Driving Safety Flashcards Chapter 11 & 12

Questions and Answers

Road grime can reduce headlight illumination up to 50 percent.

True

Driving with your low beams on during the daylight hours makes your vehicle visible about 220 sooner than when you drive without them.

True

The amount of distance you need to stop the car increases with speed.

True

Braking distance is the distance it takes from the moment you see a problem until your vehicle is stopped.

False Signup and view all the answers

Total stopping distance is the distance it takes from the moment you see a problem until your vehicle is stopped.

False Signup and view all the answers

You should identify objects that could increase the level of risk 12 to 15 seconds ahead of you.

True Signup and view all the answers

Between 20 and 30 seconds ahead equals about a half mile at 50 mph.

True Signup and view all the answers

If you double your speed, your stopping distance increases.

True Signup and view all the answers

To get rid of a tailgater, slow down quickly to let the vehicle pass.

False Signup and view all the answers

You should keep a minimum of 3 seconds of following distance, and 4 to 5 seconds at speeds of 40 mph or more.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the guidelines for managing visibility on urban streets?

Search 1-2 blocks ahead, use low beams, check mirrors, signal early, stay alert for pedestrians and warning signs. Signup and view all the answers

What are the guidelines for managing time on urban streets?

Drive at moderate speed, be ready to stop or steer, keep foot over brake, use low beams, signal intentions, allow extra time. Signup and view all the answers

What are the guidelines for managing space on urban streets?

Do not follow too closely, maintain 2 seconds distance, stop 20-30 ft behind, watch for pedestrians and parking vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

What special factors affect city driving?

Pedestrians, slow traffic, more intersections, lower speed limits, potholes, and road defects. Signup and view all the answers

Traffic is generally heavier or lighter on country roads?

Lighter Signup and view all the answers

Country roads generally have higher or lower speed limits than city roads?

Higher Signup and view all the answers

Country roads have more or fewer traffic lights than city streets?

Fewer Signup and view all the answers

The greater risk of colliding with another vehicle is in the country or city?

City Signup and view all the answers

There is a greater risk of your car colliding with a fixed object in the country or in the city?

Country Signup and view all the answers

If you are coming close to a rider on horseback, you should or should not use your horn to warn the rider?

Should not Signup and view all the answers

Trees and shrubs growing near the roadway can limit visibility.

True Signup and view all the answers

All country roads have shoulders.

False Signup and view all the answers

In the country, you should not drive with your headlights on during the day.

False Signup and view all the answers

When approaching an animal near the road, you should drive slowly.

True Signup and view all the answers

Never pass on an uphill grade when you don't have a clear path ahead.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is a limited access, or controlled-access, highway?

A highway that allows vehicles to enter or exit only at specific places. Signup and view all the answers

What is an expressway?

A divided highway with limited access that has more than one lane moving in the same direction. Signup and view all the answers

What is a turnpike?

A road or highway that requires drivers to pay a toll. Signup and view all the answers

What is a beltway?

A highway that goes around an urban area. Signup and view all the answers

What is a parkway?

A wide, landscaped highway that may be limited to non-commercial vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

What is a deceleration lane?

A lane that allows vehicles to reduce speed to exit. Signup and view all the answers

What is an acceleration lane?

A lane that lets vehicles increase speed to merge with traffic. Signup and view all the answers

What is an interchange?

A place where vehicles can enter or leave the expressway or connect with a highway going in another direction. Signup and view all the answers

As visibility decreases, your risk of being in an accident decreases.

False Signup and view all the answers

Headlights from an oncoming vehicle can have a blinding effect.

True Signup and view all the answers

When driving during dusk and dawn hours, you should use your parking lights.

False Signup and view all the answers

At night, you should decrease the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.

False Signup and view all the answers

You can use your high beams on dark roads when there are no other vehicles around.

True Signup and view all the answers

When an oncoming vehicle's headlights are bright, you should look directly at the headlights.

False Signup and view all the answers

At night, you should not overdrive your headlights.

True Signup and view all the answers

At dusk, you should keep your low beam headlights on.

True Signup and view all the answers

Overdriving your headlights means driving at a speed that will not allow you to stop within their range.

True Signup and view all the answers

At night, you should get into the habit of looking for objects beyond your headlights beams.

