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If you are traveling at 40 mph and intend to turn right ahead, you should communicate your intentions to other motorists by activating your right turn signal as least .......... feet before the desired turning point
200
Aggressive driving can lower your gas mileage by .........percent at highway speeds and by ..... percent around town
33,5
You should only make a U-turn if you can be seen by oncoming drivers .......feet away and that your turn signal was on at least .........feet from the turning point.
500, 100
What is a U-turn?
A U-turn is any turn executed so as to proceed in the opposite direction
Why is it illegal and unsafe to back a vehicle in any travel lane when you miss a turn?
Because drivers do not expect a vehicle to be backing towards them and may not realize it until it is too late
You do not need an owner's manual with you on a long road trip as you can access any car's owner manual through the internet
False
You do not need to down shift manual transmissions to the proper gear to execute the turn if you are not driving very fast.
False
You need not worry whether your emergency brake is on, when you are parked on a hill, as long as the gear is in a parked position.
False
You should always scan ahead so that you can make multiple decisions to handle all the traffic situation at one time.
False
Should you pass when the driver in front is signaling or otherwise indicating a left or right turn, or changing lanes preparing to pass.
No
Why do you need to sort and/or select your music before driving off in your car?
So that you will not have to adjust your channels while driving
A driver approaching an intersection must yield the right-of-way to traffic already lawfully using the intersection.
True
Adjusting your rear and side mirrors after adjusting your seat before driving off, will remove blind spots around your vehicle, and enable you to see directly behind your vehicle.
True
Check your head restraint to make sure the back of your head is cushioned comfortably as this will safeguard your neck or reduce the severity of neck injury in a crash
True
Driving at steady speed not only increases fuel economy, but it also has a positive effect on exhaust emissions, traffic safety, traffic flow, and passenger comfort
True
Gas mileage decreases rapidly at speeds above 55 mph
True
Repeated acceleration and braking requires a lot of fuel.
True
The minimum tread depth requirement for safety in your tire is 2 3/32 in: enough to provide the traction you need on the road.
True
When executing a turnaround, you should back off the main roadway into the road with the least traffic or driveway
True
When you are stopping on a hill (downgrade), you should down shift and use the engine compression to reduce speed, before braking smoothly and evenly to stop.
True
You should always increase to the proper rpm before shifting to the next higher gear.
True
U-turns are permitted only when they can be made without ........other traffic
endangering
To make a sharp turn while backing up, you would use your right hand as the main steering hand to control the vehicle.
false
U-turns are legal on a highway as long as there is no sign prohibiting it.
false
Where can you use a three-point turn to turnaround?
in a narrow, two-way street.
Always remember that you must signal before making a turn, at least ..........feet in advance (half a block in advance).
100
When ever you stop in traffic, there should be a minimum of ....... feet of distance between the vehicle ahead of you and your vehicle.
15
When you are starting to drive, and accelerating, you should shift up as soon as possible to between ....... and ......... RPM.
2,000, 2,500
You may not make a U-turn in the following places:
all of the above
When you park alongside a curb, the front and back wheels must be parallel and no more than ....... inches from the curb
12
When following other vehicles, drive at a safe distance behind. Use the .....second rule in managing your space.
4
When you first start a car after it has been sitting for more than an hour, it pollutes up to ......times more than when the engine is warm.
5
When making a left turn, drive into the intersection, make turn smoothly and without strain on the engine, braking to about ... to .........mph and stay on the brake until approximately half way into the intersection
5,10
If you don't tailgate, you can avoid unnecessary braking and acceleration and improve your fuel economy by ..........%.
5-10
If the lead driver is being passed by another vehicle, what should you do?. wait until the lead vehicle has been passed, your view of the road ahead is clear, and an acceptable gap is present.
All of the above
When a vehicle is trying to pass, and an oncoming vehicle is too close to the passing vehicle to enable the passing vehicle to complete the pass, what should you do?
