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If a disabled permanent state resident may have the ability to drive using special adaptive equipment, what should he or she do?

Contact the State Department of Social Services' Bureau of Rehabilitation Services.

Whose duty is it to make sure that the vehicle is in proper condition to drive at all times?

The driver's.

What are some reasons to keep a car in good shape?

A vehicle in bad shape is unsafe, costs more to run than a maintained one, and can break down and/or cause a collision.

If your vehicle does not pass the emissions check, what happens?

You are given 60 days to fix the problem and have the vehicle re-checked. Signup and view all the answers

What can stop your vehicle?

Only the brakes. Signup and view all the answers

What can be signs that your brakes need repair?

Not appearing to be working properly, loud noises, unusual odor, or brake pedal goes all the way to the floor. Signup and view all the answers

How can you check your lights?

From the outside. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to have functional lights?

For signaling and for visibility of both yourself and other drivers. Signup and view all the answers

If frost, snow, or ice are on your windshield or windows, what should you do?

Clear it off before driving Signup and view all the answers

Where might you have wipers?

Windshield, headlights, rear windows. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your wipers are not effectively clearing water?

Replace them as soon as possible. Signup and view all the answers

If your windshield is cracked, what should you do?

Replace it immediately. Signup and view all the answers

What are some things that can impair your ability to see out of your windshield and windows?

Insides of the glass being dirty, outside of glass being dirty. Signup and view all the answers

Why should you replace worn or bald tires?

They can increase risk of hydroplaning, increase stopping distance, and may lead to a flat tire. Signup and view all the answers

Why should you keep your tire pressure at a proper level and keep the four tires in equal condition?

Uneven tires or low pressure can cause faster wear, lower fuel economy. Signup and view all the answers

What are some signals that your vehicle's tires need checking?

Vehicle bounces, steering wheel shakes, or car pulls to one side. Signup and view all the answers

How should you check your tire pressure?

With an air pressure gauge in cold weather, following instructions from the manual. Signup and view all the answers

What does the suspension system do?

Helps control the vehicle and provides a comfortable ride. Signup and view all the answers

What are some signs that your suspension or shocks need replacement?

Vehicle bounces a lot after a bump or stop or is hard to control. Signup and view all the answers

What does the exhaust system do?

Reduces noise from the engine, cools hot gases, and moves those gases to the rear. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to watch your safety concerning the exhaust system?

Because the gases can kill a person very quickly if inhaled. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to have the exhaust checked periodically?

Many exhaust leaks cannot be heard. Signup and view all the answers

What is bad about a poorly running engine?

It might lose power necessary for normal driving and/or emergencies. Signup and view all the answers

How can you drive 'green'?

Learn about and utilize knowledge of factors that affect emissions and fuel economy. Signup and view all the answers

What are the seven things you need for the license test?

Identification, proof of full legal name, two original documents to prove that your home is in CT, social security card or recent W-2 form, fees, application form, and (if applicable) favorable medical certificate if one has a physical disability. Signup and view all the answers

What are some acceptable forms of identification?

Valid passport, social security card, birth certificate, CT pistol permit w/ photo, US/US Territory/Canadian photo driver's license, naturalization/citizenship certificate, adoption papers, marriage license, school records, permanent resident alien card, military ID or Dependant Card w/ photo, US Military Discharge/Separation papers, pilot's license, baptismal certificate or similar document, employee ID from state or federal government with signature, photo, and/or physical description, Department of Corrections certificate of identification, CT Dept. of Social Services public assistance card w/ photo, CT photo learner's permit, CT ID card issued on or after 10/1/01. Signup and view all the answers

What happens at your license test if you are not a citizen of the United States?

You are required to show proof of legal status in this country. Signup and view all the answers

What documents can demonstrate proof of your full legal name?

Court order, marriage or civil union certificate, marriage or civil union dissolution, certificate of adoption. Signup and view all the answers

What documents can prove that your home is in CT?

Utility bill, mortgage document, lease or rental agreement, postmarked mail dated within 90 days. Signup and view all the answers

What are the fees for obtaining a license?

$72 for a six-year license, $84 for a seven-year license; if you do not already have a photo learner's permit, you must also pay $40 for the vision, knowledge, and road tests. Signup and view all the answers

What additional items do you need to test if you are 16 or 17?

