drivers ed
When you turn a car on, all warning lights come on and then turn off. If any light stays on, it is an indicator that there is a problem with that system. (t/F)
true
You should change your (conventional) oil every 3,000 - 5,000 miles.
true
this is the temperature warning light (true/false)
true
A driver over 21 years of age is considered to be "driving while intoxicated" if a chemical test shows a reading of at least _____ percent.
.08
A new driver under the age of 18 is limited to ___ passenger(s) (non-family members) under the age of 21.
1
Lane position ____ provides maximum space within the lane on each side of the vehicle.
1
It takes a train going 50 mph approximately ____ to stop safely.
1 ½ miles (26 football fields)
Adjust the drivers seat to allow at least ____ in between the drivers chest and the steering wheel.
10-12 inches
An applicant for a learner's permit must score ___ on the signs test.
100%
It is recommended that all passengers under the age of _____ must sit in the back seat.
12
The body's natural down time is between
12am-6am; 1pm-5pm
In order to obtain a learner's permit in Virginia, you must be at least
15 years and 6 months
The minimum age to receive a driver's license in Virginia is
16 and 3 months
All passengers under the age of _____ must have a seatbelt on in the vehicle, regardless of their seating position.
18
A following interval of _____ seconds provides time to steer out of problem areas on dry surfaces at speeds up to 35 mph.
2
Most cars will float away in how many feet of water?
2
Your visual lead time should be at least ___________ ahead.
20 seconds
The minimum age for a licensed driver accompanying a driver with a learner's permit is
21 (if not an immediate family member) 18 (if immediate family member)
Drivers who text are ____________ times more likely to get involved in a crash.
23
The proper position to begin a right turn is lane position
3
When the right side pavement line or curb appears to run through the middle of the vehicle's hood (VA inspection sticker), the vehicle is
3-6 inches from the curb
When choosing a spot for a turnabout, you should have at least ___ feet of visibility.
500
Drivers must manage all _____ zones around the vehicle.
6
A following interval of 4 seconds provides time to steer out of problem areas on dry surfaces at speeds up to ____ mph.
70
Your hands should be in the clock positions of ____ and _____ on the steering wheel.
8,4
Dirt on the lens of your headlights can reduce visibility by up to _____ percent
90
When passing a large truck, you must signal your intention to move back into the lane in front of the truck but do not move back until you
Can see the front of the truck and its wheels in the rearview mirror
What checks should you performs on your vehicle every 2 months?
coolant / antifreeze seatbelts oil brake fluid
What is the meaning of this roadway warning sign?
crossroads
What is a driver error that may cause a negative reaction by other drivers?
cruising in passing lanes
The left foot should be placed on the ______which is also used as a footrest, for balance and stability.
dead pedal
An horizontal rectangle shaped sign will give the motorist
directions
On the selector lever, D stands for
drive
Three factors that increase risk when driving are:
driver behavior, driver state of mind, driving conditions
The head restraint should be positioned just above the
ears
Deciding to slow down in case a small child is following that ball is an example of
evaluating
Your field of vision is
everything within 180 degrees in front of you
Pushing down on the brake and checking to see if a child is coming would be an example of
executing
If there is a NO LEFT TURN sign at an intersection, it is still legal to make a U-Turn.
false
If this blue light is visible, it means that your high beams head lights ARE NOT WORKING.
false
If you feel the brake pedal pulsating when ABS is working, you should immediately take your vehicle to a service center.
false
On the gear selector lever, R stands for right. (T/F)
false
The anti-lock brake system engages every time the driver applies the brakes.
false
The difference between a two-point turn and a three point turn is that you must back up in a three point turn.
false
When ABS activates, you should pump the brakes to keep it working.
false
To read signs, you need to have good
focal vision
When adjusting the rearview mirror you should
frame the rear window
When parked at a curb approach the vehicle from the ____________ to monitor ____________ traffic.
front; oncoming
Which force of nature will pull your vehicle down a hill faster than you sometimes anticipate?
gravity
Limited access highways
have no traffic lights are also known as expressways have exits and entrances only at certain locations
When braking, the proper technique is
heel on the floor, and press down on the brake with your right foot
Which is NOT a characteristic of an expressway?
