Section 8: An Introduction to Driving Flashcards
what needs to be checked before driving?
vision, hearing, fatigue/drowsiness, medications, and health
how do you maintain your vehicle?
clean mirrors/windows
adjust seat and mirrors
check tires
what are the types of steering?
hand-to-hand
hand-over-hand
one-hand
what are the characteristics of hand-to-hand steering?
hands do not cross so there is less chance of injury to have, arms, or hands if the airbag deploys
how do you hand-to-hand steer?
start and maintain proper positions
when do you hand-over-hand steer?
use when turning at low speeds, parking, or recovering from a skid
how do you hand-over-hand steer?
start in proper positions
push the steering wheel with one hand
let go and reach across and pull up
what is the proper position for steering?
9 and 3 o’clock
8 and 4 o’clock
when do you one-hand steer?
when turning while backing up or when you must
what is the left turn signal?
left light and arm out
what is the right turn signal?
right light and left arm up
what is the slow or stop sign?
both lights or left arm down
when should you signal?
at least 100ft before your turn
before every lane change
pulling next to or away from curbs
when should you signal on the freeway?
at least 5 seconds before a lane change
what should you do when you change lanes?
check mirrors, look over shoulder, check blind spot, and signal
