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Distracted driving is dangerous.

True

There were more than ___ motorcyclists killed in motor vehicle crashes in Florida in 2016.

500

There were more than ___ people injured in alcohol-related crashes in Florida.

3000

Even after the body stops moving in a collision, the internal organs are still moving.

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

Safety belts help prevent serious injuries in a crash.

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

In a crash, rear seat passengers in a car ____.

<p>can fly forward with incredible force, injuring or killing passengers in the front seat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are considered pedestrians? (Select all that apply)

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

___ is not a way that you can communicate with another driver.

<p>mental telepathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle skids, take your foot off of the gas pedal, but do not hit the brakes unless you are about to hit something.

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

Alcohol affects ___ vision.

<p>all of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

There were more than ___ alcohol-related fatalities in motor vehicle crashes in the US in 2016.

<p>10000</p> Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol affects behavior.

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

You should check your tires periodically and rotate them regularly.

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

The position of your seat has nothing to do with the effectiveness of the headrest.

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

In fatal crashes, more than ___% of passenger car occupants who were totally ejected from the vehicle were killed.

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

Safe driving involves only mental exercise.

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

When ___. the speed shall be decreased as may be necessary to avoid colliding with any person, vehicle or other conveyance on or entering the street in compliance with legal requirements and the duty of all persons to use due care.

<p>all of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sleepiness causes ___ problems with attention and information processing.

<p>problems with attention and information processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Safe driving involves only.

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

What is the meaning for red traffic signs?

<p>Regulatory signs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Included in the Move Over Act?

<p>Law enforcement, fire, tow trucks, sanitation, and utility vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Distracted Driving and Safety

  • Distracted driving poses significant risks and it's vital to remain focused while driving.
  • Safety belts are crucial for preventing severe injuries during a crash and should always be used.
  • In Florida, over 500 motorcyclists lost their lives in vehicle crashes in 2016.
  • Alcohol-related accidents led to more than 3,000 injuries in the same state.
  • Nationally, the U.S. recorded over 10,000 alcohol-related fatalities in motor vehicle crashes in 2016.

Vehicle Collision Dynamics

  • After a collision, even if the vehicle stops, internal organs continue moving which can lead to serious injuries.
  • Passengers not wearing seat belts can be thrown forward with immense force, causing injuries to those in the front seats.

Driver Communication and Behavior

  • Mental telepathy does not qualify as a valid method of communication with another driver.
  • It's critical to take your foot off the gas when skidding; hitting the brakes may be dangerous unless necessary to avoid a collision.

Effects of Alcohol

  • Alcohol negatively influences vision and behavior, impairing driving capabilities considerably.
  • More than 80% of passengers who were fully ejected from vehicles in fatal crashes sustained fatal injuries.

Vehicle Maintenance and Driving Conditions

  • Regularly checking and rotating tires can greatly enhance vehicle safety.
  • Safe driving encompasses physical and mental preparedness, rather than just mental awareness.

Regulatory and Emergency Vehicles

  • Regulatory signs, particularly red traffic signs, convey crucial information regarding traffic laws.
  • The Move Over Act includes law enforcement, fire, tow trucks, sanitation, and utility vehicles, emphasizing the need to yield to these services.

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Test your knowledge on traffic safety with this quiz focused on the risks of distracted driving and statistics related to motor vehicle crashes in Florida. It covers key facts and figures that are essential for understanding traffic safety measures. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their awareness of road safety.

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