Drivers Ed
what should you do if you are stopped by a law enforcement?
move over to the right side of the road and stop, stay calm, place vehicle in park, turn off ignition and put the keys on your dashboard, do not exit the vehicle unless you are asked to, put your hands on the steering wheel and wait to get out the insurance and other papers until they ask for them, be polite and patient
white lane meaning
multiple lanes of travel in the same direction
Two solid yellow lines between lanes of traffic means...
neither side can pass unless you need to turn into a driveway(when it is safe to do so), or if a vehicle at less than half the speed limit(pass when safe to do so)
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, what does your car have to be in to start it?
neutral
are you required to stop for a school bus on a divided highway?
no
can you exceed the speed limit to pass
no
when to use high beams
no oncoming vehicles, unfamiliar roads, construction areas, or where there might be people along side the road
when should you leave more than 4 seconds of a following distance?
on slippery roads(because you will need more time to stop), when the driver behind you wants to pass, when following motorcycles or bicyclists, when following drivers who cannot see you, when you are pulling a trailer, hard to see, when being followed closely, following emergency vehicles, approaching railroad crossings, stopped on a hill
if your car has automatic transmission, what does your car have to be in to start it?
park
can people with a heart condition drive?
people with heart diseases that can cause fainting or a heart attack should not get behind the wheel
what should you do to break if your car has ABS?
press the break pedal as hard as possible and keep it there(you will hear a noise ABS makes when it is working, or you will feel the break pedal pushing back)
what should you do if your hit from the rear?
press yourself against the back of your seat and put your head against the head restraint, be ready to break
if you cannot see anything in a very heavy downpour, what should you do?
pull over until it lightens up
what should you do if your breaks fail?
pump the breaks several times, if that doesn't work use the parking break slowly so the wheels don't lock up, if that doesn't work shift to lower gears and look for a safe place to stop
when should you turn on your head lights
raining, snowing, fog, when it begins to get dark, when driving away from a rising or setting sun
it is illegal for a person 21 years or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration that is ___ or higher
.08
how many feet away from a stopped school bus with its flashing red lights should you stop? do you have to stop if it's on the opposite side of the road as you?
20 feet, yes
how quickly does alcohol reach your brain?
20-40 minutes
How many feet can a big trucks blind spot be up to?
200 feet
how many feet away from a snowplow does the law require you to be?
200 feet behind a snowplow when its red or amber lights are on
how many feet within a railroad crossing can you park if there are no no parking signs?
25 feet
speed limit on residential and business streets
25mph
speed limit in outlying parts of cities or villages, or semi urban districts outside cities or villages
35 mph
how many feet can you park within a driveway, alley, or private road, or blocking the area of the curb removed or lowered for access to the sidewalk?
4 feet
how many seconds of a gap do you need when changing lanes? what if you want to change into multiple lanes over?
4 second gap, take each lane one by one
talking on a cellphone can increase your risk of a crash by how much?
4 times
within how many feet is it illegal to follow and pass an emergency vehicle?
500 feet
how long do OWI convictions remain on your drivers license for?
55 years
speed limit on any highway or freeway in Wisconsin, except on multi-lane freeways and expressways posted for 65 or 70 mph
55mph
when your vehicle is moving, how many space areas surround it?
6
speed limit on rural interstate highways and some posted freeways and expressways
65mph
speed limit on some posted freeways and expressways
70 mph
if you have a probationary license and are under 18, how many months will you have restrictions on who can ride with you?
9 months
when are you able to renew your probationary license?what do you receive when you renew it?
90 days before it expires, issued a regular license that will be valid for 8 years
Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) purpose
A Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) is designed to intuitively guide motorists through the interchange
ABS
Anit-lock Breaking System
how to use a ramp meter
As you enter a metered ramp, you will see a "Ramp Metered When Flashing" sign. If the sign's yellow light is not flashing, you can merge into traffic without stopping or slowing down. If the sign's yellow light is flashing, it means the ramp meter is operating and you must chose the appropriate lane(regular or HOV lanes)
DMV
Division of Motor Vehicles
when not to use your horn
Encouraging someone to drive faster or get out of the way, informing other drivers of an error, greeting a friend, around blind pedestrians, around animal-drawn vehicles or animals being herded on the roadway
High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV)
reserved for carpools and vehicles with more than one person in them(signs tell you how many people must be in vehicle and the days and hours it applies
what are shared center lanes reserved for? how are they marked?
