Brianna Hunt Chapter 1-4 Flashcards
What hours are you not allowed to drive between?
11:01pm - 5:00am
Why do you need 6 points of verification when getting your license?
The 6 pounts of verification verify your age, identity, and legal presence in the US
What must the 6 point verification include?
- At least one primary document(birth certificate)
- At least one secondary document(School ID)
- Proof of Address
- Social Security Number
Who is required by law to wear a seatbelt in the car?
Everyone in the car is required to wear a seatbelt
When driving, where should your hands be positioned?
At 9 and 3
If your lights are broken and you want to turn right what should your arm loom like?
Your arm should be angled up with your palm facing forward
What is the difference between your license when your 17 than when you 21?
When your 17 your license is vertical and when 21 your license is horizontal
What is considered a primary document?
birth certificate or passport
When do you have to drive at 25 mph?
School zones, business or residential discricts
When driving on narrow or winding roads, do you speed up or slow down?
Slow down
Can you get a ticket from slow driving?
Yes because by driving slowly you could block the flow of traffic and cause accidents
When the yellow line on your side is broken or dashed , are you allowed to pass?
Yes because the dashed yellow line is on your side
An intersection is this if there are traffic signals or signs in any direction or directed by a police officer
A controlled intersection
This type of intersection is when two or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device
An uncontrolled intersection
This type of intersection is when buildings, parked vehicles, or bushed may block your line of sight.
A blind intersection
What is the best way to enter a curve?
By slowing down before entering and avoid drifting into another lane.
What is the correct way to turn left on a 2-way road?
Approach the turn as close to the lane closest to the middle. When turning the vehicle should not cross the lane markings.
When a bus is stopped and the lights are flashing on a road, how far away must you be stopped
25 feet away from the bus on both sides of the road
If a school bus is picking up students but are parked outside the school, can you pass the bus?
You can pass the bus from either direction at 10 mph.
When are you allowed to drive at 35 mph?
Suburban business and residential districts
When are you allowed to drive 50 mph?
On non-posted rural roadways
When are you allowed to drive 55 mph?
Certain state highways (as posted) and interstates
When are you allowed to drive 65 mph?
Certain interstate highways (as posted)
When turning how far do you have to be before turning on your turn signals?
100 feet before you turn
How many feet do you have to park behind a stop sign?
50 feet behind stop sign
What is aggressive driving?
If you don’t follow road rules or you are not being safe
What is the standard accident prevention formula?
Be Alert, Be Prepared, Act in Time, and Be Safe
When are the roadways the most slippery?
When the rain has just started
A vehicle will go into skid if (3 ways)
- You accelerate too quickly
- No tire traction
- Slippery roads
If you have a flat tire or blow out, you should?
Hold the wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight, then remove your foot from the gas pedal
If the gas pedal is stuck, before calling for help you should?
Shift to neutral, steer away from the road and turn off the engine
What should you do if your car begins to skid?
Take your foot off the gas, then turn in the direction your rear is facing
Studded snow tires can be used between
November 15th and April 1st
What should be considered when driving at night?
Your speed, reaction distance, and braking distance
What is road rage?
Improper lane changes, unsafe driving, getting angry or upset while driving at another driver or road rules
It is illegal for a motorist over the age of 21 to drive with a BAC of …….
.08 or higher
What are some examples of how alcohol affects the body?
- Decreases ability to make good decisions
- Lower inhabitions
- slower reaction time and coordination
- slurred speech
- unclear vision
4 factors can influence a persons BAC
- Quantity of alcohol consumed
- A persons body weight
- How quickly someone consumed the drinks
- Food consumed
How many ounces of beer gets you to .60 ounces of alcohol in that beer?
12 ounces of beer
How many ounces of wine gets you to .60 ounces of alcohol in wine?
5 ounces of beer
how many ounces of whiskey or hard liquor gets you to .60 ounces of alcohol?
1 1/2 ounces of whiskey
After 1 drink, what is the BAC range, and how long will it take to eliminate the alcohol from your system?
BAC range is .02-.03
Will take about 1 1/2 hours
After 2 drinks, what is the BAC range, and how long will it take to eliminate the alcohol from your system?
BAC range is .04-.06
will take 3 hours
After 3 drinks, what is the BAC range, and how long will it take to eliminate the alcohol from your system?
BAC range is .06-.09
It will take 4 to 5 hours
After 4 drinks, what is the BAC range, and how long will it take to eliminate the alcohol from your system?
BAC range is .08-.12
It will take 5 to 7 hours
