VADETS FINAL EXAM

D

If you are less than 18, you will receive your permanent license from _____________
a. the school
b. DMV
c. Department of Education
d. Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court

C

Your decision to become an organ donor should be________
a. recorded on your driver's license
b. discussed with your family
c. a & b
d. neither a nor b

a

In virginia, you must have a special license to drive a motorcycle
a. True
b. False

C

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
a. use and lose
b. zero tolerance
c. implied consent
d. there is no such law

d

An applicant for a leaner's permit must score ______ on the signs test
a. 75%
b. 80%
c. 90%
d. 100%

c

The minimum amount of liability insurance needed to satisfy the financial responsibility law in Virginia is
a. 10,000/15,000/20,000
b. 20,000/25,000/20,000
c. 25,000/50,000/20,000
d. 35,000/40,000/15,000

b

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

b

In order to obtain a learner's permit in Virginia, you must be at least
a. 15 years old
b. 15 years & 6 months old
c. 16 years old
d. 18 years old

c

The minimum age to receive a driver's license in Virginia is
a. 15 & 6 months
b. 16
c. 16 & 3 months
d. 18

b

A driver's license expires
a. five years from the date of issue
b. on the licensee's birthday every 8 years
c. on the last day of the birth month when the age is divisible by 5

c

The minimum age for a licensed driver accompanying a driver with a learner's permit is_____.
a. 21
b. 18 (if immediate family member)
c. a & b
d. does not matter as long as they have license

c

Vehicles registered in Virginia must be inspected ____ .
a. every 6 months
b. every 9 months
c. once a year
d. there is no inspection requirement in Virginia

a

The penalty for anyone less than 20 who is convicted of his/her first demerit violation is ____.
a. a mandatory driver improvement class
b. 90-day suspension of license
c. loss of license for one year
d. loss of license until 21 years of age

a

There is a national network to coordinate organ distribution.
a. True
b. False

a

A driver with a learner's permit is limited to _____ passengers under the age of 21.
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. there is no restriction

b

There are plenty of donated organs to meet the needs of all patients.
a. True
b. False

a

The type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or a van designed for 16 or more passengers is a ____
a. CDL
b. CDT
c. PDL
d. VA. operator's license

A

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

b

Under the _____ law, persons less than 21 may lose the privilege to drive if they have a BAC of .02 or above.
a. use and lose
b. zero tolerance
c. implied consent
d. there is no such law

b

A train's speed _____ .
a. is easy to judge
b. will appear slower than it is
c. will appear faster than it is

c

When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction, you.
a. must always stop
b. may proceed if the bus is going in the opposite direction
c. may proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus

a

Most railroad crossing crashes are the result of _____ .
a. driver error
b. malfunctioning lights
c. bad weather

The car on the left yields to the car on the right

Remember:

b

In this situation, indicate who must yield
a. car A
b. Car B
c. no one

c

The crossbuck is considered the same as a _____ .
a. stop sign
b. warning sign
c. yield sign

a

Each year over _____ persons are killed in highway-rail crashes.
a. 500
b. 700
c.1000

c

It takes a train going 50 mph approximately _____ to stop safely.
a. 3 football fields
b. 1/2 mile
c. 1 1/2 miles

a

When an emergency vehicle approaches you using a siren, you should _____ .
a. pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle
b. slow down until the emergency vehicle passes
c. continue at the posted speed

b

In this situation, indicate who must yield
a. Car A
b. Car B
c. there is no rule

a

When parking downhill with a curb,
a. turn the wheels toward the curb
b. turn the wheels away from the curb
c. leave the wheels straight

d

An important point to remember in skid control is
a. do not brake
b. look where you want the vehicle to go
c. steer in the direction you want to go
d. all of the above

d

If your tire loses pressure while you are driving, you should
a. keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands
b. release the accelerator pedal slowly
c. brake hard and pull over
d. both a & b

b

The basic color for construction signs is
a. white
b. orange
c. green
d. brown

a

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

b

It is illegal to pass on the right in Virginia under any circumstances.
a. True
b. False

c

The shape of this sign indicates
a. stop
b. no passing
c. railroad crossing
d. yield

a

This hand signal indicates
a. right turn
b. left turn
c. stop or slow

b

This sign indicates
a. road curves ahead
b. slippery when wet
c. winding road

proceed with caution

Flashing amber lights mean

stop-go when the way is clear

Flashing red lights mean

go if the way is clear

Steady green light means

protected turn/go in direction of arrow

Green arrow means

stop-remain stopped

Red light means

red light is coming, clear the intersection

Steady amber light means

b

The use of cruise control is helpful on slippery roadways.
a. true
b. false

b

This lane is reserved for
a. vehicles from both directions turning right
b. vehicles from both directions turning left
c. passing other vehicles on the left
d. vehicles turning left from one direction only

d

You are required to dim your headlights when you are within_____ feet of an approaching vehicle.
a. 100
b. 200
c. 400
d. 500

b

The correct method of steering through a turn is
a. hand over hand
b. push/pull/slide
c. either method is acceptable

a

If the foot brake fails, the parking brake may be used to stop the vehicle.
a. True
b. False

b

You should signal at least_____ before you turn or change position.
a. 2 seconds
b. 4 seconds
c. 300 ft
d. 500 ft

