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how does drunk driving rank as a highway safety problem

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The risk of driving impairment begins to rise noticeably at a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of__________ and increases rapidly thereafter. .08 percent 1.0 percent .07 percent .05 percent

.05%

In this state, what BAC (blood alcohol content) is evidence of intoxication 0.05% 0.03% 0.10% 0.08%

0.08%

When should you signal that you are exiting an expressway?

100 ft

As per New York state law, drivers must stop _________for a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing, even if it is on the opposite side of a divided highway. at least 20 feet away at least 10 feet away at least 5 feet away at least 15 feet away

20

What is the permitted speed limit for vehicles in roundabouts? 50 mph or less 40 mph or less 70 mph or less 30 mph or less

30 mph or less

Driving within the range of your headlights means you should be able to stop your vehicle with about how many feet?

350

Your headlights must be on low-beam at night when you are within _________ of an approaching vehicle. 400 feet 500 feet 200 feet 300 feet

500

On a New York State highway where there is no posted speed limit, the fastest you may legally drive is 50 55 60 65

55

What extra equipment must a bicycle have when used at night?

A head light visible from 500 ft. & a tail light visible from 300 ft.

WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING SLOWLY IN THE FREEWAY FAST LANE, BLOCKING TRAFFIC WHICH WISHES TO PASS, YOU SHOULD: Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so Only change lanes when there are five or more vehicles behind you Not change lanes when you are driving the speed limit Turn your emergency lights on to signal other vehicles that they need to use another lane

Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so

WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF A "SPACE CUSHION" AROUND YOUR VEHICLE? There is none. Other drivers just crowd in front of you You don't need a space cushion if you are driving in a city If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react It makes driving easier for drivers around you

If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react

When you drive at night you can reduce the problem of glare from the headlights of an approaching car by Looking to the lower right side of your lane. Having the inside lights on to make the amount of light equal. Looking at the spot on the lower edge of the steering wheel. Wearing glasses with lightly tinted lenses.

Looking to the lower right side of your lane.

In a parking space reserved for people with disabilities, a non-disabled driver May park in an emergency. May not park, but stop in an emergency. May not park or stop, but may stand in an emergency. May neither park, stop nor stand.

May neither park, stop nor stand.

WHEN YOU ENTER TRAFFIC FROM A STOP (EX: PULLING AWAY FROM THE CURB), YOU: Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 feet Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic Should wait for the first vehicle to pass, then pull into the lane Should expect other drivers to make room for you to enter traffic

Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic

You are driving in the middle lane on a three lane expressway. A car begins to pass you on the right. The actions of that driver are Wrong because "pass to the left" is a firm rule. Wrong because he's passing you in your "blind spot". OK as long as he does it on a limited access highway. OK if no signs forbid passing on the right.

OK if no signs forbid passing on the right.

What vehicles must stop at all railroad crossings Pick up trucks. School buses and passenger buses carrying passengers. Motorcycles. Vehicles towing a trailer.

School buses and passenger buses carrying passengers.

What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals (such as lights or crossing gates) Always bring the car to a complete stop. Slow down and be prepared to stop. Do nothing; all railroad crossings have signals. Increase speed to get across the tracks quickly.

Slow down and be prepared to stop.

Your car starts to skid on a slippery road. You should Brake quickly and keep the wheel straight. Lock your brakes until you come to a full stop. Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. Steer toward the side of the road to get off the wet pavement.

Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go.

Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content) The "breathalyzer" is a test of a person's BAC. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction. BAC levels are reduced by a person's physical fitness. After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your BAC.

The "breathalyzer" is a test of a person's BAC.

After passing a large vehicle, what should you be sure of before returning to the lane in which the large vehicle is traveling?

The driver in the vehicle sees u and u have ur indicator on.

If your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, you should first Try to pump it to build up the pressure. Shift into neutral and shut the engine off. Try to raise it by hooking your toe under it. Apply the parking brake hard to stop the car.

