Review questions 4-9 & Difficult Questions Flashcards by Paul Lockwood

S.E.E. stands for:

A. Seek Exercise Evaluate

B. See Everything Exactly

C. Search Evaluate Execute

D. See Exercise Everything

C. Search Evaluate Execute

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The ACC setting on an ignition switch:

A. allows a driver to turn on some of a vehicle’s features without turning on the vehicle.

B. can drain a battery quickly.

C. is not necessary to turn on hazard flashers

D. all of the above

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A driver should use S.E.E.:

A. only when preparing to drive.

B. only when backing up.

C. only when turning.

D. consistently when driving.

D. consistently when driving

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How much following distance should you maintain between you and the vehicle in front of you?

A. at least 2 seconds

B. at least 2 car lengths

C. at least 3-4 seconds

D. 3-4 car lengths

C. at least 3-4 seconds

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When starting a vehicle with automatic transmission, in most cases the gear selector should be in:

A. P (Park)

B. N (Neutral)

C. D (Drive)

D. D1

A. P (Park)

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When starting a vehicle, a driver should have:

A. one foot on the accelerator and one foot on the brake.

B. one foot on the brake and the other on the “dead pedal”

C. one foot on the accelerator and parking brake engaged.

D. the parking brake engaged and both feet off all pedals

B. one foot on the brake and the other on the “dead pedal”

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When searching, a driver should look:

A. at what is immediately in front of his/her vehicle

B. at what is behind his/her vehicle

C. at what is 10-15 seconds ahead of his/her vehicle

D. all of the above

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What is the most important and safest thing a driver should do just before driving away?

A. lock the doors

B. walk around the vehicle

C. put on the safety belt and put away electronics

D. make sure the gas tank is full

C. put on safety belt and put away electronics

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Idling gas-powered vehicles after starting and before driving away is:

A. recommended to make sure the vehicle is ready to drive.

B. not recommended because it may cause the car to overheat

C. recommended because it allows the vehicle to come to operating temperature before driving away

D. is not necessary, and is illegal in Maryland if the vehicle is unattended.

D. is not necessary and is illegal in Maryland if the vehicle is unattended.

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Before driving a vehicle in reverse, a driver should:

A. check the back-up camera

B. check rearview mirrors

C. check all mirrors, complete headchecks and use back up cameras if they available

D. check side mirrors

C. check all mirrors, complete headchecks, and use back-up cameras if they are unavailable.

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When do you have to stop for a school bus?

A. When the bus’s yellow lights are flashing.

B. When the bus is stopped at a stoplight

C. When the red lights are flashing and there is no barrier between your vehicle and the bus

D. only if your vehicle is behind the bus

C. when the red lights are flashing and there is no barrier between your vehicle and the bus

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How might a driver know if he/she is at risk of hitting a pothole?

A. there have been a series of significant stporms

B. there is a standing puddle in the road

C. all of the vehicles in front of him/her are slowing down

D. all of the above

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According to Maryland law, how far does a driver need to be from a cyclist (on a bike)?

A. at least 3 feet

B. at least 5 feet

C. at least 7 feet

D. at least 10 feet

A. at least 3 feet

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What is the first thing a driver should do after deciding to make a turn?

A. stop when necessary

B. signal at least 100 feet from the turn

C. slow down

D. put down any electronic devices

B. signal at least 100 feet from the turn

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In a school zone, when must a driver stop?

A. when school is in session

B. when there are students on the sidewalk

C. when there are school buses on the street

D. when directed by a signal or crossing guard

C. when there are school buses on the street

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When stopping at a stop sign where there is no crosswalk or stop line, a driver should stop his/her vehicle:

A. before the back of the vehicle enters the intersection

B. before the front of the vehicle enters the intersection

C. when the front of the vehicle is even the stop sign

D. before the front of the vehicle is even with the stop sign

B. before the front of the vehicle enters the intersection

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When does a driver need to signal in a single-lane roundabout?

A. only when entering

B. only when exiting

C. no need to signal your intentions

D. when entering and exiting

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What should a driver do when he/she gets to a speed bump?

A. Maintain current speed

B. accelerate

C. brake

D. reduce speed to suggested limit

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When must a vehicle yield to a pedestrian?

A. when a pedestrian is in the crosswalk

B. when a pedestrian is waiting to cross a street

C. when a pedestrian is exiting his/her vehicle

D. all of the above

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What makes a left turn across traffic dangerous?

