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0
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When do most teen crashes occur

A

During first two years of having license

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What is the #1 cause of death for 15 - 19 year old teenagers.

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Motor vehicle crashes

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When is most dangerous time for newly licensed teen driver

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During first 6 months of having license

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When does the portion of the brain that assesses risk and danger fully develop

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In a persons mid 20s

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What is the purpose of the passenger restrictions for 16 or 17 year old drivers

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Research shows crash rates go up when teens drive with other teens in the car, more passengers in the car even if family or siblings.

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Why is night driving restricted between 11pm and 5 am for 16 and 17 year old drivers

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Fatal crashes are more likely to occur at night. Young drivers are at risk for drowsy driving which causes thousands of crashes a year.

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6
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Why buckle the seat belt

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It’s the law. When teen is driving all passengers must be buckled.

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What is Ct rule on teen drinking and driving

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Zero tolerance.

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True or false. Learners permit is required for 16 or 17 year old to begin practicing driving

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True. 18 year olds can practice without a permit but everyone must take the 8 hour safe driving course.

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What is required to get a drivers license in CT

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  • be at least 16 years of age
  • pass both vision and 25 question knowledge test
  • have parental consent
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10
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Learners permit passenger restrictions

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Person giving instruction must sit in front passenger seat, be alert and be ready to take control of the vehicle.

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For the entire time a driver holds a learner permit they may not have any passengers except for

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Licensed instructor and others accompanying that instructor

Or one person who is providing instruction, is at least 20, has had a license for 4 or more consecutive years unsuspended.

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12
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What happens if you fail to follow rules of permit

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Permit Suspension

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13
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16 and 17 year old driver training requirements

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Must complete drivers Ed at commercial driving school, high school or at home and complete an 8 hour course.

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14
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Parent training requirements

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Parent is required to complete two hours of instruction concerning teen driving laws.

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15
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Commercial driving school requirements

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30 hours of class
40 hours behind the wheel
Road test

Applicants must wait 120 days after the issuance of the permit to complete road test

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16
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Acceptable forms of identification for drivers license

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Valid passport
Birth certificate 
Social security card with signature
Certified school records
Baptismal certificate
Etc
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17
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Permit fees

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$40 for vision and 25 question test

$19 for permit

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18
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License fees

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$72 for 6 year or $84 for 7 year license.

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19
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What does the road test evaluate

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Ability to adjust seat mirror steering wheel and seat belts

Operation of vehicle equipment like windshield wipers, heat, defrost, parking break, headlights, high beams and horn

Response to traffic signs and signals, signaling, interaction with motorists

Backing and parking vehicle

Proficiency in basic skills like turning, etc

Ability to recognize warning lights on instrument panel

Other driving maneuvers

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20
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Things you should know before the road test

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Speed - acceptable and how to maintain

Turning - which lane to turn into

Right of way - when to yield, who goes first

Stopping - when to stop when yellow

Backing - how to control car in reverse

Parking - all different ways.

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21
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During first 6 months who can be in car of licensed 16 or 17 year old driver.

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Licensed instructor or
Parents or
One person who is at least 20 and has had a license for 4 years

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22
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During 2nd 6 months, who can be a passenger in car of licensed 16 or 17 year old driver

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Only immediate family

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23
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What are curfew restriction hours

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11pm to 5am unless traveling for work, school, church, medical emergency or safe ride program

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24
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What are the other restrictions for 16 and 17 year olds besides passengers and curfew

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  • can’t transport more passengers than the number of seat belts
  • must not operate a vehicle that is public transportation like van or car pool
  • must not use cell phone or mobile electronic device at any time even if hands free
  • must not transport a passenger on a motorcycle within 6 months of license
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25
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What are types of ct drivers licenses

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Non commercial drivers license Class D*

Note:  no one under 18 May be issued a cdl or other class a b or c
Commercial drivers license (cdl)

Class A licenses -combination vehicles

Class B license - heavy straight vehicle

Class C license - small vehicles

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26
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If vehicle fails emissions test, how long to fix the problem and have emissions rechecked

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60 days

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27
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What are restrictions of a limited license

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During period of daylight, beginning 1/2 hour before sunrise and ending 1/2 hour after sunset

When a person uses corrective lenses

On highways that are not limited access highways

In motor vehicle not having automatic transmission

In motor vehicle equipped with external mirrors located on left and right sides of vehicle

In a motor vehicle having special controls or equipment.

