Driver's Ed

Name 9 tips for driving on an interstate or open highway.

-As your speed increases, look farther ahead -Give particular attention to hidden intersections and driveways -Watch for other vehicles, especially oversized and slow-moving ones -Maintain a safe following distance -Be especially alert to oncoming vehicles because they are only a few feet away on some 2-lane, undivided highway -if you see a line of vehicles approaching, watch for drivers who might be trying to pass -always have a possible "escape route" to avoid colliding with another vehicle

Name 4 important rules about changing lanes.

-Check the side and rear-view mirrors -Check over your shoulder to be certain the blind spot is clear -Signal your intended movement in advance -Proceed with changing lanes

Name the six laws for transporting children in the back of a pick-up truck

-Children less than 16 are not allowed to ride in the open bed of a pick-up truck -Children are allowed to ride in the back if an adult is present in the bed or cargo area of the vehicle and is supervising the child -Children are allowed to ride in the back if the child is secured or restrained by a seat belt manufactured in compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 2018, installed to support a load strength of not less than 5,000 pounds for each belt, and of a type approved by the Commissioner -Children are allowed to ride in the back if an emergency situation exists -Children are allowed to ride in the back if the vehicle is in a parade -Children are allowed to ride in the back if the vehicle is being operated in an agricultural enterprise including providing transportation to and from the place of the enterprise.

Name three things you should do as you approach a railroad crossing.

-Must slow your speed -Keep alert -Watch for the railroad crossing signal

Name 3 important rules about speed.

-Never drive faster than the posted speed limit or at a speed that is unreasonable or unwise given the existing conditions -Allow a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you( the 2 second rule) -The faster you are moving, the farther ahead you must be able to see to allow enough distance for stopping.

What are the 2 times you are allowed to drive on the left side of the roadway?

-On 1-way streets -While passing

List 5 violations and there point values.

-Passing a stopped school bus, 5 points -Reckless Driving, 4 points -Running through stop sign, 3 points -Failure to properly restrain a child in a restraint or seat belt, 2 points -Littering pursuant to G.S. 14-2999 when the littering involves the use of a motor vehicle, 1 point

Name 3 exemptions to the child passenger safety law.

-Situations where all seating positions equipped with child passenger restraint system or seat belts are occupied -Vehicles not required by law to be equipped with seat belts -If there are not available seating positions in the vehicle equipped with a lap and shoulder belt to properly secure the weight appropriate child restraint system, a child under age 8 and between 40 and 80 pounds can be restrained by a properly fitted lap belt only.

Name two special signs used for pedestrians.

-Walk -Don't Walk

How long can you lose your license for a 10 day suspension in school?

12 months

How old do you have to be to get a motorcycle's learner's permit?

16 years old

What is the maximum age to have the ability to get a driver's permit (GDL)?

18 years old

What is the minimum following distance when following a motorcycle?

2 seconds but 3-4 seconds is preferred

How far away must a car horn be heard from?

200 feet away

What are 3 hand signals in driving?

3 hand signals in driving are: -To signal a left turn, hold the arm and hand straight out and point the first finger -To signal a right turn, hold the arm straight out and the forearm and hand straight up, palm facing forward -To signal stopping and slowing down, point the arm and hand down, palm facing back

Max speed limit for: in cities and towns?

35 mph

What percent of collision fatalities are due to alcohol?

38 percent

What is the percentage of all traffic fatalities involve alcohol usage?

38%

Max speed limit for: school buses?

45 mph

What is the maximum speed limit for a school bus?

45 mph

Max speed limit for :school activity buses?

55 mph

Max speed limit for: outside cities and towns?

55 mph

Max speed limit for: interstates?

70 mph

What do you see when you pay attention to all traffic conditions?

A dancing bear

Label a truck's NO ZONES.

A truck's NO ZONES are: -behind the truck -to the sides of the windows -infront of the truck

What is a safe-haven and how does it affect you if you are stopped by a law enforcement officer?

A well-light area. In certain cases you are allowed to continue driving a short distance until you reach the safe haven.

When a school bus stops for passengers on a two-lane roadway, what must happen?

All traffic from both directions must stop.

What is the difference between an interstate and an open highway?

