Driver's Ed Chapter 1-19

What is TURE about angle parking?

Angle parking lots can be a one-way or two-way, but typically one-way

After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to you lane when:

You can see the entire front of the vehicle you passed in the inside rear view mirror

Most people experience energy dips approximately midnight and 6 a.m. and again approximately _____ during which they are more likely to fall asleep while driving.

2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Resting is the most effective way to counteract drowsiness. When you must stop vehicle to rest, keep in mind that sleeping for more than _____ minutes can make you groggy for at least 5 minutes after waking.

20

To allow enough distance to stop when responding to hazardous objects or conditions, you should identify a planned path of travel _____ seconds ahead.

20 - 30

Drivers should develop the habit of searching _____ seconds ahead along their intended path of travel for objects and conditions that could risk.

20 to 30

Drivers should search at least _____ seconds ahead.

20 to 30

Driver should look:

20-30 seconds ahead on an open road.

What are the different types of tires?

All seasons, summer only, and winter only

What is the main advantage of having ABS (Anti-lock braking system)?

Allows the driver to continue to steer effectively while braking aggressively

In Hawaii, what measurement of the BAC is considered legally intoxicated for adults?

.08

Approximately how long does it take a new driver to reach the driving ability of the average driver?

5 years

This traffic sign indicates (*Yellow/black diamond, left arrow-down, right arrow-up)

Divided highway begins

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

When turning, pedestrians must yield to vehicles

It takes the body on average, approximately how long to eliminate the alcohol contained in one drink?

1 1/4 - 1 1/2 hours

What is TRUE about approaching a "stale" green light at an intersection?

"Covering the brake" with front right foot to prepare to stop

Your cell phone should be put on _____ before you start driving.

"Do Not Disturb" or "Driving" mode

Most states have blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) limits of _____ percent for drivers under age 21.

0.00 to 0.02

Research shows that being awake for 18 hours produces impairment approximately equal to a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of

0.05 percent

Which symbol represents the front window shield defroster?

*Looks like a fan-shaped window with 3 arrows flowing upwards*

Which symbol represents oil pressure warning?

*Looks like a genie lamp with a drop of liquid coming out of the right side of it*

Which symbol represents a high-beam indicator?

*Looks like a light with beams coming STRAIGHT OUT to the right*

Which symbol represents a safety belt reminder or warning?

*Looks like a person sitting wearing a seat belt*

The effects of alcohol will start with the

1st drink

In vehicles equipped with a driver's side airbag, sitting closer than _____ inches from the steering wheel increases the risk of arm, neck, and facial injuries in a crash.

10

Most states' laws require a driver to signal at least _____ feet ahead before turning in an urban area.

100

Drivers should maintain a Visual Control Zone of at least _____ seconds ahead.

12 to 15

When properly seated, the area in front of the vehicle that you cannot see is within:

12-15 feet

After using voice commands on vehicles and phones to make a call, send a text, or change music, mental distractions can last up to _____ seconds.

27

How much space do you need to safely pass a bicyclist?

3 feet or 36 inches

A driver should maintain a minimum following distance of:

3 to 4 seconds

Under most conditions, what is a safe following distance?

3-4 seconds

How long does alcohol level continue to rise after you have stopped drinking?

30 minutes

At what speeds should properly inflated tires with adequate tread maintain contact with a wet road.

30 mph or lower

Hydroplaning can occur at speeds as low as _____ miles per hour.

35

If a vehicle's speed doubles, e.g. from 20 mph to 40 mph, the distance needed to stop the vehicle increase by _____ times.

4

To be safe to use, your vehicle's tires should have a minimum tread depth of _____.

4/32 of an inch

The minimum number of practice driving hours required on the notarized form of supervised practice is:

40 hours of day and 10 hours of night driving

As few as _____ inches of water can cause you to lose control of your vehicle.

6

Which hand position lowers the risk of facial injury in the event of a steering wheel mounted airbag deploys?

8 & 4 hand position

How much do large trucks weigh?

80,000 pounds

People ages 12 to 18 need between _____ hours of sleep each day.

9 and 9 1/2

Which of the following hand positions allow for the best control when turning the steering wheel?

9 o'clock and 3 o'clock

Grime can reduce headlight effectiveness by as much as _____.

90 percent

Approximately what percent of crashes are caused by driver error?

90%

What percentage of people in vehicles use their safety belts?

90%

Road rage is defined as:

A behavior directed at specific vehicles or occupants with malicious intent

The 4th principle of Right-of-Way law states:

A driver has not yielded the right-of-way if he/she forces others to change their speed, direction , and/or position

Which of following situations describes reckless driving behavior?

A driver intentionally drives recklessly A driver knows his/her actions will create a significant risk Conditions make the risk obvious and serious (ALL ARE CORRECT)

The 3rd principle of Right-of-Way laws states:

A driver must be driving in a lawful manner

Which driver is the LEAST at-risk for drowsy driving?

A driver with a passenger

Which statement is true about Hawaii's Graduated Licensing Law permit phase?

