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What do driving decisions depend on?
What do driving decisions depend on?
Learned information, realistic perceptions, and sound judgments.
If you see farm equipment ahead traveling the same road as you, what should you do?
If you see farm equipment ahead traveling the same road as you, what should you do?
Pass them on the right and exercise patience.
Cruise control should not be used in what conditions?
Cruise control should not be used in what conditions?
Rain.
Young children can sustain serious injuries from ___ which deploy even in a low-speed crash.
Young children can sustain serious injuries from ___ which deploy even in a low-speed crash.
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Highway hypnosis is related to what driving condition?
Highway hypnosis is related to what driving condition?
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What emotional challenge might you experience if you feel your anger rising in a traffic jam?
What emotional challenge might you experience if you feel your anger rising in a traffic jam?
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What is one major advantage of push/pull steering from the low-hand position?
What is one major advantage of push/pull steering from the low-hand position?
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What is the primary cause of most skids?
What is the primary cause of most skids?
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While you are passing on a two-lane road, what should you identify?
While you are passing on a two-lane road, what should you identify?
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If you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights ahead, what should you not do?
If you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights ahead, what should you not do?
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What should you do if involved in a collision and the vehicles are still operational?
What should you do if involved in a collision and the vehicles are still operational?
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What kind of driving record do the majority of drivers involved in collisions have?
What kind of driving record do the majority of drivers involved in collisions have?
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Fatality related to motor vehicle traffic is the number one cause of accidental death and motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of death for people ages ___ to ___.
Fatality related to motor vehicle traffic is the number one cause of accidental death and motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of death for people ages ___ to ___.
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If intervention is not working, what should you do instead of driving with the impaired driver?
If intervention is not working, what should you do instead of driving with the impaired driver?
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Using an octane rated higher than your vehicle's rating does what?
Using an octane rated higher than your vehicle's rating does what?
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What could you experience if you take sedatives?
What could you experience if you take sedatives?
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Over ___ people were killed in 2005 in alcohol-related crashes.
Over ___ people were killed in 2005 in alcohol-related crashes.
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to hydroplane?
What should you do if your vehicle begins to hydroplane?
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In general, for males, it takes the liver up to ___ to process approximately one drink.
In general, for males, it takes the liver up to ___ to process approximately one drink.
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If you park off the shoulder after a breakdown, what should you be mindful of?
If you park off the shoulder after a breakdown, what should you be mindful of?
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Aggressive driving can be defined as operating a vehicle in a manner that is likely to what?
Aggressive driving can be defined as operating a vehicle in a manner that is likely to what?
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When your rearview mirror is set to its night setting, what may it hamper?
When your rearview mirror is set to its night setting, what may it hamper?
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Traffic engineers and lawmakers have designed our roads, laws, and traffic controls to help drivers do what?
Traffic engineers and lawmakers have designed our roads, laws, and traffic controls to help drivers do what?
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Alcohol begins to affect you ___ after it enters your body.
Alcohol begins to affect you ___ after it enters your body.
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After you start your vehicle, ensure that the ___ are off.
After you start your vehicle, ensure that the ___ are off.
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If an approaching driver refuses to switch his high beams too low, what should you do?
If an approaching driver refuses to switch his high beams too low, what should you do?
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Traction control systems do what for the driver?
Traction control systems do what for the driver?
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Looking at the ground beside a moving vehicle helps you judge its what?
Looking at the ground beside a moving vehicle helps you judge its what?
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In the U.S., each year approximately ___ people are injured and around 40,000 people are killed in traffic collisions.
In the U.S., each year approximately ___ people are injured and around 40,000 people are killed in traffic collisions.
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Never ___ on or near a railroad track.
Never ___ on or near a railroad track.
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Text can be used with a diamond symbol to delineate what?
Text can be used with a diamond symbol to delineate what?
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When approaching a railroad crossing, what must you look?
When approaching a railroad crossing, what must you look?
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Why is alcohol quick to find its way to the brain?
Why is alcohol quick to find its way to the brain?
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One of the most important things you can do while driving is concentrate on the what of your passengers?
One of the most important things you can do while driving is concentrate on the what of your passengers?
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What should you avoid if you see raindrops splashing on the surface of the road?
What should you avoid if you see raindrops splashing on the surface of the road?
