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It is important to decide how to manage available time, space, and __________ risk.

Lack of driving experience.

What is the largest reason for young drivers having fatal crashes?

Check each tire for proper inflation, check all lights, and check your controls for warnings.

What are some pre-drive hazard checks you should always make?

protection if struck from the rear.

Why is it important to have your head restraints properly adjusted? -It will provide...

The top of your shoulders.

If you are properly seated, the top of the steering wheel should be no higher then?

8 years old

Children under the age of __________ and less than 4' 9" must be secured in a child restraint system.

middle of the back seat

If there is an airbag in the vehicle, the safest position for a child restraint seat is located where? -In the...

after you adjust your seat.

The best time to adjust the mirrors is...

It covers areas not visible in the rearview mirror and side mirrors.

The main value of making a head check to the left or right before changing lanes is?

fault light

What will be an indication if an air bag is not in proper condition? -The air bag ________ will stay on.

The engine temperature level is not safe.

What does it mean if your temperature light comes on when you are driving?

Before entering the turn.

When should you break when entering a turn?

Left turns

Which turn requires you to go into the first lane after all yellow lines?

Right turns

Which turn requires you to go into the first lane closest to the curb?

Closer to the curb.

When turning right, where will the rear wheels track in relation to the front wheels?

Pull over and wait behind parked vehicles.

If, for example, you are driving in a neighborhood and there is not enough room to squeeze by an oncoming vehicle, what should you do?

same

When backing up, you should steer in the ________ direction you want to go?

back slowly; over your shoulders

When backing out of a parking spot you should always _______ and look ______ as you back up.

rear bumper

While parallel parking, a good hint to know when you are at a 45-degree angle is when your front bumper is even with the front vehicle's -------.

Away from the curb.

Which way do your wheels face when parked uphill with a curb?

15 mph

What is the speed limit in city parks or in mobile home parks?

25 mph

What is the speed limit in subdivision areas, school zones, parks, and business districts?

yellow(maize) and black

An advisory speed sign is not a speed limit but is the fastest recommended speed under ideal conditions and is which colors?

45 mph

What is the speed limit in Construction zones when workers are present or on other side roads?

Added Lane sign

What is this sign called?

Railroad sign(remember the railroad crossing sign which is a X shape as well.)

What is this sign called?

Remember basic regulatory signs as well. I forgot if we need to know any. There is no answer to this question, just a reminder.

check traffic

When stopped for a red light you should _______ before moving after the light turns green.

slow down and proceed with caution

A flashing yellow light means _______________; be prepared to yield

traffic; pedestrians

Even if you are given a green arrow you must still yield to ________ and ______ if any.

slow down; clear

A flashing yellow arrow allows drivers to _________ and if the intersection is ______ to proceed.

They mark the outer edge of roads, bike lanes, and turn lanes. They also discourage passing and are also used for stop lines and crosswalks.

What do solid white lines on a road do?

Vehicles next to the broken line may pass.

What does a broken yellow line next to a solid yellow line mean?

straight line.

When driving into the curve the car will tend to go in a _________________ instead of naturally turning.

4 times greater(quadruple)

If you double the speed of a vehicle, the kinetic energy will be how many times greater?

Newton's first law: An object in motion will stay in motion, and an object at rest stays at rest, unless acted upon by an outside force.

What is inertia?

Gradually slow down and do NOT apply the brakes.

What should you do if you start losing traction on the roadway?

you may be unable to re-enter the road depending on the shoulder condition.

If you leave the road to avoid a hazard or emergency and end up driving on the shoulder, keep in mind that...

the more steering control you will need.

The greater the drop-off of the shoulder,.....

"Field of Vision."

The whole area you can see around you is called the...

Far ahead toward the center of your path.

Where should you look if you are trying to drive straight?

central vision

You will drive where your _____________ is

far, near, and side to side

You're doing a good search when you're looking_____, ________, and __________.

You need to be continuously searching for hazards.

What is the best way to keep from getting involved in emergency driving situations?

trouble

Actively searching places where ________ could be is the best way to be searching for hazards in traffic.

20 to 30 seconds

You can identify potential problems with how many seconds of visual lead time?

12 to 16 seconds

You can identify objects that could require a change in speed or direction with how many seconds of visual lead time?

8 to 12 seconds

You can identify alternate paths of travel and stopping zone in advance with how many seconds of visual lead time?

8 seconds

How many seconds of visual lead time do you need to have a safe stopping zone provided?

4 seconds

How many seconds of visual lead time do you need to be at what is considered a safe following distance?

3 seconds

How many seconds of following distance should you have at 45 mph?

4 seconds

How many seconds of following distance should have at 65 mph?

front

If someone is tailgating you, it is best to allow a greater space area to the _________ of you.

