Vehicle Basics Flashcards
What is the correct way to wear a seatbelt?
Lower belt goes across the hips, and shoulder harness goes across chest
True or false: driver should inspect the vehicle and the area around it before getting in every time
True
True or false: children under the age of eight are required by law to be secured in either a child safety seat or a booster
True
True or false: adjust the inside mirror so that you can see the rear window by only slightly moving / tilting your head
False, shouldn’t have to move head AT ALL
In a crash, how many collisions are there?
Three collisions
In a crash, how many types of restraint devices are there?
Two types of restraint devices
What are restraint devices used for?
To hold occupants inside the vehicle and prevent injury
True or false: active restraints require a person to actively participate in its use
True
True or false: passive restraints occur automatically upon impact
True
What must a child from birth to 1 year old must be fastened into?
Rear facing car seat
Order of the collisions that occur when a vehicle hits a solid object
- Vehicle hits the object and stops
- Occupants hit the inside of the vehicle or their restraint devices
- Occupants may suffer internal injuries
True or false: clearing the headlights and tail lights should be a part of your outside checks
True
What is the correct outside mirror setting?
To barely see the rear corner/door handle of the vehicle
True or false: checking the windshield and other windows should be part of your outside checks. Clearing just enough to see to drive
False
What is the tab below your rear view mirror for?
To adjust the mirror if someone else is using their high beams behind you
true or false:Always approach the driver door from the rear of the vehicle (assuming light traffic)
False
Side door beams
Provide valuable protection and collisions where you are hit at an angle
Hood lever
Located on the left side under the instrument panel or on the floor left of the driver’s seat
Turn signal lever
Located left of the steering column to communicate with others your intended path of travel
Energy absorbing bumpers
Designed to absorb low levels of impact under five mph
Cruise control
Best used on highways to prevent speeding
When adjusting the seat how should your legs be?
Slightly bent
True or false: murderer should rely completely on their rearview mirrors when they are needed
False
When should you fasten your seat belt during the pre-drive procedure?
Last step before starting the vehicle
Which headlights will most of driving occur with the use of?
Low beams
How should the headrest be adjusted?
Behind the middle, back part of the head
Which button may be located on the top or side of the steering column?
Hazard flasher control
True or false: cruise control is best used on rural roads
False
This must be signed by a parent or guardian when applying for a permit or a license, unless the applicant is 18 or older
Agreement of financial liability
Who must take the written knowledge exam at the BMV to obtain the permit?
All applicants
