Max Maxwell Driving School: Class Test – Flashcards
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this color sign means: to stop, yield, do not enter or wrong way
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red
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this color sign means: general warning
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yellow
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this color sign means: construction and maintenance warning
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orange
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this color sign means: regulatory; route markers
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black
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this color sign means: public recreation areas and parks
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brown
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this color sign means: distance direction and information
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green
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this color sign means: regulatory
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white
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this color sign means: motorist services guidance
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blue
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what is this sign?
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yield
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what is this sign?
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stop
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what is this sign?
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railroad
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what is this sign?
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school (or a sign to watch out for pedestrians at a crosswalk)
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what is this sign?
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guide
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what is this sign?
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interstate
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what is this sign?
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guide
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what is this sign?
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no passing
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what is this sign?
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regulatory
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what shape of sign is used for special laws, regulations, or important information?
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rectangular
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slow down and proceed with caution at the intersection
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flashing yellow
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complete stop. same as stop sign. look both ways, yield to traffic and pedestrians and proceed when it is safe to do so.
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flashing red
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(true or false) Yield to oncoming vehicles if you are turning left at a green light.
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true
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(true or false) It's okay to "jump the gun" by starting through the intersection early or by making a quick left turn in front of oncoming traffic at a green light.
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false
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what do you do when the traffic light is out?
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treat it as a four-way stop
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what color lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions?
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yellow
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what lines mean that you MAY cross the line to pass if there is no oncoming traffic and it is safe to do so?
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broken yellow lines
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what lines between lanes of traffic mean that you MAY NOT cross the lines from either direction, even if no oncoming traffic is in view?
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solid yellow lines
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if there is one solid yellow line and one broken yellow, when can you NOT pass?
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when the solid yellow line is on your side
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if there is one solid yellow line and one broken yellow, when CAN you pass? (if it is safe to do so)
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when the broken yellow line is on your side
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painted on the pavement across traffic lanes, usually at intersections, to indicate the vehicle stopping position, before traffic signs or signals.
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stop lines
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if the motorist is required to stop at the intersection, the vehicle must be stopped _________ this stop line.
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behind
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designated on highways by a diamond-shaped marking in the center of the lane.
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high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes
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during heavy traffic periods, HOV lanes are reserved for...?
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buses, vanpools, motorcycles, carpools, and other high occupancy vehicles.
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is it against the law to drive slower than the posted minimum speed under normal driving conditions?
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yes
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if you are traveling at a rate of speed that is ___ miles per hour or more below the lawful maximum speed, you are considered to be driving a slow-moving vehicle.
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10
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in the more congested urban or metropolitan areas of Tennessee interstates, the limit is typically ___ m.p.h.
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55
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on the interstate, the minimum speed limit in the right lane(s) is ___ m.p.h.
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45
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use the ____-_______ rule to determine if you are following another vehicle too closely.
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two-second
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during inclement weather, should the two-second rule be increased or decreased to allow for improved visibility?
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increased
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when you approach a railroad crossing and a train is coming, you must stop between ___ & ___ feet from the railroad tracks.
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15; 50
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(true or false) It is illegal to pass a school bus that has stopped to load or unload students.
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true
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what should the motorist do when the yellow lights on the front and back of a school bus are flashing and the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children?
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slow down
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what should motorists do when the red lights on a school bus are flashing and the stop arm is extended, which means that the bus HAS stopped and that children are now getting on or off the bus?
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stop their cars
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intersections include:
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cross streets, side streets, driveways, shopping center/parking lot entrances
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places where traffic merges or crosses
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intersections
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when entering a main road from a driveway, alley, parking lot, or roadside, you must ______ to all vehicles already on the main road.
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yield
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if more than one vehicle arrives at a four-way stop at the same time, yield the ______ of way to the vehicle on the right.
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right
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(true or false) Tennessee law requires that when an emergency vehicle is approaching, all traffic meeting or being overtaken must yield the right-of-way and immediately drive to a position parallel to, and as close as possible to the right hand edge or curb of the roadway stop.
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true
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at least ___ feet before the turn, you must turn on your turn signal lights.
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50
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steps to make safe lane changes
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Signals Mirrors Over your shoulder Go (remember-SMOG)
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when stopping for a crosswalk on a multi-lane road, you should stop about ____ feet before the crosswalk so you do not block visibility of the crossing pedestrians to drivers in the other lane(s).
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30
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what is the minimum distance (by law) allowed between a car and a bicyclist?
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3 feet
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(true or false) It is illegal to park a motor vehicle, whether attended or unattended upon the paved or unpaved portions of any entrance or exit ramp of any highway unless the vehicle is disabled.
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true
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(true or false) It is legal to hack up or make a U-turn on interstate highways.
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false
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name the law: Tennessee law requires that motorists yield the lane closest to any emergency, maintenance, or recovery vehicle that is stopped on the shoulder of the roadway.
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move over law
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vehicles that are applied with the "Move Over Law"
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police/highway patrol vehicles, ambulance/fire fighting vehicles, utility vehicles that provide your electric, phone, natural gas, and water services, tow trucks/TDOT help vehicles, and TDOT maintenance vehicles or private contractor vehicles involved in road construction or repair work
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how often (minimum) should you clean your headlights and windows?
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once a month
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do you use headlights on low or high beam?
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low beam
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when driving through dense fog, heavy rain, or snow during the daytime, turn on your _____ ______ headlights.
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low beam
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if it starts to rain on a hot day, pavement can be slippery for the first few minutes because heat causes _____ in the asphalt to come to the surface.
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oil
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"If your wheels don't roll, you don't have _________."
