Permit Knowledge Test CT

steering wheel locks

Never turn your vehicle's ignition to the "lock" position while it is still in motion or the steering will lock and you will lose control of your vehicle.

which lane should you ride in?

On a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction, except to pass, stay in the right lane. On a road with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction, use the center travel lane if there is a lot of entering or exiting traffic. Unless told to do so by officials, never drive on the shoulder of the road.

Braking system

Only your brakes can stop your vehicle. If they do not seem to be working properly, make a lot of noise, emit an unusual odor, or the brake pedal goes to the floor, have a mechanic check them. Also if the vehicle pulls to one side when the brake is applied.

no one can drink and drive safely. The fines for doing so are very rough...

People who drive after drinking risk heavy fines, higher insurance rates, loss of license, and even jail sentences.

what if your brakes fail

Pump the brake pedal several times. This will often build up enough brake pressure to allow you to stop. If that does not work, use the parking brake. Pull on the parking brake handle slowly so you will not lock the rear wheels and cause a skid. Be ready to release the brake if the vehicle does start to skid. If that does not work, start shifting to lower gears and look for a safe place to slow to a stop. Make sure the vehicle is off the roadway. Do not drive the vehicle without brakes.

under 18 you are considered a youthful offener

Reckless driving Operating while under suspension Evading responsibility following an accident involving property damage or non-serious injury Street racing Disregarding a police officer's signal to stop or increasing speed to elude an officer

headlight failure

Slow down gradually and pull off the road as soon as possible. Try the headlight switch a few times. If that does not work, put on the emergency flashers; turn on signals or fog lights if you have them. Do not operate your vehicle.

Keep extra space between your vehicle and parked cars because..

Someone could step out from a parked vehicle or from between vehicles or a parked vehicle could also pull out.

space to cross

Stopping halfway across traffic is only safe when there is a median divider large enough for your vehicle. Do not stop in a divider where part of your vehicle is sticking into traffic. If you are turning left, make sure there are no vehicles, bicycles or pedestrians blocking your path. You do not want to be caught waiting for a path to clear Even if you have the green light, do not start across the intersection if there are vehicles blocking your way. You can get a ticket for blocking an intersection. Never assume another driver will share space with you or give you space. For example, do not assume that you can turn just because an approaching vehicle also has a turn signal on. This is particularly true of motorcycles. Wait until the other driver actually starts to turn, then go if it is safe to do so. When you cross railroad tracks, make sure you can cross without having to stop on the tracks.

In some areas where there is a lot of icy weather, special studded tires are available, however, these tires can cause road damage and are not allowed on certain roads or areas. In CT...

Studded tires are permitted in Connecticut from November 15th through April 30th

why should you never ever use your high beams when following a truck at night

The glare in the large side mirrors can blind the truck driver

Why do bridges and overpasses have a lot of ice on them?

The pavement on bridges can be icy even when other pavement is not. This is because bridges do not have earth underneath them to help insulate them against the cold and thus can be colder and icier than other roadways.

If you are approaching the entrance ramp to a highway, allow entering traffic to merge safely. To get on the highway...

When on the entrance ramp, check for an opening in the main flow of traffic that will allow you to merge safely. Never go all the way across several lanes of traffic from an on-ramp.

hand over hand

When turning sharp corners, turn the steering wheel using the "hand-over-hand" technique. When you complete a turn, straighten out the steering wheel by hand.

space to enter

When you enter into traffic, try to enter at the same speed that traffic is moving. High-speed roadways generally have ramps to give you time to build up your speed. Use the ramp to reach the speed of other vehicles before you pull onto the road. Do not drive to the end of the ramp and stop or you will not have enough room to get up to the speed of traffic. Also, drivers behind you will not expect you to stop. If they are watching the traffic on the main road, you may be hit from the rear. If you have to wait for space to enter a roadway, slow down on the ramp so you have some room to speed up before you have to merge onto the main road.

Does state law permits passing of slow moving traffic, and pedestrians, parked or standing vehicles, animals, bicycles, mopeds and scooters in no passing zones.

Yes, You may cross over a double yellow line in these instances; however, you must make sure you can see far enough ahead to enable you to safely pass before attempting this passing maneuver.

without abs

You can cause the vehicle to go into a skid if you brake too hard. Apply the brakes as hard as you can without locking them. • If the brakes lock up, you will feel the vehicle start to skid. Quickly let up on the brake pedal. • As soon as the vehicle stops skidding, push down on the brake pedal again. Keep doing this until the vehicle has stopped.

How to check tire pressure?

You can check tire pressure using the recommended psi (pounds per square inch) located in the vehicle owner's manual or the driver's side door jamb of the vehicle. Use a tire pressure gauge to check your psi.

slow down when driving on gravel and dirt because...