A person must be at least 15 1/2 years of age, pass a written permit test, practice driving with a mentor at least 21 years of age, and must always have all passengers wear seat belts of child seats, if applicable.

When tailgating vehicle travels too close behind you, what are the correct procedures a safe driver will choose?

A safe driver will gradually slow down and move to lane position 3 closer to shoulder to encourage the tailgater to pass you on the left

What types of alerts may a driver experience while driving?

A sound, vibrating seat or steering wheel, and/or a visual warning on the dashboard

The best way to maximize fuel when accelerating is to _____.

Accelerate slowly and smoothly

Vehicles used the most fuel when:

Accelerating

Engine oil should b changed every _____.

According to the maintenance schedule in your owner's manual

Why would you possibly need to change lanes?

Actions and behavior of other road users who exhibit erratic or unpredictable behavior such as car in front of you is braking suddenly or weaving on the road on a double lane with traffic going in the same direction Driving conditions and environment such as heavy rain and flooding on side of road or potholes on road ahead Change in traffic conditions such as crowded lane due to many cars making a right turn on a double lane with traffic going in the same direction (ALL ARE CORRECT)

When you are entering the highway, you need to:

Adjust your speed and position to avoid collisions

Young drivers are especially susceptible to distractions caused by

Adjusting the audio system

What does an adaptive cruise control system do?

Adjusts to the speed of the vehicle directly ahead

Following another driver too closely, or tailgating, is considered:

Aggressive driving

What is true about consuming alcohol?

Alcohol is the number one drug of choice among teens

What is true about forward collision warnings?

Alert drivers when their vehicle is approaching an object ahead quickly Drivers need to take action by applying brakes and steer to avoid collision Some systems may also pre-charge brakes to help (ALL ARE CORRECT)

This sign warns (*Yellow diamond, 3 arrows in a counter-clockwise circle*)

An upcoming roundabout

Safe drivers, R.E.A.D the road. What does "A" represent?

Anticipate their next move

"Distracted driving" has been defined as

Anything that takes a driver's attention away from driving

When approaching your vehicle parked at a curb, you should:

Approach the driver's door from the front of the vehicle, facing oncoming traffic, and keep your finger on the alarm button (if your key fob has one) (COMBINE)

When considering Space and Time concepts while driving a vehicle, what is a Closing Actions?

Are maneuvers drivers make that increase the likelihood that two vehicles will move close to each other such as changing lanes

When starting the engine, you should release the key or start button:

As soon as the engine starts

You should avoid passing another vehicle:

As you approach a hill crest

How often should tire inflation be checked?

At least once a month

What should you do if you hit an unattended vehicle of property?

Attempt to locate and inform the owner

How can you maximize the fuel economy when starting your vehicle?

Avoid excessive idling upon startup

Which way should your front wheel be turned when parking uphill next to a curb?

Away from the curb

When should you adjust your speed to turn?

Before turning

Head checks are used to check for blindspots. When are head checks necessary>?

Before changing lanes. Before merging/entering a highway. Before turning if there are bicyclists riding in the bike lane. (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What are some of the benefits of reversing into perpendicular parking?

Better visibility out the front windshield, instead of looking through rear window When you leave, you just need to pull forward The number of fatal and serious injury crashes are less likely when backed into stall (ALL ARE CORRECT)

At what speeds can hydroplaning occur (with proper tires)?

Between 30 to 55 mph

A teen driver's chance of crashing is higher when driving:

Between 9 pm and 6 am

Who is responsible for the visibility of bicyclists?

Bicyclists

Which of the following are considered to be vulnerable road users?

Bicyclists Motorcyclists Pedestrians (ALL ARE CORRECT)

"BAC" stands for

Blood alcohol concentration

Lack of sleep, emotional stress, illness, and _____ causes drowsiness when driving.

Boredom

Factors that affect how high a drinker's BAC reaches include(s) _____.

Both amount of beverage consumed and strength of the beverage

What should you do if an oncoming vehicle has its high beam headlights on?

Both flash your high beam headlights and look down and to the right (COMBINE)

The recommended tire air pressure can typically be found:

Both in the owner's manual and on a placard on the front driver side door jamb (COMBINE)

As a driver you have a responsibility to pedestrians that is

Both legal and moral

Solid white lines are used:

Both to mark the right edge of highways and to indicate areas where lane changes are discouraged or unlawful (COMBINE)

Before driving any vehicle equipped with safety technology, the driver should:

Both understand the purpose & function of each technology, and read the owner's manual

As a driver approaching this sign (*Triangle, yield*) and road marking (*White row of triangles*), you must

Both yield and stop if the way is not clear (COMBINE)

What should be included on your daily maintenance checklist?

Brakes Windows Exhaust (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What causes a transfer of weight from one point of the vehicle to another?

Braking Acceleration Turns (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Total stopping distance is made up of:

Braking time reaction time Perception time (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Which areas are likely to free before other road surfaces?

Bride surface Overpasses Ramps (ALL ARE CORRECT)

How does a driver know if an interstate highway runs east-west or north-south?

