TRUE AND FALSE WORKSHEET (Derived from Courtesy Driving School's Segment I Student Binder)— Michigan

The proper hand position on the steering wheel is left hand at 8 o'clock, and right hand at 4 o'clock.

False

The rear light must be visible from 50 feet.

False

The rules of good driving such as using turn signals do not apply to bicyclists.

False

There are more licensed drivers in the United States than there are registered motor vehicles.

False

To avoid glare from the headlights of an oncoming vehicle, let your eyes follow the left edge of the roadway as far ahead as possible.

False

Two seconds is the minimum visual lead you should maintain on a straight road.

False

Warning signs are always red and white.

False

Warning signs are rectangular.

False

Weight and state of health have no influence on the way alcohol affects individuals.

False

When passing, it is legal to exceed the absolute speed limit.

False

When stopped by the police I must show my license, proof of insurance, and title.

False

When two drivers approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, the driver on the left has the right to go first.

False

You should carry the title of the car with you at all times when you drive.

False

Drivers have the right of way over pedestrians who cross where there is no crosswalk.

True

Driving at night is more difficult because of reduced visibility.

True

Driving skills improve with experience.

True

Emotional condition is as important as physical condition when driving.

True

Even a single drink can impair a driver's judgment.

True

Gravity causes a vehicle to lose speed when going uphill.

True

High-beam headlights enable you to see a greater distance at night.

True

Improper tire pressure can affect the handling of your vehicle.

True

It is illegal to park on a crosswalk or sidewalk.

True

It is unwise to pass more than one vehicle at a time.

True

Most HTS failures have multiple causes.

True

Never make a left turn until all close approaching traffic has passed.

True

Once the gear selector of an automatic transmission car is placed in drive, the gears are shifted automatically for as long as I continue to travel forward.

True

Pedestrians crossing with a walk light always have the right of way over a vehicle.

True

Reaction distance and stopping increase with speed.

True

Right turns on a red light are allowed after a complete stop.

True

Safety belts are the single best protection against injuries while traveling in a motor vehicle.

True

Stopping distance varies with speed and traction.

True

Sun visors are helpful for shading the eyes from the glare of the sun.

True

The faster a car is traveling and the sharper the curve, the greater the centrifugal force.

True

The higher your speed, the farther you must look ahead to maintain on a straight road.

True

The instrument panel is that part of the dashboard that is directly in front of the driver.

True

The major responsibility for making the HTS work belongs to drivers.

True

The speed of the car is controlled by the amount of pressure on the accelerator.

True

The speedometer gives speed in mph or km/h.

True

To determine the amount of alcohol a driver has in his/her blood system a BAC test is done.

True

To keep a car from "jumping" forward, always keep your foot on the brake when shifting from Park to Drive.

True

To keep a car on its course, a driver must make continuous, slight steering adjustments.

True

To signal for a left turn, you should press the signal lever down.

True

Traction is most poor during the first few minutes of rain or snow storm.

True

When I am driving, my eyes should move about in a logical pattern.

True

When stopped at an intersection waiting to turn left, a driver should keep the wheels straight.

True

When turning the steering wheel to the right when backing, the car will back to the left.

True

You must accept the services of the first tow truck at the scene of an accident in which you have been involved in.

True

You must carry your driver's license with you at all times when operating a motor vehicle.

True

You should rely on gauges and indicators to inform you whether certain operations of the are performing properly.

True

You should tap your horn to alert pedestrians who may be heading into your path.

True

Pedestrians are the cause of most HTS failures.

False

People react differently to alcohol at different times.

False

Rearview mirrors eliminate all blind spots.

False

SEE stands for identify, proceed, decide, and execute.

False

The SEE process is not effective in city driving.

False

The most common cause of oversteering is making a steering adjustment too early.

False

The oil pressure gauge tells you exactly how much oil is in the engine.

False

The paper that says you own a car is the registration.

False

Double parking is never permissible.

True

A bumpy road surface reduces friction.

False

A do-not-enter sign is a warning sign.

False

A driver's license allows you to operate any vehicle or motorcycle.

False

A green traffic signal guarantees that your way is clear.

False

A hospital sign is a guide sign.

False

A route maker tells you how many miles you have traveled on the same roadway.

False

A school crossing sign is orange and black.

False

Alcohol is a stimulant.

False

An instruction permit allows you to practice driving by yourself.

False

Braking distance is the amount of time it takes to identify, predict, and decide.

False

Carbon monoxide is colorless but has a distinct odor.

False

Carbon monoxide poisoning can only cause unconsciousness.

False

Dealing with hazards one at a time is known as compromising.

False

Having my driver's license makes me an adult.

False

High-beam headlights help you to see better in dense fog.

False

I must take 4 tests before getting my license at the Secretary of State's.

False

If two drivers arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, the driver on the right must yield to the driver on the left.

False

If your car stalls on the railroad tracks and a train is coming, you should run away from the car in the direction the train is heading.

False

It is never permissible to pass on the right.

False

It is safe and desirable to pass a truck after it begins to descend a steep hill.

False

Males are affected by alcohol sooner than females of the same weight.

False

Never pass on a curve or hill.

False

Not every state has financial responsibility laws.

False

Partially controlled intersections have stop signs at all entrances.

False

A car with an automatic transmission is easier to drive than one with a standard transmission.

True

A defensive driver watches other drivers very carefully.

True

A driver can slow a car gradually by using the parking brake.

True

A driver should look well ahead into the center of a lane while driving.

True

A driver's reaction time can vary from one traffic situation to another.

True

A motor vehicle must be registered and licensed.

True

A yield sign is a regulatory sign.

True

Alcohol or drugs impair coordination and slow reaction time.

True

All school bus drivers must be over 18 years old, have a chauffeur's license and take a physical examination.

True

Always reduce speed before entering a curve.

True

An intersection regulated by traffic signs or signals at all approaches is controlled.

True

Automobiles are the most common means of transportation.

True

Backup lights come on when a vehicle is shifted into reverse.

True

Broken yellow lines separate lanes of traffic going in the opposite direction.

True

Bumpy as well as wet roads surfaces reduce traction.

True

Concentrating on one hazard may blind myself to another.

True

Direction signals inform other drivers that I plan to make a turn.

True