You do not have as much traction on gravel or dirt roads as you do on concrete or asphalt roads. When driving on gravel or dirt, you must slow down. It will take you much longer to stop and it is also much easier to skid when turning.

hills and curves

You have to be able to see at least one-third of a mile (about 10 seconds) ahead. Any time your view is blocked by a curve or a hill, you should assume that there is an oncoming vehicle just out of sight. DO not pass if you are within one-third of a mile of a hill or curve check mirrors when going down hills or mountains

engine

a bad engine could lose power , and it is needed to drive, which can be bad if there is an emergency. It may not start, poor fuel economy, bad for the air, can die while your on the road

be careful when slowing down after passing a bicylist because

a bike brake is not as good as a car so they could crash

can motercycles share a lane?

a motercycle can have its own lane and two motercycles can share a lane, do not pass them in the same lane

Any 16- or 17-year old found violating Connecticut's cell phone law will be charged with...

a moving violation

in order to not be distracted...

adjust vehicle before leaving, do not talk in stressful conversations, keep kids and pets occupied. stay focused pay attention. pull over if you need to do something necessary, dont do it on the road

seat belts must be warn even if the car has..

air bags

drugs and driving

along with alcohol, drugs can also impair your driving ability, this can even be true for over the counter or prescription drugs. check the label about side effects on a drug before you drive, ask your doctor. never drink and drug at the same time, can multiply the effects.

horse back riders

also protected by rules of the road and can ride on the edge or right shoulder or lane. Reduce speed to avoid striking a horse or scaring it. drive at a reasonable speed and distance from the horse. Do not sound your horn or create loud unusual noises

mirrors

always check your mirrors before you drive

what is distracting driving

anything that takes your attention away from driving. do not takes eyes off of the road or hands off of the steering wheel

U turns

are not legal where there is a no u turn sign. do not do them on expressways. give a turn signal, Proceed into the outside or right hand lane traveling in the opposite direction

blind spots

areas that the driver cannot see. do not drive in them. avoid either side and the rear because drivers cannot see you. either speed up or drop back when passing another vehicle, get through their blind spots as quickly as possible

left turns

avoid cutting the corner so sharply that you run into someone approaching from the left. However, be sure to leave room for oncoming vehicles to turn left in front of you.

stopping

be alert for when you have to stop, and dont do it suddenly if you are panicly or it can affect other drivers. braking quickly can cause a skid and you can lose control. be alert so you know in advance when you have to stop.

when using your horn

be carefull with the horn. do not use it to great people or friends. use a light tap on the horn if you need to quickly get someones attention in a non emergency situation. be careful because stressed out motorists can be offset with the horn

When the temperature is around the freezing point, ice can ...

become wet. This makes it more slippery than at temperatures well below freezing.

bicyclists with roads covered in gravel or dirt?

bikes cannot brake or turn as quickly when road is wet or not paved

driving too slow

can be just as bad as speeding. it causes vehicles to bunch up behind you and slows down and interups the flow of traffic. pull over to the side to let people pass if you do so, and consider driving faster or on roads where you can drive slower

aggressive driving or road rage

can cause many serious problems on our highways, including the deaths of drivers and passengers. Both new and veteran drivers must be aware of aggressive driving and road rage and must know how to deal with each when they occur. In particular, aggressive driving can occur sometimes without the driver even knowing it, yet it affects others with whom they share the road. Most people know that driving is a privilege and comes with responsibilities. One of those is self-control

During the next six months,

can have members of immediate family in the car

During the first 6 months of being a newly lisenced driver,

can only have a driving instructor, parents, one person at least 20, had lisence for 4 years, was not suspended

rain think fog or snow

can only see 200 ft ahead in heavy downpour you may not even be able to see far enough t drive.

it is safest to drive in the ____ of your lane

center

starting

check how to best start the vehicle. make sure the parking brake is on when you start the vehicle

when backing up,

check your vehicle before getting in, turn and look over your right shoulder to see through the rear window. back slowly. use a person outside the vehicle if possible

8-15 or 60 lbs or more

child restraint or seat belt

winsheild , wipers, windows

clear all ice snow and frost off of winsheild before driving windsheild wipers help wipe off rain and other stuff from winsheilds, check them to make sure they are in good condition have damaged windsheilds replaced.

suspension system

controls your vehicle and makes for a smoother ride over surfaces. have a mechanic check if your vehicle bounces or is hard to control

A vehicle that is in bad shape ....

costs more to maintain and is dangerous

seat belts

ct has a mandatory seat belt law, always wear seat belts

on packed snow, you should do what to your speed

cut it in half (use snow tires or chains if there is snow)

no - zones

danger areas around these vehicles where crashes are more likely to occur. these are in the side front and rear try not to drive in them

if you miss your turn, or exit,

do not back up, take the next one

signaling lights

do not complete a turn or switch lanes until you signal first, and when you are done turn it off. dont cut people off when they do so either

Call the police to report any instances of aggressive driving when you arrive at your destination.

