defensive driving course

about ____ percent of all fatally injured passengers in passenger vehicles were not wearing a seatbelt

50

if you were riding a bicycle at night your front lamp should be visible from at least_____ feet

500

how well do you have to score?

70% or higher

What percentage of bike crashes result in some kind of head injury

75

children under the age of ___ Are required to use a child safety seat unless they are taller than 4'9"

8

Following too closely creates

A front collision trap

if you are caught in a tornado, your first option for a safe place is where?

A low lying area, like a ditch

wait until _____ Before adjusting the volume of the radio or the climate control

A red light

The following drugs are found to have no effect on driver performance

All drugs have an effect

Which of the following are effects of distracted driving

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

Select all of the emotional states that may affect your driving

Anxiety, stress, sadness, anger

If your engine stalls while driving you should

Bragently, shift your car into neutral, steer toward the side of the road

What does a flashing red light indicate

Come to a complete stop before proceeding

To recover from hydroplaning you should

Ease your foot off the gas

Talking on the phone is not distracting if the phone is hands-free

False

Which of the following is a recommendation for dealing with a traffic stop

Follow all instructions, remain calm, keep your hands on the wheel

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

Reduce speed and increase following distance

bad weather can result in which of the following conditions

Reduced visibility

Which of the following are good suggestions for driving in high traffic

Signal often and early, be courteous, don't follow too closely

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

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

Which of the following is not an example of litter

all are example: cigarette butts, receipts, even banana peels

Which of the following is an example of an economic loss

all of the above: workplace losses, medical expenses, property damage

Add a roundabout you must yield to traffic

already in the traffic circle

being a defensive driver involves ________ the actions of other drivers

anticipating

Drinking to the point where your brain is no longer able to store information in memory is called

blacking out

What is the most frequently littered item

cigarette butts

Comprehensive coverage covers you in the event that

damages done to your vehicle by forces other than accidents

looking at a gps while driving could result in you becoming

distracted

According to the NHTSA which human choice was a factor in the largest percentage increase in deaths

distracted driving

Your liability insurance covers damage

done to someone else where you are at fault

when driving in fog you should switch on your ____?

low beams

Texting and driving creates what kind of distraction

manual visual and cognitive

most drunk driving accidents occur between

midnight and 3am

most pedestrian fatalities____?

occur at night

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

path of least resistance

motorcyclists and pedalcyclists are vulnerable to which of the following roadway conditions

potholes, poor shoulder conditions,railroad crossings

antilock braking systems are designed to

prevent you from skidding

over 71% of all the crashes reported resulted only in ____?

property damage

Even if you weren't legally drunk a single drink can alter your

psychological physiological and emotional states

Which is not a recommended step for safely returning to the road

rapidly jerking the wheel

synergistic effects refer to the combination of effects from

alcohol and other drugs

According to NHTSA data 67% of speeding drivers involved in fatal crashes

alcohol impaired

Which of the following are examples of driving distractions

cell phones, GPS units, smoking, eating, daydreaming

Which of the following are examples of common driving errors

driving while distracted, driving while intoxicated, speeding

44% of all cyclist fatalities occurred between bicycles and _______?

light trucks

when to vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time the right of way is given to the vehicle _______?

on the right

A minor can sometimes be charged as an adult with a BAC over 0.08%

true

Implied consent means that you agreed to take a breathalyzer test just buy operating a motor vehicle

true

you can take breaks

true

Center lanes maybe used for the following

turning left

what is the best way to prevent an ejection from a car

wear a seatbelt

Which of the following is recommended for cyclists operating in wet conditions

wear reflective clothing

When passing another vehicle how do you know when it's safe to return to the proper lane

when you look in the rearview mirror and can see pavement in front of the vehicle you're passing

When is it not OK to use the improved shoulder on a road

when you need to pass a slow moving vehicle in front of you

how long is this course

4 hours

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

6

who should you contact about the course taking points off license etc?

your court

It is only safe to drive as long as your BAC is at or below

0.00%

What is the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration

0.08%

How far before a turn must you signal

100 feet

according to the NHTSA in one year seatbelts saved an estimated ______ people

12,000

Which of the following does not count as a no zone

200 feet behind the truck

Speeding is a factor in about what percent of fatal crashes

25%

speeding was a factor in _____% Of all US roadway fatalities

27

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

Maintain your lane when being followed closely

cognitive distractions take your_____?

Mind off the task of driving

which of the following 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

Which of the following is not a safety tip for

Where dark clothing at night to avoid blinding drivers

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 indicating 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 a crossing gate for any reason

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

a football field

if you are on a highway, you should use the _______ to speed up to the pace of traffic

entrance ramp and merging lane

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

false

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

false

If you experience and inability to steer you should immediately apply for pressure to the brakes to stop as quickly as possible

false

If your car is equipped with an airbag you do not need to wear your seatbelt

false

speed and _______ Are often to blame in the creation of collision traps

following distance

Physiology refers to the

functioning of your body parts

you can control your cruising speed using only the

gas pedal

defensive driving is y just about reacting to the unknown. it's about removing the unknown by planning ahead and

gathering information before you even depart

almost______ Of the people who died in fatal car accidents weren't wearing a seatbelt

half

Which is not a part of your suspension system

hazard lights

What is the most important safety gear a cyclist can wear

helmet

Which is not caused by alcohol consumption

improvement in motor function

you can transport unopened alcohol

in the trunk

which is an example of something in the traffic environment you should evaluate before driving

rural roads, highways, urban congestion

if you lose traction you should not

slam on the brakes

you may not pass when the line that divides traffic lanes is _____?

solid

Momentum is the product of

speed and weight

Which of the following is an example of a regulatory sign

speed limit

Which of the following are among the top for human choice factors that contribute to Rodeway deaths

speeding, drunk driving, distracted driving

On a multilane highway, slower vehicles should

stay to the right

which Of the following are good strategies for dealing with the mistakes of others

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

which state had the highest number of roadway fatalities according to the NHTSA?

texas

which does NOT affect traction

the physical condition on the driver

rural driving is more dangerous because

there are more animals who may present a hazard, it is easier to speed, there are more unpaved roads

In addition to obeying speed limits you may also want to adjust your speed because

there is ice on the road, you are driving at night, the weather is bad

which should you check before a trip

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

Minimum speed limits are often in place for what reason

to maintain the general flow of traffic

what is the leading cause of death for people aged 16 to 24

traffic accidents

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

35

rubbernecking is dangerous because of distracted driving and because rubbernecking drivers

often steer in the direction they are looking