OMV STUDY GUIDE
What are "move over" laws?
Require drivers to slow down and change lanes when approaching a road side incident
slippery when wet
Road ahead becomes slippery in wet weather. Slow down under these conditions.
what does s.i.p.d.e stand for
Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute
What should you do if your brakes fail?(2 steps)
Take your foot off the gas, shift the car into a lower gear Shift into neutral and gradually apply the hand brake
why do construction zones have slower speeds
To allow drivers more time to make good decisions
No U-Turn sign
You may not make a U turn.
the weight ratio of a train to a car is like that of
a car to a coda can
You may fail your road test because of:
a collision, various or repeated minor mistakes, violations of traffic law
driving under the influence of alcohol or certain drugs is
a crime
how far ahead should you look when driving on the highway
a quarter of a mile ahead
where is a shoulder harness worn
across the chest
what must you do to prepare to drive
adjust the seat, adjust mirrors, look around for pedestrians and traffic
_________ and _________ must be used at the same times always
air brakes, seat belts
Some prescription drugs can impact your driving and can have the same effect as:
alcohol
If you are about to be hit from the rear, you should(3 steps):
apply your brake, brace yourself between the steering wheel and the seat back, press the back of your head firmly against the headrest
what is the following distance when driving behind a motorcycle
at least 4 seconds
when should you use your high beam headlights
at night when there are no oncoming vehicles approaching. USE LOW BEAMS WHEN YOU SEE AN ONCOMNG VEHICLE
When merging with traffic flow, try to enter:
at the same speed as the traffic flow
what should you do if you are angry or upset when driving
avoid driving
safely sharing the roadway with other drivers and pedestrians is essential for
avoiding crashes
what should you do to avoid being an aggressive driver
be polite and courteous, allow plenty of time for trips, give others the benefit of the doubt
at intersections, you must yield to
bicyclists
what does implied consent law mean
blood alcohol concentration test
what should you do if you see a car coming towards you in your lane
blow your horn and flash your lights to warn the other driver, brake fast, and steer off road to the right if possible
fines in the work zone
can be double normal fines
what is the number on distraction involved in the most crashes
cell phone
A solid white lanes means:
changing lanes is dangerous, use caution if you attempt to cross
before driving you should
check your mirrors, adjust seat and make certain there are no obstacles or children near the vehicle
what is the best way to avoid speeding
check your speedometer frequently
Fatigue increases the risk of:
collisions
what do you do when you come to a flashing red lilght
come to a complete stop
motorcycles have the right to use the _______ traffic lane
complete
what shape are construction zone signs
diamond or rectangular with orange and black coloring
when do you use the shared center left turn lane
do not move into the lane too soon, 200 ft
what slows your reaction time
drinking alcohol
the driver is at risk for fines is passengers are
drinking alcohol?
what should you do if you are driving in the fog
drive slowly, be sure your low beams are on, be prepared for an emergency stop
how often should you conduct an inspection of your car
each time before you drive
what should you do if it feels like your tires have lost traction with the road during rain
ease foot off the gas pedal, carefully steer in the direction you want the front of your car to do, be prepared to counter-steer after the correction is made
what should you do if steam comes from under the hood of your car
exit the road and turn off the engine
what should you do if you encounter an aggressive driver
get out of their way safely
what should you do if you pass your intended exit on the interstate
go to the next, exit, get off, turn around, and get back on and return to the desired exit
what should you do if you have a tire blowout
hold the steering wheel firmly, stay in your lane, slow down, and pull off the road into a safe area
It is _____ for drivers 17 and under to use wireless communication while driving
illegal
why is the number of teenage crashes so high
immaturity and lack of driving experience, willingness to take risks, less likely to use safety belts
when driving you should only use your cell phone
in an emergency
what should you do when following a school bus at a railroad crossing
increase following distance to 4 seconds
When driving at night, you need to:
increase your following distance
what should you do if you are following a school bus at a railroad crossing
increase your following distance to 4 seconds
Most collisions between cars and motorcycles happen:
intersections
why should you not honk your horn at a blind pedestrian
it frightens them, they have no idea who you are honking at, they listen to all traffic sounds
what should you do if you are about to be hit from the side
keep a tight grip on the steering wheel. be ready to steer quickly to regain control of the car
In work zones, barriers, such as drums, cones, and rubes are used to
keep traffic out of hazardous work zones
large vehicles have much ________blind spots than cars
larger
If following an emergency vehicle, you should:
leave more space and lane position
what should you do if you approach a railroad crossing if warning lights are not flashing
look both ways and be prepared to stop because the lights may not be working
you must always ____________________ at railroad crossing even if _________________ warning lights are not on
look both ways, warning lights
if your vehicle enters water, ________________________ and climb onto the ______ of your vehicle
lower windows, top
