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When driving on a multilane street with two way traffic: - ANSWER You should drive ahead or behind the other vehicles A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means - ANSWER Slow down and be alert at the upcoming intersection What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle - ANSWER If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react If you are riding in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and also a separate shoulder belt, you are - ANSWER Require to use both the lap and shoulder belt U-turns in residential districts are legal: - ANSWER When there are no vehicles approaching nearby. Dim your headlights for oncoming vehicles or when you are within 300 feet of a vehicle: - ANSWER You are approaching from behind If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must: - ANSWER Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead Collisions can happen more often when: - ANSWER One vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic. When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street. - ANSWER Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb. You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle: - ANSWER Under no circumstances When driving in fog, you should use your: - ANSWER Low beams lights It is illegal to park your vehicle: - ANSWER In an unmarked crosswalk It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway reducing your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your: - ANSWER Headlights At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: - ANSWER Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when: - ANSWER You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks. You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive: - ANSWER Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle. A police officer is signaling you to continue driving through a red light, What should you do? - ANSWER Do as the officer tells you When changing lanes on a freeway, you should: - ANSWER Signal for at least five seconds You want to turn left in an upcoming corner. Give the right of way to: - ANSWER All approaching vehicles You are approaching an intersection at the posted speed limit when signal turns yellow. You should - ANSWER Slow down and proceed through the intersection without caution There is a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder of the road with its hazard lights on. You should: - ANSWER Slow down and pass very carefully On a two-way street after coming to a full stop at a red traffic light you may - Ans - Turn right if traffic is clear unless posted otherwise 2. What is one of the top 5 causes of accidents in the U.S. ? - ANSWER Failure to yield the right-of-way to other drivers. The golden rule of driving is - ANSWER to treat other drivers the way you want to be treated. A vehicle is capable of causing extensive property damage, injury, and death. You should operate your vehicle with extreme caution, because it is like handling __________. - ANSWER B. a loaded gun Driving in California is ________? - ANSWER A. A privilege granted by the state. A stop sign means that you ____________________________. - ANSWER C. always stop fully behind the limit line, crosswalk, or at the corner. Parking and driving safely are two different functions. - ANSWER B. False Yield means ______. - ANSWER B. to let other drivers, pedestrians, and bicycles have the right-of-way before you proceed. The main purpose of driver education is to help you learn the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for greater safety both as an operator of an automobile and as a pedestrian. - ANSWER A. True Your emotional state influences your ability to concentrate, stay alert, be courteous, think clearly and rapidly, contain anger and aggressiveness, and control tendencies to "show off." - ANSWER True Drivers under 18 are ______ times more likely to have a fatal accident than the average driver. - ANSWER 2.5 If you are under severe tension, emotionally distressed (e.g., depressed, angry or upset), or otherwise preoccupied with your emotions, thoughts or personal problems, it is advised that you _______________________. - ANSWER not drive The five abilities required for being a safe driver are: - ANSWER search, identify, predict, decide, and execute. You can avoid situations leading to road rage by: - ANSWER not cutting off other drivers. not driving slowly in the left (fast) lane. not tailgating. When traveling at 55mph, how many feet do you need to stop? - ANSWER 500 ft. There are a number of traits which are dangerous while driving, and they include: - ANSWER aggressiveness, egotism, emotional instability, inattentiveness, exhibition, and irresponsibility. ____________ are the leading cause for death among teenagers and teenagers have __________the rate of these than adults. - ANSWER Traffic accidents,2 times. What should you do if you find yourself in a situation with an aggressive driver? - ANSWER Avoid making eye contact. Which is not a result of poor peripheral vision ? - ANSWER Driving further from parked cars. In order to keep a vehicle in a turn without allowing centrifugal force to pull the car out, what should you not do? - ANSWER Accelerate while turning. What is the best protection against injury if you have an accident? - ANSWER Your seatbelt If you are parking facing downhill, you should always turn your front wheels _______the curb or side of the road. - ANSWER Towards Gravity __________ your