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Chaps 5/6 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the Standard Collision Prevention Formula?

A

be alert, be prepared, act in time

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2
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When must you increase following distance?

A

Bad weather, road conditions, and traffic

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3
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__________refers to following too closely behind a vehicle directly in front.

A

Tailgating

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4
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___________ is a progression of unlawful driving actions such as speeding.

A

Aggressive driving

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5
Q

List the 2 types of following distance:

A

Second-plus rule and 1 car length

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6
Q

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

A

Highway hypnosis

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7
Q

Who is at risk when driving drowsy?

A

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

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8
Q

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

A

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

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9
Q

What do you do if vehicle runs of Pavement

A

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

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10
Q

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

A

Doubles

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11
Q

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

A

at least 12 seconds

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12
Q

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

A

following distance of 6 seconds or more

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13
Q

When are the roads the most slippery during rain?

A

First few minutes of rainfall

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14
Q

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

A

Maggie’s Law

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15
Q

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

A

3 second plus rule

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16
Q

How should you handle a skid?

A

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

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17
Q

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

A

Road rage

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18
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_________keeps one car length (about 20 ft) for each 10 mph

A

One car length method

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19
Q

When can snow tires be used in NJ?

A

Nov. 15th- April 1st

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20
Q

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

A

Speed, reaction distance, braking distance, and visibility

21
Q

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

A

Signal and turn onto the shoulder slowly

22
Q

What should you do when you are being passed?

A

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

23
Q

__________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

A

hydroplaning

24
Q

When will a vehicle skid?

A

Accelerates too quickly, turns too fast, and brakes improperly

25
Q

How should you handle a tire blowout?

A

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

26
Q

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

A

Stop quickly, turn quickly, or speed up

27
Q

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

A

space cushion

28
Q

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

A

90%

29
Q

A motorist should always be sure the vehicle can stop

A

within the distance you can see ahead

30
Q

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

A

doubles

31
Q

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

A

6x

32
Q

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

A

25x

33
Q

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

A

beer

34
Q

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

A

time

35
Q

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

A

reaction time, coordination, and balance.

36
Q

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

A

vision and ability to judge distance.

37
Q

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

A

.08%

38
Q

What are the 5 telltale drinking and driving signs

A

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

39
Q

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

A

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

40
Q

What are the four factors that determine the BAC?

A

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

41
Q

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

A

.01

42
Q

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

A

5 ounce glass of wine

43
Q

What can slow the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream?

A

food

44
Q

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

A

You could be involved in a lawsuit

45
Q

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

A

designated driver

46
Q

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

A

Cold pills, tranquilizers, and prescription medications

47
Q

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

A

10%

48
Q

How is alcohol removed from the body?

A

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.

49
Q
A

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