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Module 7
Driver's Ed Module 7
Term | Definition |
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Most crashes are caused by ______ | Distractions |
_______while driving is the greatest cause of distracted driving accidents | Multitasking |
It is illegal to ____ and drive in Virginia | text |
Anything that takes you away from the driving task is referred to as _________ ________ | distracted driving |
_________ types of drivers are susceptible to distractions while driving | Novice |
________, ____________, ________ associated with criminal charges, and ____________ awarded because of civil lawsuits are all examples of costs associated with distracted driving related crashes | Property damage, body injury, fines & monies |
List some things that drivers should pay attention to when driving: A- B- C- | A-traffic signs and signals B- animal or person C- road |
Drivers who text are ____ times more likely to get involved in a crash | 23 |
Driving safely and remaining free of distractions is the sole responsibility of ________ | the driver |
List some vehicle equipment that could cause a driver to become distracted: A- B- C- | A-radio B-phone C-thinking about something |
The best time to address distractions that can affect driving is ______ _________ _________ | before driving begins |
__________ is the only true way to help a fatigued driver | Rumble strips |
The body's natural 'down time' (which is from ____ am to _____ am, as well as from _____ pm to _____ pm) will result in ___________ ___________ fatigue. | 12 am, 6 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, circadian rhythm |
List some good methods of handling an aggressive driver: A- B- C- | A-Keep a safe following distance B- Avoid rude gestures C- Use horn sparingly |
List some signs of aggressive drivers: A- B- C- | A- Rushing B- Cutting off C- Yelling |
You can get a ticket for __________ driving in VA | Aggressive |
Taking longer to process information, and impairment of your senses, abilities, reaction time, judgment, and vision are all effects of _________ | fatigue |
Driving ___________ is an increasing problem. Drivers are more likely to become ___________ on high-speed, long, boring rural highways. | Drowsy;drowsy |
Mental distractions, lack of concentration, and increased risk taking are all potential effects of ______________, which may affect a driver's ability to drive safely | Fatigue |
Although other things may briefly distract a driver from his/ her fatigue, a driver who is feeling fatigued should really _____ the car and ______ | Park and rest |
Driving with a __________ reduces the risk of drowsy driving passenger | passenger |
_______________drivers can be identified by their increased risk taking | Aggressive |
Avoidance, remaining in your car with the doors locked, and leaving the area are all ways to handle a __________________ ________________ situation in which a driver loses control of his/her emotions and attempts to harm another driver |