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What is your field of vision?
What is your field of vision?
Everything you can see with your central and peripheral vision
Failure to yield is ranked as one of the top ___ causes of collisions.
Failure to yield is ranked as one of the top ___ causes of collisions.
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What happens if you have a tire blowout?
What happens if you have a tire blowout?
The car will suddenly pull in the direction towards the blowout
By the 1920s, who was the world's largest automobile manufacturer?
By the 1920s, who was the world's largest automobile manufacturer?
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In California, changing lanes in the middle of an intersection is legal.
In California, changing lanes in the middle of an intersection is legal.
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When does a curve become a turn?
When does a curve become a turn?
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Your driver's license is described as what?
Your driver's license is described as what?
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What do driver education classes provide?
What do driver education classes provide?
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You will be listed as a negligent operator if you get:
You will be listed as a negligent operator if you get:
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What does a car’s oil warning light indicate?
What does a car’s oil warning light indicate?
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What is the most common collision in a work zone?
What is the most common collision in a work zone?
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How many feet will it take you to stop from 60 mph?
How many feet will it take you to stop from 60 mph?
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What happens if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
What happens if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
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The 'P' in the SIPDE process stands for ___
The 'P' in the SIPDE process stands for ___
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How can driving in a safe and courteous manner affect law enforcement and insurance costs?
How can driving in a safe and courteous manner affect law enforcement and insurance costs?
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What does a yield sign mean?
What does a yield sign mean?
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What should you do when using a turn signal?
What should you do when using a turn signal?
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Entering an intersection before you can safely cross through it is legal.
Entering an intersection before you can safely cross through it is legal.
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What is the engine in your car sometimes called?
What is the engine in your car sometimes called?
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What is the best way to maximize traction?
What is the best way to maximize traction?
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What does an orange colored triangle shaped sign on a truck mean?
What does an orange colored triangle shaped sign on a truck mean?
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What are future changes in automobile technology likely to include?
What are future changes in automobile technology likely to include?
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What is the colorless, odorless, and poisonous gas from the exhaust called?
What is the colorless, odorless, and poisonous gas from the exhaust called?
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When listening to the radio or other audio device, you should:
When listening to the radio or other audio device, you should:
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The primary factor in decreasing kinetic energy of an object is to ___
The primary factor in decreasing kinetic energy of an object is to ___
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When must you use your turn signals?
When must you use your turn signals?
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What does a white lane parallel to your lane on the right indicate?
What does a white lane parallel to your lane on the right indicate?
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The provisions of your provisional license include the following except ___
The provisions of your provisional license include the following except ___
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At its height, what percentage of American workers were employed in an automotive related industry?
At its height, what percentage of American workers were employed in an automotive related industry?
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What can designated drivers not have during an outing?
What can designated drivers not have during an outing?
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If your headlights ever fail, what should you do?
If your headlights ever fail, what should you do?
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If you are under 21 years of age, you can transport alcohol in the truck if it is part of your employment duties.
If you are under 21 years of age, you can transport alcohol in the truck if it is part of your employment duties.
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What is a center lane with solid and broken yellow lines that is used by vehicles making left turns in both directions called?
What is a center lane with solid and broken yellow lines that is used by vehicles making left turns in both directions called?
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In order to pass another car safely at speeds of 45 mph, how much clear visibility do you need?
In order to pass another car safely at speeds of 45 mph, how much clear visibility do you need?
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What does a large diamond painted in a lane signify?
What does a large diamond painted in a lane signify?
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If you are distracted by a cell phone, passenger, or other distraction for just one second at 30 mph, you will travel how far blindly?
If you are distracted by a cell phone, passenger, or other distraction for just one second at 30 mph, you will travel how far blindly?
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Why is overdriving your headlights at night dangerous?
Why is overdriving your headlights at night dangerous?
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If you are under 21, what will the zero tolerance policy for drinking and driving do to your license?
If you are under 21, what will the zero tolerance policy for drinking and driving do to your license?
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Teenage drivers have a total accident rate that is ___ times that of an adult.
