Texas Defensive Driving
Cyclists do not have to keep right if they are passing a vehicle or have the lane to themselves (because it is too narrow to share).
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Driving requires enough multitasking as it is. You don't need to answer the phone, joke with friends, or mess with the radio while driving
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ESP stands for Electronic Stability Program
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Every 6,000-8,000 miles, you should rotate your tires.
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Headlights that are too strong are prohibited because they could mess with other drivers' vision.
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If a drunk driver ends someone's life in a collision, he or she will be charged with Intoxication Manslaughter.
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If you are guilty of a traffic violation, you can avoid getting points by taking defensive driving.
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If you are in a collision that damages any property, you must find out who the owner is and give them your information.
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If you have a vehicle emergency while on the road, you should pull over to the right as far as possible.
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If you refuse to take a breathalyzer or blood test, your driver license will be suspended.
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The cost of car insurance increases for those convicted of drunk driving.
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The first thing you must do to regain control of a vehicle that's veered off a highway is to remain calm.
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The policy that says drivers under the age of 21 can't have any alcohol in their systems is called Zero Tolerance.
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The use of seatbelts reduces serious crash-related injuries and deaths by 50%
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Traffic flow and volume is controlled by entrance ramps on highways and freeways
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Turn signals should be used when turning, changing lanes, or pulling away from the curb.
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Turning the nuts clockwise will tighten them.
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Turning the nuts counter-clockwise will loosen them.
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Warning lights give important info about how your car is running, so they are not considered a distraction.
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Wearing your seatbelt during a crash will help protect you from the effects of inertia.
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You are 30 times more likely to be ejected from a vehicle during a crash if you're not wearing a seatbelt.
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You have to move a lane over when any emergency vehicle is on the side of the road with its lights on.
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You must turn into the right lane if you're turning right
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You should not drive on a spare tire for more than 50 miles.
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Your stopping distance (or ability to stop) will be affected by icy roads
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Your vehicle's weight and tires have an impact on traction
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BAC stands for
Blood Alcohol Concentration
Which of these drugs cannot affect your driving skills? A) Marijuana B) Stimulants C) Over-the-counter medicine D) All choices can affect your driving
Marijuana, stimulants, and even over-the-counter medicine can have a negative effect on your driving skills.
___ is one of the top five risk factors that contribute to crashes and deaths in texas
Speeding
Inability to focus, yawning, and drifting between lanes are all signs of
drowsy driving
The time period when drivers are most at risk of driving while drowsy is between....
midnight and 6:00 am.
The first step in safely passing is making sure your path is clear of oncoming traffic and other obstacles.
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The ideal place to change your tire is on a flat surface.
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To recover from driving off the road, steer back onto the road, and then put on your hazard lights
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You are 23 times more likely to crash if texting while driving.
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You can be held liable if you are expecting payment or your negligence caused the crash.
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You continuously need to slow down and stop in a city environment because of drastic changes in traffic flow and numerous traffic lights.
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You should NOT slam on the brakes if you're skidding.
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You should check that your lights are working, your tires are properly inflated, and your fluids are at the right level.
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Your sense of sight is the most crucial sense for driving
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Complex reactions involve making a decision based on two or more possible courses of action.
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Avoiding a collision with an animal by swerving or hitting the brakes can be even more dangerous than hitting the animal.
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Before connecting the jumper cables, turn off both engines
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Being under the influence can cause many pedestrian-related crashes.
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Bicyclists may ride in the left lane if they are on a one-way street with two or more lanes.
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Braking distance is the total time it takes your car to come to a complete stop after you've "hit your brakes."
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Braking during a steering failure may cause your vehicle to swerve.
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Central vision is what you see when you look straight ahead through your windshield.
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Chris was driving less than a mile to get food. Never drive drunk, not even for short distances.
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A two-second following interval is sufficient if you're driving below 35 mph in dry conditions.
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A whining sound during steering could mean that your power steering fluid is low.
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ABS stands for Antilock Brake System
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1/2 a second is the average reaction time for steering.
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18 people die every day waiting for an organ transplant.
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6 inches of water will cause tires to lose traction and make them slide
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A breathalyzer is a tool that law enforcement officers use to test drivers' blood alcohol content levels
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A collision trap is a hazardous situation in which your vehicle's space is threatened by other vehicles.
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A detour is an alternate route provided when road conditions are bad
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Mark's worried about a merging vehicle not noticing him. What should he do?
Identify an escape route
At a flashing red traffic signal, you should stop completely and then proceed carefully. Cross-traffic may not have to stop for you.
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Automatic speeding enforcement systems can catch you speeding and send you a ticket in the mail.
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For recovery from hydroplaning, apply gradual pressure to brakes.
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Headlights should be used whenever you can't see vehicles up to 1000 feet away.
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High-beam headlights are NOT a good tool to use when driving in fog
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Highways and freeways usually consist of 2-4 lanes of traffic going in one direction.
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If a hurricane is coming, you should move inland and avoid low areas.
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If something is in your secondary range, you're still at a safe braking distance.
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If the lights go out at a controlled intersection, treat it like it's a 4-way stop.
