Driving Test Study Guide

requires all passengers; properly buckled

"BUCKLE UP, IT'S THE LOUISIANA LAW!" Louisiana has a mandatory safety belt use law which ______________________________________- in cars, vans, and pickup trucks to be _____________________________. The three-point safety belt saves more lives than any other automotive safety device.

flashing; stop before entering the intersection; yield the right-of-way

*At a ____________ RED traffic light, drivers must use the same procedures as they would at a stop sign - they _________________________________________, look both ways, and _____________________________________ before entering the intersection.*

do not replace

Air bags _______________________________ safety belts. They do not keep you inside the car; they only stop you from hitting the interior.

Orange

Construction and maintenance warning signs

barrels, barricades, and cones

Different traffic channeling devices such as _______________________________________ are used to guide the traffic.

White/Black

General regulatory and speed control signs

Yellow

General warning signs that caution drivers

Green

Guide signs for directions

Blue

Guide signs for motorist services

Brown

Guide signs for recreation and scenic places

protect the drivers and workers

In order to _________________________________________ in Louisiana, speed limits are reduced and TRAFFIC FINES ARE DOUBLE FOR CONSTRUCTION ZONES.

ANYONE

Move Over Laws: If there is a roadside incident involving __________________ (emergency vehicles, stopped pedestrians, utility work, etc.), you must follow the move over laws.

rainy, snowy, or foggy days; MAKE YOUR VEHICLE EASIER TO SEE

On ________________________________________________, it is sometimes hard for other drivers to see your vehicle, so use your headlights to _________________________________________________.

steam begins to come from under the hood; pull to the side of the road, turn off the engine

Overheating: If __________________________________________________, your cooling system is boiling. You should ________________________________________________________, and wait for the engine to cool. Do not open the radiator cap.

Yellow/Green

Pedestrian present

Red

Signs indicating stop or prohibited movements

avoid sudden movements with the steering wheel or brake pedal; prevent hydroplaning; steer straight and gently release the gas pedal

Slow down and ___________________________________________________________ when there is water on the road to ___________________________ where a vehicle's tires start skimming on the surface of the water. If you feel like you are floating, _______________________________________________________ until you feel the tires make contact with the road surface.

drivers can become confused; more time to make good decisions

Sometimes ______________________________________ in a construction area, even when it is well-designed. Slower speeds allow drivers __________________________________________________.

grip the steering wheel firmly; in the same; slow down; pull off the road

Tire blowout: The most important rule is - don't panic and don't slam on the brakes. You should: 1. Prepare for a strong pull to the side, __________________________________________________, and keep your car ___________________ lane. 2. Let your car _______________. Don't use the brakes until you have slowed to a safer speed (around 30 mph). 3. Then brake gently and _________________________________ into a safe area.

parking and leaving a vehicle; street parking; 18 INCHES

When _____________________________________ unattended, stop the motor, remove the key, lock the ignition, and set the brake. Remember that for ________________________, the vehicle's right wheels must be within ________________ of the curb.

in the opposite lane on a roadway separated; not required to stop; must stop; not separated

When a school bus is stopped ____________________________________________________ by a ditch, grassy median, elevated concrete barrier or any obstacle that prevents traffic from driving thereon, you are ___________________________. Drivers ______________________ for a stopped school bus when traveling on four lane or five lane roadways which are ________________________ by any barriers.

slow down, turn on your low beam headlights; prepare for emergency stops; so dense that it impairs; NOT DRIVE

When driving in a heavy downpour or in fog, ___________________________________________ and ___________________________________________. If the fog is ___________________________ your vision, you should ________________ at all.

calm; foot off the gas; direction you want the front of the car to go; be prepared to counter-steer

You can prevent skids by driving slowly and carefully, especially on curves. If you experience a skid, remain _______, ease your _____________________________________, and carefully steer in the ______________________________________, but _______________________________ until the correction is complete.

Over 2/3; drivers turn in front of a motorcyclist

________________ of the car/motorcycle collisions happen because other _______________________________________.

drivers who obey traffic laws; "golden rule"; treating others the way you want to be treated

*The most important factor on the road are the ___________________________________________ and follow the __________________________ of driving by _________________________________________________________.*

involves all three types of distraction; in an emergency

*The number one distraction in most crashes is the cell phone; its use while driving _______________________________________: visual, manual, and cognitive; only use your cell phone __________________________________.*

quality of life, property values, and housing prices

*The presence of litter in a community takes its toll on the _________________________________________________________.*

