Drivers Ed (ch. 6,7,8,17)

A vehicle's control system is made up of which 3 systems?

Steering Systems Brake Systems Tires

No matter what type of engine or drive system you have, when the CHECK ENGINE or SERVICE ENGINE SOON warning light comes on, be sure to_______and_______.

check your owner's manual immediately call a certified automotive technician

Before you make any decision on buying a vehicle, it's best to______.

comparison shop

Most drivers with permanent disabilities understand that the_______, and they learn how to compensate for those limitations.

disability itself may put them at a higher level of risk

If you encounter an aggressive or angry driver,______challenge the driver, and______eye contact.

do not avoid

A happy excited driver can be just as impaired as an angry driver. Excitement and happiness can also prevent you from________.

fully concentrating on your driving task

Drivers______is often what causes traffic blockages at crash scenes, not the actual crash.

gawking

Low coolant levels can cause your engine to______.

overheat

Smoking______the carbon monoxide level and______the oxygen level in a person's blood.

raises reduces

The only safe remedy for fatigue is______.

rest

To prolong the life of your tires, have them_____,______, and_______as recommended in your owner's manual.

rotated aligned balanced

If there is something you would like to get a better look at, such as a fascinating bird, look for a__________.

safe place to pull out of traffic and stop your vehicle

Some chronic illnesses have little effect on driving. However, other chronic illnesses, such as heart disease, could________a person's ability to drive.

seriously impair

Federal laws require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the________.

sidewall of all tires

Although a vehicle navigation system provides drivers with information about a vehicle's position and guides drivers to a destination, it is a__________.

source of potential distraction

If you are fatigued,_________, or________.

stop and stretch switch drivers

Holding a pet while driving is not only an unsafe behavior, it also places___________.

the pet at a higher risk of being injured or killed

Remember, only_____can reduce the body's BAC and a person's degree of impairment.

time

Some states have passed laws prohibiting people from talking or sending text messages on a cell phone while driving. You should_____your cell phone when you drive.

turn off

If a large amount of alcohol is consumed in a short period of time, the drinker becomes______and_____may follow.

unconscious death

Name the three types of distractions cell phones can cause a driver

1. Biomechanical 2. Cognitive 3. Auditory

List 5 ways to encourage friends to limit their drinking.

1. Getting them involved in other activities 2. Encouraging them to decide on a limit of drinks 3. Asking them to avoid drinks with high concentration 4. Encouraging them to sip a drink slowly 5. Making them aware of their behavior

Define depth perception.

Ability to judge distance between yourself and other objects

Define auditory distractions and name two examples of auditory distractions.

Any distractions caused by sounds 1. A crying child 2. Sirens

Define biomechanical distraction and name two examples of biomechanical distractions.

Any mechanical act not specifically related to driving that is performed by a driver 1. Picking up a soft drink 2. Changing the radio station

Define visual distractions and name two examples of visual distractions.

Anything that causes you to take your eyes off the roadway ahead 1. Billboards 2. Animals on the road

Police can use blood, breath, or urine tests to determine a person's______.

BAC

What are some of the side effects that over-the-counter medicines cause that can be harmful to drivers.

Drowsiness, dizziness, slowed reaction time and poor judgement.

Define over-the-counter medicines.

Drugs that are available without a doctor's prescription

Define prescription medicines.

Drugs that cannot be purchased without a doctors order or prescription

Define nystagmus

Involuntary jerking of the eyes as a person gazes to the side

Explain the zero tolerance law.

Law stating it is illegal for persons under the age of 21 to drive with any measurable amount of alcohol in the blood.

Define rubbernecking

Looking around a a crash scene with curiosity

Explain how each of these drugs affects people. -Over-the-counter medicines -Depressants -Stimulants -Hallucinogens

Over-the-counter medicines: Drowsiness, dizziness, slowed reaction time and poor judgement Depressants: slows down central nervous system Stimulants: speed up central nervous system Hallucinogens: Mind altering drugs that can alter personality that causes panic or terror

Explain the implied consent law.

