Driving Safety: Vision, Hearing, and Fatigue
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What should you do if your vehicle has stalled on the tracks?

  • Push the vehicle forward to clear the tracks
  • Get out of the vehicle and leave it on the tracks
  • Speed up to clear the tracks quickly
  • Turn off the vehicle's engine and move away from the tracks (correct)
  • At controlled intersections, what type of devices are present?

  • Traffic signal lights (correct)
  • White rectangular signs
  • Railroad crossings signs
  • Warning signs
  • What should you do at an uncontrolled intersection?

  • Assume other vehicles will yield to you
  • Look left, right, and ahead before entering (correct)
  • Speed up without checking for other vehicles
  • Ignore pedestrians in this scenario
  • When is it appropriate to give up your right-of-way according to the text?

    <p>If it can help prevent collisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the right-of-way at an intersection based on the text?

    <p>The vehicle that arrives first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a diamond-shaped sign typically warn drivers about?

    <p>Potential road hazards and conditions ahead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you can see a collision or hazard ahead?

    <p>Turn on your emergency flashers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you use hand signals while driving?

    <p>When slowing down and stopping.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if your vehicle does not have emergency flashers?

    <p>Use your turn signals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you avoid when stopping due to vehicle trouble?

    <p>Stopping just over a hill or around a curve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do double solid yellow lines indicate?

    <p>Do not pass over them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you see a single solid yellow line on the road?

    <p>Do not pass a vehicle in front of you.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is required for safe driving according to the text?

    <p>Ability to hear horns, sirens, and screeching tires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended steering wheel method described in the text?

    <p>Hand-to-hand steering (push/pull) with hands at 9 and 3 or 8 and 4 o'clock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can affect a driver's ability to drive safely?

    <p>Fatigue and drowsiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of a driver regarding the effects of medications they take?

    <p>Drivers must know the effects of the medications they take on their ability to drive safely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a physician to report a patient to the DMV?

    <p>The physician must believe the patient has a medical condition that may affect their ability to drive safely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if the brake pedal sinks to the floor while driving?

    <p>Pump the brakes gently and downshift to a lower gear or neutral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you dry wet brakes while driving?

    <p>Lightly press the accelerator and brake pedals simultaneously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended speed reduction on a packed snow road compared to a dry road?

    <p>Reduce speed by half</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following road surfaces may be more slippery when wet?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when it starts to rain or snow on the road?

    <p>Slow down at the first sign of precipitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a heavy rainstorm or snowstorm, what is the maximum visible distance recommended?

    <p>100 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a protected class under California law?

    <p>Political affiliation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when approaching a solid red traffic signal light?

    <p>Stop completely behind the stop or limit line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can you legally turn right at a red light?

    <p>Only when there is no NO TURN ON RED sign posted and it is safe to turn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when approaching traffic signals or signs with pedestrians or bicyclists nearby?

    <p>Proceed cautiously and yield to them if necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you find contact information for California law enforcement agencies?

    <p>post.ca.gov/le-agencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What services are available at DMV kiosks?

    <p>Vehicle registration renewal, proof of insurance submission, and driver's record retrieval</p> Signup and view all the answers

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