At least a FOUR-SECOND; enough space to maneuver or stop

*When driving behind a motorcycle, allow _____________________________ following distance to provide the rider _____________________________________ in an emergency.*

slow down, look for any traffic entering the intersection, and proceed with caution

*At a flashing YELLOW traffic light, drivers must __________________________________________________________. Only stop if other traffic is already in the intersection.*

Drivers must yield

*At intersections, ________________________________ to bicyclists, especially when the driver is making a left turn.*

Intersections

*Cars often do not see motorcycles before turning, so car/motorcycle collisions are more likely to occur at _______________________.*

within 50 FEET but no less than 15 feet; is flashing; is approaching

*Drivers must stop ______________________________________ from the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when a signal device ____________________, a gate is lowered, a train ________________________________ and is an immediate hazard due to its speed and proximity.*

alcohol or certain drugs; crime

*Driving under the influence of ___________________________________________ is a _________.*

car coming toward you in your lane; HORN; LIGHTS; BRAKE QUICKLY; STEER off the road TO THE RIGHT shoulder or ditch

*If you see a ________________________________________: BLOW YOUR ________ and FLASH YOUR ____________ to warn the other driver; if you have time, _________________________, but don't lock your wheels and lose control; if the other driver keeps coming and a crash is probable, ____________________________________________. DO NOT drive into the left lane.*

Sweep; search, scan; identify hazards; predict; decide; execute a move

*In order to drive defensively, use the SIPDE method. S: ___________, _____________, ____________ ~Keep your EYES MOVING at all times to effectively see imminent danger. I: ___________________ ~Identify what's happening (roadway features). (TAKE NOTICE OF THINGS THAT COULD CAUSE TROUBLE) P: _____________ ~PREDICT the worst case scenario of what could happen and various actions to solve the problem. D: _____________ ~CHOOSE the safest action. E: __________________ ~DO SOMETHING to avoid conflict (braking, accelerating, turning, etc).*

within 50 feet of a RR crossing; 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection; space marked for handicapped

*It is against the law to park: -On a sidewalk -__________________________________________ -Within ___________________________________ -In an intersection -Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant -Beside a parallel parked vehicle (DOUBLE PARKING) -In front of a driveway -On a bridge, overpass or in any tunnel -In a ___________________________________, unless you have a license plate, sticker, or tag*

about $40 million; 450,000 bags

*Louisiana spends ___________________________ a year to clean up our highways. In a year, state and sheriff cleanup crews picked up an estimated _________________________ (20,000 miles) of trash in our state.*

have the right-of-way; must yield

*Pedestrians in a crosswalk always ________________________________; drivers ___________________________ to them.*

left at an intersection; no oncoming vehicles or pedestrians; give them the right-of-way

*When turning _____________________________, signal, and move into the left-most lane. Before making your turn, look for a safe gap in the oncoming traffic. Search to be sure that there are _____________________________________ coming your way, turning right, or otherwise moving into your travel path. If there are, you must __________________________________________________.*

Tobacco products (cigarette butts); proper receptacle

*_________________________________________________, are the most littered item along Louisiana roads. They are NOT biodegradable, and the chemicals will eventually end up in the ocean or some other body of water. Keep them from becoming litter by placing them in the ________________________ such as an ashtray.*

toward the curb; turn your wheels away; no curbs; turn your wheels toward the edge

-If you park where there IS a curb facing DOWNHILL, turn your wheels ________________________________ and shift into reverse or park. -If you park where there IS a curb *facing UPHILL, _____________________________________ from the curb and shift into low gear or park.* -If there are ______________________, _______________________________ of the road, whether facing UPHILL OR DOWNHILL.

look both ways as you; even if the warning lights are not flashing

Always _______________________________ approach a railroad crossing _____________________________________________________.

No Left Turn

Arrow pointing towards the left with a red circle & slash over it

if it is clear to do so

At a steady GREEN traffic light, you can go through the intersection___________________________________. You must yield to emergency vehicles and other roadway users as required by law.

slow down and come to a complete stop

At a steady YELLOW light, you should ____________________________________________________ if traffic flow to the rear allows. The light will soon be red, but you should go through the intersection if you have already entered it.

work your vehicle toward the side of the road; make your car visible

At the first sign of car trouble, carefully ______________________________________________. If you are on an interstate, try to reach an exit. Once off the road, ________________________________ with emergency flashers or reflectorized triangles behind your vehicle to alert other drivers.

Right to a full traffic lane; too speedily or too closely; wind blast; blow a motorcycle out of control

Because a motorcycle has the ____________________________________, pass it just as you would another vehicle. Don't pass ____________________________. The ______________________ of large, fast moving vehicles can ____________________________________.

entering; slow down

Before ______________ a curve, ___________________, move to the right side of the road, and watch for oncoming vehicles.

