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What do you do in case of a blow-out?
What do you do in case of a blow-out?
Steer firmly, take your foot off the gas and brake cautiously.
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
Stop, look and yield before proceeding.
At 20 miles per hour, what is the reaction distance?
At 20 miles per hour, what is the reaction distance?
44 feet.
What is the maximum fine for a person age 21 or older who is driving and drinking alcohol?
What is the maximum fine for a person age 21 or older who is driving and drinking alcohol?
When turning left from a three-lane, one-way street, from which lane should you turn?
When turning left from a three-lane, one-way street, from which lane should you turn?
What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center stripe mean?
What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center stripe mean?
When parking near a corner, how close may you park your vehicle?
When parking near a corner, how close may you park your vehicle?
If you are being passed, what should you do?
If you are being passed, what should you do?
When must you always stop?
When must you always stop?
What should you do when you hear a siren coming?
What should you do when you hear a siren coming?
If you are teaching a beginner to drive, what must you be?
If you are teaching a beginner to drive, what must you be?
When must you give a signal either by hand and arm or by signal device?
When must you give a signal either by hand and arm or by signal device?
What is the highest speed from which you could stop if a child ran into the road 60-65 feet ahead of your vehicle?
What is the highest speed from which you could stop if a child ran into the road 60-65 feet ahead of your vehicle?
When must headlights be turned on?
When must headlights be turned on?
What is the minimum distance a vehicle should be parked from a fire plug?
What is the minimum distance a vehicle should be parked from a fire plug?
What does a flashing yellow signal light mean?
What does a flashing yellow signal light mean?
What should you do when taking medicine prescribed by a doctor?
What should you do when taking medicine prescribed by a doctor?
How far beyond the left side of your vehicle may an object lawfully extend?
How far beyond the left side of your vehicle may an object lawfully extend?
What causes vehicle skids most likely?
What causes vehicle skids most likely?
If involved in an injury accident in the city, whom must you notify?
If involved in an injury accident in the city, whom must you notify?
What is the maximum daytime speed limit for passenger cars on a numbered highway?
What is the maximum daytime speed limit for passenger cars on a numbered highway?
At night, when should a driver dim their headlights?
At night, when should a driver dim their headlights?
For child passenger safety, seats are required for all children under the age of?
For child passenger safety, seats are required for all children under the age of?
When making a long trip, how often should you stop for a rest?
When making a long trip, how often should you stop for a rest?
What does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean?
What does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean?
If you run off the pavement, what should you do?
If you run off the pavement, what should you do?
What happens to your driver's license if you possess a fake driver's license?
What happens to your driver's license if you possess a fake driver's license?
How does alcohol affect a driver's abilities?
How does alcohol affect a driver's abilities?
If a driver aged 21 or older runs over and kills someone while under the influence of alcohol, what might they be charged with?
If a driver aged 21 or older runs over and kills someone while under the influence of alcohol, what might they be charged with?
What should you do when a vehicle in front of you stops to let a pedestrian pass?
What should you do when a vehicle in front of you stops to let a pedestrian pass?
If your driver's license is suspended, when may you drive?
If your driver's license is suspended, when may you drive?
Why should you drive slower at night?
Why should you drive slower at night?
If under the age of 21 and with any detectable amount of alcohol in your system, what might you be charged with?
If under the age of 21 and with any detectable amount of alcohol in your system, what might you be charged with?
When approaching a green traffic light, what should you do?
When approaching a green traffic light, what should you do?
When must lights on your vehicle be turned on?
When must lights on your vehicle be turned on?
What is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a valid driver's license?
What is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a valid driver's license?
When parking parallel, how far should you leave the curb side wheels?
When parking parallel, how far should you leave the curb side wheels?
Not including thinking and reaction distance, at 20 miles per hour, what is the lawful stopping distance?
Not including thinking and reaction distance, at 20 miles per hour, what is the lawful stopping distance?
What does a green arrow showing with a red traffic light indicate?
What does a green arrow showing with a red traffic light indicate?
When do drivers become subject to the liability insurance law?
When do drivers become subject to the liability insurance law?
Where should pedestrians walk when possible?
Where should pedestrians walk when possible?
What is a violation of state law for pedestrians?
What is a violation of state law for pedestrians?
What must you do when meeting a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children?
What must you do when meeting a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children?
What should you do when entering a street from a private driveway or alley?
What should you do when entering a street from a private driveway or alley?
How long does it take to stop a vehicle with good brakes from 20 mph under good conditions?
How long does it take to stop a vehicle with good brakes from 20 mph under good conditions?
What should you do if you have an accident in which someone is injured?
What should you do if you have an accident in which someone is injured?
What usually happens to a person who has been drinking alcoholic beverages?
What usually happens to a person who has been drinking alcoholic beverages?
What must you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?
What must you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?
On a multiple-lane highway, where should slow drivers drive?
On a multiple-lane highway, where should slow drivers drive?
If you get drowsy while driving, what is best to do?
If you get drowsy while driving, what is best to do?
When driving behind another vehicle, how much driving time should you maintain between yourself and the car ahead?
When driving behind another vehicle, how much driving time should you maintain between yourself and the car ahead?
What effect does marijuana use have on driving?
What effect does marijuana use have on driving?
For what reason may your driver's license be suspended?
For what reason may your driver's license be suspended?
