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Driving a vehicle on public road is best described as?
Driving a vehicle on public road is best described as?
- An obligation for all citizens
- Only allowed for licensed drivers
- A right that cannot be revoked
- A privilege that can be taken away by the state (correct)
What do Implied Consent Laws mean?
What do Implied Consent Laws mean?
- Drivers must submit to a breathalyzer test
- All of the above are correct (correct)
- Drivers must carry insurance
- Drivers can refuse to take tests
When stopped by a law enforcement officer while driving, which of the following should you do?
When stopped by a law enforcement officer while driving, which of the following should you do?
- Pull over in a safe location
- Stay in your vehicle
- Keep your hands visible
- All of the above (correct)
Fatality risks in accidents are reduced by what percentage when occupants wear seatbelts?
Fatality risks in accidents are reduced by what percentage when occupants wear seatbelts?
Over 50% of fatal injuries to road workers are caused by?
Over 50% of fatal injuries to road workers are caused by?
The general maximum speed for driving on roads in urban and residential locations is?
The general maximum speed for driving on roads in urban and residential locations is?
When you see a stopped motorist or emergency vehicle on the shoulder, you must?
When you see a stopped motorist or emergency vehicle on the shoulder, you must?
What causes more serious injury and death than any other factor in traffic accidents?
What causes more serious injury and death than any other factor in traffic accidents?
The impact of collision at 60 mph is how many times greater than at 30 mph?
The impact of collision at 60 mph is how many times greater than at 30 mph?
During the Drivers License road test you may be asked to?
During the Drivers License road test you may be asked to?
To obtain a license, you must pass the vision exam with at least?
To obtain a license, you must pass the vision exam with at least?
In order to obtain a driver's license, you must?
In order to obtain a driver's license, you must?
On the highway, how should you determine if you are following the vehicle in front of you too closely?
On the highway, how should you determine if you are following the vehicle in front of you too closely?
Which of the following must you do if you are involved in an accident?
Which of the following must you do if you are involved in an accident?
Texting while driving is allowed when?
Texting while driving is allowed when?
When hosting a party with alcohol, you should?
When hosting a party with alcohol, you should?
Driving while impaired affects?
Driving while impaired affects?
Which of the following represents a circumstance that affects your driving that is beyond your control?
Which of the following represents a circumstance that affects your driving that is beyond your control?
What is the #1 cause of death for young drivers?
What is the #1 cause of death for young drivers?
Every year you have a _% chance of being involved in an automobile accident.
Every year you have a _% chance of being involved in an automobile accident.
You have become a complete, skilled defensive driver when you have reached this learning pillar.
You have become a complete, skilled defensive driver when you have reached this learning pillar.
What action would a defensive driver take if another driver honks his horn and yells an obscenity?
What action would a defensive driver take if another driver honks his horn and yells an obscenity?
Which of the following is a correct step to becoming a Defensive Driver?
Which of the following is a correct step to becoming a Defensive Driver?
The primary purpose and goal associated with becoming a Defensive Driver is?
The primary purpose and goal associated with becoming a Defensive Driver is?
Intelligent choices lead to?
Intelligent choices lead to?
In the Defensive Driver Success Formula, 'I' refers to?
In the Defensive Driver Success Formula, 'I' refers to?
Which of the following best describes the typical state of most drivers?
Which of the following best describes the typical state of most drivers?
Which of the following are strategies a Defensive Driver may employ in anticipating the correct reaction to another driver’s potential actions?
Which of the following are strategies a Defensive Driver may employ in anticipating the correct reaction to another driver’s potential actions?
Which of the following are hazards associated with prescription drug use while driving?
Which of the following are hazards associated with prescription drug use while driving?
Which of the following are negative effects you may expect if convicted of driving while impaired?
Which of the following are negative effects you may expect if convicted of driving while impaired?
What should you do if your headlights fail?
What should you do if your headlights fail?
Choose the common mistakes made when backing up or driving in reverse.
Choose the common mistakes made when backing up or driving in reverse.
When driving a truck or SUV, you should?
When driving a truck or SUV, you should?
The main goal of air bags is to?
The main goal of air bags is to?
You should check which of the following weekly?
You should check which of the following weekly?
The minimum tire tread depth acceptable by law is?
The minimum tire tread depth acceptable by law is?
You are not legally liable for accidents caused by mechanical failures on your vehicle.
You are not legally liable for accidents caused by mechanical failures on your vehicle.
You should always apply your parking brake every time you leave your vehicle unattended.
You should always apply your parking brake every time you leave your vehicle unattended.
Which of the following is a correct action in the event of brake failure?
Which of the following is a correct action in the event of brake failure?
Turn signals must be used in which of the following situations?
Turn signals must be used in which of the following situations?
Clear water leaking from the underside of your vehicle is likely coming from what?
Clear water leaking from the underside of your vehicle is likely coming from what?
ABS built into my car is intended to do what?
ABS built into my car is intended to do what?
How can you prevent brakes from locking if your vehicle does not have ABS?
How can you prevent brakes from locking if your vehicle does not have ABS?
Which of the following is something that you should do every time you enter your vehicle and prepare to drive?
Which of the following is something that you should do every time you enter your vehicle and prepare to drive?
In an accident, it is better to be thrown clear of the vehicle than to wear a seatbelt and be trapped inside.
In an accident, it is better to be thrown clear of the vehicle than to wear a seatbelt and be trapped inside.
