Closing Probability Quiz and Flashcards for Driving

Questions and Answers

What is a 'closing probability' when driving?

The chance that the oncoming vehicle on a two-lane roadway will veer into your lane.

The chance that another vehicle will be in the same place you plan to be at the same time.

The chance that you will have a crash.

The chance that a vehicle and another object will move closer together as they move along projected paths of travel. (correct)

Adjusting your speed to address one hazard at a time is called what?

Separating (correct)

Compromising

Clear path of travel

Deconflicting

When you are driving, it is most difficult to control the space to your?

Right side

Rear (correct)

Left side

Front

In traffic, the best way to provide an emergency escape path is to maintain adequate space to the?

Front and at least one side of your vehicle Signup and view all the answers

When faced with dangers on both sides of your pathway, you should give up more space to the side with?

The more serious consequences Signup and view all the answers

Explain the risk-reduction concept of separating multiple risks and give an example.

When separating, timing is important. Example: narrow bridge. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the risk-reduction concept of compromising among multiple risks and give an example.

Sometimes two or more objects threaten your travel path at the same time. Compromise and wait for the car with greater risk to pass. Signup and view all the answers

Define 'reasonable and prudent speed.'

Provides a driver with a safe path to travel. Signup and view all the answers

Identify five common traffic-conflict situations.

<ol> <li>Oncoming vehicles 2. Merging and exiting vehicles 3. Cars ahead of you 4. Vehicles behind you 5. Intersecting vehicles and pedestrians</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the steps involved in putting the 3- to 4-second following distance rule into practice.

Identify a stationary checkpoint ahead, e.g., a road sign or light post. As soon as the rear of the vehicle ahead passes the checkpoint, count three seconds. When the front of your vehicle reaches the checkpoint, stop counting. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Closing Probability

Defined as the likelihood that a vehicle and another object will get closer together along projected travel paths.

Adjusting Speed and Separating Risks

Adjusting speed to address individual hazards is known as separating.

Control of Space While Driving

The most challenging space to control while driving is the rear.

Emergency Escape Path in Traffic

To provide an emergency escape path, maintain adequate space in front and at least one side of the vehicle.

Space Management with Dangers

When dangers are close, give more space to the side with potentially more serious consequences.

Risk-Reduction Concepts

Separating Risks: Timing is crucial; an example is approaching a narrow bridge.
Compromising Risks: In scenarios where multiple objects threaten the travel path, wait for the car with the greater risk to pass.

Reasonable and Prudent Speed

Refers to maintaining a speed that ensures a safe path for travel.

Common Traffic-Conflict Situations

Oncoming vehicles
Merging and exiting vehicles
Vehicles ahead of you
Vehicles behind you
Intersecting vehicles and pedestrians

Following Distance Rule

Implement a 3- to 4-second following distance by selecting a stationary point, counting seconds until the rear of the vehicle in front passes that point, then stopping the count when your vehicle reaches it.

Description

Prepare for your driving test with this comprehensive study set. Explore key concepts such as closing probability and the importance of vehicle positioning. Test your knowledge and enhance your skills to ensure safe driving practices.