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Driving Safely Flashcards

1
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What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection?

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Safety for yourself and for other road users

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What things should you check during a trip?

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  1. Watch gages for signs of trouble
  2. Use your senses to check for problems (look, listen, smell, feel)
  3. Tires wheels and rims
  4. Brakes
  5. Lights and reflectors
  6. Brake and electrical connections to trailer
  7. Trailer coupling devices
  8. Cargo securement devices
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Name some key steering system parts?

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  1. Tie rod
  2. Steering wheel
  3. Steering shaft
  4. Power steering cylinders
  5. Steering arm
  6. Spindle
  7. Steering knuckle
  8. Drag link
  9. Pitman arm
  10. Gear box
  11. Hydraulic fluid reservoir
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Name some suspension system defects

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  1. Spring hangers that allow movement of axle from proper position
  2. Cracked or broken spring hangers.
  3. Missing or broken leaves and any leaf spring
  4. Broken leaves in a multi leaf spring or leaves that have shifted so they might hit a tire or other part
  5. Leaking shock absorbers
  6. Torque rod or arm, u bolts, spring hangers or other axle positioning parts that are cracked damaged or missing
  7. Air suspension systems that are damaged or leaking
  8. Any loose, cracked, broken or missing frame members
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What three kinds of emergency equipment must you have?

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  1. Spare electrical fuses
  2. three red reflective triangles, 6 fuses or 3 liquid burning flares
  3. Properly charged and rated fire extinguisher
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What is the minimum tread depth for front tires?

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4/32 inch tread depth

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Name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection

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  1. Condition of front axle
  2. Condition of steering system
  3. No loose worn or been damaged or missing parts
  4. must grab steering mechanism to test for looseness
  5. condition of windshield
  6. check for damage and clean if dirty
  7. check windshield wiper arms for proper spring tension
  8. Check wiper blades for damage, stiff rubber and securement
  9. Lights and reflectors
  10. Parking, clearance, and identification lights clean, operating, and proper color (amber at front)
  11. Reflectors clean and proper color (amber at front)
  12. Right front turn signal light clean, operating and proper color
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What should wheel bearing seals be checked for?

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Should be checked for leaks

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How many red reflective triangles should you carry

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3

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How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?

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Pump the brake pedal three times with the engine on then apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for five seconds. The pedal should not move. If it moves you could have a leak

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Why put the starter switch key in your pocket during the vehicle inspection?

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So no one moves the vehicle while you were inspecting it

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Why should you back up towards the drivers side?

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If you back and turn towards the drivers side you can watch the rear of your vehicle by looking out the side window.

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If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back?

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Put the parking brake on, release the parking brake only when you have applied enough engine power to keep from rolling back.

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When backing why is it important to use a helper?

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There are blind spots.

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What is the most important hand signal you and the helper should agree on?

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Stop

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What are the two special conditions where you should downshift?

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Before starting down a hill & before entering a curve

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When should you downshift automatic transmissions?

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Select a low range to get greater engine braking when going down grades.

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Retarders keep you from skidding when the road is slippery. True or false?

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False

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What are two ways to know when to shift?

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Use engine speed (rpm) and use road speed (mph)

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20
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How far ahead does the manual say you should look?

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12-15 seconds ahead. About one block at lower speeds. About quarter mile on highway.

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What are two main things to look for ahead?

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  1. Look for vehicles coming onto the highway, into your lane, or turning. 2. Watch for brake lights from slowing vehicles.
22
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Whats your most important way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle?

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Mirrors

23
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What does “communicating” mean in safe driving?

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Signaling

24
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Where should you place reflectors when stopped on a divided highway?

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10’ back, 100’ back & 200’ back

25
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What three things add up to total stopping distance?

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Perception distance, reaction distance & braking distance.

26
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If you go twice as fast, will your stopping distance increase by two or four times?

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Four

27
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Empty trucks have the best braking. True or false

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False

28
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What is hydroplaning?

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When water or slush collects on the road, the tires lose their contact with the road and have little to no traction. Its like water skiing.

29
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What is black ice?

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A thin layer of ice that is clear enough to see the road underneath it.

30
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How do you find out how many seconds of following distance space you have?

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You need at least one second for each 10 feet of vehicle length below 40mph. Over 40mph add 1 second for safety.

31
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If you are driving a 30 foot vehicle at 55 mph, hope many seconds of following distance should you allow?

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4 seconds

32
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You should decrease your following distance if somebody is following you to closely. True or false?

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False

33
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If you swing wide to the left before turning right, another driver may try to pass you on the right. True or false?

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True

34
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What is a hazard?

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Any road condition or other road user that is a possible danger.

35
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Why make emergency plans when you see a hazard?

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You will have more time to act if you see hazards before they become emergencies. Being prepared reduces the danger.

36
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What are some tips to follow so you won’t become a distracted driver?

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1. Turn off all communication devices

  1. Do not type or read a text message on her mobile device while driving
  2. Familiarize yourself with your vehicles features and equipment before you get behind the wheel
  3. Adjust all vehicle controls and mirrors to your preferences prior to driving.
  4. Preprogram radio stations
  5. Review maps, program the GPS and plan your route before you begin driving
  6. Don’t attempt to read or white right while you drive.
  7. Avoid smoking, eating and drinking while you drive. Leave early to allow yourself time to stop to eat.
  8. Don’t engage in complex or emotionally intense conversations with other occupants.
  9. Secure a commitment from other occupants to behave responsibly and to support the driver and reducing distractions.
37
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How do you use in vehicle communications equipment cautiously?

