Drivers Ed - VADETS
The earliest you can receive your learner's permit in Virginia, is_____ old. 16 years and 3 months 15 years & 6 months 15 years & 3 months 15 years
15 years and 6 months
If an applicant (under age 18) does not achieve the passing score on either the sign or the knowledge test, he/she may re-take the tests after waiting _____ days. 2 15 30 7
15
How long do you have to get your car repaired after getting a rejection sticker from a state inspection? 20 days 10 days 7 days 15 days
15 days
SEEiT stands for _____. Search, Evaluate, Execute, in Time See, Estimate, Execute, in Time Searching Existing Events in Time Seeing Everything Especially in Time
Search, Evaluate, Execute, in Time
What program is available for educating motorcyclists? Virginia Cyclist Program Virginia Motorist Training Program Virginia Rider Training Program Virginia CDL Program
Virginia Rider Training Program
Hydroplaning occurs when: a film of water builds up between the road surface and the vehicle's tires wind and rain cause you to lose control the water level comes up to the bottom of your vehicle wind causes the vehicle to not respond to steering input
a film of water builds up between the road surface and the vehicle's tires
BAC is known as blood alcohol ___________________ . content concentration consistency craving
concentration
It is legal to drive with a doctor's prescription while under the influence of a narcotic drug? True False
false
Lane departure warning uses a camera to monitor lane markings and will take control of the vehicle to keep the driver from operating it. True False
false
More young people drink than do not drink. True False
false
No parking is allowed within 100 feet of a railroad crossing. True False
false
Pedestrians do not have to obey traffic signals. True False
false
People between the ages of 15 to 21 will receive a horizontal license. True False
false
Sleep related crashes are most common in older people, especially women,with grandchildren. True False
false
Stop at the white line on the pavement or no closer than 25 feet or average car length from crossing. True False
false
The Rear view Video System is a replacement for mirrors and turning your head to look. True False
false
The blindspot is the area behind the vehicle that the driver cannot see from the driver'sseat. True False
false
The carburetor system routes dangerous gas from the engine out and away from the car to keep from affecting the occupants. True False
false
___________________ braking occurs when a driver applies firm, steady pressure just short of lockup. Soft Threshold ABS Jab
threshold
If your vehicle does not have ABS (braking system) use _______________ braking. trail braking threshold braking manual braking emergency braking
threshold braking
______________________ is the only proven method to remove alcohol from the system. Time Sleep Caffeine Water
time
All new vehicles are required to have ________________________monitoring system? speed control tread cruise control tire pressure
tire pressure
After buying a vehicle, you must ________________________ with the Department of Motor Vehicles? pay sales tax on the vehicle title & register the vehicle only register the vehicle only title the vehicle
title & register the vehicle
If you are under the age of 18 the court will send you a notice to appear within the initial 180 day licensing period. True False
true
If you control your thoughts, you'll be able to control your emotions. True False
true
If you do not attend school regularly your parent/guardian can take away your license and driving privileges. True False
true
If you drive by your destination, you should complete a U-Turn at an intersection where it is allowed. True False
true
In addition to braking, you should leave yourself an "out" if the vehicle ahead of you "suddenly" stops? True False
true
In extreme weather, the driver should check the vehicles tires, fluids and belts? True False
true
Low beam headlights and fog lights are aimed at the surface of the road reducing the amount of light and glare reflected back.
true
Low beam headlights should be used when driving in fog, heavy rain, sleet, snow or dust? True False
true
Medical payment coverage is not required by VA law? True False
true
Oil not only lubricates the engine but helps keep it cool? True False
true
On rural roadways, the following distance should be at least 3 seconds. True False
true
Ones credit score will determine their interest rate when purchasing a vehicle. True False
true
Over driving your headlights means not being able to stop in the distance illuminated by the area in front of your vehicle. True False
true
Paracentral vision helps a driver to maintain their path-of-travel? True False
true
Passenger restrictions allow no more than one non-family passenger(s) underthe age of 21 until you have held your license for one year.
true
Reduce speed, turn on low beam headlights, turn on windshield and turn on defroster or air conditioner.