Try to pump it to build up the pressure.

You want to turn left at an intersection. The light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. You should Use the next intersection. Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear. Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear. Take the right-of-way since you have the light.

Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear.

YOU ARE AT A RED TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THE TRAFFIC LIGHT TURNS GREEN, BUT THERE ARE STILL OTHER VEHICLES IN THE INTERSECTION. YOU SHOULD: Wait until the vehicles clear the intersection before entering Move ahead only if you can go around the other vehicles safely Enter the intersection and wait for traffic to clear Honk your horn to warn other drivers of your presence and then enter the intersection

Wait until the vehicles clear the intersection before entering

What does it mean when a school bus is stopped and its red lights are flashing You may pass if no children are on the road. You may not pass while the red lights are flashing. You may pass if you are facing the front of the bus. You may pass if it is on the other side of a divided highway.

You may not pass while the red lights are flashing.

A "no parking" sign at a certain location means You may never stop your vehicle there. You may stop temporarily to load or unload passengers. You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle. You may leave your vehicle unattended for less than 5 minutes.

You may stop temporarily to load or unload passengers.

A "no standing" sign at a certain location means You may never stop your vehicle there. You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle. You may stop temporarily to pickup or discharge passengers. You may stop to load or unload merchandise.

You may stop temporarily to pickup or discharge passengers

Question #10 A "NO STANDING SIGN" AT A CERTAIN LOCATION MEANS You may never stop your vehicle there. You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle. You may stop temporarily to pickup or discharge passengers. You may stop to load or unload merchandise.

You may stop temporarily to pickup or discharge passengers.

Which of the following methods is used to turn around on a narrow, two-way street? a three-point turn method a four-point turn method a two-point turn method a single-point turn method

a 3 pt turn

This arrow-marked sign warns that two-way traffic starts at the sign a divided highway ends at the sign one-way traffic starts at the sign a divided highway begins at the sign

a divided highway begins at the sign

What does this figure mean? A roundabout traffic sign A service sign on an interstate highway A flagger ahead A crew at work

a flagger ahead

What are expressway entrance ramps used for?

accelerate up to expressway speed

THE "THREE-SECOND RULE" APPLIES TO THE SPACE _________ OF YOUR VEHICLE. to the sides ahead in back all around

ahead

Which of these drugs could affect your ability to drive: marijuana, a cold remedy, a tranquilizer?

all

IF YOU EXPERIENCE BRAKE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING, YOU SHOULD: Downshift and look for an area to slow down and stop Pump brake pedal quickly, if useless, pump released parking brake Stop off the road if possible, and call for help All of the above

all of the above

Which of these contains more alcohol than the other three: 1½ ounces (30 ml) of 80 proof liquor, five ounces (120 ml) wine, 12 ounces (360 ml) of beer, 12 ounces (360 ml) of wine-cooler?

all same

When attempting to stop on a slippery road, the best action to take is to Apply the brakes quickly and firmly. Apply the brakes in slow, steady strokes. Shift to a lower gear, do not use the brakes. Shift into neutral, do not use the brakes.

apply the brakes in slow, steady strokes

WHEN PARKING YOUR VEHICLE FACING UPHILL WITH A CURB, YOU SHOULD POINT YOUR FRONT WHEELS: Into the curb Away from the curb Either into or away from the curb Straight ahead

away from the curb Point your front wheels away from the curb when parking your vehicle facing uphill. Don't forget to set the parking brake and place automatic gear shift in park. Shift manual gears to first. If these precautions fail and the vehicle starts rolling, the front wheels will hit the curb and stop the car.