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Among those killed in crashes, which group has the highest death rates per miles driven?
Among those killed in crashes, which group has the highest death rates per miles driven?
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____ is one of the top 3 factors associated with fatal crashes.
____ is one of the top 3 factors associated with fatal crashes.
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New pedestrian and school zone signs exist on the roadway. They are what?
New pedestrian and school zone signs exist on the roadway. They are what?
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When you are tired, your what shrinks?
When you are tired, your what shrinks?
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On a three or five lane roadway, when you have a broken yellow line on your side of the road, what should you do?
On a three or five lane roadway, when you have a broken yellow line on your side of the road, what should you do?
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If you are a passenger and have your seat reclined with your safety belt on, in the event of a crash, what could happen to your body?
If you are a passenger and have your seat reclined with your safety belt on, in the event of a crash, what could happen to your body?
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Risk while driving is defined as the probability of ___ damage or loss.
Risk while driving is defined as the probability of ___ damage or loss.
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When being passed by a motorcycle, what should you do?
When being passed by a motorcycle, what should you do?
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If you pack your vehicle full, what should you reference?
If you pack your vehicle full, what should you reference?
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When you enter traffic from a stopped position, you should yield the right of way to whom?
When you enter traffic from a stopped position, you should yield the right of way to whom?
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When going through a curve, you should stay where?
When going through a curve, you should stay where?
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Slick or wet, low traction surface conditions make it hard to control the speed and what of your vehicle?
Slick or wet, low traction surface conditions make it hard to control the speed and what of your vehicle?
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Electronic highway message boards communicate what?
Electronic highway message boards communicate what?
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There are usually ___ collisions in a motor vehicle crash.
There are usually ___ collisions in a motor vehicle crash.
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Turn on your signal well in advance of your maneuver to turn or change lanes to what?
Turn on your signal well in advance of your maneuver to turn or change lanes to what?
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Study Notes
Driving Decisions and Safety
- Driving decisions depend on learned information, realistic perceptions, and sound judgments.
- Farm equipment should be passed on the right while exercising patience.
- Cruise control is not suitable for use in rainy conditions.
- Airbags can cause serious injuries to young children, even in low-speed crashes.
- Highway hypnosis is connected to drowsy driving, posing serious risks.
Emotional and Physical Control
- Experiencing anger in a traffic jam reflects an emotional challenge known as restriction.
- Push/pull steering from the low-hand position improves vehicle control by keeping arms close to the body.
- Most vehicle skids are attributed to driver error.
Emergency and Traffic Situations
- When passing on a two-lane road, ensure a safe space is identified for returning to your lane.
- Maintain a safe distance from emergency vehicles with flashing lights.
- Move vehicles out of traffic after a collision if they are operational to prevent further incidents.
Driver Behavior and Statistics
- Many drivers involved in collisions typically have good driving records.
- Motor vehicle traffic fatalities are the leading cause of accidental death, especially for individuals aged 3 to 33.
- A significant number of people were killed in alcohol-related crashes, with statistics showing over 16,000 fatalities in 2005.
Impairment and Risk Management
- The liver takes approximately one hour to process one standard drink for males.
- Taking sedatives can result in impaired reflexes and delayed reaction times.
- If a vehicle begins to hydroplane, speed reduction is necessary to regain control.
General Safe Driving Practices
- Never stop on or near railroad tracks to avoid accidents.
- Precious safety messages are communicated through electronic highway message boards.
- Always yield the right of way to all when entering traffic from a stopped position.
Vehicle Operations and Maintenance
- Check that warning lights are off after starting your vehicle.
- Reference the owner’s manual for maximum load weight if your vehicle is packed full.
- Peripherals shrink when tired, reducing effective vision while driving.
Pedestrian Awareness
- New pedestrian and school zone signs are fluorescent yellow-green diamond shapes, enhancing visibility.
- It is crucial to stay in your lane while being passed by a motorcycle.
Traffic Laws and Signs
- Traffics are designed to help anticipate and predict actions of other road users.
- Use a signal well in advance of turning or changing lanes for safety.
Additional Considerations
- A breakdown requires cautious parking, especially in tall grass areas to avoid fire hazards.
- Aggressive driving endangers other road users, a risk factor in many accidents.
- New drivers, including teenagers, face higher fatality rates per miles driven compared to other age groups.
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