Defensive Driving Quiz

do not try to drive more than _____ hours in one day

10

the minimum age requirement for a Drivers License in VA is

16 years, 3 months

during each mile you drive, you make approximately _____ driving-related decisions

20

You may not follow a fire response vehicle at a distance closer than

500 Feet

reversible lanes are marked with unique signs, signals, and markings, such as

A red X which means the lane is closed

One-way streets have identifying features including

Absent yellow lines, WRONG WAY signs posted at each end, all vehicles pointing in one direction

___ skids occur when the brakes are applied so hard that the front or rear wheels lose traction

Braking

Depressants affect the ___

Central nervous system

A _____ headlight lens can cut the amount of light it emits by 90%

Dirty

Roads that function as expressways and divided highways have high speeds and greater risk of ___ crashes

High Impact

___ transport a pet in the bed of an open pickup truck

Never

You must use your vehicles headlights any time from _____ to ______

Sunset to sunrise

About _____ in every ten Americans will be involved in an alcohol-related crash at some time in their life

Three

some people, when they are caught in a situation where they have no control can become frustrated, which can lead to ____

aggression

Your license may be suspended or revoked for

all of these are correct' failing to satisfy a citation or appear in court, driving under the influence of alcohol, or driving recklessly

Which of the following beverages contains the most alcohol

all of these contain the same amount of alcohol

if a bicyclist is in your lane in front of you,

be patient and adjust your speed and position

Once in the brain, alcohol affects ALL of these critical skills EXCEPT

blood flow

the use of turn signals and your ___ are the methods of communicating to other road users that are used most often

brake lights

Every 15,000 miles

check the automatic transmission fluid

when your car is equipped with ABS and you need to brake, you should do which of the following

continue to apply the same level of pressure until the vehicle comes to a stop

inattention is generally caused by concentration on ______

emotional issues

before you have work done on your vehicle, _____

get a detailed estimate that includes the service, the parts and the labor costs

if you are approaching a controlled intersection with multiple turn lanes and you would like to change lanes, you should do all of the following except

get into the lane as fast as possible

it is illegal to drive in the United States without

having liability insurance for your vehicle

one way to control distractions is to

inventory the ones you can control

If you notice someone driving erratically behind you, you should _____

let him or her pass you and position your vehicle with plenty of space behind the bad driver

you are impaired when your ability to operate a vehicle is ____

limited or hampered

stiffness in the neck can make it difficult for drivers to

look behind to check the blind spot

To regain control of a vehicle in a skid, ___

make smooth steering corrections

The federal motor vehicle safety standards are written in terms of ____ safety performance requirements for motor vehicles

minimum

to lower the risk of a collision, you should keep at least ____ space to one side of your vehicle at all times

one car width

Other drivers depend on you to be rational and ______

predictable

if conditions are so bad that you cannot see the road ahead, ____

pull as far off the road as possible and turn on your emergency flashers

if you experience micro sleep,

pull off the road at a safe place and nap

__ is the temporary removal of your privilege to drive

suspension

The purpose of the horn is

to warn other drivers or animals of a problem or impending hazard

The effects of alcohol are ___

unpredictable

because the actions of other road users are ______, you can lower your risk if you adequately communicate to those around you. always signal your intention to change lanes or turn

unpredictable

your driving environment changes each time you get behind the wheel, weather, road conditions, your vehicle, and other drivers are

unpredictable

The amount of alcohol in your bloodstream is called ____`

Blood Alcohol Concentration

after you start your vehicle, and as you begin to drive, always check your

Brakes

stimulants can generate a _____

False sense of well-being

How can you assess whether you are not looking far enough ahead when you drive

If you make frequent, quick stops

Air bags are an example of a ____ restraint

Passive

Check a rental vehicle for ___ before you leave the lot

Scratches and dents

Our natural tendency is to concentrate on what is going on ahead of where we are going, so you need to check your mirrors ____

Whenever you change speed or position

One of the most important things you should do before you leave the lot with a rental car is

check the location and condition of the spare tire

prior to any trip it is important to do all of these EXCEPT

check the upholstery

Even if your vehicle has minimal damage from a collision, have the vehicles safety features ____

checked by a qualified technician

the rhythm that regulates the body natural wake/sleep cycle is called

circadian rhythm

If traffic is traveling faster than the speed limit, resist going the speed of the _____.

fastest vehicles

When you combine alcohol with some drugs, the results can be ____

fatal

___ associated with traffic-related crashes is one of our largest societal problems

injury and death

You can reduce your vehicles blind spot by _____

installing large side mirrors

the speed posted on a sign that warns you of a curve ahead, ______

is the safe speed to travel in ideal conditions

Many collisions become more serious when drivers

panic

select a travel lane with the least amount of congestion and stay in the lane you have chosen until you need to turn, ___, or avoid a hazard.

pass another vehicle

determine the stopping distance by these factors

perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance

Operating a vehicle in the state of Virginia is considered as giving legal consent to ______

perform a chemical test

if the oil pressure light illuminates while you are driving, you should _____

pull off the road as soon as possible

as a driver, you can lower the level of risk by

searching the entire traffic scene for hazards, adjusting your speed and space based on your visibility, and signaling

when you detect your emotions beginning to dominate your judgement and actions while driving should practice ______.

self regulation

prevent an expressway emergency by merging without

stopping

white lettering and symbols painted on the surface of the roadway are used to

supplement signs

If a driver in front stops suddenly and a collision occurs it is the fault of ________

the driver behind

Urban driving often involves limited ____ which often obstructs advance warning of traffic obstacles

visibility

large space margins on the roadway provide

visibility, time, and distance you need to avoid collisions

it is not safe to drive if you stay awake during ____

your natural sleep time

conduct a mental list related to the condition of each driving element. if your list has unfavorable factors in one or more categories

crash probability is at an elevated level

__ diamond-shaped or ____ signs alert drivers of construction zones

orange, rectangular

bicyclists often create unsafe situations by riding ___ for the traffic environment and weather conditions

ride at excessive speeds for the traffic environment and weather conditions

Position your vehicle in the ___ of your lane before turning right and move toward the center lane when you are about to turn left

right side

when driving in the city, ___ may help you avoid traffic, but they may not be as safe or they may increase your travel time because of traffic control lights

side streets

Determine a safe speed to travel based on ______

traffic density, how far you can see ahead, the design and condition of the roadway

On cold days, to prevent moisture from forming on the inside of the glass, ____ before you turn on the defroster

turn the heater on high and let the engine warm up

if you are in an emergency and there is no space to the side to steer out of the way of a crash, ___

use controlled braking

if parts are replaced when you have work done on your vehicle, _____

ask to see the old ones

As you enter the deceleration lane or the exit ramp, slow down and ___

Maintain a safe cushion of space ahead and behind your vehicle