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Drivers Ed Mid-term
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the three parts of the highway transportation system (HTS)? | People, vehicles, and roadways |
| How is the HTS regulated? | Regulated federal, state, and local government agencies |
| What is the purpose of the HTS? | To move people and cargo safely and efficiently. |
| How do social, physical, and mental skills work together in your driving task? | Using knowledge and visual skills, obeying traffic laws, judging time and space, and anticipating how your car will respond under normal and emergency conditions |
| What are the four steps in the IPDE Process? | Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute |
| How will your attitude affect your driving? | Affects willingness to learn and effectively use safe-driving habits |
| What are some examples of HTS breakdowns? | Occurs when any part of the system does not work well. ex. Traffic tie-ups and collisions |
| What are major causes of collisions? | Distracted driving: Talking on the phone, texting, eating, reading, grooming, and talking |
| How can drivers help protect our environment? | Buy and maintain fuel efficient vehicles, use fuel-efficient driving habits, and car Pools |
| How can a graduated licensing program help you drive more safely? | Requires drivers to progress through a series of licensing stages. Driving with a supervised adult to learn good driving habits with a minimum period free of violations and collisions |
| What are some of the main concepts stressed in a quality driver education program? | Driving is a mental decision-making process, driving is greatly influenced by attitude, safety belts and other restraints must be used at all times, never Drink and Drive |
| What are the eight shapes used for traffic signs? | Octagon, triangle, vertical rectangle, pentagon, round, pennant, diamond, and horizontal rectangle. |
| What are the meanings that correspond with the eight shapes used for traffic signs? (Octagon, Triangle, vertical rectangle, pentagon, round, pennant, and diamond). | Stop, yield, regulatory, school, railroad crossing, no passing, warning, and guide. |
| What are the eight colors used for traffic signs? | Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, white, black, and brown. |
| What are the meanings that correspond with the eight colors used for traffic signs? (Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, white, black, and brown) | Stop, yield, or prohibited, construction or detour, warning, guide, motorist service, regulatory, regulatory, and public recreation or cultural interest. |
| What are the traffic sign categories? | Regulatory (red), service (blue), guide (green), warning (yellow), school zone (fluorescent yellow/green), construction (orange), recreation (brown). |
| What actions should you take at STOP, or YIELD signs? | Stop sign - make a full stop and make sure no cars are coming Yield - if a car is coming stop and if there is none you may go but make sure to slow down to be able to look out for cars |
| What actions should you take at a speed limit sign? | Speed limit - make sure to drive the speed limit posted on the sign. do not go faster or slower than it |
| What are five situations where warning signs might be used? | Diamond Signs- EX. Danger Ahead School Signs No-Passing Sign Construction Signs Railroad signs |
| How can guide signs and international signs help you when driving? | Guide signs mark routes, intersections, service areas, and other points of interest or information |
| What should you do at a green light, a yellow light, and a red light? | Green Light- Proceed only if the intersection is clear. Yellow Light- Make every effort to stop safely. Red Light- You must come to a complete stop |
| What action should you take when approaching a flashing red signal or a flashing yellow signal? | Make a full stop when you come to a flashing red signal and slow down when you come to a flashing yellow signal |
| What actions should you take with pedestrian signals and traffic control officers’ signals? | The WALK signal + the green light are for pedestrians and drivers going in the same direction. The DON'T WALK signal usually flashes just before the yellow light appears. Traffic- control officer holds up hand for stop, waves hand go. |
| What is the difference between broken yellow lines and broken white lines? | Broken yellow lines separate two-way traffic. Broken white lines separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. |
| What is the difference between a shared left-turn lane and a left-turn lane? | Shared left turn lanes help drivers make safer mid-block left turns. Drivers going in both directions can use these lanes. A left turn lane is the lane a driver should be in to turn left at an intersection |
