A gap in traffic is the:
A.) Time that vehicles take to stop or move at intersections
B.) Distance or time between the back of one vehicle and your front bumper
C.) Distance on either side of your vehicle and vehicles in parallel lanes
D.) Distance or time between the back of a vehicle and the front of the next vehicle in line
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Distance or time between the back of a vehicle and the front of the next vehicle in line
The distance between moving vehicles on a road is called a/an ____.
A.) Space
B.) Gap
C.) Opening
D.) Area
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Gap
As you approach an intersection you should look for:
A.) Vehicles
B.) Pedestrians
C.) Traffic Control Devices
D.) All are correct
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All are correct
Letting others go before you is called:
A.) Nice
B.) Right of way
C.) Yielding
D.) Stopping
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Yielding
An intersection where signs or signals assign the ROW is called a:
A.) Uncontrolled intersection
B.) Unregistered intersection
C.) Registered intersection
D.) Controlled intersection
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Controlled intersection
A light that has just turned from red to green is called a _____.
A.) Fresh green light
B.) Bright green light
C.) Stale green light
D.) Delayed green light
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Fresh green light
A traffic light that has been green for some time is:
A.) Fresh green light
B.) New green light
C.) Old green light
D.) Stale green light
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Stale green light
A light allowing traffic from one side time to turn or go straight before the light for oncoming traffic turns green is known as a _____
A.) Fresh green light
B.) Bright green light
C.) Stale green light
D.) Delayed green light
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Delayed green light
A light that has been green for some time is a ______
A.) Fresh green light
B.) Bright green light
C.) Stale green light
D.) Delayed green light
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Stale green light
An intersection where there are no signs or signals is called_____
A.) Uncontrolled intersection
B.) Unregistered intersection
C.) Registered intersection
D.) Controlled intersection
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Uncontrolled intersection
When you can no longer stop safely without entering an intersection.
A.) Point of no return
B.) Point of no going back
C.) Point of recovery
D.) Point of decision
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Point of no return
When you can no longer stop safely without entering the intersection, you have reached the _____
A.) Point of no stopping
B.) Point of no return
C.) Point of danger
D.) Point of decision
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Point of no return
Treat an uncontrolled intersection as if it has a _______ sign.
A.) Stop
B.) Warning
C.) Yield
D.) Guide
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Yield
TRUE OR FALSE. A green light is always an indication to go because it is clear to do so.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE
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FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE. Vehicles leaving a parking space must yield to all vehicles and pedestrians.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE
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TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE. Vehicles turning left at uncontrolled intersections must yield to all oncoming vehicles.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE
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TRUE
You should have your headlights on when you drive during the daylight hours because it is easier:
A.) for others to see your vehicle
B.) to see the edge of the road
C.) for you to see the road ahead
D.) for you to see others
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for others to see your vehicle
When driving, a "closing-probability" is:
A "closing probability", when driving is:
A closing probability when driving is:
A.) the chance that another vehicle will be in the same place you plan to be at the same time
B.) the chance that you will have a crash
C.) the chance that the oncoming vehicle on a two-lane roadway will veer into your lane
D.) the chance that a vehicle and another object will move closer together as they move along a projected path of travel
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the chance that a vehicle and another object will move closer together as they move along a projected path of travel
Which of the following is not a vision error that could increase risk?
A.) Failing to check your rear view mirror,
B.) failing to check your blind areas,
C.) dialing your cell phone,
D.) searching 20 to 30 seconds ahead for your vehicle for possible conflicts
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Searching 20 to 30 seconds ahead for your vehicle for possible conflicts
Communicating should be thought of as:
A.) sending information
B.) receiving a message
C.) exchanging information
D.) providing feedback
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exchanging information
Which of the following is not a reason to communicate with other drivers?