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28
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True or false o

- only your breaks can stop your vehicle

A

True.

In emergency If antilock breaks on vehicle (ABS) push down hard to floor to engage, if not ABS pump breaks to engage.

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29
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What should tire tread be?

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2/32nds

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30
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If oncoming car does not lower high beams what should you do?

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Lower eyes to center of road

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31
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True or false - a driver can make any desired changes to a car like tinted windows after purchase

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False - after market changes to equipment such as tinted windows and lighting may violate legal standards.

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32
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Why do you use horn

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As a warning to others

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33
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Drivers 16 and 17 years old and each of their passengers are required to wear a seatbelt. What is the penalty if the driver or passenger fails to do so.

A

Citation for seatbelt violation PLUS

$75 fine

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34
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Child safety requirements for infant to 1 year/ less than 20 lbs

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Rear facing car seat

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35
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Child safety requirements for 1 year to 7 years less than 60 lbs

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Approved child car seat

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36
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Child safety requirements for 7 years or older less than 60 lbs

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Approved booster seat

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37
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Child safety requirements for 7 years or older 60 lbs or more

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Booster seat or seat belt

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38
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Is it ever permissible for an 18 and over driver to use a mobile phone that isn’t hands free?

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Yes, if they are police fire or ambulance or if there is an emergency

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39
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What is the penalty for 16 and 17 year old driver found violating cell phone usage

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Citation for moving violation.

A conviction for violating the cell phone law will result in license suspension in addition to the moving violation.

It will also be considered when determining if attendance is required in operator retraining.

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40
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Worn tires can cause

A

A) difficult turning

B) hydro planing

C) increased stopping distance

D) all of the above

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41
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Which statement is false
A) you should always check your seat and mirrors before you start to drive

B) after market, any changes to equipment such as tinted windows are legal

C) the driver should always have his or her seat belt on

D) only your brakes can stop your vehicle

A

B. After market, any changes to equipment may not be legal

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42
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Where should your hands rest when steering

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Opposite sides of steering wheel. Left between 8 and 10 and right between 2 and 4

Make turns without taking your hands from wheel

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43
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What happens if you don’t accelerate smoothly and gradually and start too fast

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Drive wheels can spin especially if it’s slippery and cause vehicle to slide

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44
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What technique should you use when turning corners

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Hand over hand technique -straighten out wheel by hand. Letting it slip through fingers is dangerous

Push/Pull- knuckles face outwards put one hand at 12 and pull down. Two hands never cross and both hands stay on wheel

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45
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How far ahead of the vehicle should you look to be safe

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12 seconds

City -12 seconds is one block
Highway -12 seconds is about 1/4 mile

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46
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Before you turn left, look for

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Safe opening in traffic (oncoming traffic has right of way)

Vehicles in path

Pedestrians in path

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47
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Before right turn, look for

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No traffic from left

No oncoming traffic turning in path

No pedestrians.

Don’t trust traffic signals even if you have right on red right of way

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48
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Sharing the road means giving right of way to who…

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Emergency vehicles - remain stopped until vehicle passes

Pedestrians - have right of way in crosswalks

Children in play and school zones slower speed limits

White canes and guide dogs - stop and stay stopped

Bicyclists have same rights as motorist

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49
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What is the move over law

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When an emergency vehicle is pulled over or on any part of road a driver must

  • slow down below posted speed limit, and
  • move over one lane when it is safe to do so

Required for vehicles with active flashing lights

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50
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When is it illegal to sound your horn

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When approaching or passing a horse

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51
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What are the areas around the side, front and rear of trucks, tractor trailers, buses and RVs called

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No zone

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52
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Why are the sides and back of trucks called a No Zone

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No staying in that spot since could be a blind spot and they are dangerous areas where crashes are more likely to occur.

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53
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How far can the blind spots be on a truck

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Up to 20 feet in front of the cab and up to 200 feet behind the truck. They also swing wide to make turns and can’t see cars.

