Driving Safety and BAC Guidelines

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If under 21 years of age you are considered to be driving while under the influence if your blood alcohol level is _____

0.02+

What does the sign with the denied 'P' and the times '8:30 AM - 5:30 PM' mean?

No parking between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM

If an approaching driver does not dim the headlights, you should

Flash your headlights to high beam for a second, then return to low beam

What is the most important thing to remember about speed management and curves?

Slow down before you enter the curve Signup and view all the answers

What does the road sign with a denied right turn mean?

No right turn Signup and view all the answers

If another vehicle passes you on the left, you must

Decrease your speed slightly and keep to the right Signup and view all the answers

Which shape is a speed limit sign?

Vertical rectangle Signup and view all the answers

What does your blood alcohol content (BAC) depend on?

The amount of alcohol you drink Signup and view all the answers

What does the sign with a bullet between a down arrow and an up arrow mean?

The divided highway ends ahead Signup and view all the answers

What does the road sign with a truck going down a hill indicate?

Steep downgrade Signup and view all the answers

ABS helps increase your stopping distance.

False Signup and view all the answers

What does the shape of a route sign tell you?

The type of route you are on Signup and view all the answers

When making a left turn from a one-way road into a one-way road with two lanes, you must

Turn into its left lane Signup and view all the answers

What do your brake lights tell other drivers?

You are slowing down or stopping Signup and view all the answers

When changing lanes, you should not

Use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear Signup and view all the answers

What should drivers do when they see a sign with a curvy arrow going right?

Slow their speed, keep to the right, and do not pass Signup and view all the answers

What does the sign showing traffic lights mean?

There is a traffic signal ahead Signup and view all the answers

If a vehicle enters a road from a driveway, what must they do?

Stop and yield the right-of-way to traffic on the roadway and to pedestrians Signup and view all the answers

What should drivers do when driving on slippery roads?

Increase their following distance Signup and view all the answers

What does the road sign showing an arrow turning right mean?

Sharp turn, slow down Signup and view all the answers

If another car is in danger of hitting you, what should you do?

Sound your horn Signup and view all the answers

When following motorcycles, drivers should

Keep more space in front of their vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What trouble do drivers who eat and drink while driving face?

Have trouble controlling their vehicles Signup and view all the answers

When should you increase your following distance?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What does the road sign with an up arrow and a small tail on its right mean?

Merging traffic from the right Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your car stalls on railroad tracks?

Run toward the train but stay off the tracks Signup and view all the answers

What does the right arrow turning sign warn drivers about?

The road will make a sharp turn to the right Signup and view all the answers

When you want to turn left at an intersection and another car is moving straight through, what should you do?

Must wait for the car to go through before you turn Signup and view all the answers

What is following another vehicle too closely known as?

Tailgating Signup and view all the answers

When can you pass on the right?

When the vehicle ahead makes a left turn Signup and view all the answers

What does the road sign showing a stick figure walking on the road mean?

Pedestrian crossing Signup and view all the answers

On average, how long does it take your body to remove the alcohol contained in 5 ounces of wine?

1 hour Signup and view all the answers

On what three conditions does your blood alcohol content (BAC) depend?

Your weight, how much alcohol you drink, how much time passes between drinks Signup and view all the answers

Who has the right-of-way if you reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time as a driver on your right?

The other driver on your right Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Guidelines

Under 21 years, a BAC of .02 or higher is considered driving under the influence.
BAC is influenced by weight, amount of alcohol consumed, and time elapsed between drinks.
On average, it takes about 1 hour to metabolize the alcohol in 5 ounces of wine.

Road Signs and Their Meanings

No parking sign indicates restrictions from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Traffic sign showing a denied right turn signifies no right turn allowed.
Speed limit signs are in a vertical rectangle shape; their shape indicates route type.
Merging traffic sign with an up arrow and tail indicates merging from the right.
Pedestrian crossing signs feature a stick figure walking.

Driving Behavior and Safety

When an oncoming driver doesn't dim headlights, flash your headlights briefly before reverting to low beam.
Slow down before entering curves to manage speed effectively.
Always yield to traffic when entering from a driveway.
Maintain greater following distance behind motorcycles and large vehicles that block visibility.
In emergency situations on train tracks, escape the vehicle and run towards the train but not on the tracks.
In cases of tailgating, excessive closeness to another vehicle can be dangerous.

Maneuvering and Intersections

If another vehicle passes on the left, reduce speed slightly and keep right.
When making left turns from a one-way road into another one-way road, turn into the left lane.
At uncontrolled intersections, the driver on your right has the right of way.
When approaching a sharp curve right sign, slow down and avoid passing other vehicles.

Hazard Awareness

Steep downgrade sign warns of a significant decline ahead.
Signs indicating traffic signals ahead help prepare drivers for possible stops.
Flashing brake lights signify to others that you are slowing or stopping.
The right arrow turning sign serves as a warning for a sharp right turn ahead.

Distracted Driving

Use of cell phones while changing lanes can distract drivers and increase risk.
Eating and drinking while driving can hinder vehicle control.

General Vehicle Handling

You can pass on the right only when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn.
If in danger of a collision, sounding your horn is a recommended response.

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Test your knowledge on important driving safety regulations and Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) guidelines that affect your road behavior. This quiz covers everything from understanding BAC limits to recognizing various road signs and safe driving practices. Perfect for new drivers and anyone looking to refresh their knowledge.