True Signup and view all the answers

The sun's glare is most dangerous to drivers at noon.

False Signup and view all the answers

A badly scratched windshield should be replaced.

True Signup and view all the answers

Sunglasses are not effective against the glare of late afternoon sun.

False Signup and view all the answers

During periods of extreme glare, you should decrease your following distance.

False Signup and view all the answers

Driving with your low-beam headlights on does not help when glare is strong.

False Signup and view all the answers

What advance preparation can you make before driving when you know that you may be driving in glaring sun?

Make sure your windshield is clean and undamaged, and have sunglasses on hand. Signup and view all the answers

When driving in snow, you should follow the tire tracks of the vehicle ahead of you because the tracks are drier and give better traction.

True Signup and view all the answers

Driving with snow tires increases fuel economy.

False Signup and view all the answers

To prevent skids, you should change speeds as rapidly as possible.

False Signup and view all the answers

Roads are not very slick during the first 15 minutes of rainfall.

False Signup and view all the answers

Hydroplaning happens when your vehicle rides on a thin film of water.

True Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle became stuck in the snow, what would be the first thing you do to set it free?

Keep front of wheels pointing straight ahead, shift back and forth between drive and reverse. Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle became stuck in the snow, what would be the second thing you do to set it free?

Accelerate forward slowly and steadily, and press firmly on the brake while shifting to reverse if stuck. Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle became stuck in the snow, what would be the third thing you do to set it free?

Release brake then accelerate with gentle pressure as far back as possible until the wheels start to spin. Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle became stuck in the snow, what would be the fourth thing you do to set it free?

Stop on brake again and hold it while shifting to drive, repeat as necessary, avoiding wheel spin. Signup and view all the answers

What precautions should you take when driving in fog?

Use windshield wipers and defoggers, keep low beam headlights on, reduce speed, and increase following distance. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when fog becomes very dense?

Signal, pull off road, wait for conditions to improve, turning off all lights. Signup and view all the answers

What are the dangers of driving in high wind?

A small car can sway into different directions. Signup and view all the answers

What can you do to drive more safely in very windy situations?

Reduce speed, grip the steering wheel, leave extra space from others, and allow distance from larger vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Headlight and Visibility Facts

Road grime can cut headlight brightness by 50%.
Low beams improve vehicle visibility by 220 feet during daylight.
Recognizing potential hazards should begin 12-15 seconds ahead.
At 50 mph, anticipatory distance translates to approximately half a mile (20-30 seconds).

Stopping Distance

Stopping distance increases with speed; more distance required at higher speeds.
Braking distance refers to travel from brake application to stop, not the entire stopping process.
Total stopping distance includes perception and reaction time before brake application.

Urban Street Guidelines

For visibility: Scan 1-2 blocks ahead, signal intents, and lookout for pedestrians and flashing signals.
Time management involves driving moderately, maintaining readiness to stop, and adjusting for peak traffic times.
Space management requires at least 2 seconds between vehicles, maintaining distance from parked cars, and avoiding blind spots.

City vs. Country Driving

City driving entails more pedestrian interactions, lower speed limits, and numerous intersections compared to country roads.
Country roads have lighter traffic, higher speed limits, fewer traffic signals, but a greater risk of colliding with fixed objects.

Handling Unique Situations

Do not use the horn near horseback riders, as it may startle them.
Visibility can be limited by roadside trees and shrubs.
Drive with low beams during the day in the country and always approach animals slowly.

Highway Types

Limited-access highways allow entry/exit at specific points.
Expressways feature multiple lanes for traveling in the same direction.
Toll roads are designated as turnpikes; beltways encircle urban areas.
Deceleration lanes help slow down for exits, while acceleration lanes allow merging into traffic.

Night Driving Precautions

When visibility decreases, accident risk increases, not decreases.
Avoid looking directly at oncoming headlights to prevent temporary blindness.
Maintain a safe distance and avoid overdriving headlights—this means not exceeding speed so that stopping is possible within the lighted area.

Weather Conditions

Adjust driving tactics during rough weather: use low beams in fog, avoid sudden speed changes on slick roads.
Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle rides on water, which reduces traction significantly.
Ensure tires track drier paths during snowy conditions for better grip.