reserved for making left turns by vehicles traveling in either direction, these lanes are marked on each side with solid yellow and dashed yellow lines
what side of the road should you pull over to when emergency vehicles using a siren,air horn, or red and blue flashing lights are present? what happens if they are present on the other side of a divided highway?
right edge of the road, and stop. Don't need to pull over if on other side of divided highway
where should your hands be on a steering wheel?
right hand at 3:00 and left hand at 9:00
if you are driving slower than traffic on a multi-lane road, what lane should you use?
right lane
what turn signal do you use when you exit a roundabout?
right turn signal
flashing red traffic light meaning
same thing as a stop sign(must come to a full stop then go when it is safe to do so)
what are some clues to help spot slippery roads
shady spots can by icy and cold(they freeze first and dry out last), over passes/other bridges can have icy spots, temperature is around freezing point, when it starts to rain on a hot day
what conditions would require you to slow down while driving?
sharp curve, the roadway is slippery, there is standing water, driving on gravel or dirt, snow, rain, sleet
where to turn your wheels if there is a curb and you face uphill
sharply left
where to turn your wheels if there is no curb and you are facing downhill
sharply right
what to do if you see a deer on the side of the road
slow down, blow horn, and be ready to stop, watch for more deer
flashing yellow traffic light meaning
slow down, check for cross traffic, and proceed with cation
instruction permit requirements if under 18
Have completed or be enrolled in an approved behind-the-wheel driver ed course which begins within 60 days from the date your driver ed instructor certifies your application, have an adult sponsor sign the application
what are some trouble spots of where you should slow down?
Shopping centers, parking lots and downtown areas, rush hours, narrow bridges and tunnels, toll plazas, schools playgrounds and residential areas, railroad crossings
when can a revoked license can be reinstated
The period of revocation is over, and you file proof of financial responsibility with the DMV, and you present proof of identity and you pay the reinstated fee
what does WI law say about being able to see well? (what kind of vision do you need)
at least 20/40 vision in at least one eye, with or without corrective lenses
what advantages does looking well ahead while driving have?
avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn, save on fuel, help traffic move at a steady pace, help steer straighter
where should you stop if there is no stop line?
before entering the crosswalk or near the side of the intersection
service signs(color/shape)
blue square or rectangular signs with white letters or symbols and show the location of various services like rest areas, gas stations, campgrounds, or hospitals
steady green traffic light meaning
can go through the intersection but must yield to emergency vehicles, if stopped and the light turns green let the crossing traffic clear the intersection first and then proceed. (can turn left if there are no signs saying you cannot but only when safe to do so because oncoming traffic has the right of way)
green arrow meaning
can turn in direction of arrow, there should be no oncoming traffic, watch for pedestrians
blind spots
cannot see the corners of your vehicle, to see cars in your blind spots, you must turn your head to see them
HOV lanes with a metered ramp
certain vehicles(2+ people, motorcycles, buses, emergency vehicles) can use this lane to bypass lanes, however they must still obey the traffic signals given to them in their HOV lane
hints for backing up
check behind vehicle before you get in it for children or small objects, turn and look directly through the back window(don't rely on mirrors), back up no faster than a slow walk, if possible use a person to stand outside and help back you in
when you slow down, what do you need to check for?
check behind your vehicle
steady red traffic light meaning
come to full stop, wait until traffic lights turn green and there us no crossing traffic before you go (can turn right on red if there are no signs saying that you cannot, can turn right on red if you are going from a one-way street to a one-way street)...Must yield to all traffic and pedestrians then proceed, staying in your lane
examples of how a probationary license can get extended for 6 months
convicted of a moving traffic violation, violate any of the restrictions, license is revoked or suspended for any reason
what way does traffic move in a roundabout?
counter-clockwise
examples of when you should change your speed
curves, slipper road(rain, snow, ice), foggy
how much should you reduce your speed by in on packed snow?