| What are the six types of special roadway markings? | 1. No parking zones 2. Handicapped parking spaces 3. Yellow or white markings. 4. Railroad crossing markings. 5. White markings that show where an exit ramp begins. 6. Rumble strips to warn you to slow for an upcoming hazard. |
| What is the name of each gauge on the instrument panel? | Speedometer, tachometer, odometer, fuel gauge, temperature gauge, oil pressure warning gauge, alternate warning gauge, brake system warning, anti braking system, safety belt, air bag warning, turning signal, and high-beam. |
| What is the function of the Speedometer? | Tells you speed you're traveling. |
| What is the function of the Tachometer? | Indicates engine revolution per minute. |
| What is the function of the Odometer? | Indicates total number of miles. |
| What is the function of the Fuel Gauge? | Shows amount of fuel in tank. |
| What is the function of the Temperature Gauge? | Warns you when engine is hot. |
| What is the function of the Oil Pressure Warning Gauge? | Warns you when oil is not circulating. |
| What is the function of the Alternate Warning Gauge? | Warns about vehicle's electrical system. |
| What is the function of the Brake System Warning? | Warns to release parking brake before moving vehicle. |
| What is the function of the Anti-lock Braking System? | Indicates if ABS is functioning well. |
| What is the function of the Safety belt light? | Shows to wear safety belts. |
| What is the function of the Air Bag Warning? | Indicates if airbags are working well. |
| What is the function of the Turning Signal? | Indicates direction to turn. |
| What is the function of the High-Beams? | Indicates the headlights. |
| What are each control used to operate a vehicle? | Steering wheel, tilt, selector lever, gear-shift lever, cruise control, parking brake, clutch pedal, and accelerator pedal. |
| What is the purpose of the steering wheel? | Controls the direction of the front wheels |
| What is the purpose of the tilt? | The wheel can be tilted up or down |
| What is the purpose of the selector level? | Permits the driver to adapt the gear changing processes to particular road or driving conditions by choosing one of the drive ranges. |
| What is the purpose of the gear-shift lever? | In a manual transmission-equipped automobile, it is used to change gears. |
| What is the purpose of the ignition and starter switch? | Start the engine. |
| What is the purpose of cruise control? | Lets you maintain your desire speed. |
| What is the purpose of the parking brake? | Keeps the vehicle in place when it is parked. |
| What is the purpose of the clutch pedal? | In a stick shift vehicle, the clutch smoothly delivers the power from the engine to enable smooth vehicle movement. |
| What is the purpose of the accelerator pedal? | Accelerates the vehicle |
| How do you use the safety, communication, and comfort devices on a vehicle? | Always wear safety belts. Look in the blind spots. Know when to use horn. Know when to use windshield wipers. |
| What checks should you make when preparing to drive? | Outside and inside checks |
| How should you enter a vehicle from the street side? | Walk around the front of the vehicle so you can see traffic coming toward you. |
| How do you position the seat and outside rear-view mirrors of your vehicle? | Adjust the seat for comfort and best control of foot pedals and steering wheel. Your chest should be about 10 inches from steering wheel. |
| What is the use of each gear in an automatic transmission vehicle? | P is to park. R is to reverse. N is to stay neutral. D is to drive. L1, L2, and L3 sends more power to wheels. |
| What is the procedure from starting an automatic transmission vehicle? | Set parking brake, make sure lever is in park, keep foot off accelerator, turn ignition on, check gauges. |
| What are the steps for putting an automatic transmission vehicle in motion? | Foot brake. Selector lever to D. Release the parking brake while still pressing the foot- brake pedal. Signal, mirror, head check. When clear, release the foot-brake pedal and press gently on the accelerator. Cancel your signal |
| What is the correct procedure to follow when leaving an automatic transmission vehicle from the street side? | Check mirrors. Make sure you have your keys. Glance over your left shoulder before opening the door. When it is safe, open the door and get out quickly. Make sure all doors are locked. |
| How do you start a stick shift vehicle? | Press the clutch pedal to the floor with your left foot. Put the gear-shift lever in Neutral. Turn on ignition switch and check warning lights |
| What is the correct procedure for moving a stick shift vehicle into first gear? | Press the clutch pedal to the floor. Move the gear-shift lever to first |
