The correct driver seating position includes :
-hips pished all the way to the back of your seat
- heel on floor, ball of foot on the brake
- knees and
... [Show More] elbows slightly bent and torso at least 10 inches away from steering wheel.
To make a smooth stop
Trail brake brake just before stopping
What part of your vision lets you see details ?
Central vision
The transition peg for a left turn is ?
The left front corner post
The purpose of traffic signs are ?
To regulate , to warn, to guide
A red circle and a diagonal slash on a sign means that
The action is not allowed
A sign with an orange background in a diamond or rectangular shape indicates a
Construction zone
What is the standard reference points for 3-6 inches away from the line on the right ?
Center of the hood
At a 4-way uncontrolled intersection, who must yield ?
The person on the left must yield to the person on the right and pedestrians.
Line-of-sight restrictions
Limit your ability to gain good information about the condition of your intended path-of-travel.
Path-of-travel problems
Temporarily or permanently prevent you from occupying space.
At an uncontrolled T-intersection, who is required to yield ?
The driver on the road that ends at the T-intersection must yield to all cross traffic .
What are the yielding requirements when entering a roundabout?
Yield to traffic already in the roundabout and pedestrians.
Safety stop location ?
Front bumper even with the curb line.
Legal stop location ?
Front bumper before the stop line and crosswalk.
Staggered stop location ?
Front bumper fifteen feet behind the stop line, when you're first in line and inside the lane.
When backing a vehicle, you're required to yield to
All traffic,pedestrians and bicyclists
When turning left, you must yield to
All oncoming traffic until it is safe to turn
The safest way to change your direction is to
Drive around the block .
The pivot point used for backing turns is located where on your vehicle?
Above the center of the rear tires or rear corner post.
State law requires drivers to carry what type of insurance ?
Liability and uninsured motorists .
What is a closed zone ?
There's a blockage to your line-of-sight or path-of-travel.
To SOLVE line-of-sight or path-of-travel problems you should
-Check related zones for options
-get the best lane position
-used the best speed and communication
The most effective way to judges pace is to ?
Count full seconds ("1001,1002,1003...") to determine the amount of time any given situation takes or the amount of time that separates any two objects.
When parking on the right side of the roadway facing uphill with a curb,the wheels should be
Turned to the left, toward the roadway
When parking on the right side of the roadway facing downhill with or without a curb the wheels should be
Turned to the right of , away from the roadway
An intersection that has no signals or signs is called
An uncontrolled intersection
What is the proper way to search an intersection where a stop is NOT required ?
On approach to the intersection ,Search 45 degrees to the left and 45 degrees to the right .
What is the proper way to search an intersection where a stop IS required ?
From the front limit, search deep 90 degrees to the left, check the front , and search deep 90 degrees to the right .
What does "while stopped in traffic, monitor the rear zone for sand barrels" mean ?
Keep an eye on the rear zone until 2 cars have stopped behind you.
Point-of-no-return
Is two seconds away you can't stop before entering that space.
A flashing yellow arrow means your are required to do what ?
Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then proceed only when clear.
What is the best speed control option to use when approaching a stale green traffic light ?
Cover brake
You're approaching a stale green light when the light turns yellow, in most cases you should ?
Check the rear zone and make every reasonable effort to stop
Broken white lines
Separate traffic moving in the same direction
Solid yellow lines
Separate traffic moving in the opposite direction
Turning right on a red light is permitted after a stop and when the intersection is clear .Which vehicles are permitted to turn right on a red light ?
All the vehicles- right turns on red lights are permitted unless a sign is posted prohibiting the turn.
You are traveling 45 mph when you come up on
A warning sign . To control the forces of inertia and momentum, and to maintain vehicle Balance and traction you should
Brake before the curve , and hold some pressure until your transition leg aligns with the new target area.
What is the minimum amount of following time needed to create an open front zone ?
4 seconds
How much following time should you keep at highway speeds or when following a motorcycle or semi-truck ?
6 seconds
Alcohol a is a
Depressant
driving skills is hampered by marijuana use
-reaction time
-ability to judge distance
-timing and coordination
When people drink alcoholic beverages their
Judgement is affected before their coordination
Drugs taken in combination with alcoholic beverages
Tend to have their effects multiplied , this is called the synergistic effect.
What is the most effective way to compensate for limited visibility conditions?
Reduce speed
Check the tire grip after you enter a curve
False
In reduced visibility conditions, vehicles appear to be farther than they really are .
True
When a vehicle is trying to pass you on the left, to communicate your cooperation you should
Reduce speed slightly , stay off the brake and move to LP3
It takes at least one-half mile of open space to pass a semi-truck moving 50 mph.
True
Flashing your lights and honking are both considered aggressive actions .
True
It lawful to exceed the speed limit when passing a slow moving vehicle .
False
You are traveling 60 mph in the right lane and it will take the next freeway exit . A sign is posted at your exit what are the best actions to take ?
Brake after entering the off ramp, slow to 25 mph before the curve. [Show Less]