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Driver's ed

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Approximately how long does it take a new driver to reach the average experienced driver?   5 years  
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Each year, approximately how many people are killed in motor vehicle-related collisions in the U.S?   35,000  
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More than what percentage do all vehicle-occupant fatalities occur in single-vehicle crashes?   50%  
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Approximately what percent of crashes are caused by driver error?   90%  
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True or false? Nearly half of all new drivers will either be cited for a traffic offense or be involved in a collision during their first 12 months of driving.   True  
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How often should the pre-driving checks identified for approaching the vehicle, outside the vehicle and inside the vehicle be performed?   Every time you drive  
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When approaching you vehicle parked at a curb, what should you do?   Face traffic as you approach the driver's side  
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Under normal driving conditions, checks under the hood should be performed how often?   At least once a month or as many as the manual recommends  
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In vehicles equipped with a driver's-side air bag, sitting closer than how many inches from the steering wheel increases the chance of arm, neck or facial injury in the event of a crash?   10 inches  
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The top of the head restraint should remain adjusted at what point?   Slightly above the ears  
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To allow enough distance to stop in response to threatening objects or conditions, you should identify a planned path of travel how many seconds ahead?   12-15 seconds  
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Under most conditions a minimum following interval of how long will enable you to adjust speed or position appropriately?   3-4 seconds  
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If a vehicle's speed doubles from 20 mph to 40 mph, the distance needed to stop the vehicle increases by how many times?   4 times  
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When braking hard, the weight of the vehicle noticeably shifts where?   To the front  
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When turning to the right, the contact patches of which set of tires will increase in size?   Left side tires  
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When starting the engine, when should you release the key?   As soon as the engine turns on  
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What steps do you follow when backing up?   Watch where you are travelling through the back window  
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What type of acceleration is used to maintain slow forward motion or allowing speed to increase gradually with minimum weight shift?   Light acceleration  
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What is total stopping time is made up of?   Perception time, reaction time, and braking time  
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What is an Anti-lock braking system(ABS)?   It helps the driver maintain control under hard braking  
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