Either of the above
A driver entering a traffic circle, sometimes called a rotary, has the right of way over drivers already in the circle.
False
A vehicle entering a roadway from a driveway, alley, private road, or any other place that is not a roadway, has the right of way over traffic on the roadway, and pedestrians.
False
Adjustment of windows, air vents and air conditioners in your car will not help if there is a leakage of carbon monoxide from the exhaust vent into your vehicle
False
At intersections not controlled by signs or signals, or where two or more drivers stop at STOP signs at the same time and they are at right angles to one another, the driver on the right must yield the right of way to the driver on the left.
False
Excessive idling does not actually damage your engine components, including cylinders, spark plugs, and exhaust systems. It actually maintains these components.
False
It is alright to shift gears during a turn as long as you are driving slowly.
False
It takes less energy to cool a hot car than it does to cool a medium-sized home in Atlanta, Georgia during the summer!
False
On multi lane highways, you need not check all lanes when changing lanes if everyone is traveling slowly.
False
Skipping a gear is fine as long as you do it smoothly.
False
Steering skills are not of paramount importance to safe driving, as long as you drive slowly.
False
Stopping suddenly is dangerous as it will wear out your tires.
False
The proper hand position on a steering wheel is at "10 and 2 o'clock".
False
The push pull steering method is not recommended by experts.
False
When driving on a highway, if there is more than one lane for traffic going in the same direction, travel in the farthest left driving lane, unless passing or turning to the right.
False
When turning, you should change lanes before completing the turn.
False
When you are making a left turn into a two-way road, as you cross the intersection, you should enter the two-way road to the left of its centerline, but as close as possible to the centerline.
False
When you turn your car, you should let the steering wheel slide through your hands, and not maintain a firm grip in order to have more flexibility.
False
When you turning into a one-way road from a two-way road, you should approach the turn with your left wheels as close as possible to the centerline, and make the turn after reaching the center of the intersection, and turn into the right lane of the road you enter.
False
You should always warm up your engine by racing it.
False
Why do you check for any pool of oil or liquid that might have collected under the car on a daily basis?
If you notice any thing abnormal, there is probably a problem with your car
In order to drive at a steady speed and avoid unnecessary braking and accelerating, what should a driver do?
It is important for the driver to anticipate surrounding traffic
Why are rear-end accidents are very common. ?
They are caused from drivers following too closely to be able to stop before hitting the vehicle ahead when it suddenly stops.
What is the main usefulness of a cell phone while on a long road trip. ?
To call for a tow truck or 911 in an emergency
In order to be able to drive straight you should look further down the road.
True
Maintaining proper hand position on the steering wheel, will enable you to turn the wheel smoothly and efficiently and still remain in control of your vehicle.
True
On a hot summer day, at speeds over 40 mph, the drag caused by open windows eats up more gas than a working air conditioner.
True
Overtaking is a decision making process that depends on: * Weather Conditions * Relative Speeds of the Two Vehicles * Road Signs and Pavement Markings
True
The 8 and 4 o'clock position is normally used when driving vehicles equipped with driver side air bags.
True
The 9 and 3 o'clock position will allow you to maintain control of the steering wheel in the case of a collision and the deployment of the air bags.
True
The efficiency of a car engine increases when a high engine load is used (giving more gas at low engine RPM (revolutions per minute)).
True
Unless signs tell you otherwise, you may make a U-turn when you are given the go-ahead by a green arrow left-turn traffic signal, provided it is not prohibited and you yield to other traffic.
True
When approaching an intersection, and you are in in doubt as to who was there first, you should ALWAYS yield the right of way. Never insist on it.
True
When you are following motorcycles or bicycles, you need an extra cushion of space in order to avoid the rider if he/she skids
True
You can use the same gear going up hill or going down hill
True
When executing a turnaround, even though traffic is clear, what should you do before backing
Use 4-way hazard lights and tap horn before backing
You are stopped at a stop sign, and you are going to go straight through the intersection. A driver on the intersecting road has stopped at a stop sign on your left, and is also going to go straight through. What should you do?