kinetic energy when you are driving uphill and __________it when you are driving downhill. - ANSWER decreases, increases What is the purpose of barrels filled with sand in front of an abutment (such as a support for a highway over pass)? - ANSWER To reduce the force of impact on your vehicle by allowing your vehicle to travel farther than if it hit the abutment directly. When should you always engage your parking brake? - ANSWER When parking on an incline. The force of a moving object is called momentum. The momentum of an object is proportional to its weight and speed. The more momentum it has, the more force it has. So if there were two cars, both the same model, and one of the cars was traveling 30 mph faster than the other, which car has more force? - ANSWER The faster car The force of a vehicle increases as its momentum increases. - ANSWER True Friction is_________ if your tires are over-inflated or are worn smooth. This makes it ______for you to stop you vehicle. - ANSWER decreased, harder Road surface changes due to: (a) ice, (b) rain, (c) snow, (d) oil and diesel fuel buildup, or (e) sand or dirt will reduce the traction of your tires. This does not affect the control of your vehicle. - ANSWER False A sign with a red circle with a red line through is used to denote ________________. - ANSWER That something is not permitted When can a right turn be made on a solid red light? - ANSWER After you have yielded to all traffic After you have yielded to all pedestrians If a NO TURN ON RED sign is not posted When encountering a blacked-out traffic signal, obey the rules of a stop sign controlled intersection. - ANSWER True A yellow diamond is used exclusively for.. - ANSWER warning A equilateral Triangle facing down is used exclusively for - ANSWER yeild When a solid and a broken yellow line are together, you must not pass if you are next to the solid line. - ANSWER True You may cross over either a single solid yellow line or double solid yellow lines to make a left turn at an intersection, to enter or exit a road or a driveway, or to make a U-turn, if it can be made safely and is not otherwise prohibited. - ANSWER True If there are two yellow lines dividing lanes of traffic, and the line closest to your lane is broken, _________________________________. - ANSWER You may cross over it to pass vehicles ahead, if it is safe to do so. A carpool lane will be marked with a ____ symbol? - ANSWER diamond If you are unable to pass through an intersection before the light changes to red, what should you do? - ANSWER Not enter the intersection What is it advised you do if it is either very cloudy, raining, foggy or snowing? - ANSWER Turn on your headlights If you do not have enough light to see 1000 feet in front of you, what should you do? - ANSWER Turn on your headlights Which is not a step to prevent your car from being stolen? - ANSWER Park in areas that are not traveled much. If there is a child sitting in the front seat of a car installed with air bags, it is advised that the air bag feature be turned off for the child or the child be placed in the back seat. - ANSWER True You should use your horn ________________________. - ANSWER only to help avoid an accident. What is not a consequence of either over or under-inflated tires? - ANSWER Greater handling When entering the lane of an oncoming vehicle in order to pass, you will need at least how many feet to pass safely? - ANSWER 1600 ft Unless posted otherwise, what is the speed limit when passing a school building or school grounds when children are present? - ANSWER 25mph When entering a bicycle lane to make a right turn, within how many feet must you enter the lane before making the turn? - ANSWER 200 ft When exiting a freeway, you should signal your intention to exit for approximately how many seconds? - ANSWER 5 seconds When a car driving uphill on a one lane road comes across another vehicle going downhill, who should back up? - ANSWER The car going downhill should back up because the car going uphill has the right of way You should change lanes only when there is sufficient space between vehicles in the next lane and by allowing a gap of at least how many seconds? - ANSWER 4 In general, you should pass a vehicle or bicycle going in your direction on the right. - ANSWER False When turning, you should signal during the last _________ feet before the turn. - ANSWER 100 When driving slower than the rest of the traffic, in which lane should you be driving? - ANSWER right lane A visual lead of ________ seconds or 1 city block is appropriate when driving in traffic in urban areas. - ANSWER 10-15 It is against the law to pass when your view of the road ahead is obstructed and when you are within _____ feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel. - ANSWER 100 Unless posted otherwise, what is the speed limit in any business or residential district ? - ANSWER 25 mph If you are driving slower on a two lane road and _____ or more cars are following you, you must pull to the side and let them pass. - ANSWER 5 No matter what sort of emergency situation you are experiencing, what should you never do? - ANSWER Turn your ignition off while your vehicle is still moving The number one rule for driving in bad weather is: - ANSWER Slow down What are the consequences of not stopping if you are involved in an accident? - ANSWER A fine of up to $10,000 and a minimum of one year jail time. Most accidents in urban areas occur where? - ANSWER parking areas If you must drive in the fog, then slow down and turn your ______ beam headlights on (and fog lights, if you have them). - ANSWER low beams In order to avoid hazards on the road, it is advised to take in the whole scene around you and look at least _______ seconds down the road. This is about a one block when driving in the city and a quarter of a mile on the highway. - ANSWER 12 to 15 Your license will be suspended for failing, refusing, or neglecting to report an accident in which there is more than ________ worth of property damage, an injury, or a death. - ANSWER 750 You drive defensively when you: - ANSWER Leave yourself an out If your tire was to blow out while driving: - ANSWER Hold the steering wheel firmly, and ease up on the gas. If a vehicle is approaching you head on when you are in the proper lane, - ANSWER Pull to the right Which is not a step to perform if your gas pedal gets stuck? - ANSWER Apply the brakes before shifting into neutral It is advised to use the ___ rule, which allows enough space between your vehicle and other vehicles in traffic. - ANSWER 3 second What can happen if you dump or abandon an animal by the roadside? - ANSWER You can receive a fine of up to $1,000, or be confined in a county jail for up to six months, or both. If there are oncoming cars to the left of you and a child on a bike to the right, what is the correct action to take? - ANSWER Give the child a lot of room to your side, which may mean moving closer to the oncoming vehicles. If another vehicle is tailgating you, what should you do? - ANSWER Tap your brakes lightly to warn the vehicle. You must turn your headlights on ____ minutes after sunset and leave them on until ______minutes before sunrise. - ANSWER 30 The minimum amount your insurance must cover per accident is: - ANSWER $15,000 for a single death or injury. $30,000 for death or injury to more than one person. $5,000 for property damage. Which is not a step for bicyclists to prevent accidents? - ANSWER Ride against traffic so as to be able to see oncoming traffic. The same rules apply to trolley and light rail crossings that apply to train crossings. - ANSWER True All individuals on a motorcycle are required by law to wear a helmet which is approved by the CHP, fits snugly, and is tightly fastened. - ANSWER True When you encounter an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and a siren, What must you do? - ANSWER Pull as close to the right edge of the road as possible and stop until the emergency vehicle(s) has passed. What are the consequences if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights? - ANSWER You may be fined up to $1,000 and your license can be suspended for a period of 1 year. When passing a trolley, you must pass from what side? - ANSWER The right side It is against the law to follow within _____ feet of any emergency vehicle which is answering an emergency call. - ANSWER 300 If a road does not have a bicycle lane, where must a bicyclist ride their bicycle? - ANSWER On the road To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from: - ANSWER The lane closest to the left curb You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive: - ANSWER No faster than 65 mph. f you plan to pass another vehicle, you should: - ANSWER Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. Most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster. You may legally drive: - ANSWER No faster than 65 mph. Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks? - ANSWER Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards. You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if: - ANSWER Traffic on the street moves to the left. You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means: - ANSWER Slow down and cross the intersection carefully. You park your car at the curb on a level two-way street. Before getting out of your car, you should: - ANSWER Look for cars or bicycles on the traffic side of your vehicle. Even if you know your vehicle can maneuver a sharp curve at the legal speed limit, you should still slow down because: - ANSWER There may be a stalled car or a collision ahead that you cannot see. If a driver is going to pull out in front of you, the safest thing to do is: - ANSWER Slow or stop your car and use your horn. You are approaching an uncontrolled intersection. You: - ANSWER Should slow down and be ready to stop. To see vehicles in your blind spots, you must: - ANSWER Turn your head. When driving in the far right lane of a freeway, you: - ANSWER Should expect merging vehicles at on-ramps. You can be fined up to $1,000 and jailed for six months if you are cited for: - ANSWER Dumping or abandoning an animal on a highway. You are approaching a sharp curve in the road. You should: - ANSWER Start braking before you enter the curve. You see a pedestrian with a white cane at the corner ready to cross the street. The person takes a step back and pulls in his cane. You should: - ANSWER Stop. Proceed through the intersection. The person isn't ready to cross. Whose responsibility is it to know how your medications affect your driving? - ANSWER Yours. It is very foggy. Slow down, turn on your windshield wipers and: - ANSWER Low beam lights. What is true about safety belts and collisions? - ANSWER They increase your chances of survival in most types of collisions. When a traffic light turns green, should you go immediately? - ANSWER Yes, but yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection. It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is _____ or more. - ANSWER 0.01% You are driving at night on a dimly lit