1. What is the seatbelt law in Delaware?
All occupants of a motor vehicle must be wearing a seat belt.
2. What does it mean to "leave yourself an
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Always have a plan in case something goes wrong when driving
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3. Is alcohol a depressant?
Yes, alcohol is a depressant.
4. Is alcohol a depressant or stimulant?
depressant
5. What happens to the pavement when it first starts raining?
pavement gets slippery within the first half hour of rain
6. Can over the counter drugs affect your driving?
Yes, many drugs can make you drowsy, which can impair your driving.
7. Are there times when you have to adjust your speed due to weather conditions?
Yes, in bad weather conditions you need to reduce your speed to avoid an accident or collision.
8. The law for cell phone use for adults and GDL drivers
Regular license holders aren't allowed to use their cell phone except for hands free devices. GDL drivers are not allowed to use their cell phone at all, including hands free devices.
9. What do solid yellow lines mean?
Passing is not allowed and the traffic is moving in different directions
10. Which way should pedestrians face when there is no available sidewalk?
walk on the side where you will be facing oncoming traffic
11. What are the rules for logging practice hours on the first 6 months of your GDL?
50 hours of driving practice, 10 hours is night driving; turned into Dpt. of Education certified by sponsor
12. Right Turns on Red
Right turns on red are allowed if not otherwise made illegal by signage
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13. Which behaviors will constitute "aggressive driving?
failure to yield, unsafe lane changes, disregard of a traffic control device, failure to stop at the command of a police officer, following too closely, passing on the shoulder, and speeding
14. Zero Tolerance Law
People under the age of 21 who are driving while consuming or after having consumed alcoholic beverages, shall have his/her driver license revoked for two months for the first offense and not less than six months nor more than twelve months for each subsequent offense
15. What should you do when approached by an emergency vehicle with flashing lights?
Pull over to the right if possible, but more importantly, get out of the way
16. At the scene of an accident should you move an injured passenger?
No, never move an injured person at an accident unless they are in danger of getting hit by passing cars or they are in a burning car
17. Can wind cause your car to sway on the road?
Yes, wind can cause your car to sway so you need to hold onto the steering wheel to prevent swerving.
18. Why do you give motorcycles more room?
Motorcycles have two wheels so they stop faster than cars and they are smaller so it is harder to judge distance.
19. Green signal
Proceed w/ caution
Yellow signal
Prepare to stop, if too close to stop, proceed w/ caution
Red signal
Come to a complete stop, right turns on red are permitted if there is no signage saying otherwise, and left turns on red from a one-way street to another one-way street are permitted if there is no signage saying otherwise
Rules and restrictions of first 6 months of GDL
Must have permit in possession when driving, only passengers are adult supervisor and one other passenger, adult supervisor must be in car at all times when driving
Rules and restrictions of second 6 months of GDL
May drive unsupervised between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm, can drive outside of those times when going to and from home and work activities, school activities on school property, or religious activities; can drive between 10 pm and 6 am with supervisor, when supervisor isn't present, only one other passenger
21. When you back up or reverse which way should you turn the wheel?
Turn the wheel in the direction you want to go.
22. Should you enter an intersection if you can't clear it?
No, do not enter an intersection if you can't clear it.
23. What is the penalty for failure to stop at the command of a police officer
revocation of license
24. When should you turn on your turn signals?
300 feet prior to your turn
25. Should you stare at the dashboard or side mirrors?
No, take quick glances
26. Why is it important to have a well
adjusted seatbelt? - If you get in a crash, the seatbelt will hold you in place without cutting into your skin
27. How far should you look ahead when driving?
3 - 4 seconds ahead
28. If skidding, where do you steer?
Steer in the direction you want to go
29. What is the Implied Consent Law?
Anyone arrested for driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or of any drug shall be deemed to have given consent to submit to a chemical test or tests of their breath/blood/urine for the purpose of determining BAC
30. What is the best way to handle driving fatigue?
Do not drive when fatigued. Pull over if you are falling asleep while driving.
31. What is the best decision if a driver has had alcohol to drink?
Get another ride (uber, lyft, taxi, sober friend)
32. What do you need to bring to the DMV to get your GDL License?
$40, birth certificate, social security card, two proofs of address
33. When is the only time you do not have to stop for a school bus with flashing lights on?
If you are on the other side of a 4 or more lane highway with a median
34. What is the best way to see when backing up?
Look directly out rear window by putting an arm around the head rest and turning your body.
35. What does the "No
Zone" refer to? - The blind spots around a truck where accidents are more likely to occur. Cars should get out of these zones as quickly as possible.
36. How many DUI offenses do you need to have to be required to get an Ignition Interlock Device?
1 offense
37. What road structure becomes the most slippery in freezing conditions?
Bridges
39. When do you start breaking when exiting a high speed expressway?
In the exit lane
40. When are you permitted to make a left turn on red? (will be a diagram on the test)
When going from a one way to another one way street, stick all the way to the outside since we drive on right side of road
41. Should a driver slow down, scan the area, and proceed with caution when children are present?
YES
42. When do headlights need to be used?
When it is raining, when it's dark, and whenever wipers are on
43. What should a driver regularly check in their car?
fluid levels, tire pressure, windshield wipers, brakes and lights
44. What should you do as a driver when you are blinded by another car's high beams?
Look toward the right side of the road to stay on course
45. Do drugs and alcohol make you unfit to drive?
Yes
46. What do you do when making a left turn without the arrow signal?
When making a left turn without the arrow signal you must wait and do not point your wheels to the left, they should point straight [Show Less]