Drivers ed part 3

How many accidents occur each year due to fatigue?

100,000

What type of driver is LEAST at-risk for drowsy driving?

A driver with a passenger

What are the 4 ways to avoid an aggressive driver?

Avoid eye contact Change lanes Get off Freeway/Interstate Call for help

Alcohol is NOT removed from the body in this way

coffee

When driving in fog, you should use your

low beam headlights

Become familiar with a vehicle by reading the

owner's manual

Road rage occurs when a driver

uses the vehicle or object to threaten another driver

Which of the following behind the wheel behavior is not a result of a drivers emotions?

All behavior can be a result of emotions

_______ is the concentration of alcohol in a person's bloodstream

BAC

Automobile accident injuries are always immediately noticeable

false

Anger is the basis for rage.

true

Our youngest and most inexperienced drivers are most at risk, with ___% of all distracted driving crashes involving drivers under 20

16

If you fail a certified chemical test, your driving privileges may be suspended for up to ________ once the BMV receives an affidavit from a court, containing the results of the failed test.

180 days

Properly inflated tires can increase gas mileage by as much as

3 %

Drivers who use a hand-held device are ___ times more likely to get into a crash serious enough to cause injury

4

Sending or receiving texts takes a driver's eyes from the road for an average of ______ seconds

4.6

The accelerator can be used to avoid crashes at intersections and in

merging situations

To avoid a collision, you may have to make a sudden change in the vehicle's ______________ and ________________

speed and direction

inattention to the roadway can cause a serious crash for you and others

true

The following are all examples of aggressive driving except

yelling at other drivers

Among all collisions in Indiana, ________________ is the most common primary factor

failure to yield right-of-way

Alcohol tends to produce less aggressive behavior and, thus, better decisions

false

Drivers whose attention becomes diverted from the driving task are less likely to experience a crash

false

Eight-sided traffic signs warn drivers that they are entering an area near a school in which children may be crossing the road.

false

Guide signs help you avoid surprise situations. "Warning" "Danger ahead" "Prepare to slow down

false

If ever confronted by an aggressive driver you should try to calm them down.

false

traction control is designed to activate accelerator sensors which do not allow the wheels to spin

false

typically the time to recover from glare decreases with age

false

Fatigue can cause which of the following?

impaired reaction time

A/An ______________________ mechanically tests your blood alcohol content level before your car can be started

interlock device

if the engine overheats while driving

Turn air conditioner off if it is on Turn on the heater to draw heat off the engine Do not open the radiator cap Turn engine off

MADD stands for

Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Passengers can influence the way a driver thinks, feels, acts, and drives

true

If someone has been drinking and is considering driving

-Have him/her stay overnight, if possible -Call a cab -Arrange for a driver who has not been drinking -Take his/her keys away

If your hood flies up while driving

-Look through the space at the bottom of your windshield. -Steer to the side of the road. -Secure the hood

Additional steps to take after a collision include

-Make a sketch of the collision scene -Record witnesses' names and addresses -Record such facts as time, date, location, weather and driving conditions

Causes of skids are

Accelerating too hard Braking too hard Slippery surfaces Steering too much or too quickly Entering a curve with too much speed

Which is not a warning sign of drowsy driving?

Feeling excited, euphoric, or overly happy

Which type of driver is least likely to become drowsy?

Persons 65+ years old

The proof of financial responsibility/insurance is known as the Certificate of

compliance

A simple item that can be used to detect tire tread depth is a

penny

Slowed _____________ may cause drivers to be delayed in perceiving or completely fail to perceive an important traffic event

perception

_________ judgments often result in collisions

poor

__________ is the only medically-proven method to remove alcohol or other drug combinations from the system

time

The ability to maintain the vehicle in a given line is called

tracking ability

A driver's goal should be to eliminate all in-vehicle distractions before driving begins

true

A driver's mood may cause him/her to take unnecessary risks or be so lethargic as to fail to act correctly in a dangerous situation

true

A unsafe condition or potential accident, without a consequence can lead to repeated unsafe behavior or even increased level of risk the next time

true

If hydroplaning occurs

-Steer no more than necessary, continue to look and steer where you want to go -Ease off the accelerator gradually, decrease speed until your tires regain traction -Do not brake until traction has been restored

If you are signaled to pull over by law enforcement, which of these should you NOT do

Dig in the glove compartment or under the seat for your license and registration (the officer will appreciate you having it ready as they approach!)

