Aceable driving ed

Where does the officer recommend placing your hands on the steering wheel during a traffic stop?

10 o'clock and 2 o'clock positions

____ inches will float most cars.

12

____ inches will carry off pickup trucks, SUVs, and most other vehicles

24

So. is hurt or killed in Texas from an alcohol-related crash every ____ mins

29

Drivers should keep____ of following distance between them and the car they are following

3s

You have to yield the right of way when:

A car is coming past as you're backing out of ur driveway You're turning left on green and oncoming traffic is coming A pedestrian is using the crosswalk in front of you

Why should you give more space to bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorcyclists in bad weather?

Bad weather is even more difficult for them

Driving yourself to school, you see this sign over the lane you are in. What should you do? (HOV 2+ ONLY 6AM-9AM MON-FRI)

Switch lanes. Only high occupancy vehicles can use this in the A.m

What must you do when you see this on the road?

The road ahead is slippery when wet, so slow down, and make no sudden maneuvers

For recovery from hydroplaning, apply ____ pressure to brakes.

gradual

How do many motorcycle crashes happen?

left turns and blind spots

Check your battery terminals to make sure they are not ____.

loose

If your engine quits while you're driving, which of these could you lose?

power steering and power brakes

Most positive battery terminals are ______.

red

If the road becomes wet or crowded, you should

slow down and increase you following distance

Bike crashes are most common when ____.

the driver turns in front of the path of a bicyclist OR the driver doesn't give the bicyclist the right of way at an intersection

The legal limit for BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) is

0.08%

Wet pavement contributes to over ________ collisions each year.

1 million

Don't pass within ___ feet of a railroad crossing or intersection.

100

Highways and freeways are usually ____ of traffic going in one direction.

2-4 lanes

If your vehicle overheats, how long should you wait before opening the hood?

20mins

What is the maximum distance you should drive on a spare tire?

50 miles

How long is this Adult Drivers Ed course?

6 hrs

What should you do if you need to be in the right lane after turning left?

After completing your turn, signal and move to the right

Which of these drugs cannot affect your driving skills?

All (Marijuana, stimulants, and even over-the-counter medicine can have a negative effect on your driving skills.)

You can be best described as a ______ driver.

novice

Parallel parking is:

parking along a curb between 2 fixed objects

If you have a green traffic light, you don't have to yield when turning left

False

If you're convicted of 2 or more moving violations within a 48 month period, your license could be suspended.

False

Peripheral vision is what you see when you look straight ahead through your windshield.

False

There are no legal consequences for ignoring right-of-way procedures.

False

You are not liable for open containers of alcohol in your car as long as you aren't drinking from them

False

Which of the following is NOT a good tool to use when driving in fog?

High-beam headlights

Railroad warning sign warn or next to a railroad

If we are approaching or

Driving much slower than the speed limit on the highway is ____.

dangerous

_____ should never beleft in vehicles on anyday over 70 degrees

dogs and kids

What must you do if your car starts to skid?

ease pressure off the gas pedal and turn your steering wheel in the direction you want to go

How is traffic flow and volume controlled on highways and freeways?

entrance ramps

When using jumper cables, how should the "booster" vehicle be parked in relation to the "dead" vehicle?

facing each other

If you feel like an officer's behavior did not meet your expectations, you should:

file a complaint with their employing agency

What should you do if a hurricane is approaching?

move inland and avoid low areas

This sign lets drivers know they ____.

need to watch for people who are disabled or in wheelchair

Which of the following should be recycled and kept out of the water supply?

oil filters, used motor oil, antifreeze

On the dead vehicle, where should you place the black jumper cable?

on an unpainted metal surface

Where is this sign found? (DO NOT ENTER sign)

on one-way streets, facing in the opposite direction of traffic flow

Besides your left turn signal light, what is another way to signal a left turn?

point your left arm straight out the left window

Your sense of ____ is the most crucial sense for driving.

sight

You may only ____ in the center turn lane.

turn left

Your vehicle's ____ and ____ have the greatest impact on traction

weight; tires

riley's dad gave him a really nice white walking stick. Riley wants to walk around town with it. Why isnt this good idea?

Only the blind, partially blind, or disabled may carry a white came while walking

Riley is driving down the highway. What must he do at the sight of this sign?

Riley should look out for trucks on this truck-heavy route

Driving is

a privilege

What is a breathalyzer?

a tool to test drivers' blood alcohol content

If you fail the final exam, you will

be locked out of the course for 24hrs

What is the most common drug (besides alcohol) found in crashes involving impaired drivers?

Marijuana

Who must always occupy the passenger seat when a driver with a Learner License is behind the wheel?

