Chapter 3,4,5,8 Assessment - study guide
What conditions can cause dangerous levels of CO to accumulate in or around a vehicle?
- Operating a vehicle with an exhaust leak or poorly tuned engine - Operating a vehicle with the trunk or rear tailgate open - Operating a vehicle with holes in the body of the vehicle - Idling a vehicle in a garage or confined space, even with the outside garage door open - Operating a vehicle with a tailpipe that is blocked by debris, including snow, leaves or water
What are signs of an aggressive driver?
- Tailgating - Yelling - Honking in anger - Making angry gestures - Trying to block another vehicle from changing lanes - Cutting off another vehicle on purpose - Getting out of the vehicle to confront another driver - Bumping or ramming another vehicle on purpose
A driver is driving on an Interstate where the speed limit is 65 mph. He is pulled over by the police in a town where the fine for speeding is $100. He was clocked at a speed of 78 mph. How much will his fine be?
200
You are on the following road. It is not a suburban road. There is no speed limit sign posted. What is the speed limit? Downtown business area (not suburban) - ____
25
You are on the following road. It is not a suburban road. There is no speed limit sign posted. What is the speed limit? School Zone - ___
25
You must stop how many feet before a crosswalk with a pedestrian in it?
30
What is the speed limit in a construction zone?
44-55mph.
A pedestrian who is hit by a car has a ___% chance of being killed if the car is going 20 MPH, and a ___% chance of being killed if the car is going 40 MPH.
5, 85
Match the parking distances. Stop Sign - ___ feet Cross Walk - ___ feet Fire hydrant - ___ feet
50 25 10
You are on the following road. It is not a suburban road. There is no speed limit sign posted. What is the speed limit? Interstate - ____
55
A child under __________________ years old and under _______________ inches should be placed in a child seat or a booster seat and placed in the ____________ seat.
8, 57, rear
What is a Distracted driver?
A distracted driver is a driver whose attention is somewhere else. Their focus is not on the road and cars around them. As in someone in the car could be distracting them or there may be a distraction. Give examples of distractions while driving. - Talking with people. - Music. - Calls.
How should an infant seat be positioned? Where is the best place to put an infant or child car seat?
A federally approved forward facing child passenger restraint system that is equipped with a five-point harness in a rear seat of the motor vehicle. Once they outgrow the top height or weight recommendations made by the child passenger restraint system manufacturer, children must ride in a federally approved booster seat (in a rear seat of the motor vehicle).
What should you be looking for while driving in a construction zone?
A motorist should always stay alert for construction-area warning signs. When coming across these areas, a motorist should adjust speed and adjust position to maintain space around his/her vehicle
How far ahead should be you scanning?
A motorist should look at least 12 seconds ahead. This means that he/she should be able to see an object far enough ahead so that it takes at least 12 seconds to get to it. While driving at 25 mph on a clear road in a city, a motorist should be able to see about a block ahead. When traffic is heavy, extra time to react is necessary, which means driving more slowly. By reducing speed, a motorist gains time.
Hydroplaning What is hydroplaning?
(of a vehicle) slide uncontrollably on the wet surface of a road.
What type of turn is the image above an example of?
3 point k turn
Trucks have fewer blind spots than a car has, since the driver sits up higher.
False
Try to drive between trucks because they will protect you in a crash situation.
False
You check your blind spot while driving by using your mirrors.
False
A truck's blind spots are called No-Zones
True
Don't try to cross the railroad tracks unless you're sure you can completely clear the tracks.
True
If a bicyclist is making a left turn, she is allowed to wait in a left turn slot with the cars.
True
If a truck is making a right turn, it may swing out into the left lane first.
True
If you are walking along the side of the road, you should wear bright clothing during the day and reflective clothing or a light at night.
True
If your car stalls on the tracks - get out immediately and move away from the tracks towards the direction the train is coming from.
True
In bad weather, a truck can take as much as 25% longer to stop than a car.
True
The train is 3 feet wider on each side than the width of the tracks
True
You are driving in the right lane on Route 9 in Marlboro. In front of you, a commuter bus going to NYC has pulled over onto the shoulder to pick up passengers from the bus stop. As you get close to the bus, it puts on its left blinker to pull back onto the road right in front of you. By law, do you have to yield to the bus and let him in?