By the route number (even- EW, odd- NS)

Where should you stop when there is a STOP sign located on the far side of the corsswalk?

C-Before the crosswalk

Stimulants include:

Caffiene

What guidelines should you follow if you stop at a crash scene to offer assistance?

Call 911 if no one has called, approach the scene to see if you can be helpful

Chronic diseases can include conditions such as:

Cancer Diabetes Epilepsy (ALL ARE CORRECT)

_____ vision is the five-degree cone representing only 3% of a driver's total visual field.

Central

What should you do when you see emergency vehicles on the roadside (Move Over Laws)?

Change lanes to allow the greatest amount of space between vehicles Reduce speed If changing lanes is not possible, then move to a lane position farthest from vehicle (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Which statement is FALSE about pedestrians being hit or killed by vehicles?

Children are least likely to be hit by a vehicle because they know the rules of the road

A human's 24 hours cycle of energy is called the _____.

Circadian rhythm

What are the two most common types of interchanges?

Cloverleaf and Diamond

What is FALSE about turning right at an intersection with a red traffic signal?

Come to a rolling stop

When preparing to turn, you should:

Complete your braking before you turn the steering wheel

Which surface provides the greatest amount of traction?

Concrete

Urban areas can be challenging for easily distracted driver and for anxious driver. What is the best way to reduce risk and move more efficiently in that environment?

Constantly think ahead. Search and evaluate so you can execute maneuvers quickly, appropriately, and accurately

In Hawaii, it is illegal to

Consume or possess alcohol as a passenger in a car Consume alcohol at designated scenic spots Have an open container of alcohol in the car (ALL ARE CORRECT)

The best way to keep from getting involved in emergency driving situation is to:

Continually search for threatening objects or conditions

If you begin to skid, the best response is to _____.

Continue to look and steer where you want you vehicle to go

Intersection types include:

Controlled and uncontrolled

Drivers should use _____ braking when slowing the vehicle to prevent weight transfer.

Controlled/Squeeze

What can drivers do to prevent crashes on freeways?

DO NOT use a phone while driving "Eyes up, Brain on" Keep plenty of space between you and other drivers (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Which step of PDA, the decision-making process has a driver just taken when he/she determines what will probably happen in a driving situation?

Decide

When a driver's line of sight and path of travel are blocked, what should the driver do?

Decide on lane position and speed adjustments to handle the hazards

What can a driver do to control emotions while driving?

Delay driving when upset

Upon completion of driver's education and earning a driver's license the student will:

Demonstrate the basic knowledge and ability needed to control a motor vehicle.

A certificate of motor vehicle title:

Demonstrates proof of ownership

Alcohol is a _____ drug.

Depressant

Where is the largest blind area (No Zone) on a large truck?

Directly behind truck

What should you do if hydroplaning occurs?

Do not brake, ease your foot off the accelerator, decrease speed until your tires regain traction

Safe drivers "R.E.A.D the Road". R stand for Right speed for Right now, E stands for Eyes up and Brain on, A stands for Anticipate other road users' next moves. What does D represent?

Donut of space around vehicle.

When a driver looked away for 2 seconds or more, the risk of crash will _____.

Double

After you start the engine, you should:

Drive at a moderate speed for the first few minutes Turn on the low-beam headlights Check the instrument panel for warning lights (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Crash rate is defined as the chance of crashing over a specific number of miles driven. Which age group has the highest crash rate?

Drivers age 16-17

What type of Closing Actions might decrease your safe driving?

Drivers following too close to other vehicles Drivers do not stop for stop signs or red lights Drivers fails to use signal when turning or changing lanes (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Driving courtesy is important as you share the road with:

Drivers in funeral processions Farm machinery operators Vulnerable road users (ALL ARE CORRECT)

One reason drivers are less likely to see motorcycles, mopeds, or scooter is Inattentional Blindness. What is Inattentional Blindness?

Drivers miss seeing something surprising or unexpected even when it is plainly visible.

Double solid yellow lines mean:

Drivers traveling in both directions are prohibited from passing

What is DRE?

Drug Recognition Expert

Dissociative anesthetics are:

Drugs that can make users feel disconnected from their own bodies

Narcotic analgesics or Opioids are:

Drugs that have morphine-like effects

Texting drivers are up to _____ times more like to be involved in a crash overall.

Eight

What should you check under the hood?

Engine-coolant reservoir Windshield-washer fluid reservoir Engine-oil dipstick (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What is the MOST important step in safely changing lanes?

Ensuring the lane to which you plan to move is open

What are some common situations that might require you to change lanes?

Entering traffic Leaving traffic and parking along a curb Driving on multiple-lane streets and roads (ALL ARE CORRECT)

To avoid crashing, you can use:

Evasive steering Evasive acceleration Evasive braking (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Which is generally more effective: evasive steering or emergency braking

Evasive steering, if you have an alternate path that is safe to move into

How often should the pre-driving checks identified for approaching the vehicle and checking the outside of the vehicle be performed?

