Drivers Permit Flashcards
In your vehicle, what should you adjust before you start your engine?
-adjust the seat so you can reach all controls.
- adjust all rear-view mirrors so that you can use them without having to lean
forward or backward.
What are the equipment requirements for windshields and side windows?
Windshields* Must be safety glass and may not be covered or treated with any
material that makes the windshield reflective or non-transparent.
Must be free of any stickers not required by law.
Side & Rear Windows* May not be composed of, covered by, or treated with any material
which has a mirrored appearance or reflects more than 25% of the
light (side windows) or more than 35% of the light (rear window).
What are bumper height requirements? Are they the same for every vehicle?
Owners of automobiles and pickup
trucks are required to have front and
rear bumpers mounted within certain
height levels. Height limitations are
governed by the net shipping weight of
the vehicle, not the modified or altered
weight.
They are not the same for every vehicle.
What must you do if hauling a load of material which could fall or blow onto the
roadway
► You must use a close-fitting cover
when hauling loads which could
fall or blow onto the roadway (e.g.,
dirt, sand, gravel).
► Every truck carrying logs or pulpwood must use lock chains to
securely fasten the load.
When a projected load extends more than 4 feet from the vehicle, what must you
use to clearly mark it in the daytime? At night?
You must have one
amber strobe-type lamp equipped so
that the lamp is visible from the rear
and both sides of the projecting load.
The lamp must be operational and
seen any time of day or night.
Why is drowsy driving dangerous?
► slow your thought processes and
reaction time;
► affect your judgment and vision;
► impair your senses and abilities;
and/or
► cause micro-sleeping (“nodding
of”) or falling completely asleep.
What should you do if another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving
dangerously around you?
Remain calm and try to put as much distance between you and them as
possible. Slow down and let them pass.* Do not make eye contact; do not make obscene gestures. If you need help, call FHP (347) or 911.
What are the three main categories of distracted driving?
- Visual
- Manual
- Cognitive
Why is texting one of the most dangerous distracted driving behaviors?
Texting involves all three types of
distractions
Can anyone drink and drive safely?
No one can drink
alcohol and drive safely, even if you
have been driving for many years.
Both your judgment and vision are affected after drinking alcohol. Which is
affected first?
Your judgment
What can happen to you if you are in a crash and not wearing a seat belt?
► from being ejected from the vehicle;
► from being thrown against other passengers, your steering wheel,
or windshield; and
► behind the wheel, where you can control the vehicle.
What age are children required to be in a car seat? In a car seat or booster seat?
under the age of 4 and 4-5
If a law enforcement officer stops a vehicle and the front seat passenger under 18
years old is not wearing a safety belt, who will be charged with the seat belt
violation?
Passengers 18 years old or older will be charged with the violation
What does a single broken white line on the highway mean?
You may cross this line to
change lanes when it is safe to do so.
What does a double solid yellow line in the center of the highway mean? A double
solid white line?
Double Solid Lines:
Vehicles moving in either
direction must not pass/cross these lines (unless turning
left when it is safe to do so).
A double
solid white line?
Crossing a double solid line/ changing lanes is not allowed.
What does a solid yellow line to the right of the center line of the highway mean?
. Marks the left edge of the roadway on divided highways and one-way streets.
What do the colors of traffic signs indicate (red, orange, yellow, etc.)
Red: Stop. Do not enter. Wrong way. Yield.
Orange: Construction and maintenance warning.
Yellow: General warning. Advisory of unexpected
roadway conditions.
Fluorescent Yellow Green:
High emphasis warning of school, pedestrian,
and bicycling activity.
White/Black:
Regulatory. Control traffic; set limits, or give
commands.
Green:
Guide, or directional information.
Blue:
Driver guidance. It is also used to identify
parking spaces for disabled drivers.
Brown:
Areas of public recreation, cultural, and
historical significance.
When more than one vehicle approaches a four-way stop sign, which one moves
first?
Each driver must yield to the drivers on their right.
What does a red traffic light mean? What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
► Come to a complete stop at the stop line. Remain stopped
until the light turns green.
► Don’t stop too far away from the stop line. Some signals
change only when sensors detect vehicles at the stop line.
► You may turn lef from a one-way street onto a one-way
street that has trafic moving to the lef.
► Before turning, you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in the crosswalk and oncoming trafic.
► Running (driving through) the red light is against the law
and is extremely dangerous!
Flashing Red Light:
Used at dangerous intersections. Treat it like a stop sign; stop and
proceed when safe.
After a full stop at a red traffic light when may a driver turn right?
► After stopping, you may turn right if there is not a NO TURN
ON RED sign and the way is clear.
What does a green arrow showing at the same time as a red traffic light mean you can do?
► If the red light is illuminated at the same time, you must be in
the proper lane for such a turn.
► You must yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in
the intersection.
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
► Turns are allowed in the direction of the arrow.
► The oncoming traffic has a green light. Yield to oncoming traffic
and pedestrians.
If you are approaching a railroad crossing that does not have gates or lights and you see a train coming, what should you do?
► Slow down when approaching railroad crossings.
► Be prepared to stop especially when following buses or
trucks; many are required to stop at railroad crossings
even when gates are up/lights are not flashing.
What happens to the force of impact when you double your speed? Triple your speed?
► When you double the speed of a car, you increase its force of impact
four times.
► When you triple the speed of a car, you increase its force of impact
nine times.
What is the maximum speed limit on a limited access highway?
70MPH
What is the maximum speed limit on a limited access highway?
70MPH
Can you be issued a citation for driving too slowly?
yes
What are the steps for making a smooth stop?
► Check all mirrors and blind spots
for traffic to the rear.
► Release the accelerator to allow
the vehicle to slow. Press the brake
pedal to activate brake lights and
use a steady pressure.
What is the arm signal for a left turn? Right turn? Slow or stop
Left Turn:
left arm straight out
Right Turn- Left arm at 90degree angle
Slow or Stop:
Left arm down
How long (distance) should you signal before making a left or right turn?
at least 100ft
When can you use a three-point turn? Where should you never make a three-point
turn?
CAN:
Only if the road is too narrow for a U-turn and you can’t go
around the block.
CAN’T:
Never make a three-point turn or a
U-turn on a curve, a hill, the highway,
or where there is a sign that prohibits
U-turns.