| What is the procedure for stopping a stick shift vehicle from higher gears? | Check the mirrors for traffic. Let up on the accelerator. Tap the brake to signal a stop Brake to about 15 to 20 mph. Press the clutch pedal down. Brake to a smooth stop. Shift to neutral when stopped. |
| What does “downshifting” mean? | Shifting from a higher to a lower gear |
| What are the four major factors that can contribute to the degree of risk you encounter while driving? | The driver, the vehicle, the roadway, and environment |
| What are the five rules of the Smith System? | 1. Aim high in steering 2. Keep your eyes moving 3. Get the big picture 4. Make sure others see you 5. Leave yourself an "out" |
| How is the Zone Control System structured? | The Zone Control System monitors six zones, left-front, front, right-front, left- rear, rear, and right-rear. |
| hat is the location of each of the six zones of the Zone Control System? | Left front zone, front zone, right front zone, right rear zone, rear zone, left rear zone |
| What do “open zone” and “closed zone” mean? | Open Zone: a space where you can drive without a restriction to your line of sight or your intended path of travel. Closed Zone: a space not open to you because of ha restriction in your line of sight or intended path of travel |
| How do you use the identifying process know as an orderly visual search pattern? | Look for clues in and around your intended path of travel |
| How can knowledge and experience help you make accurate predictions? | The more you drive the more you add to your memory bank of knowledge the better able you are to make quick and accurate predictions. |
| What three decisions must be made when applying the IPDE Process? | Change speed, change direction, communicate |
| What are three different lane positions available to you within your lane? | 1-car is centered in the lane 2- car is 3-6 inches from the left of the lane 3- car is 3-6 inches from the right of the lane |
| How do you minimize a hazard? | Reduce the possibility of conflict by deciding to put more distance between yourself and the hazard |
| How do you separate a hazard? | Decide to adjust your speed so you deal with only one hazard at a time |
| How do you compromise space? | Give up as much space as possible to the greater hazard |
| What are the three most important actions you can take to avoid a conflict? | Control speed, steer, communicate |
| What does “commentary driving” mean? | Verbalizing what you identify, predict, and decide |
| When is it appropriate to use the IPDE Process selectively? | When conditions change in one or more zones. |
| Why does the IPDE Process take time? | You must have time to identify clues and changing zones, predict the actions of others and possibility of closed zones. |
| How do you steer straight forward and backward? | Forward: Comfortable grip and look ahead of intended travel Backward: Put arm over back of passenger seat, and look back out rear window. Left hand at 12:00 position. |
| How do you use hand signals correctly and when should you use them? | Signal well in advance before you make any maneuver |
| What are the proper steps for changing lanes? | 1. Signal, mirror, head check 3. Increase your speed slightly as you steer smoothly into the next lane if it is clear. 4. Cancel your signal and adjust your speed. |
| What is hand-over-hand steering? | Pulling the steering wheel down with one hand while your other hand crosses over to pull the wheel farther down. |
| What are the steps for making right and left turns? | Position vehicle in correct lane position. Brake early. Signal, mirror, head check (Check left, right, and left again). Blindspot check. |
| How do you back left and right? | Signal, mirror, head check. Both hands on wheel. For left turn wheel left and for right turn wheel right. Back slowly and unwind to correct steering to straight. |
| What are the five turnabouts? | Midblock U-turn, back into driveway on right side, pull into driveway on left side, pull into driveway on right side, and a three point turnabout. The safest to use is backing into driveway on the right side. |
| What are reference points and how do you use them as guides when parking your vehicle? | Reference point: some part of the outside or inside of the vehicle, as viewed from the driver's seat, that relates to some part of the roadway. Reference points can help you know where your vehicle is located in the roadway. |
| What is the procedures for angle parking? | 1. Check surroundings. Vehicle: least 6' from the row of parked cars. 2.Signal, mirror, head check. 3. Creep until you can see the center of space without line of sight cutting across the parking line. 4. Turn wheels to the right. Slowly enter. |