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54
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Facts about trucks

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  • trucks accelerate more slowly than cars
  • trucks need more room to maneuver safely
  • in a panic stop, trucks need more stopping distance
  • because trucks are higher than they are wide, it is harder for a truck driver to take evasive action
  • avoid the no zone (blind spots) around trucks
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55
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How much space between you and other drivers

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3 - 4 seconds

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56
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When you enter traffic, what speed should you enter at

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Same speed as traffic is moving

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57
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True or false. You should stop and wait your turn when entering the highway using an on ramp

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False. You will not be able to get up enough speed if you wait to end or stop. Plus drivers behind you will not expect you to stop and may crash into you

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58
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How can you tell if you are following too closely

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Using the three second rule

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59
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When do you use the four second rule

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  • slippery roads
  • driver behind you wants to pass
  • following motorcycles
  • you are being followed too closely
  • pulling a trailer
  • low visibility
  • following emergency vehicles
  • railroad crossings
  • stopped on a hill or incline
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In rule of passing, how many seconds do you need to pass if traveling at 55mph

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10 seconds

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61
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When not to pass

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No passing zone that you can tell by signs or lane markings

Can’t see far ahead

Intersections and railroad crossings

Shopping center entrances

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62
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On hills or curves

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You have to be able to see at least one third of a mile or 10 seconds ahead. Treat a hill like oncoming traffic and don’t a pass on it,

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63
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Things NOT to do when driving

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Don’t take your eyes off the road

Don’t read a map

Don’t drive with headphones or earphones

Don’t slow down to look at a crash

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Hazardous conditions - tires

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Check owners manual to make sure enough air

When driving on dirt or gravel it takes longer to stop and easy to skid so slow down

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Hazardous conditions - curves

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If you go too fast the tires can’t grip the road and vehicle will skid.

Slow down before entering a curve braking will cause vehicle to skid.

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Hazardous conditions - slippery roads

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On wet road reduce speed to 10 mph

Shady spots, bridges and overpass will freeze first

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67
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In heavy rain, what can happen to your tires

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Can lose traction after 35mph and hydroplane. If they are in bad condition, can hydroplane at lower speeds.

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68
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What should you do if you hydroplane

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Ease off gas

Keep steering straight

Don’t try to stop or turn until tires are gripping road again

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69
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What causes aggressive driving or road rage

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  • Increased traffic congestion
  • Parents who teach children to get angry with other motorists
  • Decline in courtesy and civility
  • conflicts in other areas of our lives
  • sense of territory in our vehicle
  • vehicle seen as an extension of the driver
70
Q

What happens if you fail the BAC test for driving under the influence

A

Operators license is suspended for 90!days or more depending on number of offenses and your age

71
Q

What happens if you refuse the BAC test for driving under the influence of alcohol

A

Your operators license will be suspended for at least 6 months or more depending on number of offenses and age

72
Q

If you are under 21, you are subject to zero tolerance law - what does that mean?

A

If you are driving and tested for alcohol in your blood and it measures .02% or more, the police will make a report to the commissioner and your license will be suspended.

73
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If you are 16 and 17 and fail a BAC test, you are subject to zero tolerance. What does that mean….

A

If your test results are .02% or more your license will be suspended for no less than 12 months. If refused, 18 months.

74
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If you are 16 or 17 and violate the passenger restrictions, curfew, seatbelt rules or public service vehicle restriction what is the penalty?

A

30 day suspension plus $175 license restoration fee

Plus court fees

If second offense or worse, 6 month suspension or 18 whichever is longer

75
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If 16 or 17 year old gets citation for using a cellphone what is penalty

A

30 day suspension plus $175 license restoration fee and court fines

If second offense happens 90!day suspension and another $175 and court fees

If third offense happens 6 month suspension and another $175 and court fines

76
Q

What happens if 16 and 17 year old driver is cited for speeding? What is the penalty?

A

60 day suspension
$175 license restoration fee and court fines

2nd offense 90 day suspension plus restoration. Fee and court fines

3rd offense 6 month suspension plus restoration. Fee and court fines

77
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If 16 or 17 year old is pulled over for reckless driving what is penalty

A

6 month suspension, $175 license restoration fee and court fines or imprisonment of not more than 30 days or both

2nd and 3rd offense 1 year suspension, $175 license restoration fee and court fines or imprisonment of not more than one year, or both

78
Q

What happens if a 16 or 17 year old is cited for street racing? What is the penalty?