States that anyone who receives a driver's license automatically consents to be tested for blood-alcohol content and other drugs if stopped for suspicion of drug use while driving

Give one example of each type of peer pressure.

Positive peer pressure: Talking a friend out of drinking alcoholic beverages Negative peer pressure: Pressuring someone into drinking at a party

Define central vision.

The portion of your field of vision which you can see clearly, this is a 10 degree cone shaped area directly ahead

Define glare recovery time.

The time your eyes need to regain clear vision after being affected by the glare

The______powers everything electrical, including the engine's control computer.

car battery

Define driver inattention.

When a driver's awareness and focus drift to anything other than the driving task

Define cognitive distraction and name two examples of cognitive distractions.

When your mind is lost in thought or in a a daydream. 1. Talking on the phone while driving 2. Doing your hair

When jump starting a battery, explain where you should clamp the two positive clamps of the jumper cables.

Your positive clamps should be connected to the positive terminals on the "good," and "dead," battery.

The safest decision a person can make about drinking alcohol when they know they will be driving is to________.

abstain early

Hybrid vehicles combine the benefits of gas engines with electric motors that operate in unison or independently. The energy from the wheels turns the motor, which functions as a generator that converts energy normally wasted when coasting and braking into electricity. The energy is stored in the______until needed.

battery

Generally, heavier SUV's and full-size sedans will provide_________in a crash than smaller vehicles, but cost more to purchase.

better protection

Pushing buttons to change the radio station is an example of a(n)_________distraction.

biomechanical

Be alert for the danger of carbon monoxide in heavy traffic and in enclosed areas such as tunnels and underground parking facilities. Your_______or_____vents might draw in exhaust fumes from the car ahead. Leaving a________open might create a slight vacuum that pulls in exhuast fumes as well.

heater air conditioner rear window

As the number of passengers________, so does the likelihood of driver distraction and the risk of being involved in a crash.

increases

Many medicines have side effects that can__________.

interfere with your driving abilities and risks

The breath-test machine most commonly used for determining BAC is an________.

intoxilyzer

Strong emotions can block your ability to____and____.

judge reason

Marijuana can impair a driver's______,________,________,and_______.

judgement memory depth perception coordination

All 50 states have set illegal per se laws establishing a BAC level of_______.

.08 or greater

List 3 advantages of buying a pre-owned vehicle.

1. Lower purchase price 2. Cheaper to insure 3. Cheaper to operate

List 3 adavantages of buying a new vehicle.

1. More safety features 2. Requires less maintenance 3. Sense of security with a written warranty

List 4 ways satellite systems can help drivers.

1. Offers hands-free voice commands 2. Emergency Assistance 3. Directions to a destination 4. Unlocks your doors.

Name two examples of outside-the-vehicle distractions.

1. Public Events 2. Crash/Fire Scenes

List the 5 ways a color blind driver can compensate for their disibility.

1. Remembering the order of the lights in a traffic signal 2. Knowing the meanings of traffic signs by their shapes 3. Reading all signs that appear with traffic signals 4. Checking all zones before proceeding into traffic 5. Taking cues from other drivers

List 3 disadvantages of buying a pre-owned vehicle.

1. Replacement parts are difficult to find 2. May not have warranty or secure records 3. You will have to pay for a thorough inspection by a certified mechanic

List 7 techniques drivers can use to help cope with their emotions while driving.

1. Use IPDE process 2. Anticipate emotion producing situations and adjust your expectations 3. Don't challenge aggressive driver's 4. Adjust your route to avoid irritating traffic situations 5. Make special efforts to manage your emotions 6. Analyze your mistakes 7. Keep courtesy as one of your personal rules of the road

List 3 disadvantages of buying a new vehicle.

1. Value decline's when you leave the dealer's lot 2. Insurance premium will be higher 3. Have higher taxes and registration fees

List the 6 questions you must consider when evaluating your driver needs.

1. What kind of driving will I do? 2. How many miles will I drive each year? 3. How many passengers will I need too carry? 4. What safety features do I want? 5. How long will I expect to keep the vehicle? 6. Will it fit in my parking area?

