quiz study guide

Which gear selection indicator is NOT correct?

"N" indicates Second Gear

After your suspension or revocation period is over, you will be required, among other things, to pay a license reinstatement fee ranging from _____ to _____, depending on the nature of the suspension or revocation.

$40; $220

When your car is centered within the line margins of the travel lane, your car is in lane position # _____.

1

When you need to cross or enter traffic from a full stop on a HIGHWAY, what is the minimum gap you'll need to get up to the speed of vehicles?

1 block

When passing another vehicle at speeds of 55 mph on a two-lane road, you need to be able to see at least approximately _______ ahead in order to pass safely. If your view ahead is blocked by, for example, a curve or a hill, you should NOT attempt to pass.

1/3 mile

To avoid last minute moves, you should look down the road _______ ahead of your vehicle.

10 to 15 seconds

When you pass another vehicle going highway speeds of 50-55 mph, how much of a gap do you need to pass safely?

10-12 seconds

What is the minimum age for obtaining a Virginia driver's license?

16 years, 3 months

When overtaking a bicycle, moped, or power-assisted bicycle or other device, you must be at least ____ feet to the left of the vehicle when you pass.

2

A school bus is stopped with its red lights flashing and its stop arm extended. You must STOP your vehicle at least how many feet from the bus?

20

If you're going 45 mph, to avoid rear-end collisions, you should give yourself a space cushion of at least ____ seconds:

3

How much following distance should you allow in order to avoid hitting a motorcyclist if he or she falls?

4 seconds

If you are under 18, how many practice hours must you complete to be eligible to apply for the Virginia driver's license?

45

Lane position # ____ involves placing your car over the lane's RIGHT side line, so that your car is partially in the lane to your right.

5

Momentum is:

A property of a moving body that determines the length of time required to bring it to rest when under the action of a constant force

Which of the following statements about active and passive restraint systems is true?

A seat belt works by spreading the force of the stop across the sturdiest parts of the body

What items must you bring when you take the road test?

A vehicle, A licensed driver, Proof of insurance

Which of the following should you do before you start the car?

Adjust mirrors, restraint systems, and seat belts

If you come across a slow-moving vehicle such as a tractor or horse-drawn carriage, what should you do?

Adjust your speed before you reach them

To which pedestrians must you yield the right of way?

All pedestrians

Which statement is FALSE about backing and reference points?

Awareness of your peripheral space is not essential for backing up

If there is a curb and you want to park facing uphill, turn the wheels ________ the curb and gently let the vehicle roll back a few inches until the back of the near-side tire rests against the curb.

Away from

Awareness of your peripheral space is essential for:

Backing/Parking, Turning, Establishing lane position

The key to ensuring that ALL motorists arrive at their destination safely and in a timely manner are __________.

Being courteous towards and cooperative with other motorists on the road

A good driver always communicates his or her presence and intentions to other drivers. Which of these would HINDER a driver's ability to communicate his or her presence?

Being in a blind spot

Which of the following statements about mopeds, scooters, and bicycles is FALSE?

Bicyclists do not have the same rights and responsibilities as other drivers

Why do bicyclists sometimes make sudden swerves, etc. while riding?

Bicyclists sometimes have to avoid sudden hazards, like potholes or storm drains

To safely change lanes, you must turn and look into your _______ to see if there is another vehicle there.

Blind zones

Which of the following should you do before starting your engine?

Check the parking brake

When parking a vehicle, you should keep your foot on the brake until you have _____.

Come to a complete stop, Engaged the parking brake, Put the car in "Park" or "Neutral"

If you approach a red light at an intersection with the intention of turning right, what MUST you do first?

Come to a full stop whether or not pedestrians are present

What does an orange sign mean?

Construction & Maintenance Warning

____ is a braking technique that is firm enough to slow the vehicle while allowing you to maintain effective traction in both your front and back wheels.

Controlled braking

Which of the following statements about conventional brake systems is FALSE?

Conventional brake systems never fail

It is legal to drive faster than the maximum speed limit if:

Driving faster than the posted speed limit is never legal

TRUE or FALSE? A school bus is stopped with its red lights flashing. You are approaching from the opposite direction. You are still required to stop even if the school bus is on the opposite side of a divided highway.

False

TRUE or FALSE? Before starting a vehicle with automatic transmission, set the gear to drive (D).

False

In addition to signing your organ donor card, what else is required in order to be eligible to donate organs and tissues if you are under 18?

Family consent

If your lights do not seem to be working, which of the following should you check?

Fuse panel

What does the mileage odometer tell you?

How many miles your car has traveled

The ____ is activated when one of the dual hydraulic brake systems becomes impaired.

Indicator light

This technique involves pumping the brakes in one-half second intervals, reducing the risk of the wheels locking up and allowing the brakes to cool.

Jab or stab brake

Your _______can be blocked by curves, hills, vehicles, etc. When this occurs, you need to adjust your speed and/or position to clear your line of sight.

Line of sight

When driving at night, which is NOT correct?

Look straight at oncoming vehicles to protect your night vision

If you must drive in fog, you should turn on your:

Low beam headlights

Which of the following is an active restraint system?

Manual seat belt

Which of the following accurately describes a performance characteristic of a motorcycle?

Motorcycles can accelerate and brake quickly

In the video, who was the public figure who was severely injured in an automobile collision because he failed to wear a seat belt?

New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine

What does it mean when a curb is painted blue?

Parking for the disabled only

Which of the following is NOT a good way to manage your anger?