| What is the procedure for perpendicular parking? | 1. Vehicle at least eight feet from row of parked vehicles 2. Signal,mirror, head check. 3. Front bumper of vehicle passes the left-rear taillight of vehicle to the right of the empty parking space. Turn the wheel sharply right. Slowly enter the stall. |
| What is the procedure for parallel parking? | 1.Signal right turn. Stop two to three feet away from the front vehicle with the two rear bumpers even. Shift to REVERSE. Check traffic. Look back over your right shoulder. Back slowly as you turn right. Aim toward the right-rear corner of the space. Cont |
| How do you park uphill and downhill without a curb? | Uphill: Steering wheel right, shift to park, and set the parking brake. Downhill:Steering wheel right, shift to park, and set the parking brake. |
| What is method one for starting from an uphill parking space without rolling backwards? | Method 1: 1. W/ foot brake down, set the parking brake firmly. Accelerate until you feel the engine start to pull. Release the parking brake as you continue to accelerate. |
| What is method two for starting from an uphill parking space without rolling backwards? | Method 2: Hold the foot brake down with your left foot. W/ foot brake, accelerate gradually until the engine starts to pull. Release the foot brake gently as you increase acceleration to move forward. |
| How should you search an intersection once you have identified it? | Left, center, right, left |
| How can you tell when you are at the point of no return? | The point-of-no-return is the point beyond where you can no longer stop safely without entering the intersection. Under normal conditions, that point is two seconds from the intersection as shown in the picture on the left. |
| What should you do when you have a closed front zone at an intersection? | Stop |
| How should you approach a controlled intersection? | Two kinds of signs are at controlled intersections, and if there is a stop sign you should stop and wait until it is your turn to go. At a yield sign, slow and yield to oncoming traffic. |
| How do you move from a STOP sign when your view is blocked? | Creep forward and watch for oncoming traffic and pedestrians that have the right of way. Look in 45 degree angles to decide if any traffic is coming. |
| How would you make a right turn or a left turn at a controlled intersection? | Look for oncoming traffic (in left-front, right-front, and front) and leave enough space open to move into traffic (about 7 seconds). After turning, quickly adjust to the correct speed and join traffic. |
| How would you identify an uncontrolled section? | An uncontrolled intersection has no signs or signals. These intersections are found in areas of light traffic. |
| What procedures should you follow at an uncontrolled intersection? | Search all your front zones and determine what to do if there is traffic and a closed zone. Slow and be prepared to stop if there is any other traffic and be prepared to yield. |
| What procedures should you follow at an uncontrolled railroad crossing? | Slow down and be prepared to stop. Look in both directions. Listen for train sounds and stop a good distance from the tracks before approaching. When going over tracks, increase your speed at least 20 mph. Be prepared to stop when behind a truck or bus. |
| What does the term “right of way” mean? | The right of way describes the privilege of having immediate use of a certain part of the roadway. Other drivers give you this. |
| In what situations must a driver yield the right of way? | At stop signs, all traffic, pedestrians, all vehicles on the street, vehicles sounding siren flashing light, vehicles arrive first, a vehicle from the right, all oncoming vehicles that are at all close, and any vehicle that has entered the intersection |
| How would you judge a gap in traffic? | If the speed of traffic is 30 mph, you need a gap of about two-thirds a block to successfully enter traffic and speed up to the correct flow. |
| How would you cross and join traffic properly? | Crossing traffic: takes 4-5 seconds. W/ 20 mph-car more than a ½ block away is safe Joining traffic: Larger gap needed when turning right than crossing. About 6 seconds needed to avoid interrupting traffic flow. |
| Why do drivers have responsibility for protecting motorcyclists? | Because they have the bigger vehicle, they must accept the major share of responsibility. |
| How would you use the IPDE process to protect motorcyclists while driving? | Identify – crucial for drivers because motorcycles are more difficult to see. Check all zones. Predict – actions of motorcyclists that might enter your path of travel. |