What is the #1 most cited factor that contributes to injury or death due to auto accident?
What is the #1 most cited factor that contributes to injury or death due to auto accident?
The leading cause of intersection accidents is?
The leading cause of intersection accidents is?
Choose the correct defensive driving tactic to avoid left of the center line collision.
Choose the correct defensive driving tactic to avoid left of the center line collision.
Which of these is not considered an improper turn?
Which of these is not considered an improper turn?
At four-way stops, you should yield to?
At four-way stops, you should yield to?
You should activate your turn signal?
You should activate your turn signal?
On interstates, your following distance should be at least?
On interstates, your following distance should be at least?
The #1 safest way to avoid an accident when drowsy is to?
The #1 safest way to avoid an accident when drowsy is to?
Improper speed can include driving the speed limit in unsafe weather and road conditions.
Improper speed can include driving the speed limit in unsafe weather and road conditions.
"I was just keeping pace with overall traffic" is a valid excuse for speeding.
"I was just keeping pace with overall traffic" is a valid excuse for speeding.
The law is always clear on who has the right-of-way.
The law is always clear on who has the right-of-way.
Which of the following is correct relative to speed and your risk of death in an accident?
Which of the following is correct relative to speed and your risk of death in an accident?
The average reaction time for drivers paying close attention is?
The average reaction time for drivers paying close attention is?
When entering a controlled access highway via an on-ramp and merging with traffic is best to?
When entering a controlled access highway via an on-ramp and merging with traffic is best to?
"Covering the Brake" is best described as?
"Covering the Brake" is best described as?
If you hit a parked car and can't find the owner, you should?
If you hit a parked car and can't find the owner, you should?
Two everyday maneuvers that are associated with very high accident rates include?
Two everyday maneuvers that are associated with very high accident rates include?
Driving while impaired accounted for what percentage of traffic-related deaths?
Driving while impaired accounted for what percentage of traffic-related deaths?
1 in 10 fatal accidents are caused by?
1 in 10 fatal accidents are caused by?
When you encounter an aggressive driver, you should?
When you encounter an aggressive driver, you should?
Talking on my cell phone while driving is not considered distracted driving.
Talking on my cell phone while driving is not considered distracted driving.
According to the CDC, your eyes are taken off the road for how many seconds when texting?
According to the CDC, your eyes are taken off the road for how many seconds when texting?
Which age group has the highest number of accidents attributed to distracted driving?
Which age group has the highest number of accidents attributed to distracted driving?
Distracted driving includes which of the following?
Distracted driving includes which of the following?
What percentage of drivers engaged in at least one aggressive driving behavior at least once in their lifetime?
What percentage of drivers engaged in at least one aggressive driving behavior at least once in their lifetime?
Choose the common causes of collisions.
Choose the common causes of collisions.
Which of the following are true relative to cell phone use while driving?
Which of the following are true relative to cell phone use while driving?
Which of the following is a correct statement relative to driving under the influence?
Which of the following is a correct statement relative to driving under the influence?
Which of the following statements is true relative to turn signals?
Which of the following statements is true relative to turn signals?
What is the primary purpose of this defensive driver course?
What is the primary purpose of this defensive driver course?
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Study Notes
Defensive Driving Key Concepts
- Driving is a privilege that can be revoked by the state.
- Implied Consent Laws require drivers to comply with laws without explicit agreement.
- If stopped by law enforcement, proper actions include pulling over safely and being respectful.
Safety and Vehicle Control
- Wearing seat belts reduces fatality risks in accidents by 45%.
- Over 50% of fatal injuries to road workers are caused by motorists.
- General maximum speed in urban and residential areas is 45 mph.
- Maintain a following interval of at least three seconds to prevent tailgating.
Impairment and Risk Factors
- Driving while impaired is the leading cause of serious accidents.
- Fatal collision impacts at 60 mph are four times greater than at 30 mph.
- Alcohol-related driving accounts for 29% of traffic-related deaths.
Defensive Driving Techniques
- Defensive drivers anticipate hazards to adapt and avoid risks.
- Key learning stage: Unconsciously Competent – driving skills become automatic.
- Strategies include selecting safe following distances and being aware of other drivers.
Legal and Safety Requirements
- Vision exam requirement for a driver's license is a minimum of 20/60 vision.
- Mechanical failures do not exempt drivers from legal liability in accidents.
- Always activate your turn signal 100 feet before making a turn.
Emergency Situations
- If headlights fail, turn on parking and hazard lights and exit the roadway.
- In an accident, exchange information, offer aid, and report to authorities.
- In case of brake failure, follow appropriate emergency procedures.
Vehicle Maintenance and Operation
- Check tire tread depth weekly; the legal minimum is 2/32 inch.
- ABS prevents wheel lock-up during braking. For vehicles without ABS, use controlled brake pressure.
- Ensure proper use of the parking brake when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Aggressive and Distracted Driving
- Do not retaliate when encountering aggressive drivers; remain calm.
- Distracted driving includes cell phone use, eating, and other activities that take attention away from driving.
- 78% of drivers exhibit aggressive driving behaviors at least once.
Young Driver Risks
- Auto accidents are the leading cause of death for young drivers.
- Those aged 20-29 have the highest incidence of distractions while driving.
Miscellaneous Facts
- Every year, there is a 9% chance of being involved in an automobile accident.
- Less than 45% of drivers use turn signals correctly and consistently, indicating a need for improvement.
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