Proof of driver training, proof of the 2-hour parental training, learner's permit from at least 180 days before the test, parental consent, clearance letter from DMV Medical Review Division (if applicable). Signup and view all the answers

How does the knowledge test work?

It has 25 questions; you need 20 correct answers to pass. Signup and view all the answers

What does the vision test evaluate?

Acuity, peripheral vision, depth and color perception. Signup and view all the answers

Are glasses/contact lenses allowed on the vision test?

True Signup and view all the answers

What are three important aspects of vision and why?

Side vision, judging distances and speeds, night vision. Signup and view all the answers

Why is hearing important to driving?

Hearing a siren, horn, or screeching tires can warn you of danger. Signup and view all the answers

What are the prerequisites for the road test?

Successfully passing the vision and knowledge tests, and a licensed vehicle with registration and insurance. Signup and view all the answers

What happens at the road test if the vehicle is found to be unsafe?

No behind-the-wheel evaluation will be conducted; applicant can re-test at a later date without a fee. Signup and view all the answers

What seven main topics does the road test evaluate?

Ability to properly adjust interior, operation of vehicle equipment, responsiveness to environment, backing/parking, basic driving skills, recognition of warning lights, other driving maneuvers. Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to know about speed?

An acceptable and proper speed and how to maintain it. Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to know about turning?

Which lane to turn into, which lane to drive in, and which lane to turn from. Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to know about right of way?

When and whom to yield the right of way, and how to recognize when it is being yielded to you. Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to know about stopping?

When you must stop for a yellow traffic signal and when it is permissible to keep going. Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to know about backing?

How to safely control your car while driving in reverse. Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to know about parking?

How to park in and exit any style of parking space. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, what should you do before entering the test vehicle?

Observe any nearby parked cars, people, or objects that could affect you. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, how should your mirrors and windows be?

Clean and defogged. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, when should you apply the brake?

Before you shift the car into gear. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, how should you accelerate?

Smoothly, maintaining good control of the vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, how quickly should you bring the car up to driving speed?

A reasonable amount of time. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, how should the space immediately around your car be?

You should maintain a 'space cushion' appropriate for your speed, road, and traffic conditions. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, how should you stop?

Smoothly and safely apply the brakes. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, when should you use the turn signals?

Every time it is appropriate. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, what should you be aware of while making a turn?

Traffic, pedestrians, and your speed. Signup and view all the answers

During the test, what should your driving experience allow you to do?

Determine the best course of action in any driving scenario. Signup and view all the answers

What passengers may a 16- or 17-year-old have in his/her car during the first six months after being licensed?

Licensed driving instructor, parents/legal guardians, or a person at least 20 years old with a valid driver's license that has not been suspended in the past four years. Signup and view all the answers

What passengers may a 16- or 17-year-old have in his/her car during the second six months after being licensed?

Members of the driver's immediate family. Signup and view all the answers

What are the curfew restrictions for 16- and 17-year-olds?

11 PM to 5 AM with exceptions for specific reasons. Signup and view all the answers

What are some other restrictions on 16- and 17-year-old drivers?

No more passengers than there are seatbelts, no public passenger transportation vehicles, no mobile electronic devices, no motorcycles for six months after issuance. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the passenger restrictions of a permit holder.

No passengers except a licensed driving instructor or an adult who meets specific qualifications. Signup and view all the answers

For how long is the learner's permit valid?

Until you turn 18 or obtain your driver's license, whichever comes first. Signup and view all the answers

How many days must pass between obtaining a learner's permit and obtaining a driver's license?

120 Signup and view all the answers

Physiologically, why are teens more likely to take risks and less able to assess potentially hazardous situations?

The brain does not fully develop until the mid-20s. Signup and view all the answers

What are some things that can distract a teen driver?

Talking on the phone, texting, dialing radio stations, unrestrained pets. Signup and view all the answers

What is the #1 cause of death for 15-19 year-old teenagers?

Motor crashes. Signup and view all the answers

What are the fees for a learner's permit?

$40 for vision, knowledge, and road test; $19 for the permit. Signup and view all the answers

What are the hour counts for getting your course completion certificate from a driving school?

30 hours classroom instruction, 40 hours behind-the-wheel training. Signup and view all the answers

What are the qualifications for being a home training instructor?

