DRIVERS EXAM STUDY FINAL

The safest speed to travel is the prevailing speed of traffic.

True

The ___________ Circuits- power the lights, safety systems, and accessories. This system includes the fuse box, wiring, and any electrically powered equipment. A. Accessory B. Light C. Ignition D. Starting

A

The standard reference point for parallel parking is... A. the center of your vehicles hood B. the front of your vehicles hood C. the right fender

A

Vehicles with Traction Control System have an advantage in rear wheel skids. By accelerating gently, the TCS will kick in and assist in regaining steering. A.) True B.) False

A

When changing lanes, always change _______ lane (s) at a time. A.) 1 B.) 2 C.) 3 D.) As many as necessary

A

Organ/tissue donors must be at least ______ years of age or have consent from a parent or legal guardian. 15 16 17 18

18

Modern technology now allows us to transplant at least ______ kinds of tissue or organs. 12 19 24 36

19

Brake pumping occurs automatically. This is an example of... A.) ABS (Advanced Brake System) B.) Sporadic brake malfunction C.) SIPDE D.) ABP (Advanced Brake Pumping)

A

Skin, cornea, bone, bone marrow, blood, kidney, heart, lung, pancreas, liver, small bowel and heart valves are all tissues that can be transplanted.

A

The ________ will tell you if the coolant in the engine is too hot or too low. A. Temperature Gauge B. Thermometer C. Coolant Meter D. Coolant Gauge

A

A car skims along the surface of water on the road. This is known as... A.) ABS failure B.) Hydroplaning C.) Visibility failure D.) Fog slick

B

A front wheel skid is know as an (a)___________. A.) Topsteer B.) Understeer C.) Oversteer D.) Bottomsteer

B

A front-wheel skid is also known as... A.) Oversteer B.) Understeer C.) Side steer D.) Loss of steering

B

A rear wheel skis is referred to as changes in... A.) Pitch B.) Roll C.) Yaw D.) Temperature

B

Brake failure from overheating while descending a steep hill can be prevented by shifting gears to the neutral position.

B

For emergency vehicles, one moves to the ________ of the roadway. A.) Far left B.) Far Right C.) Both are correct D.) None of the above

B

If the oil light on your dashboard illuminates, the best thing to do is... A.) Pull off the road, shut off the vehicle immediately, and phone for help. B.) Pull off the road, shut off the engine and check the oil level. C.) Get the oil changed at your earliest convenience. D.) Do not panic. Ignore the light. It can light up for no reason.

B

________ are superior brakes that utilize a pinching action on a metal disc to slow or stop tire rotation of the tire. A.) Drum Brakes B.) Disc Brakes C.) Parking Brakes D.) Power Brakes

B

A front-wheel skid is also known as_________. A.) Underside B.) Underwear C.) Understeer D.) Under Balanced

C

Regarding changing lanes while freeway driving, after you have changed into your desired lane, remember to turn off _______________________ . A.) You engine B.) Your lights C.) Your signal D.) Your horn

C

Roads are the most slippery �. A.) At the end of a rainstorm B.) In the middle of a rainstorm C.) During the first few minutes of rain D.) 30 minutes after it has rained hard

C

Speeding reduces... A.) Gas Mileage B.) Tire Pressure C.) Options D.) Risks

C

Air pollution combined with smoke is known as... A.) Wind B.) ABS C.) Fog D.) Smog

D

Alcohol can be a serious challenge for all age groups. In the 1997 study . . . A. Alcohol was the major cause of 16 year old vehicle accidents. B. Fatal crashes (some alcohol was in their systems) involving 16 year olds was twice that of 14 year olds. C. For 16 year olds, it's too little behind-the-wheel experience before they get their license. D. All of the above.

D

Graduated licensing (in some states) may restrict... A. Night time driving for newly licensed drivers B. The number of passengers in the vehicle C. When a teenager can get a learner's permit D. All of the above

D

Put the steps to off-road recovery in the proper order. A. Move the vehicle right until the wheels on the shoulder are 12 to 18 inches from the road edge B. Turn the wheel straight without braking or accelerating C. Move the steering wheel 1/8 of a turn to the left. D. Look for a spot where the road surface appears to be no more than 2 inches above the shoulder. E. As soon as you feel the right front tire contact the road edge, steer back to the right � to � turn. A.) ACEBD B.) AEBCD C.) DCEBA D.) ADCEB

D

The _____ holds the fuel and fuel gauge. A. Fuel Lines B. Fuel Filter C. Air Filter D. Fuel Tank

D

________ is an engine-activated booster unit that reduces the effort required to apply the hydraulic brakes. A.) Disc Brake B.) Drum Brake C.) Lock Braking system D.) Power Brake

D

Chances of death or injury at low speeds when the driver is unbelted are the same as those for belted drivers.