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In a traffic circle/roundabout yield the right of way to vehicles already in the traffic circle/roundabout
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When turning right, you must turn into the right lane
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Your engine might be flooded if you smell gasoline while driving
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Which of the following is an example of aggressive driving A) Tailgating B) Unnecessary Honking C) Making Dangerous Decision D) All Choices Are Correct
All Choices Are Correct
A dog must be properly secured if riding in the bed of a truck or trailer.
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A light transmittance value of 25% or more is required for tinted windows in Texas.
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A passenger car should not be taller than 14 feet
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A pedestrian may walk on the left side of the street if there aren't sidewalks.
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Alcohol's effect on a person depends on all except? A) Weight B) Male or Female C) How much is consumed D) Cost of alcohol
D) Cost of alcohol Alcohol's effect on a person depends on the person's weight, whether they're male or female, and how much they consume.
___ is one of the top five risk factors that contribute to crashes and deaths in texas
Distracted Driving
Dead car batteries should be returned to the seller
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In a traffic collision, the bigger the vehicle and the faster it's traveling, the bigger the force of impact will be.
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It's a good idea to have a cell phone, water, and a blanket in your car in case of emergencies.
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Kinesthesia is your sense of the position your body is in.
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Most fatal crashes with speed as a contributing factor happen on roads with a speed limit of 50 mph or less.
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One of the greatest dangers in rural driving environments is drivers getting too relaxed in open spaces and speeding.
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Prepare for winter weather by keeping maintenance up-to-date.
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Riley can't use a white cane while walking because only the blind, partially blind, or disabled may carry a white cane while walking.
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Shared lane markings are used to help promote bikers safety
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Signal at least 100 feet before turning
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Simple reactions are automatic and predictable.
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The legal limit for BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) is
0.08%
Speeding is a contributing factor in what portion of fatal car crashes
1 out of 3
Sitting up straight is a good strategy for avoiding fatigue.
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Slow down on the highway when you pass a crash scene, come upon heavy traffic, and at night.
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Snow, ice, and leaves can all make the road slippery and cause you to lose traction.
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The Driver Responsibility Program is a point system for keeping track of dangerous drivers.
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When roads of different pavement surfaces meet, drivers on paved roads should be given the right of way.
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When skidding, you should take your foot off the brake and accelerator and slowly turn the steering wheel in the direction you desire to go.
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When you make turns, the inertia of your vehicle goes to the side of your vehicle
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Yellow pavement markings signify that traffic in the neighboring lane is going the opposite direction.
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You can minimize the effect of inertia on your body while driving by wearing your seat belt.
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You cannot use a paved shoulder for passing other vehicles.
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You should give more space to bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorcyclists in bad weather because it affects them even more.
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Your vehicle's weight shifts to the side during a roll.
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The faster you drive, the less traction you'll have.
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The lane you use to join the highway and increase your speed is called the merging lane.
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The minimum amount of coverage required by the State of Texas is "30/60/25"
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The state requires minimum liability insurance to make every driver financially responsible for the death, injury, or property damage they may cause.
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The two fields of vision are central and peripheral.
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Wet pavement contributes to over 1 million collisions each year.
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To be prepared for wet weather, check your windshield wipers, headlights, brake lights, and tires.
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Used motor oil, antifreeze, and oil filters should be recycled and kept out of the water supply.
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Using high beams too close to oncoming traffic is not one of the top 10 most common driving errors.
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When public streets meet private streets, drivers on the public street have the right of way.
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When pulled over by the police, pull over to the side of the road, turn off your vehicle, roll down your window, and keep your hands on the steering wheel.
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Always adjust your following interval according to the speed you're going.
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By driving in Texas, you are consenting to taking a blood alcohol test if it's requested of you.
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Checking your tire pressure regularly will make blowouts less likely
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DWI With a Passenger Under 15 is the name for the crime when an intoxicated driver has a passenger under the age of 15 in the vehicle.
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If your brakes fail while driving a car with a manual transmission, you should downshift to a lower gear.
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If your vehicle overheats, you should wait at least 20 minutes for your engine to cool before opening the hood
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In 2013, there were 25,158 alcohol-related crashes in Texas.
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It causes the engine to run roughly or stall, as the gasoline turns to vapor and ceases to flow to the carburetor.
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It is not safe to pass another vehicle if you're on its right, close to an intersection, or if your lane is marked with a solid line.
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It's not safe to throw a dead car battery in the trash.
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Lower your headlights within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle, within 300 feet behind a vehicle, and when driving in fog, heavy rain, snow, sleet, or dust.
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Making sure your tires are ready for winter is one of the most important things you can do to prepare for winter.
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Most collisions between vehicles and bicyclists happen on right turns
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Most positive terminals are red.
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On the dead vehicle (the one needing to get jumped), place the black jumper cable on an unpainted metal surface in the engine.
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Points and convictions stay on your driving record for a minimum of 3 years.
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The Open Container law states that you may not have any open container of alcohol in your vehicle.
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The best time to change the radio station while driving is when you're stopped at a red light.
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The booster vehicle and dead vehicle should be parked facing each other.
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Which of these is NOT one of the top nine driving offenses. A) passing in a "no pass" zone B) not stopping for pedestrians C) driving under the influence D) not turning in a "turn only" lane
Failing to turn in a "turn only" lane is not among the top nine driving offenses.
