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What is the place to go in case of possible conflict?
What is the place to go in case of possible conflict?
What is the process of searching critical areas in a regular sequence called?
What is the process of searching critical areas in a regular sequence called?
Orderly visual search pattern
What are the six areas of spaces around the vehicle referred to as?
What are the six areas of spaces around the vehicle referred to as?
Zones
What is the space your vehicle will occupy called?
What is the space your vehicle will occupy called?
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What do you call a space where you can drive free of restrictions to your line of sight or path of travel?
What do you call a space where you can drive free of restrictions to your line of sight or path of travel?
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What is the area of space around the vehicle that is free of restriction, hazards, and conflicts when you use it?
What is the area of space around the vehicle that is free of restriction, hazards, and conflicts when you use it?
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What is all of the area that is visible to the driver when looking straight ahead called?
What is all of the area that is visible to the driver when looking straight ahead called?
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What do you call a space not open because of restrictions in your line of sight or path of travel?
What do you call a space not open because of restrictions in your line of sight or path of travel?
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What does it mean to give as much space as possible to the greater hazard?
What does it mean to give as much space as possible to the greater hazard?
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What is it called when you reduce risk by putting more distance between yourself and the hazard?
What is it called when you reduce risk by putting more distance between yourself and the hazard?
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What is the gripping power between the tire and the road surface referred to as?
What is the gripping power between the tire and the road surface referred to as?
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What is the act of selecting and identifying only important clues or restrictions, hazards, or conflicts in your driving task called?
What is the act of selecting and identifying only important clues or restrictions, hazards, or conflicts in your driving task called?
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What is the area far ahead in your path of travel and the area to the left and right called?
What is the area far ahead in your path of travel and the area to the left and right called?
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What is the recommended searching area for identifying changes in your line of sight and path of travel?
What is the recommended searching area for identifying changes in your line of sight and path of travel?
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What is the part of a field of vision surrounding the central vision called?
What is the part of a field of vision surrounding the central vision called?
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What is the searching range where you need to get the final update of your intended path of travel?
What is the searching range where you need to get the final update of your intended path of travel?
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What do we call the action of following an orderly visual search pattern?
What do we call the action of following an orderly visual search pattern?
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What is adjusting your speed in order to handle one hazard at a time called?
What is adjusting your speed in order to handle one hazard at a time called?
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What is that part of a field of vision where you can see clearly and sharply?
What is that part of a field of vision where you can see clearly and sharply?
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What is the distance you can see ahead in the direction you are looking called?
What is the distance you can see ahead in the direction you are looking called?
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A vehicle may come over the crest of the hill into your lane. What letter does this correspond to?
A vehicle may come over the crest of the hill into your lane. What letter does this correspond to?
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There is a stop sign ahead. What letter does this correspond to?
There is a stop sign ahead. What letter does this correspond to?
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There is a restriction to your line of sight and path of travel. What letter does this correspond to?
There is a restriction to your line of sight and path of travel. What letter does this correspond to?
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You apply the foot brake, slow, and move to lane position 3. What letter does this correspond to?
You apply the foot brake, slow, and move to lane position 3. What letter does this correspond to?
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A vehicle crosses the center line and closes your left-front zone as it crests the hill, indicating you will slow and move to the right to avoid a collision. What letter does this correspond to?
A vehicle crosses the center line and closes your left-front zone as it crests the hill, indicating you will slow and move to the right to avoid a collision. What letter does this correspond to?
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A vehicle is approaching from the entrance lane. What letter does this correspond to?
A vehicle is approaching from the entrance lane. What letter does this correspond to?
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A vehicle may merge into your path of travel. What letter does this correspond to?
A vehicle may merge into your path of travel. What letter does this correspond to?
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There is no vehicle behind another vehicle on the road. What letter does this correspond to?
There is no vehicle behind another vehicle on the road. What letter does this correspond to?
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A vehicle is maintaining speed, while the vehicle behind is accelerating. What letter does this correspond to?
A vehicle is maintaining speed, while the vehicle behind is accelerating. What letter does this correspond to?
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You are too close to another vehicle. What letter does this correspond to?
You are too close to another vehicle. What letter does this correspond to?
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You will slow and change lanes so another vehicle can merge. What letter does this correspond to?
You will slow and change lanes so another vehicle can merge. What letter does this correspond to?
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You check the mirrors and lane. What letter does this correspond to?