A.) express your frustration at their actions
B.) tell them where you are
C.) tell them what you plan to do
D.) warn them of a danger
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express your frustration at their actions
All of the following are common messages communicated by drivers to reduce risk except:
A.) Frustrations
B.) Warning
C.) Presence
D.) Intentions
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Frustrations
The driver ahead of you is having a lively conversation with passengers in the vehicle. You can expect that driver to:
A.) drive too fast for conditions
B.) turn too wide
C.) stop suddenly
D.) all of the above are correct
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all of the above are correct
Which of the following is an indication that the driver you observe has poor spatial judgement?
A.) the driver is tailgating another vehicle
B.) the driver is giving an incorrect signal
C.) the driver did not stop at the stop sign
D.) the driver did not remove the snow from the rear window of his car
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the driver is tailgating another vehicle
A vehicle ahead of you can increase your risk by:
A.) suddenly stopping,
B.) swerving into your lane,
C.) both A and B,
D.) neither A nor B
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Both A and B
It could take pedestrians as much as ten seconds to cross a two-lane street. Which pedestrian should you expect to take the longest to cross the street?
A.) an elderly person
B.) a child with a bike
C.) an adult with a stereo headset on
D.) all will take about the same amount of time
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an elderly person
As a driver you have a responsibility to pedestrians that is:
A.) Legal
B.) Moral
C.) Both A and B
D.) Neither A nor B
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Both A and B
You are driving on a two lane roadway and you encounter a fire truck coming towards you with sirens and emergency lights on, you should:
A.) Maintain your speed and lane position.
B.) Signal your intention, then move off the roadway, but slowly enough to maintain control of your vehicle
C.) Signal your intention, then move off the roadway and stop until the fire truck passes you
D.) Slow, but continue in your lane since the truck has the other lane available to drive in.
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Signal your intention, then move off the roadway and stop until the fire truck passes you
Freeway speed-change (weave) lanes are:
A.) Used only for acceleration when merging.
B.) Only used for deceleration.
C.) Never used for both acceleration and deceleration.
D.) Used for both acceleration and deceleration.
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Used for both acceleration and deceleration
You are driving on a two-lane roadway and you encounter a fire truck coming toward you with sirens and emergency lights on, you should:
A.) slow, but continue in your lane since the truck has the other land available to drive in
B.) move off the roadway, but slow only enough to maintain control of the vehicle
C.) maintain your speed and land position
D.) pull over as far as possible to the right and stop until the fire truck passes you
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pull over as far as possible to the right and stop until the fire truck passes you
While driving on a two-lane road, you encounter a fire truck coming toward you with its siren and emergency lights on. You should:
A.) Slow, but continue in your lane since the truck has the other lane available to drive in.
B.) Maintain your speed and lane position.
C.) Move as far to the right of the roadway as you can, but slow only enough to maintain control of your vehicle.
D.) Move as far to the right of the road as you can and stop until the fire Truck passes you.
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Move as far to the right of the road as you can and stop until the fire Truck passes you.
You should avoid driving for extended period of time beside a large truck because:
You should avoid driving for an extended periods of time beside a large truck because:
A.) The air currents created by large trucks will force you off the road.
B.) The dirt, dust, and smoke from a large truck will create visibility problems for you.
C.) Large trucks have large blind areas and the truck driver may not realize you are there.
D.) None of the above is correct.
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Large trucks have large blind areas and the truck driver may not realize you are there
True/False: You should tailgate the vehicle in front of you just before you pass the vehicle so your time to pass is shortened.
A.) true
B.) false
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FALSE
Which of the following conditions will likely cause a bicyclist to make an unexpected maneuver?
A.) Signs indicating there is a bicycle route ahead
B.) Storm grates on the side of the road where the bicyclist is riding
C.) Both A and B
D.) Neither A nor B
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Both A and B
You should avoid passing another vehicle __________________
A.) When the sun is setting.
B.) As you approach a hill crest.
C.) When a police officer is present.
D.) None of the above is correct.