do not deal with road rage on your own, leave it for the police

distracted driving fines are _____ for anyone using a cell phone in a work zone

doubled

why is drinking and driving so dangerous?

drinking alcohol affects your judgement, the areas of the brain that controls it. you do not know that you have had too much to drink, until it is too late. it slows your reflexes and your reaction time. you will have trouble seeing and will be less alert

If you are pulled over by the police, you should

drive to the right and pull over Limit the movements of the driver and/or passengers while stopping your vehicle. Drivers should keep their hands on the steering wheel and passengers should keep their hands in plain view. Obtain your driver license and/or vehicle registration when requested. keep all vehicle doors closed as the officer approaches, and remain in the vehicle unless requested to get out. • If at night, turn on the vehicle's interior light after stopping and before the officer approaches. if you disagree with an officer do not argue with them or you will be charged

push pull

driver's knuckles should be facing outward as the hands are holding the steering wheel firmly on the outside rim. Push one hand to the 12 o'clock position letting the wheel slide through the other hand. Bring that hand to the 1 or 11 o'clock position and then pull down. The other hand slides back to the original starting position. Continue as necessary until the process is complete. If this is done correctly, the two hands will never cross and will remain on the wheel at all times

if your tires lose traction with the road:

ease foot off of the gas petal, keep the steering wheel straight (only turn for an emergency and when doing so do it very slow or else you can skid) try not to stop or turn until tires can grip the road

emotions and driving

emotions can also affecting your driving, stay off the road until you are calmed down, try to cool yourself off. keep your mind off of things, listen to the radio, but do not be distracted. leave a few minutes early so you are not impatient and are not nervous and speeding have someone else drive.

You should have your eyes checked every...... by a specialist

every year or two

if someone driving tries to pick a fight, maintain eye contact t or f

false This can be seen as a challenging gesture and can incite the other driver to violence. Get out of the way and do not acknowledge the other driver. If a motorist pursues you, do not go home. Instead, drive to a police station, convenience store, or other public and well-lit location where you can get help.

what should you do if another vehicle has their high beams on still?

flash your high beams a couple times and if they fail to dim it look to the right edge of the road.

speed limits

follow speed limit signs no matter what, but they are posted for ideal conditions. if roads are wet are icy, you will need to adjust and slow your speed. even if you are speed limit you can get a ticket if you drive too fast for conditions.

when there is no signs to control turning, turn soo....

from the lane that is closest to the direction you want to go and turn into the lane closest to the one you came from. This way, you will cross the fewest lanes of traffic.

2-4 or 30-39 lbs

front facing child restraint

Your vehicle is required to be inspected at an...

have an emissons inspection at an inspection station, if it does not pass, you have 60 days to fix the problem.

pedestrians

have special safety and the right of way.

motercycles

have the same rights on the roadway, it can be hard to see them and determine what they want to do

lights

headlights, park lights, emergency lights

exhast system

helps reduce noise from the engine cools hot gases coming from the running engine and moves the gases to the rear Leaky gases are very dangerous never start to run the motor in the garage, if so, open a window, have the exhast system checked periodically

horn

horn is an important warning divice to other drivers, only use it as a warning device, not to greet friends

When you go faster on wet roadways, tires will ride up on the water likes skis. in heavy rainfall this can occur. This is known as

hydroplanning. you can prevent it by slowing down in the rain or when road is wet

also make sure you can reconize other distractive drivers.

if another driver seems to be occupied and distracted, stay away from them .

only drive if you are healthy!

if you are sick, stay home and do not drive or have someone else do it. sickness can affect your driving and can cause a crash. medicine can also affect driving

how do you know if it is safe to return to the driving lane?

if you can see both of the headlights of the vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror

if you drink, when can you drive?

if you drink, do not drive any amount of alcohol can affect your driving. there is no way to sober up, time is the only thing that can help you. arrage a designated driver or use public trasportation. do not drink and drive

there are also many areas where you are not allowed to park

intersection crosswalk/sidewalk 25 feet of a stop sign 25 feet of pedestrian safety test 10 feet from a fire hydrant more than 1 foot from the curb blocking a driveway or road on a bridge/overpass/tunnel wrong side of the street no double parking railroad tracks no parking signs in a bike lane

round abouts

intersections that are controlled by a circular island in the center. They may have one lane or two lanes. Entering traffic must yield the right-of-way to circulating traffic. Each road approaching them is marked with a yield sign and may also have yield line markings on the pavement. They are easy to use. Simply position your vehicle correctly and use your turn signals to indicate where you want to go.

darkness

it is harder to see at night , high beams will let you see 400 feet ahead

tire conditions

it is important for tires to constantly be in good condition and have good air in them

scanning and looking ahead

it is important to constantly be scanning the road and checking for dangers, looking ahead, to the sides, and rear. by looking ahead, you are safer and save money on fuel

stop with hands?

left arm out extended downward

left turn with hand

left hand outward and straight

right turn with hand?