True
Can you park 40 feet from a crosswalk?
Yes
You should keep an extra following distance behind a motorcyclist because: a. slippery, sloped, or ________________ surfaces, grooves and grating in the roadway can be hazardous for motorcyclists b. they can ____________ faster than other vehicles
a. uneven b. brake
If you are walking or jogging on the shoulder of a road that has no sidewalks, you should be ____ the traffic.
facing
An average sized adult who is properly belted is not likely to come in contact with an airbag until it is completely ________________________.
inflated
The turn signal (blinker) is on the ___ side of the steering wheel.
left
You are approaching a side street where you plan to make a right hand turn. There is a bicyclist ahead of you who is going straight. You should:
let the bicyclist go past the intersection, then turn right
Airbags should always be used with _____________________.
seat belts.
2. It is a ___________________ offense for back seat passengers to not be belted in. Explain in your own words what this means.
secondary The police can't issue a second offense unless they are breaking another primary offense.
Parallel Parking The vehicle's tires should be no more than ____ inches from the curb.
six
You must stop when you see a blind pedestrian in the road. What 2 ways you could tell that a pedestrian was visually impaired:
they are using a can and they have a guide dog
A bicyclist should ride _______ the traffic.
with
What are the most common symptoms of CO poisoning?
- Headache - Dizziness - Loss of consiciousness - Nausea/vomiting
When you park, you must be no more than ____ inches from the curb.
6
How do you recover from running off of the pavement?
1. Do not panic. 2. Hold your steering wheel tightly. 3. Steer straight ahead. 4. Stay on the shoulder. 5. Ease up on the accelerator and brake gently. 6. When you can safely do so, turn back on the road at a low speed.
Tire Blow Out What do you do if you experience a tire blow out?
1. First, stay calm. 2. Don't step on the brake. This will cause your wheels to lock up and will lead to a total loss of control. 3. Accelerate slightly and steer as straight as possible. 4. Begin to slow down by gently removing your foot from the accelerator. 5. Turn on your emergency lights. 6. Steer towards the right-hand lane and pull over when it's safe. 7. Change the tire If you know how to and have room to do so safely. Call a towing company if you have any doubts.
Car A is making a left turn Car C is making a right turn Pedestrian is crossing the street. Who goes first? Who goes second? Who does last?
1. Pedestrian 2. Car C 3. Car A
What can you do to avoid Highway Hypnosis?
1. Try to avoid driving during your normal sleeping hours. 2. Don't try to drive too far in one day. 3. Keep your eyes moving and check your rear-view and side mirrors often. 4. Look at all the road signs and traffic around you. 5. Talk to your passengers, if you have any.
A person should sit ______________ inches between the center of the steering wheel and the center of the breastbone.
10
motorist should put on the turn signal at least ____ feet before turning and be sure to cancel the signal after making a turn.
100
The railroad lights are flashing and the bells are ringing. You must stop ____ feet from the railroad crossing.
15
A car has how many blind spots?
2
You are on the following road. It is not a suburban road. There is no speed limit sign posted. What is the speed limit? Residential Neighborhood (not suburban) - _____
25
What is an Aggressive Driver/Road Rage?
Aggressive driving can take many forms, like tailgating, weaving and speeding.
You are on a 2 lane road, the Ambulance has its lights and siren on. Who has to pull over:
Both the blue and the red car
What number can you call to report aggressive driving?
Call #77
A freight train travelling 55 mph will take approximately 1000 feet to stop.
False
AT AN UNCONTROLLED INTERSECTION: If you are entering the intersection from a driveway, you go first.
False
About a quarter mile later, you are driving in the center lane and the bus is in front of you in the right lane. The bus puts on its left blinker and wants to cut in front of you . By law, do you have to yield to the bus and let him in?
False
When passing a truck, stay in its No-Zones as long as possible.
False
Most of the time you should pass on the:
Left
Can you park next to a fire hydrant?
No
Can you park on the shoulder of an interstate (non-emergency)?
No
The traffic light is green. A police officer is standing in the intersection signaling you to stop. What do you do?
Stop
An UNCONTROLLED INTERSECTION is where 2 roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device. What is meant by regulatory device?
