Georgia DDA 6-Hour Defensive Driver & Driver Improvement

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Question #13 Session 4 The average reaction time for drivers paying close attention is - ~ 1 second ~ .25 of a second ~ .75 of a second ~ Immediate - paying close attention enables this

.75 of a second

Question #17 Final Exam The average reaction time for drivers paying close attention is - ~ 1 second ~ .25 of a second ~ .75 of a second ~ Immediate - paying close attention enables this

.75 of a second

Question #6 Session 3 The minimum tire tread depth acceptable by law is - ~ 1/2 inch ~ 1/4 inch ~ 2/32 inch ~ 1/2 of a penny's diameter

2/32 inch

Question #11 Session 1 To obtain a license, you must pass the vision exam with at least ~ 20/20 vision ~ 20/30 vision ~ 20/60 vision ~ It doesn't matter as long as you have glasses or contact lenses

20/60 vision

Question #6 Session 1 The general maximum speed for driving on roads in urban and residential locations is? ~ 45mph ~ 50mph ~ 55mph ~ 30mph

30mph

Question #9 Session 1 The impact of a collision at 60mph is how many times greater than at 30mph? ~ 4 times greater ~ 6 times greater ~ 10 time greater ~ Twice as much

4 times greater

Question #24 Final Exam According to the CDC, your eyes are taken off the road for how many seconds when you read or send a text? ~ 2 seconds ~ 5 seconds ~ 10 seconds ~ Not at all if the phone is held up correctly

5 seconds

Question #7 Session 4 On interstates, your following distance should be at least - ~ 3 seconds ~ 5 seconds ~ 7 seconds ~ 50 feet

5 seconds

Question #7 Session 5 According to the CDC, your eyes are taken off the road for how many seconds when you read or send a text? ~ 2 seconds ~ 5 seconds ~ 10 seconds ~ Not at all if the phone is held up correctly

5 seconds

Question #5 Session 2 Every year you have a _% chance of being involved in an automobile accident. ~ 1% ~ 9% ~ 15% ~ 20%

9%

Question #2 Session 5 Two every day maneuvers that are associated with very high accident rates include - ~ A. Backing up - driving in reverse ~ B. Using your turn signal improperly ~ C. Accelerating hard from a stop sign ~ B & C ~ A & B ~ A & C

A & B

Question #5 Session 3 You should check which of the following weekly? ~ A - Oil ~ B - Tires ~ C - Brake fluid ~ A and B ~ A, B and C

A and B

Question #1 Session 1 Driving a vehicle on public roads is best descirbed as? ~ My God given right as a citizen ~ A privilege that can be taken away by the State ~ A privilege that can be granted by the US Federal Government ~ A race to beat all other drivers

A privilege that can be taken away by the State

Question #13 Final Exam Turn Signals must be used in which of the following situations? ~ A - When changing lanes on the highway ~ B - When making a turn off a main road to a side road ~ C - When turning onto a road from a parking lot ~ A and B only ~ A, B and C

A, B and C

Question #14 Session 4 When entering a controlled access highway via an on-ramp and merging with traffic it is best to - ~ Accelerate relative to the traffic flow ~ Be moving slower than the traffic flow ~ Wait for someone to motion for you to merge ~ Turn your head to look behind you

Accelerate relative to the traffic flow

Question #11 Session 3 Clear water leaking from the underside of your vehicle is likely coming from what? ~ An oil leak ~ Leaking transmission fluid ~ Air conditioning condensation draining ~ A leaking coolant system

