down (if possible)?

You want to make sure everything is legible.

What is a fender-bender?

a light bump, usually in a parking lot, that creates little to no damage to the vehicles

Most people refer to a car when it was really a

accident, crash or collision

The likelihood of following all rules and regulations while driving when your with friends as opposed to family or parents

decreases

What is the only document you may sign at the scene of a crash?

documents that police officers give you

You need to report fender-benders.

false

Inexperience coupled with can be deadly on the road.

immaturity

Do not steer in an emergency, because it may lead you into oncoming traffic.

left

The first few have the highest driver.

months

When can you speak online about a crash you're involved in?

never

New drivers tend to do what about their driving ability?

overestimate it

If you can, you should always aim for this type of impact because it typically results in less serious injuries.

side impact

You should only move an injured person if.

there is an immediate danger of another collision or if there is a fire

Every second counts when there's an emergency

true

You must follow any instructions given by emergency responders in the event of collision.

true

The chance of crashing is for a 16 year old as it is for an 18 or 19 year old.

twice as high

If you don't exchange information, how can the other driver find you to make a big legal deal later?

writing down or taking a picture of your license plate number

What is something you do NOT have to take pictures of at the scene of a crash?

your license