National driver training institute (VA)

While the death rates for drivers in all ages declined 20% from 1975 - 1996...

A.) The 17-19 year old rates dropped
B.) The rate for 16 year olds nearly doubled
C.) The rate for 16 year olds increased 72%
D.) Both A and B are correct

D (Both A and B are correct - The 17-19 year old rates dropped and The rate for 16 year olds nearly doubled)

Seat belts only save lives in crashes on the freeway

A.) True
B.) False

False

Graduated licensing is a concept that is sweeping the United States.

A.) True
B.) False

True

Changing a tire can be summarized in 6 steps. Which is not one those steps?

A.) Loosen the lug nuts
B.) Jack up the vehicle
C.) Check the tire pressure
D.) Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern

C - Check the tire pressure

According to the Johns Hopkins University Study of 1955, which of the following is NOT a major area of performance that must be mastered by new drivers

A.) Operational—the control of the vehicle
B.) Guidance—maneuvering the vehicle
C.) Fundamental—the basic skills of driving
D.) Navigational—planning

C - Fundamental—the basic skills of driving

Shimmying, wobbling, shaking, or pulling to one side while driving under normal
conditions is a good indicator that you should take your vehicle to a mechanic.

A.) True
B.) False

True

Also called the emergency brake. This brake uses cables and levers to activate the rear brakes in case the hydraulic brakes fail. It should be engaged when parking on a hill or slope.

A.) Power Brake
B.) Parking Brake
C.) Dual Master Cylinder
D.) Disc Brake

B - Parking Brake

The _____ pushes fuel through the lines from the tank to the carburetor.

A.) Fuel pump
B.) Choke
C.) Turbo
D.) Fuel Line

A - Fuel pump

The _________ increases the air entering the cylinders.

A.) Turbo
B.) Air Filter
C.) Choke
D.) Fuel Lines

A - Turbo

The ________ system draws energy from the battery to create high voltage surges to set off combustion in the engine's cylinders.

A.) Ignition
B.) Starting
C.) Accessory
D.) Turbo

A - Ignition

The _________ system produces electrical power while the engine is running to operate all the electrical components and recharge the battery.

A.) Ignition
B.) Starting
C.) Fuel
D.) Charging

D - Charging

BGE mirror settings will . . .

A.) Significantly reduce mirror blind spots.
B.) Completely eliminate mirror blind spots.
C.) Reduce mirror glare.
D.) None of the above.

A - Significantly reduce mirror blind spots

Looking over your shoulder is the only way to compensate for blind spots.

A.) True
B.) False

True

Which person would experience the greatest force of impact in a sudden collision?

A.) A 200 lb. man traveling 20 mph
B.) 150 lb. woman at 30 mph
C.) A 35 lb. infant at 75 mph
D.) A 75 lb. child at 55 mph

B - 150lb. woman at 30 mph

The average 150 lb. female passenger can easily hold an unbelted 10 lb. infant in her lap at 25 mph, even if they get in a collision.

A.) True
B.) False

False

How do airbags reduce the risk of injury in a collision?

A.) Airbags replace seat belts as the primary restraint system.
B.) Airbags form a protective barrier between the colliding automobiles.
C.) Airbags provide oxygen to help the injured person breath.
D.) Airbags work together with seat belts to reduce the force of collision and provide a cushion of support between the individual and the automobile.

D - Airbags work together with seat belts to reduce the force of collision and provide a cushion of support between the individual and the automobile.

Chances of death or injury at low speeds when the driver is unbelted are the same as those for belted drivers.

A.) True
B.) False

False

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Board, ______ year old drivers are the riskiest.

A.) 17
B.) 16
C.) 26
D.) 21

B - 16

Driving is made-up of a complex group of factors that continually impact...

A.) Perception, Thinking, and Flow Control
B.) Thinking, Approaching, and Delivering
C.) Perception, Thinking, and Motor Skills
D.) Thinking, Acting, and Matching

C - Perception, Thinking, and Motor Skills

Most states allow parents to restrict driving privileges until age ____

A.) 18
B.) 14
C.) 20
D.) 23

A - 18

Drivers Ed students are good drivers

A.) Not Always
B.) Yes
C.) No
D.) All of the above

A - Not Always

Immaturity and inexperience are characteristics that often make the teen less skilled and less cautious.

A.) True
B.) False

True

The privilege of driving the family vehicles should be earned by demonstrating a good driving ______, some driving _______, and _________.

A.) Distance, Resources, Aggressiveness
B.) Ability, Tactics, Knowledge
C.) Attitude, Aptitude, Maturity
D.) Technique, at night, some during the day

C - Attitude, Aptitude, Maturity

Looking over the shoulder is the most critical factor in compensating for blind spots to the sides.

A.) True
B.) False

True

Traditional steering wheel hand positions such as 10:00/ 2:00 are no longer acceptable because deploying airbags may throw the drivers hands into his face.

