Driving- Chapter 3: Learning to Drive
Avoid driving closer than 500 feet behind the emergency vehicle
AFTER AN EMERGENCY VEHICLE PASSES YOU WITH ITS SIREN ON, YOU MUST: A. Drive closely to the police car B. Drive as fast as the police car C. Avoid driving closer than 500 feet behind the emergency vehicle D. Drive near the curb very slowly
On an up-hill
ALLOW A LARGER SPACE CUSHION WHEN STOPPING: A. On an up-hill B. At an intersection C. At a stop sign D. At a toll plaza
Allows you time to react to situations
ALLOWING A SPACE CUSHION IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE IT: A. Prevents distractions from other vehicles B. Allows you time to react to situations C. Keeps traffic flowing at a safe pace D. Keeps other drivers alert
Travels at slower speeds than normal traffic
AN ORANGE TRIANGLE ON THE BACK OF A VEHICLE INDICATES THAT VEHICLE: A. Carries radioactive materials B. Takes wide turns C. Travels at slower speeds than normal traffic D. Makes frequent stops
All of the above
ANYTHING THAT REQUIRES YOU TO _______ COULD CAUSE YOU TO CRASH. A. Take your eyes off the road B. Take your hands off the wheel C. Take your attention away from the driving task D. All of the above
Slows down your reactions
AS ALCOHOL BUILDS UP IN YOUR BLOOD, IT: A. Slows down your reactions B. Makes you feel less confident C. Begins to metabolize itself more quickly D. Decreases your driving errors
Look left first, then right, then left again
AT AN INTERSECTION WITH A STOP SIGN, YOU SHOULD STOP AND: A. Check your rearview mirror for cars tailgating B. Go when the vehicle ahead of you goes C. Look right first, then left, then right again D. Look left first, then right, then left again
4 seconds of following distance from the car ahead of you
AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, ON A DRY ROAD, A SAFE FOLLOWING DISTANCE IS AT LEAST: A. 3 seconds of following distance from the car ahead of you B. 2 seconds of following distance from the car ahead of you C. 4 seconds of following distance from the car ahead of you D. 2 car lengths of following distance from the car ahead of you
Pedestrians
AT NIGHT, IT IS HARDEST TO SEE: A. Road signs B. Pedestrians C. Other motorists D. Street lights
Turn your head and look through the rear window
BEFORE BACKING UP, YOU SHOULD: A. Rely on your mirrors to see if it is clear to proceed B. Flash your lights C. Open your door to see if it is clear to proceed D. Turn your head and look through the rear window
Give the proper turn signal to show you are changing lanes
BEFORE PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE YOU SHOULD: A. Flash your headlights to alert the driver B. Turn on your four-way flashers to warn the driver C. Give the proper turn signal to show you are changing lanes D. Sound your horn to get the drivers attention
Early enough so others know your plans
BEFORE PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE, YOU SHOULD SIGNAL: A. Just before changing lanes B. At any time C. After changing lanes D. Early enough so others know your plans
Use your signal
BEFORE TURNING, YOU SHOULD: A. Use your signal B. Turn the wheel C. Increase your speed D. Change lanes
As you drive faster, your tires become less effective
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS TRUE ABOUT DRIVING ON A WET ROADWAY? A. As you drive faster, your tires become less effective B. Water does not affect cars with good tires C. Deeper water is less dangerous D. As you decrease your speed, the roadway becomes more slippery
The safe speed to drive depends on many conditions
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS TRUE ABOUT THE SPEED AT WHICH YOU TRAVEL? A. The safe speed to drive depends on many conditions B. Driving slowly is always safer C. The speed limit is always a safe speed D. Accelerating is always dangerous
The driver
WHO MUST YIELD WHEN A DRIVER IS TURNING AND A PEDESTRIAN IS CROSSING WITHOUT A TRAFFIC LIGHT? A. Whoever started last B. The driver C. Whoever is slower D. The pedestrian
1000
4. YOU MUST USE YOUR HEADLIGHTS WHEN OTHER VEHICLES ARE NOT VISIBLE FROM _____ FEET AWAY. A. 1000 B. 1500 C. 1800 D. 1200
Take turns more slowly
WHEN DRIVING ON SLICK ROADS, YOU SHOULD: A. Take turns more slowly B. Change lanes quickly C. Accelerate quickly D. Brake hard
Increase your following distance
WHEN DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROADS, YOU SHOULD: A. Use alternate routes B. Drive as you would on dry roads C. Increase your following distance D. Avoid crossing bridges or intersections
Drive 5 to 10 miles below the speed limit
WHEN DRIVING ON WET ROADS, YOU SHOULD: A. Drive the speed limit B. Drive slightly faster than the speed limit C. Drive 5 to 10 miles below the speed limit D. Stay close to the vehicle ahead
