Kelly SmithChapters 1-3 Flashcards
Child restraint systems (car seats, sitting in the front seat) are now based on what?
the child’s height and weight
Name some reasons why your road test examiner might find your car unsuitable for the road test and fail you
no red sticker, breaks in bad condition, signals not working, etc.
The driver is responsible for all passengers under what age to wear a seat belt?
18
Children are safest when they are buckled in what seat of a car?
the backseat
What is the proper position for a driver to grip the steering wheel?
9 and 3
A vehicle’s stopping distance depends on what?
the driver’s reaction time, weather conditions, weight of the vehicle, brake and tire conditions, roadway conditions, and speed that the vehicle is traveling
when parking a vehicle uphill, the wheel’s should be ……?
turned away from the curb
when parking a vehicle downhill, the wheels should be …..?
turned toward the curb
what is the left turn arm signal?
hand and arm straight out
when making a 3-point turn a driver should first signal left and move forward turning the steering wheel to the …..?
left
if both center lines on a lane are solid
there is no passing allowed
if one center line on a lane is broken
passing is allowed only on the side with the broken line
both center lines on a lane are broken
passing is allowed on both side
NJ laws require drivers to keep to what side of the road except when passing
the right
in NJ drivers are allowed to turn right on red only if and after they
there is not a sign that says no turn on red, and after they come to a full stop and check for all traffic
when a bus stops a driver driving behind the bus should stop how many feet away?
25
the move over law requires drivers to do what ?
change their lane when approaching a stationary, emergency vehicle, tow truck, or any other emergency service vehicle displaying flashing lights
what is a controlled intersection?
an intersection where there are traffic signals, signs in any direction, or controlled by a police officer
what is an uncontrolled intersection?
an intersection where two or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device
Is it the responsibility of the pedestrian or the driver to keep pedestrians safe?
pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility
drivers should always be prepared to yield to what?
emergency vehicles, trains, buses, postal vehicles, motorized or mobility-assistance devices, other vehicles already in the intersection
What is the speed limit for a school zone or business or residential district?
25mph
What is the speed limit for a suburban business or residential district?
35mph
What is the speed limit for a non-posted rural highway?
50mph
What is the speed limit for certain state highways (as posted) and interstates?
55mph
What is the standard accident prevention formula?
be alert, be prepared, and act in time
Maggie’s Law makes it illegal to do what?
knowingly drive a vehicle when impaired by a lack of sleep which can cause highway hypnosis
What is the three second rule?
make it easier to judge distances, choose an object ahead of the vehicle in front of you and your vehicle should pass the object at least three seconds after the vehicle in front of you passes the object
In snow and icy conditions a vehicle skid when?
a motorist accelerates too quickly, turns too fast, brakes improperly
A motorist should always consider what factors when driving at night?
speed, reaction distance, and braking distance
Snow tires can be used when?
November 15 and April 1
When should you use high beams?
on rural roads when there is no oncoming traffic
If a vehicle stalls on a railroad track and a train is approaching what should you do?
exit your vehicle and run at a 45 angle away from the vehicle and in the direction that the train is traveling
A vehicle travels how many feet per second when going 60 mph?
88
In a city how far ahead should you look?
12 seconds
BAC is determined by what?
quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, how quickly drinks were consumed, and food eaten
The risk is how many times greater when driving with a BAC of .10 percent
6 times
Law enforcements can tell a motorist has been drinking by what signs?
speeding, weaving, slow driving, and jerking motion, quick stops
A healthy driver needs to have what?
good eyesight and hearing, free from other temporary health conditions or pains
The only thing that make a person sober is what?
time
For individuals 21 or older it is illegal to drive with a BAC of or above…
.08
For individuals under 21 it is illegal to drive with a BAC of or above..
.01
Every drink contains about how much alcohol
1/2 ounce
the Hero campaign advocates for….
designated driver
Marijuana may affect a driver’s
loss of tracking ability, distance judgment, vigilance, and divided attention
