Drivers Ed study guide #2

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according to Michigan law operating while intoxicated means the driver has a blood alcohol content of

.08 or more

what is the minimum scanning range

12 to 15 seconds

the speed limit in any mobile home park is

15 Mph whether it's posted or not

you must be at least ____ feet away from a school bus with it's red lights flashing when they're picking or dropping off kids

20

what is the ideal scanning range

20 to 30 seconds

driving on the expressway requires drivers to scan at least

20 to 30 seconds ahead

what lanes willll commercial vehicles such as tractor trailers use the complete turns

adjacent Lanes *this is necessary because of the length of the trucks

what should you do after adjusting your seat in a vehicle to drive

adjust your mirrors

what should you do when driving past Park vehicles on your right

always allow enough room to pass by the park vehicle safely drivers have to estimate the distance *Remember if someone opens the car door as you pass by and you hit it you are responsible

what should you always do when the light changes from red to Green

always check cross-traffic *Look left FIRST because that's the first lane you cross

what should you always do after you turn from one street to another

always check your rearview mirror

what should you do when you're driving on a downgrade of a hill

always control your speed and check speed often

what should you do if you encounter a vehicle going the wrong direction on a one-way Street?

always reduce speed, move to the right, warn the driver by hitting the horn or flashing high beam headlights. If necessary drive off the roadway to the right

what should you do when you are attempting to use the brakes to stop when conditions are icy

always use light in study pressure

what should you do at a roundabout

always yield to traffic that is already inside of a roundabout

detecting potentially threatening objects or conditions and traffic mostly depends on us using

an organized aggressive visual search

most important decision while driving will involve how to manage

available time and space to minimize risk

you notice a tractor-trailer is prepared to turn right in front of you what should you do

avoid the open space to the right of the truck because trucks make wide turns

when choosing a ramp tent with it expressway watch for

do not enter and wrong way signs of the beginning of the ramp to ensure you're not going the wrong way

law enforcement officer has stopped a motorist on the roadway the emergency lights on a police car are flashing you should

mu at least one lane away as you pass a emergency vehicle

a yellow pennant shaped sign means

no passing

can you use emergency crossovers on the expressways

no you may not use emergency crossovers on expressways these are reserved for authorized emergency vehicles only

yellow line separate traffic going in

opposite directions

what should you do when preparing to make a three-point turnabout

pull as far to the right side of the road as you can

what should you do in the event of extremely heavy rain while driving?

pull off the road to a safe location until the rain stops

you should only use a cell phone when you're

pulled over off the roadway in your vehicle is stopped

if you double your speed you

quadruple energy in a crash

key intersections that are not controlled by any form of traffic control device require drivers to

quickly scan the scene and determine right of way *traffic rules State drivers on the through Lane have right of way

you are driving and you experience sudden brake failure you should

rapidly pump the brakes

you're driving behind a very large slow-moving vehicle on a rural road you should always leave enough space so

the vehicle have you does not block your view of potential hazards

what happens in a rear wheel skid

the vehicle move sideways without any additional steering input

a traffic light has been green for some time and is considered stale which means

this is likely to change soon

what is the most basic principle of controlling the consequences of the crash

to avoid head-on car crashes *Always try to avoid head-on crashes

what is the purpose of a regulatory sign

to control the movement of traffic

it can be hard to see or be seen by other vehicles when driving in the rain or snow a good way to be seen by other drivers is to

turn on your headlights even during the daytime

what should you do when parked facing uphill

turn your front wheel away from the curb

what is the safest method for steering clearly behind you while backing up?

turn your head and look behind you

in order to avoid conflicts and traffic you should

use the center lane on the expressway

you driving down the expressway notice your exit ramp is completely blocked by traffic what is your best option

use the next available exit room further down the expressway

speed limit guidelines stipulate the speed limit in subdivisions will always be:

25 Mph

when considering your following distance always maintain a minimum of

3-4 seconds *This should be safer conditions that are dry and speeds less than 45 Mph

what is the default speed for construction zones in Michigan

45 mph unless posted otherwise

the safest hand position when driving a vehicle that is equipped with steering wheel airbag is

9 & 3 or 8 & 4

while driving on a highway or expressway you should search for hazards further and then advance then you would for a

City environment

what should you do if you're driving on a clear night in an area with very few traffic lights

use your high beam headlights when legal it keep your interior lights off *it is illegal to drive within 500 feet of another vehicle with your high beams on

guide signs provide information such as roadway names and locations of service, what color are they usually?

