VADETS Module 6 Review Part 1

37%

Alcohol was involved in ___% of all fatal bicyclist crashes in 2017.

30

As of July 1, 2007, Virginians who are 19 or older, who hold a valid Virginia driver's license and who successfully complete a Virginia Rider Training Program may operate a motorcycle for ___ days from the date of the course completion without having to obtain a learner's permit.

urban;rural

Bicyclist deaths occur most often in _________ areas (75%) compared to __________ areas (25%) in 2017.

males; females

Bicyclist deaths were 8 times higher for ______________ than _____________in 2017.

9

If you are under age 19, you must hold a Virginia motorcycle learner's permit for at least _____ months.

you must also pass the two-part driver's license knowledge exam.

If you do not have a learners permit or drivers license & you want to drive a motorcycle, what else must you do in addition to the Motor Cycles' Learner's permit

buffer

In a work zone the __________ area is a safety barrier between you and the work zone.

Termination

In a work zone the __________ area is where lanes narrow or merge, and the traffic pattern changes.

15 years & 6 months old (same as VA learners permit)

In order to obtain a motorcycle learner's permit in Virginia, you must be at least ____.

twice

Look _________ for motorcycles.

1) Disobeying speed limit 2) Failure to appreciate..... -limitations of the motorcycle -inherent operating characteristics 3.) Failure to use..... -special precautions while riding -defensive driving techniques 4.) Lack of..... -specific braking and cornering skills -basic riding skills

Many motorcycle crashes can be attributed to which 7 things (the 7 things are broken to 4 categories)

True (T/F 3)

Moped riders must be at least 16 years of age. (T/F 3)

False (T/F 1)

Moped riders must have a license. (T/F 1)

True (T/F 2)

Mopeds are typically classified as bicycles. (T/F 2)

False (T/F 2)

Mopeds can safely exceed speeds of 35 mph. (T/F 2)

35

Mopeds/scooters cannot be driven on a roadway where the speed limit is faster than ___ mph.

50

More than __ percent of pedestrian-motorist crashes occur at intersections.

speeding

Motorist ____________ is a major factor in crashes with pedestrians.

Transition Area

Moves traffic out of the path of the incident

25

On average, ____ percent of motorcycle operators killed in traffic crashes are not licensed or are improperly licensed to operate a motorcycle.

6PM-9PM

Regardless of the season, bicyclist deaths occurred most often between _______ and ________.

True (T/F 7)

School buses have been designed with child safety in mind, it is other drivers actions that pose the most risk to students riding buses. (T/F 7)

70

Students are about ___ times more likely to get to school safely if they take the school bus instead of traveling by car.

Advanced Warning Area

Tells traffic what to expect

57,867

The Virginia Department of Transportation maintains ________ miles of roadway.

False (T/F 4)

True or False? Like a school bus, drivers have to stop for a transit bus. (T/F 4)

True (T/F 4)

True or False? When the roadway is divided by a physical barrier such as a median, ditch, or guardrail, only traffic traveling in the direction of the school bus must stop when the school bus has its warning devices on or is loading or unloading passengers. (T/F 4)

True (T/F 5)

True or False? When the roadway is not divided by a physical barrier such as a median, ditch, or guardrail, all traffic must stop when the School Bus has its warning devices on or is loading or unloading passengers. (T/F 5)

False (T/F 3)

True or False? You can carry passengers with a motorcycle learner's permit. (T/F 3)

False (T/F 5)

True or False? You can pass a transit bus. (T/F 5)

True (T/F 1)

True or False? You may not operate a moped if you have been declared a habitual offender or your license is suspended or revoked for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. (T/F 1)

True (T/F 6)

True or False? You must also stop if the bus is loading or unloading children and the signals are not on. (T/F 6)

Three second rule

Use the ______-_________ rule to keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the bus.

HOV Diamond & "Bus Only"

What are the 2 pavement markings that designate a lane(s) for a transit bus?

You MUST STOP

What do you do when you approach an intersection with a school bus loading or unloading children (red lights are flashing on bus & stop arm is extended)?

-an approved safety helmet -eye & face protection

What do you have to wear when operating a motorcycle?

speeding, distracted motorist

What is the two leading causes of work zone crashes?

Virginia Rider Training Program

What program is available for educating motorcyclists?

Work Area

Where the road work is taking place

Stationary work zones

Work zones that do not move

Mobile Work Zone

Work zones that move

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You must be supervised by a person at least __ years of age who is licensed to operate a motorcycle, who is alert and able to assist you and is supervising from a separate accompanying motor vehicle.

helmet

You must wear a Department of Transportation (DOT) approved __________when operating a moped.

Work Zones

________ ________ are areas set up by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) where roadwork takes place and may involve closures, detours, and moving equipment.

Stop

________ for a pedestrian with a white cane or guide dog.

School zone speed limits

are often only in force when school is in session and children are likely to cross roads.

Flashing yellow (School bus)

the bus is preparing to stop.

Flashing red (School bus)

the bus is stopped loading or unloading children.