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Why do you need to work especially hard to gather visual information in reduced visibility conditions?
Why do you need to work especially hard to gather visual information in reduced visibility conditions?
You need more time to respond to hazards.
How can you keep the inside of your vehicle windows clear after clearing them in high humidity or rainy conditions?
How can you keep the inside of your vehicle windows clear after clearing them in high humidity or rainy conditions?
Use the defroster or air conditioner.
How can you reduce glare and eyestrain when driving into sunlight?
How can you reduce glare and eyestrain when driving into sunlight?
Using sunglasses and the sun visor.
What should you do to give yourself more time for the IPDE process at night?
What should you do to give yourself more time for the IPDE process at night?
When driving at night with no other vehicles present, what lights should you use?
When driving at night with no other vehicles present, what lights should you use?
What should you do if an oncoming driver fails to use low beam headlights after you switch to yours?
What should you do if an oncoming driver fails to use low beam headlights after you switch to yours?
How can you attempt to reduce glare if the oncoming driver at night fails to use low beam headlights?
How can you attempt to reduce glare if the oncoming driver at night fails to use low beam headlights?
What happens when your headlights shine into fog?
What happens when your headlights shine into fog?
What should you do if you stop on the shoulder of the road in heavy fog?
What should you do if you stop on the shoulder of the road in heavy fog?
To help others see you during heavy rain, what should you use?
To help others see you during heavy rain, what should you use?
When driving in snow, what should you use?
When driving in snow, what should you use?
When is rain typically most likely to make roadways slick?
When is rain typically most likely to make roadways slick?
What occurs during hydroplaning?
What occurs during hydroplaning?
What should you do if you must drive through deep water?
What should you do if you must drive through deep water?
What should you do if windows ice up and traction conditions are hazardous?
What should you do if windows ice up and traction conditions are hazardous?
Why can a bridge surface freeze before adjoining road surfaces?
Why can a bridge surface freeze before adjoining road surfaces?
What is black ice?
What is black ice?
How do you know you are in a front wheel skid?
How do you know you are in a front wheel skid?
If the rear of your vehicle skids to the right, what should you do?
If the rear of your vehicle skids to the right, what should you do?
What is controlled braking?
What is controlled braking?
What can be difficult in all high wind situations?
What can be difficult in all high wind situations?
What may help cool the engine if the vehicle's temperature light comes on?
What may help cool the engine if the vehicle's temperature light comes on?
Why should you never remove a radiator cap on a hot engine?
Why should you never remove a radiator cap on a hot engine?
What is important to do when driving in the winter?
What is important to do when driving in the winter?
What could occur if you have a leak in the vehicle's exhaust system?
What could occur if you have a leak in the vehicle's exhaust system?
Flashcards
Reduced Visibility Driving
Reduced Visibility Driving
Driving conditions where it's harder to see, causing longer response times to hazards.
Clear Windows
Clear Windows
Use the defroster or air conditioner to keep vehicle windows clear in high humidity or rain.
Sun Glare Management
Sun Glare Management
Use sunglasses and sun visors to reduce eyestrain from bright sunlight.
Nighttime Driving Techniques
Nighttime Driving Techniques
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Handling Oncoming Traffic at Night
Handling Oncoming Traffic at Night
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Fog Driving
Fog Driving
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Rain Driving
Rain Driving
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Snow Driving
Snow Driving
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Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning
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Deep Water Driving
Deep Water Driving
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Icy Road Conditions
Icy Road Conditions
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Front-Wheel Skid
Front-Wheel Skid
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Rear-Wheel Skid
Rear-Wheel Skid
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Controlled Braking
Controlled Braking
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High Wind Driving
High Wind Driving
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Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating
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Winter Driving
Winter Driving
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
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High Beam Headlights at night
High Beam Headlights at night
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IPDE Process
IPDE Process
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Low Beam Headlights
Low Beam Headlights
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Black Ice
Black Ice
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Study Notes
Reduced Visibility Conditions
- In reduced visibility, increased effort is required to gather visual information, leading to a longer response time to hazards.
Maintaining Clear Windows
- To keep vehicle windows clear in high humidity or rainy conditions, employ the defroster or air conditioner.
Sun Glare Management
- Using sunglasses and the sun visor helps reduce glare and decrease eyestrain when driving into bright sunlight.
Night Driving Techniques
- Look beyond the headlights’ range to allow more time for the IPDE (Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute) process during nighttime driving.
- Use high beam headlights when driving at night without other vehicles present.
Handling Oncoming Traffic
- If an oncoming driver does not switch to low beam headlights, slow down and focus your gaze on the right edge of the road.
- To minimize glare from oncoming headlights, frequently glance ahead while driving at night.
Fog Driving Tips
- Headlights will reflect light back from fog due to water particles; this can impair visibility.
- When stopped on the shoulder in heavy fog, activate emergency flashers to alert other drivers.
Rain and Snow Driving
- In heavy rain, use low beam headlights to improve visibility.
- Reduce speed and utilize low beam headlights when driving in snowy conditions.
- Rain initially makes roadways slickest right as it starts to fall.
Hydroplaning and Water Safety
- Hydroplaning occurs when tire contact with the road is lost due to water.
- When driving through deep water, apply light brake pressure to maintain control.
Icy Conditions Awareness
- Avoid driving if window icing creates hazardous traction conditions.
- Bridge surfaces can freeze faster than nearby roads because cold air circulates above and below them.
- Black ice is particularly dangerous as it consists of thin, nearly invisible layers of ice.
Skid Recovery
- A front-wheel skid results in a vehicle going straight rather than turning.
- If the rear of the vehicle skids to the right, steer in the direction of the skid (to the right).
Braking Techniques
- Controlled braking involves applying brakes manually for prompt stops.
High Wind Conditions
- Steering becomes challenging during high wind situations, requiring heightened awareness.
Engine Overheating Precautions
- If the engine temperature light activates, turning off the air conditioner can help cool the engine.
- Never remove a radiator cap from a hot engine to avoid burns from escaping hot liquid.
Extra Vigilance in Winter
- Increased diligence in the IPDE process is crucial when driving in winter conditions.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
- A leak in the vehicle's exhaust system may lead to dangerous carbon monoxide buildup, posing health risks.
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