Questions and Answers
How many inches should a driver be from the steering wheel?
10 inches
What is the first thing you should do before driving if you have snow on your vehicle?
Clean it all off
What is a roadside technology that is designed to help reduce the severity of a crash?
Guard rails
A roadway technology designed to alert inattentive drivers is?
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When you ride in a moving object, your speed?
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Virginia law requires using headlights whenever the windshield wipers are in use.
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A wet roadway is most slippery when the rain first begins.
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Overdriving your headlights means?
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If a driver is blinded by the lights of an oncoming vehicle, he/she should?
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Most vehicles will be swept off the roadway in only _____ of water.
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When driving into a headwind, you may need to?
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A danger of driving through deep water is?
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To maintain your speed when there is a tail wind, you may need to do which of the following?
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When it is foggy outside you should do which of the following?
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Study Notes
Driving Safety Guidelines
- Maintain a distance of 10 inches from the steering wheel for optimal control and safety.
- Always clean off all snow from your vehicle before driving to ensure visibility and safety.
Roadside Safety Features
- Guard rails are installed as roadside technology to help reduce the severity of a crash.
- Rumble strips are designed to alert inattentive drivers, providing a tactile warning of lane departure.
Vehicle Dynamics
- When inside a moving vehicle, your speed matches that of the vehicle itself.
- Virginia Law mandates the use of headlights whenever windshield wipers are activated, enhancing safety in adverse weather conditions.
Weather-Related Driving Challenges
- Roadways become most slippery when rain first begins, increasing the risk of skidding.
- Overdriving your headlights occurs when you cannot stop within the distance illuminated by them, leading to potential accidents.
Handling Oncoming Traffic
- If blinded by oncoming vehicle lights, it is recommended to look to the right to avoid glare and maintain awareness of the road.
Environmental Hazards
- Most vehicles can be swept off the roadway in as little as 2 feet of water, indicating the dangers of driving through floods.
- While driving into a headwind, be prepared to accelerate to maintain your speed and stability.
- Deep water poses a risk as the roadway may be washed away, potentially causing your vehicle to stall.
Driving in Reduced Visibility
- In foggy conditions, it is crucial to use low beam headlights for better visibility without causing glare to other drivers.
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Test your knowledge about essential driving safety protocols with these flashcards! This quiz covers important topics such as safe distances from the steering wheel, vehicle maintenance in snowy conditions, and roadside technologies that enhance safety. Perfect for those completing a driver's education course or refreshing their driving skills.
