driving theory Flashcards
what should you see when passing an 18-wheeler?
the pavement in front of vehicle in rearview and outside mirrors
what is the biggest no-zone on a truck?
the right blind spot
Three parts of the highway transportation system
roadway users, roadways, vehicles
operating costs
money for fuel, oil, tires, oil changes
fixed costs
car price, fees, insurance
how many zones in car
6
nystagmus gaze
wobbly/twitchy eyes of the impaired
at least how full should your fuel gauge be during cold weather?
half full
what is neutral shift
wheels roll w/o power
tachometer
rpm
Antilock braking system
keeps wheels from locking if you brake forcefully
when steering, your target should be
aligned with the center of the steering wheel
braking point
where brakes begin to work and slow the vehicle
SMOG acronym
See -Mirrors -Over Shoulder- Go. For passing
IPDE
identify predict decide execute
what defines an open zone?
line of sight is free, can travel to zone
In what order should you search your ranges?
target area (furthest), 12-15 second range, 4-6 second range (closest)
Field of vision
what you see looking straight. 90 degrees to each side, 180 total.
Central vison
the middle 10 degree part of your central vision. The clearest
peripheral vision
field of vision - central vision
following distance
4 seconds (5 on highway)
space cushion
area of space around a vehicle
convex mirrors in your outside mirrors
get rid of your blindspots
hand upward
right turn
hand straight out
left turn
hand down
slow/stop
when turning at intersections, accelerate
halfway through the turn
lane position 1
center of lane
lane position 2
left side of lane
lane position 3
right side of lane
when doing a turnabout, you should have a
10 second visibility both sides
in angle parking, you should have a minimum of _____ from the parked cars
6 feet
what % of crashes happen in intersections?
50%
what is a safety stop
at intersection: front bumper even with curb line or cars parked on cross street
how long should you wait before continuing after a recently stopped car (intersection)
2 seconds
doghouse signal light
for high traffic. 5 lights: green and yellow left turn arrow
delayed green light
one side has green light, the other has red. allows traffic to flow more smoothly, make a move before oncoming traffic gets a green
railroad sign distance from tracks
cities: 250 ft. rural: 750 ft.
how big should the tire footprint (amount of tire that touches ground when properly inflated) be?
about size of adult hand
the faster and heavier the car, the more
momentum
check tire pressure before driving when the weather is
cold
shock absorbers
stop tires from bouncing
when is there a perfect balance of weight distribution on a car?
when the car is immobile
center of gravity
center around which weight is evenly distributed
the closer the center of gravity of the car to the ground, the more
stable the car is
pitch
tilting motion front to back
when you accelerate, the weight goes on the
back tires
when you brake, the weight goes on the
front tires
yaw
rotation of car when traction lost
the higher the speed/momentum, the more ____________ is consumed
traction
crowned road
tall in the middle
banked road
tall on edges or one edge
total stopping distance
distance you travel from when you first perceive the hazard to until you reach a full stop
perception time
the time it takes you to identify, predict, and decide.
the average perception time for an alert driver is
3/4 of a second
reaction time
time it takes to apply brake
braking distance
distance traveled from brake applied to full stop reached. proportional to square of speed
an example active restraint device
seatbelt (you must engage)
an example passive restraint device
airbag (automatic)
when passing, rejoin your lane when you can see
one headlight of the car you passed in the rearview mirror
do not pass within ______ the top of a hill
700-1000ft
do not pass within 100 ft of
intersection, railroad, two-way bridge, underpass, curves
switchbacks
sharp turns on mountains
pull-out lanes
mountain side roads for slower cars
runaway vehicle ramps
for large vehicles with braking problems downhill
How to pass a horse
- slow
- head check, signal, check mirrors
- make eye contact with the rider
moped
two wheels. max speeds of 20-35 mph
when passing a bike or other vehicle, leave at least
a 1/2 lane of space between you and them
scooter
smaller than motorcycle, step through frame
motorcycle
max speed 100 mph. less stable at low speeds, less maneuverable at high speeds
how do motorcycles get traction in wet weather
riding in tire tracks of car in front of them
front no zones on trucks can extend to
20+ ft
trucks can see you best when you are
on their left side
what is truck biggest no zone
right side no zone
How do you know a truck driver can see you?
you can see yourself in their side mirror
blinking yellow light at intersection
proceed with caution
steady yellow light at intersection
stop if safe to do so
To pass the vehicle ahead of you on a two-lane road, you move into the opposing lane. If you are convicted of ignoring oncoming vehicles in that lane, ____ points will be added to your driving record.
4
If you are convicted of driving while in possession of a controlled drug, your license will be revoked for at least
60 days
If you are convicted of allowing an underage or unlicensed person to operate a motor vehicle, ____ points will be added to your driving record.
2
If you are convicted of driving while in possession of a controlled drug, your license will be revoked for up to
2 years
If you are convicted of speeding at 25 mph or more over the posted speed limit, ____ points will be added to your driving record.
4
If you are convicted of speeding at 25 mph or more over the posted speed limit, four points will be added to your driving record. Also, a fine of as much as $_____ can be given when on ________
400, interstate 93 (70mph)
you may not park within ___ feet of a crosswalk at an intersection
20
you may not park within _____ feet of the nearest rail at a railroad crossing
50
you may not park within within 30 feet of a
stop sign, yield sign, or traffic signal.
