Defensive Driving
How long is this driving course
6 hr
You must pass the final exam with the score of __ or better
70%
In addition to obeying speed limits, you may also want to adjust your speed limit because a. There is ice on the road b. You are driving at night c. The weather is bad d. All of the choices are correct
All of the choices are correct
At a roundabout you must you to traffic
Already in the traffic circle
What is the most frequently littered item?
Cigarette butts
Who is ineligible from registering as an organ donor -Pregnant women -Minor children -Senior citizens -Anyone can become a donoR
-Anyone can become a donoR
What is the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration
.08%
How far before a turn must you signal?
100 ft
How many people die every day waiting for an organ donation
22
Speeding was a factor in about what percentage of fatal crashes in 2015
25%
The two second replies to vehicles traveling under___ mph
30
About __ percent of all fatally injured passengers in passenger vehicles were not wearing a seatbelt in 2015
50%
If you're riding a bicycle at night your front lamp should be visible from at least ____ feet
500
A car traveling 60 mph can take longer than___to stop
A Football field
Wait until____before adjusting the volume of the radio or the climate control
A red light
Which of the following is an example of something in the traffic environment you should evaluate before driving Rural roads Highways Urban congestion All choices are correct
All choices are correct
Being a good defensive driver involves____the actions of other drivers
Anticipating
If you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming you should
Pull over to the right and stop your car
If you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming you should:
Pull over to the right and stop your car
You cannot stop your car
Within an intersection
What does a flashing red light indicate?
You must come to a complete stop before proceeding
Which of the following for examples of common driving errors Driving while distracted Driving too slow Driving while intoxicated Speeding
Driving while distracted Driving while intoxicated Speeding
By adjusting your mirrors, it is possible to completely remove all blind spots around your vehicle
False
Talking on the phone is not distracting if the phone is hands-free
False
You can control your cruising speed using only the ___
Gas pedal
Your liability insurance covers damage _____.
done to someone else where you are at fault
If you are on a highway you should use the____to speed up to the pace of traffic
entrance ramp and merging lane
Went to vehicles approach and uncontrolled intersection at the same time the railways given to the vehicle
on the right
Most pedestrian fatalities____
Occur at night
Can you match each color to its corresponding meaning
Red -stop, yield, or do what is posted on the sign orange -construction and maintenance warning Green -indicated movements permitted, direction guidance Yellow -General warning or caution
What are the two strategies that increase safety in all adverse driving conditions
Reduce speed and increase following distance
Select all the emotional states that may affect your driving
Stress Anger Sadness anxiety
Which one of the following does not affect traction
The physical condition of the driver
Which of the following should you check before you begin a trip Tires Fluid levels Brakes Seat belt The body
Tires Fluid levels Brakes Seat belt The body
What is the leading cause of death for people age 16 to 24
Traffic accidents
Can you take breaks during the course
True
Center lanes may be used for the following
Turning left
Which of the following is recommended for cyclist operating in wet conditions
Wear reflective clothing
Approximately 80% of people ejected from their vehicle die. What is the best way to prevent ejection from a car
Wearing a seatbelt
Momentum is the product of an object speed and__
Weight
While passing another vehicle how do you know when it's safe to return to the proper lane
When you look in the rearview mirror and can see pavement in front of the vehicle you're passing
When is it not OK to use the improved shoulder on a road
When you need to pass a slow moving vehicle in front of you
In 2014, 67% of speeding drivers involved in fatal crashes were _____.
alcohol impaired
If the crossing gates are down for a railroad track you may only drive around the crossing gate if:
You may not drive around a crossing gate for any reason
Perception of light and motion outside of the central visual field is called
Peripheral vision
Which of the following does not count as a no-zone
200 feet behind a truck
When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time the right-of-way is given to the vehicle_____
On the right
When two vehicles approach and uncontrolled intersection at the same time the right of way is given to the vehicle ______
On the right
Motorcyclist and pedals like a list or vulnerable to which of the following roadway conditions -Railroad crossings -Potholes -The top speed of their bikes -Poor shoulder conditions
Railroad crossings Potholes Poor shoulder conditions
Bad weather can result in which of the following conditions
Reduced visibility
What hand signal is being shown (left arm of biker is up making a right angle)
Right turn
What hand signal is being shown (right arm of biker Is straight out to the side.