An intersection has a stop sign, crosswalk, but no stop line. You must stop Before the crosswalk. 50 feet before the intersection. Where you think the stop line would be. With your front wheels in the crosswalk.

before the crosswalk

GENERALLY SPEAKING, YOU ARE IN A LARGE TRUCK'S BLIND SPOT IF YOU: Drive close to the large truck's left front wheel Cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirrors Follow no closer than ten feet behind the large truck All of the above

cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirrors

How should you use your brake pedal on a slippery road?

carefully and gentally squeeze in slow steady strokes

If you take a non-prescription drug, what must you do before you drive?

check label or ask doctor if not sure

You have just left an expressway and are starting to drive on an ordinary highway. You should Check your tires for correct pressure. Check your speedometer to keep at the lower speed limit. Stay twice as far behind other cars. Change gradually to the lower speed limit.

check your speedometer to keep at the lower speed limit

When driving at night, it is most important for you to Use your high beams at all times. Drive within the range of your headlights. Be ready to brake more quickly. Watch for cars at intersections.

drive within the range of your headlights

When your right wheels run onto a soft shoulder what is the best way to get back on the highway Apply the brakes firmly and steer gently to the left. Ease your foot off the gas and brake gently. Steer hard to the left and then gently to the right. Apply the brakes firmly and stop completely.

ease your foot off the gas and brake gently

TURN YOUR FRONT WHEELS TOWARD THE CURB WHEN YOU ARE PARKED: Facing uphill On a level road Facing downhill Next to a fire hydrant

facing downhill

IF YOU SEE RED REFLECTORS FACING YOU IN THE PAVEMENT EDGE LINE, THIS MEANS YOU ARE: Approaching a busy intersection Approaching a stop sign Facing traffic the wrong way In a no-passing zone

facing traffic the wrong way If you see red reflectors facing you on the lane lines, you are on the wrong side of the road. Get into the proper lane immediately! Red reflectors always mean you are facing traffic the wrong way and could have a head-on collision.

What should you do if headlight on approaching vehicles make it hard for you to see?

flash your light beams at him, use road edge as guide until he passes

What should you do if you one of your tires blows out?

hold steering wheel firmly, ease off gas, get car under control, get off road

If your tire goes flat while driving, you must hold the steering wheel firmly press on the accelerator press the brakes hard put your foot on the gas pedal

hold the steering wheel firmly

If a tire blows out, the proper thing to do is Speed up to gain traction and then pull to the right. Hold the steering wheel firmly, and ease up on the gas. Apply the brakes, then shift into neutral. Shift into neutral, then apply the brakes.

hold the steering wheel firmly and ease up on the gas

On what three conditions does your blood alcohol content (BAC) depend?

how much, time, weight

In heavy rain, a vehicle's tires may begin to ride on the water lying on top of the road pavement when traveling at high speeds. This is known as tailgating waterplaning weaving hydroplaning

hydroplaning

YOU MAY CROSS A SINGLE SOLID WHITE LINE IN THE HIGHWAY Whenever you want to If traffic conditions require Only to turn into a driveway Only to make a u-turn

if traffic conditions require

You may cross a single solid white line in the highway Whenever you want to. If traffic conditions require. Only to turn into a driveway. Only to make a u-turn

if traffic conditions require

When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line on your side you may pass Only in an emergency. If you are on an expressway. If traffic is clear. Only at an intersection.

if traffic is clear

WHERE SHOULD YOU START MAKING A U-TURN WHEN DRIVING ON A DIVIDED STREET WITH MULTIPLE LANES IN YOUR DIRECTION? On the shoulder In the left lane In the median Any of the above

in the left lane

You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. When you have completed the turn your car should be In the right lane of the street. In the center of the street. In the left lane of the street. In the lane with the least traffic.

in the left lane of the street

A bicyclist differs from a motorist in that he isn't required to Obey the same traffic laws. Signal all turns. Report accidents resulting in serious injury. Insure the bicycle.

insure the bicycle

ON A TWO WAY HIGHWAY, YOU ARE ALLOWED TO DRIVE ON THE LEFT HALF OF THE ROADWAY WHEN There is a double yellow center line There is a solid line on your side of the center line It is safe to pass, and passing is allowed You are approaching a corner at which you intend to turn left

its safe to pass and passing is allowed On a two-lane highway, you are allowed to drive on the left half of the roadway when it is safe to pass and passing is allowed. If the road has four or more lanes with two-way traffic, drive in the right lanes except when overtaking and passing.

