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Chapter 4, 5, and 6 Flashcards

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1
Q

What is the speed limit in a school zone, business or residential district?

A

25 mph

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2
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What is the speed limit on non-posted rural roadways?

A

50 mph

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3
Q

What do the following road markings mean?

a. Both center lines are solid.
b. One center line is broken.
c. Both center lines are broken.

A

a. You can’t pass another car on either side of the road
b. You can pass on the side of the road in which the line is broken
c. You can pass on both sides of the road

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4
Q

New Jersey law requires motorists to keep to the ______, except when ______

A

right, passing

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5
Q

Who should you yield to (list four).

A

Emergency vehicles, trains, buses, and motorized or mobility-assistance devices

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6
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A __________ is where two or more roads cross or merge at angles.

A

intersection

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7
Q

Explain the four types of intersections and what a motorist should do at each.

A

A controlled intersection has traffic signals or signs in any direction or controlled by a police officer. A motorist must obey the signs and signals

An uncontrolled intersection is two or more roads that join and there is no regulatory device or traffic signal. A motorist should be careful when approaching these intersections and take precaution

A blind of sight intersection has buildings, bushes, or parked vehicles that could obstruct a motorist’s line of sight. A motorist should slow down or stop completely to make sure there is no cross traffic

A traffic circle is a circle that has many exits and entrances to go to. There are no set rules for traffic circles so a motorist must use caution and common sense.

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8
Q

What type of lane is used when entering a highway?

A

The acceleration lane

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9
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What type of lane is used when exiting a highway?

A

The deceleration lane

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10
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What is the best way for a motorist to navigate a weave lane?

A

By having the motorist entering the highway yield the right-of-way to the motorist leaving the highway

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11
Q

What is the best way to enter a curve?

A

It is best to slow down before entering it and avoid drifting into another lane.

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12
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When seeing a disabled vehicle ahead, what should a motorist do?

A

They should reduce their speed and increase the space between his/her vehicle and the disabled vehicle.

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13
Q

What must a motorist do before making a right turn on a red light?

A

Check for incoming traffic

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14
Q

When must a motorist stop? (list four examples)

A

They must stop at an intersection with a stop sign, at an intersection with a red light, at an intersection with a yellow light after a green light, and when traffic officer orders the vehicle to stop

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15
Q

How many feet must a motorist stop from a railroad crossing when there are flashing red lights, ringing bells, descending or lowered gates, or flag signals?

A

15 feet

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16
Q

A motorist must stop how many feet away from a school bus when traveling on a two-lane road?

A

25 feet

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17
Q

When traveling next to a school bus on a dual-lane highway separated by a raised median, what should the motorist do?

A

Stop at least 25 feet away

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18
Q

If a school bus has stopped directly in front of a school to pick up/let off children, a motorist should do what?

A

They can pass from either direction at a speed of no more than 10 mph.

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19
Q

A motorist should slow to what speed if on the other side of a safety island or raised median when a school bus is stopped with flashing lights?

A

10 mph

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20
Q

What is the NJ Move Over Law?

A

The Nj move over law requires all motorists that are approaching a stationary, authorized emergency vehicle, tow truck, highway maintenance, or other emergency vehicles that show a flashing red, blue, amber, or yellow light to change lanes

21
Q

Headlights must be used between what hours?

A

Headlights must be used between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise.

22
Q

When should a motorist use bright beams?

A

They should use the bright beams for open country driving when there is no traffic in sight

23
Q

You cannot park within how many feet of ₁a crosswalk, ₂a fire hydrant, ₃a stop sign and ₄a railroad crossing?

A

Crosswalk- 25 feet
A fire hydrant: 10 feet
Stop sign: 50 feet
Railroad crossing: 50 feet

24
Q

List two examples of when a motorist may use a handheld electronic device while driving.

A

fire, traffic crash, serious road hazard, medical emergency, and hazardous material emergency

25
Q

What is the standard crash-prevention formula?

A

Be alert, be prepared, act in time

26
Q

What are some of the common distractions while driving?

A

Lighting a cigarette.
• Trying to fasten a safety belt while driving.
• Reaching across the seat to close a door or look in the glove
compartment.
• Reaching for coins in pockets while driving up to a toll booth.
• Trying to adjust a wristwatch.
• Watching children or pets in the vehicle.
• Trying to remove a coat.
• Reading maps and newspapers.
• Eating while driving.
• Adjusting a mirror while driving.
• Using a cellular phone or any other electronic device.
• Adjusting the radio or CD player.
• Shaving.
• Using a laptop computer or fax machine.
• Applying makeup.

27
Q

What is highway hypnosis?

A

A drowsy state from driving on open highways or open roads for an extended period of time

28
Q

Who is most at risk of drowsy driving?

A

Sleep-deprived.
• Driving long distances without rest breaks.
• Driving through the night or at other times when they are normally
asleep.
• Taking medicine that increases sleepiness, or drinking alcohol.
• Driving alone.
• Driving on long, rural, boring roads.
• Young people.
• Shift workers.
• Commercial drivers

29
Q

What is the proper rule for following distance?

A

Keep one car length between you and the car in front of you (about 20 feet)

30
Q

What is the three seconds-plus rule?

A

It means to leave 3 seconds worth of room between you and the vehicle you are following

31
Q

Which lane is the passing lane/

A

The left lane

32
Q

At what speed do tires start hydroplaning?

A

At 35 MPH

33
Q

What is hydroplaning?

A

When a car uncontrollably slides on the wet surface of a road

34
Q

What causes a vehicle to skid?

A

Accelerating too quickly, turning too fast, and improperly using the brakes

35
Q

What can cause reduced visibility?

A

frost or ice, fog, and sun glare

36
Q

What percentage of driving decisions are based on what a motorist sees while driving?

A

90%

37
Q

What factors should a driver consider when driving at night?

A

speed, reaction distance, and braking distance

38
Q

What are 3 things a driver can do to avoid crashes?

A

stop quickly, turn quickly, and speed up

39
Q

What are the four types of crashes?

A

Rear crash, side crash, head-on crash, and parked vehicle crash

40
Q

What are things to do in case of a crash?

A

Stop the vehicle.
• Remain calm.
• Assume the worst and get help (notify the police; call an ambulance).
• Wait at the scene but try not to block traffic.
• Ask for assistance from passing motorists, bikers, or joggers,
if needed.
• Depending on the location of the crash – local road, highway or in a busy
city intersection – warn oncoming traffic.

41
Q

What are things to do in construction zones?

A

stay alert, pay close attention, turn on headlights, do not tailgate, do not speed, minimize distractions, expect the unexpected, and be patient

42
Q

What should a driver do if their vehicle runs off the pavement?

A

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

43
Q

What are different driving situations?

A

City driving, highway driving, and driving on hills, bridges, & road hazards

44
Q

During city driving, what should a driver be aware of?

A

Heavier traffic and more pedestrians

45
Q

When should headlights be turned on?

A

One half hour after after sunset and one half hour before sunrise

46
Q

What should you do when entering a curve?

A

Slow down and don’t drift into other lines

47
Q

In New Jersey, what must you do before making a right turn on red?

A

Come to a complete stop and check for incoming traffic

48
Q

How many feet should you stop from a bus that stops?

A

25 feet

Davis, Drivers ed (3 decks)

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