cut it in half
what does a safety belt do/help with?
helps protect you on all trips, protects from being thrown around in the car in the event of a crash, will help prevent being thrown toward the side of the crash
exhaust system of a car definition
helps reduce the noise from the engine, helps cool the hot gases coming from the engine, and moves these gases to the rear of the vehicle
suspension system of a car definition
helps you control the vehicle and provides a comfortable ride over varying road surfaces
implied consent law
if a police or traffic officer asks you to take a PAC test, you must comply. If you refuse, the officer must arrest you for violation of the Implied Consent Law
when must you report a crash to a law enforcement?
if there is an injury, a death or property damage of $1,000 or more to any one person's property, or property damage of $200 or more to government property
route number signs
indicate the type of roadway(interstate,U.S., state, city, or country)
why is drinking and driving dangerous?
it affects the areas of your brain that control judgement and skill, slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see clearly, makes you less alert
why is fatigue bad when driving?
it takes longer to make decisions
what should you do if you have a power failure
keep a strong grip on the steering wheel, leave the key on the "on" position, pull off the roadway
what should your do if your gas pedal sticks?
keep eyes on road, shift to neutral, pull off road, turn off engine
as a general rule, what side of the street should you pass on?
left
on roads with multiple lanes, which one should be used to pass?
left-most lane
what do high beams do?
let you see twice as far as low beams
if you are involved in a crash with a parked vehicle, what do you need to do?
locate the owner of the car you hit, if you cannot find them, leave a note in a place where it can be easily seen with information on how the owner can reach you, the date and time of the crash
what to do if you are hit by a deer
make sure vehicle is safe to dive if not get assistance, get vehicle off road is possible, record the time, place and other circumstances for insurance purposes, if you hit a deer you are entitled to keep it(if you don;t want it the next motorist on the scene is entitled to keep it but first must get a tag for it), if you decide to leave it you must contact your local law enforcement
reserved lanes
marked by signs stating the lane is reserved for special use, often have a white diamond posted at the side of the road and/or painted on the road surface. it is illegal to drive in these lanes if you don't have that type of vechicle
red arrow meaning
means the same thing as a red traffic light
dashed white lines
means you can cross the lines to pass or change lanes if safe to do so
solid white line
means you should stay in your lane unless a special situation requires you to change lanes
why shouldn't you drink alcohol while taking medications?
medications may multiply the effects of alcohol or have additional effects of their own
what are the penalties for your second OWI conviction?
minimum of one year revocation, time in jail, all the vehicles that have your name on the title will be installed with an ignition lock
ramp meters purpose
more evenly space the number of vehicles merging with traffic already on the freeway
If you are stopped and your view of a cross street is blocked, what should you do?
slowly move ahead and stop again before entering the intersection, check for cross traffic and pedestrians before proceeding
destination signs(color/shape)
square or rectangular and are green or brown with white lettering and show directions and distance to various places(cities, airports, parks, historical areas, museumes)
regulatory signs(color/shape/purpose)
square,rectangular, or have a special shape and are usually white or red with black red or white , green letters/symbols- tell you the requirements for stopping, yielding, traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed limits, turning, parking and other special situations
what should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?
stay off the break(or you will skid more), turn the steering wheel in the direction you want to go and as soon as the vehicle straightens out turn the wheel back the other way, continue to turn the wheel left and right until the vehicle is moving down the road in your control
how should you steer to avoid a crash without ABS?
step on the brake pedal, then let up and turn the steering wheel
yellow arrow meaning
stop if safe to do so
what should you do if you have a headlight failure
try the headlight switch a few times, put on the emergency flashers/turn signals/fog lights, pull off the road as soon as possible
flashing yellow arrow meaning
turns are permitted(allowed) but you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians then proceed with cation
how long is a probationary license valid for?
two years from your next birthday
occupational drivers license definition and how many hours you are able to drive a day and a week)
type of restricted license issued to individuals whose driver license has been suspended, revoked or denied(allows you to drive up to 12 hours a day and 60 hours a week)
how much could you get fined for if you have fake liability insurance?
up to $5,000 fine
how much could you get fined for if you don't have liability insurance?