An open road may not be as wide, the lighting is often not as good, and the travel speeds may be higher.

What should you do if you are on medication and need to drive somewhere?

Be especially careful

Why did we give this presentation today?

Because we want to share the road safely with you

What color is a Rest Area sign?

Blue

For information about child safety belts contact:

Bolin Creek Center 730 Martin Luther King Blvd. Chapel Hill, NC 27514-5738 Phone: 1-800-672-4527 or 919-962-2202

Why should I pay attention to traffic rules and laws?

Driving is a privilege, not a right

What should every motor vehicle be equipped with?

Every motor vehicle should be equipped with: -Lights -Mirrors -Brakes -Tires -Steering Lock Operation -Horns and Sirens -Muffler and Exhaust System -Suspension System -Emergency Warning Flashers

If you refuse to take a breathalyzer test, how long can you get your license suspended?

For 1 year

How long will you get your license suspended if you drive 15mph above the speed limit?

For 30 days

How long can you get your license suspended for a DWI?

For at least 1 year

What does the initials GDL stand for?

Graduated driver's license

Fill in the blank: the force that pulls all objects to the Earth is____.

Gravity

Your neighbor is driving a slow moving tractor down the road and traffic is backed up considerably. Explain what should be done when he notices the backed-up traffic.

He should move off the road at the nearest practical location and allow traffic to pass.

What do motorcyclists do to be noticed on NC roads?

Headlight stays on at all times. Must wear approved motorcycle helmet.

What is an Organ Donor Program?

If you wish to be a organ donor you may indicate this on the front of your Driver's license.

What should you do in a crash?

In a crash, you should: -You must stop the vehicle immediately -Take precautions to prevent other crashes at the scene -Do whatever you can to help those who have been injure -Try to ensure that someone informs a law enforcement officer immediately

Can you pass on the right in NC?

It is illegal except in areas where it is permitted.

What are the most common automobile/motorcycle accidents?

Left turn in front of a biker

Why is night driving more dangerous than day driving?

Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because you cannot see as well at night, there are more impaired drivers at night, drivers tend to be tired and less alert at night, a driver can be blinded by the headlights of oncoming vehicles, and dirty windshield and poor lights can cause problems for some drivers.

Fill in the blank: During an average lifetime of driving we face about a ______ chance of being seriously injured or killed in a motor vehicle crash.

One-in-Three

When a school bus stops for passengers on a divided highway of 4 lanes or more with as median separation only traffic.

Only traffic following the bus must stop

When a school bus stops for passengers on a roadway of 4 lanes or more with a center turning lane, what must happen?

Only traffic following the bus must stop.

What color is a construction sign?

Orange

What should a pedestrian always do?

Pedestrians should always: -Walk on the left side of the road facing traffic -Wear or carry something white-do not assume that a driver can see you -At night, remember that is more difficult for drivers to see you-use a flashlight

Fill in the blank: Your driving is affected by your ____ and _____ health.

Physical and mental

What is the first thing you must do if you are stopped by a law enforcement officer?

Pull over to the right, out of the travel portion of the highway.

Fill in the blank: how far your vehicle travels during the time it takes you to act is your _____ distance.

Reaction

What color is a Yield sign?

Red and White

Which side of the road should you drive on?

Right

What are some exemptions to the seat belt law?

Some exemptions to the seat belt law are: -a driver or occupant of a noncommercial motor vehicle with a medical or physical condition that prevents appropriate restraint by a safety belt or professionally certified mental phobia against the wearing of vehicle restraints -A motor vehicle operated by a rural letter carrier of the United States Postal Service while performing duties as a rural letter carrier -A motor vehicle operated by a newspaper delivery person while actually engaged in delivery of newspapers along the person's specified route -A driver or passenger frequently stopping and leaving the vehicle or delivering property from the vehicle if the speed of the vehicle of the vehicle between stops does not exceed 20 mph -Any vehicle registered and licensed as a property-carrying vehicle while being used for agricultural purpose in intrastate commerce -A motor vehicle not required to be equipped by seat safety belts under federal law -Any occupant of a motor home other than the driver and front seat passenger, provided the motor home has at least 4 of the following facilities: cooking, refrigeration or icebox, self-contained toilet, heating or air-conditioning, portable water supply system with a faucet and sink, separate 110-115-volt electrical power supply or an LP gas supply

What does a NO-TURN sign look like?

