Driver's Ed Final Exam

What is the goal of the Safe Systems Approach?

To reduce the amount of fatalities and crashes on the road.

Name two components of Safer Vehicles.

Hazard lights and airbags.

What are some distractions that can affect teen drivers?

Cell phones, music, eating, and talking.

What is the significance of driving at night?

It can be hard to see, and lights can be bright, increasing risk.

What does the acronym SIPDE stand for in driving?

Search, Identify potential hazards, Predict what can happen based on what you see, Decide, Execute.

What color and shape are warning signs typically?

Yellow with black lettering and mostly diamonds

What do regulatory signs indicate?

Tells you laws and regulations for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, and parking; Usually a square or rectangle and white, red, or black (ex. No passing zone sign)

What is the purpose of object markers?

To indicate physical objects and roadside conditions.

What should you do at a stop signal?

Come to a full stop at the stop line or before the crosswalk before entering the intersection.

What is the rule for making a right turn on red?

You may turn after a full stop and yielding if there are no prohibiting signs.

What is the importance of pavement markings?

They indicate when it is safe to change lanes.

What does a solid yellow line indicate?

Traffic in the opposite direction; cannot pass or cross.

What is the 'Move Over Law'?

Change lanes before an emergency vehicle; if no lane is available, reduce speed and proceed with caution.

What must drivers do when approaching a school bus with flashing lights?

Stop until the red lights have stopped flashing and the stop arm is retracted; yellow flashing lights are on for 10 seconds before a school bus stops; 4 or more lanes- only people following bus need to stop, 3 lanes- everybody stops

What are the conditions for making a left turn on red?

Only allowed from a one-way street to another one-way street after stopping, and from the furthest left hand lane.

What is the rule for yielding the right of way?

Always yield right of way to emergency vehicles (pull to curb or edge of road not blocking intersection), walkers, bikers, and drivers; Laws do not give anyone the right of way; laws describe who is to yield the right of way

What is an uncontrolled intersection?

An intersection with no stop sign, yield sign, or traffic signal.

What is the rule for U-turns?

Cannot U-turn near a crest or hill where visibility is less than 500 feet; if you impede traffic; no-turn signs; divided highways (yellow solid lines), median; railroad crossings; curves; fire stations

What is the significance of drowsy driving?

It can lead to falling asleep at the wheel, increasing crash risk.

What do blue signs indicate?

Services such as hotels, food, and gas.

What is the purpose of guide/informational signs?

To provide mileage, directional info, and exit signs.

What do diamond markings on the road indicate?

Carpool or HOV lanes.

What should drivers do when overtaking another vehicle?

Yield to that vehicle, even if it slows down or stops.

What is the rule for using cell phones while driving with a permit?

You are not allowed to use a device at all; adults= hands-free only

What is the minimum distance motorists must give bicyclists when passing?

At least 3 feet; requires drivers to change lanes (even double yellow) when passing bicycles; motorists are forbidden from honking their horn at bicyclists

What should vehicles not part of a funeral procession do?

They must not drive between, obstruct, hinder, or interfere with the vehicles in the procession.

What does the speed limit represent?

The maximum speed allowed under the best conditions.

What is the speed limit in school zones?

20 mph.

What is the speed limit in business districts within a city?

25 mph.

What is the speed limit in residential / neighborhood zones?

25 mph.

What is the speed limit on two-lane roads?

50 mph.

What is the speed limit on divided highways and controlled access highways (toll, traffic lights)?

55 mph.

What is the maximum speed limit on I-95 and similar interstates (no traffic lights - exits)?

65 mph.

What should you do before making a right turn?

Start braking before the turn, start turn when you hit the sidewalk, side of mirror, or object, and accelerate when exiting; look at where you need to go, glance at speed quickly before turning; look left, right, left

What is the proper procedure for making a left turn?

Look right, left, right; start turning wheel when you hit the end of the yellow line; yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

What are the five lane positions for vehicles?

1. Center of lane, 2. Left of center, 3. Right of center, 4. Straddling left line, 5. Straddling right line.

What is the purpose of the 'triple check' before turning?

To ensure safety by checking the rear view mirror, side view mirror, and blind spot (over your shoulder)

What should you do if your view is blocked while at a stop sign?

Slowly inch up to get a better view (courtesy stop).

What are common parking violations?

Parking at yellow curbs, on sidewalks, in driveways, too close to fire hydrants (15 ft), crosswalks (20 ft), traffic lights (30 ft), or railroad crossings (50 ft).

What should you check around your vehicle before entering?

Look outside and inside for potential hazards and check for any damage (check horn, engine, lights).

What should you keep clean to ensure visibility while driving?

Windshields and all vehicle lights (Bright sun or dirty windshield make it hard to see. Carry liquid cleaner- Dirt on the lenses can reduce the light by 50%.).

What is the law regarding seat belts?

Seat belts must be worn; they significantly reduce the risk of injury in a crash; $83.50 fine for not wearing it

What are the requirements for child seats for birth up to 12 months?

They must always ride in a rear-facing car seat.

What is the recommended distance to be from an airbag for safety?

At least 12 inches away.

What does 'leave yourself an out' mean in driving?

Having an escape route or plan in case of an emergency and driving defensively.

What is central vision used for in driving?

To see details and focus on objects; We must make a brief pause with our eyes and central vision to perceive what an object is (0.3 seconds).

How does speed affect perception while driving?

The faster you go, the less you perceive your environment.

