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You should always check behind your vehicle before getting in, watching out for children, pets, and small objects before backing.
You should always check behind your vehicle before getting in, watching out for children, pets, and small objects before backing.
True
The SMOG technique (Signal, Mirror, Over-the-shoulder, Go) refers to your car's exhaust emissions.
The SMOG technique (Signal, Mirror, Over-the-shoulder, Go) refers to your car's exhaust emissions.
False
Driving too quickly over a dip is not only tough on your car's suspension; it can cause you to lose control of your car.
Driving too quickly over a dip is not only tough on your car's suspension; it can cause you to lose control of your car.
True
According to CVC 27465B, the minimum allowable tread depth of your tire is 1/2 of an inch.
According to CVC 27465B, the minimum allowable tread depth of your tire is 1/2 of an inch.
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If you start to hydroplane, what should you do?
If you start to hydroplane, what should you do?
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How many feet may you legally travel in a left turn center lane?
How many feet may you legally travel in a left turn center lane?
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A ____ occurs when the rear end of your vehicle begins to slide back and forth due to your back wheels losing traction with the ground.
A ____ occurs when the rear end of your vehicle begins to slide back and forth due to your back wheels losing traction with the ground.
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A good technique to use when passing is?
A good technique to use when passing is?
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Study Notes
Vehicle Safety and Awareness
- Always check behind your vehicle before entering to ensure safety, especially for children and pets.
SMOG Technique
- SMOG stands for Signal, Mirror, Over-the-shoulder, Go; it does not relate to vehicle emissions.
Vehicle Control
- Driving too fast over dips affects car suspension and increases the risk of losing control.
Tire Regulations
- CVC 27465B states that the minimum allowable tread depth for tires is not 1/2 inch; it is actually less than that.
Hydroplaning Response
- If experiencing hydroplaning, it is crucial to hold the steering wheel firmly and ease off the gas pedal for better control.
Left Turn Lane Usage
- Legally, a vehicle may travel 200 feet in a left turn center lane before completing the turn.
Fishtailing Skid Definition
- A fishtailing skid happens when the rear wheels lose traction, causing the rear end of the vehicle to slide back and forth.
Passing Technique
- When passing another vehicle, an effective strategy is to scan for hazards in the surrounding area before proceeding.
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Test your knowledge on essential driving safety techniques with this quiz. From checking your surroundings before getting in your vehicle to understanding the SMOG technique, this quiz aims to enhance your awareness on the road. Perfect for reinforcing safe driving habits taught in traffic school.
