Full Drivers ED final test

7 periods of observation means .

You will be observing another student driving the car.

What is the minimum age to obtain a learner's permit?

15 years and 6 months of age

What is the yearly fee for your driver's license?

$4.00

DMV demerit points are directly related to insurance company points.

False

What testing is required to obtain your driver's license?

Vision screening, two-part knowledge exam and road skills test.

If you are under 18, you may indicate your wish to be an organ donor on your Virginia license.

True

Where will you take the vision test when applying for your learner's permit?

At the DMV branch office.

The Virginia driver's manual indicates that a diamond-shaped yellow sign indicates:

Warning of a hazard.

If you are age 18 or older, the DMV will require you to complete a driver improvement clinic if you accumulate ____ demerit points within ___ months.

12, 12

If you are under 18, you are allowed to talk on your cell phone if it is a hands-free device.

False

On toll roads, E-ZPass cameras will photograph the car's license plate number and the driver of the vehicle will be billed for the toll.

False

If a police officer signals you to stop at a green light, you should.

stop as directed by the police officer.

Which of the following statements is true regarding passing?

You may not pass a vehicle that has stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to cross.

A red X lane control signal indicates that you should move out of the lane as soon as safely possible.

False

You have to yield the right of way to funeral processions.

True

When parallel parking, you must be within _ inches from the curb.

12

What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing?

slow down, look and listen for train and proceed if clear.

What sign color is used to convey "no"?

Red

When parking on a hill with no curb, you should set your parking brake and set your wheels to face toward traffic.

False

If multiple turn lanes are provided, you should choose____.

the lane that will best serve your needs once you enter an intersecting road.

Head restraints should be positioned with the top of the head restraint even with the bottom of your head.

False

A turn signal indicator that blinks at a steady, continuous speed is an indication of a problem with your turn signal bulbs.

False

When a vehicle weight is transferred from the front tires to the rear tires, this is known as and it occurs when the vehicle is _.

Backward pitch; accelerating

The park "P" and the neutral "N" gear functions have essentially the same functions.

False

The vehicle will start in which gears?

Neutral and park

Red liquid under the vehicle could mean all of the following except:

A brake fluid leak

Which sequence is correct when parking and exiting a vehicle?

Park within the lines, place vehicle in park "P", turn off vehicle, remove safety restraints and exit vehicle.

Which statement is TRUE regarding mirror adjustments?

It is important to adjust your mirrors after buckling your seatbelt and adjusting your seat to provide the best match between your position and the mirror position.

You should change your windshield wiper blades .

When they begin to fray or separate.

The shifting of the weight of a car to the right or left.

Roll

Accelerating will have a greater impact on the _ of a large truck than a small car.

momentum

Weekly vehicle maintenance checks:

Include checking the tires, external lights on the vehicle, windshield and wipers.

Select the correct statement about seat belts.

You should always wear the shoulder belt snug across your chest and shoulder.

If you are in a lane designated for turns only, you do not need to use your turn signal.

False

As your speed your reaction time will need to _.

Increases, increase

When should you increase your following distance?

When behind a motorcycle or bicycle.

If you observe a pothole in front of you and have a car to your left, your best option is to:

Take your foot off the accelerator and move to position 3;

Which way would you steer when backing?

In the same direction you want the car to go

What kind of system is SEE IT used for?

Space Management

What are possible negative consequences of developing driving habits?

The driver may drive over the speed limit due to familiarity with the roads.

The blindspot and glare elimination setting involves:

positioning side mirrors to view less of the side of the vehicle;

How do you control your speed while you are backing your vehicle?

Brake

The driver's goal is to maintain a(n) .

Open path of travel

Distracted driving can be caused by all of the following EXCEPT .

Driving as hail hits your car

When traveling at 55mph, looking at your phone for 5 seconds is enough time to cover:

the length of a football field.

When approaching a stalled car on the right shoulder, which of the following is NOT a safe response?

Continuing straight in your path of travel without changing speed

Driving while under the influence only includes alcohol.

False

Perpendicular parking is considered parking at a angle.

90

When parking on a hill, if there is no curb or a low one, turn your wheels completely no matter what direction your vehicle faces.

Toward the side of the road.

At what blood-alcohol concentration does a decline in visual function begin to be a predictable effect?

