Driver's Ed

When starting the engine, you should release the key or start button:

As soon as the engine starts.

You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:

At all times.

When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:

At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.

When parking uphill next to a curb, you should turn your front wheels:

Away from the curb

Which way should your front wheels be turned when parking uphill next to a curb?

Away from the curb

If you employ a good visual search while driving, you will:

Be searching 20-30 seconds ahead of your vehicle.

When should you adjust your speed to turn?

Before turning

As a driver you have a responsibility to pedestrians that is:

Both legal and moral

Which should be included on your daily maintenance checklist?

Brakes: Pedal pressure/travel and straight/ smooth stops

Which areas are likely to freeze before other road surfaces?

Bridge surfaces, Ramps, and Overpasses AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

How does a driver know if an interstate highway runs east-west or north-south?

By the route number.

_____________ vision is the five-degree cone representing only 3% of a driver's total visual.

Central

When driving through a work zone, you should avoid ______________.

Changing lanes (also not killing anyone would be good too :D)

A human's 24 hour cycle of energy is called the

Circadian rhythm

Traffic control devices (signs and stop lights) communicate their meaning using:

Color, shape, and wording

If you begin to skid, the best response is to:

Continue to look and steer where you want your vehicle to go.

Intersection types include:

Controlled and uncontrolled

Driving courtesy is important as you share the road with:

Drivers in funeral processions, Vulnerable road users, Farm machinery operators. AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

Double, solid, yellow lines mean

Drivers traveling in both directions are prohibited from passing

Who are more likely to engage in road rage?

Drivers who drive aggressively.

What is the most important step in safely changing lanes?

Ensuring the lane to which you plan to move is open.

What are some common situations that might require you to change lanes??

Entering traffic Leaving traffic and parking along a curb Driving on multiple-lane streets and roads AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

To avoid crashing, you can use:

Evasive steering, Evasive braking, Evasive acceleration AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

What are possible signs of aggressive driving?

Exceeding the speed limit Following too closely Failing to obey traffic controls AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

TRUE or FALSE In most states, you are allowed to exceed the posted speed limit when passing another vehicle.

FALSE ( ur doing great my guy :] )

True or false? When driving a vehicle with blind spot warning, lane departure warning, or rear cross traffic warning, the driver does not have to be as attentive to the driving environment.

False

True or false?? In crashes involving a passenger vehicle and a motorcycle, the motorcyclist is usually at fault.

False

Compared to following a passenger sedan, how far back should you follow a motorcycle?

Farther back from the motorcycle.

What are some new technologies requiring the driver to maintain constant control of the vehicle?

Forward collision avoidance, Automatic emergency braking, Lane keeping assist AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

______________ vision is used to judge depth and position.

Fringe vision

In traffic, the best way for you to provide an emergency escape path is to maintain adequate space to the:

Front and at least one side of your vehicle.

What should you never do when confronted by an aggressive driver?

Get out of your vehicle

THe three main parts of freeway driving are:

Getting on, driving on, and getting off

A driver's license:

Gives an individual permission to operate a motor vehicle on public highways. Serves to verify a driver's knowlege of the laws that govern use of motor vehicles. Can be taken away from the state. AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

Spur (Interstate splitting off of a highway that does not re-connect with the highway.)

Have 3 digits that start with an odd number

Road users are allowed to use _____ to communicate with each other.

Horn, hand signals, and headlights.

___________________ occurs when water between the tires and the road builds until the tires begin to ride on a film of water resulting in traction loss.

Hydroplaning

Successfully navigating intersections involves:

Identifying intersections well in advance of reaching them Managing speed appropriately Adjusting position as necessary AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

What are three techniques to manage distractions as they occur while driving??

If children or pets need attention, pull over safely to care for them. As needed, remind passengers to stop any distracting behaviors. Use passengers to help you with non driving tasks when needed.

If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:

If there is property damage in excess of $1,000 or if there are any injuries.

It is illegal to park your vehicle:

In an unmarked crosswalk.

The recommended tire air pressure can typically be found:

In the owners manual and on a placard typically located on the driver's doorjamb.

An important difference between expressways and freeways is that expressways feature intersections whereas freeways use:

Interchanges

A drivers license:

Is owned by the state Can be revoked for dangerous driving Can be suspended for traffic offenses AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

How often should your engine oil be changed?

It should be changed according to the maintenance schedule in your owner's manual.

_______________ are especially prone to their brakes overheating when they're being driven downhill.

Large Trucks

Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.

Which of the following statements is true regarding sharing the road with large trucks?

Large trucks have multiple mirror blind zones around them.

You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You must:

Leave a note on the vehicle. Report the accident without delay to the city police or, in unincorporated areas, to the CHP. (AKA: Both of the above)

What acceleration is used to maintain slow forward motion or allow speed to increase gradually with minimum weight shift?

Light Acceleration

Which technique should you use to signal vehicles behind you that you are slowing??

Lightly tap your break pedal a few times before braking.

_____________ is the imaginary line extending from your eyes to a point of focus.

Line of sight.