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When possible, pull off the road in a safe, legal place when making/ receiving a call on communication equipment.

38
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How do you recognize a distracted driver?

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  1. Vehicles that may drift over the Lane divider lines or within their own lane
  2. Vehicles traveling at inconsistent speeds.
  3. Drivers who are preoccupied with Maps, food, cigarettes, cell phones, or other objects.
  4. Drivers who appear to be involved in conversations with their passengers.
39
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What is the difference between aggressive driving and road rage?

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Aggressive driving is the active operating a motor vehicle in a selfish, board, or pushy manner, without regard for the rights or safety of others (i.e., changing lanes frequently and abruptly without notice)

Road rage is operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others or physically assaulting a driver or their vehicle

40
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What should you do when confronted with an aggressive driver?

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  1. Make every attempt to get out of their way
  2. Do not challenge them by speeding up or attempting to hold your own and your travel lane
  3. Avoid eye contact
  4. Ignore gestures and refuse to react to them
  5. Report aggressive drivers to the appropriate authorities by providing a vehicle description, license number, location and, if possible, direction of travel
  6. If you have a cell phone, and can do it safely, call the police.
  7. If an aggressive driver is involved in a crash further down the road, stop a safe distance from the crash scene, wait for the police to arrive, and report the driving behavior that you witnessed.
41
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What are some things you can do to reduce your stress before and while you drive?

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  1. Listen to “easy listening” music
  2. Give the drive your full attention
  3. Be realistic about your travel time. Expect delays.
  4. If you’re going to be later than you expected, deal with it. take a deep breath and accept the delay
  5. Give other drivers the benefit of the doubt. Try to imagine why here she is driving that way. Whatever the reason, it has nothing to do with you
  6. Slow down and keep your following distance reasonable.
  7. Don’t drive slowly in the left-hand lane of traffic.
  8. Avoid gestures. Keep your hands on the wheel.
  9. Avoid making any gestures that might anger another driver, even seemingly harmless expressions of irritation like shaking your head.
  10. Be a cautious and courteous driver. If another driver seems eager to get in front of you, say, “be my guest.” This response will soon become a habit and you won’t be as offended by other drivers actions
42
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You should use low beams whenever you can. True or false?

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False

43
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What should you do before you drive if you are drowsy?

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  1. Get adequate sleep, adults need 8 to 9 hours to maintain alertness
  2. Prepare route carefully to identify total distance, stopping points and other logistic considerations
  3. Schedule chips for the hours you were normally awake, not the middle of the night
  4. Drive with a passenger
  5. Avoid medication that cause drowsiness
  6. Consult your physician if you suffer from daytime sleepiness, have difficulty sleeping at night or take frequent naps
  7. Incorporate exercise into your daily life to give you more energy
44
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What effects can wet brakes cause? How can you avoid these problems?

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Wet brakes can cause the brakes to be weak, to apply unevenly, or to grab. This can cause lack of braking power, wheel lock ups, pulling to one side or the other, and jackknife if you pull a trailer.

Avoid driving through deep puddles or flowing water if possible. If not you should:

  1. Slow down and plays transmission in a low gear.
  2. Gently put on the brakes. This process linings against the brake drums or discs and keeps mud, slit, sand, and water from getting in.
  3. Increase engine rpm and cross the water while keeping light pressure on the brakes.
  4. When out of the water, maintain light pressure on the brakes for short distance to heat them up and dry them out.
  5. Make a test stop when safe to do so. Check behind you to make sure no one is following, then apply the brakes to be sure they work well. If not, dry them out further as described above.
45
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You should let air out of hot tires so the pressure goes back to normal. True or false?

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False

46
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You can safely remove the radiator cap as long as the engine isnt overheated. True or false?

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False

47
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What factors determine your selection of a safe speed when going down a long steep downgrade?

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  1. Total weight of the vehicle and cargo.
  2. Length of the grade.
  3. Steepness of the grade.
  4. Road conditions.
  5. Weather.
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Why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill?

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He won’t be able to shift into a lower gear when you’re on the hill, you may not even be able to get back into any gear and all engine braking affect will be lost. Forcing an automatic transmission into a lower gear at a high speed could damage the transmission and also lead to loss of all engine braking affect.

49
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Describe the proper breaking technique when going down a long, steep downgrade.

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  1. Apply the brakes just hard enough to feel a definite slow down
  2. When your speed has been reduced to approximately 5 mph below your safe speed, release the brakes for 3 seconds
  3. When your speed has increased to your safe speed, repeat steps one and two
50
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What type of vehicles can get stuck on a railroad Highway crossing?

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  1. Low-slung units (lowboy, car carrier, moving van, possum belly livestock trailer)
  2. Single axle tractor pulling along trailer with its landing gear such accommodate a tandem axle tractor
51
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How long does it take for a typical tractor trailer unit to clear a double track?

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More than 15 seconds

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