Every time you drive

List two things you should DO if you are involved in a crash

Exchange names and insurance information, file a crash report

The three types of drugs include:

Illegal or illicit drugs, prescription medications, non-prescription medications

Consuming alcohol while driving affects:

Eye focus Night vision Response time (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What are possible signs of aggressive driving?

Failing to obey traffic controls Following too closely Exceeding the speed limit (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Primary factors involved in teen crashes include:

Failing to yield the right of way. Driving too fast for road conditions. Being distracted. (ALL ARE CORRECT)

In crashes involving a passenger vehicle and a motorcycle, the motorcyclist is usually at fault.

False

Which type of vehicles must travel with the following sign? (*Orange triangle with red outline*)

Farm machinery

Compared to following a passenger sedan, how far back should you follow a motocycle?

Farther back from the motorcycle

What is the expected benefit of self-driving vehicles?

Fewer collisions Lower environmental impact Reduced fuel use (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Country road are know to be particularly hazardous for young, new drivers because speeds are generally high and the road are less forgiving. Which factor is NOT a risk of driving in a rural environment?

Fewer crosswalks

What kinds of issues can road service providers help with?

Flat tires, fuel, minor repairs, low or dead batteries (jump start)

_____ is a technology that requires the driver to maintain constant control of the vehicle,

Forward collision avoidance Lane keeping assist Automatic emergency braking (ALL ARE CORRECT)

_____ vision is used to judge depth and position.

Fringe

What are Top Tier fuels?

Fuels that prevent carbon deposit buildup

Three main parts of free way driving are:

Getting on, driving on, getting off

A driver's license:

Gives an individual permission to operate a motor vehicle on public highways Serves to verify a driver's knowledge of the laws that govern the use of motor vehicles on public roadways Can be taken away by the state (ALL ARE CORRECT)

All of these devices indicate work zones EXCEPT:

Green and white signs

When backing straight:

Grip the steering wheel at 12 o'clock position with your left hand. Position your right hand on the back of the passenger seat. Move the wheel left or right in the direction in which you want the rear of the vehicle to go. (ALL ARE CORRECT)

This is an example of a (*Green exit sign*)

Guide sign

The cost of being sleep deprived can be very high in terms of health and overall quality of life. Insufficient sleep can increase the risk of experiencing:

Hair loss/Diabetes/Mental health decline Weight gain/High blood pressure Lower school grades/Poor sports performance (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Road users are allowed to use _____ to communicate with each other.

Headlights Horn Hand Signals (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Traffic laws prevent crashes by:

Helping to better predict what other drivers will do

_____ is a trance-like state as when driving for extended periods of time.

Highway Hypnosis

THC and marijuana affects one's driving by:

Hindering response to unexpected events

_____ occurs when water between the tires and the road builds until the tires begin to ride on a fil of water, resulting in traction loss.

Hydroplaning

Driving is a full time job. It involved more than controlling the vehicle and keeping it on the road. Driving involves:

Identifying problems and potential conflicts Staying focused and avoiding distractions Searching where you want to go (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Which level of acceleration is simply releasing pressure from the brake pedal?

Idle

How can a vehicle's technology increase a drivers risk?

If a driver is uninformed, and uses the technology incorrectly

The potential benefit(s) of self driving vehicles include:

Improved traffic flow

When preparing to drive in desert environments, at what time of day should you check the tire pressure?

In the morning or when your tires are cold

Aggressive driving can be best identified by

Increased risk-taking

If a vehicle's speed doubles, the distance needed to stop the vehicle:

Increases by four (quadruples)

What are the effects of driving with strong emotions?

Increases risk taking

Which force tends to keep a vehicle moving straight ahead until acted upon by another force?

Inertia

Young people who drink and driver had a higher risk of being involved in fatal crashes compared to older drivers who drink and drive because young people are more

Inexperienced as drivers

What information do you need to exchange with the other driver(s) and any injured person if involved in a crash?

Insurance information Vehicle identification numbers Your names (ALL ARE CORRECT)

An important difference between expressways and freeways is that expressways feature intersection, whereas freeways use:

Interchanges

Sudden braking or swerving in traffic indicates that a driver:

Is not searching far enough ahead

The Final Response Zone:

Is the area 4 to 6 seconds in front

What is true about a driver's license?

It can be revoked or suspended

The reason for making visual checks to the left or right before changing lanes is that:

It covers areas are not visible in the mirrors

How should you signal that you are slowing to reduce the chance of being struck from behind?

Lightly tap your brake pedal a few times before actually applying the brakes

How does gravity affect braking distance when driving doqnhill?

It lengthens braking distance.

What do you need to know regarding the engine lubricating system?

It lubricates and cools

After just one drink, the driver under the influence of alcohol experiences a change in

Judgement and reasoning

What does searching for threatening objects or conditions in traffic depend on most?

Keeping your eyes moving

Which energy is the amount of energy needed to propel a vehicle?

Kinetic

Which of the following vehicles is especially prone to brake loss when traveling down a grade?