A. a driver may have limited visibility

B. a driver has many places to check for other road users

C. if struck, a driver is only protected by the door and possibly an airbag

D. all of the above

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The gas symbol when lit indicates:

A. your gas tank is full

B. your gas tank is empty or nearing empty

C. your gas tank has a leak

D. your gas tank is working properly

B. your gas tank is empty or nearing empty

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This oil symbol when lit indicates:

A. you have plenty of oil

B. you need to change your oil

C. you need to change types of oil

D. your oil pressure is bad and you need to stop immediately

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This battery symbol when lit indicates:

A. your battery is fully charged

B. your battery is not fully charged

C. your electrical system is not working properly

D. your electrical system is fully charged

C. your electrical system is not working properly

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Coolant leaks can be dangerous because:

A. Leaking coolant is attractive to and poisonous to animals

B. A lack of coolant can cause your engine to overheat

C. A lack of coolant can cause damage to your radiator

D. All of the above

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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of Enhanced Mirror Settings? A. Nighttime glare is eliminated or removed B. Blind spots are minimized C. Head checks are no longer necessary D. It limits the amount of time a driver must look away from the front of the car

C. Head checks are no longer necessary

Which of the following is true? A. A driver is safer when thrown out of the car in a crash B. Airbags have made seat belts unnecessary C. If the car is on fire or submerged in water, a seat belt will make it harder to escape D. Seat belts may cause injury in a crash, but will cause less injuries than if a driver was not belted

D. Seat belts may cause injury in a crash, but will cause less injuries than if a driver was not belted

In most circumstances, a provisional license holder under the age of 18 may not drive: A. between 8:00AM and 9:00PM B. between 12:00AM and 5:00AM C. between 5:01AM and 11:59PM D. between 6:00AM and 6:00PM

B. between 12:00AM and 5:00AM

If a learner's permit holder is convicted of committing a moving violation, he/she: A. must restart the 9-month waiting period to be eligible for a provisional license B. must complete the Driver Improvement Program online C. must wait until he/she is 21 to receive a driver's license D. none of the above

A. must restart the 9-month waiting period to be eligible for a provisional license

During the first 5 months (151 days) of the provisional period, provisional license holders under the age of 18: A. must not have passengers under the age of 18, unless accompanied by a qualified supervising driver or unless the passengers are direct family members. B. must have all passengers in the front seat C. may have as many passengers as will fit into their vehicles D. may only have passengers during daytime hours

A. must not have passengers under the age of 18, unless accompanied by a qualified supervising driver or unless the passengers are direct family members

Once a parent/guardian signs for a provisional license: A. it cannot be taken away B. the license can be canceled by written request from the parent or guardian C. he/she will receive points on his/her driver's license if the new driver commits an offense D. none of the above

B. the license can be canceled by written request from the parent or guardian.

A new driver under the age of 25 is required by law to practice night driving for at least: A. 6 hours B. 8 hours C. 10 hours D. 12 hours

C. 10 hours

For drivers under age 25, how many hours of practice must be recorded in the Practice Skills: A. 60 B. 50 C. 40 D. 30

A. 60

When going to the MVA to take your skills test, you must bring: A. a clean, well-maintained vehicle B. registration and proof of insurance C. a supervising driver D. all of the above

D. all of the above

The purpose of traffic signs is: A. to direct, to decide and to stop drivers B. to observe, to direct and to guide drivers C. to stop, to warn and to decide drivers D. to regulate, to warn, and to guide drivers

D. to regulate, to warn, and to guide drivers

A parking brake: A. can be called an emergency brake because it will always stop you if your brakes fail B. is used to secure a vehicle only when parked on a steep incline C. is used to secure a vehicle when parked D. will not allow the vehicle to move

C. is used to secure a vehicle when parked

What must you do if you see an emergency vehicle on the side of the road ahead, and it is adjacent to the lane you are traveling in? A. slow down by at least 20 MPH for 1 mile B. change lanes if safe and possible or, if not possible, slow down to a safe and prudent speed C. ignore the vehicle and focus on driving D. change lanes if safe and reduce vehicle speed by at least 20 MPH

B. change lanes if safe and possible or, if not possible, slow down to a safe and prudent speed

At 40 MPH, what percentage of pedestrians survive an impact with a vehicle? A. 90% B. 50% C. 10% D. None of the above

C. 10%

Which of these is used for both entering and exiting a highway? A. Weave lane B. Rumble strip C. HOV lane D. Passing lane

A. Weave lane

If a driver needs to turn right at an intersection and the signal is red: A. the driver may turn right immediately B. the driver may turn right after searching the intersection C. the driver may turn right after coming to a complete stop, searching the intersection, and if a right turn on red is permitted D. the driver must wait until the light turns green

C. the driver may turn right after coming to a complete stop, searching the intersections, and if a right turn on red is permitted

What can a driver do from a shared left turn lane? A. turn off or turn onto a multi-lane road B. pass other drivers who are blocking traffic C. drive for several miles until he/she finds an appropriate place to turn off D. make a right turn

