DE Unit 6
to make allowances for impaired driving condition
compensate
usually a mixture a water and antifreeze
coolant
Depressants slow down reflexes and also have a harmful effect on
coordination
behaviors that satisfy people's needs for comfortably interacting with one another
customs
drugs that slow down the central nervous system
depressants
any thing or situation that draws your mind off the task at hand
distraction
the length of time you engage in a task
duration
visually interpreting something that is in motion
dynamic vision
controls the electrical systems in many cars
engine coolant module
collects unburned gases as they come from the engine
exhaust manifold
Burned gas or diesel fuel is carried away from the engine by the
exhaust system
You can control your emotions by
expecting mistakes from others. c. training yourself to always use correct procedures. d. maintaining a responsible attitude. all of the above
Aging does not affect a person's ability to drive.
false
As long as you are not on the phone, it is okay to change tapes and CDs while driving.
false
Beer is not as intoxicating as hard liquor.
false
If you are fatigued and cannot wait to stop at a well-lit rest area, you should just pull over right next to the highway.
false
If you have a physical disability, you cannot get a driver's license.
false
It is okay to let small children ride in the front seat of a vehicle, even one equipped with passenger-side air bags.
false
Males and females handle alcohol the same.
false
Most child safety seat harnesses have a weight limit of 80 pounds.
false
Seat belts are designed for young children.
false
Two people who drink the same amount of alcohol will always experience the same effects.
false
Your ability to drive will not be affected if you only have a cold.
false
weariness resulting from too much exertion
fatigue
Young male drivers believe themselves just as likely to crash as other young male drivers.
flase
Children are required to be restrained in safety seats until the age of
four
disappointment caused by unsatisfied desires
frustration
The safety devices that prevent damage from electrical overloads are called
fuses
When you need to have your car serviced, you should
get an estimate before work is done. c. find a reliable mechanic or garage. d. ask to see the old part if something has been replaced. all of the above
drugs that change the way a person thinks, sees, and acts
hallucinogens
Norms are different than written laws in that
norms are unwritten and enforced by people's opinions.
One way to avoid aggressive driving is by
not driving slowly in the fast lane.
Fluid levels, belts, hoses, wiring, and lights should be checked
once a month
Check the exterior lights on your car
once a week
can be purchased legally without a prescription
over the counter drugs
Fatigue can even be caused by
overeating
If you need to pull over and sleep, leave on
parking lights
the influence people your age have on you to think and act like them
peer pressure
Fatigue affects your ability to
perceive or respond to threats
Physical impairments can include
problems with general health. inattentiveness. injury. all of the above
If you are driving and simply cannot keep your eyes open, you should
pull over and sleep for a while
cools the circulating coolant
radiator
Collisions involving cell phones are twice as likely to
rear end collisions
a break from a fatigue-inducing activity
recovery time
the number of times you repeat an action
repetition
criminal acts directed against another person through physical violence while you are driving
road rage
ridges on the road surface that cause noise and vibration to wake drowsy drivers
rumple strips
A "glazed" accessory belt
shiny appearance
work to control the bouncing of the car
shock absorber
visually interpreting something that is not in motion
static motion
drugs that speed up the central nervous system
stimulants
Something you can do to avoid the fatigue of driving is to
stop regularily
a spring and shock absorber contained in one unit
struts
You should never remove the radiator cap from a hot engine because
super heated fluid can erupt and cause severe burns.
the interaction of one drug with another to enhance the effect of one or both
synergism
The biggest issue with using cell phones while driving is
the mental distraction
The purpose of oil in your vehicle is
to lubricate engine parts. c. to clean internal engine surfaces. d. to prevent rust and corrosion. all of the above
the grooved outer surface of a tire
tread
Alcohol impairs seven different types of vision.
true
All of the car's fluids can be checked near the engine, under the hood.
true
Depending on your condition, your wisest course of action might be not to drive at all.
true
Even excessive happiness can affect your driving.