left hand outward extended upward or right hand extended

tailgating

maintain a safe distance from other vehicles

loose objects

make sure there are no loose objects in the vehicle that can hit someone in the event of a crash.

to prevent fatigue while driving

make sure to get a good nights sleep the night before a drive, schedule breaks per 2 hrs or 100 miles while driving, talk to someone, but do not distract yourself, avoid medicine and alchol

when waving to another driver,

make sure to use all of your fingers (people may mistake it for other gestures)

parking

make sure your vehicle is not a hazard when parking park in a designated area Always set your parking brake when you park. Leave the vehicle in gear if it has a manual transmission or in "park" if it has an automatic transmission. Check traffic before you open the door. Get out of the vehicle on the curbside if you can. If you have to use the street side, check traffic before you get out. Shut the door as soon as you can after getting out. Never leave the ignition keys in a parked vehicle. It is a good habit to lock the doors whenever you leave your vehicle. If you must park on a roadway, park your vehicle as far away from traffic as possible. If there is a curb, park as close to it as you can. When you park on a hill, turn your wheels sharply towards the side of the road or curb. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll downhill, it will roll away from traffic

Before you turn left across traffic, look for a safe opening in the traffic. Remember, oncoming traffic, including bicycles, always has the right-of-way. Look to the street onto which you are turning to make sure that no vehicles, bicycles or pedestrians are in your path - this would leave you stuck in the path of oncoming traffic. Look one more time in the direction of oncoming traffic before you turn.

memorize

Make room for entering vehicles on a roadway that has two or more lanes, to do so...

move over a lane

as a bicyclist,

must ride on the right side of the roadway and follow rules (ride in the left of a right turn lane if going straight) use hand signals to tell others where they are going yield to pedestrains wear a helmet if under 16, if older, it is required try to wear brightly colored clothing

can you pass on the shoulder of the road?

never pass on the shoulder of the road because other drivers may not expect you there and pull off of the road

rectangle white sign with 180 degree black arrow and red circle and line going through

no u turn

are bald tires better with traction?

no, Bald or badly worn tires will lose traction at much lower speeds

should you take two hazards at a time?

no, take them one at a time.

can seat belts trap you in the car?

no, they protect you and it takes only a second to undo them

can you drive with headphones in that cover both ears?

no, this is illegal in many states because you cannot hear what is going on

If there are no reduced speed limits posted at work zones, drivers should:

obey the normal speed limit

work zones signs have

orange background with black letters.

failure to turn, you may turn after stopping at a red light (if there is no sign that says not to)

otherwise avoid the right hand lane

if you need to use your cell phone,

park or pull over to the side of the road and use it

vulnerable users include

pedestrians, bicyclists, wheelchair users, a person riding or driving an animal, and highway workers. Vulnerable users are at greater risk of serious injury or death than vehicle occupants in a crash. Because of this greater vulnerability, drivers need to exercise special care around these roadway users

Before going on a road trip, or once eery month check tires, way way is by using the..

penny test

Operator Retraining Program for Repeat Offenders

people who continue to commit moving violations are required to go to this program if you make two 24 and younger if you make three 25 and older after training if another violation is made within three years, 30 day lisence suspension

fatige is...

physical or mental tiredness that can be caused by physical or mental strain, repetitive tasks, illness or lack of sleep and it impairs vision or judgement

rumble strips are...

places along sides of the road to alert tired or drowsy drivers that they are drifting off of the road. they are raised or grooved patterns installed in the pavement of shoulders or directly in travel lanes. When a vehicle's tires pass over them, you are alerted by a sudden and loud rumbling sound followed by a loud vibration of the vehicle. If you run over a shoulder rumble strip, pull off the road at a safe place immediately and check your alertness level.

yield the right of way to.....

police or law enforcement officer pedestrians to bikes when bike path intersects a roadway absolute right of way to blind person (no horn) drivers going left must yield to drivers going straight drivers entering a traffic circle must yield to who is already in it at an intersection, yield to vehicles coming from the right at a 4 way stop, who was there first goes first drivers entering a main roadway yields for who is already on the main road emergency vehicle on the roadway, pull to the right and wait for them to pass for a school bus that is flashing its lights, no matter which side you are on. wait till flashing stops and be aware for children trains crossing

if you are in an emergency situation..

pull over to the shoulder of the road. turn on emergency flasher. if you cannot get off a roadway, stop in a visable area. use emergency flashers, or a white cloth is you have one. never stand in the roadway.

slow down at the first sign of...

rain, drizzle, or snow because it will make the roadway slippery and the tires cannot grip the road as well as it would do if it were dry

space ahead

rear ended crashes are very common. Use the three second rule to make sure there is enough room between the front of your vehicle and the back of another

under 2 of less than 30 pounds

rear facing child restraint

5-7 or 40-59 lbs

rear or front booster seat with seat belt

on ice, how slow should you drive

reduce speed to a crawl it is very dangerous to drive on ice. if possible to not drive at all