Square with red or white or black

What should you do when stopped at an intersection?

Take longer to look for bikes

What is the 2 Second Rule?

The 2 Second rule is you should allow two seconds between the time the vehicle ahead of you passes a given point and the time your vehicle reaches the same point.

Explain what the "Two Second Rule" means.

The 2 second rule says that you should allow 2 seconds between the time the vehicle ahead of you passes a given point and the time your vehicle reaches the same point. This means that the car in front of you when it reaches a point you should wait 2 seconds before reaching that point.

What is a railroad crossing sign called?

The crossbuck or the railroad crossing crossbuck sign

Who is required by law to wear a seat belt?

The driver and all passengers in a motor vehicle

Why do motorcyclists use the whole lane?

The whole lane is ours

Why do young drivers have such a high crash rate?

They are inexperienced

Why are older people such a risk while driving and name four things older people should do while driving:

They may not have good vision or hearing and are more likely to develop medical problems. -Drive on familiar roads and streets -Drive short distances -Change their driving habits to fit their capabilities -Avoid heavy and fast-moving traffic

What is the only thing that will help a person who has been drinking alcohol to rid it out of their system?

Time

What does DMV require a full name?

To prevent identity theft and error in motor vehicle records.

Fill in the blank: ______ is the friction that allows a vehicle's tires to grip the road.

Traction

What does a red arrow mean?

Turning traffic must stop.

What should motorcyclists do to protect themselves while riding?

Wear appropriate outer clothing, boots, and eye protection

When does the law extend special consideration to blind pedestrians.

When the blind pedestrian has a white cane or guide dog, they have the right of way

In the event of a car-motorcycle accident, what should you do?

Without endangering yourself or others, make sure the motorcyclists is protected from further traffic incidents while calling 911.

Never move onto a railroad track unless-what?

You are certain that you can drive across safely

What could happen if you pass on the right?

You should stay close to the right edge of the road so that another vehicle cannot move between your vehicle and the curb.

Fill in the blank: A curve that is higher on the outside than it is on the inside is a _____ curve.

banked

Fill in the blank: the distance your vehicle travels from the time you apply the brake until the vehicle stops is your ______ distance.

braking

Fill in the blank: an object's ___________ is the point around which all of the object's weight is evenly balanced.

center of gravity

Fill in the blank:The energy an object has as it moves is its _____________.

energy of motion

Fill in the blank: ____is the force that keeps each tire from slipping on the road.

friction

Fill in the blank: The force with which one moving object hits another object is the force of ___.

impact

Fill in the blank: When you are being passed, you should never _____.

increase your speed

Fill in the blank: Fatigue is a major cause of accidents also. A surprising number of accidents occur because the driver ______.

is tired

Fill in the blank: Alcohol affects your ____ first, which often times make a person think they can drive when they ____.

judgment, cannot

Fill in the blank: Air bags save ____.

lives

Fill in the blank: When you are driving, always yield the right of way to ____.

pedestrians

Fill in the blank: The length of time it takes you to identify, predict, and decide to slow for a hazard is your ____.

perception

Fill in the blank: the distance your car travels during the time it takes you to identify, predict, and decide to slow for a hazard is your ______ distance.

perception

Fill in the blank: the length of time you take to execute your action after you know a hazard will be a problem is your _____ time.

reaction

Fill in the blank: a _____ device is used to hold a vehicle occuptant in place during a collision.

restraint

Fill in the blank: Sometimes children waiting on a school bus will often ____ in front of traffic.

run

When 2 or more cars arrive at a intersection at the same time, which car has the right of way?

the car traveling straight ahead

Fill in the blank: The distance from the point you first see a hazard to the point where your vehicle stops is your ___________ distance.

total stopping

Fill in the blank: Tire _____ is the grooved surface of a tire that grips the road.

tread

Explain the emergency vehicle law: All vehicles, regardless of direction of travel, must

yield right of way to an approaching emergency vehicle. This does not apply to vehicles traveling in the opposite direction of the emergency vehicle(s) when traveling on a 4-lane limited access highway with a center median. this means to drive to the right and stop so the emergency vehicle can get through.