how to drive chapters 1-4
you should direct your attention how many seconds ahead
20 to 30 and to both sides of your intended travel
drivers error causes what percent of traffic crashes
90
pre-drive sequence
Check for packages or other objects that could block your view or strike an occupant secure loose objects and new drivers should NOT listen to the radio
where is it important to maintain open space
in front of on the sides of and in the back of your vehicle
when the turn signal is moved down what way are you trying to go
left
traction
the adhesion,friction or grip between the tires and the road surface
how to wear your seat belt
as low as possible across your hips
what age has the highest fatality rate
16 y/o
do you have to check the spare tire for proper inflation
NOPE
your hazard flashers are a way of what
communication system
what ot inspect outside the vehicle
headlights,break lights,taillights
using the right foot
rest the heel of your right foot on the floor centered in front of the brake pedal, this allows u to pivot easier
when the turn signal is moved up what way are you trying to go
right
Gravity
the invisible force that keeps our feet on the ground also affects vehicle traction and performance
when can drivers obtain a full license
17/18
what percent of drivers believe that the odds of being involved in a crash is less than 1 in a thousand
30 percent
what percent of new drivers will be charged with a traffic offense in the first 12 months
50
what percent believes that if they were in a crash that it wouldn't be there fault
90 %
when you have your learners permit who can be in the car
Adult licensed driver no other passengers can be in the front seat
Adjusting the drivers side mirror
Place your head against the left side window so you can just barely see the side of the car in the right mirror
emergency braking with ABS
apply maximum pressure, helps drivers maintain steering control during hard maneuvers
When is the chance of a crash greater
at night
how do you most effectively control a vehicles balance
by sitting in an upright position directly behind the steering wheel
what are the 3 guidelines of driving
consider the chance of a dangerous situation developing, identify alternative actions and determine the consequences of each,prepare to change speed or direction to control the situation
what do headlights do
control power to parking lights
9 steps of moving forward
foot on brake, shift to drive,release the parking brake,signal,check all mirrors,check over shoulders, pivot foot from brake to gas,accelerate gently,steer into proper lane
three driving techniques
hand to hand,hand over hand,one hand steering
approaching the vehicle 2 things to do
have your keys in your hand and be alert to pedestrians and drivers
when should cruise control not be used
heavy traffic,rain,snow,icy or other slick surfaces,and reduced traction conditions
what happens when a vehicle is stopped
its suspension and traction are stabilized
3 good habits
keep foot on the brake pedal and set parking brake,turn off all accessories and lights,checks mirrors and over your shoulder for traffic
backing to the left
look over left shoulder and grip steering wheel at the 12 o clock position
what happens if your not in an upright position
more difficult to steer
what percent of occupant fatalities occur as a result of single car crashes
more then 50%
maintaining control
move car slowly,make sure path is clear to the rear and sides
how to steer a vehicle smoothly
need a visual target to use as a reference
Does completing a drivers education course mean that people will drive safely
no
how many inches should a driver sit in front of the steering wheel
no closer then 10 inches
do most drivers believ there at fault in a collision
noooooo
one hand
not recommended should only be used when reversing in a straight line
what drivers have a crash rate four times higher then experienced drivers
novice/ no experience
high/low headlight switch
older cars, the switch is mounted on the floor beneath the parking brake and is operated by pressing on the switch with your left foot
where are windshield wipers and washers not located
on the drivers floor
total stopping time consist of
perception,reaction and braking distance
forming good habits
place foot on brake before starting car,make sure cars in park,turn key clockwise to start engine,when engine starts release key,let engine idle for 15-20 seconds,check gauges,turn on low beam lights,drive at a moderate speed
Adjusting the passengers side mirror
position your head so that its centered under the inside rearview mirror or above the center console
what should be preformed every time you drive
pre-driving checks
what can a parent teen driving agreement do
provide a way to set goals and expectations and avoid misunderstandings
hand to hand
push and pull or feed steering slight finger or wrist movement
The amount of weight change and the drivers ability to control the vehicle is influenced by
rate of acceleration,brake application,steering input,surface traction
5 factors that influence the effect of inertia
sharpness of the turn or curve,speed,size height weight and load of vehicle,roadway slope,roadway surface condition
if you steer quickly what happens
shift of weight from one side of the car to the other
having an upright position behind the steering wheel results in what
smooth operation of brakes,accelerator and steering
vehicle suspension balance is
the distribution of the weight of the vehicle on the chassis
traction varies with what
vehicles speed,tire conditions and roadway surface
vehicle suspension side to side
vehicles weight will shift in the opposite direction of the turn
vehicle suspension front to rear
weight shifts to the rear the rear tires increase in size and the front tires decrease in size
vehicle suspension rear to front
when the brakes are applied the vehicles weight is transferred to the front
where do u tend to steer
where your looking
what can reduce motor vehicle crashes
working as a team with their new drivers ed instructors to instill driving behaviors
4 characteristics of risk
Risk is always present, perceived risk is different from actual risk,risk is affected by all road users,risk can be managed
What is one of the major differences between new and experienced drivers
The ability to judge the level of risk
where should your head be when you position your side mirrors
against the left side window