defensive driving course
about ____ percent of all fatally injured passengers in passenger vehicles were not wearing a seatbelt
50
if you were riding a bicycle at night your front lamp should be visible from at least_____ feet
500
how well do you have to score?
70% or higher
What percentage of bike crashes result in some kind of head injury
75
children under the age of ___ Are required to use a child safety seat unless they are taller than 4'9"
8
Following too closely creates
A front collision trap
if you are caught in a tornado, your first option for a safe place is where?
A low lying area, like a ditch
wait until _____ Before adjusting the volume of the radio or the climate control
A red light
The following drugs are found to have no effect on driver performance
All drugs have an effect
Which of the following are effects of distracted driving
An inability to recall the last few miles traveled, having disconnected or wandering thoughts, your head feels heavy, drifting from your lane
Select all of the emotional states that may affect your driving
Anxiety, stress, sadness, anger
If your engine stalls while driving you should
Bragently, shift your car into neutral, steer toward the side of the road
What does a flashing red light indicate
Come to a complete stop before proceeding
To recover from hydroplaning you should
Ease your foot off the gas
Talking on the phone is not distracting if the phone is hands-free
False
Which of the following is a recommendation for dealing with a traffic stop
Follow all instructions, remain calm, keep your hands on the wheel
what are the two strategies that increase safety in all adverse driving conditions
Reduce speed and 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
if someone is injured at the scene of an accident what should you do
Stay on the scene, leave them where they are, call for help
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
Which of the following is not an example of litter
all are example: cigarette butts, receipts, even banana peels
Which of the following is an example of an economic loss
all of the above: workplace losses, medical expenses, property damage
Add a roundabout you must yield to traffic
already in the traffic circle
being a defensive driver involves ________ the actions of other drivers
anticipating
Drinking to the point where your brain is no longer able to store information in memory is called
blacking out
What is the most frequently littered item
cigarette butts
Comprehensive coverage covers you in the event that
damages done to your vehicle by forces other than accidents
looking at a gps while driving could result in you becoming
distracted
According to the NHTSA which human choice was a factor in the largest percentage increase in deaths
distracted driving
Your liability insurance covers damage
done to someone else where you are at fault
when driving in fog you should switch on your ____?
low beams
Texting and driving creates what kind of distraction
manual visual and cognitive
most drunk driving accidents occur between
midnight and 3am
most pedestrian fatalities____?
occur at night
The best alternative option to avoid or reduce the severity of the crash is called the
path of least resistance
motorcyclists and pedalcyclists are vulnerable to which of the following roadway conditions
potholes, poor shoulder conditions,railroad crossings
antilock braking systems are designed to
prevent you from skidding
over 71% of all the crashes reported resulted only in ____?
property damage
Even if you weren't legally drunk a single drink can alter your
psychological physiological and emotional states
Which is not a recommended step for safely returning to the road
rapidly jerking the wheel
synergistic effects refer to the combination of effects from
alcohol and other drugs
According to NHTSA data 67% of speeding drivers involved in fatal crashes
alcohol impaired
Which of the following are examples of driving distractions
cell phones, GPS units, smoking, eating, daydreaming
Which of the following are examples of common driving errors
driving while distracted, driving while intoxicated, speeding
44% of all cyclist fatalities occurred between bicycles and _______?
light trucks
when to vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time the right of way is given to the vehicle _______?
on the right
A minor can sometimes be charged as an adult with a BAC over 0.08%
true
Implied consent means that you agreed to take a breathalyzer test just buy operating a motor vehicle
true
you can take breaks
true
Center lanes maybe used for the following
turning left
what is the best way to prevent an ejection from a car
wear a seatbelt
Which of the following is recommended for cyclists operating in wet conditions
wear reflective clothing
When 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
how long is this course
4 hours
Your car can lose traction in just how many inches of water?
6
who should you contact about the course taking points off license etc?
your court
It is only safe to drive as long as your BAC is at or below
0.00%
What is the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration
0.08%
How far before a turn must you signal
100 feet
according to the NHTSA in one year seatbelts saved an estimated ______ people
12,000
Which of the following does not count as a no zone
200 feet behind the truck
Speeding is a factor in about what percent of fatal crashes
25%
speeding was a factor in _____% Of all US roadway fatalities
27
Which of the following is not a recommendation for dealing with an aggressive driver
Maintain your lane when being followed closely
cognitive distractions 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
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 safety tip for
Where dark clothing at night to avoid blinding drivers
You cannot stop your car
Within an intersection
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 at a railroad track you may only drive around the crossing gate if
You may not drive around a crossing gate for any reason
wear car traveling 60mph can take longer than ________ to stop
a football field
if you are on a highway, you should use the _______ to speed up to the pace of traffic
entrance ramp and merging lane
Because of their narrow profile and lighter weight motorcyclist have limited rights to the road
false
By adjusting your mirrors, it is possible to completely remove all blind spots around a vehicle
false
If you experience and inability to steer you should immediately apply for pressure to the brakes to stop as quickly as possible
false
If your car is equipped with an airbag you do not need to wear your seatbelt
false
speed and _______ Are often to blame in the creation of collision traps
following distance
Physiology refers to the
functioning of your body parts
you can control your cruising speed using only the
gas pedal
defensive driving is y just about reacting to the unknown. it's about removing the unknown by planning ahead and
gathering information before you even depart
almost______ Of the people who died in fatal car accidents weren't wearing a seatbelt
half
Which is not a part of your suspension system
hazard lights
What is the most important safety gear a cyclist can wear
helmet
Which is not caused by alcohol consumption
improvement in motor function
you can transport unopened alcohol
in the trunk
which is an example of something in the traffic environment you should evaluate before driving
rural roads, highways, urban congestion
if you lose traction you should not
slam on the brakes
you may not pass when the line that divides traffic lanes is _____?
solid
Momentum is the product of
speed and weight
Which of the following is an example of a regulatory sign
speed limit
Which of the following are among the top for human choice factors that contribute to Rodeway deaths
speeding, drunk driving, distracted driving
On a multilane highway, slower vehicles should
stay to the right
which Of the following are good strategies for dealing with the mistakes of others
staying sober and alert, slowing down, giving other drivers more room
which state had the highest number of roadway fatalities according to the NHTSA?
texas
which does NOT affect traction
the physical condition on the driver
rural driving is more dangerous because
there are more animals who may present a hazard, it is easier to speed, there are more unpaved roads
In addition to obeying speed limits you may also want to adjust your speed because
there is ice on the road, you are driving at night, the weather is bad
which should you check before a trip
tires, fluid levels, brakes, seat belt, the body
Minimum speed limits are often in place for what reason
to maintain the general flow of traffic
what is the leading cause of death for people aged 16 to 24
traffic accidents
A child younger than two years old or who weighs less than ___ pounds must ride in a rear facing car seat
35
rubbernecking is dangerous because of distracted driving and because rubbernecking drivers
often steer in the direction they are looking