Defensive Driving Quiz and Flashcards for Safety

Questions and Answers

When backing up it is best to ____.

Check behind the car before getting in

If your vehicle begins to hydroplane, you should _____.

reduce your speed

Young children can sustain serious injuries from ______, which deploy even in a low-speed crash.

air bags

As a driver, you are legally obligated to _________ pedestrians.

yield the right-of-way to Signup and view all the answers

When you enter traffic from a stopped position, always yield the right-of-way to_________.

vehicles through traffic already in the intersection Signup and view all the answers

If you are a passenger and have your seat reclined with your safety belt on, in the event of a crash, ______.

your body could slide forward, increasing the chance of injury Signup and view all the answers

If you are inattentive on the road, you will__________.

not be prepared for the unexpected Signup and view all the answers

If you see farm equipment ahead traveling the same road as you, _______.

exercise patience Signup and view all the answers

Traffic engineers use signals in combination with signs and markings to________.

control and manage busy streets Signup and view all the answers

If you see brake lights in a traffic jam ahead, __________.

signal to drivers behind to warn them they will have to slow down soon by slightly tapping on your brakes Signup and view all the answers

Do not exceed the speed limit or drive slower than the _______.

minimum speed limit Signup and view all the answers

Most skids are caused by_________.

driver error Signup and view all the answers

___ hours awake = same effect as .07 blood alcohol concentration.

18 Signup and view all the answers

The complex, integrated system made up of roadways, vehicles, and drivers is called the __________.

Highway Transportation System Signup and view all the answers

Traction control systems__________the driver.

assist Signup and view all the answers

In general, for males it takes the liver up to ________ to process approximately one drink.

1 hour Signup and view all the answers

If you are alone in heavy expressway traffic at rush hour, use the _______ to avoid vehicles constantly entering and exiting in your path.

center lane Signup and view all the answers

Combining two drugs can intensify the effects. This is called_______.

synergism Signup and view all the answers

Cruise control should not be used__________.

in the rain Signup and view all the answers

New pedestrian and school zone signs exist on the roadway to warn drivers of an approaching crosswalk. They are_______.

fluorescent yellow-green diamond-shaped Signup and view all the answers

If you see raindrops splashing on the surface of the road or if you are forced to drive through a puddle or standing water, __________.

avoid hard braking and overly aggressive steering Signup and view all the answers

The best way to control events that occur outside of your vehicle is to_____ .

plan your route Signup and view all the answers

Aggressive driving can be defined as operating a vehicle in a manner that is likely to________.

endanger someone Signup and view all the answers

Looking at the ground beside a moving vehicle helps you judge its__________.

speed Signup and view all the answers

If you have a broken yellow line on your side of the lane, _________.

give the right-of-way to oncoming traffic Signup and view all the answers

If you have a solid yellow line on your side of the road __________.

you cannot pass or cross over into the oncoming lane Signup and view all the answers

When you decide to execute a maneuver, you will need a control zone of approximately__________seconds.

12 to 15 Signup and view all the answers

Among those killed, teenage drivers have the highest death rates per miles driven among all age groups, followed by elderly drivers and young ________.

adult males Signup and view all the answers

After you start your vehicle, ensure that the ___________ are off.

warning lights Signup and view all the answers

While you are passing on a two-lane road, _________.

identify a safe space to return Signup and view all the answers

When you are tired your _________ shrinks.

peripheral vision Signup and view all the answers

If you can see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights ahead, ______.

do not follow too closely Signup and view all the answers

When another driver travels at erratic speeds, weaves in and out of lanes, and sits in unusual postures, these are indications that the driver___________.

is impaired Signup and view all the answers

Maintain a _________space margin ahead when following motorcycles, large trucks, school buses or trucks carrying flammable liquids.

5-8 second Signup and view all the answers

Stay on the right side of your lane when __________.

you are going through a curve Signup and view all the answers

Driving decisions depend on learned information, realistic perceptions and _____.

sound judgments Signup and view all the answers

A _____________painted on your lane at an intersection indicates the best place to stop your vehicle.

broad white stop bar Signup and view all the answers

Aggressive drivers__________two to four times more people than alcohol-impaired drivers.

injure Signup and view all the answers

One of the most important things you can do while driving is to concentrate on the__________of your passengers.

safety Signup and view all the answers

The worst type of collision to be in is a __________.

head-on collision Signup and view all the answers

Electronic highway message boards communicate______.

safety messages Signup and view all the answers

Fatality related to motor vehicle traffic is the number one cause of accidental death and motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of death for people ages ____.