How long may a minor's driver's license be suspended for a first offense of driving under the influence of alcohol?
How long may a minor's driver's license be suspended for a first offense of driving under the influence of alcohol?
What may happen if a driver aged 21 or older refuses a test to determine the amount of alcohol in their body?
What may happen if a driver aged 21 or older refuses a test to determine the amount of alcohol in their body?
What effect does heavy amphetamine use have on driving?
What effect does heavy amphetamine use have on driving?
How far in advance should you signal when turning?
How far in advance should you signal when turning?
If a minor refuses to provide a breath or blood specimen to a police officer, how long will the minor's license be suspended?
If a minor refuses to provide a breath or blood specimen to a police officer, how long will the minor's license be suspended?
If you must walk on the highway, which side should you walk on?
If you must walk on the highway, which side should you walk on?
Including reaction time, what is the stopping distance at 20 mph?
Including reaction time, what is the stopping distance at 20 mph?
What will happen to a person's license if convicted of possessing a fake driver's license?
What will happen to a person's license if convicted of possessing a fake driver's license?
When waiting to make a left turn when the light turns green, when should you turn?
When waiting to make a left turn when the light turns green, when should you turn?
If you are driving at the speed limit and another car starts to pass, what should you do?
If you are driving at the speed limit and another car starts to pass, what should you do?
If blinded by an approaching motor vehicle at night, what is best to do?
If blinded by an approaching motor vehicle at night, what is best to do?
To avoid accidents, what should a defensive driver do?
To avoid accidents, what should a defensive driver do?
When approaching an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing, how far should you never drive on the left side of the roadway?
When approaching an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing, how far should you never drive on the left side of the roadway?
What is the maximum fine for a first non-driving alcohol-related offense of possession or consumption of alcohol by a minor?
What is the maximum fine for a first non-driving alcohol-related offense of possession or consumption of alcohol by a minor?
For what reason may your driver's license be suspended?
For what reason may your driver's license be suspended?
How long should you wait after passing another vehicle before returning to your lane?
How long should you wait after passing another vehicle before returning to your lane?
How can you see better when driving in fog?
How can you see better when driving in fog?
Who needs to be buckled in when in a passenger car or truck?
Who needs to be buckled in when in a passenger car or truck?
Under favorable circumstances, including reaction time, how far can a motor vehicle going 50 be stopped?
Under favorable circumstances, including reaction time, how far can a motor vehicle going 50 be stopped?
What is the first thing that should be done when a motor vehicle starts to skid?
What is the first thing that should be done when a motor vehicle starts to skid?
When choosing your driving speed, what are the most important things to consider?
When choosing your driving speed, what are the most important things to consider?
What should you do when you discover you are in the wrong lane to make your turn while nearing an intersection?
What should you do when you discover you are in the wrong lane to make your turn while nearing an intersection?
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Study Notes
Vehicle Safety and Control
- In case of a blow-out, steer firmly, release the gas pedal, and brake cautiously.
- At 20 mph, the vehicle's stopping distance, including thinking distance, is about 63 feet.
- Skids are often caused by driving too fast on slippery surfaces.
- When driving in fog, use lower headlight beams for better visibility.
- If a minor refuses a breath or blood test, their license is suspended for 120 days.
Traffic Signals and Signs
- A flashing red traffic light requires drivers to stop, look, and yield.
- A flashing yellow light means to always slow down.
- A green arrow with a red light allows cautious movement in the direction of the arrow.
Parking and Stopping Regulations
- Vehicles must be parked at least 15 feet from fire hydrants and 20 feet from crosswalks.
- When making a left turn from a one-way street, use the left lane.
- It's illegal to park too close to a school bus unloading children; you must stop.
Speed Limits and Driving Distances
- Maximum daytime speed limit on highways is 70 mph; posted speed limits reflect ideal conditions.
- Maintain a following distance of 2 seconds behind the vehicle ahead.
- The stopping distance at 50 mph is approximately 229 feet.
Handling Emergency Situations
- If being passed, maintain your lane.
- In an accident, provide assistance to the injured and summon help.
- Yield to emergency vehicles when you hear their sirens.
Alcohol and Driver Impairment
- Alcohol can impair judgement, perception, concentration, and emotional stability, leading to dangerous driving.
- Drivers age 21 or older can be charged with Intoxication Manslaughter if they cause death while under the influence.
- A first offense for DUIA by a minor can result in a driver's license being suspended for up to 12 months.
Driver Responsibilities and Legal Consequences
- A driver's license can be suspended for possessing a fake license or habitual reckless driving.
- Teaching someone to drive requires the instructor to be a licensed driver aged 21 or older.
- If you accidentally damage an unattended vehicle, leave a signed note or locate the owner.
Pedestrian and Roadway Conduct
- Pedestrians should walk on sidewalks when available, and it’s unlawful to solicit rides while standing in the road.
- Always yield to pedestrians, especially when they are crossing at crosswalks or when vehicles stop for them.
Defensive Driving Techniques
- Stay alert and identify trouble spots as a defensive driving strategy.
- Signal at least 100 feet before making any turns to inform other drivers.
- If an upcoming turn requires crossing into the wrong lane, continue to the next intersection for a safe turn.
Use these notes to prepare effectively for driver's education and stay aware of the requirements and best practices for safe driving.
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