usually blue

entering an expressway from the left presents a higher risk to drivers because

vehicles driving in the left lane are typically traveling at higher speeds

if you choose to leave the road to avoid hazards for an emergency in front of you what should you keep in mind

we may be unable to re-enter the road because of shoulder conditions

crumple zones are engineered to spread the force of a crash over a

what area of the vehicle

what is an indication of hydroplaning

whem you notice water splashing from a proceeding vehicles tires

would making a lane change what should you do to check your blind spot?

when you make a left lane change look over your left shoulder, when make a right lane change, look over your right shoulder *Mirrors do NOT eliminate blind spots

you're passing a vehicle on a two-lane road whenis it safe to move back into your lane after you pass the vehicle

when you see the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror

what are wear bars?

where bars are placed between the tire treads, wear bars indicate when the tires are no longer safe and need to be replaced

drivers entering any traffic lane must

yield to traffic already in that lane

what should you do if it helps prevent crashes

yield your legal right-of-way

what is a good rule to remember if you find yourself suddenly in an emergency situation

you can always turn him as an obstacle more quickly than you can stop

can you pass a vehicle on the right?

you may not pass another vehicle on the right, if you cross a solid white fog line or drive off the paved portion of the roadway it is illegal*it is not legal to pass another vehicle on the shoulder of the road

you're driving there are oncoming vehicles on your left there's a row of parked vehicles on your right what should you do

you should steer closer to the parked vehicles in the oncoming vehicles

what should you do when you're driving down the street and notice a person crossing the street is using a white cane or using a guide dog

you should stop at a yield the right-of-way to The pedestrian

you braking for an emergency ahead your vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brake also known as ABS what should you do

you should stop on the pedal and stay on the break

you are stopped at a red traffic signal your traffic light turns green however there is so they called the intersection what do you do

you should wait until the vehicle clear the intersection before proceeding

when seated properly the top of the steering wheel should be no higher than the top of

your shoulders

if you left front tire blows out what will happen

your vehicle will pull sharply to the left

the area you can see around you is called your

field of vision

you are following a vehicle that blocks your view of the road ahead what should you do

follow the vehicle at a greater distance than usual *remember you minimum scanning range always applies

the implied consent law states that when you accept your driver's license you

have given your consent to be tested for drugs or alcohol

using the defroster or air conditioner can help keep the inside of your vehicle's windows clear during

high humidity or rainy conditions

what is the most difficult loss of traction to identify as a driver

hydroplaning

a traffic signal changes to yellow as you approach an intersection most cases you should make every reasonable effort to stop your vehicle, what if you enter an intersection on a yellow light?

if you enter an intersection of the yellow light you must clear the intersection before the light turns red! *if you don't you have violated the traffic control law that governs traffic lights

you're passing a vehicle on a two-lane road in your engine malfunctions your speed suddenly decreases what should you do

immediately return to your lane

the safest position for any child in a vehicle is

in the backseat

what should you do if you must attend to a distraction while driving

increase your following distance

we were following a motorcycle what should you do?

increase your following distance to maintain safety *motorcycles are very hard to see especially at night

what should you do if the expressway is wet or slippery

increase your minimum following distance on the expressway to minimum of 4 seconds *if conditions get worse add more space

what does managing space wisely in city traffic allow

it allows you to see other traffic and allows other traffic to see you

a 3-second following distance permits a driver to break out of a problem at speeds of

less than 45 Mph

when you yield the right-of-way to other drivers you are

letting them go before you

when you encounter an oncoming vehicle with its high-beam headlights on what should you do?

look to the right side of the road to avoid being blinded

the word searching is a word that describes that the driver is

looking for it near and side to side

when your vehicle skids you

lose control of its direction and speed

if your airbag is malfunctioning, a warning light will appear on the instrument panel. can they be reset?

NO! there is no such thing as an airbag reset button

if you're driving a long distance and you become drowsywhat should you do

You should be well rested and take shorty breaks from driving

what is the definition of inertia

a body at rest will tend to remain at rest until acted upon by another Force

flashing yellow lights are used as

a caution *it is not always required to stop at an intersection with a flashing yellow light

If a driver is an trailer away from a parking lot driveway or an island with a most come to

a complete stop before entering the roadway even if the road be there in touring is clear of traffic *most drive ways do not have a stop sign so this rule always applies

is an acceleration Lane is short for example you're entering an expressway you will need

a longer gap in traffic to enter the roadway

under normal driving conditions your following distance when traveling 65 Mph on the expressway should be

a minimum of 4 seconds

what is the purpose of a rumble strip

a rumble strip is placed across the roadway to alert drivers when they are approaching a hazard

what is line of sight

a term used to describe the imaginary line that extends from a driver's eyes won't focus