A white painted curb means:

Loading zone for passengers or mail only (not freight)

What is the first thing you should do if you run your right or left wheels off the roadway?

Look and steer where you want your vehicle to go.

When driving in fog, you should use your:

Low beams

What is an intended benefit of self driving vehicles?

Lower environmental impact, fewer collisions, and reduced fuel use AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

When a vehicle moves into your space, you should:

Make safe maneuvers to re-establish your space.

What should you do if a fire breaks out under the hood??

Make sure you and any passengers are out and well away from the vehicle.

Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:

May not be crossed for any reason.

The three categories of distractions include visual, manual, and _____________.

Mental/Cognitive

If you are caught in a dust storm while driving, you should ________________.

Reduce your speed immediately, and pull over and stop.

What is the difference in crash risk between using a cell phone in handheld mode vs hands free mode??

Research indicates they are equally risky. It is the conversation that causes the impairment rather than the mode use. Both methods of cell phones use divert a driver's attention away from driving safely.

______________ laws are created to help drivers identify who goes first when multiple cars approach an intersection at the same time.

Right of way

Railroad advanced warning signs are

Round and yellow

An even numbered interstate with a single or double digit number indicates a route that:

Runs east and west

An odd-numbered interstate with a single or double-digit number indicates a route that:

Runs north and south

What techniques can you use to save fuel?

Search far ahead, Carefully plan your route, Prepare your vehicle AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:

Sell or transfer your vehicle.

Adjusting your speed to address one hazard at a time is called multiple risks.

Separating

When using ground vision, you are specifically looking for:

Shadows of pedestrians, pavement markings, and road conditions.

What are some expected benefits of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)?

Shortens trips, save fuel/emit less pollution, prevent/reduce the severity of crashes AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

Your _______________ can be used to help you know how far forward to pull into a parking space

Side mirrors

You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:

Signal for 100 feet before turning.

When dealing with tailgaters it is best to:

Slow down and let them pass by.

A flashing yellow signal light means a driver should:

Slow down and proceed with caution

You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:

Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn.

How can being distracted affect the core skills needed to drive safely?

Slowed perception Delayed decision making Improper action AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

Which is best for maintaining space around your vehicle??

Speed

If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:

Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.

A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:

Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.

What should you do to prevent distractions by eating, personal grooming, and setting audio preferences?

Take care of it before you start driving.

___________________ requires driving at speeds that are reasonable and prudent for conditions.

The Basic Speed Law

A closing probability when driving is:

The chance that a vehicle and another object will move closer together as they move along a projected path of travel

If two drivers on crossing paths arrive at a 4-way stop sign intersection at the same time, who should yield to who?

The driver on the left should yield to the driver on the right.

Roadways are the most slippery:

The first rain after a dry spell.

To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:

The lane closest to the left curb.

Hydroplaning occurs when:

The tires ride up on a film of water. (This happens when driving over 30 mph over deep puddle)

If an interstate loops around a city its number has:

Three digits that start with an even number.

Which level of acceleration should you use when accelerating on a short highway entry ramp??

Thrust Acceleration

Of the following, which should be considered when purchasing tires?

Tire quality, Tread life, Traction rating. AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

Of the following, which are the most important part on any vehicle?

Tires

Solid white lines are used:

To mark the edge of highways AND are used between lanes to indicate areas that are discouraged or unlawful

To check your mirror blind areas, you should:

Turn your head and check over your shoulder in the direction of the blind area.

When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:

Turned to the right, away from the street.

Which of the following are maneuvers for reversing direction?

Two point turning and three point turning, U-turning, and traveling around the block AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

By design, intersections are risky because:

Vehicles cross one another's paths of travel at various angles.

The most common form of color blindness is:

red and green

_______________ is becoming used to a higher driving speed. (Drivers who travel for extended distances over time at freeway speeds can become used to how their vehicle feels and sounds and how passing scenery appears.)

Velocitation

The distance ahead that you search as you drive is your:

Visual lead

Lane departure warning systems are designed to:

Warn the driver when the vehicle drifts into the next lane.

An example of road rage

Yelling and/or threatening a road user

Why is it important to maximize fuel economy?

You can save money and reduce impact on the environment.

A solid yellow centerline on your side of the road means:

You may not pass

California's "Basic Speed Law" says:

You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions

Why does the risk of crashing rise as the number of passengers under age 21 increases?

Young passengers sometimes fool around and encourage the driver to do risky things.

What information do you need to exchange with the other drivers(s) and any injured persons if involved in a crash??

Your names, Vehicle identification numbers, Insurance information AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:

Your wheels must be 18 inches of the curb.

When preparing to turn, you should:

complete your braking before turning the steering wheel

In a vehicle with advanced driver assistance technology systems, a driver should:

drive as if the vehicle is not equipped with the technologies.

_____________ can increase risk when driving in low light or nighttime conditions.

glare, narrower side vision, and impaired drivers AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

Appropriate hand signal to show that you are stopping:

hand down

A certificate of motor vehicle title demonstrates:

proof of ownership

Drivers who text are up to _________ times more likely to be involved in a crash overall.