true
Research indicates there is no difference in the crash risk if you use a hands-free or a hand-held cell phone (VTTI)? True False
true
Under the law, if you are under 21, you can still be convicted for drivingimpaired with a Blood Alcohol Concentration of 0.02%. True False
true
Vehicle Stability Control is designed to prevent wheels from slipping sideways when cornering or steering suddenly. True False
true
Vehicle-to-Pedestrian (V2P) Communication includes notifying drivers about pedestrians and bicyclists. True False
true
Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) and Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) Communication enables vehicles to inform a driver of roadway hazards and dangerous situations that they cannot see. True False
true
When approaching a railroad crossing lower the radio, look for flashing lights, check behind you, and put foot on the brake. True False
true
When line of sight and path of travel do not match, reduce speed. True False
true
When parking uphill with a curb, tires should face away from the curb. True False
true
With ABS brakes, in an emergency, it is most effective to press down hard on the brake pedal when stopping. True False
true
You should always follow the instructions of a police office at an intersection (example: light is green but they instruct you to stop) True False
true
You should never pass a funeral procession. True False
true
You should stay at least 500 feet away from emergency vehicles. True False
true
Your driver's license will be suspended a minimum of 7 days if you fail to take the field sobriety test. true false
true
Your engines radiator relies on air flow (i.e., the car moving) in order to cool the engine. True False
true
_______________ is the distance you can see ahead of your vehicle. Line of travel Path of sight Visual cues Visual lead
visual lead
Preventive maintenance includes vehicle self checks. Checking the vehicle emergency kit should be done __________? never weekly monthly daily
weekly
________ ________ are areas set up by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) where roadwork takes place and may involve closures, detours, and moving equipment. Work zones Detour zones No zones Safe zone
work zones
________ describes the transfer of the vehicle's weight when the rear-end swings to theright, to the left, or back and forth. Yaw Lean Pitch Roll
yaw
How often is every vehicle registered in Virginia and operated or parked on a highway within the Commonwealth required to pass an inspection of its mechanism and equipment by an official inspection station? Every two years Every six months Monthly Yearly
yearly
The purpose of motor vehicle registration is to establish a link between the seller and buyer? True False
false
The safest turnabout is the three point turnabout. True False
false
The trip adviser, also called a key, is the map feature that shows you how tointerpret symbols? True False
false
There is a test to determine sleepiness as there is for intoxication. True False
false
Tire pressure rating indicates the expected life of a tire. True False
false
To calculate a cars monthly payment you need to only calculate purchase price and interest rate? True False
false
To prevent crashes, Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) Communication can take control of the vehicle from the driver. True False
false
Two types of steering are oversteering (plowing) and understeering (fishtailing)? True False
false
Upon failing the DMV Learner's Permit Test, applicants must wait ten days toretake the test? True False
false
__________________ is when you borrow money to pay for a vehicle? Down payment Taxes Financing Titling
financing
You should treat this light the same as a stop sign. Steady yellow Flashing red Steady red Flashing yellow
flashing red
Each year more vehicle deaths are caused by _______________ then any other thunderstorm related hazards. Flooding Fog Sunshine Snow
flooding
__________is the natural force that constantly pulls to the Earth and effects an object'sweight. Gravity Inertia Momentum Traction
gravity
If the anti-lock brake system light comes on briefly when you start the car: turn the car off and have it towed to a service station check on the internet it means your ABS is not working it means your ABS is working
it means your ABS is working
Drinking impairs ____________________. food intake voice judgement ability to cough
judgement
A valid inspection sticker is placed on ______________________ after passing inspection. right driver's windshield center driver's windshield left driver's windshield top center driver's windshield
left driver's windshield
The majority of alcohol is processed by the _________________. pancreas stomach liver kidneys
liver
__________ refers to the amount of motion an object has. Momentum Force Equilibrium Inertia
momentum
How we interpret and understand information gathered by any of the five senses is defined as: synthesis recognition perception understanding
perception
What field of vision is more sensitive to light and motion, and orients individuals to the environment? focal peripheral paracentral central
peripheral
_____ _____ help warn motorists of oversize vehicle loads. Pilot cars Flaggers Construction workers Highway patrol
pilot cars
________ describes the transfer of vehicle weight forward or backward? Pitch Roll Yaw Lean
pitch
How do drivers move from novice to experience? you either know how to drive or you do not practice most will never become good drivers it comes naturally with age
practice
You need to spend time behind the wheel and actively __________ visual searching skills! relax learn practice retrain
practice
When jump-starting a car, always connect this color lead to the positive terminal: red white negative black
red
Communicate, change position and change speed are ways to: reduce driving risk pass your learner's permit test increase driving risk avoid a ticket
reduce driving risk
The required minimum liability coverage in VA is _____________ bodily injury/death of one person; _____________ bodily injury death of 2 or more persons; ___________ property damage? $20,000/$25,000/$50,000 $50,000/$20,000?$25,000 $20,000/$50.000/$25,000 $25,000/$50,000/$20,000
$25,000/$50,000/$20,000
