Driver's Ed from Online course

Trumpet Interchange

The trumpet interchange allows for interchange of secondary two-way streets to a multi-lane roadway with minimal traffic mix. It takes the place of a T-intersection which is often used when a roadway ends at the intersection of another roadway.

Headlights must be used

Turn on your low-beam headlights when it is cloudy, raining, snowing, or foggy. On small country or mountain roads, it is a good idea to drive with your headlights on, even on sunny days. This will help other drivers see you. You may have to flash your headlights under certain circumstances to get the attention of another driver who may not see you.

You are backing up. In which direction would the back of your car go if you turn the steering wheel to the right?

Turning the steering wheel to the right moves the back of the car to the right.

What is the only effective way to lower your BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) after drinking alcohol?

Wait until the alcohol has left your system.

You may not drive across a center left turn lane because it is reserved for making left turns only.

false

When driving downhill, your vehicle will accelerate and start moving fast, due to _______________.

gravity

Speedometer

indicates speed in both miles and kilometers per hour

Odometer

indicates the total number of miles your car has been driven since it was manufactured

If your license says you must wear corrective lenses, you ____________________________.

may be fined if you drive without wearing them

Tachometer

measuring instrument for indicating speed of rotation

Cars entering from the side require us to use our ___________.

peripheral vision

Driving is a

privilege

What does a vertical rectangular sign mean?

rules you must obey. Like keep right.

Carpooling and riding buses are good ways to __________________.

save fuel reduce highway traffic reduce pollution

What do red and white regulatory signs tell you?

tell you about regulations you must follow. Like DO NOT ENTER

When parking uphill with no curb, your front wheels should be _________________.

turned to the right

What does a horizontal rectangular sign mean?

usually guide signs showing direction or special information.

hazard lights

Your hazard lights warn other drivers of an emergency situation you may be encountering. All four turn signal lights come on when you activate your hazard lights. Again, consult your car owner's manual for the exact location of the hazard lights switch/button in your vehicle.

illegal passing

Your line-of-sight is restricted or limited by a curve, hill, or weather conditions, e.g., fog, rain, snow. When space is narrowed, and your front zones are closed. Cross-traffic is present, even if there are no warning signs. When there is a solid yellow line on your side of the roadway. A school bus is loading or unloading children. Attempting to pass a long line of vehicles. A vehicle ahead has indicated an intention to turn or stop. Traffic is too close. If you are unable to complete the pass before reaching the no-passing zone lane marking. The vehicle ahead is at or near the speed limit.

What does a diamond shaped sign mean?

a warning or caution

What is the number one killer of teens?

auto related accidents

Do more teens die from car crashes, or from drugs, guns, and violent crimes?

car crashes

There are three types of conditions you encounter on the road:

(1) Open Conditions This means that you have a space or a larger area in which to drive that is without restrictions—you see only wide, open spaces on the road ahead, with no restrictions around your car—you are free to move forward or to change lanes without conflict. (2) Closed Conditions A closed zone means that it is not available for your car's path of travel—that there is a restriction to the driver's view or that space is unavailable in a particular zone. (3) Changing Conditions This often occurs when the driving situation changes from an open to a closed zone. Changing conditions can include speed limits, roadway or weather conditions, lane width, environmental conditions, visibility, traffic flow, time of day, traffic controls, etc. Each of these conditions should have an influence on what speed is appropriate, the path of travel, and what type of communication is used.

Steps to change lanes

1. Turn on your signal.2. Check your mirrors.3. Check your blind spot by looking over your shoulder.4. If it is safe, change lanes.5. Turn off your signal after completing the lane change.

Air bags need ___ inches of space to inflate.

10

What age do most kids get into car crashes at?

18

What age recorded the most speed-related fatalities?

18

About how many teens are killed in a car crash daily?

20

What percent of traffic accidents are alcohol related?

32%

How many pedestrians have been killed in traffic related crashes since 2007?

4,654

About how many people were killed in motor vehicle accidents?

41,059

Cloverleaf Interchange

A cloverleaf interchange allows for interchange of two freeways with minimal disruption of speed or movement. The cloverleaf usually has characteristic weave lanes as traffic enters from one roadway and exits from another. Curved exits lead to braking and steering problems as drivers adjust from high speed to speed of curve.