A

6 month suspension $175 license restoration fee court fines or imprisonment of not more than one year, or both

If 2nd or 3rd offense, 1 year suspension, $175 license restoration fee court fines or imprisonment of not more than one year, or both

79
Q

When is the youthful offender status not applicable

A

Someone under 18 who commits the following:

  • negligent homicide with a motor vehicle
  • evading responsibility following an accident that results in a death or serious injury
  • driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
80
Q

Who is eligible for operator retraining program

A

Anyone under age 24 who commits two or more moving violations or suspension violations

A motorist who is 25 or older who has 3 convictions

A 16 or 17 year old who

  • drives in violation of learners permit requirement
  • drives in violation of graduated license requirement
  • uses a cellphone
81
Q

What happens if you complete retraining and get another moving violation within three years of the training

A

At least 30 day suspension

82
Q

When you hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction you must
A slow down
B pull to the right side of the road and stop
C continue driving at the same speed
D speed up

A

Pull to the right side of the road and stop

83
Q

The no zone area is
A an area where pedestrians can not cross the street

B an area where vehicles are not allowed to park
C the danger areas around a truck where there are blind spots for the driver
D none of the above

A

C trucker blind spots

84
Q

How many times longer does it take to stop when traveling at 60 mph vs 30 mph

A

Three times longer

85
Q

At 50 mph about how long would it take you to stop (how many feet)

A

400 feet

86
Q

True or false you must obey signal given by law enforcement officer even if it contradicts the traffic signal

A

True

87
Q

True or false if the crosswalk is unmarked you do not need to yield right of way to pedestrian

A

False - pedestrians have right of way in unmarked and marked cross walks

88
Q

True or false - it is ok to use your horn to let a pedestrian using a white cane know you are there and waiting

A

False (joe)

Pedestrians using white cane or guide dogs have absolute right of way. Do not use horn to confuse or frighten them

89
Q

Who has right of way - the driver turning left or the oncoming traffic

A

Oncoming traffic has right of way over left turn

90
Q

Drivers entering a traffic circle must yield to those already in the rotary, true or false

A

True

91
Q

At an intersection, where there is no stop sign, yield sign or oncoming traffic signal, drivers yield to traffic in which direction

A

Right

92
Q

At a four way stop who has right of way

A

First goes first. If more than one arrives at same time, vehicle on right goes first.

93
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Who has right of way, drivers entering from driveway, alley or roadside or drivers on main road

A

Drivers entering from driveway, alley or roadside must yield to vehicles already on main road

94
Q

You must yield right of way to emergency vehicles by pulling over to the right. If you are in the middle of an intersection what do you do?

A

Get through intersection first, then pull over.

95
Q

Name no parking zones there are 7

A
  • in an intersection
  • on a crosswalk or sidewalk
  • in construction area if blocking traffic
  • within 25 feet of a stop sign
  • within 25 feet of pedestrian safety zone
  • within 10 feet of fire hydrant
  • more than 1 foot from curb
96
Q

How far can you be from the curb when you park

A

No more than one foot from curb

97
Q

When parking, how close can you be to a stop sign

A

25 feet

98
Q

When parking, how far away from a fire hydrant do you have to be

A

10 feet

99
Q

True or false it’s ok to block a driveway when you park

A

False

100
Q

Name some places that are not ok to park

A
  • bridge or overpass
  • wrong side of street
  • in handicap space without a sticker
  • on railroad tracks
  • double parking
  • if sign prohibits it
101
Q

When do you need headlights

A

Rainy snowy or foggy days

When it gets dark

When driving away from a rising or setting sun

102
Q

When do you use your high beams

A

When no oncoming traffic

On unfamiliar roads

In construction areas

When people are on side of road

103
Q

When should you dim your high beams

A

When within one block of an oncoming car

104
Q

When do you use low beam

A

When following another vehicle or in heavy traffic

105
Q

In fog, or snow or hard rain should you use your high beams or low beams

A

Low beams so you don’t get a reflection back causing glare

106
Q

True or false - it’s ok to drive with your parking lights on

A

False. Parking lights are for parking only.

