Learners Permit Flashcards
What time can you not operate a motor vehicle?
Between 12:30am and 5:00am
If you violate the passenger restriction, how many days are you subjected to for a license suspension for the first offense?
60 days
If you violate the passenger restriction, how many days are you subjected to for a license suspension for the second offense?
180 days
If you violate the passenger restriction, how many days are you subjected to for a license suspension for the third+ offense?
One year
If you violate the passenger restriction two or more times, what will you also be required to complete?
Driving Attitudinal Retraining Course
How long will you be suspended for if you have committed certain driving offenses and alcohol or drugs were involved (not between 18-21 years old)
One year
How long will you be suspended for if you have committed certain driving offenses and alcohol or drugs were involved (between 18-21 years old)
180 days
When are you eligible for a full driver’s license if you have a suspension while operating with a Junior Operator’s License (JOL)?
After you complete the suspension period imposed while operating with a JOL and once you turn 18 years old.
How long is the suspension for a first drag racing offense?
One year
How long is the suspension for your second or more drag racing offense?
Three years
How long is the suspension for a first speeding offense?
90 days
How long is the suspension for your second or more speeding offense?
One year
What is the only exception for a driver under 18 to use any mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle
Reporting an emergency
How many headlights should a vehicle have?
Two
What color are headlights?
White
Where are headlights located?
The front
How many lights should a vehicle have in the back?
Two
What color are back lights and stop lights?
Red
How many red stop lights should a car have?
Three
What color is the light above the license plate?
White
How many feet can a light shine above the roadway and away from your vehicle?
2 feet and 30 feet
What percent can you tint your side and rear windows?
35%
What percent can you tint your windshield?
You cannot
How much is the fine for not wearing a seatbelt?
$25
Seatbelts lower the chance of death or serious injury by what percent?
50%
Most motor vehicle crashes happen less than how many miles from home?
25
Eight out of ten crashes happen at speeds of what?
40mph or less
The penalty for the first offense of using a hand-held mobile electronic device while driving.
$100 Fine
The penalty for the second offense of using a hand-held mobile electronic device while driving.
$250 Fine + mandatory completion of a distracted driving educational program
The penalty for the third and subsequent offenses of using a hand-held mobile electronic device while driving.
$500 + insurance surcharge and mandatory completion of a distracted driving course
Where should you always keep good vision?
In front and around your vehicle
What should you do for the unexpected?
Stay alert and prepared
Where should you always keep your eyes?
On the road
What should you maintain around a vehicle?
Space
Why should you maintain space around a vehicle?
In case you need to suddenly change lanes to avoid a crash.
Other than in front of you, who should you be aware of?
Who’s beside and behind you
Should you expect mistakes from other drivers?
Yes
What should you watch for in vehicles in front of you?
Back-up lights
What should you remember about crosswalks and traffic signals?
Pay close attention to crosswalks. Don’t rely on traffic signals, as other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians may ignore them
Why is it important to be cautious in crosswalks and parking lots?
Pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers may not hear you.
What should you remember about individuals of driving age regarding hearing?”
One out of every five individuals of driving age is Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
How many inches of tread depth should tires have?
2/32
Your plate number must be visible how many feet at night?
60 feet
Where are regulation stickers placed?
Upper Right Corner
What second rule should you use to keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you?
Three second rule
What second rule should you use to keep a safe distance from the motorcycle in front of you?
Four second rule
What is the fine for tailgating
As high as $100
What should you do if someone is tailgating you?
Move to another lane or pull to the side of the road to let the tailgater pass
How much time does it take to react to a situation and step on the brake pedal?
Three-quarters of a second
What is the term ‘riding your pedal’
Letting your foot rest on the break pedal (don’t do it)
What should you do never do if you have antilock brakes?
Pump the brakes
What time should you use your headlights and taillights?
One half hour after sunset until one half hour before sunrise
What feet should you use your headlights in bad weather conditions
If you cannot clearly see the people or vehicles 500 feet ahead
Where should you put your rear view mirror at night?
The ‘night’ position
What does putting your rear view mirror in the ‘night’ position do?
Reduces the glare from headlights behind you. Keep inside lights off
Where should you look if there’s a headlight in front of you
lower right side of your lane
What does it mean if another driver flashes headlights at you?
Your headlights may be off or your high beams may be on
How far to high beam highlights let you see?
350 feet
How far do low beam headlights let you see?
100 feet
When should you use high beams?
In dark areas where you cannot see the road surface ahead
When should you lower your high beam headlights to low beam headlights?
When you are within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or within 200 feet of a vehicle traveling ahead of you
What should you do if a driver is coming toward you with high beams?
Flick your headlights to remind the driver to change to low beams
What should you do if a driver doesn’t respond to your headlight flickering?
Stay to the right and do not turn on your high beams
When do drowsy driving crashes most occur?
Between midnight and 6am, or in the late afternoon
What do drowsy driving crashes most often involve?
A single driver (and no passengers) running off the road at a high rate of speed
What lights must you use if you use your windshield wipers?
Headlights and taillights. Daytime running lights aren’t sufficient
What should you do if you are hydroplaning?
Slowly step off the gas pedal. Never hit the brakes or turn suddenly, you may lose control and skid.
What direction should you turn if you start to skid?
In the direction of the skid
When you pass a vulnerable road user, how much space should you leave a safe passing?
four feet
