Drivers Ed Final Exam Flashcards

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What does tracking mean?

Driving with your windows down

Changing lanes frequently

Maintaining center lane position while driving straight and turning (correct)

Having a GPS system

How far should you scan in city and congested areas?

12-15 seconds or 1-1.5 blocks

How often should you check your mirrors while driving?

Every 3-5 seconds

What are three adverse driving conditions?

Adverse weather Signup and view all the answers

What are the four rules of a 4-way stop?

First come first serve, yield to the right, cars going straight have authority over turning cars, right over left Signup and view all the answers

What does STV stand for?

Space, Traction, Visibility Signup and view all the answers

What is traction?

The grip of your tires to the road surface Signup and view all the answers

What affects visibility?

Time of day, weather, dirty windshields, hand gestures, lights, horns Signup and view all the answers

What is a pinch point?

The point in which two cars try to merge into the same lane at the same time Signup and view all the answers

What are the four rules of right on red?

Signal right, stop at the line, check if legal, check if safe and clear Signup and view all the answers

What should be the following distance in adverse weather?

5-7 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What is hydroplaning?

When a thin layer of water forms between your tires and the road Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an I-PASS?

Reduces tolls by 50%, allows not stopping to pay Signup and view all the answers

Why should we wear seat belts even with airbags?

Seat belts are active while airbags are passive Signup and view all the answers

What is a No Zone?

The blind spot in the back of the vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What is the adverse reaction time for most drivers?

0.75 seconds or 3/4 seconds Signup and view all the answers

How do you eliminate reaction distance?

Hovering over the brake Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal alcohol limit for drivers 21 and over?

0.08% and ZERO for those under 21 Signup and view all the answers

What is the fastest way to get alcohol out of your system?

Time Signup and view all the answers

How far down the road should you scan on an open road?

12-15 seconds or 1/4 of a mile Signup and view all the answers

What is highway hypnosis?

When the driver gets bored and starts not paying attention Signup and view all the answers

What are three examples of turnarounds?

Reverse turn Signup and view all the answers

What is a stale green light?

A stop light has been green for more than 12 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What can you control while driving?

Being drunk Signup and view all the answers

What does ABC mean?

Always be communicating Signup and view all the answers

What are the four steps of a lane change?

Signal, check mirrors, check blind spot, proceed if safe Signup and view all the answers

What is a blind spot?

The area that the driver cannot see through their mirrors Signup and view all the answers

What does SCC stand for?

Scanning, Communication, Cushion of Safety Signup and view all the answers

What is scanning in driving?

Knowing when, how and where to look while driving to be safe Signup and view all the answers

What does communication involve while driving?

Lights, horns, hand motions, eye contact, signals Signup and view all the answers

What is cushion of safety?

The area around the car we try to keep clear of hazards Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when being tailgated?

Slow down, pull over, do not stop out of nowhere Signup and view all the answers

What to do if your vehicle starts to skid?

Steer in the direction of the skid, scan in direction of skid, release both pedals, be ready to counter steer Signup and view all the answers

What is BAC?

Blood Alcohol Concentration Signup and view all the answers

Any time you have your windshield wipers on, you should have...

Your headlights on Signup and view all the answers

When the road is wet, you need to be cautious.

True Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Driver Education Key Concepts

Tracking: Maintaining a center lane position while driving straight and during turns.
Scanning Distance in Urban Areas: Look 12-15 seconds ahead; approximately 1-1.5 blocks.
Mirror Checks: Recommended every 3-5 seconds to ensure awareness of surroundings.
Adverse Driving Conditions: Include adverse weather, heavy traffic, and being tailgated.
4-Way Stop Rules: Follow first come, first serve; yield to the right; straight vehicles have priority over turning vehicles; right yields to left.
STV Acronym: Stands for Space, Traction, and Visibility.
Space Defined: The area around the vehicle, affected by number of lanes, vehicle sizes, and presence of pedestrians or animals.
Traction Explained: Refers to the grip of tires on various surfaces like snow, rain, ice, or leaves.
Visibility Factors: Influenced by time of day, weather conditions, cleanliness of windshields, and signals such as lights and horns.
Pinch Point: Occurs when two vehicles attempt to merge into the same lane simultaneously.
Right Turn on Red Protocol: Signal, stop at the line, ensure it’s legal, and check for safety and clearance.
Adverse Weather Following Distance: Maintain a distance of 5-7 seconds behind the vehicle ahead.
Ideal Weather Following Distance: Keep a distance of 3-5 seconds for safety.
Hydroplaning: A condition where water creates a barrier between tires and road surface, impairing braking and steering.
I-Pass Utility: Reduces toll rates by 50% and allows for seamless passage without stopping.
Importance of Seat Belts: Mandatory as they provide active protection even when airbags are present as secondary safety measures.
No Zone Concept: Refers to the blind spot located at the rear of a vehicle.
Average Adverse Reaction Time: Typically 0.75 seconds (3/4 seconds) for most drivers.
Eliminating Reaction Distance: Achieved by hovering over the brake pedal when necessary.
Legal Blood Alcohol Limit: 0.08% for drivers aged 21 and over; 0.00% for those under 21.
Alcohol Reduction: The fastest method to eliminate alcohol from the system is simply time.
Scanning Distance on Open Roads: Observe 12-15 seconds or approximately 1/4 mile ahead.
Highway Hypnosis: A state of boredom leading to inattentiveness during prolonged driving.
Turnabout Techniques: Include three-point turns, reverse turns, and U-turns.
Stale Green Light: A traffic signal that has been green for more than 12 seconds, indicating caution.
Controllable Driving Factors: Distractions, intoxication, and fatigue can all be managed to enhance safety.
ABC Principle: Always Be Communicating with other road users.
Lane Change Procedure: Signal, check mirrors, check blind spot, and proceed only if safe.
Blind Spot Definition: An area outside the driver’s visible range through mirrors.
SCC Acronym: Stands for Scanning, Communication, and Cushion of Safety.
Effective Scanning: Knowing when, how, and where to look for safety while driving.
Communication on the Road: Involves using lights, horns, hand signals, and making eye contact.
Cushion of Safety: Maintaining clear space around the vehicle to avoid hazards.
Responding to Tailgating: Slow down gradually, pull over when safe, and avoid sudden stops.
Skid Recovery Techniques: Steer into the skid, scan in the direction of the skid, release both pedals, and prepare to counter-steer.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC): Measures the amount of alcohol in a person’s bloodstream.
Wipers and Headlights Rule: Keep headlights on whenever windshield wipers are in use for safety.

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