5. Florida Drivers Ed Handbook - Driving Safely

What happens to the force of impact when you double your speed?

You increase the force of impact 4 times

What happens to the force of impact when you triple your speed?

You increase the force of impact 9 times

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit for cars in a residential area?

30 MPH

What is the minimum and maximum speed on a limited access highway?

50 MPH to 70 MPH

Can you be issued a citation for driving too slowly?

Yes, driving too slowly is against Florida Law

What are the steps to making a smooth stop?

Check all mirrors and blind spots for traffic to the rear, release the accelerator to allow the vehicle to slow. Press the brake pedals to activate brake lights and use a steady pressure.

What is the arm signal for a left turn?

Arm straight out, palm forward

What is the arm signal for a right turn?

Point your arm up, palm forward at a 90 degree angle

What is the arm signal for a slow or stop?

Point your arm downward, palm backwards

How long (distance) should you signal before making a left or right turn?

You must give a turn signal for at least 100 ft BEFORE making a turn.

When can you use a three-point turn?

Only if the road is too narrow for a U-turn and you can't go around the block.

Where should you never make a three-point turn?

On a curve, hill, highway, or where there is a sign that prohibits U-Turns

What is an open intersection?

An intersection without traffic signs or signals

When must you yield the right-of-way in an open intersection

If a vehicle is already in the intersection
You enter or cross a state highway from a secondary road
You enter a paved road from an unpaved road
You plan to make a left turn and a vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction

When may you drive in the left lane of a road with two lanes or four lanes?

When you are overtaking or passing when permitted

What does it mean if you see red reflector on the lane lines facing you?

You are facing traffic the wrong way and could have a head-on collision

What should you do if see red reflector on the lane lines facing you?

Turn around and get into the proper lane immediately

What is the recommended safe following distance?

4 seconds during favorable weather and traffic conditions

When should you increase your following distance?

During unfavorable weather or traffic conditions

What are blind spots?

Areas near the left and right rear corner of your vehicle that you can't see in your rear-view mirrors or with your peripheral vision?

How do you check your blind spots when you are preparing to change lanes or turn?

Turn your head to make sure all areas are clear

When is it unlawful to overtake or pass?

It is unlawful to pass more than one vehicle at a time, exceed the speed limit while passing, and passing on the right unless there are two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction or the vehicle you are passing is making a left turn

Under what circumstances can you stop in the acceleration lane on an expressway?

If traffic is too heavy and there is no space for you to enter safely

What should you do if you drive past your exit on a limited access highway?

You must go to the next exit

Where should you move your vehicle if you break down while driving on the highway?

Move it completely off the pavement for no more than six hours

What is the farthest away you can park from a curb?

You must not park more than 12 inches away from the curb

If you have a manual transmission, what gear should you put a car when parking downhill and uphill? What if you have an automatic transmission?

Downhill - shift to reverse
Uphill - shift to first
Automatic Transmission - put gear shift into park

Which way should you turn your wheels when parking uphill along a curb?

Turn wheels away from the curb

Which way should you turn your wheels when parking uphill where there is not a curb?

Turn wheels to the right

Which way should you turn your wheels when parking downhill?

Turn wheels toward the curb