CMSC Driver's Ed Test Flash Cards

Questions and Answers

What are the consequences of violating learner's permit laws?

A minimum permit suspension of 30 days

A minimum permit suspension of 60 days (correct)

A required attitudinal retraining class (correct)

Fines of $50 - $500

What is the JOL curfew?

12:30 - 5:00

Who can Junior Operators drive with during curfew?

A parent or legal guardian

What should you do if you are late and driving during curfew?

Do not speed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the grace period for Junior Operators driving past curfew?

1/2 hour on either end Signup and view all the answers

What is primary enforcement for Junior Operators driving past curfew?

1:00 to 4:00 am Signup and view all the answers

What is the passenger restriction for Junior Operators?

Cannot drive with anyone younger than 18 years old Signup and view all the answers

Your JOL is an example of what class of license?

Class D Signup and view all the answers

The fundamentals of driving include: Control, Courtesy, Compensation, Anticipation, Recognition, and __________.

Responsibility Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign A indicate?

Stay to the right of the divider Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by Sign B?

Windy road Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign C indicate?

Pedestrian crossing Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign D warn about?

Road slippery when wet Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign E mean?

Merge, traffic entering from the right Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign F indicate?

School zone Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign G indicate?

School crossing Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign H indicate?

Lane being added from right Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign I indicate?

Construction Signup and view all the answers

What does Sign J indicate?

Flagger Signup and view all the answers

What do the colors of signs indicate?

Yellow = warning Signup and view all the answers

Even numbers indicate what direction on highways?

East to West Signup and view all the answers

Odd numbers indicate what direction on highways?

North to South Signup and view all the answers

1 to 2 digits on highway signs indicate what?

Major interstate Signup and view all the answers

3 digits on highway signs indicate what?

Connectors to road with last 2 numbers Signup and view all the answers

What do white lines indicate?

Right side of road, same way traffic, break down lane Signup and view all the answers

What do yellow lines indicate?

Left side of road, opposing traffic Signup and view all the answers

What do solid lines mean?

No driving over Signup and view all the answers

What do broken lines mean?

Can merge or pass (drive over) Signup and view all the answers

What does double yellow lines mean?

Both A and C Signup and view all the answers

What do broken yellow lines down the center of the road indicate?

2 way traffic Signup and view all the answers

What should you do at a yield sign?

Other traffic has the right of way Signup and view all the answers

What should you do at a red light?

Stop Signup and view all the answers

What should you do at a green light?

Go if safe Signup and view all the answers

What should you do at a yellow light?

Stop if safe Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing red light indicate?

Stop sign Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Proceed with caution Signup and view all the answers

What does a red arrow light require you to do?

Stop if you plan on turning in the direction of the arrow Signup and view all the answers

What does a green arrow light allow you to do?

Go if you plan on turning in the direction of the arrow Signup and view all the answers

If all the traffic lights are out, how should you treat the intersection?

Treating broken lights as a stop sign Signup and view all the answers

What is the explosive gas produced by the chemical reaction in an automotive battery?

Hydrogen Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of a good set of jumper cables?

About 12 feet long, color coded, well insulated Signup and view all the answers

When should jumper cables be removed after jump starting a car?

In the reverse order that they were attached Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing to do if battery acid comes into contact with your eyes?

Flush them out with any drinkable liquid you have Signup and view all the answers

What are five basic safety features of a vehicle?

Seat belt, air bags, head rest, crumple zone, windshield Signup and view all the answers

To tell if your tires have enough air, check the...

Air pressure Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Learner's Permit Violations

Minimum suspension for violating learner's permit laws: 60 days
Fines range from $100 to $1000
Mandatory attendance in an attitudinal retraining class is required
Enrollment in a SCARR class is also mandated
Reapplication for a permit will be necessary

Junior Operator (JO) Regulations

Curfew hours for JOs: 12:30 AM to 5:00 AM
Exceptions for driving during curfew: Must have a parent or legal guardian in the front passenger seat
Grace period for JOs driving past curfew: 30 minutes before and after designated curfew
Primary enforcement period: 1:00 AM to 4:00 AM, allowing police to pull over JOs solely for being out during these hours

Passenger Restrictions

Junior Operators cannot carry passengers under 18 unless they are immediate family members

License Classification

Junior Operating License (JOL) is classified as Class D

Driving Fundamentals

Key concepts include Control, Courtesy, Compensation, Anticipation, Recognition, and Responsibility

Road Signs

Sign A: Stay to the right of the divider
Sign B: Indicates a windy road
Sign C: Pedestrian crossing ahead
Sign D: Road is slippery when wet
Sign E: Merge ahead; traffic merging from the right
Sign F: School zone
Sign G: School crossing
Sign H: Additional lane from the right
Sign I: Construction zone
Sign J: Presence of a flagger

Sign Colors and Meanings

Yellow: Warning
Orange: Construction
Rectangle: Regulatory
Pentagon: School-related signs
Blue: Motorist services
Brown: Parks and recreation
Green: Directional information

Interstate and Road Numbering

Even-numbered highways run east to west
Odd-numbered highways run north to south
1 to 2 digit numbers indicate major interstate highways
3-digit numbers indicate connectors to roads, based on the last two digits

Road Line Interpretations

White lines signify right side of road and same-way traffic
Yellow lines indicate opposing traffic
Solid lines mean no driving over them
Broken lines allow merging or passing
Double yellow lines indicate can't pass
Broken yellow lines indicate two-way traffic where passing is allowed

Traffic Signals

Yield sign indicates that other traffic has the right of way
Red light means stop
Green light indicates go if safe
Yellow light means stop if it can be done safely
Flashing red operates as a stop sign, requiring a full stop
Flashing yellow means to proceed with caution
Red arrow light requires a stop if planning to turn in that direction
Green arrow light allows for safe turning in the indicated direction

Intersections and Power Outages

If traffic lights are out, treat the intersection like a stop sign, being vigilant for other drivers

Automotive Knowledge

Explosive gas from batteries: Hydrogen
Good jumper cables should be approximately 12 feet long, color-coded, and well insulated
Remove jumper cables in the reverse order of attachment after jump-starting a vehicle
Battery acid exposure in eyes requires immediate flushing with drinkable liquid, then seek medical help

Vehicle Safety Features

Key safety features include Seat belts, Air bags, Headrests, Crumple zones, and Windshield

Tire Maintenance

Check air pressure to ensure tires have adequate air

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Prepare for your driver's education with these flashcards covering essential laws, curfews, and regulations for learner's permits. This quiz includes crucial information on permit violations, curfew hours, and exceptions for driving. Test your knowledge and ensure you’re ready for the road ahead!