Windows; seat; reach the pedals; rear-view mirrors; gear; seat belts; windshield wipers; head restraint; doors; gauges; mentally and physically ready

Before starting your engine: -__________________ are clean and nothing is blocking your view. -________ is adjusted and you can ____________________ and dash. -Inside/outside __________________________ are adjusted accurately. -_________ is shifted to PARK or NEUTRAL. -___________________ on you and passengers are fastened. -___________________________________ work; cleaning fluids is in the reservoir. -______________________________ is adjusted for comfort. - ___________ are fully closed and locked. -_____________ are checked for engine conditions. -You are __________________________________ to drive.

Same rights; same traffic laws as other vehicles

Bicyclists are considered vehicles and have the _________________________ to use public roads as automobiles do, and they must follow the __________________________________________.

areas around your vehicle that you cannot see with your mirrors; try to reduce them; always check them by turning your head and looking over your shoulder

Blind spots are __________________________________________________________. You should adjust your side and windshield rear-view mirrors to ________________________________________; it's impossible to eliminate them, so ___________________________________________________________ in the direction you plane to move.

looking well ahead

By _____________________________ you can operate a vehicle more safely, save on fuel, help keep traffic moving at a steady pace, allow yourself time to see better around your vehicle and along the side of the road and even steer with less weaving.

driving on Louisiana roads; given your permission; BLOOD ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION; implied consent

By _____________________________________________, you are deemed to have ____________________________________ to submit a test that can determine the presence of a drug or your BAC (______________________________). This is known as ______________________________________.

orange rectangular and diamond shaped; workers; may need to slow down, stop, or change lanes

Construction zones are indicated by _________________________________ signs; they warn that __________, machinery, and barricades are just ahead and that you _________________________________________________.

obstacle that might interfere; children playing

Check in the front, under, and behind your vehicle for any _______________________________________ with safe driving or if there are ____________________________ near your vehicle.

at least two blocks or two; at least three blocks or three; at least a quarter of a mile

City: look _______________________________________ traffic signals ahead. Rural Area: look ______________________________ traffic signals ahead. Highway: look _____________________________________ ahead.

Blow the car horn

Don't ____________________________ at blind pedestrians because they have no idea who you are honking at and may be startled by the noise.

sit in the back seat; middle of the back seat

Drivers should have children under the age of 12 ________________________________________. The _______________________________________ in a passenger car is the safest position for a child restraint device.

upset; someone else drive

Drivers who are _____________ (worried, nervous, angry, frustrated or depressed), should let _____________________________ because they are more likely to become impulsive, aggressive, and risky. Driving will only cause more stress.

stop, turn, or speed up quickly

Drivers who can _______________________________________ can avoid crashes, or at least minimize the damage.

slow your reaction time and reduce your concentration; moments of dozing

Driving fatigued can ___________________________________________________________ and your attention. Extreme fatigue may lead to _______________________________ behind the wheel.

Privilege; work to keep it; responsibility to be courteous; follow state and federal laws

Driving is a _______________ - not a right! You must earn that privilege and ________________________. Drivers have a great ___________________________________________ to other drivers on the roadways and to ___________________________________________.

stay alert, watch for warning signs, and slow down

Driving on empty rural highways can be dangerous, so you should __________________________________________________________.

a car to a soda can

The weight ratio of a train to a car is like that of ________________________________________. When a 3,000 pound car and a train weighing several tons meet, tragedy always occurs.

miss your exit; drive to the next exit

If you _________________________, do not stop or back up because doing so is against the law and is one of the most dangerous things you can do on an interstate. ________________________________________________ where you can safely turn around.

apply your brake; back of your head; tight grip; regain control; protect your face; throw yourself across

If you are: -about to be hit from the rear: 1. Be ready to _______________________ so you won't be pushed into the car ahead. 2. Brace yourself between the steering wheel and the seat back. 3. Press the __________________________ firmly against the headrest. -about to be hit from the side: 1. Keep a _________________ on the steering wheel to try to avoid being thrown against the side of the car. 2. Get ready to steer quickly so that you can try to ____________________ of the car if you spin around. -about to be hit from the front: 1. WEARING YOUR SEAT-BELT: use your arms and hands to _______________________________. 2. NOT USING A SHOULDER STRAP: ___________________________ the seat to keep from flying forward.

willingly place yourself; slows reaction time

If you drive after drinking alcoholic beverages, you _______________________________________ in a position to injure or kill yourself or some innocent person (s). Alcohol _______________________________ in stopping and turning.