up to $500 fine
for an average adult, how long does it take to get rid of each drink of alcohol in their body?
up to 2 hours
what are the penalties for your third OWI conviction?
vehicle could be seized
if you come to an intersection and there are no signs or traffic lights, who must you yield to?
vehicles coming from the right
railroad crossings warning signs
warn you that a train might be near, don't try to beat a train or shift gears in the middle of the track or you could get stuck
when must you yield to pedestrians?
when they are in or about to enter the crosswalk
when can you drive in a reserved lane?
when you are withing half a block of where you plan to turn
when do you know it is safe to return back to your lane after you passed another vehicle?
when you can see both headlights of the vehicle you just passed in your rear-view mirror
hydroplaning definition
when your tires start to ride up on the water
when should you dim your high beams?
whenever you come within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle
what are the penalties for your first OWI conviction?
will be fined, driving privilege will be revoked for at least 6 months,
what does ABS do?
will help you stop with less or no skidding by keeping the wheels from locking up
what happens if you get 6 demerit points in a 12 month period?
will receive a warning letter that will tell you how to reduce points by 3 by completing an approved traffic safety course
warning signs(shape,color,what they do)
yellow with black or symbols and most are diamond shaped. they warn you about special hazards/situations
should you yield the right of way to livestock on the highway?
yes
can diabetics drive?
yes, but only if there is a chance that they will not have a reaction to the insulin
dashed yellow lines(passing)
you can pass but watch for oncoming traffic
If the law enforcement agency does not investigate the crash or file a report what do you need to do?
you need to file a report online within 10 days
how do the signals in a metered ramp work?
you should pull completely up to the white stop line so your tires will trigger the sensors in the pavement to change the light from red to green(each lane takes turns with changing to green, DON'T squeeze in with another persons green light)
how many points start on your driving record?
zero
when changing lanes, what should you do?
• Look in your rear view and side mirrors. • Make sure there are no vehicles in the lane you want to enter. • Make sure nobody is about to pass you
how to make a Y-turn
1. Check for traffic in your mirrors and blind spot. Signal right. Pull as far right as possible and stop. 2. Check traffic in mirrors and blind spot. When the way is clear, signal left. Make a left-angle turn to the opposite curb or side of the road. 3. Check traffic to left and right. Turn front wheels as far right as possible. Looking behind the vehicle, back far enough so the vehicle clears the curb when you pull forward. 4. Check traffic to left and right and proceed when the way is clear.
how to parallel park
1. Check traffic in rear-view mirrors as you slow. Put your turn signal on. Stop even with the vehicle ahead and about 2 feet away from it. 2. Turn wheels right and slowly back toward the vehicle behind. As the front door passes the back bumper of the vehicle ahead, straighten the wheels and continue to back straight. 3. When clear of the vehicle ahead, turn wheels sharply left and back slowly to the vehicle behind. Be looking to the sidewalk area and towards the vehicle behind you. 4. Turn wheels right and pull toward the center of the parking space. Straighten wheels unless you are on a hill. When the maneuver is finished, your vehicle should be within 12 inches of the curb or edge of the road, and at least 2 feet away from parked vehicles
steps for driving in a roundabout
1. Slow down. Obey traffic signs. 2. Yield to pedestrians and bicyclists. 3. Yield to traffic on your left already in the roundabout. 4. Enter the roundabout when there is a safe gap in traffic. 5. Keep your speed low within the roundabout. 6. As you approach your exit, turn on your right turn signal. 7. Yield to pedestrians and bicycles as you exit
restrictions on probationary license
1.)from 5a.m-midnight: can drive anywhere alone, any family members can ride along and one person who holds a valid regular license for 2 years AND is a qualified instructor 19+ OR, a person 21+, and one other person 2.) from midnight-5a.m: can drive alone if driving from school, work, or home. if driving with someone else they can be a parent/guardian, one person who holds a valid license for 2 years AND is a qualified instructor 19+, OR a person 21+. also can have any family members ride along with you
how many feet within a fire hydrant can you park if there are no no parking signs?
10 feet
on a wet road how much should you reduce your speed by?
10 mph
how many seconds of a gap do you need to pass?
10 seconds
how far ahead should you look in an open highway?
