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What are "move over" laws?

Require drivers to slow down and change lanes when approaching a road side incident

slippery when wet

Road ahead becomes slippery in wet weather. Slow down under these conditions.

what does s.i.p.d.e stand for

Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute

What should you do if your brakes fail?(2 steps)

Take your foot off the gas, shift the car into a lower gear Shift into neutral and gradually apply the hand brake

why do construction zones have slower speeds

To allow drivers more time to make good decisions

No U-Turn sign

You may not make a U turn.

the weight ratio of a train to a car is like that of

a car to a coda can

You may fail your road test because of:

a collision, various or repeated minor mistakes, violations of traffic law

driving under the influence of alcohol or certain drugs is

a crime

how far ahead should you look when driving on the highway

a quarter of a mile ahead

where is a shoulder harness worn

across the chest

what must you do to prepare to drive

adjust the seat, adjust mirrors, look around for pedestrians and traffic

_________ and _________ must be used at the same times always

air brakes, seat belts

Some prescription drugs can impact your driving and can have the same effect as:

alcohol

If you are about to be hit from the rear, you should(3 steps):

apply your brake, brace yourself between the steering wheel and the seat back, press the back of your head firmly against the headrest

what is the following distance when driving behind a motorcycle

at least 4 seconds

when should you use your high beam headlights

at night when there are no oncoming vehicles approaching. USE LOW BEAMS WHEN YOU SEE AN ONCOMNG VEHICLE

When merging with traffic flow, try to enter:

at the same speed as the traffic flow

what should you do if you are angry or upset when driving

avoid driving

safely sharing the roadway with other drivers and pedestrians is essential for

avoiding crashes

what should you do to avoid being an aggressive driver

be polite and courteous, allow plenty of time for trips, give others the benefit of the doubt

at intersections, you must yield to

bicyclists

what does implied consent law mean

blood alcohol concentration test

what should you do if you see a car coming towards you in your lane

blow your horn and flash your lights to warn the other driver, brake fast, and steer off road to the right if possible

fines in the work zone

can be double normal fines

what is the number on distraction involved in the most crashes

cell phone

A solid white lanes means:

changing lanes is dangerous, use caution if you attempt to cross

before driving you should

check your mirrors, adjust seat and make certain there are no obstacles or children near the vehicle

what is the best way to avoid speeding

check your speedometer frequently

Fatigue increases the risk of:

collisions

what do you do when you come to a flashing red lilght

come to a complete stop

motorcycles have the right to use the _______ traffic lane

complete

what shape are construction zone signs

diamond or rectangular with orange and black coloring

when do you use the shared center left turn lane

do not move into the lane too soon, 200 ft

what slows your reaction time

drinking alcohol

the driver is at risk for fines is passengers are

drinking alcohol?

what should you do if you are driving in the fog

drive slowly, be sure your low beams are on, be prepared for an emergency stop

how often should you conduct an inspection of your car

each time before you drive

what should you do if it feels like your tires have lost traction with the road during rain

ease foot off the gas pedal, carefully steer in the direction you want the front of your car to do, be prepared to counter-steer after the correction is made

what should you do if steam comes from under the hood of your car

exit the road and turn off the engine

what should you do if you encounter an aggressive driver

get out of their way safely

what should you do if you pass your intended exit on the interstate

go to the next, exit, get off, turn around, and get back on and return to the desired exit

what should you do if you have a tire blowout

hold the steering wheel firmly, stay in your lane, slow down, and pull off the road into a safe area

It is _____ for drivers 17 and under to use wireless communication while driving

illegal

why is the number of teenage crashes so high

immaturity and lack of driving experience, willingness to take risks, less likely to use safety belts

when driving you should only use your cell phone

in an emergency

what should you do when following a school bus at a railroad crossing

increase following distance to 4 seconds

When driving at night, you need to:

increase your following distance

what should you do if you are following a school bus at a railroad crossing

increase your following distance to 4 seconds

Most collisions between cars and motorcycles happen:

intersections

why should you not honk your horn at a blind pedestrian

it frightens them, they have no idea who you are honking at, they listen to all traffic sounds

what should you do if you are about to be hit from the side

keep a tight grip on the steering wheel. be ready to steer quickly to regain control of the car

