Drivers ed questions for final exam and dba

taking risks

Driving under the influence of alcohol can lead to _________________________

1) quickly glance at your blind spot 2) return your sight forward 3) quickly look in the mirrors 4) look at the speedometer 5) look at the gas gauge every 5 to 10 seconds

How do you do a systematic scan?

you're too slow if your blocking other drivers from driving at a safe speed

Roadways: how can you tell if your driving too slow?

obey the orange signs and construction workers signals to you

Roadways: what should you do in a construction zone?

your parents

Who is liable for any underage drinking that happens at your house?

Flagger ahead, slow down, and be prepared to stop

what does this sign mean?

make a person drowsy and impair their driving abilities

Drugs taken for headaches can do what?

1) put the penny upside down in the tread 2) check if you can see the top of Lincolns head - if you can't, your tires don't need to be replaced - if you can, your tires are worn and need to be replaced

Explain the penny test that checks for wear

- hurts judgement - slows reaction time - slows motor skills - impairs vision - causes the driver to take risks

How does the consumption of alcohol effect a person?

6-8 hrs per day

How long should you plan to drive per day if you're a single driver?

11 hrs per day

How long should you plan to drive per day if you're sharing the driving task with a passenger?

Identify Predict Decide Execute

IPDE

always wear them while driving and have a spare, not doing so will get you a fine

If you wear glasses what must you do?

they guide you through intersections and keeps the flow of traffic

People: what does the traffic control officer do?

responsible for a safe environment by following the laws of the road

People: what is the responsibility of the driver?

the parent or guardian who signed for the license

People: who holds the financial responsibility for an 18 or younger driver?

- the car that arrives first leaves first (first in first out) - if you arrive at the same time: ~yield to the right ~if your opposite each other, if your turning and the other car is going straight, yield to the car going straight

Roadway: what are the rules of Right-of-way

-when safe leave the lane closest to the emergency vehicles open -If you can't leave open that lane, reduce your speed by 25 mph -if the speed limit is 20 mph, reduce your speed to 5 mph

Roadways: what should you do if you see and emergency vehicle with its lights on on the side of the road

1) take the next available exit to turn around 2) never back up on the expressway

Roadways: what should you do when you miss a ramp on the expressway?

insurance that covers injuries in a collision no matter who is at fault and is mandatory in Florida

The vehicle: what is No Fault Insurance?

extra caution

Use ____________________ when carrying passengers

1) stop first 2) set the parking brake 3) shift to park 4) turn off your key

Vehicle: how do you secure your vehicle?

no

Vehicle: is headphone use legal while driving?

Don't use it to indicate that it is safe for others to pass you (while on road, your hazard lights should be used only when on shoulder)

Vehicle: what should you not do with your turn signal

1) during rain 2) from sunset to sunrise 3) anytime visibility is less than 1000 ft

Vehicle: when should your headlights be on?

- rain - potholes - slippery roads - turns - changing speed

What are some examples of things you should adjust your speed and distance for?

1) aim high 2) keep your eyes moving 3) get the big picture

What are some good eye habits while driving?

1) people 2) vehicles 3) roads

What are the 3 parts of the HTS?

Municipal speed areas = 30 mph Business or Residential Area = 30 mph Rural Interstate = 70 mph Limited Access Highways = 70 mph Other Roads and Highways = 55 mph School Zones = 20 mph

What are the speed limits in different areas?

vehicles travelling in both directions must stop

What are the stopping rules for a 2-lane road when a school bus is stopped?

- vehicles behind the bus must stop - vehicles travelling the opposite direction on the other side of the median, proceed with caution

What are the stopping rules for a divided highway with a 5 ft unpaved space or raised physical barrier when a school bus is stopped?

vehicles traveling in both directions must stop

What are the stopping rules for a multi-lane paved across road when a school bus is stopped?

1) move the car out of the flow of traffic if possible 2) never leave the scene of the accident 3) call 911 4) call your insurance company 5) identify yourself 6) help the injured

What do you do at the time of a collision?

slow down

What do you do if the road surface or visibility is compromised

1) slowly apply brakes 2) steer into the slide 3) counter steer as necessary

What do you do if you are sliding on a slippery surface?

1) shift to neutral 2) apply the brakes

What do you do if your accelerator gets stuck?

Keep your seatbelt fastened and steer to the safest place

What do you do if your brakes give out and you are going to hit an object?

1) lean close to the windshield to see under the hood 2) move off the road quickly and safely 3) turn on hazard lights

What do you do if your hood flies up?

pull over and stop in a safe place, call for help

What do you do when the temperature warning light comes on?

to shift the car

What do you use a clutch for?

to put the car in motion

What do you use the accelerator/gas pedal for?

to stop the car

What do you use the brake for?

look about 12-15 seconds ahead in the middle of your lane

What does it mean to aim high?

1) keeps roadways safe 2) ensures drivers can safely operate a vehicle 3) regulates vehicle registration and sale

What does the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles do?

provides assistance in road emergencies

What does the Safety Office of the Department of Transportation do?