THE ROAD SURFACE IS MOST SLIPPERY: During a heavy rain or storm Just after the rain Just when it starts raining During a light rain

just when it starts raining

Before you leave a parking space which is parallel to the curb you should Sound your horn. Turn on your four-way flasher. Look for traffic by turning your head. Look for traffic by using your inside rear-view mirror.

look for traffic by turning your head

high or low beam in storm?

low beam

Two-thirds of all deer-vehicle collisions happen during the months of January, February and March March, April and May October, November and December June, July and August

oct, nov, dec

WHERE SHOULD YOU PARK WHEN YOU NEED HELP AFTER YOUR TIRE SUDDENLY DEFLATES WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY? In the right-hand lane Off the pavement Where your car will be visible for 200 feet from the front Where your car will be visible for 300 feet from the back

off the pavement

IF YOU NEED TO SLOW DOWN OR STOP WHEN OTHER DRIVERS MAY NOT EXPECT IT, YOU SHOULD: Use your emergency brake Look over your shoulder for traffic in your blind spot Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times Get ready to blow your horn

quickly tap your brake pedal a few times

While driving, when you see a triangular road sign, you must reduce your speed and yield. increase your speed. come to a complete stop. make a right turn.

reduce your speed and yield

A motorist should know that a bicyclist operating on a roadway must Ride on the right side of the road. Ride on the side of the road facing traffic. Ride on either side of the road. Ride on the side of the road with the least traffic.

ride on the right side of the road

YOU WANT TO PARK DOWNHILL ON A TWO-WAY ROAD AND THERE IS NO CURB. WHICH WAY DO YOU TURN YOUR FRONT WHEELS? Left Right So they face straight ahead Away from the curb

right

You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should Signal and keep your wheels turned to the left. Signal and keep your wheels straight. Flash your headlights so the driver will let you get through. Drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you

signal and keep your wheels straight

When a driver tailgates you, you must apply brakes and discourage the driver increase your speed slow down and pull off the road if necessary move over to the left lane

slow down and pull off the road if necessary

WHEN YOU SEE THIS BLACK AND YELLOW SIGN, IT MEANS: The road to the right is for one-way traffic only Detour to the right because of road construction Slow down because the road ahead changes direction at an extreme angle There is a cross road ahead on your right (ONE BLACK ARROW STRAIGHT ON YELLOW)

slow down bc road ahead change direction at an extreme angle

F YOU EXIT A FREEWAY WITH A RAMP THAT CURVES DOWNHILL, YOU SHOULD: Slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway Wait until you enter the curve before braking Slow to a safe speed before the curve Accelerate before the curve to prevent oversteer

slow to a safe speed before the curve

AN ORANGE AND RED SIGN OF THIS SHAPE ALWAYS MEANS: Yield to cross-traffic The vehicle has the right-of-way Slow-moving vehicle Emergency vehicle ahead

slow-moving vehicle

IF THE ROADWAY IS WET AND YOUR CAR STARTS TO SKID, YOU SHOULD: Slowly ease your foot off the gas pedal Slow down by shifting to a lower gear Slow down by pumping your brakes quickly and firmly Slow down by shifting into neutral

slowly ease your foot off the gas pedal Slow down when there is a lot of water on the road. In a heavy rain at speeds of 50 mph or more, your tires can lose all contact with the road and then your vehicle will be riding on water or "hydroplaning." A slight change of direction or a gust of wind could throw your vehicle into a skid. If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, slow down gradually - do not apply the brakes.

