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Drivers Ed: 1-3 Flashcards

1
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At what age are you eligible for a learner’s permit?

A

15 years and 9 months

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What must you do in order to obtain a learner’s permit?

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Pass a vision test and a knowledge test

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If you have a provisional license and you are under the age of 18, during what hours can you operate a motor vehicle? What are the exceptions?

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You can drive anytime except midnight to 5:00am, unless it’s for school, work, volunteer job, or sports

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If a learner’s permit holder commits a moving violation during their probationary period, what is the penalty?

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You have to re-start the 9-month waiting period for a provisional license

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If you are under the age of 18, once your parents co-sign for your provisional license, can they have it cancelled? If so, when will you be able to get it back?

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Yes, your parents can get your provisional license cancelled. You can get it back when you’re 18

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6
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How many hours must be recorded in your practice skills log if you are under 25? How many must be at night?

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60 hours, with at least 10 hours at night

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What is the leading cause of death amongst young people between the ages of 15 and 20?

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Car accidents

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8
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If you are under the age of 21 and stopped and found in possession of alcohol, what will you be charged with?

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Your license can be suspended or revoked

(suspended means you get it back eventually; revoked means you lose it permanently)

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9
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During the first 5 months of the provisional period, provisional license holders under the age of 18 are not allowed to do what?

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To carry passengers under the age of 18 except for family members; unless accompanied by a qualified supervising driver

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What do you have to do to get your provisional license? At what age are you eligible?

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You can get a Provisional License at 16.5 years old. In order to get a Provision License you need to

  1. complete a driver education program
  2. submit a practice log showing you’ve driven at least 60 hours
  3. have a learner’s permit for at least 9 months
  4. have no moving violations in the last 9 months
  5. successfully passed the driving skills test
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11
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A person who has a Learner’s Instructional Permit may drive

  1. with the supervision of any licensed driver
  2. without someone supervising
  3. with a person aged 21 or older who has held a license for at least 3 years
  4. with a person aged 18 or older who has held a license for at least 3 years
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  1. with a person aged 21 or older who has held a license for at least 3 years
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At what age are you eligible for your full license? Are there any restrictions?

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You have to be at least 18 years old.

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13
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While driving, a new driver under the age of 18 is prohibited from

  1. using a cell phone to call family
  2. texting a family member
  3. having a BAC of .02
  4. all of the above
A
  1. All of the above
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14
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To obtain a provisional license in Maryland, a new driver must

  1. pass a skills test including a closed course and an open road test
  2. must be registered for driver education
  3. must have held a learner’s instructional permit for 18 months
  4. must successfully complete 40 hours of practice driving
A
  1. pass a skills test including a closed course and an open road test
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15
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What minimum distance from the steering wheel that a driver should sit?

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10-12 inches from the chest

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16
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What is the proper hand position on the steering wheel?

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9 o’clock and 3 o’clock

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17
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What is the minimum safe following distance under ideal conditions?

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at least 3-4 seconds behind

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18
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When backing and turning, what direction should you signal and steer?

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Activate your turn signal in advance to warn other drivers

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19
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In what situations should you use your mirror?

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  1. before me make a lane change to make sure no one is already in that lane
  2. backing up
20
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What is the purpose of the hazard flasher lights?

A

To indicate an emergency on your part

21
Q

What is the last step you perform when preparing to drive?

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22
Q

Draw the dash board warning light for the oil pressure light/gauge, engine temperature light/gauge, Air bag warning light, and seat belt warning light

A

x

23
Q

Who of the following can overrule a traffic signal

  1. Crossing guard
  2. Police officer
  3. state trooper
  4. All of the above
A
  1. All of the above
24
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A yield sign

  1. means that a driver must stop before entering traffic
  2. means that a driver should give way to other drivers, pedestrians, or cyclists
  3. means two roads are separating
  4. is frequently found in residential neighborhoods
A
  1. means that a driver should give way to other drivers, pedestrians, or cyclists
25
Q

Which type of line is used to mark the right edge of a road?

A

A solid white line

26
Q

What must a driver do at a flashing yellow light?