After you change lanes when passing, make sure to then...

return to your lane only if you know you have the space to do so. do not count on other drivers to make room for you

diamond yellow sign with black arrows going in a circle in the middle

roundabout sign

on cold or wet days where is it the iciest spots

shady spots can be icy. These areas freeze first and dry out last

trouble spots

shopping centers rush hours toll plazas narrow bridges/tunnels schools and playgrounds railroad crossings

the rear wheels follow a

shorter path than the front ones

railroad crossing

slow down and look up and down the tracks to make sure that no trains are coming. Even if you have never seen a train at that crossing before, do not assume that none are coming. Assuming that a train is not coming is one of the leading causes of fatalities at railroad crossings. Make sure there is room for your vehicle on the far side before you cross the tracks. At crossings with more than one track, wait until the passing train is well down the track before starting to cross. The train that just passed may hide another one that is approaching.

curves

slow down when turning and before entering a curve because if you are driving too fast your car will lose traction and will not be able to grip the road so the vehicle will skid. slow down before entering the curve because if you are too late and brake during the curve your vehicle will skid.

at a roundabout, make sure to

slow down, and use your turn signal (right turn signal) going counter clockwise

slow moving vehicles

some vehicles have to travel slower than others, spot them early so you can change lanes or pass.

why should you not drive next to drivers in multilane roads?

someone may crowd your lane or try to change lanes

when making a turn, trucks

sometimes have to swing left or right when making a turn. In fact, their blind spots may stretch up to 20 feet in front of the cab and approximately 200 feet behind the truck.

what is a space cusion?

space between you and everyone else, more space more time you have to react

if you are about to make a right turn, do not pass a bicylist. also, always pay attention and consider their

speed

accelerating

speed gradually and smoothly. Trying to start too fast can cause the drive wheels to spin, particularly on slippery surfaces, and cause the vehicle to slide.

"split the difference" between hazards

steer a middle course between oncoming and parked vehicles. However, if one is more dangerous than the other, leave a little more space on the dangerous side. If the oncoming vehicle is a tractor-trailer, leave a little more room on the side that the truck will pass.

to avoid a collision

stop, turn, or speed up

drivers under 18 cannot use a cell phone at all, not even if it is hands free t or f

t

if you turn on your wipers, you must turn on your headlights t or f

t

stopping at 60 mph does not take twice the distance it takes at 30 mph, as one might think, but over three times the distance. t or f

t

you need space behind to stop and pick up passengers t or f

t

tailgated

tailgated is when you are being too closely followed by other vehicles. if so, and there is a right lane, move to it and then reduce speed. if not, continue to slow down to encourage the driver to pass

do not block the left lane because

that is for passing and yield to any vehicle that wants to pass

dim your headlights when approaching a motercycle because

the blinding effect of high beams is worse and they they cannot see

be sure to wear both parts of the seat belt,

the lap and the shoulder belt

If a child's age and weight, use ....

the more restrictive requirement

right of way

there are specific times where you must yield the right of way to drivers and allow them to go first, you must follow those rules always even when there is no sign to say so

if you are found drinking and driving and you are under 21,

there is a zero law tolerance. any measurable amount of alcohol in your blood is considered harmful. If you are placed under arrest for DUI, you may be asked to submit to testing. If your test results are .02 percent or higher, the police will make a report to the Commissioner and your operator's license will be suspended for at least 45 days. You will be required to install and maintain an ignition interlock device (IID) as a condition of reinstatement. The IID will be required for at least one year or possibly more, depending on the number of prior offenses on your driving record.

trucks and similar vehicles are longer than cars so...

they move slower and have greater stopping and turning distances.

Never follow a truck at a time interval of less than ____ seconds.

three

only pass a bicylist if there is a minimum of...

three feet distance between you and the bicylist

how many seconds should you signal before turning

three seconds

speeding and how to avoid it

to avoid speeding check the speedometer and notice and adjust your speed if you realize you are going too fast. the faster your vehicle is going, the more distance it will take to turn and stop. adjust speed to speed limit and road conditions

use your signals!

to warn other drivers of what you are driving, or else they will not be able to know. signal when you turn, even if there are not other people around, you can always miss poeple and should get into the habit.

if a vehicle is hit to the side, you will be thrown,

towards the side that you were hit

hand held divices or phones may not be used on the highways t or f?

true

You may pass slow moving vehicles, including bicyclists, in a no passing zone if you can make the maneuver safely t or f

true suprisingly

when turning with a bicylist,

turn carefully because the bike could come into the road. dont turn sharply or force them off of the road

anyone convicted of speeding, disobeying traffic control devices, using an improper lane or endangering a highway worker within a work zone could face fines

up to 1,000 dollars. they also can be assessed points against his or her driver's license and may be required to complete the driver retraining program

how can you tell if you are driving too fast for conditions?