| In what situations should you look for motorcyclists while driving? | Vehicle turning right at Intersection or driveway. Mc turning left, may be hidden by another vehicle. Mc in driver’s blind spot. Tailgating mc. Try not to stop suddenly Mc passing vehicle on right or left. Mc meeting an oncoming vehicle. |
| What is the difference in acceleration and braking abilities between motorcyclists and other vehicles? | Vehicle steps foot brake to stop. Motorcycle must operate separate brakes for front and rear wheels. To accelerate, they need to coordinate the hand throttle, hand clutch, and foot-gear shift while a vehicle simple needs to press the gas pedal. |
| What protective equipment should motorcyclists wear? | Helmet, eye-protection, heavy shoes, full-length pants and jacket made of durable material (leather), and full-fingered gloves |
| What are motorcyclists’ riding problems? | Weather Conditions, crossing railroad tracks-tires can get caught in the grooves of the crossing, and carrying passengers. Carrying two people requires extra caution from other vehicle drivers. |
| How can you help protect bicyclists? | Check rear zones, adjust position to identify bicyclist, reduce speed, increase space, and look for cyclists when opening vehicle doors. |
| What guidelines should moped and motor scooter drivers follow when driving? | Obey laws and requirements, wear protective clothing, headlight on always, position the vehicle in lane so it can be seen by others, keep a space cushion between themselves and other vehicles, and use extra care when riding on wet or slippery surfaces. |
| Why should you use extra cautions and care to protect pedestrians? | Children are less visible to drivers and often lack the judgment to know when it is safe to cross streets, older people may not hear or see well and may be unaware of possible conflicts, and other adult pedestrians may just get careless. |
| In what areas will you see pedestrians? | Alleys, driveways, business districts, residential areas, and jogging areas |
| What procedures should you follow to clear the way for emergency vehicles? | Always yield. Pull over right if it is safe to do so. |
| What are the “no-zones” around large trucks? | If the following vehicle can not see the trucks side view mirrors, then they are in the “no-zone” area or the truck’s blind spot. |
| What precautions should you take when following large trucks? | Increase your following distance, stay far enough back so you can see the sideview mirrors of the truck. |
| What guidelines should you follow when passing large trucks? | Mirror, head check. Stay in lane position 2 during the pass. Pass as quickly as possible. After you can see both headlights signal, check blind spot and move back. The front “no zone” may extend for 20 feet. Do not slow during or after completing the pass |
| What are the two main factors that make driving difficult in the city? | More dense in urban areas and closer hazards than in rural areas |
| How do you use the IPDE Process for city driving? | Identify: vigorous in using visual skills. Look ahead to target area. Check ranges open zones. Predict possible points of conflict quickly. Decide: ready communicate/adjust vehicle position. Execute: be ready vehicles controls to make maneuvers |
| How do you use the 3-second following distance rule? | Pick a fixed checkpoint ahead. Once vehicle ahead passes checkpoint, count to 3 seconds. Check to see vehicle is still short of fixed checkpoint, and slow down if not. |
| How can you safely manage a tailgater? | Increase following distance to 4 seconds, move to the right, and signal early |
| What steps should you take to avoid conflicts with oncoming traffic? | Slow until the other driver can return to the normal lane. Meet the driver at a point where there is no room to pass. Turn on or flash headlights and honk horn. If right - front zone is open move to the right. Swerve sharply to an open space if needed. |
| How far ahead should you look when driving in city traffic? | A block or more |
| What should you avoid doing when covering the brake? | on't pedal or ride the breaks; wears them faster and confuses drivers behind just you. |
| How do you select the proper lane for driving on a multilane street? | Select the lane with the least amount of hazards. Choose the one traffic is riding the smoothest |
| What is the procedure for turning left or right from a one-way street? | To turn left/right position vehicle in far left/right lane ahead of time. Complete turn by entering the nearest lane going your way. |
| How can you warn a driver who is driving the wrong way on a one-way street? | Slow, steer right, honk horn and flash headlights if there is time |
| What are rural roadways like? | Wide open spaces, may be narrow, paved and gravel surfaces, with or without shoulders, conditions can change without warning. |