Increase following distance to 5 or 6 seconds
WHEN DRIVING ON WET ROADS, YOU SHOULD: A. Increase following distance to 5 or 6 seconds B. Decrease following distance to 2 seconds C. Not be concerned about following distance D. Maintain the 4-second following distance rule
Staring at the roadway for long periods of time
"HIGHWAY HYPNOSIS" IS A DRIVER CONDITION THAT CAN RESULT FROM: A. Staring at the roadway for long periods of time B. Frequent rest stops C. Too much sleep the night before your trip D. Short trips on expressways
Check again for approaching trains and proceed with caution
AFTER A TRAIN HAS PASSED, YOU SHOULD: A. Check again for approaching trains and proceed with caution B. Wait for a green light C. Proceed across the tracks D. Blow horn and proceed
Check your mirrors and blind spots
BEFORE CHANGING LANES ON A MULTI-LANE HIGHWAY YOU SHOULD: A. Sound your horn B. Turn on your headlights C. Reduce your speed D. Check your mirrors and blind spots
All of the above
DISTRACTED DRIVERS ARE AT A GREATER RISK OF A CRASH WHEN THEY ARE USING WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING: A. CD player B. Radio C. Cell phone D. All of the above
60
FOR AN AVERAGE PERSON, HOW MANY MINUTES DOES THE BODY NEED TO PROCESS THE ALCOHOL IN ONE DRINK? A. 15 B. 60 C. 90 D. 30
Slower
HYDROPLANING CAN BE HELPED BY DRIVING: A. Through shallow water B. Faster C. Slower D. Through deep water
The left side
IF A VEHICLE USING HIGH BEAMS COMES TOWARD YOU, YOU SHOULD LOOK TOWARDS _____ OF THE ROAD. A. Either side B. The center C. The right side D. The left side
Flash your high beams
IF A VEHICLE USING HIGH BEAMS COMES TOWARD YOU, YOU SHOULD: A. Turn on your high beams B. Turn off your headlights C. Sound your horn D. Flash your high beams
Steer right, blow your horn, and brake
IF AN ONCOMING DRIVER IS HEADING TOWARD YOU IN YOUR LANE, YOU SHOULD: A. Steer right, blow your horn, and accelerate B. Steer left, blow your horn, and brake C. Steer right, blow your horn, and brake D. Stay in the center of your lane, blow your horn, and brake
Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times
IF YOU NEED TO SLOW DOWN OR STOP WHEN OTHER DRIVERS MAY NOT EXPECT IT, YOU SHOULD: A. Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times B. Use your emergency brake C. Look over your shoulder for traffic in your blind spot D. Get ready to blow your horn
Wait until you have a clear view of both tracks
IF YOU STOP AT A RAILROAD CROSSING WITH MORE THAN ONE TRACK: A. Wait until you have a clear view of both tracks B. Stop on the railroad track and watch for another train C. Go through as soon as the train passes D. Go through when one of the tracks is free
Go to the next exit, and get off of the freeway there
IF YOU WANT TO GET OFF OF A FREEWAY, BUT YOU MISSED YOUR EXIT, YOU SHOULD: A. Go to the next exit, and get off of the freeway there B. Make a U-turn through the median C. Pull onto the shoulder and back your car to the exit D. Flag down a police officer for an escort back to your exit
Are 2 - 7 times more likely to have a crash than a person who has not consumed any
IF YOUR BLOOD ALCOHOL LEVEL IS .04, YOU: A. Are 2 - 7 times more likely to have a crash than a person who has not consumed any B. Are above the legal blood alcohol limit but fine to drive C. Can be very sure that you will drive safely D. Should drink plenty of coffee before getting behind the wheel of your car
Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers
IF YOUR CAR BREAKS DOWN ON A HIGHWAY, YOU SHOULD: A. Sit in your car and wait for help B. Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers C. Sound your horn at passing motorists D. Flash your headlights at oncoming traffic
Hand signals
IF YOUR TURN SIGNALS FAIL, YOU SHOULD USE _____ TO INDICATE YOU ARE TURNING. A. Your horn B. Your headlights C. Hand signals D. Your emergency flashers
The left lane
TO TURN LEFT ON MULTI-LANE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS, YOU SHOULD START FROM: A. The middle of the intersection B. The right lane C. The left lane D. Any lane
The driver you are passing is making a left turn
ON A TWO-LANE ROAD, YOU MAY PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE RIGHT WHEN: A. Driving on a single lane entrance ramp B. The driver you are passing is travelling slower than the posted speed limit C. Never D. The driver you are passing is making a left turn
In a crash, loose items in your vehicle become projectiles that continue to travel the same speed your vehicle was moving before the impact. Put heavier objects, such as backpacks, luggage and tools in your trunk, whenever possible, or secure them with the vehicle's seat belts. Never store items on the rear window deck.