  1. slow down and proceed with caution
  2. be ready for a traffic light ahead
  3. stop and wait until the light stops flashing
  4. stop and proceed only when clear
A
  1. slow down and proceed with caution
27
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The purpose of a diamond-shaped yellow sign with black markings is to

  1. guide drivers to rest areas
  2. warn of hazards ahead
  3. provide hazards ahead
  4. indicate a lower speed limit
A
  1. warn of hazards ahead
28
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A flashing red light at an intersection means a driver must

  1. stop and wait until it stops flashing
  2. stop only if there is cross traffic
  3. slow down and proceed with caution
  4. make a complete stop and proceed when the way is clear
A
  1. make a complete stop and proceed when the way is clear
29
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The purpose of traffic signs is

  1. to direct, to decide, and to stop drivers
  2. to observe, to direct, and to guide drivers
  3. to stop, to warn, and to decide drivers
  4. to regulate, to warn, and to guide drivers
A
  1. to regulate, to warn, and to guide drivers
30
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What type of sign is this?

A

Regulatory

31
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What is the meaning of this sign?

A

Merging traffic. This means that cars will be coming from another road to get onto the road you’re on

32
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What type of sign is this?

A

Traffic warning sign

33
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A red indicator light on a dashboard indcates

  1. a serious vehicle malfunction that must be addressed immediately
  2. a vehicle malfunction that needs to be addressed but is not urgent
  3. a vehicle system that is operation
  4. a minor vehcile malfunction
A
  1. a serious vehicle malfunction that must be addressed immediately
34
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Why should a driver conduct a pre-entry check?

  1. allows driver to check for anyone behind the vehicle
  2. allows driver to check for low or flat tires
  3. allows driver to check for leaking fluids
  4. all of the above
A
  1. All of the above
35
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According to Maryland law, who must wear a seat belt?

  1. only passengers under the age of 18 and the driver
  2. only front seat passengers and the driver;
  3. only passengers under the age of 21 and the driver
  4. all passengers and the driver regardless of age or position in the vehicle
A
  1. all passengers and the driver regardless of age or position in the vehicle
36
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A parking brake

  1. can be called an emergency break because it will always stop you if your brakes fail
  2. is used to secure a vehicle only when parked on a steep incline
  3. is used to secure a vehicle when parked
  4. will not allow the vehicle to move
A
  1. is used to secure a vehicle when parked
37
Q

What is the primary purpose of traffic laws?

A

to prevent traffic crashes and promote the orderly flow of traffic

38
Q

Give the colors and shapes you would find for the following types of signs:

  1. Warning
  2. Regulatory
  3. School Crossing
  4. Guide
  5. Construction
A

need answer from teacher. Regulatory signs, for example, can be an octagon (stop sign) or triangle (yield)

39
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What do the following lane markings indicate?

  1. Solid white line on the right side of the road
  2. Solid yellow line(s) on the left side of the road
  3. Solid yellow lines between lanes
  4. Dashed white line
  5. Dashed yellow line
A
  1. Solid white line on the right side of the road - the right edge of the road
  2. Solid yellow line(s) on the left side of the road - the left edge of the road
  3. Solid yellow lines between lanes - separates traffic flowing in opposite directions
  4. Dashed white line - separates traffic lanes flowing in the same direction
  5. Dashed yellow line - tells the driver he/she can pass the car in front of them if there is no oncoming traffic
40
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How do you respond the following types of signals?

  1. Flashing yellow
  2. Flashing red
  3. Signal that is not working
A
  1. Flashing yellow - slow down proceed with caution
  2. Flashing red - Stop and proceed when clear
  3. Signal that is not working - Stop and proceed when clear
41
Q

What does HOV stand for and what symbols and lane marking is it indicated by?

A

HOV stands for “High Occupancy Vehicle” and is marked by a diamond shape

42
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Why are traffic lights always in the same order?

What is the order of color for both horizontal and vertical traffic signals?

A

need teacher to answer first question

horizontal - top to bottom is Red, Yellow, Green

Vertical: left to right is Red, Yellow, and Green

43
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What type of sign is a stop sign?

A

A stop sign is a “regulatory” sign

44
Q

What is a stale green light and how should you respond to one?

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Not available in any of the materials

45
Q

What are the different types of traffic signs?

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  1. Regulatory signs - lets road users know the traffic laws and they MUST be obeyed
  2. Traffic warning signs - provide notice to road users of a situation that might not be visible right away
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