driving school

minimum speed limits are in place to

Maintain the general flow of traffic

cognitive distractions take your:

Mind off the task of driving

Most pedestrian fatalities ________

Occur at night

Center lanes may be used for

Turning left

what emotional states can affect your driving?

stress, anxiety, anger, sadness

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit?

0.08%

The best alternative option to avoid or reduce the severity of the crash is called the:

Path of least resistance

Which of the following is NOT a recommended step for safely returning to the road?

Rapidly jerking the wheel

When is it NOT okay to use the improved shoulder on a road?

To pass a slow moving vehicle in front of you

about __ percent of all fatally injured passengers in passenger vehicles were NOT wearing a seatbelt in 2015.

50%

If you are cycling at night, your front lamp should be visible from at least __________ feet.

500

A car traveling 60mph can take longer than ________ to stop

A football field

What is the most important safety gear a cyclist can wear?

A helmet

On a multiple lane highway, slow drivers should drive:

In the right hand lane

effects of drowsy driving

Inability to recall last few miles traveled, having disconnected or wandering thoughts, your head feels heavy, drifting from your lane

Rubbernecking is dangerous because of distracted driving and because rubbernecking drivers:

Often steer in the direction they are looking

When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, the right of way is given to the vehicle ____________.

On the right

Over 71% of all crashes reported resulted in only _______.

Property damage

What is the safest option if you are feeling drowsy while driving?

Pull off the road and get rest

If you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming, you should:

Pull over to the right and stop your car

What are the two strategies that increase safety in all adverse driving conditions?

Reduce speed and increase following distance

What should you do when dealing with a traffic stop?

Remain calm, keep your hands on the wheel, and follow all instructions

After stopping for a school bus, it is safe to proceed again when:

The bus has resumed motion and the red lights have stopped flashing

Momentum is the product of an objects speed and:

Weight

While passing another vehicle, how do you know when it is safe to return to the proper lane?

When you look in the rear view and can see pavement in front of the vehicle you're passing

What is a part of your suspension system

Tires, struts, and shocks

What is the best way to prevent an ejection from a car?

Wearing your seatbelt

Children under what age are required to use a child safety seat, unless they are taller than 57 inches?

7

What percent of bike crashes result in some kind of head injury?

75%

What should you check before beginning a trip?

tires, fluid levels, brakes, seat belt, the body

Seat belts saved an estimated how many lives in 2014?

12,000

About what percent of all fatalities on TN roads were due to speeding?

20%

Speeding was a leading cause of what percent of US roadway fatalities in 2015?

27%

I child younger than two years old or who weighs less than ______ pounds must ride in a rear facing car seat

35

how far before a turn must you signal?

50 feet

Your car can lose traction in how many inches of water?

6

What drugs have no effect on driver performance?

All drugs have an effect

Which of the following is an example of an economic loss?

All of the above: workplace losses, medical expenses, and property damage.

At a roundabout, you must yield to traffic:

Already inside the traffic circle

Being a good defensive driver involves _____ the actions of other drivers

Anticipating

What is the most frequently littered item?

Cigarette butts

Comprehensive coverage covers you in the event that

Damage is done to your vehicle by forces other than accidents

What are the defensive driving chain of events?

Decision, Action, Perception

Liability insurance covers damage _______.

Done to someone else where you are at fault

To recover from hydroplaning you should

Ease your foot off the gas

Because of their narrow profile and lighter weight, motorcyclists have limited rights to the road

False

By adjusting your mirrors, it is possible to completely remove all blind spots around a vehicle

False

Punishments for even a first conviction of DUI can include:

Fines

Speed and ________ Areoften to blame in the creation of collision traps

Following distance

You can control your cruising speed by using only the:

Gas pedal

What are good strategies for dealing with the mistakes of others?

Giving other drivers more room, staying sober and alert, slowing down

Almost _______ Of the people who died in fatal car accidents in 2015 weren't wearing a seatbelt.

Half

In 2014, 44% of all cyclist fatalities occurred between bikes and:

Light trucks

Which state had the highest number of roadway fatalities in 2015 according to the NHTSA?

Texas

When driving in fog, you should use your

Low beams

If you lose traction, you should NOT

Slam on the brakes

Do not pass if the line that divides traffic lanes is

Solid

What is an example of a regulatory sign?

Speed limit

If someone is injured at the scene of an accident what should you do?

Stay on the scene, leave them where they are, call for help

What does a flashing red light indicate?

The same as a stop sign; come to a complete stop, then proceed when there is no oncoming traffic

Which is NOT a safety tip for pedestrians?

Wear dark clothing at night to avoid blinding drivers.

Which is recommended for cyclists operating in wet conditions?

Wear reflective clothing

You cannot stop your car:

Within an intersection

You must yield to oncoming traffic when turning left except when:

You have a green left arrow indication a protected turn

If the crossing gates are down At a railroad track, you may only drive around the crossing gate if:

You may not drive around the crossing gate for any reason

In 2014, 67% of drivers involved in fatal crashes were:

alcohol impaired

Which of the following were key contributing factors to roadway accidents in TN?

all choices are correct: distracted driving, drunk driving, and speeding

Which of the following is NOT a recommendation for dealing with an aggressive driver:

maintain your lane when being followed closely