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Approximately how long does it take a new driver to reach the driving ability of the average experienced driver?

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5 years

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Each year _________ are killed in motor vehicle-related collisions in the U.S.

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40,000

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More than _____ of all vehicle-occupant fatalities occur in single vehicle crashes.

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50%

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Approximately what % of crashes are caused by driver error?

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90%

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Nearly half of all drivers will be cited for a traffic offense or be involved in collision during their first 12 months of driving.

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True

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How often should predriving checks identified for approaching the vehicle, outside the vehicle, and inside the vehicle?

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Every time you drive

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When approaching your vehicle parked at a curb, you should:

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Approach the car from the driver's door from the front of the car, facing oncoming traffic

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Under normal driving conditions, check under the hood should be performed how often?

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Atleast once a month, or as recommended in owner's manuel

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In vehicles equipped with a driver's-side air bag, sitting closer than ______ from the steering wheel increases the chance of arm, neck, or facial injury in an event of a crash.

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10 inches

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5. The top of the head restraint should be adjusted to a point:

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slightly above the ears

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To allow distance to stop in response to threatening objects or conditions, you should identify a planned path of travel ______ seconds ahead.

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12- 15

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2. Under most conditions a minimum following interval of ________ seconds will enable you to adjust speed or position properly.

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3-4

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If a vehicle speed doubles from 20 mph to 40 mph, the distance needed to stop the vehicle increases by ______________ times.

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4

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When braking hard, the weight of the vehicle noticeably shifts ________________.

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to the front of the vehicle.

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When turning to the right, the contact patches of the _________ will increase in size.

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left tire

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When starting the engine, you should release the key :

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as soon as the engine starts

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When backing... :

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brace your arm over the passenger seat, grip steering wheel at 12 o'clock position), move the wheel right or left in the direction you want the rear of the vehicle to go.

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______ acceleration is used to maintain slow forward motion or allowing speed to increase gradually with minimum weight shift.

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light

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Total stopping time is made up of...:

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reaction time, braking time, and preception

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Anti-lock braking systems (ABS):

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helps driver maintain steering control under hard braking

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Signs communicate meaning using_________

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colors, shapes, and words

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railroad advance warning signs are ______

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black on white in the shape of an X

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an odd-numbered interstate using a single or double-digit number indicates a route that runs _______

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North and South

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A solid yellow line on your side of the road means :

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You may not pass

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Solid white lines are used to :

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mark the right edge and mark shared left turn lanes

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A driver's license gives an individual permission to operate :

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1) a mother vehicle on a public highway 2)serves to verify each driver's knowledge of the laws that govern the use of a motor vehicle on a public highway can be taken away by state

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_____________ laws are degined to help drivers understand who should be granted privilege of preceding first when more than one vehicle approaches an intersection

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right-of-way

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A certificate of a motor vehicle:

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demonstrates proof of ownership

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Which of the following is related to reckless driving behavior?

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1. a driver intentionally drives recklessly 2.a driver knows his/her actions will create a significant risk 3.Conditions make the risk obvious and serious

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Most states have blood alcohol concentration limits of ____________ for drivers under 21

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.00-.02%

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A space into which you can safely direct your vehicle with the lowest possible risk is referred to as your :

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intended path of travel

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The size of your space margin depends on :

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your speed, the width of your vehicle, & maneuvers you expect to perform.

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You should always maintain a stopping zone distance of _________ seconds.

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4-5

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The keyy to basic speed law is to drive at a _________ speed for conditions

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reasonable & proper

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Changes in _______________ is a major highway condition that requires you to adjust speed.

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traction, space visibility

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Before making a turn in an urban area, most laws require a driver to signal atleast __________ feet before the turn.

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100

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When preparing you should :

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not brake, but coast down to the appropriate cornering speed

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When reversing direction, you should consider :

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traffic density, your speed, and visibility

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Parking in a trraffic lane is called ___________ and is illegal in most states

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double-parking

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When parking uphill with a curb, you should turn the front wheels:

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away from the curb.

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the primary challenge in driving a manuel transmission vehicle is learning to :

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release the clutch smoothly to move forward.

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the point at which the engine begins to move the car as the clutch is released is called the _________

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friction point

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a frequent mistake is :

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shifting to higher gear at a too low speed

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When shifting gears you should press the clutch ____

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all the way to the floor.

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Single-vehicle crashes account for more than ______ % of all the motor vehicles

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50

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All of the folowing are common messages communicated by drivers to reduce risk except :

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frustrations

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areas where pedestrian traffic is heavy includes :

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parking lots, bus stops, and school zones.

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When passing a motorcycle or a scooter , you should :

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give them the whole lane

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________ is coming together or blending of vehicles to maintain a smooth, interrupted traffic flow.

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merging

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"BAC" stands for

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Blood Alcohol Concentration

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Alcohol is a ___________ drug

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Depressant

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The first ability to be impaired by alcohol or other drugs is ______________

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judgement/ decision making

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A one ounce shot of 80 proof whiskey contains _______ alcohol than/as a 12 oz of a can of beer

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less

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It takes the body, on avg., approx. ____________ to eliminate the alcohol contained in one drink

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1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours

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An estimated _________ of collisions involve some form of driver inattention

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80%

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Overall risk of collision while using a cell phone increases by ________

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400%

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_______ of the drivers who crashed after falling asleep did not detect any signs of drowsiness before the crash

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1/2

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Most people experiences dips in energy between 12 am - 6 am and again in __________, during which they are more likely to fall asleep while driving

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2-4 pm

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____________ occurs when water between tires and the road builds until the tires begin to ride on a film of water, resulting in loss of traction

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Hydroplaning

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To avoid collision, you can use :

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evasive steering, evasive braking, and evasive acceleration

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If you begin to experience a skid, the best response is to

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continue and steer where you want to go.

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If you believe that your brakes have failed, then your first action should be

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to pump the brakes

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The safest type of vehicle for a new driver is a

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mini-size van

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When shopping for a vehicle, you should :

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investigate the marker, consider a previously owned model, and a certified used car.

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The most protection against financial loss from a collision is a

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liability

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_______ protects you and your passenger from bodily injury lossed caused by an uninsured or hit-and-run driver liable for damage

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Liabiltiy

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_________ insurance covers damage to your vehicle caused by something other than a collision

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Comprehensive

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Vehicles use the greatest amount of fuel when ________

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accelerating

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_____________ should be considered when purchasing tires

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Tire quality, tire life, and traction rating

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The recommended tire air pressure can be typically found :

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In the owner's manuel or drivers doorjamb

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to be safe for use, your tires should have a minimum tread deapth of

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4/32 of an inch

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Engine oil should be changed

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according to the maintenance schedule in your own manuel

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If you are planning for an extended drive, preparation can pay off in terms of

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fewer troubles, fuel savings, and enhanced safety

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When on an extended drive, avoid driving more than____ miles a day

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500

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Two common errors to aviod when backing are (1) turning the steering wheel too far,

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(2) holding the steering wheel in a turned position for too long.

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When you load a trailer, arrange _______ of the weight in the front half of the trailer

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60%

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You should maintain a______ following distance when driving a heavy vehicle or towing a trailer.

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5-6 sec

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