Drivers with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of _____________ or higher (i.e., drunk drivers) are considered alcohol-impaired by law. 0.06% 0.08% 0.05% 0.07%
0.08%
A driver with a learner's permit is limited to _____ non-family member passenger(s) under the age of 21. 2 1 3 there are no restrictions
1
What lane position is used for most driving? 1 2 3 4
1
When changing the oil in a vehicle, stop _______________ quart short of the required "with filter" amount? 1/4 2 2 1/2 1/2 to 1
1/2 to 1
A driver should allow at least how many inches between the driver's chest and the steeringwheel? 12 6 10 8
10
If you are convicted of aggressive driving, your license could be suspended for ______________ days or for as long as six months. 15 10 5 7
10
Air pressure for tires should be checked when the tire is _______________. cool warm off the vehicle flat
cool
When driving in a strong wind the driver should prepare to: understeer oversteer counter steer forcefully steer
counter steer
______________________ speed warning alerts driver of upcoming sharp turns. Auxiliary Mobile Radar Curve
curve
When buying a new car, _______ month has the highest discounted (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price) M.S.R.P.? January December April September
december
Alcohol and other impairing drugs are involved in approximately _____ percent of all traffic crashes in which someone is killed each year. 75% 50% 25% 40%
40%
A tire with a tread wear rating of 150 is expected to last _______________ percentage longer than one graded 100. 25 50 35 45
50
A designated driver should be someone that has had no more than one drink. True False
false
You should always move the injured person as far away from the scene as possible. true false
false
If you drive on the public roads of Virginia, you must submit to an alcohol or drug test when requested, This is known as the _____ law. graduated license use and lose zero tolerance implied consent
implied consent
___________________ allows vehicles and traffic signals to communicate with one another alerting drivers of an upcoming red light. Parking Assistance Mobile Assistance Intersection Assistance Traffic Assistance
Intersection Assistance
_____________ technology automatically takes action without driver input? Warning Lane Departure Mitigating Steering
Mitigating
Alcohol is involved in _______ out of ________ crashes that kills someone between 15 and 20 years old. One out of three Two out of four Three out of five Four out of six
One out of three
The vehicle's tires should be rotated primarily for what purpose? To increase fuel efficiency To equalize tire wear To save the brake pads To improve suspension
To equalize tire wear
What braking technique is used for sharp turns? Threshold braking Emergency braking Trail braking Anti-lock braking
Trail braking
___________ is when the privilege to drive is terminated and the driver must reapply for a driver's license after revocation period Suspension Revocation
Revocation
Alcohol __________________ the body. chills boils warms freezes
chills
An applicants for a learner's permit must score _____ on the sign test. 75% 100% 90% 80%
100%
What is the passing score on the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) SignsTest? 80% 90% 100% 85%
100%
Approximately ________ million drivers admit they have had an accident or near accident because they dozed off or were too tired to drive. 11 22 33 44
11
A lane is _____ feet wide. 12 10 15 20
12
A valid inspection in Virginia is required by law within ___________________ months of last inspection month. 12 24 6 36
12
Passengers younger than what age are safer sitting in the rear seat? 11 12 8 10
12
When loading a vehicle for a trip, luggage weight recommendations are _______________ pounds? 180-200 50-100 100-150 125-175
125-175
The earliest age to receive a driver's license in Virginia is _____ old. 16 years 16 years and 3 months 18 years 16 years and 6 months
16 years and 3 months
Adults between __________ are much likely to drive while drowsy compared to other age groups. 30-50 18-29 62-75 76-89
18-29
A procedure for evasive steering includes turning the wheel no more than ______________ degrees? 180 90 25 50
180
When passing a bicycle rider, the law is to create at least _______ feet of passing space. However, it is recommended that you provide at least ______ feet of space between you and a bicyclist on the roadway. 3,5 1,4 5,3 2,3
3, 5
A driver should search at least _____ seconds ahead in their path of travel to evaluate the situation. 20 15 30 10
20
How many seconds ahead of an intersection should the driver scan? 20-30 seconds 30-40 seconds 15-20 seconds 10-20 seconds
20-30 seconds
When a driver is under the influence of both alcohol and marijuana, the crash risk increases ____________ times that of a sober person. 24 50 34 10
24
The brain does not mature until around the age of: 25 30 18 20
25
Cars must give bicycles at least how many feet of room when passing? 3 4 5 2
3
Which lane position is used for making a right turn or parking? 3 2 1 4
3
Use the ___________ rule to keep a safe distance between your vehicle and a school bus. 2 second 5 second 3 second 4 second
3 second rule
How often should accessory belts be checked? 10,000 miles 30,000 miles 5,000 miles 15,000 miles
30,000
With proper maintenance, vehicles today should operate over ________________ miles? 350,000 500,000 300,000 400,000
300,000
Mopeds/scooters cannot be driven on a roadway where the speed limit is faster than ________ mph. 50 25 40 35
35
An alcoholic beverage which is 80 proof is __________% alcohol. 20 40 80 100
40
Virginia has laws regulating window tinting. All vehicles registered within the state may not be tinted with film that is less than ___________ percent transparency on the front two roll-up windows? 80 70 60 50
50
Nearly ________ percent of flash flooding fatalities are vehicle related. 100% 60% 50% 25%
50 percent
The ratio of coolant to water for a radiator should be _____ percent coolant and ____ percent water? 50/50 80/30 70/30 20/20
50/50
How many feet away from a fire hydrant where fire trucks or equipment arestopped to answer an alarm should you park? 400 feet 600 feet 200 feet 500 feet
500 feet
High beam headlights light above the roadway: less than 50' 500'-1800' 50'-100' 2000'-8000'
500'-1800'
A vehicle is _____ feet wide.