10-15 seconds
how many seconds ahead should you always be looking while driving?
10-15 seconds
how many feet should you signal before your intended turn?
100 feet
how long is a instruction permit good for?
12 months (and all the other requirements for obtaining a class D drivers license)
instruction permit requirements
15 1/2 years old, and pass the highway and sign test
how many feet away from an intersection or crosswalk can you park if there are no no parking signs?
15 feet
how many feet within a fire station driveway can you park if there are no no parking signs?
15 feet
speed limit within a school zone or school crossing when children and/or a crossing guard are present, in an
15mph
requirements of obtaining a class D drivers license
16 years old, present proof of US citizenship(birth certificate, passport), name and date of birth,(valid US passport), identity(social security card), proof of WI residency(bank statement, utility bills), social security number. completed drivers ed course, and have an adult sponser for completing that, pass driver license test, turn in out of state license, pay all fees, have no suspentions in other states, meet all medical requiremnts
habitual defender definition
If you are convicted of 4 or more major traffic violations or 12 or more minor violations within 5 years, the DMV will declare you a habitual offender. Your priveledge will be revoked for 5 years
instruction permit definition
If you have not previously held a driver license, you must first get an instruction permit at a DMV Service Center(temps)
Forward-facing child safety seat in the back seat requirements
Is 1-4 years-old Weights 20-40 pounds
safety belt requirements
Is 8 years-old or older OR Weighs 80 or more pounds OR Is 57 inches or taller
Booster seat requirements
Is at least 4 years-old but, less than 8 years-old Weighs at least 40 pounds but, less than 80 pounds Is not 57 inches (4 feet, 9 inches) or taller
Rear-facing child safety seat in the back seat requirements
Is less than 1 year-old OR Weighs less than 20 pounds.
solid or dashed yellow lane on roadway meaning
LEFT edge of traffic lane going in your direction
pavement markings
Lines and symbols on the roadway divide it into lanes, tell you when you may pass other vehicles or change lanes, and which lanes to use for turns. They define pedestrian walkways and show where you must stop for signs or traffic signals
yellow lane markings
Lines separating traffic moving in opposite directions
funeral possessions right of way
Only the first vehicle in a funeral procession must obey traffic signs and signals, vehicles in possesion must have headlights on, don't cut into one
solid white line on edge of roadway meaning
RIGHT edge of traffic lane on a road
probationary license requirements
UNDER 18: 1. Present proof of completing an approved driver education class, and 2. Have had an instruction permit for a minimum of six months, and 3. Have accumulated 30 hours of behind-the-wheel driving experience (10 of the 30 hours must be at night), and up to 5 hours of behind the wheel with a qualified instructor 4.)no traffic violations 6 months prior 5.) have parent sponsor the completion of 30 hours driving 6.)pass driving and skills test 7.)pay required fees
when should you lightly tap your horn?
When a person on foot or on a bicycle appears to be moving into your lane of travel, when you are passing a driver who starts to turn into your lane, when a driver is not paying attention or may have trouble seeing you, when coming to a place where you cannot see what is ahead(a steep hill, a sharp curve or exiting a narrow alley)
when to blast your horn
When another vehicle is in danger of hitting you, when you have lost control of your vehicle and are moving towards someone
restrictions on instruction permit
You may drive only when you are accompanied by a person with two years driving experience who holds a valid regular license and sits in the passenger seat and is an instructor 19+(3 people can ride along), OR parent, guardian or spouse 19+(with family members in the backseat), OR a person 21+.
on ice how fast should you drive?
a crawl
what are bicyclists in tilted to? how many feet should you leave between you and them to pass?
a full lane, leave 3 feet of room to pass
truck apron
a paved area on the inside of the roundabout for the rear wheels of large trucks to use when turning(cannot be used by cars)
when can a suspended license be reinstated
after the end of the suspension period and after the reinstatment fee is paid
when can you NOT make a U-turrn?
any intersection where a police officer is controlling traffic, in mid block on any street in a business district, or in the middle of a main highway in a residential district, upon a curve, any place where a U-turn cannot be made safety or any place where there are signs saying you cannot make that type of a turn
intersection definition
any place where traffic merges or crosses
what should you do to break if your car doesn't have ABS?