Large trucks

Which of the following statements is true regarding sharing the road with large trucks?

Large trucks have multiple mirror blind zones around them

Which stage in the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) is the most restricted stage?

Learner's permit

What is the hand position when using hand-over-hand steering?

Left hand between 9 and 10 and Right hand between 2 and 3 (COMBINE)

When turning to the right, the contact patched of the _____ increases in size.

Left side tires

The force of impact of moving objects are determined by three factors: weight of the vehicle, speed of the vehicle, and _____.

Length of time between initial crash and vehicle stopped.

When driving in a parking lot, drivers should use _____ acceleration.

Light

_____ acceleration is used to maintain slow forward motion or allow speed to increase gradually within minimum weight shift.

Light

All of the following are reasons to create even more space in front of your vehicle EXCEPT when

Line of sight and path of travel are clear

Oxidation, the burning of alcohol, takes place in the

Liver

"Ground viewing" helps to:

Locate markings or unusual road conditions

How can you regain traction during a rear tire skid?

Look and steer where you want to go, avoid braking

What is the first thing you should do when you run your right or left wheels off the roadway?

Look and steer where you want your vehicle to go

While doing your pre-check, what is the safest way to approach your vehicle?

Look for signs of movement, between, beneath, and around both sides of the vehicle, and stay alert to other pedestrians and drivers (COMBINE)

What should you do if a fire breaks out under the hood?

Make sure you and any passengers are out and well away from the vehicle

What factor(s) affect your BAC levels?

Male or female Size of the drink Weight (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Successfully navigating intersection involves:

Managing speed appropriately Adjusting position as necessary Identifying intersection well in advance of reaching them (ALL ARE CORRECT)

The three categories of distraction include visual, mental, and _____.

Manual

What is the difference between both signs? Lane-added sign is separated by a dotted line and Merge sign shows two lines forming an arrow.

Merge indicates that drivers should blend into one lane soon while lane-added means the lanes are separate but side-by-side

Temporary Work Zone often referred to as "construction" zones or areas, which can cause delays for drivers. To reduce risk, a driver should

Merge with caution, maintain extra space in front you and do not change lanes Minimize distractions and follow the direction of the flaggers Stay alert and obey the posted speed limit signs (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Hallucinogens are:

Mind-altering drugs that can distort the user's sense of reality

What is a product of mass and velocity which describes how much motion an object has?

Momentum

What do left-turn crash avoidance systems do?

Monitor oncoming traffic when the driver planes to turn left across traffic at low speeds

While driving on a two lane roadway, you encounter a fire truck coming toward you with its siren and emergency lights on. You should:

Move off the roadway and stop until the fire truck passes you

_____ can increase risk when driving in low light of nighttime conditions.

Narrower side vision Glare Impaired drivers (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What are some common driving aids?

Navigation and notification systems and adaptive headlights

What is an example of a stimulant?

Nicotine

_____ is an effective way to remain awake after becoming sleepy while driving.

None of the choices

A driver can legally driver after consuming marijuana:

None of the choices apply

Adaptive cruise control is designed to _____.

None of the choices apply

What is an effective way to remain awake when drowsy behind-the-wheel?

None of the choices apply

When driving with _____, the driver does NOT need to be as attentive to the driving enviromnt?

None of the choices apply

Hand-free devices are

Not risk free

What types of drivers are more likely to be distracted while driving?

Novice drivers

What is the FALSE statement when approaching a school bus?

Once the red lights stop, quickly over take the school bus

According to research, approximately how many drivers who crashed after falling asleep did not detect any signs of drowsiness before crashing?

One-half

More than _____ of Americans regularly take prescription medicine.

One-half

Which is true about alcohol consumption?

Only time can eliminate alcohol from the body

What color and shape are construction signs?

Orange with black lettering on diamond shapes

Which gear minimizes engine revolutions and increases fuel economy?

Overdrive

A(n) _____ skid occurs when you rear tires lose contract with the road surface.

Oversteer

Who is the most influential mentor for a novice driver?

Parents/guardians

What is remote parking?

Park the vehicle with the driver responsible for accelerating, braking, and gear position

What is double parking?

Parking in a travel lane next to a vehicle parked along a curb

In the Perceive, Decide, Act process, which is most important and why?

Perceive - need to see it to make a decision

_____ vision is the broadest type of vision that detects presence, color, and motion.

Peripheral

What techniques can you use to save fuel?

Prepare your vehicle Carefully plan your routes Search far ahead (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Which outcome is an expected benefit of the advanced driving assistance system (ADAS)?

Prevent/reduce the severity of crashes Shorter trips Save fuel/emit less pollution (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Hydroplaning is when a vehicle's tires rise up on a wedge of water. Drivers can prevent hydroplaning by controlling vehicle speed, monitor water depth on road, and maintain _____.

Proper tire inflation, width, and tread

A reasonable and proper speed for any set conditions is a speed that:

Provides a safe travel path

It is raining hard and your vision is so limited that you cannot see the edge of the roadway. There is no rest stop or parking lot in sight. What is the best course of action?