If you are convicted of driving without having first obtained a driver license, ____ point(s) will be added to your driving record.
1.
If you are convicted of driving without having first obtained a driver license: it is a ________ and you can be fined a maximum of _____
class b misdemeanor, $1200
If you refuse to submit to chemical testing, your driver license will be suspended for ________ if it’s your first such refusal.
180 days
If a driver under 18 years of age accumulates six points within twelve months, his or her license will be suspended for up to
3 months
Drivers Under the Age of 18 are Subject to these Suspensions:
12 Points in two calendar years = up to ____ suspension
6 months
Drivers Under the Age of 18 are Subject to these Suspensions:
18 Points in three calendar years = up to ___suspension
Drivers Under the Age of 21 are Subject to these Suspensions:
____ Points in one calendar year = up to 3 months suspension
9
Drivers Under the Age of 21 are Subject to these Suspensions:
______ = up to 6 months suspension
15 points in two calendar years
Driver under 21:
_____ Points in three calendar years = up to 1 year suspension
21
Drivers older than 21:
___ points in one calendar year, ___ points in two, ___ in 3. (3 moth, 6 month, and 1 year suspension respectively).
12, 18, 24
If a driver between 18 and 20 years of age accumulates ____ points within one year, his or her license will be suspended for up to three months.
9
If you violate New Hampshire’s Open Container law for the second time, your driving privileges may be suspended for up to
1 year
When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least
1 vehicle length
At 55 mph on a two-lane road, you will need _________ to safely pass the vehicle ahead of you.
1,600 feet
complete pass in
10 seconds?
When passing a truck, you should
not remain in blind spots longer than necessary
If another driver is tailgating you, the best course of action is to
If you are being tailgated, try tapping your brakes to flash your brake lights. If the tailgater does not drop back, slow down and encourage the tailgater to pass
While driving on the regular road, you should signal at least _____ feet before you turn.
100
While driving on the highway, you should signal at least _____ feet before you turn.
500
In New Hampshire, when meeting or following a vehicle at night, you must _________ at least 150 feet away.
dim your headlights
Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways?
single solid yellow lines
If you are being passed by another vehicle, you should
stay in your lane do not increase your speed
In New Hampshire, when are you allowed to make a left turn at a red light?
when a sign permits it
Diagonal yellow stripes painted on some streets and highways indicate
a narrow road or an obstruction ahead.
when parking downhill, turn your wheels to the
right (towards curb)
Where there are three or more lanes going in the same direction, the _________ usually offer(s) the smoothest flow of traffic.
middle
a “fines doubled” sign may be added in
work zones
fringe vision
the peripheral closest to your central vision
tunnel vision
field of view of 140 degrees or less
how far should you park from fire hydrant
at least 15 ft
if deemed a habitual offender, what could be the punishment?
1-4 year suspension
your driver’s license expires on your birthday every
5 years (reminder emailed 2 month before)
can renew license up to ___ in advance if you plan to be out of state
6
“under 20” law suspensions: ____ days for first offense, ____ for second, ____ for third or subsequent.
20, 45 , 90
____% of all crashes are caused by alcohol
40
as low as ____% BAC can affect ability
.02%
alcohol affects your ______ first
judgement and reasoning
When there is a _______ at an intersection, you should come to a complete stop, yield to cross traffic/pedestrians, and then proceed when clear.
flashing red light
a flashing red light means the same as a
stop sign
The first sign drivers see when approaching a highway-rail intersection is usually:
an advance warning sign
What should drivers do when they see this sign?: yellow, diamond “ONE LAND BRIDGE”
Make sure the bridge is clear of oncoming traffic before they cross.
If your rear wheels skid…
Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. For example, if your rear wheels are sliding left, steer left. If they’re sliding right, steer right.
BAC is measured as
alcohol to blood ratio/percentage
when parked facing downhill, your wheels should be turned facing
toward the curb
Left turns on a red light are allowed:
from a one-way street into a one-way street.
If the entrance lane is too short to allow acceleration to expressway speed, you should:
stop and wait for a large space in traffic.
Vehicle’s energy of motion is proportional to the
square of its speed. If speed doubles, *4 as much energy. Triples; *9.
first time DWI/DUI:: fined not less than ______, may face loss of driving privileges for ______. Will be required to ____
$500, 9 months to 2 yrs, attend impaired driver education program.
what is MOST affected by alcohol
vision
dram shop law
if you serve alcohol to person who causes damage; you guilty
At what rate does alcohol keave body
1.5 per standard drink (0.02-0.03 BAC). 3/4 standard drink per hour
Factors that affect BAC
amount consumed, period of time over which alc is consumed, body weight
illegal per se laws
if you over 21 and BAC more or equal to 0.08% you are legally impaired
what is the glare recovery time for an average person
5-10 seconds
Odd numbered Route signs run
north-south
Even numbered Route signs run
east-west
how far should vehicles be for you to use highbeams
at least 0.5 mile ahead of you
overdriving headlights
going too fast; stopping distance longer than distance illuminated
round most slippery when it
just begins to rain
hydroplaning can occur at
as low as 35 mph with 1.5 inch deep water
loss of traction in front wheels.
Understeer situation. (suddenly not turning enough)
loss of traction in rear wheels
oversteer situation. Back end fishtails
dont set parking brake when weather is
cold
velocitation
being accustomed to driving fast after being on highway for a while, so you end up speeding
when choosing which tires to use, use the info
posted on the car handle
