Segment 1 Knowledge Test Review

Vocabulary flashcards based on the Segment 1 Knowledge Test for Michigan Graduated Driver Licensing.

Inside Rear-View Mirror Adjustment

Adjustment required so that the mirror shows the center of the road behind the vehicle.

Destructive Power of a Vehicle (Speed Doubling)

When the speed of a vehicle doubles, its destructive power in a crash increases by four times.

Yielding to Visually Impaired Pedestrians

The requirement to stop and yield the right-of-way when approaching a person crossing the street carrying a white cane or using a guide dog.

Two-Lane Road Passing Return Rule

Rule stating you should return to the right side of the road after passing when you can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rear-view mirror.

Construction Zone Speed Limit

$45\,\text{MPH}$, unless posted otherwise, when all or part of a highway traffic lane is closed for construction, maintenance, or surveying.

Proper Vehicle Backing Technique

Turning your head and shoulders to look backward directly in the direction the car is moving.

Persistent Brake System Warning Light

An indicator requiring you to first check to make sure the parking brake is released if it stays on after shifting into Drive.

Broken Yellow Center Pavement Line

A center lane marking indicating that passing is allowed when it is safe.

Railroad Crossing with Lowered Gates and Signals

A controlled crossing where drivers must stop and wait until the gates are raised, signals stop flashing, and bells stop ringing before proceeding.

Blind Spots

Areas behind and around the vehicle that cannot be seen in rear-view mirrors, requiring the driver to turn their head to check before changing lanes.

Bodily Alcohol Content (BAC) Reduction

Allowing the body time to get rid of alcohol, which is the only effective method to lower BAC.

Implied Consent Law

A law requiring any driver arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol to take a bodily alcohol content test.

Michigan Headlight Visibility Law

Requires headlights to be turned on when there is not enough light to see people and vehicles clearly at $500\,\text{feet}$.

Emergency Vehicle Approach Rule

Mandates moving to the side of the road or shoulder and stopping when an emergency vehicle approaches with siren sounding and lights flashing.

School Bus Stop Rule (Outside City Limits)

Requires drivers behind a school bus stopped to pick up children to stop at least $20\,\text{feet}$ away and wait until the red flashers are turned off.

Headlight Glare Mitigation

Looking to the right edge of the road to reduce glare when facing high beam lights from oncoming traffic.

Flashing Yellow Traffic Signal

A signal warning drivers to proceed through the intersection with caution.

Skid Recovery

The maneuver of turning the steering wheel in the direction you want the vehicle to go when experiencing a skid.

Gravity (Uphill Driving)

The physical force that requires more engine power to overcome when driving a vehicle uphill.

Michigan Motorcycle Endorsement

An official authorization required on a driver license to legally operate a motorcycle in Michigan.

Michigan Safety Belt Use Law

Law requiring front seat occupants to wear a safety belt at all times.

Deep Water Puddle Care

Gently applying the brakes immediately after driving through deep water to verify they are functioning properly.

Acceleration Lane

The designated lane on an expressway entrance where drivers should speed up to match traffic flow.

Vehicle Tendency in Curves

The movement of a car toward the outside of the curve when driven fast around it.

Complete Brake Failure Response

Attempting to safely bring the vehicle to a stop by slowly applying the parking brake.