Top Driver Illinois Final Exam

What is the purpose of the graduated drive license program?

Ages 15 to 20 to work towards full driving privliges to build driving skills gradually.

Teens have the highest crash risk.

What is the permit phase age?

Drivers age 15

What are the night time driving restrictions?

From Sunday-Thursday- 6am-10pm

Friday-Saturday-6am-11pm

How long a permit be held?

minimum of 9months

What is the minimum amount of hours driving?

50hours and 10hours at night supervised by an adult age 21 or older, with a valid drivers license

How many people are allowed in the car within the first 12 months of having a license?

Untill the driver turns 18 the number of passengers is limited to one person under age 20. unless the passenger is related to the driver.

How long is the permit valid for?

Valid up to 2 years.

What are the ages for intial licenseing phase?

Drivers age 16 or 17

At what time driving restrictions remain in effect?

Until 18

How long do you have to mantain a conviction free driving record before turning 18?

Must mantain a driving record prior to 18

Who is required to wear a seatbelt?

everyone

How old must a child be to sit in the front seat of the car?

12years old

speed limit on interstates and tollways?

70mph

Speed limits for highways with 4 lanes?

65mph

Speed limit for other highways and rural areas?

55mph

Speed limit for city/town areas?

30mph

Speed limit for alleys?

15mph

Speed limit for school zones?

20mph (on school days between am and 4pm or when children are present and signs are posted)

What are the laws pertaining to passing on illinois roadways?

One of 2 lane highway, signal, to pass another veihicle.

What are the laws pertaining proper signaling?

Signal at least 100ft prior

What are the laws pertaining to a stopped school bus?

Stop both sides of the street on a 2 lane road. 4 lane roadway dont have to stop but drive with caution.

What are the laws pertaining to yeilding to an emergency veihcle?

Pull over if sirens on. Pull to the right of the road.

What is following distance?

Distance between you and the car in front of you

How much distance is required and how is it measured?

3-5 seconds, 1 one thousand x3

What should you do if you find yourself being tailgated?

Just drive normally or slow down. dont road rage.

What are the laws pertaining to right turns on red?

you can turn unless there is a sign. check cross traffic.

What is the manditory automobile insurance requirement in illinois?

Cars must be covered with liabillity (insurance card)

yield sign?

give the right of way to vehicles

Once you have entered your vehicle, what procedures should you follow before starting the car?

seat, seatbelt, gas, loose objects, hanging objects, doors shut

blue sign?

gas/rest stop/lodging

Brown sign?

recreation/casinos/shopping/hotel

Orange sign?

construction

Green sign?

where and which way to go

Yellow sign?

warning

Railroad crossing sign?

15-50 feet stop if sign posted

Yellow lines?

Seperates cars going in opposite directions

White lines?

Seperates cars moving in the same direction

Double solid yellow lines?

No passing zone, traffic moving in opposite direction

Solid yellow with broken yellow?

Line nearest to your lane is the passing instructions

Arrow on roadway?

Turn in that direction only

When the directional signal is pushed down, what direction is it indicating?

Left

Blind spot?

The spot you cannot see with the help of your mirrors and where other drivers cannot see you

In what situations would properly checking your blindspot be critical for safety?

Reversing, and lane change, turning, lane merging, parking and pulling away from the curb

Tracking?

Staying in the center of the road

What are three ways for proper tracking?

1- Hold the steering wheel in balanced position

2- Scan the road ahead

3-Scan the road for 12-15 seconds

When should drivers cover the brake?

Only cover brake when you see a potential hazard ahead

What does the term Proactive Driving mean?

Follows rules of the road, being aware of your surroundings, safe driving

What does SCC stand for?

S- Scanning, and becoming aware of your surroundings

C- Communication, using various methods to notify other drivers

C- Coushin, area around the vehicle we try to keep safe from hazards

How far down the road should you scan in a city/residential area?

1 1/2 blocks and or 12-15 seconds

How far down the road should you scan in a rural/interstate?

12-15 seconds

How often should you check your mirrors?

Every 3-5 seconds

Can you ever eliminate your blindspot?

no

What ways can you communicate with other drivers?

Signals, hazards, headlights, braking, brights, honking, reverse

What does ideal conditions mean?

Perfect clear weather that is easy to drive in

What does adverse conditions mean?

Rainy snowy or foggy or too sunny weather conditions that makes it harder to drive in

What does STV stand for?

Space- space between lanes and you vehicle, and you car between pedestrians and other cars

Traction-The grip of your tires to the road surface

Visability- The ability to see and to be seen by other cars

What does ABS stand for?

Auto

Lock

Braking System

Explain why the concept of "Tire Contact Patches" and why it is important?

The space between the tire is gripping with the road, and helps hold the road surface

If your vehicle begins to skid, what steps can you take to control the skid?

Steer the car in the direction you want to go, and take your foot off the accelerator, and brake

What are the four rules of a 4 way stop?

1. first come first serve

2. yield to the right

3. straight over turning

4. right over left

Is it ever recommened you ever driver slower then a posted speed limit?

Only when an accident/ adverse weather

What does the term highway hypnosis mean?

Boardom, not changing speeds/ lanes

When driving long distances how often should you take a safety stop?

Take a pit stop every 2 hours or switch drivers if possible

What is the I-Pass tollway system?

Collects money without having to stop

When spotting an ambulance when on an intersection when a light turns green, what should you do?

Pull over to the curb or slow down

What is a crumple zone?

A part of the front of your car that is designed to crumple to keep you safe

What does BAC stand for?

Blood Alchohol Concentration

What is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21?

under 21- convicted of a DUI

Stimulants?

Speeds up central nervous system

Hallucinogens?

Changes the way a person thinks, sees and acts

Depressants?

Slows down central nervous system

Narcotics?

A class of substances that blunt the senses

What should you do in the event of a stuck accelerator pedal?

Put foot under gas and push up. stay calm. slowly press brake.

What to do in a tire blowout?

Keep hands firmly on steering wheel. stay calm. dont press gas. stay off brakes.

What to do when another driver begins to drift in your lane facing the opposite direction?

Sound horn, reduce speed, do not move into the other lane because the driver could recover