At least 20 years old, held a license for four or more years prior to training, not suspended during that period. Signup and view all the answers

What are the requirements for a learner's permit?

Between 16 and 17 years old, pass a vision and knowledge test, consent of parent or guardian, birth certificate/passport + 1 form of photo ID, 2 documents to show home is in CT, social security card. Signup and view all the answers

What can failure to follow the rules pertaining to a permit lead to?

Permit suspension. Signup and view all the answers

What can the financial results of a crash be?

Higher family insurance rates, liability for injuries or damage. Signup and view all the answers

What do applicants older than 18 need to test?

An 8-hour course on safe driving practices; they do not need the certificate for 30 hours of classroom instruction and 40 hours of driving practice. Signup and view all the answers

What does a person older than 18 years need to do before practicing driving to test for a license?

Get an approved instructor. Signup and view all the answers

What is required before 16- and 17-year-olds begin driving?

A learner's permit. Signup and view all the answers

What is required before obtaining a license? Who are the exceptions to this rule?

An 8-hour Safe Driving Practices course; exceptions are those who previously held a Connecticut license or hold a valid license from another state. Signup and view all the answers

What is required of the parents before a teen obtains a license?

2 hours of instruction concerning laws governing drivers under 18 and dangers of teen driving. Signup and view all the answers

What is the CT tolerance law for teens drinking and driving?

Zero tolerance. Signup and view all the answers

What is the simplest way to prevent car crash deaths and serious injuries?

Buckle up. Signup and view all the answers

What must 16- and 17-year-old applicants from outside of Connecticut do to obtain a license?

The 8-hour course. Signup and view all the answers

What must the home training instructor do before allowing the teen to test for the driver's test?

Sign a statement confirming completion of the learner's permit and training requirements. Signup and view all the answers

What must the teen's Course Completion Certificate show?

Completion of an approved 8-hour course covering alcohol, drugs, and associated dangers. Signup and view all the answers

When are fatal crashes more likely to occur, and why is this especially prominent in teenagers?

At night; teenagers are more prone to drowsy driving. Signup and view all the answers

When do most teen crashes occur?

Within two years of obtaining the license. Signup and view all the answers

When do passenger restrictions not apply?

When the permit holder is receiving instruction from a licensed instructor from a driving school. Signup and view all the answers

When must a permit holder carry his or her learner's permit?

Whenever operating a vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

Where must an instructor of a permit holder sit?

Front passenger seat. Signup and view all the answers

Which months are the first dangerous for the newly licensed teens?

The first six. Signup and view all the answers

Which types of vehicles should teens drive less?

High-performance or older vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

Why should teenagers have as few passengers as possible?

Crash risk. Signup and view all the answers

What can someone with a Class D driver's license do?

Operate any non-commercial motor vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Class A, B, and C driver's licenses from Class D?

They are commercial; D is not. Signup and view all the answers

What vehicles can someone with a Class A license drive?

Combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more. Signup and view all the answers

What vehicles can someone with a Class B license drive?

A single vehicle with a GVWR of more than 26,001, or any such vehicle towing another vehicle with no more than 10,000 GVWR. Signup and view all the answers

What vehicles can someone with a Class C license drive?

A single vehicle with a GVWR of less than 26,001 or towing another vehicle with no more than 10,000 GVWR. Signup and view all the answers

Out of Class A, B, C, and D, which special licenses can someone under 18 obtain?

None. Signup and view all the answers

How does qualification work within special, commercial licenses?

If you are classified for one license, you are classified for all those below it. Signup and view all the answers

What program is geared towards drivers with disabilities?

Limited licensing program. Signup and view all the answers

What are some reasons a person might qualify for the program geared towards drivers with disabilities?

Physical abilities have changed since initial licensing, or they previously would not have qualified for a license. Signup and view all the answers

What might cause health standards to become more stringent?

Person holds a Commercial Driver's License or operates a vehicle carrying passengers. Signup and view all the answers

What are some restrictions that might apply to a person with a limited license?

Must use corrective lenses, only drive during specific hours, vehicle must meet certain conditions. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

License Test Requirements

Essential documents for the license test include identification, proof of full legal name, CT residency documents, social security verification, application form, fees, and if relevant, a medical certificate for disabilities.
Acceptable identification forms: valid passport, birth certificate, CT pistol permit with photo, naturalization certificate, marriage license, military ID, etc.
Non-citizens must provide proof of legal status.