Stop Sign
When can you use studded snow tires?
Studded tires are permitted from November 15th - April 1st.
You can get a ticket for driving too slowly.
True
If a driver gets a ticket in the area from Question 7, the fine would:
double
Under state law, all passengers of a passenger vehicle must wear a seatbelt. There are three situations where it is a __________________ offense to not wear a seatbelt. This means the police can pull over the car specifically for this violation. The 3 situations are: a. b. c.
primary a. driver isn't wearing seat belt. b. front-seat passenger not wearing seatbelt. c. less than 18 year olds not wearing sear belt.
There is a crosswalk at every intersection. If it is not painted, it is known as an "____ crosswalk."
unmarked
Describe how to position your lap belt and shoulder harness.
• Buckle up with both lap and shoulder belts on every trip. (Air bags are supplemental protection for drivers. • Wear the lap belt under the abdomen and low across the hips. The shoulder portion should come over the collar bone, away from the neck, and cross over the breastbone. The shoulder belt in most new vehicles can be adjusted on the side pillar to improve fit. • Know how to adjust the seat belts and how to release them if motorists/ passengers have to quickly get out of the vehicle. • Buckle up if riding in the backseat; use center seat belts if those seats are used. Seat belts help prevent riders from falling forward. • Never put more than one person in one belt
You should use your mirrors to drive in reverse.
False
What is the three-second plus rule?
Increasing the distance between you and the car ahead can help give you the time you need to recognize a hazard and respond safely. What does the rule increase by during ... Rain? 4, 5, or 9 seconds Snow? 4, 5, or 9 seconds.
Can you double park to run into a pizza place for a slice?
No
If your car can't keep up with the normal flow of traffic on the road you're on, what should you do?
Pull over and activate hazards
Running off of the pavement?
Take your foot off the accelerator and let your vehicle slow down.
A pedestrian must cross the street at a crosswalk or receive a fine.
True
What is the fine for a motorist not removing snow or ice from the vehicle?
$25 -$75
If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk, you must stop. If you don't, the fine is:
$500
What is Drowsy Driving?
Drowsy driving is when the person that is driving is tired. Most likely, they won't be able to focus, due to them needing sleep. Drowsy driving can lead to accidents, since the driver may fall asleep.
With an ABS, a motorist should pump the brakes and violently jerk the wheel.
False
You are driving in the right lane of a 6 lane highway (like the Turnpike). The following emergency vehicles have their emergency lights flashing. Tell whether this statement is true about the "MOVE OVER" law: You follow it when an ambulance is approaching you from behind.
False
You can use the right shoulder to pass only if the car in front of you is making a left turn.
False
What is Highway Hypnosis?
It's similar to drowsy driving or falling asleep behind the wheel. A person's brain is being slow reducing the driver's reaction time, and increases the risk of crashing.
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning can happen starting at what speed?
Most automobile safety experts agree that hydroplaning is most likely to occur at speeds greater than thirty-five miles per hour. As soon as the first drops hit your windshield, slow your speed considerably.
What do you do if your car starts to skid?
Most skids occur when conditions are slippery. If you find yourself in a skid, take your feet off the pedals. Stop braking and stop accelerating. Then, quickly turn the steering wheel in the direction you want to go.
How do you Prevent a Crash?
Never think the other motorist will not make a driving mistake. Learn what to do in any situation when you have to act fast, and always expect the unexpected. Try not to panic. Know what to do if something happens suddenly.
Can you park in front of your driveway?
No
An UNCONTROLLED INTERSECTION is where 2 roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device. What is meant by a traffic signal?
Red Light
What should you do in the DECELERATION LANE?
Slow down
What is tailgating?
Tailgating when the car behind is very close to you. They may be doing so for reasons such as trying to get you to go into another lane or make you drive faster.
Who is responsible for ice/snow that flies off your vehicle?
The person that is most likely responsible for ice or snow that flies off your vehicle is the driver. This is because they need to remove as much snow/ice prior to getting on the road.
What is the one car length method?
There is no perfect rule for following distance, the rule of thumb most often used is to keep one car length back (about 20 feet) for each 10 mile per hour of speed. How does the following distance change ... In the rain? 2 car lengths In Snow? 3 car lengths On Ice? 6 car lengths
Who is most at risk?