Do not pull up closely behind it; on the left; front of the truck in your rear-view mirror

If you want to pass a large truck, _______________________________________ or your vision may be blocked. Always pass _____________________ side and look for the _________________________________________ before cutting back in front of the truck.

wheels slip off the edge of the road; slow down; gently steer back

If your _______________________________________, do not try to turn back onto the pavement right away because you might swerve into the lane of oncoming traffic. Instead, stay on the shoulder. _______________________ by carefully using your brakes, then ________________________ onto the road.

the left-most lane; passing slower vehicles

On multi-lane roads, __________________________________ is intended to be used for __________________________________. If you pass on the right, the other driver may have difficulty seeing you and might suddenly change lanes.

illegal to use a wireless/cellular communication device; learners or intermediate operator's license; under the age of 18; first time operator's license that is within one year

It is ________________________________________________ while operating a motor vehicle if the driver: holds a Class 'E' _____________________________________________________, is ___________________________________, or has been issued a ___________________________________________________ from the original issue date, excluding out of state transfers.

difficult to safely make a left turn; shared left turn lane; CANNOT USE THE CENTER LANE FOR PASSING; only to make left turns

It may be ______________________________________ on a busy street; so use a _________________________ in the middle of the roadway. The solid yellow center-line means you ____________________________________________________. The broken yellow center-lines show that vehicles traveling in either direction may use the center lane ________________________________________________.

small amount of water

Just a ___________________________ can mix with oil and grease on the road to create slippery conditions.

prohibits anyone

Louisiana law _____________________________ of any age from texting while driving.

traveling in the shared center left turn lane; 200 FEET; too soon

Louisiana law prohibits ____________________________________________________ for more than __________________. Do not move into the lane ___________________________.

stopping a vehicle

Louisiana law prohibits any driver from __________________________________ on railroad tracks.

over-the-counter (OTC) medication; prescribed medications; marijuana; also affect driving

Louisiana law provides the same penalty for driving under the influence of drugs as it does for alcohol. Pay attention to labels on ________________________________________ and ______________________________ as they may interfere with your driving ability. _________________ can ____________________________, and it takes five to six hours for the effects to wear off.

shift gears; before reaching the tracks

Never ________________________ on the crossing. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, shift __________________________________.

looked around for pedestrians

Never move your car until you have _______________________________________ and oncoming traffic.

a blind pedestrian to go around your car; five feet

Never stop in the middle of a crosswalk because it could force ____________________________________________ and into traffic. Also, do NOT stop your car more than ____________________ from the crosswalk because the sound of your engine is used as a guide.

Sometimes swing wide to the left; do not turn; completed

Pay close attention to large vehicles' turn signals and give them plenty of room to maneuver. When a truck (or bus) needs to make a right turn, it will ___________________________________________ in order to safely clear the corner of a curb. If you try to get in between the truck (or bus) and the curb, you will be squeezed in between them. To avoid a crash, ______________ until the truck (or bus) has ____________________ its turn.

guide dogs or white canes; blind

Pedestrians using ___________________________________________ are partially or totally _____________, so be especially careful near them.

required to stop at railroad crossings; 4 SECONDS

School buses are __________________________________________________________ so you should increase your following distance to __________________. This is true for transit buses and vehicles carrying hazardous materials.

colored blue with white lettering or symbols; rest areas, gas stations, hotels, or hospitals

Service signs are square or rectangular shaped and _________________________________________. They show the location of various services such as ________________________________________________.

prohibit certain actions

Some regulatory signs have a red circle with a red slash over a symbol. These __________________________________.

more likely to have an accident; inexperience; non-use of seat belts

Teens are 50% ____________________________________ in the first month of solo driving. The contributing factors: ____________________, immaturity, and engaging in riskier behaviors like unsafe speeds and __________________________________________.

driver is responsible for all litter

The ______________________________________ coming from the vehicle's interior or truck bed, and the driver can be ticketed if the passengers in his/her vehicle litter.

check your speedometer frequently

The best way to avoid speeding is to ________________________________________, especially when switching from high speed multiple-lane roadways to lower speed single-lane roadways.

left turning vehicles from either direction

This sign tells you where a lane is reserved for the use of ________________________________________________ and is not to be used for through traffic or passing other vehicles.

Larger blind spots than cars due to its size and shape

To avoid being in a trucker's blind spot, do not linger beside a truck, which has _______________________________________. This is especially true if the truck is pulling a trailer. If you cannot see a truck driver's face in one of his or her mirrors, the driver cannot see you and probably does not know you are there.