high rate of collisions
A dulled, drowsy, trance-like condition while driving is known as
highway hypnosis
In which of the following areas is it illegal to pass another vehicle?
hills curves railroad crossings
Safety belts are designed to allow the strongest bones to absorb the forces in a crash. Your seatbelt should fit snugly across your ______, chest and _______.
hips; shoulder
If you drive on the public roads of Virginia, you must submit to an alcohol or drug tests when requested. This is known as the ______ law.
implied consent
DO NOT PASS.....
in curves going up hills in intersections
If your anti-lock braking system light comes on briefly when you start the car,
it means your ABS system IS working
Drivers preparing to turn left can help communicate this intention by using_______.
lane position 2
ABS can't change the laws of physics, so you need to
maintain a safe following distance
When you are being passed.....
maintain speed
The penalty for anyone less than 20 who is convicted of his/her first demerit violation is
mandatory driving school
When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction, you
may proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus
To reduce your risk on urban roadways, when driving past parked vehicles on the side of the roadway:
move to the left portion of the lane
If the rear bumper is 3-6 inches from the white parking line, the line of sight will extend from the driver _____.
near the back passenger window
If the front bumper is 3-6 inches from the white parking line, the line of sight will extend from the driver _____.
near the side view mirror
a solid lane indicates
no passing
A driver may pass a vehicle on the right
on a multilane highway when the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is a clear lane
Where is the turn signal lever located?
on the left side of the steering column
A driver's license expires
on the licensee's birthday every 8 years
The largest and most dangerous of a large truck's blind spots is found
on the right side or passenger side of the truck
One major reason for motorcycle accidents is
other motorists cannot see them, especially in high traffic and at night
For specific information about your vehicles warning alerts, you should examine the
owners manual
The vision used to judge depth perception is
paracentral vision
A driver uses his/her _____ vision to detect the motion from the sides.
peripheral
_______ vision is first affected by fatigue, drugs and speed.
peripheral
Turning for most driving should involve which steering method?
push-pull-slide
You should use the _________________ method of steering when performing most driving maneuvers.
push/pull/slide
When parked in a parking lot, approach the vehicle from the_____________, to observe people and objects around the vehicle
rear
When encountering a bicyclist on a roadway,
reduce your speed and pass when it is safe to do so expect the unexpected
A footprint around the vehicle___________
represents what you can't see on the ground around the vehicle
When driving an automatic transmission car, the only foot that should be used to control the accelerator and the brake is the _______ foot.
right
_________ is the potential that a chosen action may lead to an undesirable outcome.
risk
Which of these is the term for a car that tumbles from side to side, in a tipping motion?
roll
A pentagon shaped sign indicates:
school crossing or school zone
The S in SEEit stands for
search
The correct procedure for entering an expressway is
search ahead and behind for gaps in traffic, signal, adjust speed, merge and blend with traffic
Seeing the ball in the road is an example of
searching
When parallel parking, you should begin with your ________ even with the side mirror of vehicle you want to park behind.
side mirror
When making a U-turn it is very important to look for
signs indicating that you can make a legal u-turn oncoming traffic and cross traffic turning right
The number one cause of accidents in Virginia is
speeding
Three words to remember for ABS braking are....
stomp, stay, steer
Circadian rhythm fatigue is a result of
the body's natural "down time"
When making a U-turn, make sure to turn into
the farthest lane
When the left side pavement line or curb appears to run through the ____________ the vehicle is 3-6 inches from the curb.
the left hood line
When angle parking, the driver begins turning the steering wheel when
the side view mirror is aligned with the first line of the space
One reason to use a three point turn is
there is no drive way available and traffic is light
When greater pressure is applied to the accelerator to increase speed to pass someone or merge it is called _________ acceleration
thrust
Why is it important to position our head on the head restraint correctly?
to prevent whiplash
A red X over a lane means
travel in that lane is prohibited
ABS allows you to steer while applying maximum braking pressure.
true
An open zone is an area of space that is clear, and would allow you to be able to move your car into that space.
true
Full synthetic oil can be changed every 6,000 - 10,000 miles.
true
If this light comes on and stays on when you start your car, have the air bags serviced immediately.
true
It is better to back out of traffic than to back into traffic.
true
Motorist speeding is a major factor in crashes with pedestrians. (T/F)
true
Selecting a target means to choose the spot where you want your car to go.
