Class 3 Flashcards

speed limits

1
Q

One way you can reduce the effects of inertia in a car is by….

A

Wearing safety belts

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2
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Skids can be caused by….

A

Reduced traction, driving too fast, and changing directions too quickly

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3
Q

To maximize your traction in a curve you must….

A

Brake before entering your curve, and maintaining your speed as ou enter the curve

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4
Q

The minimum safe following distance is….

A

Three seconds between your vehicle and the vehicle you are following

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5
Q

If you are driving in the rain….

A

Your traction will be decreased, you must increase your following distance, and you must slow down

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6
Q

What is total stopping distance….

A

Perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance

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7
Q

why should you stay at least 1 car length behind another vehicle when stopped?

A

If you get rear ended, you won’t hit the vehicle in front, if their vehicle stalls you can go around, and if they need to back up

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8
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If you are driving in bad weather….

A

You must increase your following distance, You must slow down, and you must leave earlier

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9
Q

your car speeds up going down a steep hill because…..

A

Gravity makes the car go faster

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