Air conditioning condensation draining

Question #10 Session 1 During the Drivers License road test you may be asked to ~ Parallel park your vehicle ~ Back up in a straight line ~ Use good posture ~ Demonstrate proper hand placement ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #11 Session 5 Choose the common causes of collisions. ~ Vehicle failure ~ Animals ~ Weather ~ Failure to yield right of way ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #12 Session 4 Which of the following is correct relative to speed and your risk of death in an accident? ~ At 60mph, your risk of death doubles over that at 50mph ~ At 70mph, your risk of death is 4 times that at 50mph ~ At 80mph, your risk of death is 8 times that at 50mph ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #13 Session 2 Which of the following are strategies a Defensive Driver may employ in anticipating the correct reaction to another drivers potential actions? ~ What should I do if another driver swerves into my lane? ~ How should I react if the driver in front of me slams on his breaks? ~ What if that driver cuts me off? ~ What will I do if that car blows a tire? ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #13 Session 5 Which of the following is a correct statement relative to driving under the influence? ~ The average drunk driver drives drunk 80 times before being arrested. ~ At any given moment, you share the roads with 300,000 drunk drivers ~ 2 out of 3 people will be affected by impaired drivers in their lifetime ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #14 Session 1 Which of the following must you do if you are involved in an accident? ~ If your car is drivable, move it off the roadway to a safe place ~ Call the police if the property damage is more than $500 or if anyone is injured or killed ~ If possible, help anyone who is injured ~ Exchange personal contact information and insurance details with those involved in the accident ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #14 Session 2 Which of the following are hazards associated with prescription drug use while driving? ~ Drowsiness and disorientation ~ Negative effects on judgement or concentration ~ Possible unexpected interactions between drugs that cause coordination problems ~All of the above

All of the above

Question #18 Final Exam Which of the following is correct relative to speed and your risk of death in an accident? ~ At 60mph, your risk of death doubles over that at 50mph ~ At 70mph, your risk of death is 4 times that at 50mph ~ At 80mph, your risk of death is 8 times that at 50mph ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #22 Final Exam Which of the following is a correct statement relative to driving under the influence? ~ The average drunk driver drives drunk 80 times before being arrested. ~ At any given moment, you share the roads with 300,000 drunk drivers ~ 2 out of 3 people will be affected by impaired drivers in their lifetime ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #23 Final Exam Which of the following are true relative to cell phone use while driving? ~ 660,000 drivers per day use their cell phone while driving ~ Cell phone use leads to 1.6 million accidents per year ~ 11 teenagers die each day due to texting while driving ~ Texting while driving is 6 times more likely to cause an auto accident than drunk driving ~ All of the above.

All of the above

Question #25 Final Exam Distracted driving includes which of the following? ~ Eating and drinking ~ Passengers and pets ~ Adjusting the radio ~ Using your smart phone for anything ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #7 Final Exam Which of the following are strategies a Defensive Driver may employ in anticipating the correct reaction to another drivers potential actions? ~ What should I do if another driver swerves into my lane? ~ How should I react if the driver in front of me slams on his brakes? ~ What if that driver cuts me off? ~ What will I do if that car blows a tire? ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #8 Session 2 Which of the following is a correct step to becoming a Defensive Driver? ~ Be courteous to other drivers ~ Always make safety a priority when operating a vehicle ~ Begin every driving experience by reducing stress ~ Obey all traffic laws and rules of the road ~All of the above

All of the above

Question #8 Final Exam In the Defensive Driver Success Formula, "I" refers too - ~ Making sure I quickly identify risks ~ Taking appropriate action immediately ~ Embracing responsibility for safety in and around my vehicle ~ All of the above

Embracing responsibility for safety in and around my vehicle

Question #20 Final Exam The leading cause of intersection accidents is ~ Failure to stop ~ Failure to adhere to right-of-way ~ Pedestrians ~ Distracted drivers

Failure to adhere to right-of-way

Question #10 Session 4 "I was just keeping pace with overall traffic" is a valid excuse for speeding ~ True ~ False

False

Question #11 Session 4 The law is always clear on who has the right-of-way. ~ True ~ False

False

Question #15 Session 4 "Covering the Brake" is best described as - ~ Holding your foot over the brake pedal in anticipation of a possible hazard ~ Keeping your foot on the brake pedal but only braking slightly ~ Putting a non-skid pad on the brake pedal ~ Making sure the entire flat of your foot is on the brake pedal