Why and how should one secure loose items in the passenger compartment?
Are distracting activities
PREPARING TO SMOKE AND SMOKING WHILE DRIVING: A. Do not affect driving abilities B. Help maintain driver alertness C. Are distracting activities D. Are not distracting activities
A head restraint that properly cushions the back of your head can prevent or reduce the severity of neck injuries in a crash. Adjust your head restraint so the top of the head restraint is at least as high as the top of your ears.
Why should one adjust head restraints in a car?
Take longer distances than cars to stop
5. WHEN SHARING THE ROAD WITH A TRUCK, IT IS IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER THAT, IN GENERAL, TRUCKS: A. Take longer distances than cars to stop B. Require less time to pass on a downgrade than cars C. Require less turning radius than cars D. Require less time to pass on an incline than cars
distraction; inattention great enough to cause a crash can result from driving distractions or lack of sleep.
Anything that causes you to 1) take your attention away from driving, 2) take your eyes off of the road or 3) take your hands off of the wheel is a ___________.
More dangerous
COMPARED TO DRIVING DURING THE DAY, DRIVING AT NIGHT IS: A. Less dangerous B. No more of less dangerous C. More dangerous D. Easier on your eyes
Carelessness and speeding
CRASHES IN WORK ZONES ARE MOST COMMONLY THE RESULT OF: A. Tire blow-outs B. Hydroplaning because of water sprayed on the roadway C. Loss of steering control after driving over wet paint D. Carelessness and speeding
Anything makes conditions less than perfect
DRIVE BELOW THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT WHEN: A. Anything makes conditions less than perfect B. Others drive below the speed limit C. Entering a highway where there are other cars D. You are on a four lane road
Must yield to drivers in the roundabout or traffic circle
DRIVERS ENTERING A ROUNDABOUT OR TRAFFIC CIRCLE: A. Must stop before entering B. Must yield to drivers in the roundabout or traffic circle C. Have the right of way if they arrive first D. Have the right of way if there are two lanes
Have trouble controlling their vehicles
DRIVERS WHO EAT AND DRINK WHILE DRIVING: A. Have no driving errors B. Have trouble driving slow C. Are better drivers because they are not hungry D. Have trouble controlling their vehicles
Excessive speed
HYDROPLANING IS USUALLY CAUSED BY: A. Excessive stops B. Sudden stops C. Sudden turns D. Excessive speed
Let the car slow to a stop
IF YOU HAVE A TIRE BLOWOUT, YOU SHOULD: A. Allow the steering wheel to move freely B. Let the car slow to a stop C. Continue driving until you reach a garage D. Brake hard to stop the car immediately
Fasten both your lap and shoulder belts on every trip.
How should one adjust the driver's seat?