4 seconds(also known as the 4 second rule.)

What is the estimated stopping distance a person needs in most cases?

searching far enough ahead

A driver that brakes or swerves suddenly in traffic is an indication that they are not ____________.

When others give it to you.

When do you the right of way?

Left, right, left

Before turning, which way should you look?

opposite

When you approach an intersection with a yield sign, you should allow vehicles coming from the _______ direction the right of way.

An intersection regulated by lights or signs at all sides.

What is a controlled intersection?

You, you have the right of way.

If you show up at an intersection the same time as someone to your left, who goes first?

Your light is about to change to yellow.

Example of Intersection Foresight: As you approach the intersection you noticed the pedestrian signal on the other side of the intersection just changed to "Don't Walk". What is about to happen with your light?

When you can see both headlights of the vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror.

When passing a vehicle on a two-lane road, when is it safe to return to the lane of the vehicle you passed?

Partially(middle third) in the intersection.

Where should you position yourself while waiting to make an unprotected left turn?

Keep the wheels straight, otherwise you'll be pushed into oncoming traffic.

When waiting to turn left, should your wheels remain straight or turned to the left?

At least 10 mph faster than the other vehicle without exceeding the speed limit.

At what speed should you pass another vehicle?

The driver's view is easily blocked; they both have blind spots.

Why is changing lanes and passing similar?

When you cannot complete the passing before a no-passing zone.

When is one time when it is illegal to pass?

Vehicles that are in the roundabout(in all circulating lanes.)

At roundabouts, which vehicles have the right of way?

Backing into a driveway or alley on the right.

When turning around in a narrow lane and traffic is coming toward you, what is the best way to turn around?

All the time

When do pedestrians have the right of way?

Pull up to the crosswalk to be sure they can hear your engine.

What should you do if there is a visually impaired person at a crosswalk?

When facing a WALK sign or symbol.

Where should a pedestrian cross at an intersection?

Slow down and let the vehicles pass first.

What should you do when you're passing a bicycle on a narrow lane with oncoming vehicles?

have the right to use a full traffic lane.

Motorcycle operators...

speed; small

It is difficult too determine a motorcycle's __________ and distance because they are _________

be aware when changing direction; they are harder to see, so before changing lanes make sure you look over your shoulder.

When it comes to motorcycles you should...

Increase your following distance when behind them.

Since motorcycles can stop quickly you should...

When you can see both headlights of the vehicle in your rearview mirror.

When should you return to your lane when passing a large vehicle?

They need more time to stop and you may not provide an adequate space for stopping.

Why should you not cut in front of a truck while passing?

Pass quickly on the left and move ahead. Large trucks cannot see your car next to them.

When passing a large vehicle or a truck you should...

There are 4, but the truck driver will have the most trouble seeing the sides and the rear.

How many no zones does a truck have and which are the most difficult for truck drivers to see?

You need more room to see around the truck.

Why should you allow more space in front of you when following behind a large truck?

It will block your view from potential hazards.

What are some dangers of being too close to a large truck?

Trucks will often use part of the left lane to complete the turn.

What often happens when a truck wants to turn right onto a street with two lanes in each direction?

When the bus is stopped on the other side of a divided highway. There must be a medium, wall, or landscape between you and the bus.

When do you not have to stop for a school bus with its overhead red lights flashing?

Stop at least 20 feet from the bus until the lights turn off.

When a bus has its overhead red lights on, what should you do?

Immediately move over to the right side of the road, this includes if you are on a one-way street.

What is part of the procedure when an emergency vehicle has its lights on and its siren active?

You should wait until you can completely cross the tracks before proceeding.

If you are in heavy traffic and you must cross railroad tracks before an upcoming intersection, what should you do?

drive in the middle

When in the city and there are oncoming vehicles to your left and parked vehicles to your right, you should...

at least a block ahead

In the city you should check for traffic signals...

plan to get into the proper lane 2-3 blocks before the turn.

In cities when you know you will be making a turn you should...

position your vehicle to the right portion of your lane.

When on a one-way street in a city and parked vehicles are to your left, you should...

The center lane(if there is one)

In cities, to avoid conflicts when traffic is heavy in the right lane, it is best to use which lane?

Determining speed is the most important decision.

What is a characteristic of rural roads?

reduce speed before the gravel.

When approaching loose gravel, you should...

Deer

What animal can be especially hazardous when driving on rural roadways?

This is not confirmed to be on the test, but you should check the differences between driving o expressways and other roadways in Unit 9 in our booklet.

Rumble strips

What is something on expressways to let drivers know they are driving off the road?

DO NOT ENTER

If you see a "________________" sign, then you are entering an exit ramp.

match speed

Try to _____________ of the expressway.