Holding your foot over the brake pedal in anticipation of a possible hazard

Question #16 Final Exam "Covering the Brake" is best described as - ~ Holding your foot over the brake pedal in anticipation of a possible hazard ~ Keeping your foot on the brake pedal but only braking slightly ~ Putting a non-skid pad on the brake pedal ~ Making sure the entire flat of your foot is on the brake pedal

Holding your foot over the brake pedal in anticipation of a possible hazard

Question #14 Session 5 Which of the following statements is true relative to turn signals? ~ Less than 45% of drivers use it correctly and consistently. ~ Turn signals are not mandatory by law ~ You do not need to give a signal if no other vehicles are in sight ~ All of the above.

Less than 45% of drivers use it correctly and consistently.

Question #13 Session 1 On the Highway, how should you determine if you are following the vehicle in front you too closely? ~ Leave at least 50 feet between you. ~ Maintain an interval of at least 3 full seconds (5 is better!) ~ Stay close enough to read their license plate ~ Try to pass them so it does not matter~

Maintain an interval of at least 3 full seconds (5 is better!)

Question #5 Session 1 Over 50% of fatal injuries to road workers are caused by ~ Worker error ~ Unsafe conditions ~ Motorists ~ OSHA workplace violations

Motorists

Question #4 Final Exam When you see a stopped motorist, law enforcement vehicle, emergency vehicle or other utility truck on the shoulder, you must ~ Carefully keep driving in your lane ~ Move over to the left lane when it's available ~ Come to a stop and await instructions ~ Slow down and ask if you can help

Move over to the left lane when it's available

Question #7 Session 1 When you see a stopped motorist, law enforcement officer, emergency vehicle or other utility truck on the shoulder, you must ~ Carefull keep driving in your lane ~ Move over to the left lane when it's available ~ Come to a stop and await instructions ~ Slow down and ask if you can help

Move over to the left lane when it's available

Question #8 Session 4 The #1 safest way to avoid an accident when drowsy is to ~ Not drive ~ Listen to loud music ~ Roll down the window ~ Slap yourself in the face if falling asleep

Not drive

Question #11 Final Exam How can you prevent brakes from locking if your vehicle does not have ABS? ~ Only push gently on the brake pedal ~ Pump the brakes hard and fast ~ Press the brakes hard, release slightly if a wheel locks, repeat ~ All of the above

Press the brakes hard, release slightly if a wheel locks, repeat

Question #13 Session 3 How can you prevent brakes from locking if your vehicle does not have ABS? ~ Only push gently on the brake pedal ~ Pump the brakes hard and fast ~ Press the brakes hard, release slightly if a wheel locks, repeat ~ All of the above

Press the brakes hard, release slightly if a wheel locks, repeat

Question #5 Session 5 When you encounter an aggressive driver, you should - ~ Honk at them ~ Cut them off to teach them a lesson ~ Stay calm and don't retaliate ~ Call the police immediately to report them

Stay calm and don't retaliate

Question #5 Session 4 At four-way stops, you should yield to ~ The vehicle that arrives last ~ The vehicle on your left ~ The vehicle that arrives first ~ The mean looking aggressive driver

The vehicle that arrives first

Question #15 Session 5 hat is the primary purpose of this defensive driver course? ~ To get an insurance discount ~ To make me aware of the dangers of driving ~ To change my approach to driving such that I embrace working to become a true defensive driver ~ To make my spouse happy

To change my approach to driving such that I embrace working to become a true defensive driver

Question #8 Session 3 You should always apply your parking brake every time you leave your vehicle unattended. ~ True ~ False

True

Question #9 Session 4 : Improper speed can include driving the speed limit in unsafe weather and road conditions. ~ True ~ False

True

Question #10 Session 2 Intelligent choices lead to ~ You becoming a better driver who has developed habits that help acoid accidents ~ You never have an accident ~ Your actions always being right ~ Guaranteed lower insurance rates