Prior to entering the vehicle, check tire pressure using the recommended psi (pounds per square inch) located in the vehicle owner's manual or the driver's side door jamb of the vehicle. Use a tire pressure gauge to check your psi. Check your tires "cold" - before you've driven or at least three hours after you've driven. If your psi is above the number listed on your door jamb, let air out until it matches. If below, add air (or have a tire professional help you) until it reaches the proper number. You may also measure tread depth using the penny test. Once every month, or before you embark upon a long road trip, check your tires for wear and damage problems. One easy way to check for wear is by using the penny test. 1. Take a penny and hold Abraham Lincoln's body between your thumb and forefinger. 2. Select a point on your tire where the tread appears to be lowest and place Lincoln's head into one of the grooves. 3. If any part of Lincoln's head is covered by the tread, you're driving with the safe amount of tread. If your tread gets below that, your car's ability to grip the road in adverse conditions is greatly reduced.
How should one keep tire safety?
Sound your horn
IF ANOTHER CAR IS IN DANGER OF HITTING YOU, YOU SHOULD: A. Sound your horn B. Wave your arms C. Use your emergency lights D. Flash your headlights
Ignore the other driver
IF ANOTHER DRIVER CUTS YOU OFF IN TRAFFIC, YOU SHOULD: A. Pull next to the driver and yell at him or her B. Ignore the other driver C. Flash your high beams at the driver D. Get back at the other driver by cutting him or her off
Try to get out of the aggressive driver's way
IF SOMEONE IS DRIVING AGGRESSIVELY BEHIND YOU, YOU SHOULD: A. Try to get out of the aggressive driver's way B. Stare at the driver as he or she is passing you C. Speed up as he or she is passing you D. Block the passing lane
Steer left
IF THE REAR OF YOUR VEHICLE STARTS TO SKID LEFT, YOU SHOULD: A. Steer left B. Hit your brakes C. Accelerate D. Steer right
Allow the motorcycle to use a complete lane
IF YOU ARE DRIVING BEHIND A MOTORCYCLE, YOU MUST: A. Allow the motorcycle to use a complete lane B. Drive on the shoulder beside the motorcycle C. Allow the motorcycle to use only half a lane D. Pass in the same lane where the motorcycle is driving
Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a right turn
IF YOU ARE FOLLOWING A TRUCK THAT SWINGS LEFT BEFORE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AT AN INTERSECTION, YOU SHOULD REMEMBER THAT IT IS VERY DANGEROUS TO: A. Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a right turn B. Apply your brakes until the truck has completed the turn C. Violate the "4 - second" following distance rule D. Honk your horn at the truck driver
Stop driving
IF YOU BEGIN TO FEEL TIRED WHILE DRIVING, THE BEST THING TO DO IS: A. Get some coffee B. Open your window C. Stop driving D. Turn on the radio
On all sides of the vehicle
IT IS BEST TO KEEP A SPACE CUSHION: A. Only in back of your vehicle B. Only on the left and right side of your vehicle C. Only in front of the vehicle D. On all sides of the vehicle
managing space
If another driver near you makes a mistake, you will need time to react to the situation. The only way to be sure you will have enough time to react is to leave plenty of space between you and the vehicles around you. • As shown in the diagram to the right, there are six (6) areas of space around your vehicle you must be able to manage. • It is best to keep a space cushion on all sides of your vehicle.
4-SECOND RULE
KEEP A SPACE CUSHION AHEAD (4-SECOND RULE) • What is a safe following distance? A 4-second following distance, as shown above in Area 1 of the space management diagram, will allow you to steer or brake to avoid a hazard safely on the highway, if the pavement is dry. • If you are following too closely and the vehicle ahead of you stops or slows suddenly, you will not be able to avoid a crash. • Keeping a safe following distance will enable you to react to a problem ahead without the need for a panic stop, which could cause a following driver to crash into the back of your vehicle. • To determine your following distance, watch the rear bumper of the vehicle ahead of you. When the bumper passes a road marking or a roadside object like a telephone pole, start counting how many seconds it takes you to reach the same spot on the road. If you pass the marking or object in less than four (4) seconds, you are following too closely. Sometimes you will need extra space ahead of you. Allow a longer following distance than usual when: • Traveling on roads that are wet and slippery, or not paved - there is less traction, so it takes longer to stop. • The driver behind you wants to pass - there must be room ahead of you for the passing driver to pull in front of you. • You are following a driver whose rear view is blocked - drivers of trucks, buses, vans, or cars pulling campers or trailers may slow down suddenly without knowing you are behind them. • You are following a large vehicle blocking your view ahead - you need extra room to see around the vehicle. • You are following a driver who is carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer - the extra weight will make it more difficult to stop. • Approaching slow moving vehicles, including bicycles. • You are following school buses, taxis, public and private buses and trucks transporting hazardous substances these vehicles must stop at railroad crossings and make other, unexpected stops. • You are driving downhill - it is harder for your brakes to slow your vehicle, especially at high speeds. • You are stopped on an uphill - the vehicle ahead may roll back into your vehicle when traffic begins to move.
