Week 2 Flashcards
What would some consequences for receiving a traffic violation be if you are under 17 with your intermittent license?
- Warning letter and fee
- 30 day license suspension
- 60 day license suspension
Proper order of gear selector and parking break for starting and stopping a vehicle
Starting a vehicle- car in gear, then release parking break
Stopping the vehicle- parking break first, then put vehicle in park
What breaking maintains balance and a roll back stop?
Controlled or Squeeze Breaking
What type of acceleration is used when pulling out onto a highway?
Progressive acceleration
What should you do when changing lanes?
- Signal
- Mirrors
- Look over the shoulder
- Glide
S.M.O.G
Why can’t blue and red lights be on any vehicle?
Blue and red lights are reserved for emergency vehicles
What is a liability signer?
The person who is responsible for your driving actions until you’re 18
What are (draw) the arm signals?
Left: straight out
Right: 90 degree bend
Stop: Straight down towards car handle
What will the officer ask for at a traffic stop?
License, registration, and proof of insurance. ONLY grab these when directed
What is over driving your headlights?
Overdriving your headlights is when you cannot stop in the areas your headlights illuminate
When should I signal before turning?
Signal 100 ft ahead of your turn or for 5 seconds
What is the force that wants to keep the car going straight around a curve? What combats it?
Inertia. Inertia is combated by tire tread/inflation and vehicle suspension.
What should you do when parking uphill without a curb?
Point your wheels the the right or away from the road.
What should you do when parking uphill with a curb?
Point your wheels towards traffic, to the left
Why do bridges form ice on them so quickly?
They lack ground warmth and airflow underneath