When approaching an uncontrolled intersection you should treat the intersection as though there was

a yield sign present

you are about to be struck by another vehicle from behind what should you do

be ready to apply the brakes so as not to be pushed into another vehicle

to avoid a collision with a vehicle that appears from the side you should

brake or accelerate to avoid the crash

you are driving in the right lane of a two-lane; two-way road when you see a vehicle in your lane is stopped, your vehicle is not equipped with A.B.S, what should you do?

brake softly and clear the lane, steering to an open space

are approaching an expressway entrance ramp on the right what can you do to make it easier for vehicles entering the expressway

by making a lane change to the left, this will allow the entering vehicle to make a smooth lane change onto the expressway

A pre drive safety check should include

checking tires, lights and controls

by law a child less than 4 years old May legally be positioned in a child restraint system in the front seat only if the front passenger airbag is turned off and

children occupying the rear seating positions are younger than 4 years of age

crumple zones in side impact panels protect occupants by allowing structures to

collapse at different rates reducing the risk of intrusion into the passenger compartment

What does electronic stability program (ESP) do

compares where the driver steering with where the vehicle is actually going

the best way to from getting involved in an emergency driving situation is to

constantly search for hazards

hitting an approaching vehicle rather than a stationary object is not a principle of

controlling the consequences of a vehicle crash

hand over hand steering involves pulling the steering wheel down with one hand while your other hand

crosses over the top of the steering wheel

what should you not use on slippery surfaces

cruise control

always maintain your speed until you reach the

deceleration Lane when exiting expressways *once you have made the lame change for the expressway onto the exit ramp ease off the accelerator and brake as needed

changing lanes and passing vehicles are similar tasks because of you of the driver is

easily blocked

eagle safety technology known as ESC stands for

electronic stability control/program

first husband of speed and distance is an effect of

fatigue

what affects your ability to perceive and respond to hazards

fatigue

inertia is a primary reason that

safety belts are important to the driver and a crash

the ability to handle dangerous traffic situations depends mostly on

searching for hazards well in advance

always drive at a speed that allows you to

see within the range of your headlights *remember the basic speed law requires drivers to drive at a safe speed adjusting to current conditions

you're driving down the road and another vehicle passes by you on the left hand side and cuts you off as a matter of safety you should

slow down and check the right shoulder looking for an emergency escape area

you want to pass a bicyclist on a nail traffic lane with an oncoming vehicles approaching what should you do

slow down and let the vehicle pass them pass the bicyclist

generally speaking you are always required to turn from the closest available Lane when turning right or left when are turns permitted from other lanes

sometimes turns are permitted from other lanes look for a pavement marking in sign that permanent right and left hand turns be made from a land other than the closest late available

when turning at an intersection from a stop says of the Gap you need to complete the turn depends on

speed of the Cross traffic

if you must leave the roadway at a high speed and no open spaces available you should

steer for something soft

the instant You observe a conflict ahead you should

steer towards an escape path

if other drivers are not making room for your merge onto the expressway with heavy traffic it may be necessary to

stop and wait for a gap large enough to enter the expressway

When approaching a railroad crossing that has Gates lowered with lights flashing and bells ringing what should you do

stop and wait until the gates have risen before proceeding ahead

go to school bus with its red lights flashing is stopped on your side of the road you must

stop until the lights stop flashing

the most common reason for loss of traction while driving in snow is

sudden or quick maneuvers or reactions

you certainly encounter a strong when when driving on the highway what should you keep in mind

that the wind can move your vehicle sideways into another Lane

if your vehicle is skidding sideways you should always turn the steering wheel so that

the front tires are pointed in the direction you want to go

you need to identify hazards farther ahead when driving faster because you reach

the hazard more quickly

white line separate traffic going in

the same direction

will a vehicle hits a solid object like a tree the most important factor in determining how hard the crash will be depends on

the speed of the vehicle

you're driving 55 mph on a two-lane highway, with one lane in each direction you want to pass a vehicle ahead of you how would you safely do this?

to do this safely you must have a large enough Gap in the oncoming traffic to complete the pass and return to your lane without interfering with oncoming traffic

what is the primary function of a seatbelt

to keep passengers on their seat

what is a driver responsible for

to know the effects of medications they are taking your medications will affect them while driving

the main value of making a head check to the left or right before making a lane change is

to visually check the area that is not visible in your rearview mirrors

when preparing to make a right turn besides using a turn signal is required you should

tough break, to warn drivers behind you

it is not legal to drive through a parking lot to avoid

traffic control devices (for example driving through parking lot to avoid an intersection with a traffic light)

when entering a roundabout you should ensure that you are in the correct Lane before you enter because

traffic moves counterclockwise at a roundabout

what do broken White lines separate

traffic moving in the same direction

if a traffic signal is not working what should you do

treat the intersection as an uncontrolled intersection


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