False

It is not necessary for every citizen to have a permit or license before driving.

False

Most accidents that happen during heavy fog are primarily caused by the fog.

False

The best way to stop quickly on snow or ice is to jam on the brakes.

False

The family is not required to consent to organ donation if a signed donor card is present on the deceased.

False

The minimum age for a provisional driver's license is 14 years.

False

When you pull off the road, the most important thing to remember is to not pull off so far as to get stuck in the mud.

False

You do not need to stop for a school bus if you are driving on a two lane highway.

False

Young people have a real sense of the realities of death and do not see themselves as invincible.

False

ABS is an acronym for _______________. A.) Anti-Lock Brake System B.) Anti- Brake Skid C.) Accelerated Brake System D.) Accident-Prevention Brake Suspension

A

Hydroplaning happens when... A.) Your tires ride on the surface of the water like a water ski. B.) The chassis lifts slightly, giving you a floating sensation when traveling at high speeds. C.) You overextend the G-force in a turn. D.) You go over a bump in the road too fast, and the vehicle goes slightly airborne.

A

If an oncoming car is within 200 feet and the driver has not turned off the high beams, it is acceptable to flash your high beams to remind the driver to turn the high beams off. A.) True B.) False

A

In a front wheel skid, a quick jab to the brake pedal will help shift weight to the front if the vehicle is not responding to your adjustments to steering braking and acceleration. A.) True B.) False

A

It is a good idea to identify escape routes as you drive even before you are in an emergency. A.) True B.) False

A

Regardless of the types of brakes that you have, in any emergency situation you should avoid skidding. A.) True B.) False

A

Rolling traction is: A.) The most desirable state of traction when driving. B.) The most efficient state of traction when driving. C.) The least controllable state of traction when driving. D.) The condition of being in a skid when driving.

A

The best way to gain maximum gas mileage is to � A.) Free your driving of abrupt starts and stops B.) Change your oil frequently (every 3000 miles) C.) Do not drive over 50 mph D.) Minimize the use of your air conditioner, signal lights, and windshield wipers

A

The idea of sliding traction is desirable while skiing but not in driving. A.) True B.) False

A

To avoid a power skid you should accelerate smoothly and gradually. A.) True B.) False

A

While driving downhill, gravity is working _____________, possibly requiring brake usage. A.) With you B.) Against you C.) On you D.) For you

A

You are driving down a two-lane road at 45 mph. The oncoming vehicle�s right wheels drop off the pavement. The most likely occurrence is... A.) The vehicle will enter your lane. B.) The vehicle will continue on the shoulder of the road. C.) The vehicle will spin out and hit a tree. D.) The vehicle will return smoothly back onto the road.

A

You have pulled over to the right side of the road next to a curb. If your car is headed down a hill, you should park with your wheels facing______. A.) Right (toward the curb) B.) Left (away from the curb) C.) Straight ahead, with your emergency brake tightly set. D.) Both 2 & 3 are exceptable.

A

___________ causes moisture to accumulate on the inside of the windshield. A.) Fog B.) Excessive smoke C.) Wind D.) Hydroplaning

A

Road construction signs are _______ in color and dictated extra caution in construction zones. A.) Slow down B.) Stay home C.) Drive a large vehicle D.) Hang tight

B

Roads are at their slickest... A.) After a 30 minute rainfall B.) During the first few minutes of rain C.) During the first few hours of rain D.) Before a rainfall

B

The most important thing to do if a vehicle hydroplanes is to slowly steadily apply the brakes. A.) True B.) False

B

The three things that most affect how fast you can safely drive are: A.) Judgment, distance, and maximum car capabilities. B.) Road, weather, and traffic conditions. C.) Brakes, steering, and acceleration. D.) BAC, DWI, or fatigue.

B

The worst possible crash is the ________ collision. A.) T-Bone B.) Head-on C.) Sideswipe D.) Rear-end

B

To respond to a skid, you ________ brake. A.) Should B.) Should not

B

As motorists drive onto the acceleration lane, they must (put in order). A.) Merge, signal, find an opening, and get up to speed. B.) Signal, merge, get up to speed, and find an opening C.) Get up to speed, signal, find an opening, and merge D.) Get up to speed, find an opening, signal, and merge

C

How can you tell if you are experiencing a rear-wheel skid? A.) Your tires are spinning but your vehicle is not moving. B.) The RPM�s are rising but your vehicle is not accelerating. C.) The front end of the car turns out of your path of travel. D.) The center of mass of the vehicle shifts to the front of the vehicle and the hood drops and tilts.

