defensive driving
What does a flashing red light indicate
You must come in to a complete stop before proceeding
a car traveling 60 mph can take longer than _ to stop
a football field
In addition to obeying speed limits you may also want to adjust your speed because
all choices are correct, Weather is bad, you are driving at night, there's ice on the road
Distractions while driving
all choices are correct, loud music, cell phone, other passengers
why would someone want to increase following distance
all, nighttime, crowded, new route, construction, wet
Because of their narrow profile and lighter weight motorcyclist have limited rights on the road
false
I just in your mirrors, it is possible to completely remove all barn spots around a vehicle
false
If you experience an inability to steer you should immediately apply for pressure to the brakes and stop as quickly as possible
false
If your car is equipped with an airbag you do not need to wear a seatbelt
false
drug overdoses
false
smoking related illness
false
you can control your cruising speed using only the
gas pedal
Defensive driving isn't just about reacting to the unknown it's about removing the unknown by planning ahead and
gathering information before you even depart
which are effects of drowsy driving
inability to recall last few miles, wandering thoughts, head feels heavy, drifting from lane
2 people pull up to an uncontrolled intersection, who goes first?
left yields, right of way to right
in 2014, 44% of cyclist fatal fatalities were between bikers and
light trucks
which is not recommended when dealing with an aggressive driver
maintain your lane when being followed closely
15% of roadway deaths were
pedestrians
perception of light and motion outside of central visual field is called
peripheral vision
which of the following does not affect traction
physical condition of driver
over 71% of all crashes reported resulted only in
property damage
which is the safest option if you feel drowsy while driving
pull over and get rest
reactions that seem automatic, don't require much though
simple reactions
if you lose traction, you should not
slam on brakes
What hand signal is being shown
slow down
you may not Past when the line that divides traffic lanes is
solid
Regulatory signs
speed limit
all senses play a role in safe driving except
taste
which state had the highest fatality rate
texas- 3,516
Which of the following should you check before you begin a trip
tires, fluid level, brakes, seatbelt, body
leading cause of death age 16-24
traffic accidents
In the United States more people die in motor accidents who are not wearing seatbelts than die from drowning accident
true
home fires
true
mass shootings
true
what is the best way to prevent ejection from a car
wearing a seatbelt
which of the following is an economic loss
workplace losses, property damage, medical expenses
you can take breaks
yes
It is safe to drive as long as your BAC is at or below
0.00%
A minor is considered to be driving under the influence in Georgia with a BAC over
0.02
Legal BAC limit
0.08
What is the legal BAC limit in all 50 states
0.08
Seatbelt saved an estimated_People in 2014
12000
Which of the following does not count as a no zone
200 feet behind a truck
How many people die every day waiting for an organ donation
22
Speeding was a factor in_percent of all US roadway fatalities in 2015
27
A child younger than two years older who weighs less than _ pounds must ride in a rear facing car seat
35
how many people died from car accidents in 2015
35,092
in 2013, how many people in ga died while failing to wear a seatbelt
376
about _ percent of all fatally injured passengers were not wearing a seatbelt
50
If you're riding a bicycle at night your front lamp should be visible from at least _ feet
500
Your car can lose traction and just how many inches of water
6
how long does this course take?