use four second rule

parking

use only one parking space make sure there is enough room between each vehicle so people can get out of the car and do not tap other vehicles with your car also do not take a handicapped place if not handicapped

when slowing down,

use the brake light so people will know you are slowing down. tap the brake pedal three to four times

when making a right turn, a truck

usually has to swerve into the left lane

special situations

usually use three second rule, but there are other situations where you may need more space, so use the four second rule slippery roads vehicle behind you wants to pass following a motercycle drivers that mights struggle to see you (trucks, buses) if you are being followed closely pulling a trailer if you cannot see well following emergency vehicles railroad crossings when stopped on a hill (if a vehicle starts to fall backwards)

bicyclists are considered

vehicles (same rights) when on roadways. they have to follow the same rules as a car

do not stop in travel lanes for any reason, if you need to stop,

wait until you can pull off the road to do so

ways to prevent a fatigue-related crash while driving

watch for the warning signs (rubbing eyes, mistakes, yawning, daydreaming), stop driving, pull off the exit, and sleep in your car for the night. drink caffine, but know that it will wear off and don't fully rely on it. drink caffine and then take a short nap. try not to drive at night sleep is the best way to prevent fatique

backing up

when backing up, never back a vehicle in any travel lane, it is illegal and unsafe to do so. (unless you are parellel parking or doing a 3-pt/K turn)

changing lanes

when changes lands, you need to make sure that there is no vehicles in the way that you want to enter. look in your rearview and side mirrors. look over your shoulder into the blind spots (which you cannot see in your mirrors) check quickly, do not take your eyes off of the road check the far lane, make sure no one is trying to take your spot take one lane at a time, do not change through multiple lanes at a time.

use your low beams

when closely following another vehicle in the fog, when it is raining or snowing hard. light from high beams will reflect (use fog lights) do not drive with parking lights, parking lights are for parking only

turn on headlights

when it begins to get dark when you see a rising or setting sun rainy, snowy, foggy days

right turns

when making a right turn, avoid swinging wide to the left before making the turn. If you swing wide, the driver behind you may think you are changing lanes or going to turn left and may try to pass you on the right. If you swing wide as you complete the turn, drivers who are in the far lane will not expect to see you there

before you pass

when passing, make sure to look ahead. familarize yourself with upcoming traffic, pedestrians, what is on the road (perhaps a pothole or something).

when not to pass

when there are signs and lane markings that say it is a no passing zones it is dangerous to pass at intersections or railroad crossings, because when you do so your view of what is going on can be blocked

use your high beams

when there is no oncoming vehicles, high beams let you see double than low beams dim your high beams when you come within one block width of another vehicle

merging

when traffic allows it, move away from the right hand lane so other traffic can come

"rubber necking"

when you slow down just to look at a crash or accident. do not do this, it can cause you to crash. i you take your eyes off for an instant, you can run into something and crash. also because it can increase congestion.

blind people

white cane and guide dog

as a driver when dealing with bicylists

yield to them in intersections, when bike lane intersects road, on sidewalk before turning fines are doubled if there is failure to yield right of way to bicylists

do not sound your horn near a bicylist unless

you have a good reason to warn them, sounding horn could startle them to crash

under 18 you are not considered a youthfull offender if...

you kill someone, are responsible for death or a serious accident, drink or drugs while driving

emergency vehicles

you must yield the way to all emergency vehicles pull over to the right edge of the road, or as near to the right as possible, and stop your vehicle. You must remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed, unless otherwise directed by a state or local police officer or a firefighter

If you need to wear glasses or contacts to pass the vision test, and a law enforcement officer finds you driving without them...

you will be issued a citation

if you are found drinking and driving,,,

you will be under strict penalties: a blood, breath, or urine test, which shows your blood alcohol content (BAC). If you fail this test, your operator's license will be suspended for at least 45 days. You will be required to install and maintain an ignition interlock device (IID) as a condition of reinstatement. The IID will be required for at least six months or possibly more, depending on the number of prior offenses on your driving record.

what if you refuse to take the test when you drank and drove?

you would still be suspended from driving for 45 days and you will install and maintain an ignition interlock device (IID) as a condition of reinstatement. The IID will be required for at least one year or possibly more, depending o

people at higher risk for fatigue are...

young adults (16-24) who need more sleep than normal adults people with sleep disorders are 7 times more likely to fall asleep at the wheel people working long hours or night shifts increases risk by 6 times

what should you do if you are overtaking a bicycle and an oncoming vehicle is approaching?

, slow down and let the vehicle pass first so that you can give extra room to the bicycle.

A permit is required before starting to practice driving. And to obtain it, you must....

- 16 years old or older - Pass a vision and 25 question test

tires

- Worn or bald tires can increase your stopping distance and make turning more difficult when the road is wet. - Unbalanced tires and low-pressure cause faster tire wear, reduce fuel economy, and make the vehicle harder to steer and stop. - If the vehicle bounces, the steering wheel shakes, or the vehicle pulls to one side, have a mechanic check it. - - Worn tires increase hydroplaning and the chance of having a flat tire.