Teenage drivers have a total accident rate that is ___ times that of an adult.
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What are vehicle blind spots?
What are vehicle blind spots?
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How do disc brakes work?
How do disc brakes work?
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Failure to yield is the primary cause of what percentage of fatal and injury collisions?
Failure to yield is the primary cause of what percentage of fatal and injury collisions?
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In the United States, how often is a bicyclist killed?
In the United States, how often is a bicyclist killed?
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What ratio of traffic fatalities do pedestrians comprise?
What ratio of traffic fatalities do pedestrians comprise?
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Which of the following is not on the permit test?
Which of the following is not on the permit test?
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A right turn on red can be made at a red arrow.
A right turn on red can be made at a red arrow.
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If you have trouble reading, even in English, you may take an audio permit test.
If you have trouble reading, even in English, you may take an audio permit test.
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The minimum tread thickness for passenger car tires is ___
The minimum tread thickness for passenger car tires is ___
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To keep focused while driving, you should:
To keep focused while driving, you should:
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What constant effect does gravity have on your car?
What constant effect does gravity have on your car?
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How many cars did the Ford Motor Company build from 1908 until 1926?
How many cars did the Ford Motor Company build from 1908 until 1926?
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Kaitlyn's law makes it illegal for any child under what age to be left alone in a vehicle unless another child at least 12 years old accompanies them?
Kaitlyn's law makes it illegal for any child under what age to be left alone in a vehicle unless another child at least 12 years old accompanies them?
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Centrifugal force really exists.
Centrifugal force really exists.
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If you are a minor under the age of 18, you must have parents or a legal guardian sign the application since they will be financially responsible for you.
If you are a minor under the age of 18, you must have parents or a legal guardian sign the application since they will be financially responsible for you.
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What does a white transverse line across your lane mean?
What does a white transverse line across your lane mean?
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What is the best way to prepare for the drive test?
What is the best way to prepare for the drive test?
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What does the alternator do?
What does the alternator do?
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Alcohol is considered what?
Alcohol is considered what?
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BAC stands for ___
BAC stands for ___
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When you park next to a curb, your wheels must be no more than ___ inches away from the curb.
When you park next to a curb, your wheels must be no more than ___ inches away from the curb.
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Study Notes
Field of Vision
- Encompasses everything visible through central and peripheral vision.
Collision Statistics
- Failure to yield ranks as the fifth leading cause of collisions.
Tire Blowouts
- A tire blowout causes the vehicle to pull in the direction of the affected tire.
Automobile Industry
- By the 1920s, General Motors (GM) emerged as the largest automobile manufacturer.
Lane Changes
- In California, changing lanes within an intersection is permitted.
Curves and Turns
- A curve becomes a turn when safely navigable below 35 MPH.
Driving Privilege
- A driver's license is a privilege that must be earned.
Driver Education
- Classes provide essential knowledge for developing driving skills.
Negligent Operator Status
- Gaining 4 points in 12 months, 6 in 24 months, or 8 in 36 months results in negligent operator designation.
Oil Warning Indicator
- The oil warning light signals a drop in engine oil pressure.
Work Zone Safety
- Tailgating is the most common collision cause in work zones.
Stopping Distance
- Stopping from 60 mph requires approximately 180 feet.
School Bus Regulations
- Failing to stop for a school bus displaying flashing red lights can incur a fine of up to $1,000.
SIPIDE Process
- The letter "P" in the SIPIDE process denotes "Predict."
Safe Driving Practices
- Courteous driving can significantly reduce law enforcement and insurance costs.
Yield Sign Meaning
- Yield signs indicate the need to give the right of way to other traffic.
Turn Signal Usage
- Use turn signals correctly by activating them in advance and ensuring they are deactivated afterward.
Intersection Regulations
- Blocking an intersection while waiting to cross is illegal and subjects drivers to gridlock fines.
Engine Terminology
- Car engines are often referred to as four-stroke engines.
Tire Traction
- Maximum tire traction is achieved by maintaining proper inflation levels.