6
Wiper blades should be checked every _______ months to make sure that the rubber compound on the blades is not damaged or deteriorated. 4 2 6 8
6
As you plan your financing for a vehicle, it is recommended the loan term be no longer than __________ months? 24 months 72 months 48 months 60 months
60 months
When a car dealer makes an offer on buying a used vehicle from a seller, the offer is good for ________ days, at which point the seller can ask the local dealership to beat that price or the seller can sell the used vehicle to participating dealerships. 10 7 30 12
7
Behind-the-wheel instruction requires how many periods of driving and how manyperiods of observation? No hour requirement as long as you pass the test 7 for driving, 8 for observation 7 for both 5 for both
7 for both
The maximum safe speed for a 4-second following distance on dry pavement is _____. 70 60 55 75
70
When preparing to drive, the hands should be placed at _____ o'clock and _____ o'clock. 8, 2 10, 2 10, 4 8, 4
8, 4
A distilled spirit such as gin, rum or vodka that contains 40% alcohol is considered _________________ proof. 80 10 40 100
80
Nearly, ___________ percent of drivers expressed anger, aggression or road rage behind the wheel at least once in the past year. 20 80 10 50
80
An applicant for a learner's permit must score at least ____ on the knowledge test. 80% 100% 90% 75%
80%
Dirt on lens of headlight can reduce light by ____________ percent? 50 90 75 20
90
Driver base driving decisions on appropximately _____ percent of what they see and approximately _____ percent of what they hear or feel. 75, 25 50, 50 80, 20 90, 10
90, 10
______________________ as a crash avoidance technique is used less frequently than other techniques? ABS Deceleraton Steering Acceleration
Acceleration
Identify three visual hazards when driving at night. Active wildlife Lack of light Intoxication Glare from sun
Active wildlife Lack of light Intoxication
_______________ increases traction and allows the driver to better manage the vehicle in bad weather? All wheel drive Anti-lock brakes Suspension Back up camera
All wheel drive
_________________allows maximum stopping force without locking up the brakes. Emergency braking system Trail braking system Anti lock braking system Threshold braking system
Anti lock braking system
___________________ vehicles are a self-driving car that is capable of sensing its environment and moving with little or no human input. Senior Automated Lane Warning
Automated
What is the meaning of a BGE mirror setting? Blindzone Guiding Extension Blinding Guage Eliminator Blindzone Glare Extermination Blindzone Glare Elimination
Blindzone Glare Elimination
__________________________ supplies electrical energy to the motor and starts the engine? Engine Battery Transmission Spark plugs
Battery
________________ affect braking and steering? Engine power Truck weight Car top carriers Passenger weight
Car top carriers
Brake maintenance includes: Checking the brakes only when they make noise Checking the brakes every 3 years Checking brake fluid and brake wear annually, unless there is a problem Checking the brakes every time you drive
Checking brake fluid and brake wear annually, unless there is a problem
______________ insurance pays for your car repair regardless of who was driving or who was at fault? Liability Comprehensive Collision Life
Collision
______________ insurance covers actual cash value of your car after fire, hailstorm, theft? Liability Comprehensive Collision Car
Comprehensive
Titling and registration of a vehicle is done through the __________________? car company bank insurance company Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
_____________________ maintains a speed set by the driver when there is no lead vehicle. Crash Control Acceleration Control Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Automatic High Beams
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
What is the technology that helps a vehicle remain on it's intended path by preventing it from sliding sideways in a turn. Electronic Stability Control Steering Control Anti-lock Braking System Global Positioning System
Electronic Stability Control
What is the number one cause of Virginia crashes? Failure to yield right of way Following too closely Improper lane change Failure to obey traffic control
Following too closely
What system provides safe, convenient, and efficient movement of people and goods fromplace to place? Virginia Department of Transportation Highway Transportation System Institute of Highway Safety Department of Motor Vehicles
Highway Transportation System
_______________ installed in cars measure alcohol on the driver's breath. Cameras Braking Devices Ignition Interlocks Mirrors
Ignition Interlocks
If you are under age 18, you will receive your permanent license from _____. Department of Education Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court the school DMV
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
If you are under age 18, you will receive your permanent license from _____. the school Department of Education DMV Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
Most vehicles today use which type of fuel? Diesel fuel Solar power Leaded gasoline Lead-free (unleaded) gasoline
Lead-free (unleaded) gasoline
_____________ insurance pays for other people's medical expenses, auto repairs and property damage? Liability Collision Comprehensive Motor
Liability
_______________ is the series of continuous positions your vehicle will occupy whiletraveling toward your target area. Travel lane Path of travel Lane position Line of sight
Path of travel
What are the three components of the Highway Transportation System? Trains, airplanes, cars People, animals, roadways People, vehicles, roadways Roadways, bicycles, animals
People, vehicles, roadways
This feature of Highway Safety Design helps drivers from blocking traffic. What is the feature? Traffic lights Warning signs Protected turn lanes Mirror settings
Protected turn lanes
The __________ supplies electrical current to a motor vehicle. Its main purpose is to feed the starter, which starts the engine. Vehicle coolant system Gasoline Rechargeable battery Spark plugs
Rechargeable battery
When confronted with fog while driving use the following tips. Increase speed, turn on high beam headlights, turn on windshield wipers, turn on defroster or air conditioner. Reduce speed, turn on low beam headlights, turn on windshield and turn on defroster or air conditioner. Drive the speed limit, turn on low beam headlights, turn on windshield wipers, turn on defroster or air conditioner. Increase speed, turn on low beam headlights, turn on windshield wipers and turn on heat.