For 16 - 17 year olds with a permit, the only passengers can be... or else...

- a driving instructor - a person at least 20 years old, has had a liscense for at least 4 years in a row and has not had it suspended Failure to follow this will suspend your permit.

To reicive a permit, you must pass the vision test, which evaluates

- acuity (how clearly you can see) - peripheral vision (how far you can see to each side)

When will you get your lisence?

- after 120 days of doing driving school - after 180 days of home school training

Other important visial aspects are..

- side vision - judge distances and speeds - night vision

What documents are needed when taking the road test?

- the fee - permit - proof of 8 hour driving course - DMV medical letter for 16/17 year olds you also need: - proof of driving training - proof of parental training

on a wet road, you should reduce your speed by

10 mph

At a speed of 55 mph, you need about _______ to pass. That means you need a _______ opening in oncoming traffic and sight-distance to pass. You must judge whether you will have enough space to pass safely.

10 seconds

Curfew for newly lisenced drivers:

11 pm to 5 am

drivers are allowed to use hands free mobile devises, except for

16 and 17 year old , except if they are in an emergency situation

At 55 mph you will travel 800 ft in 10 seconds. That means you need ______ to pass safely

1600 feet. it can be hard to judge the speed of oncoming vehicles at this distance

offenses for Passenger restrictions; Driving curfew; Operating public service vehicle or vanpool; More passengers than seat belts; Carrying passengers on a motorcycle less than six months after obtaining a motorcycle endorsement;

1: 30-Day Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines 2: 6-Month Suspension or until age 18, whichever is longer $175 license restoration fee, court fines

offenses for use of cell phone

1: 30-Day Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines 2: 90-Day Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines. 3: 6-Month Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines.

offenses for reckless driving (same as street racing)

1: 6-Month Suspension $175 license restoration fee court fines or imprisonment of not more than 30 days, or both. 2: 1-Year Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines or imprisonment of not more than one year, or both. 3: 1-Year Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines or imprisonment of not more than one year, or both.

offenses for street racing (same as reckless driving)

1: 6-Month Suspension $175 license restoration fee court fines or imprisonment of not more than 30 days, or both. 2: 1-Year Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines or imprisonment of not more than one year, or both. 3: 1-Year Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines or imprisonment of not more than one year, or both.

offenses for speeding

1: 60-Day Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines 2: 90-Day Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines. 3: 6-Month Suspension $175 license restoration fee, court fines

The minimum vision requirement for a lisense is

20/40

Farm tractors, animal-drawn vehicles and roadway maintenance vehicles usually go ____ mph or less.

25 . and these vehicles should have a slow-moving decal (an orange triangle) on the back

over half of traffic deaths occur only ____ miles from home

25 miles

when following a motercyclist in wet conditions, allow

3 to 4 seconds following distance

When it is raining or the road is wet, most tires have good traction up to about ____ mph.

35

Alcohol is involved in more than ___ percent of the traffic crashes in which someone is killed. If you drink alcohol, even a little, your chances of being in an accident are much greater than if you had not had any alcohol.

40

Approximately ----- people per year are injured as a result of motor vehicle crashes in work zones.

40,000. work zones are extremely dangerous, especially in america

At 50 mph, it can take you about ____ feet to react to something you see and bring your vehicle to a stop. That is about the length of a city block. • At 30 mph, it can take about ___ feet to stop. That is almost half a city block in length.

400 200

_____ of moter crashes involve another vehicle and ___ was caused by another vehicle turning left in front of a motercycle

50% and 40%

If a driver or passender fails to wear their seat belt, they will be fined..

75 dollars

what is a road work?

A work zone is any type of roadwork that may delay traffic conditions, can involve lane closures and detours and moving equipment. Highway work zones are set up according to the type of road and the work to be done on the road. The work zone can be long or short term and can exist at anytime of the year, usually in the summer.

when passing a truck

Always make sure you have room to complete your pass Check traffic in both the front and rear. Signal and change lanes when it is safe and legal to do so. Pass only where it is safe - never where you will have to complete your pass in a no-passing zone. When you do pass, complete the pass as promptly as traffic conditions permit. If you linger alongside the cab, you may be in a position where the truck driver cannot see you in the mirrors. If the truck driver has to change lanes for any reason, your vehicle could be involved in a crash because you were in a position where the truck driver could not see you. • Signal and return to the right lane when you can see the front of the truck in your inside mirror. After passing, keep your speed up. Passing a vehicle and then slowing down is both dangerous and irritating. • Avoid pulling in front of a truck when traffic may stop or slow down. By doing so, you take away the truck driver's margin of safety and risk causing a crash. The trucking industry stresses the importance of safe following distance.

