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All of the following are characteristics of aggressive drivers except:
All of the following are characteristics of aggressive drivers except:
- Tailgating
- Belief that they possess inferior driving skills (correct)
- Impatience with other drivers
- Frequent lane changing
Which of the following would be at the greatest risk of driver fatigue?
Which of the following would be at the greatest risk of driver fatigue?
A 23 year old man driving at 1 am
All of the following are effective countermeasures of fatigue except:
All of the following are effective countermeasures of fatigue except:
- Taking regular breaks
- Driving while feeling sleepy (correct)
- Staying hydrated
- Getting plenty of sleep before driving
Road rage is defined as the operation of a motor vehicle in a selfish, bold or pushy manner, without regard for the rights or safety of the other users of the streets and highways.
Road rage is defined as the operation of a motor vehicle in a selfish, bold or pushy manner, without regard for the rights or safety of the other users of the streets and highways.
Characteristics of mental fatigue include which of the following?
Characteristics of mental fatigue include which of the following?
To avoid encounters with aggressive drivers, you should:
To avoid encounters with aggressive drivers, you should:
In 2014, 10% of all drivers 15-19 years old involved in fatal crashes were reported as distracted at the time of the crashes.
In 2014, 10% of all drivers 15-19 years old involved in fatal crashes were reported as distracted at the time of the crashes.
If you want to prevent fatigued driving, which of the following should you not do?
If you want to prevent fatigued driving, which of the following should you not do?
Drivers who experience road rage tend to use their vehicle as a weapon.
Drivers who experience road rage tend to use their vehicle as a weapon.
Which of the following is not a common driver distraction?
Which of the following is not a common driver distraction?
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Study Notes
Aggressive Driving Characteristics
- Aggressive drivers often exhibit traits such as a belief in superior driving skills and disregard for others' safety.
- A common misconception is that lacking driving skills is a trait of aggressive drivers.
Driver Fatigue Risks
- Young male drivers, particularly a 23-year-old driving at 1 AM, are at significant risk for fatigue-related driving issues.
Countermeasures Against Fatigue
- Effective strategies to combat driver fatigue include staying alert and focused; however, allowing one’s eyes to lose focus is ineffective.
Road Rage Definition
- Road rage is characterized by driving selfishly and recklessly, showing little regard for the safety of others.
Mental Fatigue Characteristics
- Mental fatigue manifests in various ways, encompassing a range of symptoms and behaviors.
Avoiding Aggressive Drivers
- To minimize encounters with aggressive drivers, employing a variety of defensive driving techniques is crucial.
Distracted Driving Statistics
- In 2014, 10% of drivers aged 15-19 involved in fatal crashes were distracted, marking the highest distraction rates in that age group.
Preventing Fatigued Driving
- Regularly driving between midnight and 6 AM is a practice to avoid to reduce the risk of fatigue.
Road Rage Behavior
- Drivers exhibiting road rage may treat their vehicle as a weapon, escalating dangerous situations.
Common Driver Distractions
- Common distractions for drivers include cell phones, loud music, and interactions with passengers; however, safety belt use does not qualify as a distraction.
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