0.02

Approximately how many people are killed annually as a result of speeding?

9000

Which two-point turn is the preferred method because you do not have to reverse into traffic?

Rear first

A moderate risk environment .

Allows minimal time to identify risks.

Which type of zone are you aiming for when driving to your destination?

Open Zone

At what blood-alcohol concentration does reduced short-term memory loss begin to be a predictable effect?

0.08

The SEE IT system .

Is a space management system.

When there are no signs or lane markings to control turning, you ___.

Should turn from the lane that is closest to the direction you want to go.

How many zones are in the operating space of the vehicle?

6

The only way to avoid risks when driving is to:

choose to not drive nor ride as a passenger.

Which of the following statements is false?

All drivers are allowed to hold their cellphones but never to text while driving.

Driver distraction or tailgating is often a factor in this type of collision.

Rear-end

You should not park .

on the hard surface of a road when no curb is present.

How often is a driver making decisions as they drive to their destination?

Continuously, almost every minute

Which of the following rules should be followed if you have a chronic health condition in order to drive safely:

Do not drive if you are having symptoms.

When the path of travel is closed and there is not an alternate path, you should .

Pull over to the side of the road.

The driver has the most control over the space .

Ahead of them.

Curves and hills .

Decrease your line of sight.

How many seconds ahead would be the best to search for hazardous situations?

15-30

As you drive into a curve, you should .

Initially establish lane 2 or 3 position, depending on the direction of the curve.

What rule should you use to determine if there is enough space between you and the vehicle you are behind?

3-second following rule

If there is heavy traffic on the roadway, you can use the shoulder as an extra lane.

False

When approaching a hill or a curve, you should:

reduce vehicle speed

When passing another vehicle, you may legally exceed the posted speed limit:

Never.

How many seconds ahead should you make the necessary adjustments to avoid a hazard?

5-15

Adjusting your audio and navigation system is .

distracted driving.

If you need to use your cell phone while driving on the expressway, you should

Pull off the expressway and stop to make the call.

If you find that you are being tailgated, you should:

Move over to another lane and let them pass.

Drivers are always and only distracted by events happening inside the car.

False

A weave lane is an exit ramp that may also be used as an entrance ramp.

True

Ramp metering is often used to control traffic flow as cars approach a toll area.

False

Night driving is more dangerous because:

The distance you can see ahead or to the side is reduced.

Expressway collisions tend to be more serious than other roadways because

The vehicles are traveling at a higher rate of speed.

Research indicates that, for young drivers, the __ in the vehicle, the more likely a crash is to occur.

greater the number of similarly-aged occupants

Which type of interchange is most effective where dense city traffic is merging with traffic from the expressway or multi-lane roadway which is at a faster speed.

Frontage Road

Which is NOT a good response if your emotions are affecting your driving?

turn the music up really loud and sing along.

One common sign of a driver who is under the influence of alcohol is:

Drifting, or driving at a slight angle to the lane.

All of the following is considered aggressive driving EXCEPT _.

Failing to yield right-of-way

Which is a not one of the possible consequences for being convicted of road rage?

Lower insurance premiums.

If you are being pulled over by a police officer, it is your responsibility as the driver to choose a safe location for the stop and then pull over immediately.

False

In every State, it is illegal to drive with a BAC of or higher.

0.08

Women are more likely than men to be driving drunk in fatal crashes.

False

What is the term for a driver who yells, honks and cuts off other drivers?

Aggressive driver

Which of the following illegal drugs is the most detected in driver fatality collisions?

Marijuana

What of the following is not a possible cost of drinking and driving?

increased housing costs

When there is an air bag in the steering wheel, what is the minimum distance your chest should be from the steering wheel?

10 inches

When you accidentally drive off the road and lose control of the vehicle, which of the following may cause the vehicle to roll over?

Turning firmly and rapidly back toward the roadway.

Which lights illuminate the road approximately 150 feet ahead of the vehicle?

Low beam headlights

What safety feature is designed to alert drivers when they drift from their lane?

Rumble strips.

For maximum airbag safety, a driver should:

adjust the steering wheel to tilt downward towards the chest

Which of the following is an example of a Level 0 Driver Assistance Technology?

forward collision warning