107
Q

What do you do if a vehicle comes at you with their high beams on

A

Flash headlights quickly a couple of times. If driver fails to dim them look to right side of the road to keep on course

108
Q

How far will your headlights let you see ahead in darkness

A

400 feet

109
Q

In rain snow or fog, about how far may you be able to see ahead of you

A

200 feet

110
Q

What should you do when approaching a hill or curve

A

Adjust your speed to slow down since you can’t see what is ahead

111
Q

What do you use your horn for

A

Safety - to help prevent an accident

Examples are when a person on foot or on a bike looks like they are moving into your lane of travel

When you are passing a driver that starts to move into your lane

When a driver is not paying attention or may have trouble seeing you

112
Q

If there is danger what should you do with your horn

A

Sound a sharp blast

113
Q

When should you NOT use your horn

A

To encourage someone to drive faster or get out of the way

Notifying other drivers of an error

Greeting a friend

Around blind pedestrians

When approaching horses

114
Q

How soon should you signal a turn

A

About three seconds before you make your move

115
Q

What is the hand signal to turn left

A

Extend arm straight out window

116
Q

What is the hand signal for turning right

A

Hold arm up at elbow at 90 degree angle

117
Q

What is hand signal to slow or stop

A

Hold arm down with elbow out at 90 degree angle. Hand is down

118
Q

When should you signal In what circumstance

A

When turning

When entering or leaving traffic

When parking or pulling over

To avoid something in road that someone behind you can’t see

119
Q

What do you do in an emergency

A

Get vehicle off road if you can

Turn on emergency flashers

Place emergency flares behind the vehicle or try to warn drivers to change lanes if necessary

120
Q

What do you do if your brakes stop working

A

Pump the brake pedal several times

121
Q

If pumping the brake pedal doesn’t work what should you do

A

Use the parking break by pulling the handle slowly so you don’t lock the rear wheels and cause a skid

122
Q

If your tire goes flat what do you do

A

Hold the steering wheel tight to keep going straight

Slow down gradually

Pull off road to safe place

123
Q

If the engine dies when you are driving what do you do

A

Keep a strong grip on steering wheel it might be difficult to turn

Pull off the roadway. The brakes will still work but you may have to push hard on pedals

124
Q

If your headlights suddenly go out what should you do

A

Slow down gradually and pull off the road as soon as possible

Try the headlight switch a few times

If that doesn’t work put on emergency flashers turn on signals or fog lights

Do not operate your vehicle

125
Q

What do you do if your gas pedal sticks and car keeps going faster and faster

A

Keep your eyes on the road

Quickly shift car into neutral

Pull off the road when safe to do so

Turn off the engine

126
Q

What happens if the steering wheel locks

A

Never turn your vehicle ignition to the lock position while it is in motion or the steering will lock and you will lose control of the vehicle

127
Q

How do you avoid a collision

A

Don’t panic. Stop turn or speed up

128
Q

If you need to stop quickly and have anti lock brakes what do you do

A

Press down as hard as you can and keep pressing. You may feel the brake pedal pushing back which means it’s working don’t let up. Abs only works with pedal pushed down

129
Q

If stopping quickly and you don’t have ABS brakes what do you do

A

Apply brakes as hard as you can without locking them, so slower. If brakes lock up and you start to skid, quickly let up on brake pedal. When skidding stops push down on brake pedal again.

Keep pumping brakes until vehicle stops

130
Q

If your vehicle begins to skid what should you do

A

Stay off brake

Steer

131
Q

What happens if your vehicle is hit from the rear

A

Your body is thrown backwards

132
Q

What happens if you are hit from the side

A

Your body is thrown towards the side that is hit

133
Q

What happens if your vehicle is hit from the front

A

Try to have a glancing blow instead of head on by turning

134
Q

What must you do at an accident scene

A

Stop your vehicle. If your vehicle can move get it off the road

Do not stand or walk in traffic lanes

Turn off ignition of wrecked vehicle

Don’t go near power lines, don’t smoke around wrecked vehicles

Report the accident

Get help for anyone injured

135
Q 
At a four way stop
A vehicle on left goes first
B you do not have to stop if there are no other vehicles around
C the vehicle on the right goes first
D school buses go first
A

C vehicle on right goes first

136
Q 
When you change lanes you should
A look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move
B blow your horn before changing lanes
C cross two or more lanes at one time
D flash your headlights
A