1. Tire Safety 2.Adjust the driver's seat 3. Fasten your seat belt 4. Secure loose items in the passenger compartment 5. Adjust the rear view and side mirrors 6.Windshield 7. Adjust ventilation 8. Adjust head restraints 9. Wear prescription glasses/ contacts 10. Lock your doors
List the order of vehicle checks: preparing to drive.
Close to the center line
ON TWO-LANE, TWO-WAY STREETS OR HIGHWAYS, YOU SHOULD START LEFT TURNS: A. Close to the center line B. Close to the outside line C. In the center of the lane D. Anywhere in the lane
For the first 10 to 15 minutes of a rain storm
ROADS BECOME VERY SLIPPERY: A. When it has been raining for an hour or more B. The day after it rains C. For the first 10 to 15 minutes of a rain storm D. Right after the rain has stopped
Shaded
ROADS FREEZE MORE QUICKLY WHEN THEY ARE: A. Flat B. Curvy C. In the sun D. Shaded
Increases the risk of causing a crash
TAKING DRUGS ALONG WITH ALCOHOL: A. Increases the risk of causing a crash B. Is no more dangerous than alcohol by itself C. Lessens the effect of alcohol on your ability to drive D. Has no effect on your general driving ability
They are driving with teenage passengers
TEENAGE DRIVERS ARE MORE LIKELY TO BE INVOLVED IN A CRASH WHEN: A. They are driving with their pet as a passenger B. They are driving with adult passengers C. They are driving with teenage passengers D. They are driving without any passengers
8 hours
TEENAGERS SHOULD TRY TO GET AT LEAST ___ OF SLEEP EACH NIGHT TO AVOID THE RISK OF DROWSY DRIVING CRASHES. A. 7 hours B. 6 hours C. 8 hours D. 9 hours
Follow another car
THE "FOUR-SECOND RULE" REFERS TO HOW ONE SHOULD: A. Yield to other cars B. Turn at stop signs C. Follow another car D. Cross an intersection
Road and weather conditions and oncoming traffic
THE AMOUNT OF SPACE YOU NEED TO CROSS TRAFFIC DEPENDS ON THE: A. Road and weather conditions and oncoming traffic B. Presence of a stop sign C. Use of your turn signals D. Cars behind you
Slowing or stopping
THE DRIVER IS: A. Slowing or stopping B. Turning left C. Turning right D. Opening his/her door
Turning left
THE DRIVER IS: A. Turning left B. Slowing C. Stopping D. Turning right
Turning right
THE DRIVER IS: A. Turning left B. Slowing C. Stopping D. Turning right
The effect that alcohol has
THE EFFECT THAT LACK OF SLEEP HAS ON YOUR SAFE DRIVING ABILITY IS THE SAME AS: A. The effect that alcohol has B. The effect that amphetamines have C. The effect that anger has D. The effect that driving with teenagers has
No one
THE LAW GIVES _______ THE RIGHT OF WAY AT INTERSECTIONS. A. No one B. Drivers turning left C. Drivers going straight D. Drivers turning right
70
THE MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT IN THIS STATE IS ____ MILES PER HOUR . A. 55 B. 50 C. 60 D. 70
Wear your seat belt
THE MOST EFFECTIVE THING YOU CAN DO TO REDUCE YOUR RISK OF GETTING INJURED OR KILLED IN A TRAFFIC CRASH IS: A. Wear your seat belt B. Limit your driving to week days C. Stay in the right lane on multi-lane highways D. Limit your driving to times between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Slow down before you enter the curve
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO REMEMBER ABOUT SPEED MANAGEMENT AND CURVES IS TO: A. Drive at the posted speed limit as you enter the curve, then slow down at the sharpest part of the curve B. Slow down before you enter the curve C. Accelerate gently before you enter the curve D. Drive at the posted speed limit of the roadway, before, throughout, and after the curve
Are driving on the opposite side of a divided highway
THE ONLY TIME YOU DO NOT HAVE TO STOP FOR A SCHOOL BUS WHOSE RED LIGHTS ARE FLASHING AND STOP ARM IS EXTENDED IS WHEN YOU: A. Are driving on the opposite side of a divided highway B. Are behind the bus C. See no children present D. Can safely pass on the left
Single vehicle/run-off-the-road
THE TOP MAJOR CRASH TYPE FOR 16 YEAR OLD DRIVERS IN PENNSYLVANIA IS: A. Single vehicle/run-off-the-road B. Being sideswiped on an interstate C. Driving in reverse on a side street D. Driving on the shoulder of a highway