street and using high beams. You should dim your lights when you are within 500 feet of: - ANSWER An oncoming vehicle. You must notify law enforcement and make a written Report of Traffic Accident Occurring in California (SR 1) to DMV when: - ANSWER You have a collision and there is an injury or death. You may turn right on a solid red light: - ANSWER Only after stopping, and yielding to pedestrians and bicyclists, unless otherwise posted. For the first 12 months after you are licensed, you must be accompanied by your parent or guardian if you: - ANSWER Transport minors between the hours of 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching with a siren and flashing lights. You should: - ANSWER Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop. Who has the right-of-way at an intersection with no crosswalks? - ANSWER Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. If you are a minor and your cell phone rings while you are driving, you should: - ANSWER Let the call go to voice mail. Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a: - ANSWER Large tour bus. You are driving 55 mph on a two-lane highway, one lane in each direction, and want to pass the car ahead of you. To pass safely, you need to: - ANSWER Have at least a 10 to 12 second gap in the oncoming traffic. Which is a legal U-turn? - ANSWER On a highway where there is opening for a turn. What child requires a child passenger restraint system? - ANSWER A seven year old who is 4 feet 7 inches tall. If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving because of heavy rain or fog, and your wipers do not help, you should: - ANSWER Pull off the road completely until visibility improves. You see a car approaching from the rear. When you check your mirror again to change lanes, you no longer see the car. You should: - ANSWER Look over your shoulder to be sure the car is not in your blind spot. When should you use your headlights? - ANSWER Anytime you have trouble seeing others or being seen. When parked on any hill: - ANSWER Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in gear or "park" Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. If necessary, you may: - ANSWER Stop before merging with freeway traffic. You must carefully watch for bicyclists in traffic lanes because they: - ANSWER Could be hidden in your blind spots. Smoking inside a vehicle when a person younger than 18 years of age is present is: - ANSWER Illegal at all times. If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two-lane road: - ANSWER Pull off the road when it is safe and let them pass. If you approach a curve or the top of a hill and you do not have a clear view of the road ahead, you should: - ANSWER Slow down so you can stop if necessary. When driving near road construction zones, you should: - ANSWER Reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Solid yellow lines separate: - ANSWER Vehicles going in opposite directions. You must notify DMV within 5 days if you: - ANSWER Sell or transfer your vehicle. Driving is a.... - ANSWER privilege next to the solid line. Two solid yellow lines mean "no passing." Never drive to the left of these lines. If this traffic signal is turned on after the red light, it means you may cross the intersection, but you _______ wait until the crossing traffic has cleared the intersection first. - ANSWER A green light means GO, but you must first let any vehicles, bicycles, or pedestrians remaining in the intersection pass before you move ahead. You can turn left ONLY if you have enough space to complete the turn before any oncoming vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian becomes a hazard. Left-turning vehicles must ALWAYS yield to vehicles traveling straight. What is the "point system"? - ANSWER In Florida, a penalty system exists that notes infractions made by the driver. Points are assigned for each infraction and a certain amount of points on your record can cause you to have your driving privileges restricted or revoked. The Highway Transportation System has helped ___________ traffic deaths. - ANSWER The interstate highway system has positively influenced economic growth, reduced traffic deaths and injuries, provided substantial benefits to users, and been a crucial factor in the nation's defense. The United States Highway System is a _____________ in the United States numbered within a nationwide grid. - ANSWER The United States Highway System is an integrated system of roads in the United States numbered within a nationwide grid. A right turn should be from the right lane into the right lane of the roadway entered. True or false. - ANSWER True. A right turn should be from the right lane into the right lane of the roadway entered. If you miss the exit ramp what should you do? - ANSWER If you miss the exit ramp, never turn around or back up. Go to the next exit, get back on the freeway in the opposite direction, and return to the exit you want. The DHSMV ___________________________ monitors the sale and registration of vehicles and vessels within the state. - ANSWER The Division of Motor Vehicles monitors the sale and registration of vehicles and vessels within the state. This includes keeping records of every car, truck, trailer, motorcycle, and camper that is registered or found on Florida highways. In addition, this division administers distribution of license plates through county tag agents and tax collectors and enforces mobile home construction standards. Florida has ____________ roads that are designated as part of the