apply the breaks as hard as you can without locking them, as soon as the vehicle stops skidding, push down on the brake pedal again (keep doing this until the vehicle has stopped)
where should you stop if there is no marked stop line or crosswalk?
at a point nearest the intersecting roadway where you have a clear view of approaching traffic, but before entering the intersection
guide signs
help you navigate and inform you of services available
reversible lanes(and what each colored lane X sign means)
designed to carry traffic in one direction at certain times, and in the opposite direction at other times. usually marked by double-dashed yellow lines. signs are posted by the side of the road or overhead, special lights are often used(green arrow=can use lane beneath it, red x means you cannot, flashing yellow x=lane only used for turning, steady yellow x=lane is changing and you should get out of it)
blue reference markers
designed to improve emergency responses to highway incidents, each one includes the direction of travel, route number, and mile number
construction signs(color/shape)
diamond or rectangular shaped, orange with black letters or symbols that warn you about people working near or on the roadway,TRAFFIC FINES DOUBLE IN WORK AREAS
how should you steer to avoid a crash with ABS?
don't jerk the steering wheel while braking
what happens if you get 12 or more demerit points in a 12 month period?
driving privileged will be suspended or revoked
when are deer most active?
dusk and dawn in October and November
what should you do If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road?
ease foot off of gas pedal, keep wheels straight, do not stop or turn until your wheels are gripping the road again
how often should you check your mirrors?
every 6-8 seconds
when should you use your turn signals?
every time you change direction(change lanes, turn left and right, merge, park, passing another vehicle)
what should you do if your in the middle of an intersection and the light turns red?
finish completing the turn
probationary license definition
first license issued to new drivers regardless of age
what to do if a driver fails to dim their high beams
flash your high beams to let them know, if they still don't dim their lights then look toward the right side of the road
when to use low beams
fog, snowing or raining hard
what is WI law with head lights?
from 1/2 an hour after sunset and 1/2 hour before sunrise, and any other time you cannot see a vehicle or person on the roadway within 500 feet
what is the hand/arm possession for stopping?
hand pointing down
what is the hand/arm possession for a left tun?
hand pointing straight out
what is the hand/arm possession for a right turn?
hand pointing up
cross buck meaning
has the same meaning as a yield sign, must yield to trains
what to do when there are emergency vehicles in a roundabout?
have NOT entered the roundabout-pull over,allow them to pass are in the roundabout- continue to exit, then pull over
what should you do if you are involved in a crash?
stop vehicle at or near the crash site get out but don't stand in a traffic lane, turn off ignition of wrecked vehicles, don't smoke, stay away from power lines, use warning devices to alert traffic, call the police and 911, help any injured first who is not walking or talking(don't give them water, but cover them with a blanket if possible to prevent shock)
what do traffic signs tell you
tell you about traffic rules, hazards, where you are, and how to get where you want to go, where services are located
speed limit signs
tell you the maximum speed allowed, the minimum speed required, or a change in speed limit. (the max. speed limit should only be driven in in ideal conditions)
lane use control signs
tell you where you can turn or what direction you can turn from a certain lane, often use an arrow symbol
at a four-way stop, who gets to go first?
the driver who reaches the intersection first(after coming to a complete stop)
what is alcohol concentration?
the percentage of alcohol in your body and is usually determined by a breath, blood or urine test
if your hit from the side, where will your body be thrown?
the side that is hit
steady yellow traffic light meaning
the traffic light is about to change to red, must stop if safe to do so, if in the middle on the intersection when the light turns red don't stop, keep going
at a four-way stop what happens if 2 vehicles arrive at the same time?
the vehicle to the right goes first
why are roundabouts becoming more common in the US?
they provide safer and more efficient traffic flow than standard intersections
what should you do if your tire blows out?
tightly grip steering wheel and keep vehicle going straight, slow down but don't apply the breaks until the vehicle has almost stopped, pull off to a safe place
examples of traffic control signs
traffic signs/signals, pavements markings, also provided by a law enforcement, highway personnel or school crossing guards(must obey signs from these people even if the traffic lights say different)