A licensed driver at least 21 yrs old

Broken yellow line separate

two-lane roads where you can legally pass

Which of the following parking spots do you need a permit for?

a handicap parking space

The following are ways to reduce the possibility of experiencing road rage except for:

following the driver in front of you closely (Ways to avoid road rage include planning your trip in advance, listening to soothing music, and avoiding cutting into other drivers' lanes)

Ryan's dad needs to drive bigger company vehicles in order to get promoted. What does he need?

A CLass A Commercial Driver License

When passing on a two-lane road, you must first make sure you are clear to start passing by ___.

Check your rearview and side mirrors

If an emergency vehicle on the side of the road has its lights on, you must ____.

Move a lane over or slow down

Pete sees this sign while driving. Which course of action should he take? (BUMP sign)

Pete should slow down to avoid an uncomfortable jolt

You can avoid getting points for a traffic violation by:

Taking defensive driving

Why is it important to have your vehicle inspected?

To make sure ur car is environmentally friendly It's required by the state To make sure ur car is safe

Over-inflated tires are more likely to have a blowout, and under-inflated tires wear the sides of the tire.

True

Mike's 21-year old cousin will be visiting from Germany next month. Will Mike's cousin be able to help drive Mike to school?

Yes, as long as he has a valid driver license in Germany

You are backing out of your driveway into the road when you see your neighbor walking his dog. What should you do?

You should stop before the sidewalk so ur neighbor and his dog can pass

Where is the best place to change your flat tire?

a flat surface.

What should you keep in your vehicle in case of emergencies?

a wrench, spare tire, and jumper cables

What is one of the greatest dangers in rural driving environments?

drivers getting too relaxed in open spaces and speeding.

What does exit only sign mean when it hang over highway lanes?

if you in that lanes, exit immediately

Stella is driving down a steep hill. She should keep her car __________ to help _________.

keep her car in a lower gear to help slow her vehicle.

The center turn lane can only be used for ____.

left turns.

At the sight of this, Stella must

make a complete stop without blocking the pedestrian crosswalk

When should you slow down on the highway?

pass a crash scene, come upon heavy traffic, and at night.

Kevin is driving below the speed limit on the freeway. What should Kevin do?

stay in the right lane.

The area around your car that you cannot see is called ____.

the vehicle's hidden operating space.

Turning the nuts clockwise will ____ them.

tighten

Your license may get suspended if ____ within a 12-month period.

you have 4 or more traffic convictions

Before turning right at a red light, you must first ____.

Come to a complete stop

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main types of driving environments?

Suburban SO freeway, rural, city is three main types of driving

What does it most likely mean if your brake fluid level is usually low?

There may be a leak.

Which of these devices can you use to complete Aceable Drivers Ed?

Ipod touch, Iphone, Ipad

When changing a tire, turning the nuts ____ will loosen them.

counter-clockwise

When parking uphill with a curb, turn the front wheels away from the _____.

curb

Why do you need to continuously slow down and stop in a city environment?

drastic changes in traffic flow and numerous traffic lights

In winter weather, you should brake and accelerate ____.

slowly

What is one thing shared lane marking are not used for ?

Decrease the possibility of Highway Hypnosis (Shared lane marking are used for keeping bikers from going the wrong way, letting drivers know there may be bikers in that lane, helping bikers avoid hitting the open door of a parked vehicle)

How can you avoid highway hypnosis?

Don't driving more than 8 hours per day and stopping every 2 hours or 100 miles.

No matter what, avoid hitting animals on the road.

False: Avoiding a collision with an animal by swerving or hitting the brakes can be even more dangerous than hitting the animal.

Bicyclists may ride in the left lane of they are on a one-way street with two or more lanes

True

Drivers should always give pedestrians the right of way.

True

If you can see the top of Lincoln's head, it's time to get new tires.

True

If you have been involed in a collision that left someone seriously injuried or dead, the police do not need your consent to take a breathalyzer/ blood test

True

What is a first-time consequence of refusing a law enforcement officer's request to take a breathalyzer or blood test?

Ur license will automatically be suspended

What may happen if you drive on the road shoulder near this sign?

You may lose control of yourvehicle (cause The side of the pavement is soft )

What should an emergency kit for the winter contain?

a flashlight, a cellphone, booster cables, bottles of water, and an energy bar

Kayla is driving along a road with many pedestrians. She should:

be prepared to stop, watch out for pedestrians with assistance animals, and pay close attention near bus stops and intersections.

What does vapor lock cause?

It causes the engine to run roughly or stall

Pete's mother has a physical disability. He borrows her car to go to the grocery store and parks in one of the spaces reserved for customers with disabilities up front. Was this correct?

No, he is not driving his mother, who has a disability

On a road with EMERGENCY STOP ONLY sign, can you stop on the shoulder to take a break?

