LESSON 17: CAR CRASHES, IMMINENT COLLISIONS

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Construction makes a road more dangerous.

force of impact

Crumple zones are designed to reduce the _____________ experienced by the driver.

left

Do not steer _______ in an emergency, because it may lead you into oncoming traffic.

3

Drivers should maintain a ______ second following distance.

true

Every second counts when there's an emergency.

trunk

If a broadside collision is imminent, try to turn the vehicle so that the impact is closer to the _______.

side impact

If you can, you should always aim for this type of impact because it typically results in less serious injuries.

writing down or taking a picture of your license plate number

If you don't exchange information, how can the other driver find you to make a big legal deal later?

Remain at the scene, call the police, and move your car out of the road if you can do so.

If you get into a car crash, what should you do?

Try increasing the space between you and the vehicle ahead of you, or try changing lanes to the right.

If you're being tailgated, what should you try to do if possible?

It could be the difference between someone living and someone dying.

If you're not paying attention to an approaching emergency vehicle and you don't get out of their way as quickly as possible, what can happen?

accident, crash or collision

Most people refer to a car _______ when it was really a _________.

false

Passenger compartments in modern cars are designed to change shape in a collision.

staying alert and alerting others

The best defensive driving techniques are what?

the passenger compartment

The interior of your car is called what?

1/2

What are the odds of dying from a car crash with no seat belt?

1/133,000

What are the odds of dying while skydiving?

The drivers agree to let it go and part ways without exchanging information.

What does it mean to compromise at a fender bender incident?

a light bump, usually in a parking lot, that creates little to no damage to the vehicles

What is a fender-bender?

one car brushing against the side of another car

What is a sideswipe collision?

Take a deep breath and close your eyes for a moment before doing anything.

What is something that can help you collect your thoughts and emotions if you are involved in a crash?

your license

What is something you do NOT have to take pictures of at the scene of a crash?

Stay calm, without yelling or arguing.

What is the first thing to do if you get into a collision?

Call your insurance company.

What is the last thing you do when you get into a crash?

documents that police officers give you

What is the only document you may sign at the scene of a crash?

Move any vehicles that are blocking traffic and are able to be moved (not totaled).

What is the rule for moving vehicles off the road after a crash?

avoiding going out in bad weather

What might be a good plan for avoiding collisions?

"Are you ok?" or "Can I help?"

What should you say to the other driver and passengers?

Collisions are when two cars hit each other, and crashes are when a car hits a stationary object.

What's the difference between a collision and a crash?

never

When can you speak online about a crash you're involved in?

You want to make sure everything is legible.

When exchanging information with the other driver, why should you take pictures of their license, personal, and insurance information instead of writing it down (if possible)?

It makes the legal side of things much more complicated later on.

Whether it was your fault or you're just sorry it happened, why shouldn't you apologize to the other driver at the scene of a crash?

when you slow down and stare at a crash on the side of the road, backing up traffic

Which of the following best describes the term 'rubbernecking'?

a tall SUV

Which vehicle is more prone to rollovers?

neck

Whiplash is a ____ injury you can get from rear-end collisions.

Answering these questions may get help to you much sooner.

Why do you need to answer 911 operators questions to the best of your abilities?

They aren't paying attention.

Why don't drivers usually move over quick enough for emergency vehicles?

You never know if the other driver might report you for hitting and running.

Why should you always collect the other driver's information in a fender-bender?

This is not your job, and it can complicate things later.

Why shouldn't you discuss fault at the scene of a crash?

You may not.

You may leave the scene of a crash if...

true

You must follow any instructions given by emergency responders in the event of collision.

false

You need to report fender-benders.

an escape route

You should always have what while driving?

that other drivers will always follow the rules

You should never assume ____ .

...there is an immediate danger of another collision or if there is a fire

You should only move an injured person if...

Rear-end

________ collisions often occur when drivers tailgate, leaving too little following distance.

rollover

________ collisions often occur when drivers turn too quickly.

Seat belts, airbags

_________ and ________ work together to keep you safe in a collision.

Head-on

__________ collisions are usually the worst type because of the impact force involved.