true
Even small amounts of drinking can affect your ability to drive.
true
Frequent yawning, loss of concentration, and varying speed can be indications of fatigue.
true
Heightened emotional states affect a driver's ability to perceive and respond to threats on the road.
true
Laws that prohibit any drinking until age 21 are called zero tolerance laws.
true
Most problems affecting the suspension and steering systems develop gradually as a result of wear.
true
One way older people compensate for their physical decline is by calling on their years of driving experience.
true
People who start drinking before age 15 are four times more likely to become alcoholics than those who begin drinking at age 21.
true
Some medications for common illnesses can seriously impair your ability to drive safely.
true
The check engine light might come on if the gas cap is not fully tightened.
true
When driving while using a cell phone, you will often fail to see other highway users approaching your vehicle.
true
You should have your oil changed every 5,000 miles or every six months.
true
Young drivers are often less concerned about the risks of the road when they have friends in the car.
true
in 2002, there was an average of one alcohol-related death every 30 minutes.
true
the risk of driving while using a cell phone is comparable to driving with a blood alcohol level of .10 percent.
true
If you are under the age of 21 and drinking and driving, you are breaking
two laws
A driver who is under the influence may
weave or swervA driver under the influence of alcohol might
When purchasing over-the-counter drugs, it is essential to note
what side effects they might cause that will affect your driving.
Special vans are available for people in
wheelchairs
It is dangerous to mix marijuana and alcohol because
you might keep drinking until you get alcohol poisoning.
You should not wear headphones while driving because
you will not be able to hear other important roadway sounds.
If you want to know when your car should be serviced, check
your owner's manual.
as you age
your reflexes and reaction times become slower. your vision gets a little weaker. your hearing becomes a bit impaired. all of the above
standards of behavior that govern how people behave in different situations
norms
The number of accidents caused each year by drivers who fall asleep at the wheel is
100,000
During 2002, the number of people injured in crashes where alcohol was present was
300,000
The highest pedestrian death rates occur among people in the age group of
75 & older
Even a thin layer of dirt can reduce headlight output by
90%
Your eyes are responsible for gathering how much of the information in a driving environment?
95%
an odorless, colorless gas that can kill you
carbon monoxide
reduces the amount of harmful gases released into the air
catalytic converter
One sign of carbon monoxide poisoning is
a headache
Distractions in the car can include
a. passengers. b. the radio. c. cell phones. d. all of the above.
Your vehicle's tires should be rotated
about every 5,000 to 7,500 miles.
a combination of dangerous acts committed while driving
aggressive driving
helps provide a constant charge back to the battery
alternator
If you absolutely must use a cell phone while driving, you should
ask a passenger to make the call for you.
If you encounter an aggressive driver, you should
avoid all conflict
stores electricity to start the car
battery
Another way to avoid aggressive driving is by
being curteous
the amount of alcohol in a person's blood
blood alcohol concentration
Alcohol has the greatest effect on
brain
Sadness distracts you from driving
by disconnecting you from reality
The narcotic class of drugs includes
heroine. b. codeine. d. morphine. all of the above
A major form of psychological impairment is
inattention
a lack of paying attention
inattention
The body's natural rhythms cause nearly everyone to be less alert during the
late afternoon
The level of engine oil is checked by
looking at the oil dipstick.
A driver under the influence of alcohol might
make a bad decision in an emergency situation. c. drive too fast. d. pass when it is unsafe to do so. all of the above
Attention fatigue is the result of
mental exertion
The best way to avoid fatigue is to remember that
more activity requires more rest.
Driver inattention plays a part in how many car crashes in North America annually?
more than 1 million
Most food-related crashes happen
morning on way to work
The power train is responsible for
moving the power of the engine to the wheels.
absorbs engine noise
muffler
The exhaust system
muffles engine noise
Your ability to drive can be impaired by
nearly every illegal drug.
What makes an orderly driving public possible are
norms