Unit 10 Driver Education Questions

Work zones on U.S. highways have become increasingly ( ) places for both workers and drivers.

dangerous

The places on the interstate where cars are allowed to get off of the interstate are called ( ).

exits

At an all way stop, the driver who stopped ( ) should have the right of way.

first

A green light does NOT necessarily give you the right of way to turn ( ).

left

If you focus on a spot to the ( ) of your car, then you will probably drift towards the center line.

left

If someone is driving a moped or scooter, this does NOT mean they are a ( ) driver.

licensed

It should be noted that the distracted-driving-related crashes and fatalities may be associated with ( ) categories of distraction.

multiple

It is your responsibility to make sure to ( ) when involved in an accident. Doing so will allow the authorities to come and document the incident.

notify authorities

Children older than eight and younger than twelve should use:

seat belts only

Rules for railroad crossings that do NOT have stop signs, include the following:

slow down for railroad tracks; look both ways for trains; always be prepared to stop for a train

If you are involved in the collision, then you must ( ).

stop

Which of the following is NOT a type of credential issued by the BMV?

teacher's credential

As an individual on the HTS which of these things should you pay attention to?

the roadway

A yellow lane line separates:

traffic traveling in opposite directions

When beginning perpendicular parking, do NOT start ( ).

turning too early

A teenage driver was ( ) times more likely to engage in one or more potentially risky behaviors when driving with one teenage peer compared to when driving alone.

two-and-a-half

If you get pulled over, then you should ( ) patiently for the officer to come to your window.

wait

This can be a danger to everyone on the road. It is often caused by long trips.

weariness

Which of these is NOT something that you should consider about a roadway?

what is on the radio

When entering the interstate traffic must ( ) right of way to the vehicles already on the interstate.

yield

How long does it take to get rid of one normal drink from the circulatory system?

1 hour

What is the minimum age for a probationary license?

16 years 90 days old with the completion of driver education

This is the age you need to be to get your Probationary Driver's License if you have completed Driver's Education:

16 years and 90 days old

The minimum distance that you should signal a turn:

200 feet

You get an Unrestricted Driver's License at this age:

21 years old

What age groups is affected most by cellphones during a fatal crash?

30- 39

If you are traveling faster than 50 mph, then you must signal at least ( ) feet before a turn.

300

High beam headlights in good condition illuminate approximately:

350 feet

Work zone speed limits will never exceed ( ) mph and could be much lower depending upon the zone.

45

In comparison to driving with a parent/adult, loud conversation was ( ) times more likely and horseplay was ( ) times more likely with multiple teenage peers in the vehicle.

5, 9

Teens drove alone in ( )% of all clips.

65

What is the percentage of violations of the one-passenger restriction?

7%

Teenage peers commented negatively on the driver's behavior in about ( )% of clips.

8%

Of these people killed in distracted-driving-related crashes, ( ) involved reports of a cell phone as a distraction.

995

What should you do after a tire blowout?

Aim to the target area- where you want the car to go; Apply a QUICK burst of acceleration to restore direction; Control steering

Which of the following is a good tip for teen drivers?

Always adjust your seats and mirrors for the best visibility before starting each drive

If you are driving and hit a tree, then ( ) will cover the damages to your vehicle.

Collision Insurance

In what ways can you optimize your safety on the road?

Drive on roads that are safe; Keep your vehicle in good working order; Stay focused on driving, try NOT to be a distracted driver

When you 'hit the brakes' to stop at a red light you have done this step of the IPDE process:

Execute

What should you NOT do in the event of an engine failure?

Firmly apply the brakes

You must come to a complete stop at:

Flashing red lights

If you have this light and there is no oncoming traffic, then you should have the right of way to turn right or left at the intersection.

Green light

You are approaching a stop light and you 'see' that it has changed from green to yellow you have done this step of the IPDE process:

Identify

Which of the following statements about stopping distances is TRUE?

If you are too close to the vehicle in front of you, then a rear end collision could cause you to hit the car in front of you

Cars going straight or turning right have the right of way before you when you're making this type of turn.

Left turn

Construction signs are usually this color:

Orange

The color of signs that inform drivers of immediate actions that need to occur:

Red

What should you do when signaled to pull over by law enforcement?

Remain in your vehicle and roll down your window

What are the three parts of the HTS, Highway Transportation System?

Roadways, vehicles, and individuals

These vehicles are marked with a special triangle reflector.

SMV's

What are some high-risk driving conditions?

Safety belt non-use; High speeds; Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Which of the following should be done after an accident?

Take pictures of the accident scene

Yield signs have this shape:

Triangle

If a crosswalk does have a signal, then the pedestrians should only cross when there is a ( ) signal.

WALK

If there are multiple lanes traveling in the same direction, then they are separated by these lines.

White dashed lines

Lanes of traffic traveling in opposite directions are separated by these:

Yellow lane lines

Two way traffic should be separated by:

Yellow lines

What is a good rule of thumb to help you stop a safe distance from the car in front of you?

You should be able to see the tires of the vehicle in front of you

Which of the following statements about police stops is TRUE?

You should be polite, honest, and courteous to the officer that has pulled you over

Which of the following statements about police stops is FALSE:

You should get your registration out of the glove box while the officer is walking up to your window

You should be cautious of pedestrians:

always

As the driver, you are also responsible for making sure that everyone else in your car is ( ) up.

buckled