Chapter 5 - Natural Laws and Car Control Flashcards
1
Q
center of gravity
A
point around which an objects weight is evenly distributed
2
Q
energy of motion
A
energy an object needs to move
3
Q
most vehicles have a ____ center of gravity
A
low
4
Q
sudden loss of air pressure in your tires
A
blowout
5
Q
banked curves
A
curves that are higher on the outside than on the inside
6
Q
average reaction time
A
.75 seconds
7
Q
if your speed doubles, your braking distance ______
A
quadruples
8
Q
active restraint device
A
seatbelt
9
Q
passive restraint device
A
air bag
10
Q
an increase in speed and weight can equal an increase in _____________
A
force of impact