You have the right of way to go straight through
You are coming to a traffic circle, and as you are about to enter the circle, there is a car in the circle to your left. What should you do?
You have to stop and yield the right of way to the car and enter the circle when the space in the roundabout in front of you is clear.
You are stopped at a red light. A pedestrian steps into the crosswalk, and then your light turns green. What should you do?
You must wait for the pedestrian to cross, even though her light has turned red.
How do you keep control of your backward movement when backing your car?
You should release the pressure on the brake pedal slightly while still keeping tension on the brake pedal
When you are stopping on a hill (upgrade) what should you do to slow down before applying your service brake lightly for a smooth stop?
You should take your feet of the accelerator
What should you do, when the vehicle to be passed is towing a trailer, has an open trunk lid, ice or snow on the rear window, or objects in the rear window.
You should use extra caution when trying to pass
You are about to enter an intersection and your light is green, and traffic is backed up on the other side and you cannot get all the way through the intersection. What should you do?
You should wait until traffic ahead clears, so you do not block the intersection.
When changing lanes,it is important to be able to see clearly ..........as well as to the..... of the vehicle, and have enough ..... and ....... to be able to change lanes safely.
ahead, rear, time, space
When you are stopping on a hill (upgrade), after slowly coming to a stop, you should ....... before shifting into neutral.
apply parking brake
When you park headed uphill, you turn your front wheels ........ the curb
away from
When traveling from a one-way road to turn into a two-way road, you should enter the two-way road to the right of the center line. Be alert for traffic, especially motorcycles, as it is ..... to ....their....and .........
difficult, judge, speed, distance.
Backing up around a sharp corner is fine if you are doing it very slowly.
false
When executing a turn, begin accelerating and .........steering as the car reaches the curb line, and the wheels are starting to enter the intersection.
hand over hand
When you shift your gear to a higher ratio, up between 2,000 and 2,500 revolutions for both gas and diesel fueled cars, part of the power of a passenger car's engine is lost by ........, and these losses ....... with engine speed.
internal friction, increase
When you park headed downhill, you turn your front wheels .... the curb.
into
When you intend to turn left, prepare to turn by getting into the .........lane or the left side of a ........ lane roadway
left, single
When backing into an alley way on right side of street, you should make ..... signal, brake carefully to stop about ........feet from curb, with your car past alley or driveway about......... feet
right, 4, 2
A long trip means a .......... examination of your car.
serious
Why do you want to straighten your car front wheel and then position your hands on the steering wheel at the 9 and 3 o'clock position before driving off?
so that every time your hands are straight and level you know your car's wheels are straight.
When intending to pass another vehicle, you should activate the left turn signal at least 100 feet (200 feet if going over 40 mph) before executing passing maneuver , and allow the signal to flash at least ........times.
three
When you are starting on a hill (upgrade), with park brake set and left foot on the clutch, and having place transmission in gear, you should release the clutch slowly to ........, before releasing park brake and accelerating.
to friction point
For either uphill or downhill parking, if there is no curb, turn the wheels ..... the side of the road
towards
When you are backing,you should have your head turned towards the right rear of your vehicle, so you can see any objects through the rear view window on the right side and rear of the vehicle.
true
Several short trips taken from a cold start can use ....... as much fuel as a longer multi-purpose trip covering the same distance when the engine is warm.
twice
To be a good driver what should you not do?
use the lowest gear possible and drive with high engine RPM.
If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach an intersection at about the same time, a driver turning left must .......... approaching traffic ........ or .............
yield to, going straight, turning right.
When you are starting on a hill (upgrade), with your transmission in gear, what should you do, after releasing the parking brake, to keep the vehicle from rolling down.?
you should accelerate slightly