A. turn off or turn onto a multi-lane road

What must you do if you see an emergency vehicle on the side of the road, and it is adjacent to lane you are traveling in? 1. Slow down by at least 20 MPH for 1 mile 2. Change lanes if safe and possible or, if not possible, slow down to a safe and prudent speed 3. Ignore the vehicle an focus on driving 4. Change lanes if safe and reduce the vehicle speed by at least 20 MPH

2. Change lanes if safe and possible or, if not possible, slow down to a safe and prudent speed

Dangerous elements of mixed-use roads are: 1. parked cars 2. distracted pedestrians 3. drivers searching for the destinations and not paying attention 4. All of the above

4. All of the above

According to the Maryland Driver Manual, pedestians have the right of way: 1. At street crossings 2. at any crosswalk, whether marked or unmarked 3. if a driver is turning on a steady green or when making a right turn on red 4. all of the above

4. All of the above

Distracted pedestrians are: 1. a small problem 2. a problem that is growing more serious annually 3. a problem that is becoming less significant every year 4. not a problem

2. a problem that is growing more serious annually

at 40MPH, what percentage of pedestrians surve an impact with a vehicle? 1. 90% 2. 50% 3. 10% 4. none of the above

3. 10%

This sign indicates: 1. you are lost 2. you have parked incorrectly 3. you signals are flashing incorrectly 4. you are going the wrong way on a one-way street

4. you are going the wrong way on a one-way street

If a driver needs to turn right at an intersection and the signal is red: 1. the driver may turn right immediately 2. the driver may turn right after searching the intersection 3. the driver may turn righ after coming to a complete stop, searching the intersection, and if a right turn on red is permitted 4. the driver must wait until the light turns green

3. the driver may turn righ after coming to a complete stop, searching the intersection, and if a right turn on red is permitted

What can a driver do from a shared left turn lane? 1. Turn off or turn onto a multi-lane road 2. Pass other dirvers who are blocking traffic 3. Drive for several miles until he/she finds an appropriate place to turn off 4. Make a right turn

1. Turn off or turn onto a multi-lane road

If two vehicles arrive at an intersection with 4-way stop signs, which driver must yield? 1. The driver who is making a left turn across the travel path 2. The driver who arrives first at an intersection 3. The driver who is driving on a large public road 4. The driver on the left if both drivers arrive at the same time

1. The driver on the left if both drivers arrive at the same time

A driver may pass another vehicle on a two-lane road it: 1. there is a single broken yellow line between the two lanes 2. there are two solid yellow lanes between the two lanes 3. there is a solid yellow lan on his/her side of the road 4. there is a double white line between two lanes of travel

1. there is a single broken yellow line between the two lanes

Which of these is used for both entering and exiting a highway? A. weave lane B. rumble strip C. HOV lane D. passing lane

A. weave lane

If two vehicles arrive at an intersection with 4-way stop signs, which driver must yield? A. The driver who is making a left turn across the travel path B. The driver who arrives first at an intersection C. The driver who is driving on a large public road. D. The driver on the left if both drivers arrive at the same time.

D. The driver on the left if both drivers arrive at the same time.

Which of these is good advice when driving on the same road as a motorcycle? A. Always speed up to pass the motorcycle. B. Do not attempt to share a lane with a motorcyle. C. Never allow a motorcycle to follow closely behind you. D. Always sound your horn when passing a motorcycle.

B. Do not attempt to share a lane with a motorcycle.

Which of the following are true about large trucks and buses? A. Large trucks and buses have a smaller blind spot than cars. B. Large trucks and buses take less space to make a right turn. C. Large trucks and buses have a shorter stopping distance. D. Many people are killed in crashes involving large trucks or buses every year.

D. Many people are killed in crashes involving large trucks or buses every year.

What are "No Zones"? A. Areas that are off-limits to passenger vehicles. B. Lanes created especially for large trucks. C. Areas of limited visibility around large trucks. D. Areas that are reserved for official and emergency vehicles only.

C. Areas of limited visibility around large trucks.

Which of the following is true about driving over bridges? A. They can be crowded. B. They often have limited visibility. C. They usually have no shoulder that can be used for emergencies. D. All of the above.

D. All of the above.

When entering an expressway, in the acceleration lane you should: A. search for a gap in traffic and adjust your speed to the speed of the traffic B. set the cruise control for highway speed C. make a complete stop and check traffic for a suitable gap D. get as close to the vehicle ahead as possible so you can merge into the same gap

A. search for a gap in traffic and adjust your speed to the speed of the traffic

Which of the following is true about speed limits on highways? A. Law enforcement does not stop a driver for going less than 10 MPH over the speed limit B. Interstate highways have speed lanes where you can go faster than the posted speed limit C. Speed limits apply at all times regardless of weather or road conditions. D. Higher speeds contribute to more deaths and more severe injuries.