C

If you do not have ABS brakes, in order to maintain control after applying the brakes you must... A.) use your emergency brake B.) put the vehicle in neutral C.) pump the brakes D.) shift into a lower gear

C

If your brakes fail, the FIRST thing to do is to... A.) Apply the parking brake. B.) Shift to a lower gear, then apply the parking brake. C.) Pump your brakes. D.) Shift to neutral.

C

In defining �yaw,� on is referring to vehicle movement A.) Front to rear B.) Side to side C.) Rotationally D.) Yaw means "You all aren't skidding at all".

C

Which of the following is not true of towing? A.) Fuel efficiency is reduced by as much as fifty percent B.) Braking distance is increased C.) Acceleration is increased D.) Maneuvering distance is often doubled

C

A crash is imminent as a result of brake failure. From the choices below, select the best object to steer your car towards. A.) Concrete divider, blocking oncoming traffic. B.) A grassy sidewalk with large trees. C.) The car directly in front of you. D.) A patch of shrubbery.

D

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Board, ______ year old drivers are the riskiest.

16

A change to any of the following inputs will effect the balance of the vehicle, except: A.) Passengers B.) Steering C.) Acceleration D.) Braking

A

Choose the description that does NOT apply to Sliding Traction. A.) The most desirable state of traction when driving. B.) The most efficient state of traction when driving. C.) The least controllable state of traction when driving. D.) The condition of being in a skid when driving.

A

During the night, when others are approaching your vehicle and do not switch to low beam, you should look at ____________. A.) The right edge of the roadway B.) The left edge of the roadway C.) Directly above the oncoming car D.) All of the above are exceptable

A

If there is no (or very little) oil on the dip stick, you should� A.) Not drive any further B.) Drive to the nearest mechanic C.) Only drive the vehicle if it's not smoking D.) Both 2 and 3 above are correct

A

Which of the following is NOT acceptable proof of residency? A. A personal check with the address printed on it. B. A U.S. or State tax return for the previous year C. Bank Statement (not more than 2 months old) D. U.S. passport

A

Engine and Brake Traction Control Systems keep you from having to replace the _______ as often. A.) Transmission B.) Brakes C.) Brake Fluid D.) Engine Oil

B

The Alternator/Generator Warning Light or Gauge indicates improper functioning of your vehicle's __________ system. A. Alternative B. Generating C. Electrical D. Fuel

C

The ________ restricts air flow and increases idle speed (when cold) A. Turbo B. The Charging System C. Choke D. The Starting System

C

The seatback must be adjusted far enough for your __________ to rest on the top of the steering wheel when your arm is comfortably extended. A. Elbow B. Fingers C. Wrist D. Chin

C

These work independently to pressurize the brake fluid. The pressurized fluid activates the brake mechanism. Redundant independent systems allow you to brake even if one fails. A. Disc Brakes B. Drum Brakes C. Dual Master Cylinder D. Power Brakes

C

What is the recommended hand position on the steering wheel? A. 11:00 / 1:00 B. 9:00 / 12:00 C. 9:00 / 3:00 D. Both hands at 6:00

C

When driving a vehicle with an automatic transmission, you may reduce your speed traveling downhill by: A.) Lightly pressing the brake pedal. B.) Shifting to low gear. C.) Both of the above. D.) Neither of the above.

C

Which of the following is not an element of controlled off-road recovery? A.) Let the vehicle move right until the wheels on the shoulder are 12 to 18 inches from the road edge. B.) Look for a spot where the road surface appears to be no more than 2 inches above the shoulder C.) Slow down D.) Move the steering wheel 1/8 of a turn to the left

C

Your vehicle's electrical system is in trouble if this light comes on or the gauge shows "discharge" while the engine is running. A. Service Engine Soon Light B. ABS light C. Alternator / Generator light or gauge D. Temperature light or gauge

C

Which person would experience the greatest force of impact in a sudden collision? A. A 200 lb. man traveling 20 mph B. 150 lb. woman at 30 mph C. A 35 lb. infant at 75 mph D. A 75 lb. child at 55 mph

C/D

A good driver will concentrate... A.) Only on the car in front of them B.) Only on the car behind them C.) Only on the cars to the left and right D.) Not only on the car directly in front, but two or three cars ahead.

D

A vehicle with a manual transmission requires a different starting procedure because the driver must depress the _______ pedal while turning the ignition. A. Start B. Ignition C. Clutch D. Brake

D

On freeways with three or more lanes, if another vehicle is trying to move into the same lane you are trying to change to, the driver to the __________ must yield the right of way.

