Defensive Driving Flashcards
Define and apply a variety of defensive driving techniques like signaling, steering and scanning all around your vehicle. Select different driving conditions and how to avoid or prevent accidents in these situations.
When sunlight is intense, how should a driver signal to others on the road?
Use hand signals to indicate they are turning left, right, changing lanes, stopping or slowing down.
When should a driver use a signal?
A. 100 feet before the turning point.
B. At least 5 seconds before changing lanes.
C. Even when you do not see other vehicles.
D. All of the above.
D. All of the above:
- 100 feet before the turning point.
- At least 5 seconds before changing lanes.
- Even when you do not see other vehicles.
When should a driver use hand-over-hand steering actions?
Use hand over hand steering during critical steering movements such as parking, performing sharp right turns, and correcting a skid.
How far ahead should a driver look down the road?
Know what is ahead by looking 10-15 seconds down the road. Be prepared for traffic conditions, and drivers merging from other lanes.
What is a safe time cushion between vehicles on the road?
Allow at least a 4-second cushion between vehicles when: Being crowded by tail-gater, driving on slippery roads, following motorcyclists on wet or icy road conditions, when vehicle behind you wants to pass, towing a trailer or heavy load, following behind large vehicle, you see a bus or service vehicle.
What is the proper protocol when stopping and then proceeding at an intersection?
Look to the left, then right, and then left again. Look even when opposing traffic has a red light or stop sign.
Should a driver depend solely on car mirrors or side window mirrors when backing up?
No. When backing up,
- Check behind and in front of vehicle before getting in car.
- Keep an eye out for other children before backing up.
- Do not depend solely on car mirrors or side window.
- Look over both your right and left shoulders and then repeat before backing up.
True or False: Turn on your lights during the day if you cannot see beyond 1,000 feet ahead.
True. Turn on your lights during the day if you cannot see beyond 1,000 feet ahead.
When driving in the fog, what type of lights should a driver use?
Use low beam headlights when driving in the fog.
True or False: A driver can see pedestrians, motorcyclists and bicyclists at night just as they would during the day.
False. Pedestrians, motorcyclists and bicyclists are much more difficult to see when it is dark.
How fast should one drive during heavy snow or rain?
Reduce speed to 30 mph or less in heavy snow or rain.
When should a driver use their horn?
Use horn only when necessary to avoid collisions.
How much distance does a driver need to safely pass another car on a hill or curve?
Do not pass the driver ahead unless hill or curve is at least 1/3 mile away.
When should a driver use their emergency vehicle lights?
Use your emergency vehicle lights if you see a collision ahead to warn other drivers or if your vehicle is stalled or not moving.
When is it OK to use high beam lights?
When driving in the country or dark city streets, use high beam headlights, unless illegal or another driver is approaching.