Document Verification

Full legal name can be proved through court orders, marriage certificates, or adoption papers when it differs from birth certificates.
CT residency can be shown with a utility bill, mortgage papers, lease agreements, or recent mail.

Fees and Testing

License fees: $72 for six-year licenses, $84 for seven-year licenses; additional fees apply for tests if a photo learner's permit is not held.
For ages 16-17: proof of driving training, parental training verification, and a valid learner's permit for a minimum period are required.

Knowledge and Vision Tests

Knowledge test consists of 25 questions; students must answer at least 20 correctly.
Vision tests assess visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth, and color perception. Glasses or contacts are permitted during the test.

Road Test Prerequisites

Requirements include passing vision and knowledge tests, and using a licensed and insured vehicle for the test.
Unsafe vehicles will not be tested; applicants can retake without additional fees.

Evaluating Road Test Skills

Key skills assessed during the road test include interior adjustment of vehicle, operation of equipment, environmental responsiveness, backing and parking, plus basic driving maneuvers.
Drivers must understand speed, turning lanes, right-of-way, stopping rules, and safe reversing techniques.

Restrictions for Young Drivers

16-17-year-olds can carry limited passengers; exceptions apply based on instructor or family member status.
Curfew restrictions are from 11 PM to 5 AM, with exceptions for employment, school, and emergencies.

Permit Holder Regulations

Learner's permit is valid until 18 or obtaining a driver's license; 120 days between obtaining a permit and a license is required.
Teen passengers are limited to licensed instructors or qualifying adults during learning phases.

Health Considerations and Safety

Teenage risk-taking behavior stems from brain development; distractions like mobile devices significantly increase crash risk.
Motor crashes are the leading cause of death for 15-19-year-olds; active safety measures include using seat belts.

Commercial and Special Licenses

Class D driver's license allows operation of non-commercial vehicles. Classes A, B, and C are commercial and require specific vehicle types.
Under-18s cannot obtain commercial licenses; special programs exist for drivers with disabilities.

Vehicle Condition and Maintenance

Vehicle safety relies on proper maintenance; signs of brake issues include unusual noises or a pedal going to the floor.
Functional lights are necessary for visibility and safety; wipers should be replaced if ineffective.

Weather and Visibility Guidelines

Frost or snow on windows requires complete clearance before driving; partial visibility is not acceptable.
Windshield cracks must be addressed immediately to ensure safety and visibility while driving.### Impairments to Visibility
Dirty glass inside and out can impair visibility, leading to dangerous driving conditions.
Glare from bright sunlight or headlights is exacerbated by inside dirt.

Tire Maintenance Importance

Worn or bald tires increase the risk of hydroplaning, making vehicles harder to control on wet surfaces.
Such tires also lead to longer stopping distances and a heightened chance of flat tires.

Tire Pressure and Condition

Maintaining proper tire pressure and even the condition of all four tires is crucial for vehicle performance.
Low pressure or uneven tires can result in accelerated wear, decreased fuel economy, and difficulty steering or stopping.

Signs of Tire Issues

Indicators that tires may need inspection include vehicle bouncing, shaking steering wheel, or the car pulling to one side.

Checking Tire Pressure

Tire pressure should be checked using an air pressure gauge in cold weather according to the vehicle's manual instructions.

Suspension System Function

The suspension system is essential for vehicle control and comfort while driving on varied surfaces.

Signs of Suspension Problems

A vehicle that bounces excessively after bumps or is difficult to control signals that shocks or suspension components may need replacement.

Exhaust System Function

The exhaust system reduces engine noise, cools hot gases, and directs them to the rear of the vehicle.

Safety Concerns with Exhaust System

Exhaust gases can be lethal; avoid running the engine in closed garages and limit time spent in a running vehicle.

Importance of Exhaust Checks

Many exhaust leaks are undetectable by sound, making periodic checks essential for safety.

Consequences of a Poorly Running Engine

An inefficient engine can result in loss of power, starting issues, poor fuel economy, vehicle breakdowns, and increased pollution.

Eco-Friendly Driving Practices

Understanding factors that impact emissions and fuel economy is key to driving in an environmentally-friendly manner.

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