unit 5 Flashcards
ABS stands for..?
Anti-Lock Braking System
How many different types of ABS are avaible in today’s vehicles?
3
What does ABS allow drivers to do?
Brake and steer at the same time
What does NOT affect speed?
Height and weight of driver
What is noral reaction time according to highway safety studies
2.0-2.5 seconds
at what speed will most vehichles begin to lose traction and hydroplane
30-55 mph
at what speed is your perception and reaction time greater than the braking distance?
both a and b (45 and 55)
what is not a way to make night driving safer
wear sunglasses when driving at night
what should you do to aviod headlight blindeness
lok down and to the right side of your lane
when do you legally have to use your headlights
al of the above
headlights are required when persons or vehichles cannot be clearly seen at what distance?
1,000 feet
how much greater are stopiing distances on a slippery road than on dry pavement
2 to 10 times greater
what is a recommendation when driving on snow and ice
all of the above
when may studded snow tires be used in Nevada?
october 1st through april 30th
what is true about flash floods in Nevada
most vehichles can float in 3 feet of water or less