Railroad crossing ahead

What does this sign mean?

Two-Way Traffic Ahead

What does this sign mean?

Yield the right-of-way

What does this sign mean?

pedestrians may be ahead

What does this sign mean?

railroad crossing

What does this sign mean?

school zone, travel 20 mph or less if the light is flashing

What does this sign mean?

slippery when wet

What does this sign mean?

travel in the direction indicated by the arrow

What does this sign mean?

time

What is the only thing that will sober a person up and lower the BAL level of an intoxicated person?

to act as law enforcement on Florida's roadways

What is the role of the Division of the Florida Highway Patrol?

inflation and wear

What should you always check your tires for?

keep your eyes moving to scan the road for potential hazards

What should you always do with your eyes while driving?

1) Check potential problems ~tires ~belts and hoses ~gauges and warning lights 2) Fix problems before you go

What should you do before leaving for a trip

pull over and rest before driving again

What should you do if you feel fatigued while driving?

you should go to the eye doctor to get checked for color blindness

What should you do if you have a hard time distinguishing between colors and combinations?

always have a positive attitude because it will help you manage your time, space, and speed

What type of attitude should you have while driving and why will this attitude help you?

balanced emotions because being overly emotional will cause a lack of focus

What type of emotions should you drive with and what is the consequence of not driving with this type of emotion

right, toward the curb

What way should you turn your wheels when parking downhill with a curb to your right?

left, away from the curb

What way should you turn your wheels when parking uphill with a curb to your right?

right, towards the grass

What way should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?

when their lights or sirens are flashing

When do you give the right of way to emergency vehicles?

-it slows your reaction time -it slows your ability to make fast corrective actions while driving

Why is taking medication before driving dangerous for both you and others?

1) at the bottom of the hill = kinetic energy 2) going up the hill = energy goes in 3) at the top of the hill = potential energy 4) going down the hill = energy goes out 5) at the other bottom of the hill = kinetic energy

energy labelling while going up and down a hill?

proceed, but with caution

green light means what

1) plan your trip using a map or app 2) familiarize yourself with the map's legend which explains various map markings and symbols 3) check weather conditions and possible road construction work

how do you reduce driving distance in a trip?

1) daytime driving only in the first 3 months 2) restricted night driving if under 18 3) must have a licensed driver 21+ accompany you at all times

learners license restrictions

1) always use your signal when changing directions 2) maximize the space between you and other cars early for turns, stops, or change of lanes 3) when visibility is poor, always give yourself extra space between other vehicles 4) when visibility, road conditions, and weather is poor always give yourself extra space between other vehicles 5) use multiple seconds for the appropriate distance between you and the vehicle ahead 6) Managing the space around your vehicle reduces and avoids distractions 7) driving at slower speeds than traffic flow may impede other vehicles on the road that are travelling at normal and safe speeds 8) you should stay to the right if you are travelling slower than the rest of traffic 9) the tailgating vehicle is a hazard to you because braking suddenly may result in the tailgater hitting you from the rear 10) use defensive driving skills to defend yourself against possible collisions due to other drivers

list the 10 safe driving tips

come to a complete stop

red light means what

1) decelerate your car to reduce kinetic energy 2) avoid braking in the curve 3) try to accelerate out of the curve after the apex

steps for entering a curve

broken lines may be crossed in a passing maneuver

what can you do on broken lines?

Solid lines must not be crossed in a passing maneuver

what can you not do on solid lines?

White lines separate traffic moving in the same direction

what do white pavement markings do?

Yellow lines separate traffic lanes moving in opposite directions

what do yellow pavement markings do?

increase your following distance

what do you do if a car behind you is tailgating you?

Caution, curve ahead

what does this sign mean?

Exiting construction zone

what does this sign mean?

Passing not allowed

what does this sign mean?

Traffic in the left lane must turn left at the intersection ahead

what does this sign mean?

U-turn not permitted

what does this sign mean?

Watch for bicyclists

what does this sign mean?

be aware of large trucks on the roadway

what does this sign mean?

come to a complete stop

what does this sign mean?

low place in the road

what does this sign mean?

no turns in the direction of the arrow are allowed

what does this sign mean?

road narrows, right lane ends

what does this sign mean?

road work ahead

what does this sign mean?

school crossing

what does this sign mean?

stay on the right side of the roadway

what does this sign mean?

steep downhill ahead

what does this sign mean?

you may not turn right or left while the light is red

what does this sign mean?

your ability to judge distances and identify object is impaired so you need to be careful when driving at night

what happens as you get older?

treat it the same as a stop sign intersection

what should you do if a traffic light is not working?

carbon monoxide will build up and cause headaches, lightheadedness, confusion, and possible death

why should you not run your car in an enclosed space?

it was to create a way to facilitate the movement of people their cargo and consumer goods safely and efficiently

why was the Highway Transportation system (HTS) developed?

Stop is you can do so

yellow light means what