38 Defensive Driving Flashcards
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A ____ ____ is defined by FMCSA as “a driver who tries to recognize potentially hazardous situations in advance and assumes other drivers may make mistakes and is prepared in the event an error is made.”
defensive driver
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A ____ _____ is one who commits no driving errors himself;
defensive driver
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A _____ ____ is aware of his environment (traffic, road, weather, or pedestrain activity)
defensive driver
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Before shifting into gear when starting or backing up, a _____ _____knows what is in front, behind and to the side of his vehicle
defensive driver
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When backing a tap of the horn can be useful in ____ ____
Congested areas
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When backing if in doubt, ____
Stop
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When using a spotter, have the spotter wear a
safety vest and walk around the vehicle and
check all clearance levels, distances and hazards;
then position the spotter at least ___ feet from the vehicle and in such a way that he can clearly see the driver and the driver can clearly see the spotter
8
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Large truck statistics suggest that one out of every _____ collisions involves backing, so don’t back up unless there’s no other alternative
four
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Who gives the right of way to other vehicles
Defensive driver
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The ____ of a CMV when entering a cure is the most important factor in rollovers
speed
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The cargo securement standard for vehicles with a gross weight rating over 10,000 lbs. requires that cargo must be secured to withstand a force in left, and right direction of ___ (50% of the weight of the cargo)
.5 g.
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The cargo securement standard for vehicles with a gross weight rating over 10,000 lbs. requires that cargo must be secured to withstand a force in left, and right direction of .5 g. (50% of the weight of the cargo) Why?
Because shifting freight can cause a vehicle to rollover
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The cargo securement standard for vehicles with a gross weight rating over 10,000 lbs. requires that cargo must be secured to withstand a force in left, and right direction of .5 g. (___% of the weight of the cargo)
50%
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A tandem axle semi-trailer with a cargo weight of 50,000 lbs and cargo height of 102 in. (with load centered) will have a roll threshold of ___g.
.35
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Vehicles traveling at a speed of about 40 mph on a ramp posted for 25 mph can produce a lateral force up to about ___ g.
.5
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Typically, during a tractor-trailer rollover event, the _____ begins to roll first, often giving the driver little or no time to react
trailer
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The primary reason for loss of control going downhill is ___ ____ and improper control techniques
brake failure
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The ____ _____ for a downgrade should never be higher than that which a driver would use to asend the same grade
gear selected
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What type of braking in emergency
stab braking
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____ ____ is a method in which the driver applies the brake fully, then releases it once the wheels lock up. Once the wheels begin spinning , apply full brakes again
stab braking
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When driving in ____ ____, drivers should understand that stopping distances increase while the ability to take quick, evasive action decreases
adverse weather
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It is imperative that ____ adjust to road conditions enough to compensate for his lessened traction, stopping ability and visibility, as well as the potential for errors by other drivers
driver
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Two of the most important defensive driving techniques in bad weather are to _____ ____ and increase following distance
reduce speed
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Defensive Driving
Vehicle will rollover when the lateral force reaches ___g
35
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A ____ _____ is one who make reasonable and prudent allowances for the lack of skill or improper driving practices of the opposing drivers or pedestrians;
defensive driver
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A ____ _____ is one who is not tricked into an accident by the unsafe actions of pedestrians and other drivers
defensive driver
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Defensive Driving
In ___% of large truck-two vehicle fatal crashes, either the truck or the other vehicle were stopped or parked
8%
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Defensive Driving
In ___% of large truck-two vehicle fatal crashes, either the truck or other vehicle was negotiating a curve
13%
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Who adjusts his own driving to compensate for unusual weather, road and traffic conditions;
defensive driver
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4/15/24 Practice Test
The speed of a CMV when entering a curve is the most important factor in roll overs?
True
False
True
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4/22/24 Practice Test
What is the most important factor in rollovers of CMV’s when entering a curve?
Type of cargo
Cargo Shifting
Speed
Cargo Height
Speed
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4/8/24 Practice Test
What are the most important defensive driving techniques in bad weather?
Reduce Speed
Apply brakes gently and steer with fluid, non-jerky movements
Increase following distance
All of the above
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All of the above
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