Highway Transportation System Overview

Possibility of a conflict that leads to a collision.

<p>Making correct decisions and using all social, physical, and mental skills required for low-risk driving.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is a process of seeing, thinking, and responding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Helps drivers develop good seeing habits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A method for managing the space around your vehicle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A vehicle hitting another object, often a product of human error.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A program that requires a young driver to go through a series of licensing stages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sets rules to assure that driver and vehicle standards are met.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ensure that the laws are obeyed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The national guidelines which make up the vehicle code.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Whether they are guilty or innocent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Plan, build, and maintain the complex system of roadways.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Drivers interact with others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Property damage and bodily injury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A skillful driver.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mechanical error.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Several factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Learning to drive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A good driving attitude.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Passengers, other roadway users, and self.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To have less demands on other transportation systems and safely get from one place to another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unexpected driving situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pedestrians, drivers, and cyclists in the highway transportation system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Identification of traffic conflicts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Decide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Decide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Execute.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Identify.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Predict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Be alert for changes in the HTS, changing roadway, weather conditions, and not paying attention to driving.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By driving on New Jersey roads it's okay to be tested; refusal means guilty of DUI.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Filled out on driver's license to ensure your wishes are carried out in the worst-case scenario of dying in a crash.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The chance of being involved in a collision or conflict on the road.

A set of rules and laws regulating the Highway Transportation System (HTS).

A combination of mental and physical skills, including decisions, observations, and reactions, required for safe driving.

A process involving seeing, thinking, and responding to traffic situations.

A framework that improves visual scanning habits for better road awareness.

A technique for managing space around a vehicle.

A driver who anticipates potential dangers and reacts to minimize conflicts.

Statistics highlighting that most collisions are caused by human error, with mechanical failures accounting for a smaller percentage.

A program gradually granting driving privileges as a driver gains experience.

The state agency responsible for regulating driver and vehicle compliance.

Law enforcement officers who enforce driving laws and ensure safety on the road.

The various levels of government (federal, state, local) responsible for establishing driving laws and regulations.

The legal system that determines guilt or innocence for driving violations.

Professionals who design, build, and maintain roadways.

Criteria for obtaining a driver's license, including passing the permit test, reaching the minimum age, completing driving courses, and passing the road test.

Involves interacting with other road users, such as pedestrians and cyclists.

Laws holding drivers responsible for financial compensation for damages caused by collisions.

Driving habits that impact the environment, emphasizing the importance of fuel efficiency.

A course essential for learning safe driving techniques and road rules.

The major cause of traffic accidents, highlighting the need for careful driving.

Potential causes of crashes, including driver errors and mechanical malfunctions.

The outcome of a crash, influenced by driver behavior and road conditions.

The continuous process of improving driving knowledge and skills.

A positive mindset and attitude towards safe driving.

Drivers are responsible for themselves, passengers, other road users, and the consequences of their actions.

Statistics showing young drivers have a higher percentage of fatalities in traffic accidents.

Driving behaviors characterized by lack of awareness and poor decision-making.

A system designed for safe and efficient transportation, reducing reliance on other modes of travel.

A key element of defensive driving, preparing for unexpected road situations.

All individuals using the road system, including pedestrians, drivers, and cyclists.

The ability to make informed decisions based on potential conflicts and road conditions.

Adjusting the position of a vehicle based on traffic conditions.

Adjusting speed based on road conditions and traffic.

Taking actions to prevent collisions by anticipating and responding to potential hazards.

The ability to interpret and respond to traffic information, including signs, signals, and other vehicles.

The ability to predict potential conflicts on the road, allowing for proactive driving.

Taking steps to avoid accidents by being aware of environmental factors.

A law in New Jersey requiring drivers to submit to sobriety testing if pulled over. Refusal is deemed as a DUI.

The option to register as an organ donor on a driver's license, ensuring that your wishes are honored in case of a fatal accident.