Slow Moving Vehicle Indicator
- An orange triangle sign on the rear of a truck signifies that it is slow-moving.
Future Automobile Innovations
- Expected changes in automotive technology include improved fuel economy and enhanced safety features.
Carbon Monoxide Awareness
- The exhaust emits carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas.
Audio Device Regulations
- It is illegal to wear headphones while driving; keep sound levels low to hear ambient noises.
Energy and Speed
- The primary method to decrease kinetic energy in an object is by reducing its velocity.
Turn Signal Requirements
- Turn signals must be used when changing lanes, turning, or parking.
Road Markings
- A white lane parallel to the right indicates the roadway edge, which is not to be crossed.
Provisional License Provisions
- Provisional license conditions do not permit a BAC exceeding 0.05%.
Automotive Employment Statistics
- At its peak, 20% of American workers were employed in automotive-related industries.
Designated Drivers
- Designated drivers should refrain from consuming alcohol during outings.
Headlight Failure Response
- If headlights fail, drivers should pull over immediately for safety.
Legal Transport of Alcohol
- Individuals under 21 may transport alcohol in the trunk only as part of job duties.
Left Turn Lane Description
- A center lane with solid and broken yellow lines is designated for two-way left turns.
Safe Passing Guidelines
- A clear visibility of at least 1/3 of a mile is needed for safe passing at 45 mph.
Reserved Lanes Indicator
- A large diamond symbol in a lane indicates it is reserved for specific traffic.
Distraction While Driving
- Distractions like cell phones can lead a driver to travel 45 feet blindly at 30 mph.
Headlight Overdriving Risks
- Overdriving headlights at night poses a danger as it limits stopping distance to illuminated areas.
Zero Tolerance Policy
- For those under 21, a BAC of 0.01% can result in license revocation under zero tolerance laws.
Teenage Driver Accident Rates
- Teenage drivers experience accident rates four times higher than adults.
Vehicle Blind Spots
- Blind spots are areas that cannot be viewed through mirrors, located between central vision and peripheral sight.
Disc Brake Functionality
- Disc brakes stop a vehicle by pressing inward on a rotating disc.
Yielding and Collision Rate
- Failure to yield contributes to 20% of fatal and injury-related collisions.
Bicyclist Fatalities
- In the U.S., a bicyclist is killed approximately every 6 hours.
Pedestrian Fatalities
- Pedestrians represent about one-sixth of all traffic fatalities.
Permit Test Content
- The permit test does not include commercial license requirements.
Right Turn on Red
- A right turn on red is prohibited at a red arrow.
Audio Permit Exam Option
- Minors struggling with reading may take an audio version of the permit test, contingent on passing a sign meaning exam in English.
Minimum Tire Tread Depth
- The minimum tread thickness for passenger car tires is set at 1/32 inch.
Focused Driving Techniques
- Maintain focus by scanning, pulling over to use a phone, and anticipating future events while driving.
Gravity Impact
- Gravity continually influences a vehicle's traction and speed, particularly on hills.
Historical Automobile Production
- From 1908 to 1926, Ford Motor Company manufactured over 15 million cars.
Kaitlyn's Law Compliance
- Kaitlyn's Law prohibits leaving children under 6 alone in vehicles without supervision from a child over 12.
Centrifugal Force Concept
- Centrifugal force is recognized as an illusion rather than a real physical force.
Parental Responsibility for Minors
- Minors under 18 need parental or guardian authorization for licensing since they will be financially liable.
Transverse Stop Line Requirement
- A white line across a lane indicates the requirement to stop entirely before the line.
Preparation for Driving Test
- The best preparatory approach includes taking a driving course and extensive practice.
Alternator Functionality
- The alternator generates electrical power for the vehicle after the engine has started.
Alcohol Classification
- Alcohol is classified as a poison, a central nervous system depressant, and a flammable substance.
BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration)
- BAC is an acronym for blood alcohol concentration.
Curb Parking Regulations
- When parking next to a curb, wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
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