Chapter 3

Where should a child safety seat be placed?

A child safety seat should be placed in a rear seat.

Describe the starting a car checklist:

-All windows should be clean -The seat must be adjusted so a motorist can reach all pedals and controls easily -Rearview mirrors should be adjusted -Seat belts should be fastened comfortably and firmly -The vehicle should be in park or neutral gear and the parking brake should be set -Doors should be locked

Describe why each of these need to be in working order:

-Backup Lights: When driving in reverse, backup lights should be on. These must be checked to make sure they are in working order. -Brakes: Brakes need to be working because, motorists must be able to brake smoothly and quickly. In any conditions, a motorist should drive carefully, always keeping a safe distance from the vehicle in front and maintain a speed consistent with the road conditions. -Brake Lights: If a vehicle's brake lights are not working, someone may crash into it from the back. A motorist should have someone help to check the brake lights. Replace broken light covers. They may cause a glare that affects the motorist in back. -Headlights: Bright and dim lights must work and be in line. A motorist can check them against the garage wall or on parked vehicles. Lights should be kept clean. If other motorists flash their lights while a motorist's lights are on low beam, it could mean that that the lights are out of line. -Horn: A horn should not be overused, but a motorist should check it often to make sure it works. Use the horn to signal when passing or when coming out of a blind alley, curve, or driveway. -Steering: On straight level roads a vehicle should hold a straight course. The front end should not vibrate (shimmy). The steering should respond to a motorist's turns without too much play in the steering wheel. -Tail Lights: Always keep tail and side lights in working order. They signal other motorists in the dark and prevent accidents. -Tires: If a motorist feels or hears any unusual thumping while driving, he/she should check the tires. Bumps, cuts or bad tread can cause blowouts. Tire pressure should be checked often, especially when it's cold. A vehicle should not be driven with tires that have less than 1/16 inch of trad. To hold on to the road properly, tires must match and must have enough tread. -Turn Signals: A motorist should be able to hear the clicking and see the lighted arrows flash on the dashboard. If they do not work, the signals must be fixed as soon as possible and meanwhile, a motorist should use hand signals. -Windshield: Cracks or chips in a windshield could cause it to break, so it should be replaced. A windshield should be clean at all times and windshield wipers should always work. A motorist can use non-freezing spray to stop icing.

What does the child restraint law state?

-Children under age eight who are less than 57 inches must ride in a forward facing child passenger restraint system that is equipped with a five-point harness in a rear seat of the motor vehicle or a federally approved booster seat -Children under age four who weigh less than 40 pounds must ride in a rear facing child passenger restraint system that is equipped with a five-point harness in a rear seat or a forward facing child passenger restraint system -Children under age two or weigh less than 30 pounds must ride in a rear facing child passenger restraint system that is equipped with a five-point harness.

What effects stopping distance?

-Motorist reaction time -Weather and visibility conditions -Vehicle weight -Brake conditions -Condition and type of tires -Roadway conditions -Speed

In what ways does a seatbelt reduce serious injury or death?

-They keep motorists and passengers from being thrown from the vehicle in a collision. -They slow a body down with the vehicle. If a vehicle hits something, the vehicle stops, but the person keeps going at the same speed that the vehicle was moving. -They keep a motorist or a passenger from sliding on the seat during sudden stops and turns. Belts and straps keep a motorist in position so he/she can control the vehicle.

The motorist is responsible for all passengers under the age of:

18

What type of steering is involved in turning?

A motorist should never turn the wheel while gripping it from the inside of the rim hand facing inward. The steering wheel should be held firmly but not too tight, as steady as possible as the vehicle's speed increases. Both hands should be kept on the wheel at all times, except when shifting gears or giving hand signals. Hand-over-hand steering permits a motorist to make steering adjustments ranging from very minor up to a half turn of the wheel, while keeping both hands on the wheel. If turning through a slight curve, both hands will typically retain their original grip on the wheel, making only slight finger or wrist adjustments as necessary to maintain the path of travel. Hand-over-hand steering is particularly well-suited for precision maneuvers, steering through curves, intersection entry and exit, and skid recovery.

How far before a turn should you use your turn signal?

A motorist should turn on the turn signal at least 100 feet before turning and be sure to cancel the signal after making a turn.

An infant is safest in what type of car seat?

An infant is safest in a rear facing child passenger restraint system.

Where do we see angle parking?

Angle parking is often used in parking lots of shopping centers and sometimes at curbs.

What should you do before entering a car?

Before getting into a vehicle, look behind it and in front of it.

What are blind spots?

Blind spots are areas where a motorist cannot see behind his/her vehicle (on both sides) through the mirror.

When are children the safest in a car?

Children are safest in the rear of a car.

What weights can a convertible car seat hold?

Children under age four who weigh less than 40 pounds must ride in a convertible car seat.

What weights can an infant car seat carry and what way must it face in the car?

Children under age two who weigh less than 30 pounds must ride in a federally approved rear facing child passenger restraint system that is equipped with a five-point harness.

What percent of driving information is visual?

More than 95% of information a motorist needs is visual.

Should you slam on the brake pedal when braking?

No, you should not slam on the brake pedal when braking

What does SIR stand for?

SIR stands for supplemental inflatable restraint system.

What does SRS stand for?

SRS stands for supplemental restraint system.

What percent does a seatbelt improve a person's chance of survival?

Seat belts can save a life and improve a motorist's chances of surviving a crash by 60 percent.

What is the NJ seatbelt law?

The NJ seatbelt law is that the driver and all passengers of a passenger vehicle must wear a seatbelt.

What are the two braking systems?

The type of braking systems are conventional drum and disc brake system or an antilock braking system (ABS)

Which way should you turn the wheels when parking uphill?

The wheels should turn away from the curb when parking uphill.

Which way should you turn the wheels when parking downhill?

The wheels should turn toward the curb when parking downhill.

Describe the body position for driving in reverse:

To drive in reverse, a motorist's head and body should be turned to the right until he/she can see clearly through the back window of the vehicle without use of mirrors. The motorist's right hand and arm should be placed over the back of the front passenger seat; the left hand should grasp the top of the steering wheel.

What should motorists always do before turning?

To make safe turns, a motorist should decide well in advance where he/she wants to turn. State law requires a motorist to get in the proper lane and signal at least 100 feet before making any turn.

What is the leading killer of children?

Traffic accidents are the leading killer of children.

Where should we hold our hands on the steering wheel?

We should hold our hands at the 9 and 3 to'clock positions keeping our thumbs along the face of the wheel.

Does everyone in the car need seatbelts if you are have your permit or provisional license?

Yes, everyone in the car needs seatbelts if you have your permit or provisional license.

Why should you keep good posture while driving?

You should keep good posture while driving because, you should not have to strain to reach the gear shift levers, turn signals or dashboard controls. A motorist is properly positioned when they can see clearly and can glance to the rear.

Children up to what age and what height must be in an approved child safety seat?

age eight and height 57 inches

Which way is the arm signal for slowing down?

hand and arm downward, palm facing to the rear

Which way is the arm signal for a left turn?

hand and arm straight out

Which way is the arm signal for a right turn?

hand and arm upward

True or False: You should gradually speed up and slow down.

true