8x

People between ages 12 to 18 need between ___________ hours of sleep each day.

9 and 9 1/2

Zero Tolerance alcohol laws for minimum blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) range:

0.00 to 0.02

Grime can reduce headlight effectiveness by as much as :

90%

With a Class C drivers license a person may drive:

A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6,000 pounds.

Which of the following situations describes reckless driving behavior?

A driver intentionally drives recklessly A driver knows their actions will create significant risk. Conditions make the risk obvious and serious. AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

What are four advantages of roundabout intersections over traditional intersections?

1.) Traffic does not stop unnecessarily 2.)Reduces driver waiting time by up to 20% 3.)More environmentally friendly 4.)Crashes are fewer and less serious

To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ______________.

10 to 15 seconds

Most states require a driver to signal at least _________ feet ahead before turning in an urban area.

100 ft.

Drivers should maintain a visual control zone of at least ____________ seconds ahead.

12 to 15 seconds.

You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:

15mph

How much water is needed to carry a car away?

2 feet.

People experience energy dips between midnight and 6 am, and then again from _________________________.

2 pm to 4 pm

Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ____.

25 mph

Mental distractions can last up to _______ seconds.

27

To be safe to use, your vehicle's tires should have a minimum tread depth of _______________.

4/32 of an inch.

You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.

5

As few as ____________ inches of water can cause you to lose control of your vehicle.

6 inches (ur doing great :D)

When driving your hands should be placed on which positions?

8 and 4 o'clock or 9 and 3 o'clock

How can you maximize fuel economy when accelerating?

Accelerate slowly and smoothly when increasing speed.

Vehicles use the most fuel when:

Accelerating

When you are entering a highway, you need to:

Adjust your speed and position to avoid collisions.

Following too closely or tailgating is considered:

Aggressive driving

When faced with dangers close to both sides of your pathway, you should give up:

More space to the side with the more serious consequences.

While driving on a two lane roadway, you encounter a fire truck coming toward you with its siren and emergency lights on. You should:

Move off of the roadway and stop until the fire truck passes you.

Drivers entering a roundabout:

Must yield the right of way to vehicles already within the roundabout.

You may not park your vehicle:

Next to a red painted curb.

You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive:

No faster than 65 mph.

______________ is an effective way to remain awake after becoming sleeping while driving.

Nothing

Animals are especially dangerous when you see them near the roadway because:

Of their size and quick movements.

How many drivers who crashed after falling asleep did not detect any signs of drowsiness before crashing??

One-half

This type of skid occurs when your rear tires lose contact with the road surface.

Oversteer

Which of the following are considered to be vulnerable road users?

Pedestrians, Motorcyclists, Bicyclists AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

When backing straight or to the right

Position your right hand on the back of the passenger seat Grip the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position with your left hand. Move the wheel left or right in the direction in which you want the rear of the vehicle to go. AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

How should you brake if your vehicle has Anti-Locking Breaking System (ABS)?

Press the pedal as hard as you are able and hold

It's raining hard and your vision is so limited that you cannot see the edges of the roadway. There is no rest stop or parking lot in sight. What is your best course of action?

Pull over to the side of the road

If you believe your brakes have failed, your first action should be to __________________.

Pump the brake pedal

What does the P in the PLAN approach stand for?

Purpose

If you encounter a suspected distracted driver, your first step should be:

Put more space between you and the driver

The most effective way to prevent becoming distracted by a cell phone while driving is:

Putting your phone on Do Not Disturb

What should you NOT do when you see the flashing lights of a police officer behind you?

Reach for any object, or into the glovebox, console, or other closed area, or under your seat or down to the floorboard.

Total stopping distance is made of:

Reaction time Braking Time and Breaking Time AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

Before driving an unfamiliar vehicle on public roads, a driver should:

Read the vehicle's owner's manual

When you are driving, it is most difficult to control the space to your:

Rear

To effectively search the total traffic scene, drivers should monitor what area(s)?

To the rear To the sides To the front AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

When reversing direction, you should consider:

Traffic density and speed, Street layout and design, and visibility and line of sight AKA: ALL OF THE ABOVE

What braking is used to smoothly and gradually reduce brake pedal pressure at the end of a braking maneuver, helping to avoid abrupt weight transfer when turning at an intersection or into a curve?

Trail Braking

Drivers of passenger vehicles are at significant risk of serious injury and death when colliding with

Trains

TRUE or FALSE Your intended path of travel is the space into which you can safely direct your vehicle with the least risk.

True

Drivers aged _________ are the group most likely to fall asleep while driving.

Under age 30

You may drive off of the paved road way to pass another vehicle:

Under no circumstances

You may legally block an intersection:

Under no circumstances

Before driving any vehicle equipped with safety technology, the driver should:

Understand the purpose and function of each technology system AND read the vehicle's owner's manual.

What type of skid occurs when your front tires lose contact with that road surface??

Understeer

When you are turning you should

Use extra caution and yield the right of way to other drivers.

The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is:

Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.

A _____________ is a single lane used by drivers to enter and exit a freeway.

weave lane