Approximately what percent of crashes are caused by driver error? - Answers -90%
A teen drivers chance of crashing is higher when driving: - Answers -Between 9 p.m.
and 6 a.m.
Approximately how long does it take a new driver to reach the driving ability of the
average experienced driver? - Answers -5 years
Primary factors involved in teen crashes include: - Answers -All of the Above (failing to
yield the right of way, driving too fast for road conditions, being distracted)
Graduated drivers Licensing (GDL) the three stages are: - Answers -A learners permit,
a provisional license, and an unrestricted full license full operators.
How often should the pre-driving checks identified for approaching the vehicle and
checking the outside of the vehicle be performed? - Answers -Every time you drive.
When approaching your vehicle parked at the curb you should? - Answers -Approach
the drivers door from the front and face incoming traffic.
Which of these hand positions allow for the best control when turning the steering
wheel? - Answers -8 and 4.
In vehicles equipped with a drivers side airbag, sitting closer than _______ inches from
the steering wheel increases the risk of arm, neck, and facial injuries in a crash. -
Answers -10 in
The top side of the head restraint should be adjusted to a point ______. - Answers -
Slightly above your ears.
To allow enough distance to stop when responding to hazardous objects or conditions,
you should identify a planned path of travel _______. - Answers -12-15 secs ahead
________ provides less traction than when driving in concrete. - Answers -All of the
Above (Asphalt, gravel & brick)
If a vehicles speed doubles, eg from 20 mph to 4 mph, the distance increases by
______ times. - Answers -4 times
, When braking hard, the weight of the vehicle noticeably shifts ________. - Answers -
The front
When turning to or curving to the right, the contact patches of the ______ increase in
size. - Answers -Left side tires
When starting the engine, you should release the key or start button: - Answers -As
soon as the engine starts
When braking straight or right - Answers -Grip the steering wheel at 12 o'clock position
with your left hand.
______ acceleration is used to maintain slow forward motion or allow speed to increase
gradually with minimum weight shift. - Answers -Light
Total stopping distance is made up of - Answers -All of the Above (Reaction, braking &
perception time)
_______ braking is used to smoothly and gradually reduce brake pedal pressure at the
end of a braking maneuver, helping avoid abrupt weight transfer when turning at an
intersection or into a curve. - Answers -Squeeze
Traffic-control devices communicate meaning using: - Answers -All of the Above (Color,
shape & wording)
An odd numbered interstate with a single or double digit number indicates that: -
Answers -Runs north to south (even is east to west)
A yellow centerline on your side of the road means: - Answers -You may not pass.
Solid white lines are used: - Answers -To mark the right of highways & between lanes to
indicate areas where lane changes are unlawful.
A drivers license: - Answers -Gives the individual permission to operate a motor vehicle
on public highways, serves to verify a drivers knowledge of the law that governs the use
of motor vehicles on public roadways & can be taken from the state.
_______ laws are designed to help drivers identify who may proceed first when more
than one vehicle approaches an intersection by the same time. - Answers -Right of way
(right of way is also given not taken)
A certificate of motor vehicle title: - Answers -Demonstrates proof of ownership.
Which of the following situations describes reckless driving behavior? - Answers -All of
the Above
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