true
The driver is legally responsible for all passengers under 18 to have their seatbelts on.
true
The safest way to turn your car around to head in the opposite direction is to go around the block.
true
When parking uphill with a curb,
turn your wheels away from the curb
A yellow line (broken or solid) in the center of a roadway indicates
two way traffic
When you operate a motor vehicle on Virginia's roadways, you have agreed to take a chemical test for alcohol if suspected of drinking and driving
under the implied consent law
A lane in which vehicles exit and enter an expressway is called a
weave lane
To search effectively, drivers need to know
what to look for how to evaluate what they see where to look
HOV lanes are marked with a
white diamond
This vehicle control symbol helps you locate
windsheild wipers
Backing into a driveway is considered a
2 point turn
To safely pass another vehicle, start from a position
2 seconds back
Air bags deploy at speeds up to
200 mph
When approaching the crest of a hill, lane position ___ is recommended.
3
You would use lane position _______ when an emergency vehicle is coming behind you with sirens flashing.
3
A CLOSED zone is an area of space that is clear, and would allow you to be able to move your car into that space.
false
During warmer weather, your tire pressure will decrease. (T/F)
false
The backup camera is on at all times. (true,false)
false
The hood release lever opens the _____.
hood
The i in SEEiT stands for
in
This sign indicates
slippery when wet
Which is NOT a characteristic of urban roadways?
Pedestrians and bicyclists are not permitted
To operate a motorcycle in Virginia, you may have
a motorcycle license a driver's license with an endorsement
Most human injuries in motor vehicle crashes result from
a second impact of the occupants against the vehicle
Interstate signs are shaped like
a sheild
As you make your right turn, you should look
at a target in your path of travel
Reference points are necessary_______________________.
because there are areas around the vehicle which cannot be seen to judge your vehicle's position
What items should be kept in your can in an emergency kit?
blanket crackers / nabs / non-perishible food flashlight bottled water first aid kit
What does the BGE method help to eliminate/reduce?
blind spots and glare
BAC is
blood alcohol concentration
Most cars (with the exception of older modles), will not start until the driver depresses the
brake
Which force of nature causes you to turn your steering wheel to counter act it, during a curve in the road?
centrifugal force
Safety belts should be positioned across the _____, shoulder, and over the
chest; hips
A red light is an example of a(n)_______ area.
closed
When driving on a road that curves to the left:
Approach the curve in the right portion, then accelerate out of the apex
The first E in SEEit stands for
Evaluate
The second E in SEEit stands for
Execute
An interstate route with even numbers travels north/south. (T/F)
False
Runaway ramps are a good place to pull into if you are having basic car trouble. (T/F)
False
The use of cruise control can help control a vehicle in snow. (T/F)
False
When descending long hills, turn on cruise control. (T/F)
False
When passing a bicyclist the law sates you must give him/her a minimum of 3 feet. (T/F)
False
The penalties for the various offenses for DWI may be:
Fines, loss of license, jail, and prosecution
a diamond road marking indicates
HOV lane
When driving on gravel or dirt roadways:
Reduce your speed and increase your following distance
The space management system we will use is the
SEEiT system
The correct order of steps for changing lanes or passing is.....
Signal, Mirrors, Over the Shoulder, Go
When passing someone riding a bicycle ahead of you:
Slow your speed and increase the space between you and the bicyclist
The entrance to an expressway has three areas. What are they?
The entrance ramp, the acceleration lane and the merge area
The T in SEEiT stands for
Time
An alternate route that travels around the city begins with an even number. (T/F)
True
Roundabouts have significantly lower crash and fatality rates than intersections. (T/F)
True
When making your turn you should accelerate at the apex of the turn. (T/F)
True
What checks should you perform on your vehicle WEEKLY?
Windshield Wipers outside lights Emergency Kit tires
Which of these is the term for a car that loses traction in the back, and causes the rear end of the car to swing from side to side?
yaw
The railroad crossing warning sign is considered to have the same meaning as a_______.
yeild sign
General warning signs are
yellow
Under the _______ law, persons less than 21 may lose the privilege to drive if they have a BAC of .02 or above.
zero tolerance
Drivers less than 21 with a BAC of .02 or above may lose their license under the
zero tolerance law