You becoming a better driver who has developed habits that help acoid accidents

Question #11 Session 2 In the Defensive Driver Success Formula, "I" refers to - ~Making sure I quickly identify risks ~ Taking appropriate action immediately ~ Embracing responsibility for safety in and around my vehicle ~ All of the above

~ Embracing responsibility for safety in and around my vehicle

Question #19 Final Exam You should activate your turn signal - ~ 25 feet in advance ~ 50 feet in advance ~ 100 feet in advance ~ It doesn't matter as long as it is before you actually turn

100 feet in advance

Question #6 Session 4 You should activate your turn signal - ~ 25 feet in advance ~ 50 feet in advance ~ 100 feet in advance ~ It doesn't matter as long as it is before you actually turn

100 feet in advance

Question #8 Session 5 Which age group has the highest number of accidents attributed to distracted driving? ~ 15-19 ~ 20-29 ~ 30-39 ~ Age 40 and over

20-29

Question #3 Session 5 Driving while impaired accounted for what percentage of traffic-related deaths in the U.S. in 2015? ~ 9% ~ 19% ~ 29% ~ 62%

29%

Question #3 Final Exam Fatality risks in accidents are reduced by what percentage when occupants wear seatbelts? ~ 10% ~ 25% ~ 45% ~ 80%

45%

Question #4 Session 1 Fatality risks in accidents are reduced by what percentage when occupants wear seatbelts? ~ 10% ~ 25% ~ 45% ~ 80%

45%

Question #10 Session 5 What percentage of drivers engaged in at least one aggressive driving behavior at least once in the previous year? ~ 78% ~ 10% ~ 25% ~ 98%

78%

Question #10 Final Exam Which of the following is a correct step to becoming a Defensive Driver? ~ Be courteous to other drivers ~ Always make safety a priority when operating a vehicle ~ Begin every driving experience by reducing stress ~ Obey all traffic laws and rules of the road ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #9 Session 3 Which of the following is a correct action in the event of brake failure? ~ Downshift to a lower gear so the engine can help slow the car ~ Pump the brakes to try and build pressure back up ~ Apply the parking brake, release it if skidding, repeat as necessary ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #9 Session 5 Distracted driving includes which of the following? ~ Eating and drinking ~ Passengers and pets ~ Adjusting the radio ~ Using your smart phone for anything ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #14 Final Exam When driving a truck or SUV, you should - ~ Drive like you normally would drive a car ~ Drive slower in curves and allow more braking distance ~ Take advantage of the increased power ~ Feel secure because your vehicle is a massive battle wagon

Drive slower in curves and allow more braking distance

Question #4 Session 5 1 in 10 fatal accidents are caused by - ~ Speeding ~ Road rage ~ Driving distracted ~ Young, inexperienced drivers

Driving distracted

Question #2 Session 4 The leading cause of intersection accidents is ~ Failure to stop ~ Failure to adhere to right-of-way ~ Pedestrians ~ Distracted drivers

Failure to adhere to right-of-way

Question #1 Session 4 What is the #1 most cited factor that contributes to injury or death due to auto accident? ~ Improper turns ~ Improper passing ~ Improper speed ~ Texting and driving

Improper speed

Question #15 Final Exam The main goal of air bags is to - ~ Prevent accidents ~ Prevent injuries ~ Offer additional protection ~ Replace the need for seat belts

Offer additional protection

Question #4 Session 3 The main goal of air bags is to - ~ Prevent accidents ~ Prevent injuries ~ Offer additional protection ~ Replace the need for seat belts

Offer additional protection

Question #15 Session 1 Texting while driving is allowed when - ~ Only when fully parked. ~ You may never text while behind the wheel. ~ You may read incoming messages but never send a reply ~ Texting is allowed only on the highway

Only when fully parked.