what should you do to pass a large truck
make sure you have room to complete the pass, allow plenty of room before switching back in front of the truck and always pass on the left side
to pass a large truck you must
make sure you have room to complete the pass, allow plenty of room before switching back in front of the truck, and always pass on the left side
what type of drugs can affect your ability to drive
marijuana, certain prescription drugs, certain non-prescription drugs
what does a traffic light with a steady green light mean
may go through the intersection if it is clear to do so
where is the safest place for a child to sit
middle back seat
what are some danger signs that you are becoming drowsy while driving
miss traffic signals, trouble keeping your eyes opened and focused, drift from the lane which you are drivin
large vehicles need _________________ to maneuver than an automobile
more room
complete traffic lanes are needed by
motorcycles
how can you make it easier for another vehicle to enter the interstate
move to the left lane if possible
what must you do if your car breaks down in the middle of the highway
move your vehicle off the roadway and make your car visible
Make space for vehicles entering the interstate by:
moving over a lane if there is not a vehicle in the lane next to you
is drag racing ever permitted
never its against the law
are air bags designed to replace safety belts
no, false
if someone has been drinking alcohol what is the best advice
not drive
if you park your vehicle close to the curb, make sure that you are parked
off the roadway
Where do you place your hands if your cars have airbags:
on the opposite side of the steering wheel
where should you place your hands on the steering wheel
on the outside of the steering wheel
what color are construction zone sign
orange
where do most motorcycle accidents happyn?
other vehicle turning left in front of motorcycle
always set ________________ when you park
parking brake
what does it mean if an individual is using a guide dog or a white cane
partially or totally blind
on multiple lane roads the left lane is intended for
passing slower moving vehicles
each time you drive you should do a ____________________________ check of your vehicle
pre-inspection
obtaining a keeping a driver's license is a
privilege
what should you do to decrease blind spot areas
properly adjust your mirrors and turn your head to check the blind spots
An emergency vehicle with lights flashing is coming toward you, you should:
pull over to the right and stop
what should you do if you are pulled over by law enforcement
pull over to the right side of the road and keep you seat belt fastened
Allowing a passenger to drink alcohol in your vehicle:
puts the driver at risk for fines and penalties
litter in the community affest what
quality of life, property values, housing prices
five factors that influence stopping
reaction time, road conditions, vehicle weight, tire conditions, brake conditions
_______ marking or ________ reflectors indicate do not enter road
red, red
What should you do if a driver passes you without enough space to the lane safety:
reduce your speed
what should you do before entering a curve
reduce your speed
what should you do in a work zone
reduce your speed and be prepared to stop suddenly
When driving on gravel or dirt roads, you should:
reduce your speed and increase your following distance
any problems with your vehicle should be ___________________ repaired as soon as possible
repaired
what is louisiana seat belt law
requires everyone in the vehicle to be properly buckled
Pedestrians have the _________________________ at all times
right-of-way
to avoid crashes, you should ___________ the road
safely share
never _______________ on rail road tracks
shift gears
what is procedure for exiting the interstate
signal your intention for approximately five seconds and make sure you are at the proper speed for leaving the traffic lane
what should you do if you see people walking, standing or playing near a roadway
slow down
what should you do when approaching or passing a bicyclist
slow down and allow as much space as possible
When making a right turn and a bicyclist is approaching beside you in the right, you should:
slow down and let the cyclist clear the intersection
what should you do as you approach a steady yellow light
slow down and stop
what should you do if you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light
slow down and stop
what should you do if your wheels slip off the edge of the road
slow down and turn back onto the road when safe
what can fatigue while driving do
slow down reaction time, lose concentration, doze off behind the wheel
what should you do if someone is passing you on a 2 lane highway
slow your speed a little and move over to the right as a far as you safely can
construction zones have ______ speeds to give you time to make____ decisions
slower, good
who should not sit in the front seat
small frail adults and children under 12
why must you use your headlights when visibility is less than 500 ft
so others can see you
No flashing lights at a railroad crossing means:
speed up and cross the tracks
when driving in a rural setting you should
stay alert and be watching for warning signs
in cold weather, you should _____________________________ during the breakdown
stay in your car
what are some things you may have to do to avoid a collision
stop quickly, turn quickly, speed up quickly
what must you do if you leave your vehicle unattended
stop the motor and lock the ignition, remove the key, set the brake
trailers are required to be equipped with
tail lights, break lights, correct size tires
what should you do to prevent fatigue related crashes
take a nap, find a safe parking area to take a 15-20 min nap
if someone might be moving in your lane, you should
tap on your horn
If a passenger throws trash from the car window, who would be ticketed?