You check the mirrors and lane. What letter does this correspond to?
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You will need to signal before changing lanes. What letter does this correspond to?
You will need to signal before changing lanes. What letter does this correspond to?
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You signal, check traffic, and move into the center lane. What letter does this correspond to?
You signal, check traffic, and move into the center lane. What letter does this correspond to?
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You cancel your signal. What letter does this correspond to?
You cancel your signal. What letter does this correspond to?
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What is it called when you move to the right?
What is it called when you move to the right?
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What should you use to alert others of a bicyclist ahead on the right?
What should you use to alert others of a bicyclist ahead on the right?
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What do you do if a car with high-beam headlights is approaching?
What do you do if a car with high-beam headlights is approaching?
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What should you activate when planning to turn left at the next corner?
What should you activate when planning to turn left at the next corner?
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What should you watch for at a 4-way stop?
What should you watch for at a 4-way stop?
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What lighting should be used to be seen from the rear at night?
What lighting should be used to be seen from the rear at night?
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What should you use when parked at the curb at night?
What should you use when parked at the curb at night?
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What should be used if your car breaks down in a traffic lane?
What should be used if your car breaks down in a traffic lane?
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What should be activated when backing out of a parking space?
What should be activated when backing out of a parking space?
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What lights should be preparing to stop at an intersection?
What lights should be preparing to stop at an intersection?
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Study Notes
Escape Paths and Visual Search
- Escape path is a designated route to avoid potential conflicts on the road.
- Orderly visual search pattern involves systematically scanning critical areas for safety.
- The vehicle is surrounded by zones, which represent six areas of space that are essential in driving.
Vehicle Control and Zones
- Path of travel refers to the space the vehicle will occupy as it moves.
- An open zone is a space that allows clear visibility and unobstructed travel.
- Space cushion signifies areas free of obstacles, allowing for safe maneuvering.
Vision and Awareness
- Field of vision encompasses all visible areas when looking straight ahead.
- A closed zone indicates restricted visibility or obstacles blocking your path.
- Compromise space involves giving more space to greater hazards for safety.
Hazard Management
- Minimizing a hazard entails increasing distance from risks.
- Traction refers to the grip between tires and the road, crucial for vehicle control.
- Selective seeing focuses on important visual cues that affect driving decisions.
Target Areas and Ranges
- Target area indicates the space far ahead, including left and right sides in the path of travel.
- The 12-15 second range is the optimal searching area to detect changes on the road.
- Peripheral vision includes the areas surrounding central vision, ensuring broader awareness.
Timing and Distance
- The 4-6 second range is vital for final updates on controlling the intended path.
- Scanning practices involve thorough and systematic evaluation of the environment.
- Separating hazards means adjusting speed to handle one risk at a time effectively.
Visual Techniques
- Central vision is the sharpest part of your field of vision for clear details.
- Line of sight defines the distance visible in the direction you are facing.
Situation Assessment (I, P, D, E)
- Various scenarios involve situational awareness and response strategies based on conditions:
- "P" indicates potential hazards, such as vehicles coming into your lane.
- "I" signifies information at intersections (e.g., stop signs, line of sight restrictions).
- "D" suggests decisions made in response to driving conditions (e.g., slowing down or lane changes).
- "E" refers to actions taken for safe driving, like checking mirrors or signaling intentions.
Communication and Vehicle Signals
- Lane position 3 indicates a vehicle's movement toward the right side of the road.
- Use of horn can alert cyclists or other vehicles.
- High-and-low beam headlights manage visibility when faced with oncoming traffic.
- Turn signal lights indicate intended left turns at intersections.
- Eye contact or body movements are essential for understanding other drivers' intentions at four-way stops.
Safety Equipment and Visibility
- Taillights enhance visibility from the rear in low-light conditions.
- Parking lights should be used when parked at the curb at night for safety.
- Hazard flasher lights signify vehicle breakdowns on the road to alert other drivers.
- Back-up lights are crucial for visibility when reversing from a parking space.
- Brake lights indicate a vehicle's intention to stop, promoting safety for trailing vehicles.
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This quiz focuses on key concepts from Chapter 5 part 2 of Drivers Education. You'll review essential terms and definitions related to safe driving practices, including escape paths, visual search patterns, and vehicle zones. Perfect for reinforcing your knowledge and preparing for your driving test.
