AAA Study
in vehicles equipped with a driver side air bag, sitting closer than ___ inches away from the steering wheel increases the chance of an arm, neck or facial injury in the event of a crash
10
To allow enough distance to stop in response to threatening objects or conditions, you should identify a planned path of travel ____ seconds ahead.
12-15
Graduated driver license programs generally involve _____ stages
3
under most conditions a minimum following interval of _______ will enable you to adjust speed or position appropriately
3-4 seconds
if a vehicles doubles, the distance needed to stop increases by
4
you should always maintain a stopping zone distance of at least ____ seconds
4-5
approximately how long does it take a new driver to reach the driving ability of an average experienced driver
5 years
approximately what percentage of crashes are caused by driver errors
90
Total stopping time is made up of:
All of the above, (reaction time, braking time, perception time)
when backing:
Brace your right arm over the back of the front passenger seat, Grip the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position with your left hand, and Move the wheel left or right in the direction you want the rear of the vehicle to go.
Proper sequence of starting car #7
Check gauges
Proper sequence of starting car #3
Check gear is in park
Proper sequence of starting car #8
Check lights
Proper sequence of starting car #2
Check parking break
under-inflated tires will
Decrease fuel economy
Successfully completing a driver education course will guarantee that you become a safe driver.
False
Proper sequence of starting car #1
Foot on break pedal
Proper sequence for moving car 1.
Keep foot on brake
Proper sequence of starting car #6
Let engine idle
When you shift to reverse you should:
Press the brake pedal
before driving, carefully plan your route to :
Reduce the number of trips you need too make
Proper sequence for moving car 3.
Release parking break
Proper sequence of starting car #5
Release the key
Proper sequence for moving car 2.
Shift to drive
Proper sequence of starting car #4
Start the engine
Parents should work as a team with the driving instructor to provide practice for the new driver.
True
seatbelts help a driver stay behind the wheel and in control during class
True
the windshield wiper switch is generally located on all of the following except
a drivers floor near the left foot
Proper sequence for moving car 8.
accelerate gently
Vehcle use the greatest amount of fuel when___
accelerating
when approaching your vehicle parked at a curb, you should
approach the drivers door from the front, facing oncoming traffic
When starting the engine, you should release the key:
as soon as the engine starts
A reasonable and proper speed for any set of conditions is a speed that:
assures a safe travel path.
under normal driving conditions, checks under the roof should be preformed how often
at least once a month
When steering using the hand-to-hand method:
both hands will always maintain contact with the steering wheel.
_____ helps reduce tailpipe emissions and your personal fuel cost
carpooling
you have parked your car on a quiet neighborhood street and are preparing to open your door, you should;
check mirrors and blind areas for traffic
Proper sequence for moving car 6.
check over shoulder for a safe gap
Proper sequence for moving car 5.
check rearview and side view mirrors
as you approach your vehicle and preform checks, it is not necessary to always
check the spare tire for proper inflation
which of these is not part of the daily pre driving check ups
checking under the roof
to enhance your ability to assess and manage risk in specific driving situations, you should;
consider the possibility that a dangerous situation might develop, be prepared to take action to effectively manage the situation, consider the consequences of your actions
vehicles run most efficiently at
constant speed
How often should the pre driving checks identified for approaching the vehicle, outside the vehicle and inside the vehicle be preformed
every time you drive
When you adjust your side mirrors, position your head straight ahead as if you were driving
false
You must press hard on the accelerator as you start the engine.
false
In traffic, the best way for you to provide an emergency escape path is to maintain adequate space to the:
front and one side of your vehicle
Vehicle acceleration will produce a weight shift of
front to rear
which of the following is considered a vehicle communication device
hazard flashes
when conducting outside the vehicle checks, you should inspect your
headlights
Anti-Locking Braking System (ABS)
help drivers maintain steering control under hard braking
If you put groceries in your vehicle, they should be:
in the trunk or under a cargo net
Drivers who are unaware of the risk involved in driving will:
insiste that the crash they were involved in was not their fault
A space into which you can safely direct your vehicle with the lowest possible risk is referred to as your:
intended path of travel
The first step to ensure the path behind the vehicle is clear prior to backing is:
is possible, check behind your vehicle before entering the vehicle
When turning to the right, the contact patches of the _________ will increase in size.
