Drivers Ed Test 2
What is the lowest BAC you should drive with?
0.00
How long does it take the body to eliminate the alcohol contained in one drink?
1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours
According to research, approximately how many drivers who crashed after falling asleep did not detect any signs of drowsiness before crashing?
1/2
Most states' laws require a driver to signal at least ______ feet ahead before turning in an urban area.
100 feet
Drivers who text are how many more times likely to get into a crash than those who don't text and drive?
8 times
How many hours of sleep do people ages 12-18 need each day?
9 to 9 1/2 hours
What is aggressive driving and how is it different than road rage?
Aggressive driving endangers all road users while road rage is directed towards one particular road user
In a crash involving a car and a motorcycle, who is at fault and why?
Car because the motorcycle is a more vulnerable road user and more at risk
What should you NOT do when you see the flashing lights of a police officer behind you?
Do not keep driving or speed up & do not reach down, below, or around inside the car
What should you do with your phone while driving?
Put it on DO NOT DISTURB
What is the first thing you should do if you suspect there is a distracted driver on the road?
Put more distance between you and that driver for your safety and to avoid a collision
What is the MOST important step in safely changing lanes?
To look and make sure that the space in which you intend to move into is open and available for your vehicle
How can being distracted affect the core skills needed to drive safely?
affect your perception (vision), decisions (mental) and actions (manual)
What is your circadian rhythm and why is it important to understand it?
circadian rhythm is your body's natural biological 24 hour clock; when you want to go to sleep between 12 am and 6 am and 2 pm and 4 pm
What does DRE stand for?
drug recognition expert
Compared to following a passenger sedan, how far back should you follow a motorcycle?
further back/more space
How soon after you start drinking do the effects of alcohol begin?
immediately after
How much distance should you maintain between you and a large truck on the highway, as compared to you and another sedan?
more space
Can you drive after consuming marijuana in edibles or if you have a medical marijuana license?
no
What does PDA stand for?
perceive, decide, act
What are the effects of marijuana on a driver?
slow reaction time, impaired short term memory, affects are drivers ability to maintain lane position and process information
What are the possible signs of aggressive driving?
tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic, speeding, leaning o the horn, racing off when light turns green
What is the only thing that will help a drinker sober up from the effects of alcohol?
time
Which group of drivers is more likely to fall asleep at the wheel, drivers over 65 or drivers under 30?
under 30
What are the three categories of distraction?
visual, manual (physical), cognitive (mental)
