FLVS Driving Course

If you double your speed, it takes times ___ as many feet to stop.

4 (25 mph to 50 mph, 30 ft. to 120 ft.)

What are the 3 main risks when driving?

Roadways, pedestrians, and drivers/vehicles.

What color road sign regulates traffic?

Red

What color road sign controls traffic and gives commands?

Black and White (speed limit, one-way, right turn only)

What color road sign is used to mark street crossings (most-times school crossings)

Fluorescent yellow/green

What color road sign is used as guide signs?

Green (mile markers, street names)

What color road sign is used to mark disabled parking and motorist assistance?

Blue

What color road sign is used to mark toll booths?

Purple

What shape road sign is used as a regulatory and warning sign?

Vertical rectangle (speed limit, children at play, no parking, carpool, keep right)

What shape road sign is used to mark routes, service areas, and intersections?

Horizontal rectangles

What shape road sign tells you what NOT to do?

Square (do not enter, do not u-turn, no parking, no pedestrian crossing)

What shape road sign is used to mark school zones and school crossings?

Pentagon

What shape road sign is used to warn drivers?

Diamond

What shape road sign is used to mark highway routes?

Shield

What shape road sign is used to mark no-passing zones?

Pennant (sideways isosceles triangle)

What shape road sign is used to mark railroad crossing and evacuation zones?

Circle

What shape road sign is used to mark railroad crossing?

Crossbuck

Can you turn RIGHT at RIGHT RED arrows?

Yes, when following the rules of right on red.

What shape pavement marking marks HOV lanes?

Diamond

What does a bike lane with chevrons above the bicycle mean?

It is a shared bike lane (drivers and bikers can BOTH use it)

When are drivers allowed to use a non-shared bike lane?

Only when it is necessary to make a right turn.

What does a yellow curb mean?

DON'T DO IT! DON'T PARK NEXT TO IT!!!! DON'T DO IT!!!

What does a row of solid white triangles facing towards you on the road mean?

Ya gotta yield, bud Pedestrians or cross traffic just ahead have the right-of-way.

Microsleep can happen while ___ are ___.

eyes; open

When driving long distance, you should take a ___ break every ___.

15 min., 2 hours

When is the most dangerous time to be one the road?

Between 4:00 am. and 6:00 am.

After drinking, you should wait at least ___ for every drink before driving.

1 and a half hours.

What should you do when you encounter an intoxicated driver on the road?

Stay behind them, and don't attempt to pass.

What are the 4 prep steps to avoid tech-distraction?

Set GPS if desired before you begin your trip.

Put your phone in a secured dashboard cradle and plug it in.

Make any radio, music, or climate control decisions before putting the car in gear.

Remember that if a call or text comes in while driving, resist until you finish your trip! Better yet, put your phone on silent or DND.

On highways, major north-south routes have numbers that end with an ___, and east-west routes have numbers that end with an ___.

odd number, even number.

On highways, major east-west routes have numbers that end with an ___, and north-south routes have numbers that end with an ___.

even number, odd number.

What 3 things do you need to check before you drive?

Driver fitness check; pre-drive check; vehicle walk-around

What are the steps in a pre-drive check?

Tires

Mirrors and windows

Headlights, signal lights, taillights,

Any abnormalities

What are the steps in putting the vehicle to a stop?

Engage parking brake

Shift to park

Turn off all lights

Remove key & hide valuables

Exit and lock car

A ___ mph increase ___ a pedestrian's chances of a severe injury

5; doubles.

A child's risk of death ___ from 15 mph to ___ mph.

doubles, 25.

Make sure to increase your following speed to 5 seconds when behind ___.

motorcycles and trucks.

When facing downhill, turn your wheels ___ the curb.

towards

When facing uphill, turn your wheels ___ the curb.

away from

If there is no curb, turn you wheels ___ the street.

away from

Doubling the mass ___ the kinetic energy of the vehicle.

doubles (this increases proportionally)

Doubling the mass ___ the force of impact.

quadruples (this increases exponentionally)

What is the best way to reduce the severity of the crash?

Reduce your speed.

How many cars can secure the intersection (for a left turn) at a time?

Just one. : )

Where should you NEVER make a u-turn?

On the highway.

What are the steps for pulling out of a straight-in parking space?

Activate turn signal

Back up so B pillar is aligned with the backs of the other cars

Scan for Traffic

Back up fully and exit

What are the steps for pulling out of a slanted parking space?

Activate turn signal

Back up enough so the C pillar is even with the back of the car on the inside of your turn

Scan for traffic

Back out fully

When searching for a space to parallel park, how many car lengths should the spot be?

1 and a half car lengths

When parallel parking, make sure to park no further than ___ away from the curb.

1

How often should you check your oil?

Once every month

What is the penny test, and how does it work?

The penny test is used to check that the tread of your tires is at its proper level. Insert the coin head first into the tread. If you can see the top of Lincoln's head, then your tread is too worn and should be replaced.

Why is Dusk a difficult time to drive?

Because your eyes need to constantly adjust to the lowering levels of light.

How often should you clean your windshields and windows?

At least once a week.

What should you do if your brakes fail?

Pump the brakes to rebuild pressure and safely pull to the side of the road

If the brakes do not respond to pumping, downshift to the lowest available gear

Gradually apply the parking brake

If you can't get your vehicle to a stop, scrub it against a curb or guardrail. If this doesn't work, aim for the place that will cause the softest collision and least injury.

