Drivers Ed Final Exam Test Flashcards
Your car insurance be cancelled if you have a bad collision or violation record.
True
When parallel parking uphill, w/a curb on the right, turn your wheel to the left.
True
Traveling on an expressway with other cars is safer than being a loner.
False
Speed limits are set for ideal driving conditions.
True
The main responsibility for passing safely belongs to the driver passing.
True
A poor road is a major cause in the majority of collisions.
False
Your attitude is important on determining on how safe a driver you are.
True
You should always turn your lights on in adverse conditions.
True
You should always drive faster when going through deep water to avoid stalling the engine.
False
The last hour of rainfall is the most deadliest.
False
Mechanical failure causes more incidents than driver error.
False
When tires are hot during a long drive, you should let out enough air to the recommended amount.
False
Safe driving is more of a physical skill than a mental skill.
False
A fresh green light is one that just turned from red to green.
True
Depth perception is the ability to judge a distance from yourself to the vehicles ahead of you.
True
You must stop on a two way street when you see an oncoming school bus w/flashing lights.
True
A school zone sign is the same as a school crossing sign.
False
Over driving your headlights means you are going at a speed that makes your stopping distance greater than the the area lite by your headlights.
True
You should always adjust your mirrors when you adjust your seat.
False`
The road you frequently drive on will likely have different risks each day.
True
What is the Smith System?
An organized method designed to help drivers develop good seeing habits.
For the Smith System what does MAGKL?
Make sure others see you Aim high in steering Get the big picture Keep your eyes moving Leave yourself an out
What does a defensive driver look like?
Moves their eyes constantly, checks zones, and uses the IPDE process.
What is Joshua’s Law?
It changed the class D driver’s license requirements for teen drivers by making hem tougher to pass.
A driver licensed in GA is required to provide a child seat for children under age what?
8
What does a red circle and a slash mean?
Means that that action is not allowed.
At a controlled intersection you stop where?
At the stop line.
Which steering technique is correct when backing up?
Steer which ever way you want to go.
When would you slow down and proceed with caution?
A flashing yellow light.
Searching for threatening object in traffic depends on what?
Moving eyes quickly from place to place.
What is the best way to keep out of an emergency situation?
Search for threatening objects.
Why do you make visual checks to the left or right before changing lanes?
To check blind spots or areas not covered in mirrors.
Managing space to the front of your car requires how long of a certain following distance?
3 seconds
The first ability lost by a driver when under the influence by alcohol is what?
Judgment
Any driver in GA is considered DUI if chemical tests show what?
.08 or higher
What is alcohol classified as?
A depressant
Where are drivers likely to become more drowsy?
High speed, rural, straight roads.
How do you identify aggressive drivers?
If they take more risks.
While driving in fog what kind of light should you use?
Low beam
What is hydroplaning?
When tires are not on the road but on water.
What do you do to prevent hydroplaning?
Ease off accelerator, don’t brake, steer where you want to go.
How fast you drive in fog depends on what?
How far you can see.
Wht is the most important thing to do before changing lanes?
Look to see if your path of travel is open and clear.
When in the acceleration lane getting ready to merge into the expressway what do you do?
Adjust your speed to the flow of traffic on the expressway.
What is the most important step when turning?
Careful check of traffic.
You are able to check blindspot areas by doing what?
Using the inside and outside mirrors and a head check.
What law established GDL(Graduated Driver Licensing)?
Teenage Adult Driver and Responsibility Act(TADRA)
What is not a visual search category when driving?
Passengers in your car
Odd interstate signs mean what?
The direction of the interstate goes North and South.
In a 2yr period what is the maximum amount of points you can have on your license?
15 points
If a mechanical emergency appears when driving, the best gear to put your car in is what?
Neutral