Question #1 Session 3 What should you do if your headlights fail? ~ Pull off the road when it's convenient ~ Turn on your parking and hazard lights and exit the roadway immediately ~ Pump your breaks so cars can se your brake lights and keep driving ~ Follow the vehicle in front of you closer so you can see their headlights

Turn on your parking and hazard lights and exit the roadway immediately

Question #2 Final Exam Which of the following must you do if you are involved in an accident? ~ If your car is drivable, move it off the roadway to a safe place ~ Call the police if the property damage is more than $500 or if anyone is injured or killed ~ If possible, help anyone who is injured ~ Exchange personal contact information and insurance details with those involved in the accident ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #2 Session 2 Driving while impaired affects ~ Judgement ~ Concentration ~ Coordination ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #4 Session 2 What is the #1 cause of death for young drivers? ~ Suicide ~ Drowing ~ Auto accident ~ Alcohol Poisoning

Auto accident

Question #3 Session 2 Which if the following represents a circumstance that effects your driving that is beyond your control? ~ Speeding ~ Bad weather ~ Driving under the influence ~ All of the above

Bad weather

Question #12 Session 1 In order to obtain a driver's license, you must ~ Be a resident of your state ~ Be a government employee ~ Be in the military ~ Not have ever been arrested

Be a resident of your state

Question #3 Session 3 When driving a truck or SUV, you should - ~ Drive like you normally would drive a car ~ Drive slower in curves and allow more ~ ~ braking distance ~ Take advantage of the increased power ~ Feel secure because your vehicle is a massive battle wagon

Drive slower in curves and allow more braking distance

Question #8 Session 1 What causes more serious injury and death than any other factor in traffic accidents? ~ Driving distracted ~ Speeding ~ Driving while impaired ~ Texting on your phone and driving

Driving distracted

Question #15 Session 3 In an accident, it is better to be thrown clear of the vehicle than to wear a seat-belt and be trapped inside. ~ True ~ False

False

Question #6 Session 5 Talking on my cell phone while driving is not considered distracted driving ~ True ~ False

False

Question #7 Session 3 You are not legally liable for accidents caused by mechanical failures on your vehicle. ~ True ~ False

False

Question #1 Session 5 If you hit a parked car and can't find the owner, you should ~ Drive away and don't look back! ~ Leave a note with your name and information ~ Tell your insurance company it was their fault ~ Ignore it if the damage is only minor

Leave a note with your name and information

Question #21 Final Exam Which of the following statements is true relative to turn signals? ~ Less than 45% of drivers use it correctly and consistently. ~ Turn signals are not mandatory by law ~ You do not need to give a signal if no other vehicles are in sight ~ All of the above.

Less than 45% of drivers use it correctly and consistently.

Question #1 Session 2 When hosting a party with alcohol, you should - ~ Make sure everyone who drives is sober ~ Don't worry about it, theyre all adults and can take care of themselves ~ Make everyone spend the night ~ Provide transportation for all of your guests

Make sure everyone who drives is sober

Question #12 Final Exam ABS built into my car is intended to do what? ~ Prevent the brakes from causing the wheels to lock up ~ Provide a warning if the brake system is failing ~ Make the brake pads and fluid last longer ~ All of the above

Prevent the brakes from causing the wheels to lock up

Question #6 Session 2 You have become a complete, skilled defensive driver when you have reached this learning pillar ~ Unconsciously Incompetent ~ Consciously Incompetent ~ Unconsciously Competent ~ Consciously Competent

Unconsciously Competent

Question #4 Session 4 Which of these is not considered an improper turn? ~ Turning right on red after stopping ~ Turning without yielding for pedestrians ~ Turning without checking for oncoming traffic ~ Turning out of a parking lot without giving a signal

Turning right on red after stopping

Question #9 Final Exam You have become a complete, skilled defensive driver when you have reached this learning pillar ~ Unconsciously Incompetent ~ Consciously Incompetent ~ Unconsciously Competent ~ Consciously Competent

Unconsciously Competent

Question #12 Session 2 Which of the following best decribes the typical state of most drivers? ~ Consciously Competent ~ Unconsciously Competent ~ Unconsciously Incompetent ~ Consciously Incompetent