Pull over to the side of the road

If you believe that your brakes had failed, your first action should be to _____.

Pump the brake pedal

PLAN stands for what?

Purpose, limitations, allow time for testing, never rely on it

What is the first step to start the vehicle's engine?

Put foot on the brake pedal

If you encounter a suspected distracted driver, your first step should be to:

Put more space between you and that driver

What is the first step of using the Dutch Reach technique to protect bicyclists when exiting vehicles?

Reach across for the door latch with your right hand

What is the Dutch Reach method?

Reach across your body, turn your body and head outward It slows and limits the extent of initial door opening which can warn bicyclists When parked at the curb, drivers use the right hand to open the door (ALL ARE CORRECT)

When should you NOT do when you see the flashing lights of a police officer behind you?

Reach for any object, or into the glovebox, console, or other closed area or under your seat or down to the floorboard

Alcohol affects a drinker's behavior as soon as it

Reaches your brain

Before driving an unfamiliar vehicle on public roads, a driver should:

Read the vehicle's owner manual

When you are driving, what is the most difficult area around your vehicle to control safely?

Rear

Which area around the vehicle is the largest area you cannot see when sitting in the driver's seat?

Rear of the vehicle

What color and shape are regulatory signs?

Red/white, red/white/black, or black/white with various shapes

It is a very foggy day and you experience highly reduced visibility. What can you do to be seen?

Reduce your speed following the Basic Speed Law and turn on your low-beam headlights

Teens who use marijuana can experience:

Reduced physical performance

Describe the advantages of properly maintaining a vehicle.

Reduces costly repairs, increases fuel economy, keeps the vehicle safe and reliable

Prescription medicines and over-the-counter drugs can reduce your ability to driver safely by:

Reducing you level of alertness Reducing your ability to perform complex tasks Causing drowsiness (ALL ARE CORRECT)

The Implied Consent Laws penalize drivers for

Refusal of blood-alcohol concentration test

This is a picture of a vehicles (*Top right sticker, month/year*)

Registration

What category of signs tells drivers about specific laws that must be obeyed?

Regulatory signs

_____ laws are designed to help drivers identify who may proceed first when more than one vehicle approaches an intersection at approximately the same time.

Right-of-way

Which is a set of distractions outside a vehicle?

Road debris, animals, emergency vehicles

What is the feedback you feel through the steering wheel that can tell you if the road surface has changed or if your vehicle isn't operating properly?

Road feel

_____ occurs when a driver uses a vehicle or some other object to threaten or cause harm to another road user as a result of a traffic incident.

Road rage

What are the three components in the highway transportation system?

Roads, Vehicles, Drivers/road users

This is a picture of a vehicle's (*large date, 3 number/letter combo below*)

Safety Check

When you look far, near, and side to side, you are:

Searching

Detecting potentially threatening objects or conditions in traffic mostly depends on:

Searching far enough ahead

Stimulants effects on driving include:

Serious drowsiness, after initial effects wear off

Traffic-control devices communicate meaning using:

Shape Wording and images Color (ALL ARE CORRECT)

High altitude mountain driving requires extra awareness and techniques as the road can be steep and involved unique risk due to less oxygen that exists in the air. The driver can expect all of the following EXCEPT:

Shifting the vehicle's transmission to neutral to coast downhill

In a vehicle with advanced driving assistance technologies, a driver:

Should drive as if the vehicle was not equipped with the technologies

Your _____ can be used to help you know how far forward to pull into a parking space.

Side mirrors

A person with color blindness uses cues to drive safely, such as:

Sign shapes

What is TRUE about roundabouts?

Signal right when exiting a roundabout The direction of travel in a roundabout is counterclockwise A driver entering the roundabout should yield to those in the roundabout

What kind of information can you receive in a glance?

Signals light flashing Numbers and letter Symbols and shapes (ALL ARE CORRECT)

How much water is needed to carry a car away?

Two feet

The top of the head restraint should be adjusted to a point:

Slightly above your ears

What must you do at a flashing yellow light?

Slow down and proceed with caution

How can being distracted affect the core skills needed to driver safely?

Slowed perception Improper action Delayed decision-making (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What maximizes traction and minimizes weight shifts?

Smooth inputs of accelerating, braking, and steering.

Which is a set of in-car distractions?

Sneezing, high radio volume, smoking

Which line is used to mark the right edge of the road?

Solid white line

An adequate space margin is on that provides a driver with:

Space Visibility Time (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What allows a safe driver enough time for judgement errors and to provide for an escape path when necessary?

Space Margins around your vehicle

Which is a FALSE strategy when sharing the road with a large truck?

Speed up when a truck is passing you

What key behaviors are seen consistently in crashes determined to be the fault of a teen driver?

Speeding and driving too fast for road conditions. Failing to yield the right of way. Being distracted while driving or not paying enough attention. (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What should be adjusted prior to driving a vehicle?

Steering wheel/column Mirrors - sides and rear Seat and head restraints (ALL ARE CORRECT)

How can "highway hypnosis" be managed?

