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Question 1

Low force driving

Answer 1

Smooth driving method which eliminates need for defensive driving tactics, evasive maneuvers, or other methods to avoid accidents.
Constantly aware

Question 2

Low force driving results in lack of g forces

Answer 2

Reduction of accidents, maintenance costs, discomfort to passengers
Increase fuel efficiency and safety

Question 3

Acceleration

Answer 3

Slowly, take foot off brake and allow automatic tranny to start movement. Slow acc. Helps comfort, wear and tear on vehicle, conserves fuel and oil

Question 4

Braking

Answer 4

Brake smoothly and early, should be coasting up to stops. Brake sooner than expected

Question 5

Rear tire concept

Answer 5

Driver should see rear tires touching ground of car in front over hood. 20ft space, about another rig between. Provides escape route and improves field of vision

Question 6

Following distance

Answer 6

4 sec. Add 1 sec for each hazard. Following distance increase as speed increases

Question 7

Rear end cushion

Answer 7

In event of tailgater; move out of way. No braking or any lights

Question 8

Side space cushion

Answer 8

Middle lanes safest, avoid fast/slow lanes. Provide more space and field of vision. Do not linger in blind spot and do not pace other vehicles. Maintain open space and create fov space around rig

Question 9

Signaling

Answer 9

Two way interaction. Confirm other drivers are aware of your intentions

Question 10

Eye movement

Answer 10

5 sec scan. Zone nearest, middle, farthest, nearest, mirrors(rear). 1 sec each zone. Most immediate zone not included, use peripheral

Question 11

Mirrors

Answer 11

Checked once every 5sec. Left Mirrow 3x wider view. Closer and larger mirror more view. Mirrors can also be obstructions

Question 12

Never exceed speed that

Answer 12

Is acceptable for conditions and or road/traffic

Question 13

Slow down due to

Answer 13

Increased roll risk, visibility reduction(curves/hills)

Question 14

Top speed of 20- , 40- , 50- mph

Answer 14

-3 , -4 , -5 seconds clear visibility

Question 15

Reduced road grip: wet, pack snow, ice

Answer 15

Reduce speed by: 25%, 50%, 75%

Question 16

Turning? Reduce speed by

Answer 16

5-10mph

Question 17

Dry surfaces ? Snow/ice ?

Answer 17

Posted speed limit. Half posted limit.

Question 18

Blind intersections approached at

Answer 18

10mph

Question 19

Backing ?

Answer 19

Have a backer, window down, secondaries on.
If without a third crewman, help back while looking out back window

Question 20

Always park in

Answer 20

Response ready position. Back into spot need be, park so you can pull forward.

Question 21

Drive on toll?

Answer 21

Notify dispatch otherwise you pay

Question 22

Code 3 against traffic on one way

Answer 22

5mph. No greater than the minimum necessary distance

Question 23

Come across accident?

Answer 23

Advise dispatch and carry unless told otherwise, to render first aid, by dispatch

Question 24

No lights and sirens on freeway unless…

Answer 24

Traffic is stopped. Use left lane, primary lights, intermittent siren, and no faster than 15mph > flow of traffic. Don’t use right shoulder