Drivers Ed Flashcards

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Failure to Yield is ranked as one of the top ___________ causes of collisions:

What is the effect of driving in a safe and courteous manner?

Can lower the cost of law enforcement and insurance

What can Driver Education classes provide?

Give you the basic knowledge needed to hone your skills when you begin driving

What is your driver license?

A privilege -- an earned and special right -- granted by the state Signup and view all the answers

What must minors under the age of 18 have when applying for a driver’s license?

Parents or a legal guardian must sign the application, since they will be financially responsible for you Signup and view all the answers

By the 1920s, who was the world's largest automobile manufacturer?

General Motors Signup and view all the answers

What was the rate of car ownership in America by the early 1960s?

1 car for every 3 people Signup and view all the answers

At its height, what percentage of American workers were employed in an automotive-related industry?

20% (2 out of 10) Signup and view all the answers

How many cars did the Ford Motor Company build from 1908 until 1927?

15,000,000 cars Signup and view all the answers

What are some future changes likely in automobile technology?

Improved safety through engineering research and development, increased sophistication of controls and instruments, increased fuel efficiency and new industries to support it Signup and view all the answers

What are a vehicle's 'blind spots'?

Areas you can't see, because they are in front of what your mirrors show, but behind your peripheral vision Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'P' in the SIPDE process stand for?

predict Signup and view all the answers

What is the colorless, odorless, and poisonous gas from the exhaust called?

Carbon Monoxide Signup and view all the answers

When listening to your car radio, or other audio device, how should you manage the volume?

Keep the volume low enough to hear outside noises Signup and view all the answers

What is your 'Field of Vision'?

Everything you can see with your central and peripheral vision Signup and view all the answers

Centrifugal force exists.

False Signup and view all the answers

What effect does gravity have on your car?

Has a constant effect on your car, its traction and its speed on hills Signup and view all the answers

How can you maximize the traction of your tires?

Inflate them to the recommended pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor in decreasing the Kinetic Energy of an object?

Decrease the velocity Signup and view all the answers

According to the formula for stopping distance, how many feet will it take you to stop from 60 mph?

180 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is a center lane with solid and broken yellow lines used for?

Two-way Left-Turn Lane Signup and view all the answers

What does a WHITE line parallel to your lane indicate?

The edge of the vehicular portion of a roadway, and may not be crossed Signup and view all the answers

What does a Yield sign mean?

Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you are entering or crossing Signup and view all the answers

What does a WHITE, transverse line across your lane mean?

You must stop with your entire vehicle behind this line Signup and view all the answers

When does a curve become a turn?

When it can be safely navigated at a speed slower than 35 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum tread thickness for passenger car tires?

1/32 inch Signup and view all the answers

What is the engine in your car sometimes called?

A 4-stroke engine Signup and view all the answers

What does the oil warning light mean?

Your oil pressure has dropped Signup and view all the answers

How do disc brakes work?

Pressing inward, on a disc, to stop it from turning Signup and view all the answers

What does the alternator do?

Produces the electrical needs of the car once the engine has started Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Driver Education Key Concepts

Failure to yield is one of the top five causes of collisions.
Safe and courteous driving can help reduce law enforcement and insurance costs.
Driver education classes provide essential knowledge to develop driving skills.

Licensing and Minors

A driver's license is a privilege granted by the state, requiring responsibility and adherence to regulations.
Minors under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian signature on their application, as they are financially responsible.

Historical Automotive Facts

By the 1920s, General Motors became the world's largest automobile manufacturer.
In the early 1960s, the car ownership ratio in America was one car for every three people.
At its peak, automotive-related industries employed 20% of the American workforce.
From 1908 to 1927, the Ford Motor Company produced over 15 million cars.

Future of Automobiles

Future automobile technology is expected to focus on improved safety, increased fuel efficiency, and sophisticated controls.
Ongoing engineering research and development will enhance vehicle and road safety.

Driving Awareness and Safety

Blind spots are areas unseen because they exist outside of mirror view but within peripheral vision.
The "P" in SIPDE (Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute) stands for 'predict.'
Carbon monoxide is a toxic, colorless, and odorless gas emitted in vehicle exhaust.

Audio and Driving

When using a car radio, keep the volume low to hear outside sounds and partially open a window for better awareness.

Vision and Perception

The "Field of Vision" encompasses everything visible through both central and peripheral sight.
Centrifugal force is a concept perceived in driving but is not a real force.
Gravity continuously affects traction and speed, particularly on hills.

Tire Maintenance

Maximize tire traction by maintaining recommended tire pressure.
The minimum tread thickness for passenger car tires should be at least 1/32 inch.

Kinetic Energy and Stopping Distance

Reducing an object's velocity is the primary method to decrease its kinetic energy.
Stopping from 60 mph requires approximately 180 feet.

Road Markings and Traffic Signs

A two-way left-turn lane is marked by a center lane with solid and broken yellow lines.
A white line on the right edge indicates the boundary of the road and should not be crossed.
A yield sign instructs drivers to give right-of-way to vehicles in the roadway being entered or crossed.
A white transverse line means a complete stop is required behind the line.
A curve becomes a turn when navigable at speeds less than 35 mph.

Vehicle Mechanics

The engine in most cars is typically a 4-stroke engine.
The oil warning light signals a drop in oil pressure.
Disc brakes function by pressing pads against a disc to halt its rotation.
The alternator generates electricity after the engine has started to power vehicle systems.

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Test your knowledge with these Drivers Ed flashcards covering key concepts and terminology necessary for safe driving. Each card provides essential information on various aspects of driver education, from yielding to courteous driving practices.