Unconsciously Incompetent

Question #2 Session 3 Choose the common mistakes made when backing up or driving in reverse - ~ Failure to look before backing ~ Failure to check blind spots ~ Failure to conduct a walk-around ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #10 Session 3 Turn Signals must be used in which of the following situations? ~ A - When changing lanes on the highway ~ B - When making a turn off a main road to a side road ~ C - When turning onto a road from a parking lot ~ A and B only ~ A, B and C

A, B and C

Question #14 Session 3 Which of the following is something you should do every time you enter your vehicle and prepare to drive? ~ Fasten your seatbelt ~ Adjust your mirrors to see properly behind you and to the sides ~ Make sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #9 Session 2 The primary purpose and goal associated with becoming a Defensive Driver is- ~ Guarantee I never have an accident ~ Anticipate hazards and risks in advance so you can adjust and avoid them ~ Control other drivers ~ Make sure any accident you are in is not your fault

Anticipate hazards and risks in advance so you can adjust and avoid them

Question #12 Session 3 ABS built into my car is intended to do what? ~ Prevent the brakes from causing the wheels to lock up ~ Provide a warning if the brake system is failing ~ Make the brake pads and fluid last longer ~ All of the above

Prevent the brakes from causing the wheels to lock up

Question #2 Session 1 What do Implied Consent laws mean? ~ That the police may search my car whenever they want ~ That I must consent by law to testing to determine if I am under the influence of alcohol or drugs ~ That it is implied that I must consent to any police request ~ All of the above

That I must consent by law to testing to determine if I am under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Question #5 Final Exam What do Implied Consent Laws mean? ~ That the police may search my car whenever they want. ~ That I must consent by law to testing to determine if I am under the influence of alcohol or drugs ~ That it is implied that I must consent to any police request ~ All of the above are correct

That I must consent by law to testing to determine if I am under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Question #15 Session 2 Which of the following are negative effects you may expect if convicted of driving while impaired? ~ Suspension or revocation of your driver's license ~ Jail or Prison Time ~ Loss of your job ~ Dramatically hifgher insurance rates ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #3 Session 1 When stopped by a law enforcement officer while driving, which of the following should you do? ~ Pull over to the shoulder or other safe stopping point on the right side of the road ~ Stay in your vehicle with your seat belt fastened ~ Follow all of the officer's instructions immediately ~ Keep your hands in view at all times ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #3 Session 4 Choose the correct defensive driving tactic to avoid left of center line collisions ~ "Lean Right" by keeping your car positioned closer to the right side than the left on two-lane roads ~ Pay attention to the roadway, focus on maintaining lane position ~ Only pass pedestrians and bicyclists when doing so doesn't disturb flow of traffic ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #6 Final Exam Which of the following are negative effects you may expect if convicted of driving while impaired? ~ Suspension or revocation of your driver's license ~ Jail or Prison Time ~ Loss of your job ~ Dramatically higher insurance rates ~ All of the above

All of the above

Question #1 Final Exam When stopped by a law enforcement officer while driving, which of the following should you do? ~ Pull over to the shoulder or other safe stopping point on the right side of the road. ~ Stay in your vehicle with your seat belt fastened. ~ Follow all of the officers instructions immediately. ~ Keep your hands in view at all times. ~ All of the above.

All of the above.

Question #12 Session 5 Which of the following are true relative to cell phone use while driving? ~ 660,000 drivers per day use their cell phone while driving ~ Cell phone use leads to 1.6 million accidents per year ~ 11 teenagers die each day due to texting while driving ~ Texting while driving is 6 times more likely to cause an auto accident than drunk driving ~ All of the above.

All of the above.

Question #7 Session 2 What action would a defensive driver take if another diver honks his horn and yells an obscenity? ~ Retaliate by yelling an even worse obscenity ~ Give the other driver a nasty gesture ~ Nothing - continue driving safely and appropriately ~ Call the police immediately to report the other driver

Nothing - continue driving safely and appropriately


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