how to drive chapters 1-4

you should direct your attention how many seconds ahead

20 to 30 and to both sides of your intended travel

drivers error causes what percent of traffic crashes

90

pre-drive sequence

Check for packages or other objects that could block your view or strike an occupant secure loose objects and new drivers should NOT listen to the radio

where is it important to maintain open space

in front of on the sides of and in the back of your vehicle

when the turn signal is moved down what way are you trying to go

left

traction

the adhesion,friction or grip between the tires and the road surface

how to wear your seat belt

as low as possible across your hips

what age has the highest fatality rate

16 y/o

do you have to check the spare tire for proper inflation

NOPE

your hazard flashers are a way of what

communication system

what ot inspect outside the vehicle

headlights,break lights,taillights

using the right foot

rest the heel of your right foot on the floor centered in front of the brake pedal, this allows u to pivot easier

when the turn signal is moved up what way are you trying to go

right

Gravity

the invisible force that keeps our feet on the ground also affects vehicle traction and performance

when can drivers obtain a full license

17/18

what percent of drivers believe that the odds of being involved in a crash is less than 1 in a thousand

30 percent

what percent of new drivers will be charged with a traffic offense in the first 12 months

50

what percent believes that if they were in a crash that it wouldn't be there fault

90 %

when you have your learners permit who can be in the car

Adult licensed driver no other passengers can be in the front seat

Adjusting the drivers side mirror

Place your head against the left side window so you can just barely see the side of the car in the right mirror

emergency braking with ABS

apply maximum pressure, helps drivers maintain steering control during hard maneuvers

When is the chance of a crash greater

at night

how do you most effectively control a vehicles balance

by sitting in an upright position directly behind the steering wheel

what are the 3 guidelines of driving

consider the chance of a dangerous situation developing, identify alternative actions and determine the consequences of each,prepare to change speed or direction to control the situation

what do headlights do

control power to parking lights

9 steps of moving forward

foot on brake, shift to drive,release the parking brake,signal,check all mirrors,check over shoulders, pivot foot from brake to gas,accelerate gently,steer into proper lane

three driving techniques

hand to hand,hand over hand,one hand steering

approaching the vehicle 2 things to do

have your keys in your hand and be alert to pedestrians and drivers

when should cruise control not be used

heavy traffic,rain,snow,icy or other slick surfaces,and reduced traction conditions

what happens when a vehicle is stopped

its suspension and traction are stabilized

3 good habits

keep foot on the brake pedal and set parking brake,turn off all accessories and lights,checks mirrors and over your shoulder for traffic

backing to the left

look over left shoulder and grip steering wheel at the 12 o clock position

what happens if your not in an upright position

more difficult to steer

what percent of occupant fatalities occur as a result of single car crashes

more then 50%

maintaining control

move car slowly,make sure path is clear to the rear and sides

how to steer a vehicle smoothly

need a visual target to use as a reference

Does completing a drivers education course mean that people will drive safely

no

how many inches should a driver sit in front of the steering wheel

no closer then 10 inches

do most drivers believ there at fault in a collision

noooooo

one hand

not recommended should only be used when reversing in a straight line

what drivers have a crash rate four times higher then experienced drivers

novice/ no experience

high/low headlight switch

older cars, the switch is mounted on the floor beneath the parking brake and is operated by pressing on the switch with your left foot

where are windshield wipers and washers not located

on the drivers floor

total stopping time consist of

perception,reaction and braking distance

forming good habits

place foot on brake before starting car,make sure cars in park,turn key clockwise to start engine,when engine starts release key,let engine idle for 15-20 seconds,check gauges,turn on low beam lights,drive at a moderate speed

Adjusting the passengers side mirror

position your head so that its centered under the inside rearview mirror or above the center console

what should be preformed every time you drive

pre-driving checks

what can a parent teen driving agreement do

provide a way to set goals and expectations and avoid misunderstandings

hand to hand

push and pull or feed steering slight finger or wrist movement

The amount of weight change and the drivers ability to control the vehicle is influenced by

rate of acceleration,brake application,steering input,surface traction

5 factors that influence the effect of inertia

sharpness of the turn or curve,speed,size height weight and load of vehicle,roadway slope,roadway surface condition

if you steer quickly what happens

shift of weight from one side of the car to the other

having an upright position behind the steering wheel results in what

smooth operation of brakes,accelerator and steering

vehicle suspension balance is

the distribution of the weight of the vehicle on the chassis

traction varies with what

vehicles speed,tire conditions and roadway surface

vehicle suspension side to side

vehicles weight will shift in the opposite direction of the turn

vehicle suspension front to rear

weight shifts to the rear the rear tires increase in size and the front tires decrease in size

vehicle suspension rear to front

when the brakes are applied the vehicles weight is transferred to the front

where do u tend to steer

where your looking

what can reduce motor vehicle crashes

working as a team with their new drivers ed instructors to instill driving behaviors

4 characteristics of risk

Risk is always present, perceived risk is different from actual risk,risk is affected by all road users,risk can be managed

What is one of the major differences between new and experienced drivers

The ability to judge the level of risk

where should your head be when you position your side mirrors

against the left side window