Stop every 100 or so miles Stop at about every 2 hours (BOTH)

A flashing red light at an intersection means that you must:

Stop, yield the right-of-way, and go when clear

What are some common signs of driving behavior that indicates a driver has been drinking alcohol?

Straddling lane lines Weaving Stopping for no apparent reason (ALL ARE CORRECT)

When reversing direction, you should consider:

Street layout and design Traffic density and speed Visibility and line of sight (ALL ARE CORRECT)

When planning a long trip, the driver should factor in breaks to maintain alertness while driving, therefore a driver should plan to

Take a periodic break every 100 miles or every two hours

What should you do to prevent distractions by eating, personal grooming, and setting audio preferences?

Take care of it before you start driving

People who are driving while affected by marijuana will:

Tend to concentrate on one thing at a time while driving

Who is responsible for ensuring that every occupant is wearing his/her safety belt?

The driver

_____ require(s) driving at speeds that are reasonable and prudent for conditions.

The Basic Speed Law

if two drivers on crossing paths arrive at a 4-way stop sign intersection at the same time, who should yield to who?

The driver on the left should yield to the driver on the right.

Which statement is true about Hawaii's Graduated Licensing Law provisional phase?

The Provisional License Phase requires a minor to pass a state-approved driver education course of a minimum of 38 classroom and 6 behind-the-wheel hours, present a notarized log of 50 supervised hours, posses the learner's permit for 180 days, and allows the minor to drive independently with only one passenger not in the household.

The 2nd principle of Right-of-Way law states:

The Right-of-Way is given by one driver to another

What is FALSE about curbside parking?

The SPAIN Reach technique should be used to exit a vehicle

Who owns your driver's license?

The State of Hawaii

What is the definition of risk?

The chance of injury, damage, or loss associated with a driving situation.

When considering Space and Time concepts while driving a vehicle, what is a Closing Probability?

The chance that a vehicle and another road user will move closer together as they move along their paths of travel

Combining one or more drugs can cause a synergistic effect on your body, meaning:

The combined effect is greater than the sum of the two effects separately

The responsibility for driving safely and remaining free of distractions rest with:

The driver

Which statement is true about Hawaii's full license for minors?

The full license may be obtained at a minimum of 17 years of age after the applicant has had the provisional for at least 180 days without pending violations that may result in suspension or revocation of license.

The greater the BAC,

The greater the risk of a fatal crash

With hand-to-hand steering:

The left hand works the left side of the wheel

How should you actually grip the steering wheel?

The outside of the rim using both sides.

The 1st principle of Right-of-Way laws states:

The purpose is to prevent conflicts

Which of the following will help a drinker sober up from the effects of alcohol?

Time

Hydroplaning occurs when:

The tires ride up on a film of water

Animals are especially dangerous when you see them near the roadway because:

Their size and quick movements

Within Visual Control Zone, a driver:

Time to safely and smoothly move or slow down

If you test and drive, you are _____ times more likely to veer off the road and crash.

Three

Many drivers tend to eat a meal or snack while being behind the wheel. This is never a good idea because the driver will be _____ times more likely to crash than other drivers who are not eating?

Three

What maneuver is only used in light traffic that involved blocking at least one travel lane?

Three point turnabout

Which level of braking is used in emergency situations and results in the vehicle's maximum braking capacity?

Threshold

Which level of acceleration is used to pass other vehicles in high-speed traffic?

Thrust

These systems alert the driver if one or more tires is under-inflated.

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

_____ should be considered when purchasing tires.

Tire quality Traction rating Tread life (ALL ARE CORRECT)

_____ are the most important part of any vehicle?

Tires

Roundabouts are considered:

Traffic calming devices

In Hawaii, the Graduated Licensing Law (Act 72) was enacted by the 2005 State Legislature for what primary purpose?

To provide novice drivers with a way to have supervised practice.

The purpose of traffic signs is:

To regulate, warn, and/or guide

Where do pedestrians and animals enter your path of travel when moving forward?

To the front and either side of vehicle

When braking hard, the weight of the vehicle noticeably shifts _____.

To the front of the vehicle

To effectively search the total traffic scene, drivers should monitor the area _____.

To the rear To the front To the sides (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Wind can have a significant effect on vehicles and driving conditions. Strong sidewind, or cross winds, is particularly problematic, as a vehicle can be pushed _____ when the wind swirls o blows across the road.

To the side

What are some reasons people use legal drugs?

To treat diabetes To lower blood pressure To treat infection (ALL ARE CORRECT)

When there is no curb how should you turn your front wheels in case the vehicle were to roll?

Toward the edge of the road

The adhesion or grip between the tires and road surface is called _____.

Traction

_____ braking is used to smoothly and gradually reduce bake pedal pressure at the end of a braking maneuver, helping avoid abrupt weight transfer when turning at an intersection or into a curve.

Trail

Driver of passenger vehicles are significant risk of serious injury and death when colliding with:

Trains

Depressants include:

Tranquilizers

Which of the following are maneuvers for reversing direction?

