Drivers Ed Final

________ are superior brakes that utilize a pinching action on a metal disc to slow or stop tire rotation of the tire.

Disc Brakes

_________ are double-walled steel tubes full of brake fluid that conduct the hydraulic pressure.

Brake Lines

__________ signs provide drivers with information, such as directions to highways, rest areas, scenic areas, ect.

Informational

__________ signs regulate traffic by telling drivers what they can and cannot do.

Regulatory

___________ causes moisture to accumulate on the inside of the windshield.

Fog

: Sudden hard steering will cause the center of mass to transfer to the front right or left tire. In vehicles with a high center of gravity, this can cause a ________.

Roll over

"Riding" your breaks while descending a hill can cause the breaks to __________.

Overheat/ fail

A _____ lane is a simple lane that acts as both an entrance and exit to the expressway.

Weave

A ______ skid is the result of having too much power on the drive wheels for the traction of the road surface.

Power

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

No Zone

A broken line next to a solid line indicates that traffic in the lane with the broken line may not pass while traffic with the solid yellow line may pass.

False

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

A change to any of the following inputs will effect the balance of the vehicle, except:

Passengers

A chronic illness last for a short period of time so driving privileges are only temporarily suspended.

False

A driver must yield the right of way to all of the following EXCEPT

Maintenance trucks

A driver should strive to maintain a _______ Distance between your vehicle and the vehicle you are following.

3 second

A driver who does not move out of the way of an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or activated siren is breaking the law and can be ticketed.

True

A flashing "don't walk", a flashing silhouette of a walker, or a flashing hand will indicate when the new pedestrians should not enter the street but those who have already entered.

may proceed across

A flashing yellow light means...

Slow down and proceed with caution

A front wheel skid is know as _____________.

Understeer

A front-wheel skid is also known as_________.

Understeer

A good driver will concentrate...

Not only on the car directly in front, but two or three cars ahead.

A high occupancy vehicle lane...

has white diamonds painted in the middle of it

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

A mile or more

A rear wheel skid is known as __________.

Oversteer

A seatbelt is most effective if the seat back is in the ________ position.

Upright

A shared left turn lane is designated by...

A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line on each side.

A special computerized national network (UNOS) coordinates organ distribution. The acronym UNOS stands for...

United Network for Organ Sharing

A stop sign is a...

Octagon

A sudden change to any one of your primary inputs,___________ , _________, and _________, will change vehicle balance and traction dramatically.

steering, braking, acceleration

A teenager at a crosswalk steps off the curb out to the roadway. As a driver you are required to...

Stop to yield the right of way

A vehicle with __________ can stop a lot faster than one without.

Anti-Lock breaks

A yield sign means you must move to a different lane.

False

ABS is an acronym for _______________.

Anti-Lock Brake System

According to the following chart, how many kilometers is it from Atlanta, GA to Kansas City, MO?

1295 kilometers

According to the map, there is a restaurant on Burton Orlando Blvd.

True

Active Yaw control Systems are meant to limit oversteer and understeer which are also known as...

Front and Rear wheel skids

Air pollution combined with smoke is known as...

Smog

Airbags are often placed in the steering wheel or dashboard to provide a minimum cushion of air immediately before impact.

False

Airbags were developed in the early 1990's

False

Alcohol can be a serious challenge for all age groups. In the 1997 study...

A

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

12

All of the following are types of brake-related technology except for...

Anti-Skid Brakes (ASB)

Also called the emergency brake. This break 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.

Parking Break

An Antilock Braking System (ABS) lets one steer around fallen rock debris on the roadway even if the driver panics and slams on the brakes.

True

An emergency vehicle is approaching you from behind with lights flashing but no siren is sounding. Are you obligated to move to the right and let it pass?

Yes

An increase in speed will result in an exponential increase in force of impact. A collision at 60 mph will have _________ the force of impact of a collision at 30 mph.

4

Anger management is..

A) an emotional process

B) a rational process

(both)

Another way to define "smart breaking" is

Positioning foot over the break pedal

Anti-lock Braking System allows drivers to _________ and ________ simultaneously.

Brake, steer

As a driver scans, he should predict things that may happen. A driver should be ready to make a(n)__________ maneuver if necessary.

Evasive

At a "T" intersection, the driver on the through street has the right of way.

True

At four way stops, if two vehicles arrive at the stop sign at the same time, the vehicle on the _________ yields to the vehicle on the ________.

Left/ Right

Because of the tenseness of a traffic jam situation, drivers rarely become distracted in traffic jams.

False

Before leaving on a long trip you should get adequate rest, identify your route,

And plan rest stops every 90 minutes to two hours

Belt positioning booster seats can only be used with the adult lap and shoulder belt.

True

BGE mirror settings will..

B or A

Biologically, the worst times to drive are generally 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. because your body is generally ready to __________ at these times.

Sleep

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

False

Changes in balance from side to side are referred to as changes in the vehicle's _____.

Roll

Choose one answer below. __________ is a force that pulls all objects toward the center of the Earth. Because ________ affects all objects , it can make a vehicle speed up or slow down.

Gravity

Choose the description that does not apply to Sliding Traction.

The most desirable state of traction when driving

Collisions occur because of disruptions in the flow of traffic.

True

Convertible seats when used rear facing should...

A) Be used for infants less than one year and up to about 20 pounds.

B) Be used with harness straps at or below infant's shoulders.

C) Be used with harness clips at the infant's armpit level

D) All of the above

Deaths of motor vehicle occupants have occurred at speeds as low as 12 mph.

True

Distractions hinder one's driving ability by drawing attention away from driving.

True

Drivers Ed students are good drivers

Not always

Drivers in funeral processions do not have to yield right of way to emergency vehicles.

False

Drivers of large trucks and buses are specially trained and licensed to operate these large commercial vehicles. In spite of their additional training, what are two factors that may lead to sleep deprivation and increase the risk of sharing the road with commercial vehicles?

Long routes and tight deadlines

Drivers who do not have the ability to turn their head can get extra help from...

Extra large mirrors

Driving is the right given to all teenagers in America

False

Driving on a two lane highway at 45 mph, you turn a curve and see two vehicles have collided ahead of you in your lane. How should you avoid colliding with these vehicles?

Steer to the right

Driving under the speed limit (under normal conditions) is a good safe-driving technique.

False

Dual Master Cylinders work together in such a way that if one fails, they both fail.

False

During the night, when others are approaching your vehicle and do not switch to low beam, you should look at ____________.

The right edge of the roadway

Examples of drivers that should be avoided if possible are

A) Drivers that are under the influence of alcohol

B) Drivers that are having breakfast in their car

C) The driver of the vehicle needs assistance

D) All of the above

Facing an imminent frontal collision, you want to reduce the force of impact to minimize damage and injuries. How can you reduce the force of impact?

Reduce the speed of the vehicle

Familiarize yourself with a destination site before driving to eliminate map reading while driving.

True

For emergency vehicles, one moves to the ________ of the roadway.

Far right

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

20,000

Graduated licensing (in some states) may restrict...

A) Night time driving for newly licensed drivers

B) The number of passengers in the vehicle

C) When a teenager can get a learner's permit

D) All of the above

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

True

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

True

Headlights should be dimmed when an approaching vehicle is within ___ feet.

500

High-back booster seats with 5-point harnesses are recommended for use by children approximately 10-30 pounds.

False

How can a passenger tell when the seatbelt is properly used?

When it crossed the sternum and is snug across the lap