ABS

Antilock Braking System (ABS) it allowes you to stop in a skid Press on the brake pedal as hard as you can and keep pressing on it. You might feel the brake pedal pushing back when the ABS is working. Do not let up on the brake pedal. The ABS system will only work with the brake pedal pushed down.

space to merge

Any time you want to merge with other traffic, you need an opening of about four seconds. If you move into the middle of a foursecond opening, both you and the vehicle that is behind you have a two-second following distance. You need a foursecond opening whenever you change lanes or enter a roadway and when your lane merges with another travel lane. Do not try to merge into a opening that is too small. A small opening can quickly become even smaller. Enter an opening that gives you a big enough space cushion to be safe.

some trucks are required to stop at railroad crossings.

Be alert and allow the truck driver to stop and to resume travel safely if no train is approaching.

steering wheel

Both hands should be placed on opposite sides of the steering wheel (i.e., left hand between 8 and 10 o'clock and right hand between 2 and 4 o'clock)

how far should you look ahead and why

By looking well ahead and being ready to stop or change lanes if needed, you can drive more safely, save on fuel, help keep traffic moving at a steady pace, and allow yourself time to better see around your vehicle and along the road. Looking well down the road will also help you to steer more straightly with less weaving. Safer drivers tend to look at least 12 seconds ahead of their vehicles. In the city, 12 seconds is about one block. When you drive in city traffic, you should try to look at least one block ahead. On the highway, 12 seconds is about four city blocks (or a quarter of a mile).

Non commercial drivers license is known as a...

Class D liscense

Remember when your direction of travel is less than three lanes,

Connecticut law requires you to drive in the right lane, except when passing

can you drive in the bike lane??

Do not stop, park or drive on a designated bicycle path or lane unless you are entering or leaving an alley or driveway, performing official duties, directed by a police officer, or an emergency situation exists.

what do you do if you need to look at a map?

Do not take your eyes off the road for more than a few seconds at any one time. If you need to look at a map, pull safely off the road before you try to look at it

what is gridlock or blocking the box

During heavy traffic, drivers are prohibited from entering any intersection unless there is sufficient space on the opposite side of the intersection to accommodate their vehicle without obstructing the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians

When it starts to rain on a hot day, pavement can be more slippery for the first few minutes because...

Heat causes the oil in the asphalt to come to the surface. The road is more slippery until the oil is washed off.

tire blowout

Hold the steering wheel tightly and keep the vehicle going straight. Slow down gradually. Take your foot off the gas pedal and use the brakes lightly. Do not stop on the road if at all possible. Pull off the road in a safe place.

what can you do if a truck is trying to pass you,

If a truck passes you, help the truck driver to pass safely by slowing down slightly to shorten the time required to pass. Never speed up. That is dangerous and illegal. • When you meet a truck going the other way, keep as far to the right as you safely can for a greater margin of safety and to minimize wind turbulence.

steering system

If the steering system is not working properly, it is difficult to control the direction you want to go. If the vehicle is hard to turn or does not turn when the steering wheel is first turned, have it checked by a mechanic.

be careful not to signal too early

If there are streets, driveways, intersections, or entrances between you and where you want to turn, wait until you have reached that point before signaling.

parellel parking with space behind

If you want to parallel park and there is traffic coming behind you, put on your turn signal, pull next to the space and allow following vehicles to pass before you park.

whst is an intersection?

Intersections are any place where traffic merges or crosses. These include cross streets, side streets, driveways, and shopping centers or parking lot entrances

power failure

Keep a strong grip on the steering wheel. Be aware that it may be difficult to turn, but it is possible. Pull off the roadway. The brakes will still work, but you may have to push very hard on the brake pedal.

when to use which lights?

Keep headlights on low beam, except where unlighted conditions require the use of high beams. Dim your lights for oncoming traffic. Don't approach a vehicle from the rear with high beams and dim your lights as soon as a passing vehicle is alongside. use the "four-second sight-distance rule" at night to make sure you are not "over-driving" your headlights

space to leave

Keep up with the speed of traffic as long as you are on the main road. If the road you are traveling has exit ramps, do not slow down until you move onto the exit ramp. When you turn from a high-speed, two-lane roadway, try not to slow down too early if you have traffic following you. Tap your brakes and reduce your speed quickly but safely.

gas pedal sticks

Keep your eyes on the road. Quickly shift to neutral. Pull off the road when it is safe to do so. • Turn off the engine.

Lights

Make sure that turn signals, brake lights, taillights, and headlights are operating properly always check them from the outside of the vehicle. An out-of-line headlight can shine where it does not help you and may blind other drivers. If you are having trouble seeing at night, or if other drivers are often flashing their headlights at you, have a mechanic check the headlights.

Do not assume a motorcycle is turning when you see its turn signal flashing because...

Motorcycle turn signals may not self-cancel and the motorcyclist may have forgotten to turn them off. Do not pull out in front of a motorcycle until you see that it is actually beginning to turn. Keep in mind that motorcycles may not have turn signals so it is important to leave enough space for the motorcyclist to maneuver