What happens if you refuse to take the breath test to measure your BAC?

It is a crime to refuse any chemical test to measure your BAC.

Acceleration/gas pedal

It is the pedal that is located on the floor on the far-right. This pedal controls the amount of gas being fed into the engine and thereby controls the speed of the vehicle.You push the accelerator with your right foot with your heel resting on the ground. Do not be jerky with the accelerator. Rather, push it gradually while your car speeds up

IPDE

I—Identify—Locate potential hazards within the driving scene. P—Predict—Judge where the possible points of conflict may occur. D—Decide—Determine what action to take, when, and where to take it. E—Execute—Act by maneuvering the car to avoid conflicts.

Frontage Road Interchanges

Frontage road interchanges allow for interchange of vehicles using parallel secondary two-way or one-way roadways and a major multi-lane roadway. Frontage road turnarounds allow drivers to exit a multi-lane roadway and use the opposing frontage road to enter the multi-lane roadway in the opposite direction.

_____________ steering is well suited when speed of the steering movement is critical, such as with skid recovery in a rear wheel traction loss (vehicle over-steer).

Hand over hand

Hand to hand steering

Hand-to-hand steering (sometimes referred to as push-pull steering) permits the driver to make steering inputs ranging from very minor, one to two degrees, to gross adjustments, up to a half turn of the wheel, while keeping both hands on the wheel for precision adjustments. Hand-to-hand steering is particularly well suited for precision maneuvers, steering through curves, intersection entry and exit, and front-wheel traction loss control (skidding).

Who was the first builder of the American Model T car?

Henry Ford

Which factor doesn't affect the Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)?

How physically fit you are

Which of the following thoughts might lead to a dangerous maneuver related to aggressive driving?

I think I will tailgate this guy and teach him a lesson.

What is defensive driving?

A set of driving skills that allows you to defend yourself against possible collisions

parallel parking

Always signal first, and then position your vehicle parallel with the vehicle parked (rear bumpers of both vehicles are aligned) in front of the empty spot. Keep at least two feet distance away from this vehicle Check to make sure the way is clear behind you, and shift into reverse. Look over your shoulder and back slowly as you turn your wheel toward the curb. Back up slowly so that the front of the vehicle is even with the front door of the vehicle beside you. Turn the wheel sharply to the right and back up slowly until your vehicle is at a 45-degree angle from the curb. Turn the wheel sharply in the direction away from the curb and back slowly until your vehicle is parallel to the curb.Put the car into a forward gear and slowly center your vehicle in the space.

The two white colored lights located to the rear of your vehicle are called _______________ lights.

Backup

Tips for defensive driving:

Be able to control speed. Be prepared to react to other drivers. Do not expect the other driver to do what you think he or she should do. Respect other users of the roadway. Be aware of driving in special road and weather conditions. Be alert and avoid distractions, e.g., cell phone use, eating.

Turning

Before making any turn, whether the turn is into another roadway, a parking lot, another traffic lane, or leaving a parked position, it is important that you signal. Your signal lets other drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians know your intentions.You must give a proper turn signal at least 100 ft (200 ft in some states, e.g., Indiana) before turning or changing lanes.

Why do you think road rage occurs? Here are factors that may contribute to road rage:

Crowded roads which create tension, impatience, and more opportunity for drivers to interact Immaturity, poor attitude, or lack of appropriate values and boundaries The anonymous nature of driving which empowers some people to act as they wish because nobody knows who they are Racial disrespect or prejudice which encourages hostility

What are reasons why you would lose your license?

Failure to pay for a traffic ticket. Participation in street vandalism. Resisting arrest or disobeying a police officer.

IPDE stands for ____________.

Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute

High-Beam Indicator

If this light is on, the high-beam headlights are engaged. Be sure to switch to low-beams if you're approaching another car on the road.

Lanes

If you can choose among three lanes on your side of the road, pick the middle lane for the smoothest driving. Use the left lane to go faster, pass, or turn left. Use the right lane to drive slowly, enter, or turn off the road.

Gearshift

If your car has an automatic transmission, the gearshift is located either on the steering column or on the console between the front seats. The gearshift is used to move a vehicle forward, in reverse, or remain neutral.

