Chaps 5/6

Question 1

What is the Standard Collision Prevention Formula?

Answer 1

be alert, be prepared, act in time

Question 2

When must you increase following distance?

Answer 2

Bad weather, road conditions, and traffic

Question 3

__________refers to following too closely behind a vehicle directly in front.

Answer 3

Tailgating

Question 4

___________ is a progression of unlawful driving actions such as speeding.

Answer 4

Aggressive driving

Question 5

List the 2 types of following distance:

Answer 5

Second-plus rule and 1 car length

Question 6

________is trance-like state may be avoided by not looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds.

Answer 6

Highway hypnosis

Question 7

Who is at risk when driving drowsy?

Answer 7

Construction workers, commercial truck drivers, sleep deprived, driving alone, and driving on long rural roadways.

Question 8

What are some important points to keep in mind when changing lanes or passing?

Answer 8

Use turn signal, use your mirrors, check blind spots, check traffic, and pay attention to signs and lane markings.

Question 9

What do you do if vehicle runs of Pavement

Answer 9

Slow down, regain control, and turn slowly onto the road

Question 10

What happens to the fine or penalty in a construction zone?

Answer 10

Doubles

Question 11

How far in advance should you be looking ahead in city driving?

Answer 11

at least 12 seconds

Question 12

What is a good rule of thumb with following distance on snow covered roads?

Answer 12

following distance of 6 seconds or more

Question 13

When are the roads the most slippery during rain?

Answer 13

First few minutes of rainfall

Question 14

_______makes it illegal to knowingly drive a vehicle while impaired by lack of sleep

Answer 14

Maggie’s Law

Question 15

_________choose a fixed object ahead of vehicle in front of you and count

Answer 15

3 second plus rule

Question 16

How should you handle a skid?

Answer 16

turn in the direction the rear of vehicle is skidding, without over steering.

Question 17

_________occurs when motorists lose their tempers or becomes frustrated because of a traffic disturbance

Answer 17

Road rage

Question 18

_________keeps one car length (about 20 ft) for each 10 mph

Answer 18

One car length method

Question 19

When can snow tires be used in NJ?

Answer 19

Nov. 15th- April 1st

Question 20

What are 3 factors that you should consider when driving at night?

Answer 20

Speed, reaction distance, braking distance, and visibility

Question 21

What must you do if you need to make an emergency stop?

Answer 21

Signal and turn onto the shoulder slowly

Question 22

What should you do when you are being passed?

Answer 22

Stay in proper lane and slow down or maintain speed to make pass easier

Question 23

__________Wet road surfaces cause tires to hydroplane, or ride up on a film of water, starting at about 35 mph, which could cause a driver to lose control of his/her vehicle

Answer 23

hydroplaning

Question 24

When will a vehicle skid?

Answer 24

Accelerates too quickly, turns too fast, and brakes improperly

Question 25

How should you handle a tire blowout?

Answer 25

Hold steering wheel firmly and keep vehicle straight while gradually slowing down

Question 26

What should a motorist do if his/her vehicle is unable to avoid a collision and may hit something?

Answer 26

Stop quickly, turn quickly, or speed up

Question 27

_______Space around the vehicle that allows a motorist time to react in an emergency situation.

Answer 27

space cushion

Question 28

What percent of driving decisions are based upon what a motorist sees while driving?

Answer 28

90%

Question 29

A motorist should always be sure the vehicle can stop

Answer 29

within the distance you can see ahead

Question 30

A BAC slightly above .05% , the risk of causing an accident ________

Answer 30

doubles

Question 31

A BAC of .10%, the risk of causing an accident ______

Answer 31

6x

Question 32

A BAC of .15%, the risk of causing an accident ______

Answer 32

25x

Question 33

Studies show motorists arrested for drinking and driving had been consuming ________

Answer 33

beer

Question 34

What is the only thing that can sober a person up?

Answer 34

time

Question 35

After 2, 3, or 4 drinks, alcohol begins to impair, what three areas?

Answer 35

reaction time, coordination, and balance.

Question 36

Two areas that are affected and make it more difficult to react and drive safely are __________ and __________

Answer 36

vision and ability to judge distance.

Question 37

It is illegal for an individual, who is 21 years of age or older, to drive with a BAC of ______ higher

Answer 37

.08%

Question 38

What are the 5 telltale drinking and driving signs

Answer 38

speeding, weaving, quick stops, slow driving, and jerking motion

Question 39

What are the 4 ways Marijuana use may affect a motorist?

Answer 39

Loss of tracking ability, distance judgment, vigilance, and divided attention

Question 40

What are the four factors that determine the BAC?

Answer 40

Quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, how quickly drinks were consumed, and food eaten

Question 41

For individuals younger than 21, it is illegal to drive with a ____ BAC of or higher

Answer 41

.01

Question 42

1.5 ounces of 86 proof liquor = 12 ounce can bottle of beer = __________

Answer 42

5 ounce glass of wine

Question 43

What can slow the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream?

Answer 43

food

Question 44

If you have a party at your house, a person gets drunk, leaves and has an accident, what can happen

Answer 44

You could be involved in a lawsuit

Question 45

The role of a _____________________ is to ensure the safe transportation of friends and family and other motorists.

Answer 45

designated driver

Question 46

Name 3 drugs that may affect a person’s basic driving skills

Answer 46

Cold pills, tranquilizers, and prescription medications

Question 47

Refusal of the breath test is equal to a BAC of _____ , first offense

Answer 47

10%

Question 48

How is alcohol removed from the body?

Answer 48

The majority (90%) of the alcohol that is detoxified is oxidized (burned up) by the liver. The other (10%) is eliminated in breath, urine, and sweat.