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Which of the following are the three basic parts of the Highway Transportation System (HTS)?
Which of the following are the three basic parts of the Highway Transportation System (HTS)?
- the driver's physical fitness, mental fitness, and attitude
- the vehicle, the environment, and the driver (correct)
- pedestrians, drivers, and vehicles
- skills, knowledge, and habits
The central characteristic of the Arch of Driver Safety is the driver's:
The central characteristic of the Arch of Driver Safety is the driver's:
- knowledge
- attitude (correct)
- driving skills
- mental and physical fitness
Can driving be considered a social activity?
Can driving be considered a social activity?
True (A)
Which of the following statements is true?
Which of the following statements is true?
Surface and condition of the road, weather, and the number of pedestrians are all components of which part of the HTS?
Surface and condition of the road, weather, and the number of pedestrians are all components of which part of the HTS?
Most social activities operate according to:
Most social activities operate according to:
Being capable of adjusting a vehicle's seats and mirrors and having the appropriate corrections to address any medical conditions that might impair driving are important to a driver's:
Being capable of adjusting a vehicle's seats and mirrors and having the appropriate corrections to address any medical conditions that might impair driving are important to a driver's:
Which of the following statements is true?
Which of the following statements is true?
Wearing a safety belt and maintaining safe following distances are examples of:
Wearing a safety belt and maintaining safe following distances are examples of:
_______________ require(s) not allowing feelings of anger and frustration to impair your driving.
_______________ require(s) not allowing feelings of anger and frustration to impair your driving.
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Study Notes
Highway Transportation System (HTS) Components
- The HTS consists of three basic parts: the vehicle, the environment, and the driver.
- Other elements affecting drivers include physical fitness, mental fitness, skills, knowledge, and attitudes.
Arch of Driver Safety
- The driver's attitude is a central characteristic of the Arch of Driver Safety, influencing overall safety and behavior.
Driving as a Social Activity
- Driving is a social activity as it involves interactions between two or more people according to defined rules.
Driver's Role in Crashes
- Among the HTS components, the driver is most likely to cause a crash, highlighting the importance of driver behavior.
Environmental Factors
- Road surface, weather conditions, and pedestrian presence make up the environmental component of the HTS, which impacts driving safety.
Rules Governing Social Activities
- Social activities are governed by rules intended to protect participants, distinguishing them from enforced laws.
Driver's Physical Fitness
- Physical fitness for driving includes adjusting vehicle seats and mirrors and addressing any medical conditions that could impair driving ability.
Driver Predictability
- Drivers are recognized as the least predictable component of the HTS, but they can adapt to the actions of other components effectively.
Good Driving Habits
- Practices like wearing seat belts and maintaining safe following distances exemplify good driving habits crucial for safety.
Emotional Fitness
- Emotional fitness involves managing feelings of anger and frustration to ensure they do not interfere with driving performance.
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