What is the penny test for tires?

Insert a penny into the tire tread; if you can see Lincoln's head, the tires need to be replaced.

What are the three ways a vehicle can get out of balance?

Weight shifts side to side, forward and backward, or all around the vehicle.

What is the importance of situational awareness while driving?

To scan ahead and anticipate potential hazards.

How far ahead should you scan in the city?

About one block or 10 seconds ahead; On the highway, 10 seconds is about four city blocks or a quarter of a mile.

What should you do if you need to make a U-turn?

Come to a complete stop before executing the turn.

What is the visual search pattern while driving?

Keep your eyes moving and develop a pattern of searching for potential hazards around your vehicle; Example: Glance ahead, check speedometer, glance ahead, search intersection, glance ahead, check rear view mirror, glance ahead.

When should you signal before making a turn?

300 feet before your intended turn.

What is the 3-Second rule in driving?

Pick something in front of you and count to 3; if you reach it in less than 3 seconds, you're too close.

What should you do when changing lanes?

Perform an over-the-shoulder check, match the speed of traffic, and ensure enough space to merge, triple-check, signal, change lane.

What is the proper lane to drive in on an interstate to avoid traffic entering/exiting?

The middle lane.

What is selective attention in driving?

The act of focusing on a particular object while ignoring distractions and irrelevant information; Honk horn to alert drivers.

What should pedestrians do while walking along the road?

Walk facing traffic.

What is the proper action when approaching a school bus with flashing red lights?

You must stop.

What is the Idaho stop for bicyclists?

A bicyclist treats a stop sign as a yield sign and does not have to stop if no traffic is present.

What is the minimum safe distance behind a large truck?

At least 200 feet; far enough to see the truck's mirrors.

What should you do when passing a large truck?

Pass on the left, move at a safe speed, signal, check rearview mirror to see full vehicle, and do not linger.

What are the four areas of a construction zone?

Advanced warning area, transition area, activity area, and termination area.

What is beam blindness?

A phenomenon where the brain fails to see anything near the vertical beams on either side of the windshield.

What is the recommended following distance for motorcyclists?

It needs to be increased because they stop faster than cars.

What should you do if you encounter a skid?

Look to your target, turn the wheel in the direction you want to go, and keep your feet off the pedals.

What is the definition of inertia in driving?

Objects in motion continue in straight line motion until acted on by another force.

What is the correct procedure for entering an expressway?

Turn onto the on-ramp, accelerate to expressway speed, check for a gap, match the speed of the gap, signal and SMOG, and yield on merge.

What should you do when being passed by another vehicle?

Do not increase speed; maintain or reduce speed and move into lane position 3.

What should you do to prevent hydroplaning?

Take your foot off the brake and let the vehicle coast.

What is the responsibility of drivers towards pedestrians?

Be alert for pedestrians, yield the right-of-way in crosswalks, and drive defensively.

What should you do if involved in a crash with damages over $500?

You must report the crash.

What is the proper action if someone is injured in a crash?

Call 911 and apply pressure to any bleeding wounds.

What is the proper lane position when passing?

Move into lane position 2 for the best vision.

What should you do when approaching a city bus?

Maintain a good following distance and be cautious of pedestrians after stops.

What is the safe distance to maintain from farm vehicles?

Keep your distance as they may turn unexpectedly.

What is the definition of peripheral blindness?

Loss of side vision outside of central vision; People's minds get too comfortable with familiar streets - To prevent that: move.

What should you do when driving downhill?

Use a lower gear to control speed and reduce the need for heavy braking.

What is a 'no zone' in relation to large trucks?

Blind spots around the truck where the driver cannot see other vehicles.

Fringe vision

Slightly to the right and left of you (cars in other lanes, people); When driving we use Fringe vision to see reference and lane position.

Peripheral vision

Corners of your eyes (make sure to shoulder check)

What is the location of signs?

-Most signs are located on the right side of roadway

-Some may be on your left on one-way streets or hanging next to traffic lights

What is the Highway Transportation System (HTS)?

Consists of roadways, vehicles, and drivers

What is the shape of a guide sign?

Rectangular shape with white letters

What are brown signs?

Provide you with recreational activities (national parks, outdoors)

What does a circle guide signs indicate?

State / Delaware route

What does a shield-shaped guide sign indicate?

US national number routes

What are the hand signals?

Left Turn- left arm out

Right Turn- arm up

Stop- arm down

What should you do at a green light?

Proceed with caution; when safe to proceed, you may enter the intersection to go straight ahead or turn unless a sign prohibits the turn

What should you do at a steady yellow light?

Prepare to stop; if too close to stop safely, continue thru the intersection with care

What is a protected left turn?

you should be given the right of way; green arrow

What is unprotected turning?

Must yield to oncoming traffic (no right of way); no signal (green circle)

What is the meaning of a flashing red arrow?

Treat as a stop sign; turns are permitted in direction of arrow after coming to full stop

What is the meaning of a flashing yellow arrow?

Treat as a yield sign; proceed after yielding to opposing traffic and pedestrians

What do you do if the traffic light is out?

treat it like an intersection; follow right of way rules

What is the meaning of solid white lines?

separate traffic going in same direction; far right white lines show edge of road

What is the meaning of a shared lane?

both are able to use the same lane; hurry

What do diamonds on a sign indicate?

carpool/HOV Lane

What are the rules with a channel (island)?

allowed to yield before turning right rather than stop