There is no specific person at risk. Unless you are in a specific situation where if you crash then certain people can be more at harm. Other than that the driver is most risk because they could face legal trouble, and a possibility of harm from an accident.
AT AN UNCONTROLLED INTERSECTION: If two cars get there at the same time, the car on the right goes first.
True
AT AN UNCONTROLLED INTERSECTION: Watch for traffic on the cross street.
True
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that is present in a vehicle's exhaust.
True
If the pedestrian is at an intersection, the pedestrian has the right of away?
True
If you are driving at 60 mph you will need approximately the distance of a football field to stop safely
True
In bad weather (like snow), it may not be safe to drive at the speed limit.
True
It is good practice while backing out to keep the wheel straight until the vehicle's left front wheel passes the rear bumper of the vehicle parked on the left.
True
To reduce your blind spot you should adjust the outside mirror so that you can see the tip of the driver-side front door handle in the lower right of the mirror.
True
You are driving in the right lane of a 6 lane highway (like the Turnpike). The following emergency vehicles have their emergency lights flashing. Tell whether this statement is true about the "MOVE OVER" law: If you see a police car on the shoulder, move over to the center lane.
True
You are driving in the right lane of a 6 lane highway (like the Turnpike). The following emergency vehicles have their emergency lights flashing. Tell whether this statement is true about the "MOVE OVER" law: If you see a tow truck on the right shoulder, slow down if you can't move over.
True
You are driving in the right lane of a 6 lane highway (like the Turnpike). The following emergency vehicles have their emergency lights flashing. Tell whether this statement is true about the "MOVE OVER" law: You follow it when you are approaching an ambulance from behind.
True
You can get a 2 point ticket for cutting through a gas station or parking lot to avoid a red light.
True
Brake Failure What do you do if you have ABS and your brakes fail?
Try applying strong, consistent pressure to the brake pedal. By doing this several times, the brakes get the right pressure and they may start working again. If your car is running in top gear, then downshift into a lower gear as it slows down. It is very important that you don't panic.
What are you looking for while driving in the city?
When traveling in a city, heavier traffic and more pedestrians require motorists to be very alert. In city traffic, a motorist should try to cooperate with other motorists. Drive more slowly and watch for the movements of others. Motorists must be more careful about pedestrians and less-visible vehicles, such as bicycles, mopeds, motorcycles, motorizedwheelchairs, and mobility-assistance vehicles. Pedestrians and individuals in wheelchairs or mobility-assistance vehicles always have theright-of-way in a crosswalk. Motorists must always stop for pedestriansin a crosswalk, whether the crosswalk is marked or unmarked.
Can you park 75 feet from railroad tracks?
Yes
Explain ways you can practice the above while driving.
You can try staying calm in the car, when you are stressed. In addition, you can try to avoid a car(s) that may cause a possible accident.
Select the hand signal for stopping.
Your arm is bent at a 90 degree angle making 2 lines like: ---- |
Select the hand signal for making a right turn.
Your arm is bent at a 90 degree angle making 2 lines like: | ----
Select the hand signal for making a left turn.
Your arm is straight out making a line like: ------
Sear belts work in 3 ways:
a. prevent passangers from beign thrown in a crash b. slow body down with the vechicle c. prevents sliding during sudden stops and turns
Match the direction you turn the wheels when parking. Parking Uphill with a curb - ____ Parking downhill with a curb - ____
away from the curb toward the curb
Most people driving in East Brunswick at night are using their:
low beams (dim)
Angle Parking When backing out, remember that the front of the vehicle will swing ____ of the direction of the turn.
opposite
You look in your review mirror and see a Ford pickup truck with a blue light flashing on its dashboard. What should you do?
pull over to the right side of the road, it is a volunteer fireman or EMT going to an emergency
New Jersey law requires all motorists to restrict vehicle idling to _____ minutes or less.
three
What is the fine?
Any person who violates this law is subject to fines of $25-$75, regardless of whether any snow or ice dislodged from the vehicle. If dislodged snow or ice causes injury or property damage, fines up to $1,500 may be assessed. What will cause a vehicle to go into a skid? - Accelerates too quickly - Turns too fast - Brakes improperly