No. This part of the road's shoulder can only be used for emergencies

If your driver license gets suspended in another state, can you legally drive in Texas?

No. Your license is suspended in Texas, even if the conviction occurred out of state

You're approaching a flashing red light at an intersection. Cars on the cross street don't have a light. What should you do?

Stop completely and drive ahead when you can do so

You're approaching a flashing red light at an intersection. Cars on the cross street don't have a light. What should you do?

Stop completely and drive ahead when you can safely do so

What is a MINOR's legal limit for the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream

There is no acceptable amount of alcohol in the bloodstream

Under the Good Samaritan Law, you can not be held liable for trying to help someone at a traffic collision if you helped in good faith.

True

You can use a penny to check if your vehicle's tires need replacing.

True

When you see a blind pedestrian with a walking stick starting to cross the roadway in front of you, what should you do?

Wait for them to finish walking across the street

Which of the following is not a bike safety guideline?

Weave in and out of traffic (Acquire a mirror, ride slowly and carefully in pedestrian areas, wear helmet is bike safety guideline)

You and another driver reach a busy intersection at the same time. What's the safest course of action?

Yield the right of way to the other driver

Which of these is sth a person convicted of DWI might have to pay for?

car impounding, laywer and court fees, probation and monitoring fees

The state's zero-tolerance policy for minors and alcohol is related to drunk driving and

drinking alcohol, attempting to purchase alcohol, purchasing alcohol

When parallel parking, what is the first thing you must do?

pull up even with the front car about two feet out from the space.

What will be affected when you drive on icy roads?

stopping distance

When is the only time you should enter two-way left turn lanes placed in the middle of two-way roads?

to make a safe left turn

If you refuse to take a breathalyzer/blood test ______ within 10yrs, ur license will be suspended for 2yrs

twice

A pedestrian may ______ if there aren't sidewalks

walk against traffic (on the left side of the street )

What can you do to build up brake fluid pressure (if you have regular brakes)?

Pump the brake pedal fast

At uncontrolled intersections, you need to yield and give the right of way to those cars in or near the intersection on your right.

True

It is illegal to coast downhill with the transmission or gears in neutral.

True

LOOP 444 sign marks short highways found in

cities and urban areas

Pete's mother is ill and nobody else can take his little sister to school. He has a Learner License and is 17. What can he do?

Apply for a Minor Restricted Driver LIcense

Stella is driving in the far right lane of a multi-lane road, but she needs to make a left turn that's coming up in 50 feet. What should she do?

Drive past the turn and keep going until she finds a safe place to turn around

A person's regular Class C driver license allows them to legally drive a motorcycle.

False

You are on a divided highway with a raised median when you see a school bus stopped on the other side of the road. Are you legally required to stop?

No, because the oncoming traffic is separated by a raised median

Tyeera wants to work as a driver for a tourist van company. She has a basic Class C license. Is she eligible to drive a tourist van?

No. Tyeera needs a Class C Commercial Driver License first

Can Pete wait at this parking space without a disabled license plate?

No. You can only park here WITH a disable license plate

Riley is riding his motorcycle on a road that ends in a cross street. What should he do at the T-intersection?

Riley needs to yield the right of way to vehicles on the cross street

Ryan's dad is driving a semi truck when he sees this sign ahead. What does he do next? ()

Ryan's dad checks that his semi truck's load isn't higher than 12'6"

Driving yourself to school, you see this sign over the lane you are in. What should you do?

Switch lanes. Only high occupancy vehicles can use this in the A.M

Who always has the right of way?

Trains

Signal at least ___ feet before turning.

100

According to the National Safety Commission, how many officers lost their lives from motorists violating the Move Over Law?

14

Drivers should keep ____ of following distance between them and the car they are following.

3 seconds

Points and convictions stay on your driving record for a minimum of:

3 yrs

A dog is allowed to ride in the bed of a truck as long as:

A dog must be properly secured

You're driving on an unpaved road that leads to a highway. What should you do when you reach the highway?

Yield to vehicles on the highway

While driving, you see a school bus in the opposite lane dropping off students. There is no median. When is it ok to go?

You can go once the red lights turn off and the bus moves again

What are the two types of fields of vision?

central and peripheral

If your brakes fail while driving a car with a manual transmission, what should you do?

downshift to a lower gear

To compensate for blind spots, quickly glance left and right over your shoulder and linger in the blind spots of other vehicles.

false

If you drive off the pavement, you should __________.

grab your wheel tightly and take your foot off the gas pedal.

What's an example of something that could be in your hidden operating space?

pets, children, and toys.

Turnabouts and railroad crossings are examples of ____.

Non-traditional intersections

If emergency vehicles are responding to an emergency, you need to _____.

Pull over and stop on the right side