Caitlin Chapter 1-3 Flashcards
When parking downhill which way do you turn your wheel?
Toward the curb
When parking uphill which way do you turn your wheel?
Away from the curb
Where do your magnet decals go on your car?
One goes on the front plate on the left corner
What are car seat regulations based on?
Height and weight
What is the leading killer of children?
Traffic accidents
What are your driving time restrictions at 17?
You can’t drive between 11:01pm and 5:00am
How many points of verification do you need?
6 points
How long does it take until a license expires?
4 years
Are probationary License holders allowed to use electronics?
You can’t use hands-free or hands-held devices
Who must a permit holder be accompanied by when driving?
A driver of at least 21 years old who has had a valid NJ drivers license for at least 3 years
Are rental cars permitted when taking your drivers test?
No
What is the left lane of a highway for?
Passing only.
How can you get a speeding ticket?
By going above or below a speed limit
Which side do you pass on?
the left
What do the road lines look like, if you are allowed to pass?
they have to be striped on your side
What are the types of intersections?
Controlled, uncontrolled and blind
Do traffic circles have specific rules?
No, you have to use common sense
What does your car do on curves
when driving on a curve your car will stay headed straight so you have to physically manipulate it
When turning left, never…
cut corners, you must stay in your lane
How far do you stop from a railroad crossing?
15 feet
How far do cars have to stop behind a school bus?
25 feet away
If you are on the opposite side of the median from a school bus you must…
slow down to 10 mph
When a school bus stops in front of a school…
pass them at 10 mph
Interchanges…
ease the flow of traffic
Should you ever follow an emergency vehicle with flashing lights?
no
When a disabled vehicle is ahead of you…
reduce speed and increase s[ace between you and the disabled vehicle
What is a blind intersection?
anytime you cant see, regardless of reason
What does a white line across a road mean?
stop
What is aggressive driving?
acting impulsively
Why is distracted driving so dangerous?
No eyes on the road=crash=death
What are the consequences for driving while tired?
death/jail
Tailgating can cause…
collisions
Before driving in cold weather you should…
remove snow and ice and warm the car
One car length of distance for every ______ mph
10
Avoid a skid by…
turn your wheel in the direction you are skidding
Studded snow tires can be used between…
November 15th to april 1st
During a rain or snow storm the motorist must turn on what?
The headlights and defroster
What is the purpose of an ignition system?
to start the car
During in an emergency stop you need to…
turn on warning lights
What is highway hypnosis?
A trance like state after driving for long periods of time
What is the chemical in alcohol?
ethanol
BAC means…
Blood alcohol consentration
Is alcohol a stimulant or a depressant?
Depressant
Does alcohol affect everyone the same?
NO
Drinking a driving has what kinds of consequences?
deadly
What is the 2nd most common drug found in collisions?
Marijuana
All drugs have the same effects?
WRONG
Your BAC is affected by…
Quantity consumed, weight, duration of drinking, male or female, what you’ve eaten
Alcohol affects:
vision, distance perception, coordination reaction time
Alcohol affects…
every organ in the body
A no zone is…
a blind spot where other vehicles cant see you
Motorcycles follow…
the same rules as cars
in poor driving conditions trucks need
25% more time to stop
Allow trucks, trailers and buses…
more space for wide turns
Never swerve to avoid…
animals
mopeds cant drive over
25 mph
Who do you report stolen plates to?
The police
What type of insurance must you have in NJ
liability
Yellow signs are…
warning signs
Orange signs are…
roadwork/ construction zones
Unlit traffic lights count as…
stop signs
Blue signs are…
guidance signs
White signs are…
regulatory
Red triangle sign means…
yield
What is the fine if something is covering your license plate?
$100
