Driver's Ed Final Exam Flashcards

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If a driver who is under the age of 21 is stopped by a law enforcement officer and shown to have a BAL of .02 or greater, he or she will have his or her driving privilege suspended for ________.

6 months

A DUI conviction remains on a driver's record for ___ years.

In a car crash, wearing a seat belt __________.

reduces injuries and deaths

The clutch pedal is found in cars with manual and automatic transmissions.

False Signup and view all the answers

It is recommended that you sit at least _____ inches away from the air bag.

10 Signup and view all the answers

In vehicles equipped with ABS, the driver's foot must remain firmly on the _________ to activate the ABS.

brake pedal Signup and view all the answers

Poorly tuned engines do not get good gas mileage.

True Signup and view all the answers

Underinflated tires flex too much and build up heat, which can lead to tire blowouts.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the benefits of maintaining your vehicle?

Increases safety, extends life of parts, saves fuel, and reduces emissions. Signup and view all the answers

Always adjust your mirrors after adjusting your seat.

True Signup and view all the answers

In order to reduce stress when traveling, you should avoid _____.

rush-hour traffic Signup and view all the answers

Truck drivers probably can't see your vehicle if ________.

you cannot see the truck driver in his or her side mirrors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of driver's education?

The purpose of driver's education is to give you the knowledge, skills, and attitude needed to be a safe driver and pedestrian. Signup and view all the answers

You should always use courtesy because it helps drivers interact on the road and keeps the traffic flow moving.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is an appropriate attitude towards driving?

A motor vehicle is a powerful machine that requires knowledge and skillful handling. Signup and view all the answers

When driving, you should _______.

obey traffic laws and respect the rights of other drivers. Signup and view all the answers

Is it necessary to come to a complete stop at a STOP sign, even if the intersection is clear?

True Signup and view all the answers

What is a driver's physiology?

The way his or her body functions. Signup and view all the answers

What requirements must you have for vision to retain your driving privilege?

You must have 20/40 vision or better in each eye. Signup and view all the answers

What is visual perception?

The ability to notice many things at once. Signup and view all the answers

What are the 2 types of vision?

Central vision and peripheral (side) vision. Signup and view all the answers

What is central vision?

3 degrees of our visual field that allows us to make important judgments like estimating distance. Signup and view all the answers

What is peripheral vision?

Side vision; it is more sensitive to light and motion. Signup and view all the answers

What are 3 basic rules to follow when developing good eye habits for driving?

Aim high; keep your eyes moving; get the big picture. Signup and view all the answers

What is colorblindness?

A lack of perceptual sensitivity to certain colors. Signup and view all the answers

What is carbon monoxide?

A byproduct of combustion that can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Signup and view all the answers

What is the psychological condition of the driver?

His or her attitude, outlook, and means of coping. Signup and view all the answers

If you are feeling fatigued or sleepy while driving __________.

take regular rest stops or pull off the road and get some sleep. Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid while driving?

A lack of courtesy for other drivers; poor decision making. Signup and view all the answers

Carbon monoxide poisoning can be prevented by ________.

always making sure your car's exhaust system is working properly and never leaving a car running in a garage. Signup and view all the answers

Cars entering our field of vision from the side require the use of _________.

peripheral vision. Signup and view all the answers

In order to drive safely, you need to __________.

have good vision; try looking to the side while keeping your head and eyes straight ahead. Signup and view all the answers

The incorrect attitude towards driving is the cause of most collisions among teenagers.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'at risk' driver?

A driver who is impatient with traffic, aggressive, and impulsive. Signup and view all the answers

Driving while wearing headphones or headsets ______.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the characteristics of safe vs 'at risk' drivers?

Feeling optimistic and capable of handling driving situations. Signup and view all the answers

When feeling ill, taking medication before driving ________.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is gravity?

The force with which the Earth attracts objects towards itself. Signup and view all the answers

How should you turn your wheels if you are parked near the curb?

Turn your front wheels toward the curb if you are parking downhill, and turn them away from the curb if parked uphill. Signup and view all the answers

How should you turn your wheels if you are parked with no curb nearby?

If you are parked uphill and there is no curb, turn your wheels toward the shoulder of the road. Signup and view all the answers

What does the law of inertia state?

An object at rest tends to stay at rest, and an object in motion tends to stay in motion unless acted upon by an unbalanced force. Signup and view all the answers

What is potential energy?

The energy that a piece of matter has because of its position. Signup and view all the answers

What is kinetic energy?

The energy of motion. Signup and view all the answers

What is friction?

The resistance of movement between two surfaces in contact. Signup and view all the answers

What is friction affected by?