| What factors should you consider when selecting a safe speed? | Amount of traffic, inclement weather, hills, curves, intersections and very narrow roads or lanes. |
| How do traffic controls inform, warn, and regulate drivers on rural roads? | They provide advance information and warning of hazards, major intersections ahead,unusual or hazardous conditions, and traffic channeled into reduced space |
| How should you use the IPDE Process in rural driving? | Drive at a speed where you know you will be able to brake and steer your vehicle without losing control. Strive to maintain a 12-15 second visual lead. (Maintaining this lead will give you time to predict and execute an appropriate response.) |
| What steps should you take to safely handle a curve? | Check mirrors and zones. Stay in lane position 1.Lightly apply brakes before. Look in direction the road curves to see if it is going to be open. Once you are past the midpoint begin to accelerate gently. |
| What are some rural situations that require increased following distance? | Being tailgated, driving on steep downhill slope, and following a motorcycle |
| How do you enter a multi lane rural highway? | Right: Check left and right of target zone. Enter nearest right lane as turning. Left: Cross lanes on your side of roadway. Turn into nearest lane when no traffic is approaching your desired position. Accelerate to prevailing speed. |
| What checks do you make before passing another vehicle? | Is is worth it, legal, and safe? |
| What steps should you take when passing on a two-lane rural road? | Signal, mirror, head check. Change lanes. Accelerate at least 10 mph faster than vehicle passing. Make final evaluations. Maintain speed. Remain left lane until see two headlights of vehicle you are passing. Signal. Return smoothly to the right lane. |
| In what situations should you never attempt passing? | Within 100 feet before a railroad crossing, On a two-lane bridge or underpass, on curves where your line of sight is so restricted, when the vehicle ahead is traveling at or near the speed limit, when your line of sight is limited, etc. |
| How do you pass a slow-moving vehicle? | Applying the IPDE Process. Identify slow-moving vehicle as soon as possible. Maintain a 3-second following distance or more. Stay far enough behind and in a lane position that you can see oncoming traffic. |
| What steps should you take to deal with animals on or along a roadway? | Evaluate your left and right front zones for line-of-sight restrictions from which animals could enter. Check your rear zone to determine if you will be able to slow or stop quickly. Check your left-front zone to see if it will be open for an escape path. |
| How can you allow hazards to separate when meeting traffic? | Adjust your speed to deal with only one hazard at a time. Meet where the most space is available. If you are meeting a line of vehicles, slow down and move into lane position 3 to provide a little more space between you and the approaching vehicles. |
| What special safety precautions should you take for mountain driving? | Accelerate slowly, use brakes often. Watch conditions. If your air conditioning is on shut it off. Check gauges and lights often and pull over to rest the vehicle if needed. |
| What special safety precautions should you take for desert driving? | Wear sunglasses, plan frequent stops, carry water for car & engine, watch tire pressure, be cautious for sandstorms and dust storms. Never drive over water-covered roads and avoid areas of natural creek beds. |
| What are the Pre-Start Inside Checks? | 1. Key in the ignition 2. Lock doors 3. Adjust seat 4. Adjust mirrors 5. Fasten seat belt |
| What is the Orderly Visual Search Pattern? | The process of searching critical areas in a regular sequence |
| Orderly Visual Search Pattern pattern? | Look ahead to target area Evaluate zones. Glance in rearview mirror to check rear zones Evaluate 4-6 second range Evaluates 12-15 second rage Check your 4-6 second range Glance in rearview mirrors. Check speedometer and gauges |
| How do you enter a roundabout? | Yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic. Once you see a gap in traffic, enter the circle and proceed to your exit. |
| How do you exit a roundabout? | Look for pedestrians and use your turn signal before you exit. |
| How do you scan an intersection? | Left, center, right, left |
| How do you stop in traffic? | Stay at a distance in which you can see the tires on the ground of the car ahead. |
| Where should you look when slowing/stopping? | Mirror, head check, and look in target area. |
| How do you handle two hazards at the same time? | Separate the hazards and take them one at a time. |
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