D

The _________ ensures clean air enters the engine with the fuel. A. Choke B. Turbo C. Fuel Tank D. Air Filter

D

The _________ system produces electrical power while the engine is running to operate all the electrical components and recharge the battery. A. Ignition B. Starting C. Fuel D. Charging

D

While the death rates for drivers in all ages declined 20% from 1975 - 1996... A. The 17-19 year old rates dropped B. The rate for 16 year olds nearly doubled C. The rate for 16 year olds increased 72% D. Both A and B are correct

D

Statistics show that most teenagers wear seatbelts most of the time.

False

The USA Weekend report shows that as teens move into their early 20s they have more vehicle crashes.

False

Select the one tissue or organ below which cannot be transplanted: Skin Blood Large Intestine Lung Heart

Large Intestine

Newly constructed highways may have ___________ _______ along the outer boundary of the lane. This feature creates a loud noise if the vehicle drifts to the edge of the road.

Rumble strips

A driver who does not move out of the way of an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or activated siren is breaking the law and can be ticketed.

True

According to the Code of Virginia, Virginia's motor vehicle laws were created with just one purpose in mind: to ensure the safety of all citizens as they travel our highways.

True

Before leaving a vehicle, adjust the windows to the closed or no more than ¼ inch gap.

True

Guard rails, street lights, and electronic notification signs are safety features one might encounter in today's Highway Transportation System.

True

If a vehicle is equipped with Anti-lock Braking System, the ABS light will illuminate for a few seconds at start up.

True

If you are headed in the opposite direction from an emergency vehicle on a multi-lane roadway it is unnecessary to move to the side of the road.

True

The first thing to understand about stopping on snow or ice is, �The brakes stop the wheel and the tires stop the vehicle�.

True

The prefrontal cortex is where your brain processes information from your eyes, skin, and internal organs.

True

There are three classes of commercial driver license.

True

Uneven acceleration is typical of new drivers

True

When the oil pressure light activates, one should have one's vehicle serviced soon.

True

When towing a trailer, you should signal even earlier than normal.

True

Your vehicle light system is your primary means of communicating with other drivers.

True

Static traction is just another way of saying your car is not moving.

True

The batteries are charged by the electricity generated by the alternator.

True

A rear wheel skid is known as __________. A.) Oversteer B.) Understeer C.) Overside D.) Underside

A

A/an _____________ comes on if one of the dual hydraulic brake systems should fail or, in some vehicles, if the brake fluid is low. A.) Indicator Light B.) Warning Protection System Light (WPSL) C.) Warning Sound D.) Dual Master Cylinder Light

A

________ are double-walled steel tubes full of brake fluid that conduct the hydraulic pressure. A.) Brake Lines B.) Brake Reservoirs C.) Dual Master Cylinders D.) Brake Pads

A

A sudden change to any one of your primary inputs,___________ , _________, and _________, will change vehicle balance and traction dramatically. A.) steering, braking, tracking B.) steering, braking, acceleration C.) steering, acceleration, speed D.) acceleration, speed, braking

B

Once power is lost, steering and braking become impossible. A.) True B.) False

B

The first step when encountering a fallen tree branch on the right side of the roadway is... A. Increase speed to get by the obstacle as quickly as possible B. Reposition your vehicle to the left lane position C. Turn on your low-beam headlights D. Stop in your lane, exit vehicle and remove the branch quickly

B

When driving at night, you are less likely to get in a fatal accident because there are less drivers at night. A.) True B.) False

B

You are involved in an accident. There are no injuries. You do not need to contact the police. A.) True B.) False

B

In choosing a parking space, be sure not to park too close to a fire hydrant.

True

Looking over the shoulder is the most critical factor in compensating for blind spots to the sides.

True

Modified hand-to-hand method of steering means you never actually bring your right hand in contact with your left hand.

True

NHTSA report reveals that about 65% of child seats are not properly used.

True

Older batteries may require to have water added every so often.

True

Regardless of where you live and what temperature it is outside, you should always start the vehicle and give it a few minutes to warm up.

True

Some states require additional insurance for trailers.

True

Immaturity and inexperience are characteristics that often make the teen less skilled and less cautious.

True

In a skid, the best way to regain steering control is to release all braking and accelerating input.

True

In a vehicle with a standard transmission, one must slowly release the clutch and depress the accelerator at the same time to move the vehicle without stalling the engine.