left side tires
Before you shift your vehicle into drive, you should:
let the engine idle for 15-20 seconds check that your gauges are working turn on your low bean headlights if the car does not have DRLs
______ acceleration is used to maintain flow forward motion or allowing speed to increase gradually with minimum weight shift
light
when you need to slow down or make a stop, you should?
look through the car ahead and the one beyond that
When you sit upright in the driver's seat your ability to see the driving environment is:
maximized
When faced with dangers close to both sides of your pathway you should create:
more space to the side with the most serious consequences.
maintaining a proper interval and visual control zone with identified alternate paths allows you
more time to make decisions
to signal that you are making a right turn, you should
move the turn signal lever up
You should allow space for
not only those dangers you can see, but also those you cannot see.
Proper sequence for moving car 7.
pivot foot from brake to accelerator
when you are driving, it is the most difficult to maintain the space to your
rear
The key to the Basic Speed Law is to drive at a ___ speed for conditions.
reasonable and proper
overestimating your ability to assess traffic or roadway conditions can result in:
responding late to a situation, responding in an inappropriate manner A failure to respond
You have stopped to park a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. The next step is to keep your foot on the brake pedal and:
set the parking brake
Proper sequence for moving car 4.
signal
The top of the head restraint should be adjusted to a point:
slightly above your ears
You are traveling on a narrow two-lane road and are approaching a child riding his bike on the right side of the road. A line of oncoming vehicles following a slow moving truck is approaching in the oncoming lane. You should flash your lights, tap your horn and:
slow down and move closer to the truck.
Graduated driving license programs generally include which of the following:
some form of nighttime driving restrictions Requirements for supervised practice driving times A limit to the number of passengers in the car
Proper sequence for moving car 9.
steer into proper lane
you should make a larger deduction of your speed when
the consequences of a possible collision are greater
when a driver is following you closely (tailgating) you should maintain additional space to
the front and at least one side
the vehicle operating space is
the space in front, behind and to the sides of the car
Which of the following presents the greatest advantage of a Parent-team driving agreement
the teen and parent will be able to establish clear communication with respect to vehicle use
An adequate space margin is one that provides a driver with:
time, space, visibility
When braking hard, the weight of the vehicle noticeably shifts __________________.
to the front of the vehicle
Changes in _______________ is a major highway condition that requires you to adjust speed.
traction, space, visibility
Accelerating gently when you drive will minimiza the use of fuel
true
In the event of an emergency, a vehicle equipped with ABS (anit-lock braking system( requires you to apple maximum pressure the the brake pedal
true
Nearly half of all new drivers will either be cited for a traffic offense or be involved in a collision during their first 12 months of driving.
true
The high/low beam headlight switch on some older model vehicles may be located on the floor, beneath the parking brake pedal.
true
When you direct your attention 20 to 30 seconds ahead of your vehicle and to both sides of the vehicle, you are most likely to identify the objects or conditions that could increase your level of risk.
true
hand over hand allows you to pull te steering wheel as you turn
true
the majority of drivers use their right foot to brake
true
You generally steer where you look.
ttue
When securing your vehicle in a parking lot, you should:
turn off all accessories and lights then turn off the engine
when selecting a path of travel, you should give attention to
visibility, space, traffic flow, traction and laws
When adjusting a safety belt, it is best to:
wear it a low are possible across your hips.
You have placed your vehicle in Drive and are preparing to move forward:
you should check ur mirrors and blind areas before pivoting ur right foot from the brake to the accelerator
the size of your space margin depends on
your speed, the width of your vehicle, & maneuvers you expect to perform.