If you used 16 gallons of fuel to drive 400 miles, miles per gallon (mpg) is _______.

25 mpg

For most cars, the maximum fuel efficiency is between_______.

40-60 mph

If you are driving with passengers, and hear an emergency vehicle's siren, what is the safest way to locate where the emergency vehicle is?

Ask passengers to help you find the emergency vehicle

Define depressant.

Class of drugs that depress, or slow down the central nervous system

Fact or Fiction: Drinking black coffee, taking a cold shower, or exercising can make a drunk person sober

Fiction

Fact or Fiction: One drink won't hurt

Fiction

Vehicles have two types of brakes. What types of brakes are on each: Front and Back

Front Wheels: Disk brakes Rear Wheels: Disk or Drum Brakes

T/F A driver who gawks and rubbernecks becomes a distraction to other drivers.

True

T/F Hands-free headsets such as a bluetooth reduce, but do not eliminate cell phone distractions

True

T/F Passengers can distract drivers by carrying on loud or emotional conversations

True

T/F The only time a responsible driver will watch a video entertainment system is only when the car is parked.

True

Once alcohol enters the bloodstream, it quickly flows to the ________. Alcohol has the greatest effect on the parts of the______that control________.

brain brain judgement and reasoning

A used vehicle may give you the best value. Armed with your budget and research, prepare a______before you start your search.

checklist

When emotions affect your thoughts and actions, they can also affect your______and______.

decision making skills ability to access risk

Alcohol impairs depth perception as well. The drinking driver may misjudge the______or_______, and actually see a vehicle________than it actually is.

distance of oncoming traffic cross traffic farther away

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety suggests that when a driver's eyes are away from the driving scene ahead for more than two seconds, the odds of being in a crash or near a crash________.

double

Responsible drivers keep their sound systems

down to levels at which they are able to hear other vehicles around them and they do not distract others.

A key difference between driver distraction and driver inattention in general is that________.

driver distraction is caused by an event that directs the focus of a driver away from the driving task

In order to make the best decision about which kind of car to buy, you should consider your_____, your______, and the______.

driving needs budget vehicle's safety features and record

Your_____have a big influence on the amount of______you are willing to take.

emotions risks

Depending on your driving needs, you will aslo have to consider operating costs such as____,______,______,_______, and________.

gasoline oil tires preventive maintenance repairs

If the driver does not cooperate with the police officer and refuses to be tested for BAC, the driver's ________.

license can be suspended

Outside-the-vehicle distractions are often more difficult to deal with than inside-the-vehicle distractions. A driver has_______control over people, objects, or events outside the vehicle.

little, if any

Oil, grease, or other substances are used to__________.

lubricate moving parts to reduce damage from heat caused by friction

Mature, responsible drivers do not let their emotions cause them to take unnecessary risks. Taking a chance while driving can be deadly. You must be______to adjust your behavior so that you do not drive into or create______.

mature enough high risks situations

Fatigue dulls your senses and slows both_____and_____processes.

mental physical

Alcohol is the most commonly used drug in our society. It is by far the______used drug that leads to_______.

most frequently drivers being fatally injured

The________reduces the noise from combustion sounds in the engine.

muffler

As your vehicle's speed increases, your field of vision is_____.

narrowed

Not being able to see well at night is called______.

night blindness

1 and a half ounces of whiskey, 5 ounces of wine, and_______all contain the same amount of alcohol.

one 12 ounce can of beer

If you take medicine,______to learn the possible side effects.

read the label

More than 90 percent of the information you gather while driving is______.

received through your eyes

A stimulant is a drug that______the central nervous system.

speeds up

Two car fluids that should be recycled include___________.

used motor oil and transmission fluid

Your sense of balance tells you that you are______,_______, or________.

veering right/left changing speed going around a curve

Objects hanging from the rearview mirror, such as a pair of fuzzy dice, can cause a______distraction, become a_______, and should be______before driving.

visual projectile removed

You must pass a_______in order to obtain a learner's permit, and possibly again when you apply for your driver's license.

visual activity test