Test 2. Emergency Vehicle Operations

Question 1

What are the characteristics of a proactive driver?

Answer 1

> Uses superior knowledge (Newton’s Laws) to avoid situations that require superior skill

Question 2

What is velocity?

Answer 2

Rate of motion in a specific direction

Question 3

What are the six types of skids?

Answer 3

1. Front-wheel skid
2. Rear-wheel skid
3. All-wheel skid
4. Power skid
5. Spinout
6. Hydroplane

Question 4

What are the six keys to defensive driving?

Answer 4

> Look 12 seconds down the road

> Consider the big picture

> Signal your intentions early (turn signal)

> Plan an escape route

> Take decisive action

> Make sure others can see you