VADETS FINAL EXAM PRACTICE

15 years & 6 months old

In order to obtain a learner's permit in Virginia, you must be at least ____.

once a year

Vehicles registered in Virginia must be inspected ____ .

True

You are covered by your parents' insurance policy while driving with a learner's permit.

implied consent

If you drive on the public roads of Virginia, you must submit to an alcohol or drug test when requested. This is known as the ____ law.

True

In Virginia, you must have a special license to drive a motorcycle.

100%

An applicant for a learner's permit must score ___ on the signs test.

recorded on your driver's license and discussed with your family

Your decision to become an organ donor should be ___.

False

The uninsured motorist fee provides you with minimal insurance coverage in the event of a crash.

mandatory driver improvement class

The penalty for anyone less than 20 who is convicted of his/her first demerit violation is ___.

False

There are plenty of donated organs to meet the needs of all patients.

25,000/50,000/20,000

The minimum amount of liability insurance needed to satisfy the financial responsibility law in Virginia is ___.

1

A driver with a learner's permit is limited to ___ passengers under the age of 18.

True

There is a national network to coordinate organ distribution.

21 or 18 (if immediate family member)

The minimum age for a licensed driver accompanying a driver with a learner's permit is ___.

zero tolerance

Under the ___ law, persons less than 21 may lose the privilege to drive if they have a BAC of .02 or above.

CDL

The type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or van designed for 16 or more passengers is a ___.

Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court

If you are less than 18, you will receive your permanent license from ___.

on the licensee's birthday in ages divisible by 5

A driver's license expires ___.

16 and 3 months

The minimum age to receive a driver's license in Virginia is ___.

will appear slower than it is

A train's speed ___.

1 1/2 miles

It takes a train going 50 mph approximately ___ to stop safely.

pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle

When an emergency vehicle approaches you using a siren, you should ___.

no one

In this situation, indicate who has the right of way.

driver error

Most railroad crossing crashes are there results of ___.

500

Each year over ___ persons are killed in highway-rail crashes.

may proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus

When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction, you ___.

car B

In this situation, indicate who must yield.

yield sign

The crossbuck is considered the same as a ___.

car B

In this situation, indicate who must yield.

True

If the foot brake fails, the parking brake may be used to stop the vehicle.

vehicles from both directions turning left

This lane is reserved for ___.

keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands and release the accelerator pedal slowly

If your tire loses pressure while you are driving, you should ___.

4 seconds

You should signal at least ___ before you turn or change position.

False

It is illegal to pass on the right in Virginia under any circumstances.

True

Use of a lower gear may be helpful when going up or down steep grades.

HOV lane or restricted lane (bus or bicycles)

This road marking indicates ___.

red light: stop - remain stopped

steady amber light: red light is coming, clear the intersection

flashing red light: stop - go when the way is clear

flashing amber light: proceed with caution

steady green light: go if the way is clear

green arrow: protected turn/go in direction of arrow

Matching (Traffic Signals)

red light

steady amber light

flashing red light

flashing amber light

steady green light

green arrow

500

You are required to dim your headlights when you are within ___ feet of an approaching vehicle.

False

The use of cruise control is helpful on slippery roadways.

do not brake, look where you want the vehicle to go, steer in the direction you want to go

An important point to remember in skid control is ___.

the first open lane going in your direction

According to Virginia law, you must turn into ___.

no passing

A solid line indicates ___.

orange

The basic color for construction signs is ___.

yellow

General warning signs are ___.

prohibitive or stop

Red signs indicate ___.

right turn

This hand signal indicates ___.

slippery when wet

This sign indicates ___.

railroad crossing

The shape of this sign indicates ___.

two way traffic

A yellow line (solid or broken) in the center of a roadway indicates ___.

25

The speed limit in school, business and residential areas is ___.

push/pull/slide

The correct method of steering through a turn is ___.

lane reduction

This sign indicates ___.

regulatory

The shape of this sign indicates ___.

15

You must park at least ___ feet from a fire hydrant.

turn the wheels toward the curb

When parking downhill with a curb, ___.

yield

The shape of this sign indicates ___.

the vehicles in the lanes beside his/her vehicle

The side view mirrors should be adjusted to the contemporary (BGE) mirror setting, which means the driver can see ___.

False

When the mirrors are set correctly, there is no need to check blind zones.

False

The steering wheel should be adjusted upward towards the face.

True

The following is the correct procedure for securing a vehicle:

stop

set parking brake

place gear selector in park

turn off accessories

turn ignition off, lock ignition and remove key

remove occupant restraints

check traffic and exit vehicle

secure doors

True

When using the accelerator and brake pedal, the heel of the foot should remain on the floor.

reduces excessive steering, helps protect the driver from airbag injuries, improves vehicle stability

Driving with the hands in the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position ___.

is the routine care you give your vehicle, is outlined in the owner's manual, includes checking fluids

Preventative maintenance ___.

True

The rearview mirror should be adjusted to frame the back windshield.

10

When seated properly, the driver should be at least ___ inches from the steering wheel.

3000 - 5000 miles

The oil should be changed every ___.

False

To adjust the side view mirror for the BGE mirror setting, the driver should sit in the driving position.

False

Locking the doors ensures that they will not fly open during a crash.

True

When seated properly, the driver's chin should be above the steering wheel.

weekly

Tire pressure should be checked ___.

check tire tread depth with a penny

Which of the following is NOT a necessary step when approaching a vehicle?

across the hips

The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly ___.

True

The driver should set accessories before putting the vehicle in drive.

just above the ears

The head restraint should be adjusted ___.

A. windshield wipers

B. alternator

C. accessory power outlet

D. air bag readiness

E. seat belt reminder

F. low fuel

G. monitors the anti-lock brake system

H. rear defroster

I. oil pressure indicator

J. high beam indicator

See image.

whiplash injuries

Head restraints are designed to help reduce ___.

True

Gears below drive provide more engine power.

False

When backing, the driver should turn the steering wheel to the right in order to back to the left.

True

Pedal extensions are available to allow short drivers to maintain a safe distance from the steering wheel.

True

Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off.

show anger

The horn should NOT be used to ___.

True

When the daytime running lights are in use, the tail lights are not on.

False

All vehicles have adjustable head restraints.

True

Safety experts recommend the use of headlights whenever the vehicle is moving.

True

When securing the vehicle, the parking brake should be set before placing the vehicle in park.

False

The turn signal will always cancel after a turn.

False

If the driver needs to adjust the defroster, he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily.

allows a driver to select and travel at a set speed, works at speeds above 25 mph, should not be used on slippery surfaces

Cruise control ___.

precise steering, smooth acceleration, controlled braking

Vehicle balance is maintained through ___.

the vehicle is stationary

Ideal vehicle balance is reached when ___.

hand over hand

The steering technique best suited in limited space maneuvers is ___.

right

Steering input to the left will result in weight transfer ___.

forward

braking results in weight transfer ___.

front

If understeer occurs, weight should be transferred to the ___.

roll

Weight transfer from side to side is known as ___.

by extending the arm over the steering wheel until the top of the steering wheel is in line with the wrist joint

One method of determining correct distance from the steering wheel is ___.

prior to evasive steering

If your vehicle is not equipped with ABS, hard controlled braking should be done ___.

pitch

Weight transfer forward or backward is known as ___.

backward

Acceleration results in weight transfer ___.

push/pull/feed (hand to hand)

The steering technique best suited for maintaining vehicle balance is ___.