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Brenna McGahan ch 1-6 Flashcards

1
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What identification proof must a driver present at the DMV?

A
  1. One primary document
  2. One secondary document
  3. six points of ID
  4. proof of address
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2
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Where is the GDL decal placed on the car?

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Top left corner of the front and rear license plates

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3
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Where should your hands be placed at all times while driving (not including reverse)?

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9 and 3 o’clock

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4
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Where should hands be placed while driving in reverse?

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left hand on top of the steering wheel and right hand behind passenger seat

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5
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Where should the wheel be set when a vehicle is parked facing downhill?

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wheels should be turned toward the curb

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6
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What driving signal is represented by a hand downward, and a palm facing you?

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the vehicle is stopping or slowing down

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7
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What driving signal is represented by a hand and arm upward, and a palm facing forward?

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the vehicle is turning right

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8
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What driving signal is represented by a hand and arms straight out?

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the vehicle is turning left

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9
Q

What driving road are you taking if you are 16?

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Early Bird Road

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10
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What must all passengers in a car do?

A

Wear a seatbelt

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11
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Which foot should you use for the break and gas pedal?

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Right foot

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12
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What are the two types of turns that will turn the vehicle around in the other direction?

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3 point turn / K turn, and U-turn

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13
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What is a contributing factor of fatal and other collisions?

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exceeding the posted speed limit

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14
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What is the posted speed limit?

A

the top speed a motorist can travel on that road, street, or highway

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15
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When should you go 25 MPH?

A

in school zones, business or residential districts

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16
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When is passing only safe?

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when there is no oncoming traffic

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17
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What should a motorist always be prepared to do?

A

yield

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18
Q

What is an intersection?

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where two or more roads cross/merge at angles

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19
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What does a single white line across a road at the intersection mean?

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it means the motorist must stop behind the line for a traffic signal or sign

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20
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What are the 3 types of intersections?

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controlled, uncontrolled, and blind

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21
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What is an uncontrolled intersection?

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it is when 2 or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device

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22
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What are acceleration lanes?

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extra lanes at highway entrances that motorists use to speed up and join the flow of traffic

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23
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What are weave lanes?

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both an entrance and exit lane for a highway

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24
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How many feet away should you use your turn signal?

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100 feet

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25
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How many feet away should a motorist be stopped from a railroad crossing when there are flashing lights?

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15 feet

26
Q

How many feet away should a motorist be stopped from a school bus with flashing lights?

A

25 feet

27
Q

What must a motorist do if an emergency vehicle makes sound sirens and / or flashing lights?

A

yield and steer to the extreme right of the road until it passes

28
Q

What is the standard accident prevention formula?

A

be alert, be prepared, act in time

29
Q

What is aggressive driving?

A

the negative behavior of someone driving; going in and out of lanes

30
Q

What is road rage?

A

can cause someone to drive aggressively; lose their temper

31
Q

Why is distracted driving so dangerous?

A

can cause a collision

32
Q

List five causes of distracted driving

A

1) shaving
2) texting
3) lighting a cigarette
4) calling
5) applying makeup

33
Q

How can you avoid highway hypnosis?

A

rest every two hrs; do not look at the same object for a long time

34
Q

What are the consequences for driving while tired?

A

hitting someone; getting into an accident

35
Q

Why should a motorist keep a safe following distance?

A

no collision

36
Q

When should a motorist increase following distance?

A

during poor conditions and when you can’t see

37
Q

What are the two times when it is safe and legal to pass another car?

A

not speeding and when it is necessary

38
Q

What is the limit the BAC can be when a 21 year old is driving?

A

.08

39
Q

What are the 4 factors that can influence a person’s BAC?

A

1) quantity of alc consumed
2) a person’s body weight
3) how quickly someone consumed drinks
4) food consumed

40
Q

12 ounces of beer is equal to how much amount of wine?

A

5 ounces

41
Q

If someone is driving impaired, what are some signs?

A

speeding, weaving in between two lanes, unsteady car movements

42
Q

What is the chemical substance in alcohol?

A

ethanol

43
Q

What is the most commonly used and abused drug in today’s society?

A

alcohol

44
Q

How many alcoholic drinks can affect a person’s behavior?

A

one

45
Q

Alcohol is absorbed in the what?

A

bloodstream

46
Q

If you have the a BAC of .05, you are how many more time likely to get into a collision?

A

twice

47
Q

Are there crosswalks at every intersection?

A

yes, they are called unmarked crosswalks.

48
Q

Pedestrians must obey what?

A

all signs and signals

49
Q

Motorcycles follow what rules?

A

same rules as 4-wheeled vehicles

50
Q

What is a no zone?

A

refers to a blind spot where a driver cannot see other vehicles

51
Q

Trucks may need how much more time when driving in poor conditions?

A

25% more time

52
Q

Do not pass on which side?

A

the right

53
Q

What is the best way to avoid animals?

A

expect the unexpected and proceed with caution

54
Q

All mopeds cannot exceed what?

A

25 mph

55
Q

If you move, how many days do you have to register your vehicle?

A

60 days

56
Q

What must you do when you buy a new or use vehicles?

A

get it titled, registered, and insured

57
Q

Registrations are valid for how many years?

A

1

58
Q

Stolen or lost plates first report to who?

A

the police

59
Q

Inspections are valid for how many years?

A

2

60
Q

After you get your vehicle registered, how many days do you have to get it inspected?

A

14 days

61
Q

All vehicles in NJ must have what type of insurance?

A

liability

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