Center lane traffic may go straight or turn left
THESE PAVEMENT MARKINGS TELL YOU THAT AT THE INTERSECTION AHEAD: A. Center lane traffic may go straight or turn left B. You can only turn right from the center lane C. The center lane mergers into one lane D. Center lane traffic must turn left
Communicate with other drivers on the road
TO HELP AVOID CRASHES, YOU SHOULD: A. Communicate with other drivers on the road B. Ignore other drivers on the road C. Drive on side streets and back roads D. Avoid driving during rush hour
Use that lane that belongs to oncoming traffic
TO PASS A SLOWER-MOVING VEHICLE ON A TWO-LANE ROAD YOU MUST: A. Not cross the center line B. Flash your lights to oncoming traffic C. Use the shoulder D. Use that lane that belongs to oncoming traffic
Continually scan the entire road and roadsides
TO PREPARE FOR ANYTHING COMING UP IN THE ROAD AHEAD, YOU SHOULD: A. Continually scan the entire road and roadsides B. Stare straight ahead at all times C. Drive with your left foot resting lightly on the brake pedal D. Maintain focus toward the middle of the road
Remain steady or decrease
WHEN A TRUCK DRIVER BEHIND YOU WANTS TO PASS YOUR VEHICLE, YOUR SPEED SHOULD: A. Remain steady or decrease B. Change lanes C. Change D. Increase
Look ahead and maintain a safe following distance
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO AVOID THE NEED TO MAKE EMERGENCY (OR "PANIC") STOPS WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC? A. Honk your horn to make others aware of your presence B. Look ahead and maintain a safe following distance C. Drive in the right lane only D. Drive slower than the flow of traffic
Stop at least 10 feet away from the bus
WHEN A SCHOOL BUS HAS ITS LIGHTS FLASHING AND ITS STOP ARM EXTENDED, YOU MUST: A. Stop at least 10 feet away from the bus B. Pass if children have exited the bus C. Stop if the bus is on the opposite side of a barrier D. Drive slowly by the bus
Stop and remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm has been withdrawn
WHEN APPROACHING A STOPPED SCHOOL BUS WITH ITS RED LIGHTS FLASHING AND ITS STOP ARM EXTENDED, YOU MUST: A. Stop 5 feet away from the bus B. Stop only if you see children are present C. Stop and remain stopped until it appears safe to proceed D. Stop and remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm has been withdrawn
Low beam headlights
WHEN DRIVING IN FOG, YOU SHOULD USE YOUR _________. A. Low beam headlights B. High beam headlights C. Parking lights D. Hazard flashers
Drive with the flow of traffic
WHEN DRIVING IN TRAFFIC, IT IS SAFEST TO: A. Fluctuate your speed to keep alert B. Drive faster than the flow of traffic C. Drive slower than the flow of traffic D. Drive with the flow of traffic
Slow down and be prepared to stop
WHEN DRIVING NEAR A BLIND PEDESTRIAN WHO IS CARRYING A WHITE CANE OR USING A GUIDE DOG, YOU SHOULD: A. Slow down and be prepared to stop B. Take the right-of-way C. Proceed normally D. Drive away quickly
Looking in your mirrors and turning your head to look over your shoulder
WHEN DRIVING ON A FREEWAY ENTRANCE RAMP, YOU SHOULD LOOK FOR A GAP IN FREEWAY TRAFFIC BY: A. Looking in the inside rearview mirror only B. Looking in the sideview mirror only C. Looking in both rearview and sideview mirrors D. Looking in your mirrors and turning your head to look over your shoulder
Drive toward the nearest road side and stop
WHEN DRIVING ON A ONE WAY STREET AND AN EMERGENCY VEHICLE WITH FLASHING LIGHTS IS BEHIND YOUR CAR, YOU: A. Drive with your flashers on B. Drive toward the nearest road side and stop C. Speed up and take the nearest exit D. Slow down until the vehicle passes you
Lengthen your usual following distance — by double
WHEN DRIVING THROUGH A WORK ZONE, IT IS A GOOD SAFETY PRACTICE TO: A. Drive close to the vehicle in front of you to keep traffic flowing freely B. Shorten your usual following distance — by about half C. Turn on your cruise control D. Lengthen your usual following distance — by double
