drivers ed module 5 & 6
execute
- 2nd e in see it - adjust speed and/or position as needed
roundabouts
- a circular intersection controlled by yield signs - entries and exits into and out of the circle can be at multiple locations - by yielding at the entry, rather than stopping and waiting for a green light or stopping at a stop sign, significantly reduces delay
evaluate
- first e in see it - make a decision about safe speed and lane positions
in
- i in see it
police and traffic stops
- move to the right side of the road - turn off engine and turn on flashers - when instructed locate, license, registration, and insurance - remain inside the vehicle
characteristics of express ways
- multiple lanes going the same direction - limited access - higher speeds (up to 70 mph) - high speed - controlled access - divided by barrier - only for motorized vehicles - designed to carry a lot of traffic quickly and efficiently
apex
- part of the curb - accelerate out of the apex
exit
- part of the curb - always reduce speed prior to entering the curve and slow prior to the apex
entrance
- parts of the curve - gradually accelerate to lane position 1
right turn risks
- right if way rules not followed - failure to signal - failure to search intersections - failure to stop on red before turning right - turning too wide and crossing into adjacent lane
search
- s in see it - advisory speed signs, oncoming traffic, and road conditions
time
- t in see it
3; search; identify; good
One in every ___ fatal crashes occur at intersections because: a. drivers fail to ________ and identify a safe path of travel when approaching an intersection b. drivers dont _______ or understand the risks c. drivers fail to develop ________ driving habits to effectively manage the risks
more
acceleration and brakin take _____ time
in the rear view mirror
after passing a large truck and before turning to the lane in front of the truck you must signal your intention and you must also see the entire front of the truck and it's wheels ________
stop
at controlled intersections the intersection flow is regulated by _________ signs, yield signs, or traffic signals
weave lane
both an entrance and an exit for an expressway
east to west
even numbers go
Wolf packs
groups of drivers traveling together at higher speeds
1 mile
how long does it take a train traveling 55 mph to stop
150
in shared left lanes you cannot travel more than _______ ft
right side
largest and most dangerous of the trucks blind spots are found
35
mopeds and scooters can't be driven on roadways with speed limits faster than ____ mph
50
more than _____ percent of pedestrian motorist crashes occur at intersections
north to south
odd numbers go
passing on multi lane roads
one of the most dangerous maneuvers a driver can attempt
given
right or way is not a right or privilege - it must be ________
center lanes
safest when traveling straight through
false
t or f. high winds do not cause trucks any driving problems
sloshing
tanker trucks that carry liquid loads are often dangerous. When the liquid inside the tank shifts from side to side causing the center of gravity change in the tank it is this a situation known as
20 feet
the front blind spot or no zone extends up to _________ infrint of the trick
reaction time
time to move your foot to the brake
braking time
time to push down on the brake until the car comes to a complete stop
perception time
time to see and evaluate the situation
3 second rule
use the _____________ to keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the bus
left lane
used to turn left - yield to oncoming traffic
right lane
used when turning right
surging
when a tanker truck stops suddenly the liquid inside the tank rolls from front to back and back to front this is called
dusk to dawn
when animals are most active
mirrors
when approaching an intersection you should check your _______
maintain
when being passed you should _________ your speed
space
when following a motorcycle allow for more __________
horn; rev
when passing a horse drawn carriage do not use the _____ and do not ____ the engine it could scare the horse and cause a crash
direction
when the roadway is divided by physical barriers such as a median, ditch, or guardrail only traffic traveling in the ____________ of the school bus must stop in the school bus has its warning devices on or is loading or unloading passengers
all traffic must stop
when the roadway is not divided by physical barriers such as a median, ditch, or guard rail _______________ when the school bus has its warning device on or is loading or unloading passengers
just over 100 yards
while it takes a car going 55 mph about 265 feet to stop the distance it would take a fully loaded tractor-trailer truck to come to a stop when going about 55 mph is
driver can't see you and you don't have time to react
why is it dangerous to draft a truck
you're crossing multiple lanes and you're in the intersection longer
why left turn is more dangerous than a right turn
dot approved helmet
you must wear a ____________________ when operating a moped
