All Star Driving Test - Segment 1

The temperature indicator light will come on when the engine over heats, and the engine temperature is above a safe level - T orF?

True

Whenever you are going to park your vehicle on a hill, engage the parking brake to keep your vehicle from rolling - T orF?

True

You should always use you turn signal when moving from a parked position, as well as when moving from one lane to another - T or F?

True

By using your side mirrors to see around you while driving, you eliminate all possible blind spots - T or F?

False

The locations of all your hand and foot controls are the same, regardless of the type of vehicle you are in - T or F?

False

If you are putting a lot of pressure on the accelerator but are still not going anywhere, and there's an unpleasant burning smell, what is happening?

The parking break is still engaged

What should you see when you adjust your rearview mirror?

In a place where you can see the center of the road behind you

There is a law that requires front seat passengers to wear a seatbelt at all times - T or F?

True - State law

The "check engine" light will come on if the fuel pressure is insufficient - T or F?

False

What should you do in an automatic vehicle just before shifting to drive (or right when you get in the car)?

Put your foot on the brake pedal

What is one way to know if the engine is running?

Press lightly on the accelerator

What does the speedometer do?

It tells you how fast your'e going

What do the emergency flasher/hazard lights do?

Warn other drivers that your vehicle is not operating properly

What moves the steering wheel up and down?

The tilt wheel steering device

What should you do before staring the vehicle?

Make sure you and other passengers are wearing seat belts

What is a drivers greatest responsibility?

To do whatever you can to reduce the chances of crashes or injuries

When do you adjust your mirrors?

After adjusting your seat

What do you use if your brake pedal fails?

The emergency brake

What is the alternator light?

It tells you if the battery is not receiving a proper charge

What should you always do when entering a roadway from a curb (or anywhere)?

Use your blinker

What are the most common types of braking?

Coasting, controlled braking, and threshold breaking

What way do the wheels turn when backing up?

The opposite direction of the way you turn the wheel

How far away from the curb should you be while parallel parking?

12 inches

What are the three types of parking?

Parallel, diagonal, and perpendicular

How should you treat a solid yellow light?

As if it were a red light

What does a green arrow mean?

That you have the right of way

What should you prepare for when you see a lane end sign?

To merge

What should you do at a blinking yellow light?

Slow down and proceed with caution

What is a basic speed limit?

The speed limit that is safe for current roadway conditions

What does a white diamond on the road mean?

The lane is reserved for a particular group of users

What is the common speed for residential areas? (if speed isn't posted)

25

What can a guide sign tell you?

If there is a gas station ahead

What traffic signal means you should proceed with caution?

Blinking yellow light

What do solid yellow lines on the road mean?

No passing

What is the speed limit in a trailer park?

15 mph

What does it mean if a curb is painted blue?

It is reserved for handicap users

Regulatory signs - Examples?

Black, white, and red - Stop signs, Railway crossing, do not enter, one way, speed limit, yield, etc.

Warning signs - Examples?

Warning and guide signs - School crossing, deer crossing, slippery when wet, yield ahead, stop sign ahead, no passing zone, etc.

Guide signs - Examples?

Informational - Hospitals, destination sign, US route markers, gasoline, etc.

Energy of motion

The energy that builds up in a moving vehicle

Center if gravity

Where the vehicles weight is centered

Centrifugal force

The natural law that pushes the vehicle out of a curve

Banked curve

Ac rave you can take at a slightly higher speed

Crowned road

A road built up higher in the middle and slopped on both sides

Visual lead time is what?

20-30 seconds ahead

Following distance is what?

3-4 seconds

What does SEE stand for

Search, evaluate, execute

Central vision

In front of you

Controlled intersection

Regulate by signs and lights

Partially controlled intersections

Regulated at some but not all sides of the intersection

Uncontrolled intersections

No signs or services

Y-turn

180 degrees

Gridlock

traffic being stopped at an intersection

U-turn

Making a 180 degree turn without reversing

What should you always do before merging?

Check your bling spots

Who always has the right of way

Pedestrians

Why are one way streets a good design?

They allow for more traffic with less congestion

What type of intersection are on rural roads?

Partially controlled

Washboard roads are

bumpy

Which way do your wheels face when parked facing downhill?

Toward the curb

which way do your tires face when parked facing up hill?

Away from the curb

When is it the most dangerous to drive while its raining?

First 10-15 minutes - Due to the rain mixing with dirt and oil on the pavement

When should you return to your lane when passing a semi-truck?

When you are able to see their headlights in your review mirror

What should you do if an oncoming vehicle veers into your lane?

Don't panic and never go to the left

When might the express way speed be lowered from 70 to 55?

Urban areas, high traffic volumes, more merging traffic, curves

What is the construction zone speed limit on the expressway when workers are present?

60-45

Velocitized

To get accustomed to high speeds and do not realize how fast you are going

When do you use your headlight?

30 minutes before sunrise/sunset

What speed are low beams designed for?

40-45

When should you turn off your high beams

500 feet from another vehicle

Hydroplaning

Driving on water on the roads - drive in the tracks o the vehicle in front of you

What are the types of skids?

Braking, power, cornering

What are does SSS mean in emergency braking

Stomp Stay Steer

What is Kelsey's law

Cant be on the phone while driving unless you
-dont feel safe
-reporting a crime
-medical emergencies
-hands free

What is the texting fines for Michigan?

1 - $100
2 - $200

What are the three forms of aggression

Rush-in , total agression, violence