Slow down; to allow plenty of room to safely pass the bicyclist

To avoid passing between a bicyclist and an oncoming vehicle on a two-way road, ________________ and allow the oncoming vehicle to pass and then move to the left ____________________________________________.

use your high beams whenever no one is oncoming; dim your high beams whenever you come within about a one-block distance

To help you to see better at night, ____________________________________________________. However, you MUST ___________________________________________________________ of an oncoming vehicle.

rested before; regular rest stops; take a short nap

To keep from getting tired on a long trip: Be well-________________________ you start, and take ______________________________________ even if you are not tired. If nothing seems to help you stay awake, get off the highway and ____________________________________.

plenty of time for trips; polite; not about winning; benefit of the doubt; upset; clench

To prevent yourself from becoming an aggressive driver: -Allow _____________________________________________ -If running late, call ahead so you can relax -Be _________ and courteous -Remember that driving is _______________________ -Give others the _______________________________ -Avoid driving when angry, ___________, or overly tired -Relax and remain aware of your posture -Sit back in your seat and don't _____________ your teeth

equipped with air bags require; at least 10 inches; OUTSIDE of the wheel; frail persons & children under 12

Vehicles __________________________________________ drivers to do the following: 1. Sit _______________________________ away from the steering wheel; the bag can explode into you, causing serious harm. 2. Use the 9 AND 3 position or 8 AND 4 hand position. Keep your hands on the _____________________________________________. 3. Make sure the wheel is tilted away from the head (preferably toward the chest). 4. _____________________________________________ should sit in the back seat because airbags can kill/injure them.

recall the last few miles; difficulty focusing; head is very heavy; drifting; missing; wandering thoughts; repeatedly; tailgating

Warning Signs of Drowsy Driving: -Inability to ______________________________________ traveled -Having __________________________ or keeping your eyes open -Feeling as though your ______________________________________ -______________ from the lane in which you are driving -_____________ traffic signs -Having disconnected or ____________________________ -Yawning __________________ -________________ other vehicles

stay calm; attempt to get out of the way; don't escalate

When confronted by an aggressive driver, you should ______________________ and relaxed, be a cautious and courteous driver, and make every ____________________________________________ safely. ___________________ the situation.

on a hill; set the emergency brake

When parking _______________, you must make sure your car does not roll into traffic if the brakes do not hold. Always _________________________________________. Shift to park, reverse, or low gear.

near a road; slow down; ESPECIALLY YOUNG CHILDREN

When people are __________________________________, you should ________________________. Many pedestrians, ___________________________________________, do not follow the law or use safe crossing practices.

make it as safe and easy as possible; slowing your speed; moving over to the right

When you are about to be passed, _______________________________________________________ for the other driver by SLIGHTLY ___________________________________ and, if on a two-lane highway, _____________________________________ as far as you safely can.

you don't lose control; the flow of traffic can still move

When your interstate exit is about one mile away, make sure that you are in the correct lane. Signal your intention for approximately five seconds, and drive the proper speed for leaving the traffic lane: not too fast (so ____________________________) and not too slow (so ______________________________ freely).

required to obey; remain calm and safely pull over; seat belt fastened and hands visible; when the officer asks to see it

You are ____________________________ all reasonable requests, lawful orders, and directions that law enforcement personnel make. If an officer signals for you to stop, ______________________________________. Stay in the vehicle with your _______________________________________ unless the officer tells you otherwise. You should always have your driver's license, registration certificate, and current proof of insurance in the vehicle, but only produce it _____________________________________.

inspect your vehicle; each time

You must __________________________ to be certain it is roadworthy and safe _______________________ before you get in and start the engine.

at least thirty feet from a school bus

You must always be prepared to stop ___________________________________________________ when lights are flashing or when children are loading or unloading. It is illegal to pass a school bus that is stopped for children.

right; opposing traffic; may cross this line to turn or pass

You must drive to the _________ of a single dashed yellow center-line, which is used to divide two lanes of ________________________. When there is a safe gap in traffic, you ____________________________________________ another vehicle.

3 TO 4 TIMES GREATER; remain in the car; safety belt

Your chances of surviving a crash are ______________________________ if you ___________________________ when a collision occurs. The ____________________ can protect you from being thrown from your car if it is worn correctly, with the lap belt fit snugly across your hips and shoulder strap over the shoulder and securely across the chest.

Drag racing; it is illegal

_______________________ is defined as the operation of two or more vehicles from a point side by side at accelerating speeds in a competitive attempt to outdo each other, and ________________________.

Safely sharing the roadway

______________________________________ is essential for avoiding crashes and protecting yourself, your passengers, other drivers, pedestrians, and personal property.