Where are you likely to encounter an ATV, snowmobile, or horseback rider

snowmobile in state highways or local roadways horseback riders: road edge or single file near right curb

Which of the following statements regarding work zones is NOT true? -A flagger has the same authority as a regulatory sign -Some work zones are mobile -Speeding ticket fines are usually less in work zones -Diamond-shaped orange "work zone" warning signs are often posted in advance of road construction projects

speeding ticket fines are usually less in work zones

WHEN YOU APPROACH A SHARP CURVE IN THE ROAD, YOU SHOULD: Start braking as soon as you enter the curve Start braking before you enter the curve Accelerate into the curve and brake out of it Accelerate through the whole curve to increase traction

start braking before you enter the curve

IF ANOTHER DRIVER "CUTS" IN FRONT OF YOU, IT WOULD BE BETTER IF YOU: Take your foot off the gas Brake suddenly Accelerate to avoid being cut off Honk your horn

take your foot off the gas

You may not make a U-turn 500 feet in either direction from the crest of a hill an intersection a construction zone All of the above

the crest of a hill

Night driving is dangerous because Some traffic signs are less visible at night. More vehicles are on the road at night. The distance we can see ahead is reduced. Street lights tend to blur our vision.

the distance we can see ahead is reduced

If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach the stop signs at about the same time, then the vehicle with more passengers must go first the driver turning left must yield to the driver going straight or turning right. the driver on the right must yield to the driver on the left the driver turning right must yield to the driver turning left

the driver turning left must yield to the driver going straight or turning right.

YOU ARE WAITING AT A RED LIGHT TO TURN RIGHT, AND A PEDESTRIAN ON YOUR RIGHT IS WAITING TO CROSS THE STREET YOU WANT TO ENTER. WHO HAS THE RIGHT-OF-WAY WHEN YOUR LIGHT TURNS GREEN? The pedestrian has the right-of-way You have the right-of-way only if the crosswalk is not marked You have the right-of-way because your light is green You have the right-of-way if you move first

the pedestrian has the right-of-way

TEENAGE DRIVERS ARE MORE LIKELY TO BE INVOLVED IN A CRASH WHEN: They are driving with their peer as a passenger They are driving with adult passengers They are driving with teenage passengers They are driving without any passengers

they are driving w teenage passengers

WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS TRUE ABOUT VEHICLES DISPLAYING A DIAMOND-SHAPED SIGN (INDICATING A HAZARDOUS LOAD)? They are not allowed to drive on freeways They are not allowed to exceed 35 mph They must stop before crossing railroad tracks They always have the right-of-way

they must stop before crossing railroad tracks A diamond-shaped sign on a truck means that the load on the truck is potentially dangerous (gas, explosives, etc.). Police department and fire department officers know what to do if the load is accidentally spilled. Vehicles which display these signs are required to stop before crossing railroad tracks.

Which of the following statements applies to all driving emergency situations Always slow down gradually. Your first reaction is the best reaction. Think before you act. Apply your brakes immediately.

think before you act

You may cross a double solid yellow line To pass a slow moving truck. To turn into a driveway. To pass a car if traffic permits. Under no conditions.

to turn into a driveway

To maintain a good space cushion between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead, you should use the three-second rule one-second rule two-second rule four-second rule

two-second rule

YOU SHOULD ALWAYS USE YOUR EMERGENCY FLASHERS WHEN: You are double parked in a traffic lane You are parked on the side of the road in heavy fog Your vehicle has broken down on the roadway You are driving at night and you feel tired

ur vehicle has broken down on the roadway

When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way Either one. Vehicle on the left. Vehicle on the right. Neither one.

vheicle on the left

what should you do if entrance ramp is very short

wait for gap in traffic, speed up quickly

YOU MAY CONTINUE CAREFULLY THROUGH A YELLOW LIGHT IF: There is an emergency vehicle crossing your lane There are no pedestrians crossing You are turning right You are within the intersection

you are within the intersection