Right turn
Which of the following is an example of a regulatory sign
Speed limit
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
If you are caught in a tornado your first option for a safe place is where
A low lying area, like a ditch
What hand signal is being shown (left arm of biker down 25 degrees from body)
Slow down
Distractions in the car that can disrupt your perceptions include Other passengers Cell phone Loud music All choices are correct
All choices are correct
Rural driving is dangerous because: There are more animals who may present a hazard It is easier to speed There are more unpaved roads All choices are correct
All choices are correct
Texting and driving creates what kind of distraction: A manual distraction A visual distraction A cognitive distraction All choices are correct
All choices are correct
Which of the following is a recommendation for dealing with a traffic stop -Follow all instructions -Remain calm -Keep your hands on the wheel -All choices are correct
All choices are correct
Which of the following is a recommendation for dealing with a traffic stop? Follow all instructions Remain calm Keep your hands on the wheel All choices are correct
All choices are correct
Which of the following is an example of economic loss? Workplace losses Medical expenses Property damage All choices are correct
All choices are correct
Which of the following is recommended for cycle is operating in wet conditions
Wear reflective clothing
Which of the following are examples of driving distractions?' Cell phones GPS units Smoking Eating Daydreaming
Cell phones GPS units Smoking Eating Daydreaming
What hand signal is being shown (left arm of biker Is straight out to the side.
Left turn
In 2014, 44% of all cycle is fatalities occurred between bicycles and___
Light trucks
When driving in fog you should switch on your _____
Low beams
Which of the following is not a recommendation for dealing with an aggressive driver
Maintain your lane when being followed closely
Defensive driving isn't about just reacting to the unknown it's about removing the unknown by planning ahead and____
gathering information before you even depart
Seat belts saved an estimated ____ people in 2014
12000
Seatbelts have saved an estimated _____ people in 2014
12000
Seatbelts saved an estimated ___ people in 2014
12000
Speeding was a factor in ____ percent of all US roadway fatalities in 2015
27
A child younger than two years old or who weighs less than____pounds must ride in a rear facing car seat
35
I A child younger than two years old or weighs less than ____ pounds was right in the rear facing car seat
35 lbs
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
In addition to your bank speed limits you may also want to address your speed because: You are driving at night The weather is bad There is ice on the road All choices are correct
All choices are correct
Which of the following is not an example of Litter? Banana peels Cigarette butts Receipts All choices are examples of litter
All choices are examples of litter
Which of the following is not an example of litter -Banana peels -Cigarette butts -Receipts -All choices are examples of litter
All choices are examples of litter
The following drugs are found to have no effect on driver performance
All drugs have an effect
Which of the following are effects of drowsy driving An inability to recall the last few miles traveled Having disconnected or wandering thoughts Faster reaction time Your head feels heavy Drifting from your lane
An inability to recall the last few miles traveled Having disconnected or wandering thoughts Your head feels heavy Drifting from your lane
Who is in eligible from registering as an organ donor
Anyone can be calm a donor
What is the most frequently littered item
Cigarette butts
What is the most frequently littered item In the us
Cigarette butts
Plan your route in advance. Looking at a GPS while driving could result in you becoming____
Distracted
Which of the following are among the top 4 human choice factors that contributed to a rise in Rodeway deaths in 2015
Distracted driving Drunk driving Speeding
To recover from hydroplaning you should
Ease your foot off the gas
Because of the narrow profile and lighter weight motorcyclist have limited rights to the road
False
Which of the following are good strategies for dealing with the mistakes of others: Honking at aggressive drivers Giving other drivers more room Slowing down Staying sober and alert
Giving other drivers more room Slowing down Staying sober and alert
Which of the following is not in the defensive driving chain of events
Hesitation
Which of the following are reasons that someone would want to increase following distance? It is nighttime The road is wet One is approaching a construction zone It is a new route that one has not driven before The road is crowded
It is nighttime The road is wet One is approaching a construction zone It is a new route that one has not driven before The road is cro
Most drunk driving accidents occur between____
Midnight and 3am
Cognitive directions take your
Mind off the task of driving
Which of the following is the safest option if you are feeling drowsy while driving
Pull off the road and get rest
Which of the following are good suggestions for driving in high traffic Signal often and early Be courteous Try to get ahead of the traffic to avoid accidents Don't follow too closely
Signal often and early Be courteous Don't follow too closely
Reactions that seem automatic or which don't require much thought or called
Simple reactions
If you lose traction you should not
Slam on the brakes
You may not pass on the line that divides the traffic lanes is
Solid
You may not pass when the line that divides traffic lanes is ___
Solid
On a multilane highway, slower traffic should Stay to the right Exit immediately Move to the left Drive in any lane
Stay to the right
All the senses play a role in safe driving except which one Taste Hearing Smell Touch
Taste
Minimum speed limits are often in place for what reason
To maintain the general flow of traffic
Which of the following is not a safety tip for pedestrians
Wear dark clothing at night to avoid blinding drivers
You must yield to oncoming traffic when turning left except when
You have a green left arrow Indicating a protected turn
You must yield to oncoming traffic when turning left except when
You have a green left arrow indicating a protected turn
If the crossing gates are down a railroad track you may only drive around the crossing gate if
You may not drive around a crossing gate for any reason
Your liability insurance covers damage____.
done to someone else where you are at fault
Who should you contact regarding dismissing a ticket or reducing points in your state ? Your court The officer who wrote the ticket The DriveSafe Online® team All choices are correct
Your court
Comprehensive coverage covers you in the event that
damage is done to your vehicle by forces other than accidents