True

Occasionally, one exits a freeway on the left, but most exit ramps are on the ___________ side of the road. A.) Left B.) Right C.) Broad D.) West

B

Changes in balance to the _____ and _______ of the vehicle are referred to as changes in �pitch.� A.) Front, rear B.) Top, bottom C.) Left, right D.) East, West

A

The most crucial strategy for driving during inclement weather is to _______ ______. A.) Slow down B.) Stay home C.) Drive a large vehicle D.) Hang tight

A

To steer out of a front wheel skid . . . A.) Identify a visible target on your intended path of travel and steer toward it B.) Turn the wheel � to � turn away from the direction of the skid C.) Turn the wheel hard in the direction opposite of the skid D.) Lock elbows and maintain a firm grip on the wheel

A

Traction is defined as the _____ between the tires and the road surface. A.) Grip B.) Slide C.) Pull D.) Push

A

While driving through construction, slow down and _______ the ________ of your search pattern. A.) Increase, frequency B.) Decrease, lag time C.) Decrease, frequency D.) Increase, lag time

A

What are the three types of skids? A.) Reverse skids, forward skids, side to side skids. B.) Power skid, braking skid, and loss of traction skid. C.) Power skid, braking skid and side to side skid. D.) None of the above.

B

As motorists drive onto the acceleration lane, they must get up to the speed limit, _______, find a/an ________ and then _______. A.) Plan, open spot, pull directly into the lane B.) Signal, opening, merge C.) Look, postion, press on the gas abruptly D.) Signal, resting point, merge

B

If two vehicles on a three or more lane highway both want to change lanes into the same lane,... A.) The vehicle on the furthermost left yields right-of-way to the driver in the furthest right lane. B.) The vehicle on the furthermost right yields right-of-way to the vehicle in the furthest left lane. C.) Both vehicles have equal rights to the lane. D.) Both of the vehicles must remain in their current lane

B

If you must shift the car into reverse as a result of brake failure, what is the fastest speed that your vehicle can be traveling to execute this maneuver? A.) 20 MPH B.) 25 MPH C.) 30 MPH D.) 35 MPH

B

If you suspect that your brakes are not functioning properly and you do get in an accident, you will not be at fault because brake failure can happen to anyone. A.) True B.) False

B

Loss of traction means... A.) Loss of power B.) Loss of control C.) Loss of speed D.) Loss of mind

B

A ______ skid is the result of having too much power on the drive wheels for the traction of the road surface. A.) Projectile B.) Common Release C.) Braking Skid D.) Power

D

Headlights should be dimmed when an approaching vehicle is within ___ feet. A.) 30 B.) 50 C.) 100 D.) 500

D

On freeways, passing other vehicles... A.) Is a way of showing who is "king of the road". B.) Should be avoided at all costs. C.) Prevents one from becoming drowsy. D.) Is an essential component of driving.

D

Safe braking on a snow packed road involves . . . A.) Pressing brake all the way to the floor suddenly. B.) Shifting transmission to neutral and pressing brake pedal hard. C.) Dimming headlights and then combining quick acceleration with snap braking action D.) Letting off the brake.

D

The best way to mentally prepare for what may be over the hill or around the curve is to _________ and _________. A.) Swerve, maneveur B.) Honk your horn, swiftly change lanes C.) Guess, hope D.) Anticipate, slow down

D

When entering a freeway, get up to speed, signal and then merge from... A.) The right lane B.) The left lane C.) The entrance ramp D.) The acceleration lane

D

When the car engine is hot, � A.) Gently apply pressure and slowly twist the radiator cap counter clockwise. B.) Tap on the top of the radiator cap three times, apply a cloth over the cap, and remove the cap quickly. C.) Both 1 and 2 above will work. D.) Never remove the radiator cap.

D

When traveling uphill in a vehicle with a manual transmission. . . A.) Shift to a higher gear to increase your speed. B.) Increase acceleration to increase your speed. C.) Decrease your acceleration to increase your engine�s pulling power. D.) Shift to a lower gear to increase your engine�s pulling power.

D

Driving under the speed limit (under normal conditions) is a good safe-driving technique.

False

Frontal and angle frontal crashes are not as bad as side-swiping crashes. A.) True B.) False

False

The number one thing to remember about driving during inclement weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) is that the three second rule ALWAYS applies.

False

Though it is illegal, speeding during rush hour will help you get where you are going faster.

False

Tires that have been driven 30,000 miles or more are much more effective when driving in inclement weather than tires with new tread.

False

Warning lights are better than gauges because when they light up, they get your attention.

False

If you are headed in the opposite direction from an emergency vehicle on a roadway with two or more lanes in each direction it is unnecessary to move to the side of the road.

True