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15 years & 6 months old
In order to obtain a learner's permit in Virginia, you must be at least ____.
once a year
Vehicles registered in Virginia must be inspected ____ .
True
You are covered by your parents' insurance policy while driving with a learner's permit.
implied consent
If you drive on the public roads of Virginia, you must submit to an alcohol or drug test when requested. This is known as the ____ law.
True
In Virginia, you must have a special license to drive a motorcycle.
100%
An applicant for a learner's permit must score ___ on the signs test.
recorded on your driver's license and discussed with your family
Your decision to become an organ donor should be ___.
False
The uninsured motorist fee provides you with minimal insurance coverage in the event of a crash.
mandatory driver improvement class
The penalty for anyone less than 20 who is convicted of his/her first demerit violation is ___.
False
There are plenty of donated organs to meet the needs of all patients.
25,000/50,000/20,000
The minimum amount of liability insurance needed to satisfy the financial responsibility law in Virginia is ___.
1
A driver with a learner's permit is limited to ___ passengers under the age of 18.
True
There is a national network to coordinate organ distribution.
21 or 18 (if immediate family member)
The minimum age for a licensed driver accompanying a driver with a learner's permit is ___.
zero tolerance
Under the ___ law, persons less than 21 may lose the privilege to drive if they have a BAC of .02 or above.
CDL
The type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or van designed for 16 or more passengers is a ___.
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
If you are less than 18, you will receive your permanent license from ___.
on the licensee's birthday in ages divisible by 5
A driver's license expires ___.
16 and 3 months
The minimum age to receive a driver's license in Virginia is ___.
will appear slower than it is
A train's speed ___.
1 1/2 miles
It takes a train going 50 mph approximately ___ to stop safely.
pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle
When an emergency vehicle approaches you using a siren, you should ___.
no one
In this situation, indicate who has the right of way.
driver error
Most railroad crossing crashes are there results of ___.
500
Each year over ___ persons are killed in highway-rail crashes.
may proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus
When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction, you ___.
car B
In this situation, indicate who must yield.
yield sign
The crossbuck is considered the same as a ___.
car B
In this situation, indicate who must yield.
True
If the foot brake fails, the parking brake may be used to stop the vehicle.
vehicles from both directions turning left
This lane is reserved for ___.
keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands and release the accelerator pedal slowly
If your tire loses pressure while you are driving, you should ___.
4 seconds
You should signal at least ___ before you turn or change position.
False
It is illegal to pass on the right in Virginia under any circumstances.
True
Use of a lower gear may be helpful when going up or down steep grades.
HOV lane or restricted lane (bus or bicycles)
This road marking indicates ___.
red light: stop - remain stopped
steady amber light: red light is coming, clear the intersection
flashing red light: stop - go when the way is clear
flashing amber light: proceed with caution
steady green light: go if the way is clear
green arrow: protected turn/go in direction of arrow
Matching (Traffic Signals)
red light
steady amber light
flashing red light
flashing amber light
steady green light
green arrow
500
You are required to dim your headlights when you are within ___ feet of an approaching vehicle.
False
The use of cruise control is helpful on slippery roadways.
do not brake, look where you want the vehicle to go, steer in the direction you want to go
An important point to remember in skid control is ___.
the first open lane going in your direction
According to Virginia law, you must turn into ___.
no passing
A solid line indicates ___.
orange
The basic color for construction signs is ___.
yellow
General warning signs are ___.
prohibitive or stop
Red signs indicate ___.
right turn
This hand signal indicates ___.
slippery when wet
This sign indicates ___.
railroad crossing
The shape of this sign indicates ___.
two way traffic
A yellow line (solid or broken) in the center of a roadway indicates ___.
25
The speed limit in school, business and residential areas is ___.
push/pull/slide
The correct method of steering through a turn is ___.
lane reduction
This sign indicates ___.
regulatory
The shape of this sign indicates ___.
15
You must park at least ___ feet from a fire hydrant.
turn the wheels toward the curb
When parking downhill with a curb, ___.
yield
The shape of this sign indicates ___.
the vehicles in the lanes beside his/her vehicle
The side view mirrors should be adjusted to the contemporary (BGE) mirror setting, which means the driver can see ___.
False
When the mirrors are set correctly, there is no need to check blind zones.
False
The steering wheel should be adjusted upward towards the face.
True
The following is the correct procedure for securing a vehicle:
stop
set parking brake
place gear selector in park
turn off accessories
turn ignition off, lock ignition and remove key
remove occupant restraints
check traffic and exit vehicle
secure doors
True
When using the accelerator and brake pedal, the heel of the foot should remain on the floor.
reduces excessive steering, helps protect the driver from airbag injuries, improves vehicle stability
Driving with the hands in the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position ___.
is the routine care you give your vehicle, is outlined in the owner's manual, includes checking fluids
Preventative maintenance ___.
True
The rearview mirror should be adjusted to frame the back windshield.
10
When seated properly, the driver should be at least ___ inches from the steering wheel.
3000 - 5000 miles
The oil should be changed every ___.
False
To adjust the side view mirror for the BGE mirror setting, the driver should sit in the driving position.
False
Locking the doors ensures that they will not fly open during a crash.
True
When seated properly, the driver's chin should be above the steering wheel.
weekly
Tire pressure should be checked ___.
check tire tread depth with a penny
Which of the following is NOT a necessary step when approaching a vehicle?
across the hips
The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly ___.
True
The driver should set accessories before putting the vehicle in drive.
just above the ears
The head restraint should be adjusted ___.
A. windshield wipers
B. alternator
C. accessory power outlet
D. air bag readiness
E. seat belt reminder
F. low fuel
G. monitors the anti-lock brake system
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