Car Safety and Driving Techniques Quiz

Questions and Answers

Explain how and why the key is held in the hand while approaching the car.

Held with the key pointed out, to protect against carjackers and avoid having to search through your purse.

Why is it a good practice to have headlights on during the day?

Because it shows other drivers even if they aren't making a conscious effort to see you, seen 9/10 of a mile sooner.

Where does one position head restraint in relationship to one's head? Why?

Directly behind the head (ear level) to provide support, especially in an accident.

What are the benefits a driver and passenger receive by wearing seat belts?

They are protected from flying forward in an accident. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how to make a smooth stop.

Release some pressure 1-2 seconds before stopping. Signup and view all the answers

How should you hold your hands on the steering wheel while driving straight? Why?

9 and 3 on the clock, with your thumbs on top, not wrapped around. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how to select a target and aim the vehicle accurately toward it.

Select a target above the 12 o'clock position on the steering wheel. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the use of central vision and fringe vision when targeting.

Central and fringe vision show you where you should go and any adjustments you should make for surrounding vehicles or people. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'turn head before steering'? Why is it used?

Turn your head in the direction you intend to travel, so that you can see ahead of the car's movement. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'transition peg' for making a right turn? A left turn? Explain how they are used.

Right turn: When your vision and the rearview mirror are aligned with the target area. Left turn: When your vision and the driver's side corner post are aligned with the target area. Signup and view all the answers

How much of a line-of-vision blind area do you have to the front of the car?

1 car length. Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard reference point for positioning a vehicle 3-6 inches away from a line on the right?

Center of the hood. Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard reference point for positioning a vehicle 3 feet away from a line on the right?

Middle of the right half of the hood. Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard reference point for positioning a vehicle 3-6 inches away from a line on the left?

Approximately 1 foot inside the left corner of the hood. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'look to target area' when you are making a turn?

Look in the direction you intend to go before making a turn so that you can foresee any trouble ahead and turn adequately. Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'oil pressure light' warn you about?

Oil isn't circulating properly. Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'brake light' warn you about?

Either your parking brake is on or your brakes have an issue and you shouldn't drive. Signup and view all the answers

What does the odometer tell you?

How many miles your car has driven since it was brand new. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the significance of a broken yellow line.

Shows traffic going opposite directions with passing allowed. Signup and view all the answers

When entering a roadway from an alley, private road, driveway, or other places not controlled by signal lights, you are required to stop.

Before reaching the sidewalk. Signup and view all the answers

When making a left turn at an intersection or into an alley, private road, driveway, or any other place, you must yield right of way to...

All traffic, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Signup and view all the answers

If you are the driver on a road that ends in a 'T' intersection with no signs or signals, you must yield to...

The driver on the through street. Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit when driving in alleys?

15 mph. Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in any business district?

20 mph. Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in any residential district or public park?

25 mph. Signup and view all the answers

How does the lane position of others send communications?

Lane positions tell if you're going straight or turning left or right. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Details on Car Approach and Safety

Hold the key pointed out while approaching the car to deter carjackers and avoid rummaging through bags.
Headlights should be on during the day to enhance visibility, potentially seen 9/10 of a mile sooner by other drivers.

Vehicle Positioning and Controls

Position head restraints directly behind the head, at ear level, to provide support in the event of an accident.
Seat belts protect drivers and passengers from being ejected forward during a collision.

Stopping and Steering Techniques

For a smooth stop, release pressure on the brake 1-2 seconds before coming to a complete stop.
Hold the steering wheel at the 9 and 3 positions, with thumbs on top, to minimize the risk of hand injury from airbag deployment.

Targeting and Vision Use

Select a target above the 12 o'clock position on the steering wheel for accurate vehicle aiming.
Utilize central and fringe vision to navigate effectively and make necessary adjustments for surrounding traffic.

Head Movement and Turn Preparation

"Turn head before steering" means to look in the direction of travel to anticipate movement ahead of the vehicle.
Transition pegs:
- Right turn: alignment of vision and rearview mirror with target area.
- Left turn: alignment of vision with the driver's side corner post towards the target area, requiring a head look before steering.

Vehicle Awareness and Reference Points

Maintain a line-of-vision blind area of one car length in front of the vehicle.
Standard reference points for positioning near lines:
- 3-6 inches from right line: center of hood.
- 3 feet from right line: middle of the right half of the hood.
- 3-6 inches from the left line: approximately 1 foot inside the left corner of the hood.

Turn Execution and Anticipation

"Look to target area" before making turns to identify potential hazards and execute turns safely.

Dashboard Indicators

The oil pressure light indicates oil is not circulating properly.
Brake light signals that the parking brake might be engaged or there is a braking issue.

Mileage and Driving Regulations

The odometer records total miles driven since the vehicle was new.
A broken yellow line represents traffic in opposite directions with passing permitted.

Right of Way and Road Rules

When entering from a non-signaled area, stop before reaching the sidewalk.
When making left turns, yield to all traffic, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
At a "T" intersection without signs, yield to the vehicle on the through street.

Speed Limits

Alleys: speed limit is 15 mph.
Business districts: speed limit is 20 mph.
Residential districts and public parks: speed limit is 25 mph.

Communication through Lane Positions

Lane positions convey intentions, indicating whether the driver intends to go straight or turn.

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Description

Test your knowledge on essential car safety practices and driving techniques. This quiz covers key details on vehicle positioning, stopping methods, and the importance of visibility. Enhance your understanding of safe driving to protect yourself and others on the road.