A.) True
B.) False

True

The standard reference point for parallel parking is...

A.) the center of your vehicles hood
B.) the front of your vehicles hood
C.) the right fender

A - the center of your vehicles hood

Organ/tissue donors must be at least ______ years of age or have consent from a parent or legal guardian.

A.) 15
B.) 16
C.) 17
D.) 18

D - 18

The gift of life to a person in need is available with only a minimal cost to the organ donor.

A.) True
B.) False

False

Before leaving a vehicle, adjust the windows to the closed or no more than ¼ inch gap.

A.) True
B.) False

True

In choosing a parking space, be sure not to park too close to a fire hydrant.

A.) True
B.) False

True

When starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission, be sure the gear selector is set in (P)ark or ________.

A.) (N)eutral
B.) (1)First
C.) (R)everse
D.) (S)tart

A - (N)eutral

A vehicle with a manual transmission requires a different starting procedure because the driver must depress the _______ pedal while turning the ignition.

A.) Start
B.) Ignition
C.) Clutch
D.) Brake

C - Clutch

When the oil pressure light activates, one should have one's vehicle serviced soon.

A.) True
B.) False

True

If a vehicle is equipped with Anti-lock Braking System, the ABS light will illuminate for a few seconds at start up.

A.) True
B.) False

True

If the airbag light stays on while the vehicle is being driven, it is an indication...

A.) that the airbag is functional and working properly
B.) that the airbag needs to be replaced
C.) that the airbag is about to deploy
D.) that the airbag needs to be serviced

D - that the airbag needs to be serviced

Why is the old "traditional" 10:00 / 2:00 hand position no longer the preferred position?

A.) Airbags
B.) Comfort
C.) Style
D.) Obstruction of view

A - Airbags

There are now two preferred positions for hands.

A.) 9 / 3 and 10 / 4
B.) 9 / 3 and 8 / 4
C.) 9 / 3 and 11 / 1
D.) 8 / 4 and 10 / 2

B - 9 / 3 and 8 / 4

Modified hand to hand steering __________ require that the driver place one hand over the other while going into and coming out of the turn.

A.) Does
B.) Does not

B - Does not

Those cited most often for speeding while driving are which age group?

A.) 16
B.) 19
C.) 21
D.) 40

A - 16

Modified hand-to-hand method of steering means you never actually bring your right hand in contact with your left hand.

A.) True
B.) False

True

One keeps her hands away from the top of the steering wheel because if an airbag deploys she will likely punch herself in the face.

A.) True
B.) False

True

Newly constructed highways may have ___________ _______ along the outer boundary of the lane. This feature creates a loud noise if the vehicle drifts to the edge of the road.

A.) Belch lines
B.) Wake-up tracks
C.) Rumble strips
D.) Vehiquakes

C - Rumble strips

The shoulder of the road is designed to allow drivers to pass to the right of broken-down vehicles.

A.) True
B.) False

False

Guard rails, street lights, and electronic notification signs are safety features one might encounter in today's Highway Transportation System.

A.) True
B.) False

True

People, vehicles, and roadways are all part of the _________.

A.) HTS- Highway Transportation System
B.) DSS- Drive Safely System
C.) HTSS- Help Travel Safely System
D.) AFTS- Air / Ground Transportation System

A - HTS- Highway Transportation System

Which law requires vehicle manufacturers to include certain safety features like safety belts and shatter proof glass in their vehicles?

A.) The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
B.) The National Highway Safety Act
C.) The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Act
D.) The No Vehicle Left Behind Act

A - The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act

Good traction for any slippery condition is typically lost after the first _________ miles, even with high grade tires.

A.) 5,000
B.) 10,000
C.) 20,000
D.) 30,000

C - 20,000

The Alternator/Generator Warning Light or Gauge indicates improper functioning of your vehicle's __________ system.

A.) Alternative
B.) Generating
C.) Electrical
D.) Fuel

C - Electrical

The batteries are charged by the electricity generated by the alternator.

A.) True
B.) False

True

Do "maintenance-free" batteries require you to remove any corrosion from the battery terminals and make sure the cables are connected properly?

A.) Yes
B.) No

Yes

What does the S in the acronym SIPDE stand for?

A.) Scan
B.) See
C.) Sit
D.) Scam

A - Scan

What does the P in the acronym SIPDE stand for?

A.) Pull over
B.) Predict
C.) Pass
D.) Pavement

B - Predict

What does the D in the acronym SIPDE stand for?

A.) Decide
B.) Deliver
C.) Delegate
D.) Deny

A - Decide

What does the E in the acronym SIPDE stand for?

A.) Elevate
B.) Examine
C.) Execute
D.) Extend

C - Execute

It should be the goal of every driver to identify hazards just as they enter ones path of travel.

