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Approximately what percentage of roadside litter flies out of the back of pick-up trucks?
Approximately what percentage of roadside litter flies out of the back of pick-up trucks?
- Almost half (correct)
- Almost all
- Almost three quarters
- Almost one quarter
What does a diamond symbol on the roadway indicate?
What does a diamond symbol on the roadway indicate?
HOV lane
According to Terry Kline, what is one of the highest-risk maneuvers that you do as a driver?
According to Terry Kline, what is one of the highest-risk maneuvers that you do as a driver?
merging
When entering a lane of oncoming traffic to pass a vehicle, it is generally safe to make your pass when:
When entering a lane of oncoming traffic to pass a vehicle, it is generally safe to make your pass when:
Even with a green light, it is illegal to go through an intersection if:
Even with a green light, it is illegal to go through an intersection if:
What should you do when you need to exit a freeway or highway?
What should you do when you need to exit a freeway or highway?
Diamond shaped signs are:
Diamond shaped signs are:
Approximately what percentage of crashes at railroad crossings takes place at crossings that do not have automatic gates and flashing lights?
Approximately what percentage of crashes at railroad crossings takes place at crossings that do not have automatic gates and flashing lights?
When approaching another vehicle at night, what should you do?
When approaching another vehicle at night, what should you do?
If you absolutely must drive in fog, use your:
If you absolutely must drive in fog, use your:
It is dangerous to drive in the rain because:
It is dangerous to drive in the rain because:
A car can hydroplane:
A car can hydroplane:
The force that causes objects in a moving car to keep moving forward even when the car itself has stopped is:
The force that causes objects in a moving car to keep moving forward even when the car itself has stopped is:
Stopping distance depends on which of the following?
Stopping distance depends on which of the following?
When we are behind the wheel, which of the following registers in our brain?
When we are behind the wheel, which of the following registers in our brain?
A driver in a skid can recover more quickly if they:
A driver in a skid can recover more quickly if they:
Nine out of every ten pedestrian fatalities occur during which weather conditions?
Nine out of every ten pedestrian fatalities occur during which weather conditions?
You can make car/pedestrian crashes less likely if you are which of the following?
You can make car/pedestrian crashes less likely if you are which of the following?
Which of the following is a safe assumption while driving?
Which of the following is a safe assumption while driving?
Marc Miller had a cycling collision in which of the following?
Marc Miller had a cycling collision in which of the following?
You should keep a space cushion:
You should keep a space cushion:
One out of how many traffic fatalities involves a big rig or large truck?
One out of how many traffic fatalities involves a big rig or large truck?
The most important thing to do in a driving emergency is which of the following?
The most important thing to do in a driving emergency is which of the following?
If your anti-lock brakes go out, you should:
If your anti-lock brakes go out, you should:
When jumping a dead battery, remove jumper cables in which order?
When jumping a dead battery, remove jumper cables in which order?
If you are about to be in a collision, remember to do which of the following?
If you are about to be in a collision, remember to do which of the following?
Eighty percent of the traffic deaths in the US happen in cars traveling less than how many miles per hour?
Eighty percent of the traffic deaths in the US happen in cars traveling less than how many miles per hour?
When an airbag deploys, how long does it take to inflate, protect the driver, and deflate?
When an airbag deploys, how long does it take to inflate, protect the driver, and deflate?
Which part of the body removes alcohol from the body?
Which part of the body removes alcohol from the body?
The student organization at William Howard Taft High School that promotes safe driving practices is named:
The student organization at William Howard Taft High School that promotes safe driving practices is named:
What is the result of mixing alcohol with other drugs called?
What is the result of mixing alcohol with other drugs called?
Study Notes
Quiz 1 - Key Points
- Common answer choice in quizzes often includes "all of the above" when applicable.
- Nearly half of roadside litter originates from pick-up trucks.
- A diamond symbol on the roadway indicates a High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane.
- Merging is identified as one of the highest-risk driving maneuvers according to an expert.
- Safe conditions for passing oncoming traffic include when it appears stationary.
- It is illegal to enter an intersection with a green light if vehicles block the path.
- Safe exit from freeways requires maintaining a proper speed.
- Diamond-shaped signs serve as warning signs on the road.
- About 50% of crashes at railroad crossings occur where there are no automatic gates or lights.
- Personal driver’s license details are uniquely answered by each driver.
Night Driving and Adverse Conditions
- Dim high beam headlights when approaching another vehicle at night for safety.
- Use low beam headlights when driving in fog to enhance visibility.
- Increase the space cushion around the vehicle when driving at night to maintain safety.
- Rain reduces traction and visibility, making driving hazardous.
- Hydroplaning can happen with just a thin layer of water on the road.
Physics and Reaction to Driving Hazards
- Inertia causes passengers to continue moving forward when a vehicle stops suddenly.
- Stopping distance is influenced by both speed and road conditions.
- Drivers tend to register only expected objects in their field of vision.
- In skid situations, focusing on distant objects can help regain control more quickly.
Pedestrian Safety and Assumptions
- Most pedestrian fatalities occur under normal weather conditions.
- Drivers and pedestrians can both reduce collision likelihood by being vigilant.
- A safe driving assumption is that other road users may not see you.
- Cycling accidents can occur in blind spots or curves, as noted in a specific incident.
- Maintaining a space cushion around the vehicle is crucial for safety.
Emergency Response and Traffic Statistics
- Staying calm and applying learned skills is vital during driving emergencies.
- If anti-lock brakes fail, applying consistent pressure on the brakes is recommended.
- Remove jumper cables in reverse order from application when jump-starting a battery.
- In imminent collision situations, sound the horn and look for an escape route.
- A significant percentage (80%) of U.S. traffic fatalities involve vehicles traveling under 40 mph.
- Airbags deploy quickly, inflating and deflating in about one-tenth of a second.
Health and Safety Initiatives
- The liver is responsible for alcohol removal from the body.
- Project YIELD at William Howard Taft High School promotes safe driving practices.
- Mixing alcohol with other drugs has specific negative results, but the details are incomplete.
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Test your knowledge on essential driving safety rules and conditions in this quiz. Questions cover topics such as merging, freeway exiting, and proper headlight usage. Assess your understanding and stay informed about road safety.
