Driver’s Ed Midterm Exam

(through excel driving school)

what are the keys to safe and responsible driving

learn about the risks of driving and learn how to manage those risks

learning to drive is a ______

continuous process

What does predict mean in the IPDE process

To anticipate where possible points of conflict can develop

what does HTS mean

highway transportation system

List three parts of HTS

highways, people, and automobiles

driving in a courteous way will help you to _____

avoid conflicts

how can you stop potentially dangerous situations

By having a good attitude

how many sides does a school zone sign have?

Five sides

What colors can a school zone sign be

green or yellow

what must you do at all stop lines

bring the vehicle to a complete stop, ensuring that it does not extend beyond the stop line

what does a reduction in lanes sign mean

the roadway narrows

what does a yellow, diamond shape mean

warning

true or false: you must have the proper permit to park in a space that has a parking for persons with disabilities sign

true

what do guide signs mark

routes, intersections, and service areas

true or false: interstate highway signs are shaped like a shield and are red, white, and blue

true

where are some locations that you might find no-parking zones

fire hydrants, curves, intersections, pedestrian crosswalks, school areas

raised roadway markers on the roadway and shoulder are used to define_____

a safe path of travel

a traffic light signal takes precedence over a traffic control officer’s signal

false

what will happen if the airbags are not in proper operating condition

the warning lights will stay on

the temperature light or gauge (in the dashboard) indicates the temperature of the _______

engine coolant

if you enter a car from the street side, should you approach the vehicle from the front or back of the car?

The front part of the vehicle

will the radio and electrical equipment operate when the ignition is turned to “accessory”

yes

true or false: when the ignition switch is turned to “lock”, the shift lever and steering wheel lock

true

what is friction point

when car starts to move

Describe hand-over-hand steering

pulling the wheel down with one hand while the other crosses over to pull the wheel farther down

when do you accelerate when completing a turn

accelerate gently about halfway through the turn

true or false: when steering a vehicle, you should pick a target out in the distance and find the aiming point

true

when backing up, you should look through the _________ windows in the direction you want to back

rear and side

when planning a turn, how far ahead should you be in the correct lane before the turn

a block

true or false: when making a right turn, you are allowed to turn from right lane of the street you are on to the right lane of the street you want to turn on to

true

why is a three point turn risky

because you may cross or back into 1 or more lanes of traffic

list two examples of a standard reference point

side-view mirror and hood ornament

when do you turn your wheels sharply right in a parallel parking maneuver

when the back of the passenger seat is even with the rear bumper

when do you put the car in park when parking uphill or downhill

you put the car in park before setting the parking brake to keep your vehicle from rolling into the street

list 6 risk factors contributed by the roadway and the environment

bright sun, construction, dark shadows, snow/ice/rain, sharp curves, and potholes

when you apply the IPDE process, you may decide to

change speed, change direction, or communicate with others

what is the zone control system

is an organized method for managing 6 zones of space surrounding your vehicle

what is the smith system

Helps drivers develop good seeing habits

when you aim high in steering, how far ahead should you look into your target area as you drive

look 12-15 seconds into your target area

True or false: an orderly visual search pattern involves searching critical areas of the traffic environment in a regular sequence

true

the area you can see around you while looking straight ahead is called_____

field of vision

when predicting a point of conflict, you predict where your______ might cross with another

path

measuring, comparing, and evaluating a traffic situation are part of the third step in the IPDE process. What is the third step?

decide

true or false: an intersection is a low-risk area where the management of your path of travel needs constant attention

false, high-risk

How do good drivers deal with potential hazards in a safe and responsible manner

by adjusting for them

can an emotional event not related to driving affect your driving task

yes

true or false: emotional conversations with passengers while driving can cause you to be distracted

true

why is your sense of hearing important while driving

alerts you to critical traffic sounds

should you rest before you start out on a long drive? Why?

yes, to prevent fatigue

carbon monoxide is present in all _________

exhaust gases from all gasoline engines

provide three ways that you can prevent carbon monoxide poisoning from your vehicle

check your exhaust system regularly, heavy traffic: keep a safe distance and keep windows up, and never run your car in a garage with door closed

when taking medicine and before driving, what precaution should you take

always read the label on the medicine to see if the medicine has side effects that can affect your driving

can a person with a chronic illness be licensed to drive? If so how?

Yes, if the person has medical proof the illness is under control

True or false: special vehicles allow people to drive with redesigned equipment and controls

true

what age group is more likely to be alcohol impaired than any other age group

16-20

alcohol is classified as

a depressant and a drug

true or false: alcohol begins to affect a person’s abilities after it is digested

false, almost the moment it enters the body

what is a common effect of alcohol that causes drivers to experience a false sense of being

euphoria

what effect does drinking coffee after drinking alcohol have on blood alcohol content

none

is driving after taking drugs as dangerous as driving after drinking

no

the surest way for a person to eliminate the risk of driving under the influence of alcohol is to NOT ________

drink and drive

How can depressants make a person feel while driving

very relaxed, uninhibited, sleepy, and less able to use IPDE process when driving

true or false: an OTC medicine might cause a driver to have a clearer head for driving

false, can cause drowsiness and poor judgment

can the use of marijuana affect a driver’s ability to drive? How?

yes, it can lead to coordination and judgement to be dangerously impaired. Primary effect of marijuana is euphoria, relaxation, and changes in perception

What may happen if a driver combines drugs with alcohol

effects can be multiplied

explain the implied consent law

anyone who operates a motor vehicle automatically consents to be tested for BAC and other drugs

a DUI is a BAC of

0.08

true or false: you should refuse to ride with a drinker who insists on driving

true

define negative peer pressure

occurs when others encourage you to do something that you believe is wrong or dangerous

true or false: allergy or cold medicine, marijuana , and barbiturates can affect your driving ability

true

How can passengers in a vehicle be a distraction to a driver

when they cause the driver to focus on something other than the task of driving

is responding to a text message while you are driving against the law

yes

true or false: if you must make a phone call while driving, pull off the road and park the vehicle before calling

true

does snap chatting causes drivers inattention? How?

yes, it can cause the driver to be focused on finding the right filter, take eyes off the road, and focused on taking pictures

List some inside vehicle distractions

radio, phone, conversation with passengers

which of these events would be considered an outside the vehicle distraction

billboards, construction zones, accidents

What is gawking

when a person stares and causes a rear end collision