Brakes, tires, road surface, and speed. Signup and view all the answers

What is centripetal force?

Center seeking force. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'force of impact'?

The force generated when objects meet. Signup and view all the answers

How does the force of impact increase?

It is squared. Signup and view all the answers

When driving downhill, your vehicle will accelerate and start moving fast, due to ________.

gravity. Signup and view all the answers

Centrifugal force increases with __________.

acceleration. Signup and view all the answers

Inertia keeps your vehicle moving until a force slows it down, like __________.

applying the brake; another vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

For safety concerning a curve, you should:

decelerate before the curve. Signup and view all the answers

When can a turn be made on a red light?

A right turn can be made on a red light only after you stop and yield to pedestrians and vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing red light mean?

The same as a stop sign. Signup and view all the answers

What does a yellow light mean?

You should stop if it can be done so safely. Signup and view all the answers

What must left-turning vehicles ALWAYS yield to?

Vehicles traveling straight. Signup and view all the answers

What does red on a road sign symbolize?

Red always signifies STOP. Signup and view all the answers

What does green on a road sign symbolize?

Green signs are used as guide signs and give directional information. Signup and view all the answers

What does blue on a road sign symbolize?

Blue signs inform drivers about motorist services. Signup and view all the answers

What does orange on a road sign symbolize?

Be aware of road construction or work nearby. Signup and view all the answers

What does brown on a road sign symbolize?

Brown signs give information about recreational facilities. Signup and view all the answers

What does yellow on a road sign symbolize?

Yellow signs warn drivers of upcoming hazards. Signup and view all the answers

What does white and black on a road sign symbolize?

Information on road regulations. Signup and view all the answers

What sign is always a triangle?

Yield. Signup and view all the answers

What does a crossbuck symbolize?

A railroad crossing. Signup and view all the answers

What do octagons symbolize?

Stop signs. Signup and view all the answers

What do solid white lines mark?

Solid white lines indicate the outer edge of a roadway. Signup and view all the answers

What do double solid white lines mark?

Double solid white lines separate two lanes of traffic going in the same direction. Signup and view all the answers

What do yellow lines mark?

Yellow lines mark the center of a road used for two-way traffic. Signup and view all the answers

What are center lanes?

Center lanes for left turns are found in the middle of two-way streets. Signup and view all the answers

A right turn should be from the right lane into the right lane of the roadway entered.

True Signup and view all the answers

How is a left turn manually signaled?

Left arm extended straight out with hand extended. Signup and view all the answers

How is a right turn signaled manually?

Left arm extended upright with hand extended. Signup and view all the answers

How is slowing or stopping manually signaled?

Left hand extended downward with palm facing backward. Signup and view all the answers

If the road surface or visibility is compromised in any way, you must ____________.

adjust your speed. Signup and view all the answers

You must use headlights when driving _________.

between sunset and sunrise or if driving in rain, smoke, or fog. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'point system'?

A penalty system that notes infractions made by drivers. Signup and view all the answers

Which rule should be used to keep the appropriate distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

The two-second rule. Signup and view all the answers

When parking uphill on a street with no curb, how should your front wheels be positioned?

Turn the vehicle's front wheels toward the side of the road. Signup and view all the answers

What are the de facto speed limits?

Municipal Speed Areas: 30mph; Business or Residential Area: 30mph; Rural Interstate: 70mph; Limited Access Highways: 70mph; All Other Roads: 55mph; School Zones: 20mph. Signup and view all the answers

When must high beam headlights not be used?

If driving towards vehicles within 500 ft or if driving behind vehicles within 300 ft. Signup and view all the answers

Is it okay to use parking lights, rather than headlights?

False Signup and view all the answers

What will help a person sober up (lower the BAL)?

The only thing that sobers you up is time. Signup and view all the answers

Most drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever, allergies, or stress can make a person drowsy and impair their driving abilities.

True Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol first impairs your _________.

judgment. Signup and view all the answers

What is Blood/Breath Alcohol Level (BAL)?

The ratio between alcohol and blood. Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol was involved in ___ of the total traffic fatalities in 2012 nationwide.

31% of the total traffic fatalities. Signup and view all the answers

If your accelerator suddenly gets stuck what should you do?

Shift to neutral. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following will NOT help you avoid skidding on slippery surfaces?

You should drive more slowly and stay farther behind the vehicle ahead. Signup and view all the answers

Collisions tend to happen when one driver is going faster or slower than other cars on the road.

True Signup and view all the answers

If you keep your eyes fixed on a spot ahead of you, you will be less likely to get into a collision.

False Signup and view all the answers

How far must you stay behind another car ahead depends on ___________.