A look over your shoulder

137
Q

If an approaching vehicle fails to dim their headlights you should
A look to the center of the road
B flash your headlights quickly a couple of times
C keep your bright lights on
D turn your headlights off

A

B flash your headlights quickly and if that doesn’t work look to the right

138
Q

What do solid white lines mean

A

Used on right edge of road

139
Q

Where are solid yellow lines used

A

Left of roadway edge of divided streets or roadways

140
Q

Dashed white lines between lanes of traffic mean what

A

You can cross lanes when it is safe to do so

141
Q

Solid white lines between traffic lanes means

A

Stay in your lane

142
Q

What does a red light mean

A

Stop stop stop

If no restriction you can turn right on red after making a complete stop if safe to do so

143
Q

What does a yellow light mean

A

Light is about to turn red. Stop if safe to do so, if in intersection when it turns yellow get through.

144
Q

What does green light mean

A

Go. Yield to emergency vehicles and pedestrians.

145
Q

What does a flashing red light mean

A

Stop. Treat it like a stop sign

146
Q

What does a flashing yellow light mean

A

Slow down and proceed with caution

147
Q

What does a colored arrow mean,

A

Treat like a traffic light of same color for the direction that the arrow is pointing.

148
Q

What does an octagon shape sign mean

A

Stop

149
Q

What does a triangle shape sign mean

A

Yield

150
Q

What does a diamond shape sign mean

A

Warning

151
Q

What is a rectangle shaped sign

A

Regulatory or guide

152
Q

What is a pentagon shaped sign

A

School Zone or school crossing

153
Q

What is a circle shaped sign

A

Railroad crossing

154
Q

What is a pennant shaped sign

A

No passing zone

155
Q

What do red signs mean

A

Regulatory and must be obeyed. Stop yield do not enter wrong way

156
Q

What do black and white signs mean

A

Some are regulatory and must be obeyed, some are guide signs like route markers

157
Q

What do yellow signs mean

A

Warning

158
Q

What do orange signs mean

A

Danger like construction or maintenance

159
Q

What do green signs mean

A

Guide signs where you are, which way to go and distance

160
Q

What do blue signs mean

A

Also used for guide signs to tell about services along the way

161
Q

What are brown signs used for

A

Parks and recreation

162
Q

Name regulatory signs

A 
Stop
Yield
Do not enter
Wrong way
No U turn
Lane use control
One way
Left or through sign
Keep right
No passing signs
Disabled parking
163
Q

Name warning signs

A 
Signal ahead
Stop ahead
Reduction in lanes
No passing
Merge 
pedestrian crossing
School, zone
Slippery when wet
Two way road ahead
Divided highway begins
Change in direction
164
Q

Guide signs

A 
Route number signs
Us route marker
Parks and recreation
Service signs
Destination and distance like exit 
Information signs
165
Q 
A pentagon shaped sign means
A there is a rail road crossing
B there is a no passing zone
C there is a school zone
D you must yield
A

C there is a school zone

166
Q 
Green road signs are
A regulatory signs
B guide signs
C warning signs
D used for parks and recreation
A

B guide signs

167
Q

Solid yellow lines between lanes indicates
A only cars on one side of the lane may pass
B you may change lanes if you chose to do so
C passing is not allowed
D none of the above

A

C passing is not allowed

168
Q

How long will your new drivers license be good for

A

5 1/2 to 7 years

169
Q

When does your license expire

A

On your birthday in 5 1/2 or 7 years depending on when you got your license and what fee you paid ( fee depends on birthdate)

170
Q

Name some reasons you can lose your license

A
  • Driving under influence of drugs or alcohol
  • refusing to be tested for alcohol or drugs
  • leaving the scene of an accident
  • giving false information when applying for a drivers license
  • attempting to change information in license to make a fake id
  • failure to appear for re examination
  • failure to comply with DMV requests
  • using a motor vehicle to commit a felony or death
  • letting someone else use your license or information to get a fake id
  • failing to appear in court when summoned for a motor vehicle violation
  • being convicted of a serious motor vehicle violation
  • other reasons DMV deems necessary
171
Q

How do you replace a lost or stolen license

A

Go to DMV
Submit two valid forms of ID
Complete form 1-B
Pay fee

172
Q

If you are a new CT resident, how long do you have to register your vehicle with the state

A

60 days

CT Permit Driver Test (1 decks)

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