the driver
what do service signs indicate
the location of rest areas, gas stations, hotels or hospitals
what should you avoid when traveling up or down hills or neat truck weight stations
the right lane
If you cannot see the driver's face in the side view mirror of a larger vehicle:
they cannot see you
Which way should your wheels face when parking downhill with a curb:
toward the curb
which way should you face your wheels when parking uphill without a curb
towards the road edge
if your vehicle breaks down on a railroad track, you should run in the direction of the
train
If something accidentally flies out the bed of a pick up. It is littering(true or false):
true
Weather and seasonal changes have an effect on how you should drive(true or false):
true
What should you do if you see a flooded roadway:
turn around and find another route
when a red light changes to green, you should wait ________________ and look once to the ______ and once to the ________ before moving
two second, left, right
Crosswalk lines are designated by:
two solid white lines painted across the traffic lanes
what does a single broken yellow dashes line in the center of the road mean
two-way traffic, drive to the right of the center
If your car has a two-part safety belt system you should:
use both the lap and shoulder belt
When used on roadways, bicyclists are considered:
vehicles
when there is a large truck in the left lane beside you and you are both making a right turn what should you do
wait to turn until the large truck or bus has turned
what is the golden rule of driving
wear your safety belt while driving at all times
What are signs that a driver is under the effects of alcohol:
weaving in the lane, driving slowly, abrupts stops
safety belts for children is determined by _________ and __________
weight and age
Lines separating driving lanes in the same direction are:
white
Flashing railroad crossing must stop within how many feet:
within 50
how far are you required to stop from the nearest rail of a railroad crossing?
within 50 ft but no less than 15 ft
Lines separating driving lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions are:
yellow
at intersections you must _______ to the bicyclists
yield
when turning left at an intersection you must ________________________________________
yield the right of way to oncoming traffic
When entering a road from a driveway, you should:
yield to vehicles on the main road
what must you do if a bus is loading or unloading children on the opposite side of the roadway separated by a ditch
you are not required to stop
motorcycles/ scooters/ mopeds duck easily into your blind spot; therefore you should:
you must allow crossing traffic to clear the intersection before you go
what do you do if you are at an intersectiong and light turns green
you must allow crossing traffic to clear the intersection before you go
When turning left at an intersection with no green arrow indicated:
you must yield to approaching traffic from opposite directions
which pedestrians are most likely to not use safe crossing practices
young children
when going downhill, you should check __________________ for approaching vehicles
your mirrors
how much money does louisiana spend on litter
$40 million
how many inches should be between your body and the bottom on the steering wheel
10 inches
How many feet before turning must you give a signal:
100 ft
you may not park within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection
20 ft
What is a visual lead:
20-30 sec
When passing a bicyclist, you should keep a minimum distance of
3 ft
how much better are your chance of surviving a collision if you are wearing a seatbelt
3 to 4 times greater
in bad weather, you should increase ___ second rule to ___ second rule
3, 4
Must stop at least _______ feet from a STOPPED school bus
30
following distance when following a large truck
4 seconds
if you see a blind pedestrian crossing how far should you stop from a crosswalk, why
5 ft from cross walk so they dont go around your car and into traffic outside the crosswalk
When driving a vehicle equipped with airbags, the proper hand position on the steering wheel:
9 and 3
It takes the body about _____ hours to get rid of the alcohol in _____ normal drinks.
?
anything that fly's out of the vehicle or truck bed is considered
LITTER