A.) True
B.) False

False

Drivers should decide what to do about a crisis just as it arises.

A.) True
B.) False

False

Twice as many crashes happen at intersections with traffic control devices than without them.

A.) True
B.) False

True

The best way to avoid accidents at intersections is to:

A.) Always stop first, even if you do not have a stop sign.
B.) Always honk your horn as you go through an intersection.
C.) Avoid intersections whenever you drive.
D.) Look both ways to ensure cross traffic has yielded before entering the intersection.

D - Look both ways to ensure cross traffic has yielded before entering the intersection

In neighborhood areas, more pedestrians are struck at intersections than any other place.

A.) True
B.) False

False

At intersections, especially during inclement weather, the BEST way to ensure other drivers see you is to:

A.) Honk your horn.
B.) Turn on your headlights if not automatically turned on.
C.) Use your turn signal.
D.) Slow down and try to see if they are looking at you.

B - Turn on your headlights if not automatically turned on

When driving in heavy snow or fog, the driver should always turn his lights on high beam to see the road more clearly.

A.) True
B.) False

False

When traveling under 40 miles per hour, which rule is best for using turn signals?

A.) Signal continuously for at least 100 feet before the turn.
B.) Signal continuously for at least 200 feet before the turn.
C.) Signal for 100 feet before the turn only when traffic is around.
D.) Signal for 20 feet before the turn only when traffic is around.

A - Signal continuously for at least 100 feet before the turn

Which of the following should you NOT do when passing a car?

A.) Look over your shoulder before changing lanes.
B.) Look over your shoulder before moving back into your lane.
C.) See the entire front end of the other car in your rearview mirror before moving
into your lane.
D.) Get back into your lane as soon as you clear the front of the car passed.

D - Get back into your lane as soon as you clear the front of the car passed

The primary use of a car horn is to tell people to get moving or to get out of your way.

A.) True
B.) False

False

You can tell when you are in the blind spot of another vehicle when you cannot see the driver's face in the rearview mirror.

A.) True
B.) False

True

What is the default speed limit for school, business, and residential zones?

A.) 25 mph
B.) 35 mph
C.) 55 mph
D.) 65 mph

A - 25 mph

Pedestrians have the right of way:

A.) Only at crosswalks
B.) Everywhere
C.) At intersecting streets where there are neither traffic lights nor traffic officers
D.) At a four way stop if they arrives first or if they are to the right of a vehicle that
arrived at the same time.

A(?) (B is incorrect)

A cell phone can be dangerous because:

A.) dialing it occupies one of the driver's hands.
B.) it creates a mental distraction.
C.) it creates a visual distraction.
D.) All of the above

D - All of the above

A.) dialing it occupies one of the driver's hands
B.) it creates a mental distraction
C.) it creates a visual distraction

If you need to make an emergency call on the road, you should:

A.) do it while waiting at a traffic light.
B.) keep your eyes on the road by using speed dial.
C.) pull over to the side of the road or interstate.
D.) ask a passenger to do it, or park where it is safe and legal.

D - ask a passenger to do it, or park where it is safe and legal

Vehicle controls, like those for the stereo or heater, are probably the riskiest because they:

A.) create a serious mental distraction
B.) are so commonly used
C.) are hands-free
D.) none of the above

B - are so commonly used

All children under the age of ____ should be properly restrained in the backseat.

A.) 12
B.) 5
C.) 10
D.) 3

A - 12

The best way to respond to an aggressive driver is to:

A.) pass him or her immediately.
B.) get out of the driver's way and let him or her pass.
C.) inform the driver that you are going to call the police.
D.) write down the driver's license plate number.

B - get out of the driver's way and let him or her pass

Most drowsy-driving accidents occur between the hours of_____.

A.) 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.
B.) 10 p.m. and midnight.
C.) midnight and 6 a.m.
D.) 6 a.m. and 8 a.m.

C - midnight and 6 a.m.

If you find yourself nodding off while driving, you should:

A.) find a motel or safe rest area and get some sleep as soon as possible.
B.) call someone to pick you up.
C.) ask a rested passenger to take over.
D.) any of the above.

D - any of the above.

- find a motel or safe rest area and get some sleep as soon as possible
- call someone to pick you up
- ask a rested passenger to take over

Before setting off on a driving vacation, you should:

A.) look over the travel route and the layout of the final destination
B.) place a list of emergency numbers next to the steering wheel, so you can see it
while driving
C.) designate three to five drivers for the trip
D.) listen to music that gets you "pumped up" behind the wheel

A - look over the travel route and the layout of the final destination

When driving on business travel, always allow extra time to get to meetings if you are:

A.) driving a rental vehicle
B.) concerned or stressed about being late
C.) unfamiliar with the route
D.) any of the above

D - any of the above

A.) driving a rental vehicle
B.) concerned or stressed about being late
C.) unfamiliar with the route

If you are driving an unfamiliar vehicle, you should be conservative when:

A.) using the air conditioner
B.) braking and steering
C.) using side mirrors
D.) adjusting stereo controls

B - braking and steering

A blind spot behind or to the side of a large truck or bus is also known as a/an_____.