Reduce speed, turn on low beam headlights, turn on windshield and turn on defroster or air conditioner.
______________ are points used to help determine where the vehicle is in relation to theroad and other vehicles. Reference points Space management system Reference spots Line of sight
Reference points
A steady red light means: Yield to oncoming traffic Stop and remain stopped as long as the signal is red Oncoming traffic has a red light also Stop and then go after you make a complete stop
Stop and remain stopped as long as the signal is red
What is the function of the vehicle's alternator? Supply oil to keep the parts lubricated Supply electricity to run the engine Control emissions Mix oxygen with gasoline
Supply electricity to run the engine
____________ control devices are designed to keep the tires in contact with the road surface as much as possible. Suspension Speed Cameras Security
Suspension
_____________ is when the privilege to drive is withdrawn temporarily; the judge may grant restricted driving privileges to/from work, school, or VASAP class Suspension Revocation
Suspension
Shock absorbers and springs are part of which vehicle system? Fuel system Suspension system Brake system Exhaust system
Suspension system
___________ glass fractures into small relatively harmless pieces. Smart Sea Gorilla Tempered
Tempered
This allows for students to have guided practice prior to getting their license. General Knowledge Exam There is no system of support for teen drivers in Virginia The Graduated Licensing System Signs Test on the Learner's Permit
The Graduated Licensing System
What braking technique slows the vehicle as quickly as possible without locking brakes orlosing traction? Threshold braking Trail braking Emergency braking Anti-lock braking
Threshold braking
U.S.DOT stands for the __________________________. Uniformed Strategic Department of Transportation United Safety Department of Transportation Virginia Department of Transporation U. S. Department of Transportation
U. S. Department of Transportation
__________________________ is when the front tires lose traction and the vehicle can slide straight off the road. Counter steering Oversteering Frontal steering Understeering
Understeering
If the car refuses to turn with your steering input (_________________________) the ESC will take control and steer towards the ____________ curve. Understeering, inner braking, bottom Oversteering, outer Braking, top
Understeering, inner
_______________ is compromised by the constantly changing weight on the tire patches. Vehicle balance Traction Momentum Inertia
Vehicle balance
When should the engine oil should be checked? Every 50,000 miles When the engine is running Every 25,000 miles Before starting the engine
When should the engine oil should be checked? Every 50,000 miles When the engine is running Every 25,000 miles Before starting the engine
How do you know when you are parked 6 inches from the front line or curb? When the curb line extends beyond the right side passenger mirror When you run over the curb When the curb line extends beyond the right rear passenger window When you can see the curb in the rear view mirror
When the curb line extends beyond the right side passenger mirror
How do you know when you are parked with rear limitation? (6 inches from the curb or line in the rear? You can see the curb line extend through the back of the right rear passenger window You can see the curb line extend beyond the front side passenger mirror You have run over the curb You see the curb line extend over the right corner of the hood
You can see the curb line extend through the back of the right rear passenger window
To search effectively, driver need to know _____. how to evaluate what they see all are correct what to look for where to look
all are correct
Why is it important to check behind the vehicle before you enter it? you want to look for small children behind the vehicle you want to look for small animals behind the vehicle all of them you want to look for small objects (shopping carts) behind the vehicle
all of them
Before driving, when approaching a vehicle, name three things you should check. condition of tires broken glass fluid leaks all of these
all of these
To correct front traction loss look where you want to go, steer toward intended path, ease up on the accelerator, activate _______________________ , jab or stab the brake if vehicle is not equipped with ABS and re-establish rolling traction. turn signals Global Positioning System anti-lock braking system acceleration
anti-lock braking system
What is the safest maneuver for avoiding collision if there is enough room? using evasive maneuvers braking accelerating ride on the shoulder
braking
In a work zone the __________ area is a safety barrier between you and the work zone. buffer pilot car transition merge area
buffer
Space in which the level of risk is increasing is _____. open BGE changing closed
changing
If an applicant fails either learner's permit test three times, he/she must complete the classroom driver education course and re-try. If he/she has already completed the classroom driver education course, he/she must: wait three months and try again wait 30 days and try again complete an 8 hour manual course re-take the entire 36 classperiods of classroom driver education
complete an 8 hour manual course
_______________ is the potential that a chosen action (e.g., speeding, texting, etc.,) maylead to an undesirable outcome. Crash potential Driving behaviors Driving risk Accident risk
driving risk
Alcohol and _______ do not mix. food drugs water time
drugs
____________________ aggression is cutting off, blocking, chasing, physical fighting, shooting while driving. Quiet Mean Epic Verbal
epic
The larger number on the inspection sticker indicates the date of ___________________? inspection purchase maintenance expiration
expiration
The top left of a license plate is the inspection ____________? expiration month expiration year expiration week expiration day
expiration month
A BAC test measures how much alcohol is in your system and is usually determined by a walking test. True False