Driving During Glare

Morning and late afternoon brightness is more hazardous compared to noon for driving safety.
Keep windshield clean and use sunglasses to mitigate glare.
Maintain increased following distance during bright conditions.

Safety During Windy Conditions

Small cars can be affected by high winds, possibly swaying them off course.
Tactical measures include slowing down, firmly holding the steering wheel, and ensuring ample space from larger vehicles.

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Driving Safety Flashcards Chapter 11 & 12

Questions and Answers

Road grime can reduce headlight illumination up to 50 percent.

Driving with your low beams on during the daylight hours makes your vehicle visible about 220 sooner than when you drive without them.

The amount of distance you need to stop the car increases with speed.

Braking distance is the distance it takes from the moment you see a problem until your vehicle is stopped.

Total stopping distance is the distance it takes from the moment you see a problem until your vehicle is stopped.

You should identify objects that could increase the level of risk 12 to 15 seconds ahead of you.

Between 20 and 30 seconds ahead equals about a half mile at 50 mph.

If you double your speed, your stopping distance increases.

To get rid of a tailgater, slow down quickly to let the vehicle pass.

You should keep a minimum of 3 seconds of following distance, and 4 to 5 seconds at speeds of 40 mph or more.

What are the guidelines for managing visibility on urban streets?

What are the guidelines for managing time on urban streets?

What are the guidelines for managing space on urban streets?

What special factors affect city driving?

Traffic is generally heavier or lighter on country roads?

Country roads generally have higher or lower speed limits than city roads?

Country roads have more or fewer traffic lights than city streets?

The greater risk of colliding with another vehicle is in the country or city?

There is a greater risk of your car colliding with a fixed object in the country or in the city?

If you are coming close to a rider on horseback, you should or should not use your horn to warn the rider?

Trees and shrubs growing near the roadway can limit visibility.

All country roads have shoulders.

In the country, you should not drive with your headlights on during the day.

When approaching an animal near the road, you should drive slowly.

Never pass on an uphill grade when you don't have a clear path ahead.

What is a limited access, or controlled-access, highway?

What is an expressway?

What is a turnpike?

What is a beltway?

What is a parkway?

What is a deceleration lane?

What is an acceleration lane?

What is an interchange?

As visibility decreases, your risk of being in an accident decreases.

Headlights from an oncoming vehicle can have a blinding effect.

When driving during dusk and dawn hours, you should use your parking lights.

At night, you should decrease the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.

You can use your high beams on dark roads when there are no other vehicles around.

When an oncoming vehicle's headlights are bright, you should look directly at the headlights.

At night, you should not overdrive your headlights.

At dusk, you should keep your low beam headlights on.

Overdriving your headlights means driving at a speed that will not allow you to stop within their range.

At night, you should get into the habit of looking for objects beyond your headlights beams.

The sun's glare is most dangerous to drivers at noon.

A badly scratched windshield should be replaced.

Sunglasses are not effective against the glare of late afternoon sun.

During periods of extreme glare, you should decrease your following distance.

Driving with your low-beam headlights on does not help when glare is strong.

What advance preparation can you make before driving when you know that you may be driving in glaring sun?

When driving in snow, you should follow the tire tracks of the vehicle ahead of you because the tracks are drier and give better traction.

Driving with snow tires increases fuel economy.

To prevent skids, you should change speeds as rapidly as possible.

Roads are not very slick during the first 15 minutes of rainfall.

Hydroplaning happens when your vehicle rides on a thin film of water.

If your vehicle became stuck in the snow, what would be the first thing you do to set it free?

If your vehicle became stuck in the snow, what would be the second thing you do to set it free?

If your vehicle became stuck in the snow, what would be the third thing you do to set it free?

If your vehicle became stuck in the snow, what would be the fourth thing you do to set it free?

What precautions should you take when driving in fog?

What should you do when fog becomes very dense?

What are the dangers of driving in high wind?

What can you do to drive more safely in very windy situations?

Study Notes

Headlight and Visibility Facts

Stopping Distance

Urban Street Guidelines

City vs. Country Driving

Handling Unique Situations

Highway Types

Night Driving Precautions

Weather Conditions

Driving During Glare

Safety During Windy Conditions

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