Weather and road conditions. Signup and view all the answers

If you are involved in a collision, what should you do?

Stop, help injured people, exchange information, and call the police. Signup and view all the answers

If your brakes suddenly give out what should you do?

Downshift into a lower gear and pump the brake pedal. Signup and view all the answers

Defensive drivers ________.

Anticipate the actions of other road users and adjust their speed and position. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your temperature gauge moves up to just below the red zone?

Turn off your air conditioner and turn on your vehicle's heater; then seek a service station. Signup and view all the answers

If you are about to be hit from behind, your best course of action is to brake gently and stop the car.

False Signup and view all the answers

If a driver under the age of 21 refuses to take a test to determine BAL, his or her driving privilege will be automatically suspended for ______.

one year. Signup and view all the answers

Which drugs are known to distort the perception of reality and thought processes?

Hallucinogens. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Purpose of Driver’s Education

Provides essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes for safe driving.
Reduces the risk of collisions that can be costly and life-threatening.

Courtesy and Attitude

Courtesy improves interactions among drivers and aids traffic flow.
A responsible attitude acknowledges the power of the vehicle and the necessity for careful handling.

Traffic Laws and Compliance

Always obey traffic laws and respect the rights of others.
Stop completely at a STOP sign, regardless of clarity of the intersection.

Vision and Perception

Required vision for driving is 20/40 or better in each eye.
Central vision allows for distance estimation and detail recognition, while peripheral vision detects motion and light.

Safe Driving Habits

Aim high, keep eyes moving, and get the big picture to enhance driving awareness.
Avoid distractions such as headphones, which are illegal while driving.

Driver’s Psychology

A driver's psychological state affects their effectiveness and safety on the road.
Fatigue and medications can impair reaction times and judgment.

Traffic Signals and Road Signs

Flashing red lights mean the same as a stop sign; yellow signals caution for potential hazards.
Different colors on road signs communicate specific messages (e.g., red for stop, green for guidance).

Parked Vehicle Positioning

Park downhill with wheels turned toward the curb and uphill away from it.
In the absence of curbs, turn wheels toward the road shoulder.

Forces Affecting Driving

Inertia causes an object to maintain its motion or rest.
Friction affects vehicle control and is influenced by tire conditions, brakes, and speed.

Safe Driving Techniques

Decelerate before curves for better control.
Use headlights from sunset to sunrise or in inclement weather.
Maintain a following distance based on weather conditions using the two-second rule.

Collision and Emergency Protocols

If involved in a collision, stop, assist the injured, and contact authorities.
If accelerator sticks, shift to neutral; if brakes fail, pump the pedal and use the parking brake cautiously.

Alcohol and Drug Awareness

Alcohol impairs judgment and reaction; 31% of traffic fatalities in 2012 were alcohol-related.
Hallucinogenic drugs distort perception and thought, impacting driving ability.

Seat Belt and Safety Regulations

Wearing seat belts significantly increases survival chances in crashes.
Maintain a safe distance of at least 10 inches from airbags.

Vehicle Maintenance

Poorly tuned engines decrease fuel efficiency and can compromise driving safety.
ABS-equipped vehicles require steady pressure on the brake pedal to operate effectively.

Miscellaneous Road Rules

Yield signs are always triangular, while stop signs are octagons.
Center lanes are reserved for left turns and must be marked correctly for safety.

Legal Consequences

Refusal to take BAL tests by drivers under 21 results in automatic one-year suspension.
Zero Tolerance law enforces strict penalties for underage drinking and driving.

Driving Adjustments

Adjust speeds when visibility is compromised or conditions demand.
Defensive driving involves anticipating actions of others and modifying maneuvers proactively.### Tire Maintenance
Underinflated tires flex excessively, generating heat and increasing the risk of tire blowouts.
Proper tire inflation ensures better vehicle control and enhances fuel efficiency.
Underinflation can also result in tread separation or peeling.

Vehicle Maintenance

Regular vehicle maintenance acts as "health insurance," extending the lifespan of car parts.
Key benefits include improved safety, reliability, performance, fuel efficiency, and compliance with emission standards.
Economically, routine maintenance is cost-effective and can prevent expensive repairs down the line.

Safety Tips

Always adjust mirrors after adjusting the seat for optimal visibility and safety.
Avoid rush-hour traffic to minimize stress during travel.
If a vehicle is not visible in a truck driver's side mirrors, that means the truck driver may also be unable to see the vehicle.

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Prepare for your Driver's Education final exam with these flashcards. This quiz covers essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for safe driving and pedestrian awareness. Test your understanding and ensure you are ready for the road ahead.