false
A driver's license may be suspended for anyone under 18 years of age that has at least 15 consecutive unexcused absences from school. True False
false
A safety tip for driving at night is not to look at oncoming headlights, instead look to the center line of the road. True False
false
A train takes about 2 miles to stop when travelling 55 mph. True False
false
A zone is either open, closed, or changing. A changing zone has space where you can drivewithout restriction. True False
false
After having a license for one year, Virginia law allows three non-familypassenger(s) under the age of 21 regardless of circumstances. True False
false
Do not travel more than 100 feet in a shared turn lane. True False
false
During cold weather driving, a tip to use is to keep at least a quarter of a tank of gas in the vehicle? True False
false
If an engine overheats, open the radiator cap to cool down the vehicle? True False
false
If you are convicted of aggressive driving, your license could be suspended for 5 days or for as long as 3 months. True False
false
If you are under age 25, you cannot purchase, possess or consume alcohol. True False
false
If you sign a citation when pulled over by an officer you are admitting guilt. True False
false
Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) and Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) Communication do not have the potential to reduce or eliminate crashes through driver advisories, driver warnings, and vehicle and/or infrastructure controls. True False
false
Vehicles approaching an intersection must yield to those in an intersection. This is also known as the same time rule. True False
false
When controlling consequences under dangerous road conditions, the driver should hit an approaching object rather than a stationary object. True False
false
When driving in rain, you should turn headlights on high beam, turn on windshield wipers and make adjustments gently and smoothly? True False
false
When loading the vehicle for a road trip, load the interior first followed by the trunk area to reduce overload? True False
false
When parking facing downhill with a curb, the front tires face away from the curb. True False
false
When planning a route to drive, a GPS (Global Positioning System) can be useful and should be set while driving? True False
false
When planning a trip, traditional map reading is an obsolete skill? True False
false
When stopping behind another vehicle to maintain a safe distance, the driver should be ableto see the other vehicle's bumper. True False
false
You can dispose of oil and other car fluids by pouring them down the drain. True False
false
You may always turn right on red as long as you come to a complete stop first. True False
false
The three major influences in a person's choice to drink are: none of the choices are correct. family, peers, media. grades, social pressure, holidays. celebrations, siblings, parents drink.
family, peers, media.
What vision allows one to see distant objects more clearly than near ones? paracentral near sighted farsighted astigmatism
farsighted
Your _____ field of vision allows you to read and see details. focal paracentral central peripheral
focal
If a __________ tire blows out, the vehicle will pull sharply in the direction of the blowout? rear left rear front rear right
front
When approaching a vehicle parked at the curb, you should always approach from the _____. front rear middle of the road any way is okay
front
For learner's permits, the organ donor designation is a ____________ on the permit. organ brain heart eye
heart
You must wear a Department of Transportation (DOT) approved __________when operating a moped. boots knee brace eye protection helmet
helmet
Driver's tend to fall asleep more on __________________. expressways city roads interstates high-speed rural highways
high-speed rural highways
The __________ a vehicle's center of gravity, the more unstable the vehicle becomes. higher lower more centered
higher
Collector/distributor lanes on high-speed, high-density highways separate slower moving traffic and entering/exiting traffic from what? slower speed, through traffic driver distractions higher-speed, through traffic driver inattention
higher-speed, through traffic
The Law of Motion is also known as __________. Inertia Momentum Force Gravity
inertia
What are the three major factors that increase crash risk for teen drivers? distractions, speed, road conditions alertiveness, speed, attentiveness condition of the vehicle, speed, experience inexperience, speed, distractions
inexperience, speed, distractions
The ___________ factors associated with alcohol use are anxiety and frustration as well as worrying about growing up? school grades sport teams internal external
internal
More than 50 percent of pedestrian-motorist crashes occur at ___________. expressway ramps schools zones road shoulder intersections
intersections
Where do one out of three fatal crashes occur? rural roads intersections highways school zones
intersections
When two or more vehicles approach an intersection at the same time, the driver of the vehicle on the _____ shall yield the to the vehicle on the _____. left, right left, left right, left right, right
left, right
The ________, also called a key, is a map feature that shows how to interpret map symbols? index scale compass rose legend
legend
When adjusting the head restraint in a vehicle, it should be in what position, relative to thedriver or passenger? level with the ears, four inches from the seat level with the chin, four inches from the head level with the shoulders, four inches from the head level with the ears, four inches from the head
level with the ears, four inches from the head
_______________ is known as the visible path-of-travel from your vehicle to the target area. No Zone Reference points Line of sight Lane of sight
line of sight
What crash-causing condition does electronic stability control prevent? off road recovery braking loss of traction steering
loss of traction
The curfew for under 18 is what time of day?