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As you approach a hill crest
When you pass a motorcycle, you should:
A.) give the motorcycle as much room as you would any other vehicle you pass
B.) honk your horn sharply just as the front of your vehicle comes even with the motorcycle
C.) need not make a full lane change since the motorcycle is smaller
D.) none of the above
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give the motorcycle as much room as you would any other vehicle you pass
Animals are especially dangerous when you see them near the roadway because:
A.) Their actions are erratic and unpredictable.
B.) They have a basic fear of vehicles and will always run from them.
C.) They are generally too small to cause any damage to your vehicle if you hit them.
D.) They are attracted by vehicle exhaust fumes.
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Their actions are erratic and unpredictable
Roundabouts and raised crosswalks are:
A.) traffic altering techniques
B.) traffic calming techniques
C.) traffic diverting techniques
D.) traffic halting techniques
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Traffic calming techniques
True/False: At staggered stops, the left stop bar is positioned a bit more forward than the right stop.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE
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FALSE
By design, intersections are risky because:
A.) Traffic signals might not always work.
B.) Drivers pay close attention to other road users.
C.) Vehicle's cross one another's paths of travel at various angles.
D.) Pedestrians typically cross roads and streets quickly
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Vehicle's cross one another's paths of travel at various angles.
By design, intersections are risky because it is where the most accidents happen.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE
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TRUE
Left hand turns are dangerous because vehicles cross one another's paths of travel at ____
ANSWER: various angles
Intersection types include:
A.) Open and closed
B.) Warning and regulatory
C.) Line of sight and path of travel
D.) Controlled and uncontrolled
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Controlled and uncontrolled
Successfully navigating intersections involves:
A.) Identifying intersections well in advance of reaching them
B.) Managing speed appropriately
C.) Adjusting positions as necessary
D.) All the above
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All the above
An important difference between expressways and freeways is that expressways feature intersections, whereas freeways use:
A.) Interchanges
B.) Medians
C.) Rumble strips
D.) Green guide signs
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interchanges
Three main parts of freeway driving are:
A.) Signaling, turning, stopping
B.) Distraction, fatigue, emotion
C.) Getting on, driving on, getting off
D.) Shifting, backing, idling
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getting on, driving on, getting off
Restricted lane pavement markings or signs appear on heavily traveled streets and expressways.
A.) True
B.) False
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True
EXPLANATION: Restricted-lane pavement markings or signs appear on heavily traveled city streets and expressways. During certain hours of the day traffic in some lanes may be restricted to buses, turning vehicles or high-occupancy vehicles (HOVs — passenger vehicles containing two or more people). HOV signs indicate the minimum number of occupants required to use the restricted lanes, and the times during which the lanes are restricted. Restricted lane pavement markings and signs are designated by a diamond-shaped symbol.
EXPLANATION: Restricted-lane pavement markings or signs appear on heavily traveled city streets and expressways. During certain hours of the day traffic in some lanes may be restricted to buses, turning vehicles or high-occupancy vehicles (HOVs — passenger vehicles containing two or more people). HOV signs indicate the minimum number of occupants required to use the restricted lanes, and the times during which the lanes are restricted. Restricted lane pavement markings and signs are designated by a diamond-shaped symbol.
When passing a motorcycle or scooter, ________________
A.) Give the rider the left side of the lane
B.) Give the rider the entire lane
C.) Speed up so you can get around them quickly.
D.) Give the rider the right side of the lane
E.) Do not pass them
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Give the rider the whole lane.
Areas where pedestrian traffic is high include:
Areas where pedestrian traffic is heavy include:
A.) Bus Stops
B.) School zones
C.) Parking lots
D.) All of the above are correct
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All of the above are correct
Parking lots, Bust stops, School zones, Parks, Playgrounds, college campuses, intersections, and mid-block crossings
Parking lots, Bust stops, School zones, Parks, Playgrounds, college campuses, intersections, and mid-block crossings
___________ is a coming together or blending of vehicles to maintain a smooth, uninterrupted traffic flow
A.) combining
B.) merging
C.) weaving
D.) yielding
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Merging
Single vehicle crashes account for more than ____________ percent of all motor vehicle fatalities.