a

According to Virginia law, you must turn into
a. the first open lane going in your direction
b. the land closet to the curb
c. there is no law

b

General warning signs are
a. blue
b. yellow
c. green
d. white

c

Red signs indicate
a. caution
b. construction
c. prohibitive or stop

b

A yellow line (solid or broken) in the center of a roadway indicates
a. no passing
b. two way traffic
c. one way traffic
d. pass with caution

c

This road marking indicates
a. HOV lane
b. restricted lane (bus or bicycles)
c. both a & b
d. neither a nor b

a

A solid line indicates
a. no passing
b. two way traffic
c. one way traffic
d. pass with caution

b

The shape of this sign indicates
a. warning
b. regulatory
c. yield
d. directions

b

You must park at least_____ feet from a fire hydrant.
a. 10
b. 15
c. 25
d. 50

a

The speed limit in school, business and residential areas is
a. 25
b. 35
c. 45
d. 55

d

The shape of this sign indicates
a. school crossing
b. pedestrian crossing
c. warning
d. yield

b

This sign indicates
a. merge
b. lane reduction
c. added lane

b

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

c

When seated properly, the driver should be at least _____ inches from the steering wheel.
a. 6
b. 8
c. 10
d. 14

a

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

b

The steering wheel should be adjusted upward towards the face.
a. true
b. false

d

Preventative maintenance_______.
a. is the routine care you give your vehicle
b. is outline in the owner's manual
c. includes checking fluids
d. all of the above

a

The driver should set accessories before putting the vehicle in drive.
a. True
b. False

b

The side view mirrors should be adjusted to the contemporary (BGE) mirror setting, which means the driver can see _____.
a. the sides of the vehicle
b. the vehicles in the lanes beside his/her vehicle
c. vehicles behind
d. all of the above

a

When seated properly, the driver's chin should be above the steering wheel.
a. true
b. false

d

Driving with the hands in the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position _____.
a. reduces excessive steering
b. helps protect the driver from airbag injuries
c. improves vehicle stability
d. all of the above

a

Which of the following is NOT a necessary step when approaching a vehicle?
a. check tire tread depth with a penny
b. check for obvious fluid leaks
c. check for physical damage to the vehicle's body
d. check for objects around the vehicle

b

The head restraint should be adjusted
a. to the back of the neck
b. just above the ears
c. even with the top of the head
d. depends on the driver's height

b

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

b

The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly _____.
a. around the stomach
b. across the hips
c. across the thighs
d. depends on seating position

b

Locking the door ensures that they will not fly open during a crash.
a. true
b. false

a

Tire pressure should be checked _____.
a. weekly
b. monthly
c. every 6 months
d. yearly

b

The oil should be changed every _____.
a. 1000-2000 miles
b. 3000-5000 miles
c. 7000-9000 miles
d. 10,000-12,000 miles

a

The following is the correct procedure for securing a vehicle:
1:stop
2:set parking brake
3:place gear selector in park
4:turn off accessories
5:turn ignition off, lock ignition and remove key
6:remove occupant restraints
7:check traffic and exit vehicle
8: secure doors
a. True
b. False

a

The rearview mirror should be adjusted to frame the back windshield.
a. true
b. false

A: windshield wipers
B. Alternator
C: accessory power outlet
D: Air bag readiness
E: seat belt remind
F: low fuel
G: Monitors the anti-lock brake system
H: Rear defroster
I: oil pressure indicator
J: high beam indicator

What does each symbol mean?

b

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

b

The turn signal will always cancel after a turn.
a. True
b. False

a

Safety experts recommend the use of headlights whenever the vehicle is moving.
a. True
b. False

a

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

a

When securing the vehicle, the parking brake should be set before placing the vehicle in Park.
a. True
b. False

a

Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off.
a. True
b. False

a

Head restraints are designed to help reduce _____.
a. whiplash injuries
b. side impact injuries
c. front impact injuries
d. all of the above

b

All vehicles have adjustable head restraints.
a. True
b. False

d

Cruise control _____.
a. allows a driver to select and travel at a set speed
b. works at speeds above 25 mph
c. should not be used on slippery surfaces
d. all of the above

a

When the daytime running lights are in use, the tail lights are not on
a. True
b. False

a

Gears below drive, provide more engine power.
a. True
b. False

b

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

b

The horn should NOT be used to _____.
a. get the attention of other drivers
b. show anger
c. show position
d. none of the above

b

The steering technique best suited for maintaining vehicle balance is _____.
a. hand over hand
b. push/pull/feed (hand to hand)
c. one hand steering
d. all are equal

c

Braking just short of lockup is known as _____.
a. covering the brake
b. controlled braking
c. threshold braking
d. trail braking

b

One hand steering is recommended _____.
a. when parking
b. when backing
c. for evasive maneuvers
d. never

b

One method of determining correct distance from the steering wheel is _____.
a. by having a 90 degree angle at the elbow
b. by extending the arm over the steering wheel until to top of the steering wheel is in line with the wrist joint
c. by extending the arm over the steering wheel until the top of the steering wheel is in line with the finger tips
d. none of the above

a

Braking results in weight transfer _____.
a. forward
b. backward
c. right
d. left

a

If understeer occurs, weight should be transferred to the _____.
a. front
b. rear
c. right
d. left

c

Steering input to the left will result in weight transfer _____.
a. forward
b. backward
c. right
d. left