midnight-4am
A solid line indicates _____.
no passing
When preparing to drive and when driving, where should the driver rest their left foot? on the clutch on the brake propped up on the driver's seat on the dead pedal
on the dead pedal
In addition to the GPS system, what other system in the vehicle do vehicle telematics use to provide location and vehicle functions? hands free cell phone mapping through GPS tool kit on-board diagnostics
on-board diagnostics
About _______ in five drivers said they pull over to nap when driving drowsy.(National Sleep Foundation Poll) Four Three Two One
one
Space without restrictions to line of sight or path of travel is _____. open changing empty closed
open
________ color signals a change and warns motorists of highway work zones. Pink Orange Yellow Black and white
orange
During an over-steering or skidding situation (i.e., rear-wheel lock-up), to which wheel does the electronic stability program apply the brake? none of the wheels outer front wheel all four wheels rear back wheel
outer front wheel
When accelerating to quickly, weight moves to the ______________ of the vehicle causing a noticeable rise of the front of the vehicle. top rear front side
rear
When approaching a vehicle in a parking lot, you should always approach from the _____. side front any approach is okay rear
rear
What mirror provides the widest field of view? passenger side mirror emergency mirror driver's side mirror rear view mirror
rear view mirror
What steps should you take if you run off the road? decelerate, accelerate, stop stop, look, listen react, revise, recall recognize, react, recover
recognize, react, recover
The minimum service the vehicle must have performed to keep the manufacturer's warranty is known as ___________________? required suggested recommended preferred
required
When entering and proceeding through an intersection with other cars, _______________ isdetermined by a set of rules. space management lane position intersection navigation right of way
right of way
________ describes when a vehicle shifts weight from side to side. Roll Pitch Yaw Lean
roll
Approximately half of all motor vehicle fatalities among those 16-20 years of age are __________________________. run-off-road speeding inattention drowsiness
run-off-road
Seeing the ball roll into the road is an example of _____. Searching Evaluating Executing Estimating
searching
Peer pressure is the influence of others of _________________ age. older similar younger parental
similar
A _________________ helps drivers organize information into meaningful categories sodecisions can be made easily and quickly. back of seat organizer driver awareness course mental task organization system space management system
space management system
____________________ is one of the most common contributing factors of traffic crashes? speeding. driving under the speed limit. uneven pavement. driving at night.
speeding
What is the two leading causes of work zone crashes? speeding, workers in the way road conditions, distracted motorist speeding, distracted motorist speeding, road conditions
speeding, distracted motorist
Select two gauges found on the instrument panel. telometer speedometer tire pressure guage odometer
speedometer, odometer
This arrow is a warning light that the light is about to change. If you have not entered the intersection, stop-do not speed up to beat the light. flashing yellow steady yellow steady green flashing red
steady yellow
If your engine catches on fire you should: jump out of the vehicle raise the hood pull into a gas station steer the vehicle out of traffic and away from buildings and people
steer the vehicle out of traffic and away from buildings and people
A white line found at most intersections is known as __________. stop line pedestrian crossing curb line yield area
stop line
If there is a car beside a driver in the left lane and they need to avoid a car ahead, what shouldthe driver do? accelerate and swerve right accelerate and swerve left stop quickly or swerve left stop quickly or swerve right
stop quickly or swerve right
What is the most important source of information when driving? the ears the passengers the eyes the road
the eyes
One of the three major influences in a person's choice to drink is _______________. the media school grades one's health
the media
If a rear tire blows out: the car will pull sharply to the left the wheel will wobble and you will feel a slight pull in the direction of the blowout the tires will pull sharply in the direction of the blowout the car will pull sharply to the right
the wheel will wobble and you will feel a slight pull in the direction of the blowout
Sudden shifts of vehicle weight to the left, right, forward or backward will cause loss of ________________. traction traction power friction
traction
What mirror setting leaves large areas that cannot be seen in the mirrors on both sides of thevehicles? blindspot and glare eliminator traditional occupational rear view mirror
traditional
A ________ ________ is a type of public transport bus service that is used on shorter distances. school bus transit bus Uber bus rental bus
transit bus
In a work zone the __________ area is where lanes narrow or merge, and the traffic pattern changes. construction apex transition entrance
transition
The function of the __________ is to transfer engine power to the driveshaft and rear wheels, or front wheels in a front-wheel-drive vehicle. Engine Battery Drive Axle transmission
transmission
If the vehicle starts to skid, release the accelerator or brakes? True False
true
After changing a vehicles oil _____________________________? transport for recycling. save it for reuse. use it for mowing your lawn. dispose of oil in a trash can.
