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What does HTS stand for?
What is risk in the context of driving?
The possibility of a conflict that leads to a collision.
What is the vehicle code?
Used by federal, state, and local governments to regulate the HTS.
What do driving tasks include?
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What is the IPDE process?
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What does the Smith System help drivers develop?
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What is the zone control system?
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What defines a defensive driver?
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What is a collision the product of?
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What does GDL stand for?
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What is a primary roadway?
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What is a secondary roadway?
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What does the term highway include?
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What is an interstate?
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What is a turnpike?
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What is a parkway?
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What does the DMV do?
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What is the role of police in driving?
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What do governments enforce regarding driving?
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Study Notes
Highway Transportation System (HTS)
- Composed of three essential elements: people, vehicles, and roadways.
Risk
- Refers to the chance of an incident leading to a collision while driving.
Vehicle Code
- Regulates the HTS at federal, state, and local levels by establishing rules and standards.
Driving Tasks
- Encompasses the social, physical, and mental skills necessary for maintaining low-risk driving.
IPDE Process
- A systematic approach to driving: Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute.
Smith System
- A framework designed to help drivers cultivate effective visual habits for better awareness.
Zone Control System
- A strategy for managing the space surrounding a vehicle, ensuring safety and awareness.
Defensive Driver
- A driving style focused on minimizing conflicts and enhancing safety on the road.
Collision
- Typically results from human error, highlighting the importance of cautious driving behavior.
Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL)
- A structured licensing program for young drivers requiring progression through multiple stages.
Roadway Categories
- Primary Roadway: Main roads frequently used by traffic.
- Secondary Roadway: Less traveled roads, often residential or side streets.
Types of Highways
- Interstate: Roads connecting multiple states and designed for long-distance travel.
- Turnpike: High-speed roads that accommodate trucks and often have tolls.
- Parkway: Roads where truck traffic is prohibited, often designed for leisure driving.
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
- Responsible for enforcing rules to ensure driver and vehicle compliance with established standards.
Law Enforcement
- Police forces apply traffic laws to enhance public safety and ensure compliance among drivers.
Government Regulation
- Various levels of government uphold national standards, forming the basis of the vehicle code.
Highway Traffic Engineers
- Specialists involved in planning, constructing, and maintaining the intricate network of roadways.
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Test your knowledge on the essential elements of the Highway Transportation System (HTS), including driving tasks, risk factors, and safety strategies. This quiz covers concepts such as the IPDE process, Smith System, and defensive driving principles.