A.) Yield Zone
B.) Blind Zone
C.) Prediction Point
D.) No Zone

D - No Zone

The _______ is your legal right to pursue your intended path of travel.

A.) Right of way
B.) Headway
C.) Access Tunnel
D.) Yield way

A - Right of way

Which of the following is not a passive warning for railroad crossings:

A.) a stop line with a cross buck
B.) yellow circular advance warning
C.) railroad gates
D.) Diamond-shaped parallel track sign

C - railroad gates

A loaded freight train of 100 cars weighs approximately 6,000 tons and requires
_________ to stop.

A.) a mile or more
B.) twenty-two football fields
C.) space equal to the length of the train
D.) the length of an aircraft carrier

A - a mile or more

More deaths occur because of train collisions than airline crashes.

A.) True
B.) False

True

Train engineers blow the train whistle when they...

A.) are bored.
B.) approach a train station.
C.) encounter an emergency.
D.) cross a bridge.

C - encounter an emergency

Trespassing on railroad property results in nearly ______ deaths per year.

A.) 50
B.) 250
C.) 500
D.) 5000

C - 500

Attempting to ride or hike on, or even walk near train tracks, bridges, and trestles is dangerous because you may:

A.) be yelled at by a train conductor.
B.) be hit by an approaching train.
C.) both of the above.
D.) none of the above.

B - be hit by an approaching train

How should you respond to flashing red lights at a railroad crossing?

A.) Stop, look left, right, left again and proceed.
B.) Slow down and proceed with caution.
C.) Stop and wait for the train to pass, then proceed when it is clearly safe to do so.
D.) Speed up and cross the tracks before the train arrives.

C - Stop and wait for the train to pass, then proceed when it is clearly safe to do so

Many states require motorists to stop at least ____ feet from the rail of the railroad and not more than ____ feet away.

A.) 10, 25
B.) 15, 50
C.) 12, 35
D.) 10, 50

B - 15, 50

When completing a turn onto a multiple lane street:

A.) select the rightmost lane because it is the slowest lane.
B.) select the leftmost lane because it is the fastest lane.
C.) always select the center lane.
D.) select closest available lane in your desired direction

D - select closest available lane in your desired direction

When approaching a hillcrest where you can not see the other side...

A.) approach the crest in the rightmost lane.
B.) approach the crest in the center of the lane.
C.) approach the crest in the leftmost lane.
D.) always stop.

A - approach the crest in the rightmost lane

Traffic laws really never give anyone the right of way, they only tell who must yield.

A.) True
B.) False

True

If you are waiting to turn left when there is oncoming traffic, you should turn the front wheels towards the left to get ready for the turn. This will give you a quicker response time to make your turn.

A.) True
B.) False

False

When turning onto a street with more than one turning lane, drivers must:

A.) Turn into the first available lane nearest them
B.) Turn into either the first available lane or the middle lane
C.) Turn into the lane furthest away from them.
D.) Turn into the middle lane.

A - Turn into the first available lane nearest them

When approaching an intersection, you should always look for:

A.) Bicycles
B.) Vehicles
C.) Children
D.) All of the above

D - All of the above

A.) Bicycles
B.) Vehicles
C.) Children

Most states require drivers to turn their lights on when visibility is below _____ feet.

A.) 500
B.) 200
C.) 1000
D.) 2000

B(?) (A is incorrect)

If the sun is just on the horizon behind you, other drivers looking in your direction will have a difficult time seeing you. You can help enable other drivers to see you better if you...

A.) Honk your horn
B.) Pull over to the side of the road
C.) Turn your headlights off
D.) Turn your headlights on

D - Turn your headlights on

The basic rule for using turn signals is to:

A.) Use them often
B.) Signal early
C.) Signal quickly
D.) Don't use them unless absolutely necessary

B - Signal early

Most states required drivers to signal at least _____ feet before making a turn.

A.) 100
B.) 70
C.) 50
D.) 30

A - 100

If the turn indicators are not operating, hand signals have to be used.

A.) True
B.) False

True

If you can't see the driver's face in his rearview mirror, you can probably assume:

A.) He is mad at you
B.) He can see you
C.) He is turning
D.) He cannot see you

D - He cannot see you

If traffic will not allow you to safely change lanes, you should:

A.) Honk your horn, and proceed to change lanes
B.) Put on your turning signal, and Smoothly veer into the lane that you want.
C.) Travel to the next available exit or turn
D.) Stop Immediately

C - Travel to the next available exit or turn