6 hours
Children have died in cars went outside temperatures were slow as_degrees
60
you must pass the exam with a _ or better
70%
What percent of bike crashes result in some kind of head injury
75
Following too closely creates
A front collision trap
Wait until_before adjusting the volume of the radio or climate controls
A red light
Synergistic affect referred to the combination of affects from_and_
Alcohol and other drugs
In 2014, 67% of speeding drivers involved in fatal crashes were
Alcohol impaired
which of the following is a recommendation for dealing with a traffic stop
All choices are correct, keep your hands on the wheel, remain calm, follow all instructions
even if you aren't legally drunk a single Drink can alter your_state
All choices are correct, physiological, psychology, emotional
Rule driving is dangerous because
All choices are correct, there are more unpaved roads, it is easier to speed, there are more animals who may present a hazard
Which of the following is not an example of litter
All choices are examples of litter, banana peels, cigarette butts, receipts
At a roundabout you must yield to traffic
Already in the traffic circle
speed and_are often to blame in the creation of collision traps
Following distance
If you find yourself in deep water like a lake or river the most important thing you can do is
Get out of the car as quickly as possible
Which of the following are good strategies for dealing with the mistakes of others
Giving other drivers more room, staying sober and alert, slowing down
Almost under score of the people who died in fatal car accidents in 2015 weren't wearing a seatbelt
Half
Which of the following is not part of your suspension system
Hazard lights
What is the most important safety gear a cyclist can wear
Helmet
Which of the following is not in the defensive driving chain of events
Hesitation
Which of the following is not caused by alcohol consumption
Improvement of motor function
You can transport an open alcohol_
In the trunk
If someone is injured at the scene of an accident what should you do
Leave them where they are, stay on the scene, call for help
When driving in fog you should switch to your
Low beams
Most drunk driving accidents occur between
Midnight and 3 AM
Cognitive distractions take your
Mind of the task of driving
Most pedestrian fatalities
Occur at night
Rubbernecking is dangerous because of distracted driving because rubbernecking drivers
Often steer and the direction they are looking
The best alternative option to avoid or reduce the severity of the crash is called the
Path of least resistance
Motorcyclist and pedal cyclists are vulnerable to which of the following roadway conditions
Potholes, poor shoulder conditions, railroad crossings
Anti-locking brakes systems are designed to
Prevent you from skidding
If you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming you should
Pull over to the right and stop your car
Which of the following is not a recommended step for safely returning to the road
Rapidly jerking the wheel
What are the two strategies that increase safety and all adverse driving conditions
Reduce speed an increase following distance
Bad weather can result in which of the following conditions
Reduced visibility
Which of the following are good suggestions for driving in high traffic
Signal often and early, be courteous, don't follow too closely
On a multilane highway slower traffic should
Stay to the right
After stopping for a school bus it is safe to proceed again when
The bus has resumed motion and the red lights have stopped flashing
Physiology
The study of body function
Minimum speed limits are often in place for what reason
To maintain general flow of traffic
Center lanes may be used for the following
Turning left
Which of the following is not a safety tips for pedestrians
Wear dark clothing at night to avoid blinding drivers
When is it not OK to use the improve shoulder on a road
When you need to pass a slow moving vehicle in front of you
You cannot stop your car
Within an intersection
You must yield to upcoming traffic when turning left except when
You have a green left arrow indicating a protected turn
the 2 second rule applies to vehicles traveling under
30 mph
If you are caught in a tornado your first option for a safe place is where
A low lying area like a ditch
Texting and driving creates what kind of distraction
All choices are correct, Emmanuel, visual, cognitive distraction
If your engine stalls while driving you should
All choices are correct, break gently, shifter carts neutral, steer towards the side the road
Which of the following is an example of something in the traffic environment you should evaluate before driving
All choices are correct, highways, rural roads, urban congestion
Implied consent means that you agree to take a breathalyzer test just by operating a motor vehicle
True
these emotional states can affect your driving
sadness, stress, anxiety, anger
shark attacks
true
Which of the following is recommended for cyclist operating in wet conditions
wear reflective clothing
momentum- speed and
weight
while passing another car, how do you know it's safe to return to proper lane?
when you look in rear view mirror and see pavement in front of the car you are passing
who should you talk to about reducing your ticket
your court
Being a good defensive driver involves_the actions of other drivers
Anticipating
Who is in eligible from registering as a organ donor
Anyone can become a donor
Drinking to the point where your brain can no longer store information in memory is called
Blacking out
Which of the following are examples of driving distractions
Cell phones, GPS units, smoking, eating, daydreaming
What is the most frequently littered item
Cigarette butts
Comprehensive coverage covers you in the event that
Damage is done to your vehicle by forces other than accidents
Looking at GPS while driving could result in you becoming
Distracted
your liability insurance covers damage
Done to someone else where you are at fault
Which of the following is examples of common driving errors
Driving while distracted, speeding, driving while intoxicated
children under the age of_are required to use a child safety seat unless they are taller than 4'9
Eight
If you are on the highway, you should use the_to speed up to the pace of traffic
Entrance ramp and merging lane
Talking on the phone is not distracting if the phone is hands-free
False
To recover from hydroplaning you should
Is your foot off the gas
If the crossing gates are down at a railroad track you may only drive around the crossing gate if
You may not drive around a crossing gate for any reason