Accelerate to the speed of traffic
WHEN ENTERING A HIGHWAY FROM AN ENTRANCE RAMP, YOU SHOULD GENERALLY: A. Enter above the speed of traffic to get ahead B. Enter slowly to avoid other vehicles C. Stop first, then slowly enter traffic D. Accelerate to the speed of traffic
Once you have moved into the exit lane
WHEN EXITING A HIGHWAY, YOU SHOULD SLOW DOWN: A. On the main road, just before the exit lane B. Once you see the toll booth C. Once you have moved into the exit lane D. When you first see the exit sign
Let the car pass and then pass the bike
WHEN FACED WITH ONE ONCOMING CAR TO THE LEFT AND A BICYCLIST TO THE RIGHT, YOU SHOULD: A. Pull onto the shoulder B. Split the difference C. Let the car pass and then pass the bike D. Pass the bike quickly
Reduce
WHEN MAKING A TURN, YOU MUST _____ YOUR SPEED. A. Increase B. Maintain C. Vary D. Reduce
Drivers turning left must yield to drivers going straight through the intersection
WHEN NO SIGNS, SIGNALS, OR POLICE TELL YOU WHAT TO DO AT AN INTERSECTION, THE LAW STATES THAT: A. Drivers on the right must yield to drivers on the left B. There are no laws stating who must yield C. Drivers going straight must yield to drivers turning left at the intersection D. Drivers turning left must yield to drivers going straight through the intersection
Move as far left as possible
WHEN PASSING A BICYCLIST, YOU SHOULD: A. Blast your horn to alert the bicyclist B. Move as far left as possible C. Remain in the center of the lane D. Put on your four-way flashers
Be sure the passing lane is clear
WHEN PASSING ON A MULTI-LANE HIGHWAY: A. Be sure the passing lane is clear B. Pass only on the right C. Watch for oncoming traffic D. There is no need to signal
Allow at least 4 seconds of following distance
WHEN TRAVELING BEHIND A MOTORCYCLE: A. Allow a following distance of at least 2 car lengths B. Allow at least 2 seconds of following distance C. Allow at least 4 seconds of following distance D. Allow a following distance of at least 4 motorcycle lengths
Use your four-way flashers
WHEN TRAVELING BELOW 40 MILES PER HOUR ON A LIMITED ACCESS HIGHWAY, YOU SHOULD: A. Drive on the shoulder B. Use your high beams C. Sound your horn to warn others D. Use your four-way flashers
You need to make sure there is space to get all the way across the tracks without stopping, before you start to cross
WHEN YOU ARE IN A LINE OF TRAFFIC THAT IS CROSSING A RAILROAD TRACK THAT HAS NO SIGNALS OR GATES: A. You have the right of way and do not need to check for trains B. You may pass slower drivers crossing the track C. You need to make sure there is space to get all the way across the tracks without stopping, before you start to cross D. All of the above
3 to 4 seconds before you reach the intersection
WHEN YOU ARE PLANNING TO MAKE A TURN, YOU SHOULD ACTIVATE YOUR TURN SIGNALS: A. Only if there are other drivers following you B. Just as the front of your car reaches the intersection C. 3 to 4 seconds before you reach the intersection D. 2 car lengths before reaching the intersection
To run out in front of you without looking
WHEN YOU DRIVE THROUGH AN AREA WHERE CHILDREN ARE PLAYING, YOU SHOULD EXPECT THEM: A. To know when it is safe to cross B. To stop at the curb before crossing the street C. To run out in front of you without looking D. Not to cross unless they are with an adult
Pull over to the side of the road and stop
WHEN YOU HEAR A FIRE ENGINE SIREN, YOU MUST: A. Slow down until it passes you B. Drive with your flashers on C. Pull over to the side of the road and stop D. Speed up and take the nearest exit
Use your four-way flashers
WHEN YOU PARK ON THE ROADWAY, YOU SHOULD: A. Use your four-way flashers B. Park at an angle C. Keep your turn signal on D. Turn your lights on
Pull to the curb and stop
WHEN YOU SEE AN EMERGENCY VEHICLE WITH FLASHING LIGHTS, YOU MUST: A. Slow down and keep moving in your lane B. Keep driving in your lane C. Pull to the curb and stop D. Stop exactly where you are
Be able to easily reach the pedals and other controls and have a clear view out the windshield.