Punch your steering wheel

Which of these starting tasks applies only to vehicles with manual transmission?

Put your foot on the clutch

Which of the following statements about sports utility vehicles (SUVs) is FALSE?

SUVs are known to roll over due to their low center of gravity

Which of the following signals indicates a problem may exist with your fuel, ignition, and emission control systems?

Service engine soon light

After you have stopped completely in a legal, secure parking space, what is the first thing you should do?

Set the parking brake

Which of the following is true of recreational vehicles (RVs)?

Should be given plenty of room when making turns

This type of collision involves two vehicles traveling parallel in either the same or the opposite direction; they make contact with each other without damaging the vehicle front or rear.

Sideswipe

Which of the following statements about passive restraint systems is true?

Sitting closer than ten inches to an airbag is dangerous

When turning using reference points, which is NOT the correct procedure?

Slow down only during your turn

During a skid, what is the correct course of action?

Steer into the skid

Because of the force known as inertia, (the tendency of an object to remain at rest or in uniform motion unless acted upon by an outside force) your car will go in a straight line unless you interrupt that path by ______

Steering

What are some contributing factors that can lead to poor driving choices that may trigger road rage?

Stress and pressure, Fatigue, Alcohol or drug use

What is the best way to determine where the front limitation of your car is when parking?

Target the line to the side of your car and then look from the line under your side view mirrors to the curb.

What does a triangle-shaped sign mean?

Tells you to slow down and yield to oncoming traffic

The ____ lets you know if your engine has become overheated.

Temperature indicator

The motor vehicle section of ______ contains all of the laws concerning motor vehicles in Virginia.

The Code of Virginia

You should always wait until you can see _________ in your mirror before changing lanes.

The front of the car you have just passed

Which of the following is TRUE with regards to construction vehicles?

They are allowed to travel on highways

Which of the following can you find information about in the motor vehicle section of the Code of Virginia?

Titling and registration, Ridesharing, Motorcycle dealers

Unless otherwise permitted, it is illegal to use a ____ without payment.

Toll facility

Which of the following should be followed to set correct arm positioning?

Top of your shoulders align with the top of the steering wheel

Which statement is TRUE with regards to large trucks and tractor-trailers?

Tractor trailers often appear to be traveling slower because of their size

Which of the following is a potential problem when approaching a toll booth?

Traffic merges together from many lanes, Traffic congestion, Rapidly slowing traffic

Which of the following is TRUE of construction zones?

Traffic violations are doubled in construction zones.

Which of the following actions will pitch your car forward?

Trail braking

____ is a braking technique that involves gently braking, then gradually easing up on the brake pressure for optimal steering control as you ease around corners.

Trail braking

Which vehicle needs the most stopping distance?

Truck

TRUE or FALSE? An emergency vehicle with its lights and/or sirens activated is permitted to drive on the wrong side of the road when necessary to continue its journey unimpeded.

True

TRUE or FALSE? If you strike a parked, unattended vehicle and are unable to locate the owner, you are required by law to leave your name, contact address, driver's license number, and vehicle registration information.

True

TRUE or FALSE? One way to help prevent hydroplaning is having good tread on your tires.

True

If you have to drive off the road to avoid an accident, you should _________.

Try to stay in control, Hold tightly to the steering wheel, Brake gently

If you have to swerve to avoid another vehicle coming at you head-on, you should ____.

Turn right

You should always signal to other drivers when you plan to do which of the following?

Turn, Slow down and/or stop, Change lanes

What does it mean when you hold your hand straight out of the driver's side window?

Turning left

To maintain an adequate line of sight, you will need to:

Use visual references and turn points to perform turns, Target line of sight and paths of travel, Maintain forward and rear visual turning points

Which of these vehicle communication devices or techniques would you use to make your presence known to other drivers?

Use your horn sparingly, Flash your lights, Turn on headlights/daytime running lights

Which of the following aggressive driving actions contribute to road rage?

Using the off-road shoulder to pass someone, Tailgating, Making fun of others

If two vehicles arrive simultaneously at a four-way stop, who has the right of way?

Vehicle to the right

When should you give yourself a four-second or more cushion?

When crowded by a tailgater, If driving on slippery roads, If you are carrying a heavy load

At what point can you declare your intention to be an organ donor?

When you apply for your driver's license, learner's permit, or photo ID card

When a police car, fire engine, ambulance, or other emergency vehicle approaches your vehicle with a siren and red light, what should you do?

Yield the right of way

In which of the following situations must you yield the right of way?

You are entering the interstate from an entrance ramp

Which of the following is true concerning funeral processions?

You are not allowed to cut through or join a procession, The lead driver must stop at Stop signs and traffic lights unless there is a police escort, Drivers in the procession may put their hazard lights on.

Drive more slowly at night because

You cannot see as far as in the day time, Motorcycles are harder to see because they only have one tail light, You need to give your eyes time to adjust after you leave a brightly lit place

Which of the following is NOT required when applying for a learner's permit or driver's license?

Your blood type

Usually, the way to respond to a closing space is to:

adjust speed, alter lane position, communicate with other drivers and roadway users

In the event that your car temperature light comes on, you should pull over, open the hood, and _____.

allow the vehicle to cool before checking anything

If crossing or entering a city street, you need a minimum of at least _____ to get up to the speed of other vehicles.

half a block

In inclement weather such as rain, fog, and snow, the pavement is the most slippery at what time:

immediately after the first sign of rain, drizzle or snow

____ means that your privilege to drive has been terminated.

revocation

The most efficient way to brake is:

when your car is traveling in a straight line