What should you do if your accelerator gets stuck?

Attempt do dislodge it or pry it up with the side of your foot

Shift to neutral and brake normally

What should you do during a tire blowout?

Grip steering wheel firmly

Maintain acceleration and straight trajectory

Gradually reduce speed, signal, and pull to a safe spot on the side of the road

What should you do if you lose power steering?

Carefully slow down (gradually)

Steer the car (firmly) to a safe spot on the side of the road. Do not yank the steering wheel.

What should you do if your engine fails?

ATTEMPT TO RESTART ENGINE

Shift to neutral

Restart the car

Shift to drive

IF THIS DOESN'T WORK

Brake normally and just get to the side of the road, man.

How can you tell if your engine is overheating?

I mean, it should be pretty obvious man. Smoking engine or temperature gauge in the red.

What should you do if your engine overheats?

Turn on the heater and roll down the windows

Turn off air conditioning, radio, and other accessories

Safely pull over immediately

DON'T OPEN THE HOOD UNTIL 30 MINUTES AFTER THE ENGINE HAS COOLED

What should you do during a vehicle fire?

Pull over safely A.S.A.P.!

Once you're clear of traffic, stop the car, turn off the ignition, and remove the key

Evacuate the vehicle

Move at least 100 feet away from the vehicle, and call 911

What should you do if you stall in the middle of the road?

Stay in the car and turn on the hazards

When it's safe to get out and move, put the car in neutral and move it out of the way

Don't attempt to push if on an incline

What should you do if you skid?

Keep your eyes focused on a target in the distance guide yourself in that direction

Ease off of the accelerator

Gently steer your car towards the target

If you're not on course after 2 - 3 seconds then LIGHTLY press the brake

(same as hydroplaning)

What should you do if you hydroplane?

Keep your eyes focused on a target in the distance guide yourself in that direction

Ease off of the accelerator

Gently steer your car towards the target

If you're not on course after 2 - 3 seconds then LIGHTLY press the brake

(same as skidding)

What are some signs of potential hydroplaning?

Standing water, raindrops bubbling on road, or a sloshing sound coming from your tires.

What should you do during an off-road recovery?

Grip the wheel firmly.

Take your foot off the accelerator and brake gently

Look ahead for an appropriate place where the shoulder and road are even.

Steer your vehicle to straddle the roadway edge.

Check for a clear opening in traffic and signal before steering quickly towards the road.

Counter-steer (steer in the opposite direction) as soon as the front tires hit the road.

Position your car in the center of the lane and speed up to rejoin traffic.

What must you always carry in your car?

Your vehicle registration and proof of insurances (car, pip, and pdl)

What information are you required to exchange during a collison

Your name, address, vehicle registration number, and you must show your license.

What law requires you to carry PIP in the car at all times?

The No-Fault Law

What law requires you to carry PDL in the car at all times?

The Liability Law

If you can't provide proof of insurance, your driver license and license plate registration can be suspended for up to ___.

three years

PDL does not cover repairs for your car if

you're at fault in the collision.

What's the difference between a cancelled license, a suspended license, and a revoked license?

Suspended: It's taken away for a period of time

Cancelled: Your license is considered void and terminated, and you gotsta get yourself a new one

Revoked: You're not licensed to drive. Oops-a-daisy! Gotta retake all those tests now! : )

If your license was issued in error, will it be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Cancelled

If you gave false information on your driving application, will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Cancelled

If you fail to complete a required course, will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Cancelled

If you drive under the influence, will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Revoked

If you commit a felony using a motor vehicle, will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Revoked

If you fail to stop and give help when involved in a crash causing injury or deathwill your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Revoked

If you are found guilty of reckless driving three times in one year will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Revoked

If you are found guilty of felony drug possession will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Revoked

If you race another driver on a public road will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Revoked

If you drop out of high school will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you steal from a retailer will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you use tobacco while you're underage will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you allow a person to use your license to purchase alcohol or tobacco will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you don't follow the restrictions on your license will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If your license is suspended, it can be punishable by ___.

up to a year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.

If you refuse to submit to a test to show if you're driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you fail to pay a fine or appear in court for a traffic violation will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you fail to pay child support will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you fail to carry car insurance will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you fail to stop for a school bus will your license be cancelled, suspended, or revoked?

Suspended

If you receive 12 points in 12 months your license will be suspended for ___.

30 days

If you receive 18 points in 18 months your license will be suspended for ___.

3 months

If you receive 24 points in 36 months your license will be suspended for ___.

1 year

If you don't consent to a drug test thingie in the car if a police officer asks you, you will have your license suspended for ___ and might be ___

1 year; confiscated on the spot.

For drivers age 21 and over, it's also illegal to drive with a BAL of ___ or higher, no matter what their visible signs of impairment are. For drivers under 21, the limit is ___ BAL. This is part of Florida's ___ policy.

.08; .02; Zero Tolerance

Any driver under 21 who is found with a BAL of .02 or higher will automatically have their license suspended for ___.

6 months

What will happen to any driver under 21 who is found with a BAL of .05 or higher?

They'll be required to attend a substance abuse course, and their license will be suspended for 6 months.