D. Higher speeds contribute to more deaths and more severe injuries.

Which of these is a safe thing to do when driving through a tunnel? A. Turn on your headlights and remove your sunglasses B. Drive through the tunnel as quickly as possible C. Turn off your headlights and put on your sunglasses D. Turn on your hazard lights when entering

A. Turn on your headlights and remove your sunglasses

Speed limits through work zones: A. change with traffic conditions B. are usually reduced for worker safety C. remain the same D. increase to accommodate a higher volume of traffic

B. are usually reduced for worker safety

If an emergency vehicle is approaching from behind you, you should: A. stop in your lane and allow the emergency vehicle to get around you B. move as closely as possible to the edge of the road and allow the emergency vehicle to pass you C. flash your lights to warn drivers ahead D. call 911 to report the emergency vehicle

B. move as closely as possible to the edge of the road and allow the emergency vehicle to pass you

If your accelerator fails, into which gear should you shift? A. Park B. Reverse C. Neutral D. Drive

C. Neutral

If you cause damage to an unattended vehicle, you should: A. attempt to locate the driver of the damaged vehicle B. leave a note with the name and address of the owner of your vehicle C. leave a note with the tag number of your vehicle D. all of the above are correct

D. all of the above are correct

If your engine fails (completely shuts down) what should you do with your brake? A. keep firm steady pressure on your brake B. keep light pressure on your brake C. press your brake every 3-4 seconds to avoid lock-up D. do not touch your brake

D. do not touch your brake

Which of the following should you do if you have a tire blow out? A. brake hard B. grip the steering wheel firmly to maintain control of the car C. drive to the nearest service station D. contrinue driving normally

B. grip the steering wheel firmly to maintain control of the car

When driving in fog: A. use low-beam headlights B. use high-beam headlights for better visibility C. sound your horn at 10-second intervals D. turn on the heat in your vehicle

A. use low-beam headlights

The condition of a vehicle riding on a film of water is known as: A. lane surfing B. hydroplaning C. skimming D. understeering

B. hydroplaning

When traveling on snowy or icy roads, which adjustment should a driver make? A. increase speed to avoid emergency vehicles B. flash headlights every 30 seconds to increase visibility C. reduce speed to avoid problems with reduced traction D. sound horn when approaching intersections

C. reduce speed to avoid problems with reduced traction

If you are convicted of a traffic offense while holding a provisional license: A. your 18 month waiting period will begin again B. you are no longer able to transport non-family members C. your provisional license will be suspended D. the person who co-signs your license will also receive points on their record

A. your 18 month waiting period will begin again

If you have unexpectedly driven off the road and want to return to it, you should: A. brake hard B. jerk the steering wheel to the left C. ease off the accelerator and carefully steer back onto the roadway D. push hard on the gas pedal to spin the wheel

C. ease off the accelerator and carefully steer back onto the roadway

Any time a driver hits anything, person, property or even a pet and fails to stop it is called a: A. smash and grab B. hit and run C. rude and crude D. there is no special name for it

B. hit and run

According to Maryland vehicle law, open containers are: A. any open bottles of any liquid B. any alcohol that is not as originally packaged C. any open container, no matter what is in the container D. none of the above

C. any open container, no matter what is in the container

As a driver under the age of 21, your maximum legal BAC (zero tolerance) is: A. less than .02 B. less than .05 C. less than .07 D. less than .08

A. less than .02

Implied consent means: A. You agreed to be tested for the presence of alcohol when driving B. You agreed to be tested for the presence of illegal drugs when driving C. more severe penalties for refusing to be tested D. all of the above

D. all of the above

Which groups can sanction you if you are caught drinking and driving? A. MVA and your school district B. the court system and the MVA C. the court system and your school D. only the MVA

B. the court system and the MVA

The legal definition of aggressive driving is: A. being rude to law enforcement and other drivers when driving B. being rude to law enforcement when given a citation C. committing two moving violations at the same time D. committing three moving violations at the same time

D. committing three moving violations at the same time

To avoid driving impaired, a driver should not use: A. any drug that may limit their abilities B. illegal drugs C. prescription drugs D. over-the-counter drugs

A. any drug that may limit their abilities

How long do alcohol-related charges stay on a driving record? A. two years B. five years C. until you renew your license D. forever

D. forever

About how many crashes in the US involve a drowsy driver? A. 3,000 crashes each year B. 30,000 crashes each year C. 300,000 crashes each year D. 3,000,000 crashes each year

C. 300,000 crashes each year

According to Maryland vehicle law, for which of these drivers is it illegal to text while driving? A. learner's permit holders B. provisional license holders C. full license holders D. all of the above

D. all of the above

If a driver consumers alcohol, he/she should: A. plan not to drive B. only drive during daylight hours C. eat plenty of food to absorb the excess alcohol D. monitor their BAC so that they know that they are safe

A. plan not to drive