Steering position

Keep your hands at opposite sides of the steering wheel. Imagine that the steering wheel is a clock. The most effective positions for your hands are at 8 and 4 o'clock.

What are some causes of injuries from car accidents?

Lack of experience, poor vehicle control, risk-taking, and failure to wear seat belts

What is it called when you have to drive with another adult before your driving test? This is what you get after you pass your written test.

Learners permit

What are the 3 stages of licenses?

Learners permit, provisional license, full license

The blue car is driving behind the orange car and must maintain a safe following distance. What should the driver of the blue car do?

Maintain at least a three-second following distance.

One hand steering

Movement of the steering wheel with one hand is recommended only for backing maneuvers which do not require full left or right turns or when momentarily adjusting devices such as the radio, heating, or air conditioning.

What does a sign with an image of a circle with a line through it mean?

NO.

You are not allowed to park your vehicle

On a sidewalk In front of a driveway In an intersection

illegal parking

On highways (unless indicated otherwise) In an intersection On pedestrian crosswalks or sidewalks In front of driveways In a fire lane or close to a fire hydrant In an underpass or bridge At a blue curb or for a spot reserved for disabled Beside another parked vehicle (double parking)

Turn Signals

On most cars, the turn signal lever is located to the left of the steering wheel. Flicking the lever up indicates a right turn and flicking it down indicates a left turn. Your turn signal should turn off after a turn or a lane change, but if it does not, you should turn it off manually, as soon as possible.

Windshield Wipers

On most vehicles, the windshield wipers can be activated by a lever located to the right of the steering wheel. Usually, you can adjust the speed of your wipers to optimize performance for the specific driving conditions.

Your _________________ has to co-sign the application for a drivers license if you are under 18 years.

Parent or guardian

Vehicle owners purchase insurance from an insurance company by paying a _____________

Premium

The driver of the blue car has been driving for five hours without a break. She feels tired and sleepy, but isn't far from her destination. She notices a rest area ahead. What should she do?

Pull over at the rest area and rest or nap until she no longer feels tired.

What does a round traffic sign mean?

Railroad crossing ahead

The blue car is passing the white car and intends to return to its lane. What should the driver of the blue car do?

Return to his lane only when he can see the front of the white car in his rearview or side view mirror.

The driver of the green car, while driving in the left lane of a two-lane road, sees a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder, partially blocking the far right lane. The blue car is attempting to pass the green car. What should the driver of the green car do?

Slow down to allow the blue car to pass.

The blue car, in the right lane of a two-lane one-way street, approaches an intersection with another one-way street. The blue car intends to turn left, but there is a green car in the left lane. What should the driver of the blue car do?

Slow down, let the green car pass, change into the left lane, then turn left.

The blue car approaches a green car from behind on a two-lane highway divided by double solid yellow lines. The green car is driving at a low speed. What should the driver of the blue car do?

Slow down, maintain a safe following distance, and pass only when a passing lane becomes available.

There are three basic elements to space management:

Speed control Lane positioning Communication

What are the three basic elements to space management?

Speed control, lane positioning, and communication

When you don't have enough room to stop, you may _______ to avoid what's in front of you.

Steer away

What should you do if another driver cuts in front of you?

Take your foot off the gas

Brake pedal

The brake pedal is located on the floor to the left of the accelerator. When depressed, it applies brakes causing the vehicle to slow down and/or stop. You must use your right foot (with a heel on ground) to exert force on the pedal to cause the brakes to engage. If your vehicle has standard brakes, the pedal will move a little bit before it resists. If you have power brakes, you do not need to exert as much pressure on the pedal to use the brakes.

Diamond Interchange

The diamond interchange allows for interchange of a major roadway with a secondary dual or multi-lane roadway. The diamond interchange may have traffic control devices on the intersecting secondary roadway that allows for left and right turns onto the secondary roadway.

Parking brake

The parking brake can be either a pedal operated by your left foot, a lever under the dashboard, or a lever to the right on the floor.It applies brakes to keep the car from moving when parked or to slow the car down if the regular brakes fail.

air bag warning light

There could be a problem with the airbags or occupant restraint system.

