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What percent of all miles of roadways in the United States are considered to be rural?
What percent of all miles of roadways in the United States are considered to be rural?
- 70
- 60
- 80 (correct)
- 90
What most affects how far ahead you must look, vehicle control, and the distance you need to stop?
What most affects how far ahead you must look, vehicle control, and the distance you need to stop?
speed
Rural roads are constructed of what?
Rural roads are constructed of what?
different types of materials
What is the basic speed law?
What is the basic speed law?
Traffic controls help you to travel safely by providing what?
Traffic controls help you to travel safely by providing what?
Narrow shoulders, bridges, ditches, guardrails, and trees are examples of what?
Narrow shoulders, bridges, ditches, guardrails, and trees are examples of what?
What do solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?
What do solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?
Increased speed affects the time available to complete the IPDE Process.
Increased speed affects the time available to complete the IPDE Process.
What does an orderly visual search pattern help you with?
What does an orderly visual search pattern help you with?
Collisions occur at curves on mountains because speed on the approach is too what?
Collisions occur at curves on mountains because speed on the approach is too what?
A warning sign for a curve has what kind of symbol?
A warning sign for a curve has what kind of symbol?
When driving through a curve at normal speed, what should you do?
When driving through a curve at normal speed, what should you do?
If a vehicle cuts into your 3-second following distance, you should?
If a vehicle cuts into your 3-second following distance, you should?
What is an escape path?
What is an escape path?
After driving through a desert and encountering a lot of blowing dust and sand, you should?
After driving through a desert and encountering a lot of blowing dust and sand, you should?
The means of dividing roadways and separating lanes in opposite directions is usually a guardrail or a?
The means of dividing roadways and separating lanes in opposite directions is usually a guardrail or a?
When driving on a multilane roadway, you should make a left turn from?
When driving on a multilane roadway, you should make a left turn from?
One of the questions you should ask yourself as you are deciding to pass another vehicle is?
One of the questions you should ask yourself as you are deciding to pass another vehicle is?
At what speed should you pass another vehicle going in the same direction on a two-lane roadway?
At what speed should you pass another vehicle going in the same direction on a two-lane roadway?
You should not pass if?
You should not pass if?
When approaching the top of a hill, passing is not allowed within how many feet?
When approaching the top of a hill, passing is not allowed within how many feet?
If you identify that a vehicle overtaking and passing you will be returning to your lane too close in front of you, you should?
If you identify that a vehicle overtaking and passing you will be returning to your lane too close in front of you, you should?
What should you do if a small animal suddenly appears in front of your vehicle?
What should you do if a small animal suddenly appears in front of your vehicle?
If your sight distance is reduced when driving up a hill, you should?
If your sight distance is reduced when driving up a hill, you should?
High altitude can cause a driver to?
High altitude can cause a driver to?
Flashcards
Rural Road Percentage
Rural Road Percentage
80% of US roads are rural.
Speed's Impact on Driving
Speed's Impact on Driving
Speed affects how far ahead to look, vehicle control, and stopping distance.
Basic Speed Law
Basic Speed Law
Drive appropriately for road conditions.
Rural Road Materials
Rural Road Materials
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Rural Roadside Hazards
Rural Roadside Hazards
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Traffic Controls
Traffic Controls
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Solid Yellow Lines
Solid Yellow Lines
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IPDE Process
IPDE Process
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Visual Search Pattern
Visual Search Pattern
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Mountain Curve Collisions
Mountain Curve Collisions
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Curve Warning Signs
Curve Warning Signs
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Curve Navigation
Curve Navigation
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Following Distance
Following Distance
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Escape Route
Escape Route
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Post-Dust Maintenance
Post-Dust Maintenance
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Left Turns on Multi-Lanes
Left Turns on Multi-Lanes
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Passing Safety Consideration
Passing Safety Consideration
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Passing Speed on Two-Lane Roads
Passing Speed on Two-Lane Roads
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Hilltop Passing Restrictions
Hilltop Passing Restrictions
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Overtaking Vehicle Reaction
Overtaking Vehicle Reaction
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Animal Encounters
Animal Encounters
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Decreased Visibility Impact
Decreased Visibility Impact
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High Altitude Effects
High Altitude Effects
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Study Notes
Roadway Statistics
- 80% of all roadways in the United States are rural.
Driving Factors
- Speed significantly influences how far ahead to look, vehicle control, and stopping distance.
- The basic speed law stipulates driving appropriately for roadway and traffic conditions.
Rural Roads and Hazards
- Rural roads can be made from various materials.
- Common roadside hazards include narrow shoulders, bridges, ditches, guardrails, and trees.
Traffic Control
- Traffic controls provide essential information and warnings for safe travel.
- Solid yellow lines indicate areas where passing is prohibited.
Driving Techniques
- Increased speed does not affect the time available to complete the IPDE process (Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute).
- An orderly visual search pattern enables drivers to respond effectively to unusual events.
Curves and Collisions
- Collisions frequently occur on mountain curves due to excessive speed upon approach.
- Warning signs for curves feature a curved black arrow, alerting drivers to slow down.
Speed and Curves
- When navigating a curve at normal speed, gentle acceleration is advised after the midpoint.
Following Distance
- If another vehicle encroaches on your 3-second following distance, reestablish it promptly.
Escape Routes
- An escape path is a designated area to maneuver out of the way to avoid a collision.
Maintenance After Dust Exposure
- After driving in blowing dust and sand, it’s crucial to change the vehicle's oil, oil filter, and air filter.
Lane Use
- On multilane roadways, left turns should originate from the lane closest to the center line or median.
Passing Other Vehicles
- Before passing, consider whether it is safe to do so.
- When passing a vehicle on a two-lane roadway, exceed its speed by at least 10 mph.
- Passing is not allowed within 700-1,000 feet before the top of a hill.
Responding to Passing Vehicles
- If an overtaking vehicle returns to its lane too close ahead, slow down to maintain safety.
Animal Encounters
- When a small animal appears suddenly in front of the vehicle, check surrounding traffic before reacting.
Driving Conditions
- If visibility decreases while driving uphill, reduce speed accordingly.
Effects of High Altitude
- High altitude may lead to shortness of breath and headaches for drivers.
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