defensive driving course

Always keep, at a minimum, a ___- second following distance behind the vehicle in front of you

3

NHTSA reports that the average text takes the driver's eyes off the road for ___ seconds

4.6

When driving behind a large truck, if you can't see the truck's two outside mirrors, you are

All of the above

In heavy traffic areas, you should wave pedestrians across the street if there is no crosswalk

False

The law clearly states which driver has the right of way

False

Is the distance a vehicle travels from the moment an event occurs unit you see it and become aware of the danger

Perception distance

Tailgating is when a driver follows other vehicles too closely

True

When approaching a railroad crossing, you need to treat it the same way you treat other intersections

True

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is impacted by

all of the above

Statistically speaking, your chances for a collision are highest

at an intersction

Follow the four Rs (read, right, reduce and ride) when

avoiding a head-on collision

Which of these is not one of the three deadly choices when it comes to vehicle and lane management

dailure to check your mirrors

What is defensive driving?

driving to save lives, time and money in spite of the conditions around you and the actions of others

Is the single most important component to your engine's health

engine oil

What is the first thing you should do upon entering your vehicle before driving

ensure you are physically and emotionally ready to drive

If you experience brake failure, you should turn off the engine and coast to a complete stop

false

It is acceptable to increase the speed of your vehicle over the legal speed limit to merge onto a highway

false

What is the minimum following distance you should have when driving through a work zone

not 5 sec or 3 sec

Before passing another vehicle, the first major step is to

not check blind spots not turn on the directional signal

Is the number 1 killer because it reduces the amount of time you, as a driver, have to react in a dangerous situation and increases your vehicle's stopping distance

not distracted driving not following too closely

Which one of the following is a way to focus your attention on driving so that you can recognize a hazard and understand the defense against it

the "what if?" strategy

At the moment of impact in a vehicle collision, unbelted occupants are still traveling at the vehicle's original speed

true

Hydroplaning is typically caused by

worn tires with insufficient tread

Three stages of a collision include the vehicle crash, the human crash, and the external crash

false

Which of the following is NOT a technique to prevent drowsy driving?

not drive with the windows down to let in fresh air

To prevent collisions and violations at intersections that have traffic lights, use the ___ to ensure the intersection is clear before you enter it

not four rs

If your vehicle begins to skid, you should turn the steering wheel

not in the opposit direction not none of the above

Which one of the following is a way to focus your attention on driving so that you can recognize a hazard and understand the defense against it?

not reasonable action

Maintaining a safe following distance is a simple defensive technique to help you anticipate potential hazards around large vehicles

true

Maintaining a safe following distance is a simple defensive technique to help you anticipate potential hazards around large vehicles.

true

Of all collisions reported, most are a result of someone choosing an unsafe behavior

true

Road signs use color and shape to help identify the type and purpose of the sign

true

Road signs use color and shape to help you identify the type and purpose of the sign

true

You risk injured or killed in a collision decreases as your defensive driving behaviors increase

true

Your ability to drive safely can be impaired by the use of certain over-the-counter drugs

true

Winding roads and sharp curves are inherently dangerous because

you can't see far ahead

What are the three basic steps in the NSC Collision Prevention Formula

not reflect, reframe, refocus

To prevent collisions and violations at intersections that have traffic lights, use the ___ to ensure the intersection is clear before your enter it

not the four rs

In bad weather, four-wheel and all-wheel drive vehicles provide the following capability

not they stop faster than a two wheel drive vehicle can

A preventable collision is one in which the driver fails to do everything _____ to avoid it

not within your power

A preventable collision is one in which you failed to do everything ___ to avoid it

reasonable

The letters R, U and A will help you remember the NSC Collision Prevention Formula. The "R" stands for

recognize the hazard that can cause a collision

What is the first step you should take when approaching a motorized wheelchair, electric scooter, or golf cart that your vehicle is sharing the road with

reduce your speed and remain vigilant

What is the first step you should take when approaching a motorized wheelchair, electric scooter, or golf cart that your vehicle is sharing the road with?

reduce your speed and remain vigilant

If you find that you are becoming aggravated or choosing unsafe, aggressive behaviors, what three steps can you take to regain control

reflect, reframe, refocus

Is the number 1 killer because it reduces the number of times you, as a driver, have to react in a dangerous situation and increases your vehicle's stopping distance

speeding

Seat belts and airbags together offer the best protection in a collision

true