transport for recycling.
A driver must stop when a school bus is loading or unloading passengers and thesignals are on and there is no median between the driver and the bus. True False
true
A tire is considered significantly underinflated when its pressure is 25% belowthe vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure. True False
true
Aggressive driving shall be punished as a Class 2 misdemeanor. However, aggressive driving with the intent to injure another person shall be punished as a Class 1 misdemeanor. True False
true
All new vehicles have a fuel economy and environment label. True False
true
An example of a self-imposed anxiety is saying, "Oh, no. Red light!" True False
true
An example of an aggressive driver is one who fails to obey traffic controls. True False
true
Avoid sudden changes in direction, such as a swerve to avoid an object or animal on the road. They can be particularly dangerous, especially on loose gravel or at excessive speed. True False
true
Avoiding excessive idling can conserve natural resources. True False
true
Check the label of a drug to determine if it reduces level of alertness or ability to perform complex tasks. True False
true
Drivers must manage 6 zones around the vehicle and adjust position to maintain a safemargin of space that provides room to steer in an emergency. True False
true
During hot weather driving, one should monitor the vehicle's tire pressure. True False
true
Having a back up camera in your vehicle can help with visibility and reduce risk of backing over an object or person. True False
true
High volume of traffic with many hazardsInteractions with more roadway usersMultiple intersections with left and right turn lanes, stop signs and traffic signal lightsStores and businesses presentPublic transportationRush hour traffic These are characteristics of urban roadways. True False
true
If a car catches fire, use an A-B-C type fire extinguisher to put it out. True False
true
If found guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol you will have to pay a fine, temporarily (or permanently) lose your license and may face jail time. True False
true
Stay within the posted speed limit.Look at least two blocks or two traffic signals ahead.Use the SEEiT system.Watch for situations with closed zones and line-of-sight restrictions. These are ways to adjust when driving on urban roadways. True False
true
The Virginia Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining state and local roadways in Virginia. True False
true
The alternator is a generator of electric power in a vehicle. True False
true
The distance between the two vehicles provides more space in case of an emergency. True False
true
The effects of marijuana on someone who is driving can include discovering that his/her mental and physical tasks are impaired. True False
true
The more cylinders in the engine, the more gasoline the vehicle will use. True False
true
The number one cause of teen deaths is distracted driving (NHTSA) True False
true
The three point turn is considered the most dangerous. True False
true
There are seven basic areas of operating space around a vehicle. True False
true
There is no benefits of using premium over regular gasoline (unless recommended by vehicle manufacturer). True False
true
If you get to an intersection at the same time as another driver, the use of ______________ could help you communicate with the other vehicle. unfriendly hand gestures, eye contact turn signals, horn
turn signals, horn
High-beam headlights shine at an angle to illuminate the road ahead. This is about ________ as far as low beams five times twice ten times twenty times
twice
When traveling take a break every ________ hours? five eight two one
two
A yellow line (broken or solid) in the center of a roadway indicates _____. pass with caution one way traffic no passing two way traffic
two way traffic
Technology that provides 360 degree view within range of similarly equipped vehicles is known as ___________________. V2I V2U V2V V2P
v2v
It may be possible for a hacker to remotely access a vehicles technology systems; but it may not always result in a hacker being able to access all parts of the vehicle system is known as _________________________. vehicle theft stolen identity auto theft vehicle cybersecurity
vehicle cybersecurity
If two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, who must yield? the vehicle turning right vehicle on the left the vehicle going straight across vehicle on the right
vehicle on the left
If two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, who must yield? the vehicle turning right vehicle on the left vehicle on the right the vehicle going straight across
vehicle on the left
For specific information about your vehicle's warning alerts, you should examine the: vehicles owner's manual price stickler internet dealership where car was purchased
vehicles owner's manual
A driver must __________ pedestrians in crosswalks, whether marked or unmarked. Go around Yield to Pass Ignore signals for
yield to
