drivers ed module 5 & 6

execute

- 2nd e in see it - adjust speed and/or position as needed

roundabouts

- a circular intersection controlled by yield signs - entries and exits into and out of the circle can be at multiple locations - by yielding at the entry, rather than stopping and waiting for a green light or stopping at a stop sign, significantly reduces delay

evaluate

- first e in see it - make a decision about safe speed and lane positions

in

- i in see it

police and traffic stops

- move to the right side of the road - turn off engine and turn on flashers - when instructed locate, license, registration, and insurance - remain inside the vehicle

characteristics of express ways

- multiple lanes going the same direction - limited access - higher speeds (up to 70 mph) - high speed - controlled access - divided by barrier - only for motorized vehicles - designed to carry a lot of traffic quickly and efficiently

apex

- part of the curb - accelerate out of the apex

exit

- part of the curb - always reduce speed prior to entering the curve and slow prior to the apex

entrance

- parts of the curve - gradually accelerate to lane position 1

right turn risks

- right if way rules not followed - failure to signal - failure to search intersections - failure to stop on red before turning right - turning too wide and crossing into adjacent lane

search

- s in see it - advisory speed signs, oncoming traffic, and road conditions

time

- t in see it

3; search; identify; good

One in every ___ fatal crashes occur at intersections because: a. drivers fail to ________ and identify a safe path of travel when approaching an intersection b. drivers dont _______ or understand the risks c. drivers fail to develop ________ driving habits to effectively manage the risks

more

acceleration and brakin take _____ time

in the rear view mirror

after passing a large truck and before turning to the lane in front of the truck you must signal your intention and you must also see the entire front of the truck and it's wheels ________

stop

at controlled intersections the intersection flow is regulated by _________ signs, yield signs, or traffic signals

weave lane

both an entrance and an exit for an expressway

east to west

even numbers go

Wolf packs

groups of drivers traveling together at higher speeds

1 mile

how long does it take a train traveling 55 mph to stop

150

in shared left lanes you cannot travel more than _______ ft

right side

largest and most dangerous of the trucks blind spots are found

35

mopeds and scooters can't be driven on roadways with speed limits faster than ____ mph

50

more than _____ percent of pedestrian motorist crashes occur at intersections

north to south

odd numbers go

passing on multi lane roads

one of the most dangerous maneuvers a driver can attempt

given

right or way is not a right or privilege - it must be ________

center lanes

safest when traveling straight through

false

t or f. high winds do not cause trucks any driving problems

sloshing

tanker trucks that carry liquid loads are often dangerous. When the liquid inside the tank shifts from side to side causing the center of gravity change in the tank it is this a situation known as

20 feet

the front blind spot or no zone extends up to _________ infrint of the trick

reaction time

time to move your foot to the brake

braking time

time to push down on the brake until the car comes to a complete stop

perception time

time to see and evaluate the situation

3 second rule

use the _____________ to keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the bus

left lane

used to turn left - yield to oncoming traffic

right lane

used when turning right

surging

when a tanker truck stops suddenly the liquid inside the tank rolls from front to back and back to front this is called

dusk to dawn

when animals are most active

mirrors

when approaching an intersection you should check your _______

maintain

when being passed you should _________ your speed

space

when following a motorcycle allow for more __________

horn; rev

when passing a horse drawn carriage do not use the _____ and do not ____ the engine it could scare the horse and cause a crash

direction

when the roadway is divided by physical barriers such as a median, ditch, or guardrail only traffic traveling in the ____________ of the school bus must stop in the school bus has its warning devices on or is loading or unloading passengers

all traffic must stop

when the roadway is not divided by physical barriers such as a median, ditch, or guard rail _______________ when the school bus has its warning device on or is loading or unloading passengers

just over 100 yards

while it takes a car going 55 mph about 265 feet to stop the distance it would take a fully loaded tractor-trailer truck to come to a stop when going about 55 mph is

driver can't see you and you don't have time to react

why is it dangerous to draft a truck

you're crossing multiple lanes and you're in the intersection longer

why left turn is more dangerous than a right turn

dot approved helmet

you must wear a ____________________ when operating a moped