Responsible Driving chapter 7

_____ are considered passive safety devices because they operate automatically.

airbags

Alarm systems and audible key reminders are examples of ____.

anti theft devices

Directional signals

are controlled by the turn indicator arm

Taillights, emergency flashers, and parking lights

are part of a vehicle's communications system

You should look over your shoulder when turning to detect anything in your ______.

blind spots

Three features that improve visibility are

defroster, windshield, and side view mirrors.

Each year approximately 200 children under the age of six are killed while playing on

driveways

Three devices that control your speed and direction of your vehicle are

gearshift, break pedal, and steering wheel.

Using a safety belt will

increase your chances of surviving a collision

Vehicles have a(n)_____ transmission require you to use a clutch pedal.

manual

Cruise control

may lead you to be less alert

A(n) ______ enables you to find out about a problem before your vehicle is moving.

safety check

Head restraints should make contact with

the back of your head

An odometer indicates

the distance a vehicle has traveled

Ice has formed on your windshield. You should

turn on the defroster