Traveling around the block Two-point turning and three-point turning U-turning (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Safe drivers increase their following distance when"

Traveling at higher speeds, inclement weather, or heavy traffic

Why is tread depth important?

Tread depth is critical for traction in wet, snowy, and muddy conditions

While driving, what are some warning signs of drowsiness?

Trouble remembering the past few miles driven Difficulty focusing Rubbing your eyes (ALL ARE CORRECT)

What is the first step when parallel parking?

Turn on signal to communicate intentions to vehicles behind

The most effective way to prevent becoming distracted by a cell phone while driving is:

Turn on your phone's Do Not Disturb mode

Why can't a driver solely rely on a backup camera and not turn around to look behind?

Turning to look directly into your path of travel gives the driver the largest view

What maneuver is used to turn your vehicle around, which involves backing or pulling forward into a driveway or a lightly traveled side street?

Two point turnabout

Drivers _____ are the group most likely to fall asleep while driving.

Under age 30

Explain the effects of low tire pressure on fuel economy and exhaust emissions.

Under-inflation be 20% decreases fuel economy

A(n) _____ skid occurs when your front tires lose contact with the road surface.

Understeer

While driving in strong wind conditions, the driver should NOT:

Use 10 and 2 hand positions and increase driving speed

When you are turning, you should:

Use extra caution and yield the right of way to other drivers

Work Zone Laws are made to protect all roadway users and workers. Which law is NOT required?

Use hazard lights when entering the work zone

Freeway speed change (weave) lanes are:

Used for both acceleration and deceleration

What do blind spot warning systems do?

Uses a camera and/or radar to determine when another vehicle is in the driver's traditional "blind spot"

Inhalants are:

Vapor-based drugs that are inhaled into the body

In order to operate a vehicle legally in Hawaii, the owner of the vehicle is required to obtain which of the following:

Vehicle title, registration, and safety check

By design, intersection are risky because:

Vehicles cross one another's paths of travel at various angles

What is it called when drivers become used to higher driving speeds and may not realize how fast they are traveling on a exit ramp?

Velocitation

What factors are considered in the Basic Speed Law?

Visibility Traction on road Volume and Speed of nearby traffic (ALL ARE CORRECT)

_____ referencing allows drivers to relate some part of your vehicle to some part of the roadway. It helps manage the space around your vehicle and precisely maneuver.

Visual

The distance ahead that you search as you drive is your:

Visual lead

These roadway markings (*Triangles on the side lines*)

Warn of an upcoming hazard

Lane departure warning systems are designed to _____.

Warn the driver when the vehicle drifts into the next lane.

What kind of conditions can lead to hydroplaning?

Wet conditions, excessive speed, under-inflated tires, or low tire tread

When would lane position 2 or closer to dividing line of traffic be most helpful?

When a vehicle, bicyclist, or emergency vehicle is on the right shoulder

When should you pass a vehicle?

When it is legal to do so, safe for you and other drivers and worth it

Cruise control should NOT be used:

When rainy and slick conditions

When you need to take evasive actions such as suddenly swerving to avoid an object or braking suddenly to avoid colliding with another vehicle ahead?

When speeding higher than posted speed limit When there is not enough following distance to vehicle ahead When not paying attention to road way conditions and other vehicles ahead (ALL ARE CORRECT)

Restricted or reserved lanes are marked with a:

White diamond

The 5th principle of Right-of-Way laws states:

Whoever has the "last clear chance" to avoid a collision is obligated to do so

What is a question to ask before changing lanes?

Will any vehicle near me attempt to move into that same lane? Is anyone rapidly approaching from behind? Is anyone already in the lane I want to move to? (ALL ARE CORRECT)

_____ is an example of road rage.

Yelling and/or threatening a roadway user.

Mountains are mostly rocks and chunks of rocks and other natural debris that can break loose at any time. Therefore, the driver should look for falling rock warning signs. What color is the falling rocks warning sign?

Yellow and black

Advanced-warning signs are:

Yellow and round

What are the key characteristics of risk?

You are at risk every minute you are on the road. New drivers tend to underestimate the risks involved in driving on any road. There are always actions you can take to reduce your risk. (ALL ARE CORRECT)

How can being tired behind-the-wheel affect your driving ability?

You may miss critical information, such as signs, signals and sounds

A solid yellow centerline on your side of the road means:

You may not pass

When it's raining, when you should you use cruise control?

You should not use cruise control in these conditions.

Who is ultimately responsible for presenting you from driving after consuming drugs that can affect your driving abilities?

You, the driver

When doing a vehicle pre-check, what is the greatest risk a driver should look for?

Young children playing in the back of vehicle.

The risk of crashing rises as the number of passengers under the ages of 21 increases due to the fact that:

Young passengers sometimes fool around and encourage the driver to do risky things

The most efficient way to merge two lanes of traffic into one lane is to use the _____ tecnique.

Zipper Merge

The _____ a tire's contact patch, the _____ traction the tire has on the road surface.

larger/more AND smaller/less (COMBINE)