Single-vehicle crashes account for more than ____ % of all motor vehicle fatalities.
A.) 20
B.) 35
C.) 50
D.) 75
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50
Identify five common traffic conflict situations.
1. Oncoming vehicles- may cross center line or move into your lane. They may pull into your path while turning or passing another vehicle
2. Merging and exiting vehicles- entering, exiting, and merging vehicles typically close in on your travel path at an angle from the side
3. Cars ahead of you- vehicles ahead of you traveling in the same direction can suddenly increase your risk in two ways: either the driver of your vehicle may stop suddenly or swerve, or the driver of a vehicle in an adjacent land may suddenly swerve into your lane.
4. Vehicles behind you- vehicles following too closely could crash into the rear of your vehicle if you stop suddenly
5. Intersecting vehicles and pedestrians- intersecting traffic can be a serious threat
Explain the procedures for safely approaching an intersection.
Safeway to approach an intersection.
1. Search for traffic control devices, other cars and people who may enter your path
2. Be in the correct positions and in the proper lane.
3. As you approach an intersection, adjust your speed to allow more time to search the area and smoothly stop if necessary.
4. Also remember that other drivers can see you more easily when you drive with your low beam headlights on during the daytime.
Explain the steps you should take when approached by an emergency vehicle.
* Give room to emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars.
* These vehicles often travel at high speeds and could swerve suddenly.
* Any time you hear a siren or see a flashing red or blue light behind you, pull over to the right as far as possible and stop, even when you are on a divided highway.
* Move out of an intersection before pulling over.
* An emergency vehicle sometimes drives on the wrong side of the road when its path becomes blocked.
Describe the basic rules to help determine when it is safe to cross a railroad intersection
1. Slow down when approaching a highway-rail grade crossing. If gates are down and warning lights are flashing wait until they go up. Stop do not go; wait until they no longer appear.
2. Stop no closer than 15 feet from a railroad crossing when train is approaching
3. If railroad crossing does not have gates and is not equipped with flashing lights, use extra caution
4. Always wait for vehicle ahead of you to clear the tracks before you do
5. After train has passed, check both directions to see that no trains are coming
6. Always wait for cars ahead of you to completely cross and then cross quickly and safely
Describe the three steps in preparing to pass another vehicle
1. Prepare to Pass: position yourself approx. 3 seconds behind the vehicle you want to pass. check mirrors and oncoming traffic. check ahead for a safe passing distance
2. Pass the vehicle Ahead: signal your intention and accelerate into passing lane. accelerate to a faster speed 20 or 30 mph faster than the vehicle passing, concentrate on the path ahead
3. Return to your lane: check your rear view mirror for front of vehicle you are passing, signal your intention to move. change lanes and maintain speed. cancel signal and check speedometer and adjust you speed if necessary
Explain how to lawfully and safely turn right at a red traffic signal.
* Approach slowly. Come to a Complete Stop. Whenever you approach a red light, you should always come to a full and complete stop.
* Yield to Oncoming Traffic. While you are stopped, look and see who has the green light.
* Watch for Pedestrians. Yield for pedestrians. Stop and turn when safe
Describe at least four advantages of roundabouts over traditional intersections.
1. Safer
2. Faster
3. Eco friendly
4. Cheaper
Explain the steps to properly merge onto a freeway.
1. Search for a safe gap
2. Maintain same safe space around vehicles
3. Signal and accelerate
4. Adjust speed
Describe "velocitation" and "highway hypnosis."
* Velocitation: Is becoming used to higher driver speed/ driving fast.
* Highway hypnosis: When driving for extended periods of time. Driving for long periods of time and going into hypnosis from looking at the road for so long. Drivers can exhibit trance like states