Florida DMV Drugs and Alcohol Test Flashcards
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The Food and Drug Administration requires that all alcoholic beverages contain the same percentage of alcohol.

False

When is it okay to proceed after you have stopped for a school bus?

when the bus arm is withdrawn

Do not pass a ______ if its lights are flashing.

school bus

You are ____ times more likely to be ejected from a crashing vehicle if you're not wearing a seat belt.

<p>30</p> Signup and view all the answers

The number one cause of traffic collisions is?

<p>drunk driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

Typically, _________ has a higher alcohol content than wine.

<p>hard liquor</p> Signup and view all the answers

You can turn right at a red light if the intersection is clear and there are no signs prohibiting it.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a good technique for being passed?

<p>speeding up</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pedestrians don't have to obey signals at intersections.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tool does the state use to determine the presence of alcohol in an individual's body?

<p>a breathalyzer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do at a yellow traffic light?

<p>stop if it's safe to do so</p> Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol is often a factor in crimes because it decreases judgement.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

You will receive a 30-day suspension if you get 12 or more points in a period of ______ months.

<p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not one of the punishments for speeding?

<p>vehicle impoundment on the 2nd offense</p> Signup and view all the answers

You're approaching a flashing red light at an intersection. Cars on the cross street don't have a light. What should you do?

<p>stop completely at the flashing red lights and continue driving only when you can safely do so</p> Signup and view all the answers

Household medicines are not dangerous for drivers as long as the person doesn't take more than the recommended amount.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What alcohol content would a bottle of 80 proof vodka have?

<p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Exercise is a good strategy to cope with stress.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drunk driving costs the public in the form of?

<p>$132 billion each year</p> Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol weakens the ability of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that helps regulate your emotions.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do at a flashing red traffic signal?

<p>stop completely then proceed when it's safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

The human liver treats alcohol like a?

<p>poison</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid line dividing lanes mean?

<p>no passing allowed</p> Signup and view all the answers

When using jumper cables, never let the ___________ touch.

<p>jumper cables</p> Signup and view all the answers

Truckers must signal _______ feet before making a right turn.

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

Child safety seats should be secured in the vehicle's ________.

<p>back seat</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a person uses two drugs at once, he or she will experience ______ effects.

<p>synergistic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Thirty-one percent of all fatal traffic collisions in 2011 involved ____________.

<p>an impaired driver</p> Signup and view all the answers

Planning not to drink before a party and deciding what you're going to say helps you combat ________.

<p>peer pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do vehicle drivers tend to crash into motorcyclists?

<p>the driver of the vehicle does not see the motorcycle; it is smaller than the car, making it harder to see.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the state of Florida use a point system?

<p>to track drivers' traffic offenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

To cross a street, ___________ should always use the crosswalk.

<p>pedestrians</p> Signup and view all the answers

At a 4-way stop, drivers __________ should go first.

<p>who arrived first</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving, you should ____________.

<p>pay attention to the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

At an intersection with roads of differing numbers of lanes, yield the right of way to drivers on the road with ____________.

<p>more lanes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a bicycle mean?

<p>watch out for cyclists as they often use this road</p> Signup and view all the answers

On a road with this sign, can you stop on the shoulder to take a break?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Driving is a?

<p>privilege</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color is the liquid from a power steering fluid leak?

<p>red or pink</p> Signup and view all the answers

Your brain develops until your mid- to late twenties.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

When driving, keep dogs in?

<p>their carriers</p> Signup and view all the answers

You only make a left turn on red when?

<p>a one-way street meets a one-way street</p> Signup and view all the answers

A great technique for sharing the road with cyclists is to _______.

<p>make eye contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does animal crossing mean?

<p>beware! deer frequently cross this road</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the double curve sign mean?

<p>the road will turn right then left soon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the photo enforced sign mean?

<p>running a red light will be captured on camera</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the proof of an alcoholic beverage measure?

<p>the alcohol content</p> Signup and view all the answers

Remi is driving in the far right lane of a multi-lane road, but she needs to make a left turn that's coming up in 50 feet. What should she do?

<p>drive past the turn and keep going until she finds a safe place to turn around</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reason your license could be canceled?

<p>if it was issued in error, you got it by providing false information or you failed to complete required schooling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Alcohol and Driving

  • Alcohol content is measured through "proof"; 80 proof vodka contains 40% alcohol.
  • Hard liquor generally has a higher alcohol content than wine.
  • Alcohol is a major factor in impaired judgment, contributing heavily to crimes.
  • Drunk driving costs the public approximately $132 billion annually.
  • Alcohol affects serotonin, a neurotransmitter involved in emotion regulation.

Traffic Regulations and Safety

  • School buses with flashing lights indicate no passing; proceed only when the bus arm is withdrawn.
  • Stop completely at a flashing red light and only proceed when safe.
  • At a yellow traffic light, stop if it is safe to do so.
  • Drivers must yield to pedestrians using a crosswalk and who arrived first at a four-way stop.
  • Trucks must signal 100 feet before making a right turn.

Traffic Offenses and Penalties

  • Drunk driving is the leading cause of traffic collisions.
  • A driver faces a 30-day license suspension after accumulating 12 points in 12 months.
  • Speeding does not generally result in vehicle impoundment on the second offense.
  • Florida employs a point system to track traffic offenses.

Vehicle and Driver Safety

  • Not wearing a seat belt increases the likelihood of being ejected from a vehicle crash by 30 times.
  • Household medicines can be dangerous for drivers, even within recommended dosages.
  • Child safety seats should always be secured in the back seat of vehicles.
  • When using jumper cables, avoid letting the cables touch each other.

General Knowledge and Awareness

  • Drivers may not see motorcyclists easily due to their smaller size.
  • A solid line dividing lanes indicates no passing is allowed.
  • The road shoulder marked by certain signs is strictly for emergencies.
  • Drivers should keep dogs secured in carriers while traveling.
  • A yellow diamond-shaped sign with a bicycle indicates cyclists may be present on that road.

Emotional and Physical Well-Being

  • Exercise is an effective method to cope with stress.
  • Planning not to drink and preparing responses can help manage peer pressure.
  • Mental development continues into one's mid- to late twenties.

Other Important Points

  • A breathalyzer is used by authorities to measure blood alcohol content in individuals.
  • The liquid from a power steering fluid leak is typically red or pink.
  • It is permissible to turn right on red if the intersection is clear and no signs prohibit it.
  • Making eye contact is crucial when sharing the road with cyclists.
  • "Animal crossing" signs warn that deer may frequently cross the road.

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Test your knowledge on important rules and safety regulations related to drugs and alcohol for Florida's DMV. These flashcards cover key concepts, including alcohol content requirements and school bus safety rules. Perfect for anyone preparing for their driver's test in Florida.

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