Young drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 with a BAC of .02 to .05 percent (one to two drinks) are at least seven times more likely to be killed in a crash than a sober driver of any age

true

Young people who drink and drive have a greater chance of being in a crash than older drivers because alcohol usually affects young people more and young people have little experience in both drinking and driving

true

properly buckling children and giving them books, toys, or games to occupy them can help prevent distractions prior to driving

true

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety suggests that when a driver's eyes are drawn away from the driving scene ahead for more than __________ seconds, the odds of being in a crash or near-crash DOUBLE

two

If you refuse to submit to a certified chemical test conducted by a law enforcement officer your driver's license may be confiscated and your driving privileges may be suspended for up to

two years

Look for _______________ appearing across the tire as a sign that tires need to be replaced

wear bars

_____________ color means have the problem repaired within a reasonable time

yellow

Common pre-conviction suspensions for operating a vehicle while intoxicated include

refusal of a certified chemical test failure of a certified chemical test

When a person continually looks all around the scene., this is referred to as

rubber-necking

Which is a cause of fatigue?

strain repetitive tasks illness lack of sleep

Which of the following does NOT prevent distractions prior to driving

take food...you might get hungry

______________________ has literally eliminated the facial disfigurement associated with partial ejection through laminated plate glass formerly used in windshields

tempered glass plate

Anti-lock brakes do not necessarily shorten stopping distance on dry pavement, but generally shorten stopping distances on wet surfaces where traction loss can be a serious problem

true

Any change a drug produces may also cause a lessening of driving ability

true

Any non-driving activity you engage in is a potential distraction and increases your risk of crashing

true

Driver distractions or inattentive driving are estimated to play a part in one out of every four vehicle crashes

true

Driving drowsy is similar to driving drunk

true

Electronic Stability Program (ESP) compares where a driver is steering the vehicle with where the vehicle is actually going

true

Evidence shows that drivers whose attention is diverted away from the driving task are at increased risk of being in a crash

true

High traffic areas can have an affect on the emotional status of roadway users

true

If an animal runs out in front of you, try to slow, honk your horn, and alert it to move out of the roadway quickly

true

If you are involved in a traffic accident, you should stop immediately at or as close to the scene as possible

true

It is best to not drive, or have someone else drive if you are upset

true

It is much better to not deal with distractions at all than to have to address distractions in a moving vehicle

true

It is usually better to use evasive steering than braking because a driver can steer the vehicle quicker than s/he can stop it

true

Leaving the scene of an accident could result in being charged with a crime

true

Nearly half a million people are injured each year due to distracted driving

true

Red color means stop as soon as possible and have the problem repaired

true

Securing commitments from other occupants to behave responsibly and to support the driver in reducing distractions is one way to prevent distractions ahead of time, before driving

true

Texting drivers are 23 times more likely to get involved in a crash

true

Texting may be even more dangerous than talking on a cell phone since the driver must often take his/her eyes off the roadway to look at the small screen on the phone

true

The best way to avoid drowsy driving is to get adequate sleep (8-9 hours for adults

true

The goal of emotional control is to recognize and understand your mental and physical limitations and drive within those limits

true

Traction or adhesion is the grip between the tires and the road surface that allows a vehicle to start, stop and/or change direction

true

When a driver who is younger than 18 years of age is cited for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, the Juvenile Court may recommend a suspension of his or her driving privileges

true

When drivers realize they are skidding, they should look for an open path of travel and release the accelerator or brake pedal to regain vehicle balance

true

Which method(s) are effective in helping a driver stay alert? (choose all that apply)

Protect your eyes from glare by using the visor, or sun glasses. Avoid heavy foods. Take breaks

What is it called when your eyes stay open, but your brain falls asleep?

micro-sleep

You may NOT drive with passengers in the car unless one of the following individuals is seated in your vehicle's front passenger seat

-a certified driving instructor -an individual who is 25 years of age or older and has a valid driver's license -parent, guardian, or step-parent who is 25 years of age or older

Some studies show that for each additional passenger in the vehicle, a new driver is ______% more likely to be in a crash

100

isk of collision increases by up to _______% when talking on a cell phone while driving. (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)

400 %

If you are convicted of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated or with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more, a court is required to suspend your driving privileges for at least ____ days, even if it is your first offense

90

Quick steering is often preferable to a stop when

Stopping distance is questionable There are cars close behind There is space to the side - a paved shoulder is safest

If there is no space to the side or the driver has not identified a space, a driver must brake to avoid a collision. In many cases, the best action is a combination of braking and

evasive steering

All potentially distracting events occur within the vehicle

false

Drinking black coffee, taking a cold shower, or exercising can reduce BAC

false

Research indicates that the burden of talking on a cell phone - even if it's hands-free - saps the brain of 25% of the energy it would ordinarily devote to safe driving

false

Swatting at an insect or taking your eyes off the road due to distractions caused by insects is what needs to be done if the situation warrants it

false

The first indication of traction loss should be sensory stimulus generated by sight

false

The lower the blood alcohol concentration (BAC), the greater the risk of being involved in a fatal crash

false

The slower a drinker consumes alcohol, the more quickly BAC will reach its peak

false

Traction control is designed to activate accelerator sensors which do not allow thewheels to spin

false

You should swerve left (into oncoming traffic) to avoid hitting an animal

false

if you know you were at fault for an accident, that should be communicated to the other people involved, as well as to the police

false

After drinking, drivers tend to lose

fine muscle control

Which of the following would not have a potential affect on your ability to drive

gumball

A tire blowout is a rapid deflation of air from the tire. If a front tire blows out, the vehicle will pull sharply __________ the direction of the blowout

in