2 to 33 Signup and view all the answers

When traveling behind large trucks, _______ your following distance.

increase Signup and view all the answers

When you fully depress a brake pedal of a vehicle with ABS, you will feel______.

a pulse Signup and view all the answers

Safety belts are designed_______.

with an emergency locking mechanism Signup and view all the answers

A lack of__________is a major factor in traffic crashes.

risk awareness Signup and view all the answers

If intervention is not working, instead of driving with the impaired driver, then______.

call a cab Signup and view all the answers

Side effects of legal drugs that can impair your driving include _________.

slowed reaction time Signup and view all the answers

If you are stuck in a traffic jam and you can feel your anger rising, you are experiencing a challenge called ________.

restriction Signup and view all the answers

Traffic engineers and lawmakers have designed our roads, laws and traffic controls to reduce our chances of ________ each other.

crashing into Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Defensive Driving Key Points

Before backing up a vehicle, always check behind the car to ensure safety.
Hydroplaning requires drivers to reduce speed to regain control.
Air bags can cause serious injuries to young children, even in low-speed crashes.
Pedestrians have the right-of-way that drivers are legally obligated to yield.
When entering traffic from a stopped position, yield to vehicles in the intersection and pedestrians.
A reclining passenger's safety belt may cause their body to slide forward during a crash, increasing injury risk.
Inattentive driving leads to unpreparedness for unexpected road situations.
Exercise patience when encountering farm equipment on the road.
Traffic signals combined with signs and markings help manage roadways effectively.
Tap brakes lightly to signal drivers behind in a traffic jam with brake lights ahead.
Adhere to speed limits; avoid exceeding them or driving slower than the minimum speed limit.
Most vehicle skids result from driver error, emphasizing the need for cautious operation.
Being awake for 18 hours has effects similar to a blood alcohol concentration of 0.07.
The Highway Transportation System includes roadways, vehicles, and drivers working together.
Traction control systems assist drivers in maintaining vehicle stability.
A male's liver generally processes about one drink in one hour.
Use the center lane in heavy expressway traffic to avoid interruptions from entering and exiting vehicles.
Synergism refers to the intensified effects of combining two drugs.
Avoid using cruise control in rainy conditions to maintain better vehicle control.
New pedestrian and school zone signs are fluorescent yellow-green diamond-shaped to enhance visibility.
When encountering raindrops or standing water on the road, avoid hard braking and aggressive steering.
Planning your route is the best way to manage external driving events.
Aggressive driving endangers other individuals on the road.
Observing the ground beside a moving vehicle can help in judging its speed.
A broken yellow line indicates that drivers must give way to oncoming traffic.
A solid yellow line prohibits passing or crossing into the opposite lane.
Execute driving maneuvers with a control zone of approximately 12 to 15 seconds.
Teenage drivers exhibit the highest death rates per mile driven, followed by elderly drivers and young adult males.
Ensure all warning lights are off after starting your vehicle.
Identify safe spaces before returning to your lane while passing on a two-lane road.
Tired drivers experience a reduction in peripheral vision, affecting awareness.
Maintain a safe distance and do not follow emergency vehicles with flashing lights too closely.
Erratic driving behaviors are signs that a driver may be impaired.
Maintain a following distance of 5-8 seconds when behind larger vehicles like motorcycles, trucks, and school buses.
When navigating curves, stay on the right side of the lane for better control.
Driving decisions are influenced by learned information, realistic perceptions, and sound judgments.
A broad white stop bar indicates the optimal stop location at intersections.
Aggressive drivers injure two to four times more individuals than those impaired by alcohol.
The safety of passengers is among the most critical responsibilities of a driver.
Head-on collisions are identified as the most dangerous type of crash.
Electronic highway message boards deliver vital safety messages to drivers.
Motor vehicle traffic fatalities are the leading cause of accidental deaths for ages 2 to 33.
Increase following distance when driving behind large trucks for enhanced safety.
ABS-equipped vehicles pulse the brake pedal when the brake is fully depressed.
Safety belts utilize an emergency locking mechanism to protect occupants.
A lack of risk awareness significantly contributes to the occurrence of traffic crashes.
If an impaired driver cannot be intervened with, calling a cab is a responsible alternative.
Side effects from legal drugs can include slowed reaction times, impacting driving performance.
Feelings of anger while in traffic signify a challenge known as restriction.
Traffic engineering and laws aim to minimize the risk of collisions among road users.

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