What does a pentagon shaped sign tell you?

There is a school nearby

What happens when tires are improperly stockpiled or illegally dumped?

They trap rainwater and become breeding grounds for disease-carrying mosquitoes and rodents.

Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute (IPDE)

This is the step-by-step process behind the principles of defensive driving and complexities of visual perception in traffic. Driving is such a regular part of our lives that we're often figuratively asleep at the wheel.IPDE is an organized thinking and acting process that you should use over and over again when you are driving.

Temperature Warning Light/Gauge

This light activates when the engine temperature or the radiator's coolant is too hot. In some vehicles, a needle gauge indicates the temperature rising in the warning zone of HOT. If this warning light goes on while you are driving, STOP as soon as possible at a safe place and shut the engine off. NEVER REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP TO CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT. The coolant is at boiling temperature and under pressure. If the cap is released, the hot coolant will release with pressure and can cause severe burns if you are standing too close

Fasten Seat belt light

This light functions as a reminder to fasten your seat belt. In some cars, this light will activate if either the driver's or the front passenger's belt is unbuckled.

Oil Pressure Warning Light

This light goes on when the engine oil is not circulating at the required pressure. Some vehicles have an oil pressure gauge that reads LOW when the engine's oil pressure is too low. If you see an oil pressure warning while driving, STOP immediately at a safe place and turn off the engine.

Door Open Light

This light indicates that a door or the hood or trunk of the car is open. If it comes on while you're driving, pull over and make sure all doors are securely closed.

Check Engine Light

This light indicates there is a problem with the engine. If it comes on, pull over to a safe spot and turn off the engine. Have a mechanic inspect your car as soon as possible.

ABS warning light

This light indicates there's a problem with the anti-lock braking system.

Parking Brake Light

This light will come on when the parking brake (emergency brake) is engaged. This light should be off when you start driving and it should be on before you shut down your car.

Backing up

To back up, turn to your right so you can see through the back window. Turn your head and body to the right until you can see clearly through the back window. To improve balance, a driver's right arm can be draped over the back of the seat. The left hand grips the steering wheel near the top and turns it in the direction a driver wants the vehicle to go. Always go slowly, watching carefully in all directions. To steer the car in reverse, turn the wheel in the direction you want the rear of the car to go. Turning the wheel to the right steers the back of the car to the right. Turning the wheel to the left steers to the left.

What is your most important task while driving?

To pay attention to your driving.

The DMV may refuse to issue a drivers license if you don't meet the restrictions set by them.

True

Changing lanes

When changing lanes, the most important thing is to wait until there is a clear gap in the traffic.Then move safely and smoothly into the center of the desired lane, while maintaining your space in the flow of traffic so that no other vehicle is forced to slow down, speed up, or change lanes to avoid collision.

What is expected of you as a licensed driver?

You should be aware of the vehicles around you. You must follow the laws and rules of the road. You must respect the rights of other roadway users.

reference point

When parking next to a curb on the right, the center-hood ornament or the center of the hood works as a good reference point to tell where the right tires are located.When the line of the curb appears to intersect the center of the hood, your car's right tires will be positioned about 3-6 inches away from the curb.

Battery Low Warning Light:

When this light goes on or the battery gauge reads LOW, the power needed for your car starter is limited.

Cruise Control Indicator

When this light is on, cruise control is engaged. Remember to use cruise control only on long, uninterrupted stretches of roadway.

hand over hand steering

When turning corners, use the hand-over-hand or grip and slide method. Do not turn the wheel with only the palm of your hand. Letting the wheel slip through your fingers could be dangerous. Hand-over-hand steering is also useful when maneuvering in a space with limited view, such as perpendicular parking in a congested shopping center. When using hand-over-hand steering, quick movements of the hands are recommended on entry to the maneuver, with smooth slow movements when returning the wheel upon completion of the maneuver.

reference point

When you want to know how far forward you can pull into a parking space or where to stop at an intersection, you will need to determine where the front of your car ends, i.e., where your car's front limitation is.You would drive forward until the curb or line ahead appeared to intersect under the passenger's side mirror. This is when the front of your car will be even with the curb line ahead.

What do signs that are red triangles tell you?

Yield sign. Tells you to slow down