all the stuff Flashcards
When is it appropriate to place a child under 4 in the front seat?
If all available rear seats are occupied by children under age 4
What must be turned off if a child is placed in the front seat in a rear facing child restraint system?
The front passenger air bag
Who should sit in the rear seat of the vehicle?
All children ages 12 and younger
How far apart should a driver be seated from the center of the steering wheel?
At least 10 inches
It is illegal to leave a child in the car unattended if:
The child is less than 6 years old and the amount of time or circumstances pose an unreasonable risk of harm or injury
What should you look for before operating a vehicle?
- Check for clean headlights, tailights & brakelights
- Make sure tires sre properly inflated
- Check for damage/wear of tires
- Check infront and behind for objects, animals, or people in your path
How many blind spots does a car typically have?
Two
Adjust the inside rearview mirrors to see:
The center of the road and any traffic behind the vehicle
Adjust the left and right mirrors to see:
The edges of your vehicle
How should you check your blind spots before making a lane change?
Turning your head
What is the speed limit in mobile home & munciple parks?
15 MPH
What is the speed limit in platted subdivisions?
25 MPH
What is the speed limit in a work zone when posted?
45 MPH
What is the speed limit on all streets that are not designated freeways & on all highways?
55 MPH
What is the speed limit on all freeways?
70 MPH
What type of weather on roads requires more stopping time and space?
Wet pavement
How far ahead down the road should you look?
12 seconds
How far away should you signal before you reach where you plan to turn?
100 feet
Why should you be more cautious of smaller vehnicles such as motorcycles, bicyles & mopeds?
It may be difficult to judge their speed and distance
Who should you yield to when you reach an intersection the same time as another vehicle?
The driver on the right
Who should you yield to when turning left at a traffic signal?
Pedestrians and oncoming traffic