Why should one adjust the driver's seat?
To remove blind spots around your vehicle, the rearview and side mirrors may have to be adjusted differently for each driver. The rearview mirror should be set so you can see the traffic directly behind your vehicle. The side mirror(s) should be set so when you lean left/right you can just barely see the side of your vehicle. Set the mirrors after you adjust your seat.
Why should one adjust the rearview and side mirrors?
You should maintain a constant supply of fresh air in your vehicle. This helps you stay alert and guards against carbon monoxide (exhaust gas) poisoning when you drive.
Why should one adjust ventilation in a car?
Locking your doors and wearing your seat belt will help to ensure you will not be thrown from your vehicle in a crash. Being thrown from a vehicle increases your chances of death by 75 percent. It will also reduce the likelihood of being carjacked or otherwise victimized when you stop at an intersection or pull into a parking lot.
Why should one lock the doors?
It is against the law to place anything on the front windshield that blocks a driver's view of the roadway.
Why should one make sure there is nothing on the windshield?
Wait until you can see all the lanes you need to cross before going ahead with your turn
YOU ARE WAITING TO TURN LEFT AT A MULTILANE INTERSECTION, AND OPPOSING TRAFFIC IS BLOCKING YOUR VIEW, YOU SHOULD: A. Accelerate rapidly when the first lane you need to cross is clear B. Wait until you can see all the lanes you need to cross before going ahead with your turn C. Wait for the opposing driver to wave you across the intersection D. Edge your car into each lane of opposing traffic as soon as it clears
Have lost control of your car
YOU MAY HONK YOUR HORN WHEN YOU: A. Have to stop quickly B. Are passing another car C. Have lost control of your car D. Are passing a bicyclist
He or she is blind
YOU NEED TO USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN DRIVING NEAR A PEDESTRIAN USING A WHITE CANE BECAUSE: A. He or she is deaf B. He or she has a mental disability C. He or she is blind D. He or she has a walking problem
See a child who is about to run into the street
YOU SHOULD HONK YOUR HORN WHEN YOU: A. Are travelling through an intersection B. Are passing a bicyclist C. See a child who is about to run into the street D. Are parallel parking
The condition of the road
YOUR ABILITY TO STOP IS AFFECTED BY: A. Signal lights B. Other cars on the road C. The time of day D. The condition of the road
You cannot see without moving your head
YOUR BLIND SPOT IS THE AREA OF THE ROAD: A. You cannot see without moving your head B. Directly behind your vehicle C. You see in your rearview mirror D. You see in your side mirror
Are slowing down or stopping
YOUR BRAKE LIGHTS TELL OTHER DRIVERS THAT YOU: A. Are making a turn B. Have your emergency brake on C. Are changing lanes D. Are slowing down or stopping
Even the smallest amount of alcohol
__________ LIMIT(S) YOUR CONCENTRATION, PERCEPTION, JUDGMENT, AND MEMORY. A. Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit B. Alcohol does not C. Even the smallest amount of alcohol D. Only a blood alcohol level greater than .05