In work zones, barriers, such as drums, cones, and rubes are used to

keep traffic out of hazardous work zones

large vehicles have much ________blind spots than cars

larger

If following an emergency vehicle, you should:

leave more space and lane position

what should you do if you approach a railroad crossing if warning lights are not flashing

look both ways and be prepared to stop because the lights may not be working

you must always ____________________ at railroad crossing even if _________________ warning lights are not on

look both ways, warning lights

if your vehicle enters water, ________________________ and climb onto the ______ of your vehicle

lower windows, top

what should you do to pass a large truck

make sure you have room to complete the pass, allow plenty of room before switching back in front of the truck and always pass on the left side

to pass a large truck you must

make sure you have room to complete the pass, allow plenty of room before switching back in front of the truck, and always pass on the left side

what type of drugs can affect your ability to drive

marijuana, certain prescription drugs, certain non-prescription drugs

what does a traffic light with a steady green light mean

may go through the intersection if it is clear to do so

where is the safest place for a child to sit

middle back seat

what are some danger signs that you are becoming drowsy while driving

miss traffic signals, trouble keeping your eyes opened and focused, drift from the lane which you are drivin

large vehicles need _________________ to maneuver than an automobile

more room

complete traffic lanes are needed by

motorcycles

how can you make it easier for another vehicle to enter the interstate

move to the left lane if possible

what must you do if your car breaks down in the middle of the highway

move your vehicle off the roadway and make your car visible

Make space for vehicles entering the interstate by:

moving over a lane if there is not a vehicle in the lane next to you

is drag racing ever permitted

never its against the law

are air bags designed to replace safety belts

no, false

if someone has been drinking alcohol what is the best advice

not drive

if you park your vehicle close to the curb, make sure that you are parked

off the roadway

Where do you place your hands if your cars have airbags:

on the opposite side of the steering wheel

where should you place your hands on the steering wheel

on the outside of the steering wheel

what color are construction zone sign

orange

where do most motorcycle accidents happyn?

other vehicle turning left in front of motorcycle

always set ________________ when you park

parking brake

what does it mean if an individual is using a guide dog or a white cane

partially or totally blind

on multiple lane roads the left lane is intended for

passing slower moving vehicles

each time you drive you should do a ____________________________ check of your vehicle

pre-inspection

obtaining a keeping a driver's license is a

privilege

what should you do to decrease blind spot areas

properly adjust your mirrors and turn your head to check the blind spots

An emergency vehicle with lights flashing is coming toward you, you should:

pull over to the right and stop

what should you do if you are pulled over by law enforcement

pull over to the right side of the road and keep you seat belt fastened

Allowing a passenger to drink alcohol in your vehicle:

puts the driver at risk for fines and penalties

litter in the community affest what

quality of life, property values, housing prices

five factors that influence stopping

reaction time, road conditions, vehicle weight, tire conditions, brake conditions

_______ marking or ________ reflectors indicate do not enter road

red, red

What should you do if a driver passes you without enough space to the lane safety:

reduce your speed

what should you do before entering a curve

reduce your speed

what should you do in a work zone

reduce your speed and be prepared to stop suddenly

When driving on gravel or dirt roads, you should:

reduce your speed and increase your following distance

any problems with your vehicle should be ___________________ repaired as soon as possible

repaired

what is louisiana seat belt law

requires everyone in the vehicle to be properly buckled

Pedestrians have the _________________________ at all times

right-of-way

to avoid crashes, you should ___________ the road

safely share

never _______________ on rail road tracks

shift gears

what is procedure for exiting the interstate

signal your intention for approximately five seconds and make sure you are at the proper speed for leaving the traffic lane

what should you do if you see people walking, standing or playing near a roadway

slow down

what should you do when approaching or passing a bicyclist

slow down and allow as much space as possible

When making a right turn and a bicyclist is approaching beside you in the right, you should:

slow down and let the cyclist clear the intersection

what should you do as you approach a steady yellow light

slow down and stop

what should you do if you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light

slow down and stop

what should you do if your wheels slip off the edge of the road

slow down and turn back onto the road when safe

what can fatigue while driving do

slow down reaction time, lose concentration, doze off behind the wheel

what should you do if someone is passing you on a 2 lane highway

slow your speed a little and move over to the right as a far as you safely can

construction zones have ______ speeds to give you time to make____ decisions

slower, good

who should not sit in the front seat

small frail adults and children under 12

why must you use your headlights when visibility is less than 500 ft

so others can see you

No flashing lights at a railroad crossing means:

speed up and cross the tracks

when driving in a rural setting you should

stay alert and be watching for warning signs

in cold weather, you should _____________________________ during the breakdown

stay in your car

what are some things you may have to do to avoid a collision

stop quickly, turn quickly, speed up quickly

what must you do if you leave your vehicle unattended

stop the motor and lock the ignition, remove the key, set the brake

trailers are required to be equipped with

tail lights, break lights, correct size tires

what should you do to prevent fatigue related crashes

take a nap, find a safe parking area to take a 15-20 min nap

if someone might be moving in your lane, you should

tap on your horn

If a passenger throws trash from the car window, who would be ticketed?

the driver

what do service signs indicate

the location of rest areas, gas stations, hotels or hospitals

what should you avoid when traveling up or down hills or neat truck weight stations

the right lane

If you cannot see the driver's face in the side view mirror of a larger vehicle:

they cannot see you

Which way should your wheels face when parking downhill with a curb:

toward the curb

which way should you face your wheels when parking uphill without a curb

towards the road edge

if your vehicle breaks down on a railroad track, you should run in the direction of the

train

If something accidentally flies out the bed of a pick up. It is littering(true or false):

true

Weather and seasonal changes have an effect on how you should drive(true or false):

true

What should you do if you see a flooded roadway:

turn around and find another route

when a red light changes to green, you should wait ________________ and look once to the ______ and once to the ________ before moving

two second, left, right

Crosswalk lines are designated by:

two solid white lines painted across the traffic lanes

what does a single broken yellow dashes line in the center of the road mean

two-way traffic, drive to the right of the center

If your car has a two-part safety belt system you should:

use both the lap and shoulder belt

When used on roadways, bicyclists are considered:

vehicles

when there is a large truck in the left lane beside you and you are both making a right turn what should you do

wait to turn until the large truck or bus has turned

what is the golden rule of driving

wear your safety belt while driving at all times

What are signs that a driver is under the effects of alcohol: ​​

weaving in the lane, driving slowly, abrupts stops

safety belts for children is determined by _________ and __________

weight and age

Lines separating driving lanes in the same direction are:

white

Flashing railroad crossing must stop within how many feet:

within 50

how far are you required to stop from the nearest rail of a railroad crossing?

within 50 ft but no less than 15 ft

Lines separating driving lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions are:

yellow

at intersections you must _______ to the bicyclists

yield

when turning left at an intersection you must ________________________________________

yield the right of way to oncoming traffic

When entering a road from a driveway, you should:

yield to vehicles on the main road

what must you do if a bus is loading or unloading children on the opposite side of the roadway separated by a ditch

you are not required to stop

motorcycles/ scooters/ mopeds duck easily into your blind spot; therefore you should:

you must allow crossing traffic to clear the intersection before you go

what do you do if you are at an intersectiong and light turns green

you must allow crossing traffic to clear the intersection before you go

When turning left at an intersection with no green arrow indicated:

you must yield to approaching traffic from opposite directions

which pedestrians are most likely to not use safe crossing practices

young children

when going downhill, you should check __________________ for approaching vehicles

your mirrors

how much money does louisiana spend on litter

$40 million

how many inches should be between your body and the bottom on the steering wheel

10 inches

How many feet before turning must you give a signal:

100 ft

you may not park within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection

20 ft

What is a visual lead:

20-30 sec

When passing a bicyclist, you should keep a minimum distance of

3 ft

how much better are your chance of surviving a collision if you are wearing a seatbelt

3 to 4 times greater

in bad weather, you should increase ___ second rule to ___ second rule

3, 4

Must stop at least _______ feet from a STOPPED school bus

30

following distance when following a large truck

4 seconds

if you see a blind pedestrian crossing how far should you stop from a crosswalk, why

5 ft from cross walk so they dont go around your car and into traffic outside the crosswalk

When driving a vehicle equipped with airbags, the proper hand position on the steering wheel:

9 and 3

It takes the body about _____ hours to get rid of the alcohol in _____ normal drinks.

?

anything that fly's out of the vehicle or truck bed is considered

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