National Highway System. - ANSWER Florida has several roads that are designated as part of the National Highway System. The Highway Transportation System is coordinated by __ - ANSWER The United States Highway System is an integrated system of roads in the United States numbered within a nationwide grid. These highways are coordinated by the U.S. Department of Transportation. You must use headlights when driving - ANSWER Headlights must be used between sunset and sunrise or if driving in rain, smoke, or fog. If the road surface or visibility is compromised in any way, such as by traffic congestion or bad weather, you must - ANSWER If the road surface or visibility is compromised in any way, such as by traffic congestion or bad weather, you must adjust your speed. Having food in your stomach keeps alcohol from being absorbed ___ - ANSWER Quickly. Be aware that food will not absorb or dilute alcohol in your body. However, eating food first may coat the stomach lining and slow the absorption of what you drink—but this only lasts for a short time. Any alcohol you drink will eventually enter your blood. Most drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever, allergies, or stress can make a person drowsy and impair their driving abilities. - ANSWER True. Most drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever, allergies, or stress are sedatives. They can make you drowsy and impair your driving abilities. ____ now have 21-year-old minimum drinking age laws. - ANSWER The minimum legal drinking age is now 21 years of age in all states. The NHTSA estimates that these laws have reduced traffic fatalities involving drivers 18 to 20 years old by 13% and have saved an estimated 29,292 lives since 1975. Alcohol was involved in ___ of the total traffic fatalities in 2012 nationwide. - ANSWER The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that there were 10,332 alcohol-related fatalities in 2012—31% of the total traffic fatalities for the year. Alcohol first impairs your ___ - ANSWER Alcohol affects brain function and sensory perception directly, with judgment being the first to go. Things like distance and speed perception become much more difficult. Being unable to accurately sense one's surroundings together with a slower reaction time makes any driver a danger to everyone. If your accelerator suddenly gets stuck what should you do? - ANSWER If your accelerator suddenly gets stuck, you should: shift to neutral, apply the brakes, keep your eyes on the road and look for a way out, warn other traffic by using hazard lights, try to drive the car safely off the road, and turn off the ignition when you no longer need to change direction. Some road surfaces are more slippery than others when wet. - ANSWER True. Some road surfaces are more slippery than others when wet and chilled. These roads usually have warning signs. Look out for these signs and make adjustments in your speed and following distances. Collisions tend to happen when one driver is going faster or slower than other cars on the road. - ANSWER True. Keep up with traffic. Collisions tend to happen when one driver is going faster or slower than other cars on the road. If you keep your eyes fixed on a spot ahead of you, you will be less likely to get into a collision. - ANSWER False. If you look ahead and keep your eyes moving, you will spot a hazard more easily. Once you have seen the hazard and decided what to do, act. Never "wait and see." Never think that everything will be all right. This is all about defensive driving. What should you do if your temperature gauge moves up to just below the red zone? - ANSWER If your temperature gauge moves up to just below the red zone, turn off your air conditioner and turn on your vehicle's heater to its highest and hottest setting to help draw some of the heat away from the engine; then immediately seek out a service station with a mechanic. Sound your horn ____ - ANSWER Sound your horn when necessary to avoid collisions. If your brakes suddenly give out what should you do? - ANSWER IF YOUR BRAKES SUDDENLY GIVE OUT: Downshift into a lower gear. Pump the brake pedal for about three or four pumps. Doing this fast and hard will build up brake fluid pressure. NEVER PUMP ANTILOCK BRAKES. Apply the parking brake slowly while holding down the release lever or button. This will prevent the car's wheels from locking and help prevent skidding. If you are about to be hit from behind, your best course of action is to brake gently and stop the car. - ANSWER True. Sometimes it is necessary to speed up to avoid a collision. This may happen when another vehicle is about to hit you from the side or from behind and there is room to the front of your vehicle to get out of danger. Be sure to slow down once the danger has passed. How far must you stay behind another car ahead depends on ____ - ANSWER Your following distance depends on weather and road conditions. You should give yourself extra cushion: 1. On slippery roads. 2. When it rains or snows. When you don't have enough room to stop, you may _______ to avoid what's in front of you. - ANSWER When you don't have enough room to stop, you may have to steer away from what's ahead. What are the consequences that can result from being caught driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs? - ANSWER The penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) are severe and may include fees, jail time, rehabilitation class, installation of an ignition interlock device on your car (to make sure the car won't run if