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control
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steps if your vehicle begins to skid:
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-stay off the break -steer -turn the steering wheel back the other way as soon as the vehicle begins to straighten out -continue to steer
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what fraction of drivers is intoxicated?
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1/10
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The liver can only oxidize about _____ drink per hour.
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one
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what is the only thing that can sober a person who's been drinking?
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time
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(true or false) Drinking coffee, exercising, and taking a shower are all effective methods to sober a person who's been drinking.
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false
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what is the level of intoxication which is always illegal?
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0.08
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with a BAC of .10 percent, you are ______ times more likely to cause a crash than if you were sober.
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seven
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good __________ decreases with the use of alcohol.
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judgement
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when alcohol is combined with another depressant, like tranquilizers or sedatives, the results are ____________.
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multiplied
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(true or false) If your doctor prescribes a tranquilizer or sedative, it is always okay to drive under the influence of it.
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false
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(true or false) Marijuana and other drugs do not affect judgement and motor functions.
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false
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name the law: When you drive in Tennessee, you have given your consent to be tested to determine the alcohol or drug content of your blood.
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implied consent law
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if you are placed under arrest and a law enforcement officer asks you to take the test and you refuse, it will likely result in the suspension by the court of your driving privileges for how long?
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twelve months/ 1 year
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jail time for 1st conviction of DUI
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48 hours or 7 days
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jail time for 2nd conviction of DUI
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45 days (11 months) or 29 days
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license revocation period for 1st conviction of DUI
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1 year
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license revocation period for 2nd conviction of DUI
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2 years
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a vehicle can be seized if a driver is charged with driving on a revoked license when his/her driving privileges are already revoked as a result of a DUI conviction.
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vehicle seizure
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Known as the Drunk Driving Child Protection Act, there are added penalties for people who violate DUI laws when accompanied by a child under 18 years old.
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child endangerment
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what is the mandatory minimum jail sentence for someone who violated the child endangerment act?
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30 days
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0.02
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what is the illegal BAC for a person who is at least 16, but is not yet 21 years old?
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penalties for underage drivers who are found driving with a BAC of 0.02%, under the influence of alcohol, or under the influence of any other intoxicant
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losing your license for one year, a fine of $250, and sometimes includes service work
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(true or false) The combined use of alcohol and other depressant drugs, such as antihistamines, may be more dangerous to health and highway safety than the effects of either the alcohol or drugs alone.
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true
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whenever a driver license is suspended or revoked, it must be turned in to the Department of Safety within _____ days of the suspension or revocation.
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20
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how many points does an adult driver have to accumulate within a 12 month period in order to receive a notice of proposed suspension?
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12
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how many points does an adult driver have to accumulate within a 12 month period in order to receive an advisory letter (to keep adult drivers aware of the possibility of losing their driving privileges)?
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6-11
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can someone convicted of a DUI go to and from work, attend college full time, attend religious services, and drive as part of employment?
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yes
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provides coverage for damages you cause to other persons
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liability insurance
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provides coverage for damages sustained by your vehicle
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collision insurance
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provides for coverage for the damages uninsured persons cause
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uninsured motorist insurance
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what do you do if you arrive first at a crash scene?
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notify the police immediately by calling 911
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the area approximately up to 20 feet directly in front of a large vehicle
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no-zone
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in what situations is ESC especially valuable?
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slippery surface conditions, such as patch snow, ice, or gravel
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what percent does ESC reduce crashes by?
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35%
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ESC reduces the likelihood of all fatal crashes by?
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43%
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fatal single-vehicle rollovers reduced by?
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77-80%
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ABS + TRACTION CONTROL = ?
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ESC
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allow you to lock and break your car; also prevents your tires from locking up
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anti-lock breaking systems
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prevents your tires from spinning
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traction control
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the communication between the CAR and the DRIVER is through the operation of the __________ _________.
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steering wheel
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"Think _____, do ______."
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more; less
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the goal of this class is to develop advanced __________ as a driver.
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insight
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A proactive driver is defined as one who uses superior knowledge to ________ situations that require superior skill.
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avoid
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drivers should adhere to the following concepts:
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Stable platform Manage grip Utilize correct eye placements Think more, do less
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_________ is diminished during stressful situations.
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eyesight
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is your peripheral vision also diminished during stressful situations?
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yes
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the most important concept of driving
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mental
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the two parts of driving's concepts
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mental and physical
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where the rubber meets the road (physical starting point for grip)
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contact patch
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the most important pieces of equipment on your car
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tires
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what is the contact patch the size of?
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hand
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using the vehicle's controls changes & controls what?
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changes speed and direction; controls the amount of weight on each contact patch
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anytime the contact patch is turned, you have _____ grip.
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less
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how often should you check your tire pressure?
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every two weeks
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the under inflated tire is the major cause of what?
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tire blowouts
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"It's about ______, not ________."
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grip; slip
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under federal law, all tires are worn out at ____/____" of an inch in tire tread depth.
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2/32
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Good __________ is required to make good ____________.
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information; decisions
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the only information you can trust comes from the three most important senses for driving:
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sight, touch, sound
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the largest percentage of your good information is from _______.
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sight
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________ lines should be established as far as the environment will allow; ________ lines include activity in your peripheral vision.
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sight
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you should always be able to stop within your line of ________.
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sight
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_________ is essential to make good decisions.
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touch
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increased __-______ increase risk of losing grip
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g-forces
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__________ is essential to make good decisions.
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sound
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as frequency (or pitch) ___________, your grip ___________.
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increases; decreases
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SPEED X 1.5 = ?
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feet per second
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______ __________ (sooner with less pressure) helps maintain stability.
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long braking
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consider the ________ and _________ of line of sight.
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quality; length
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your __________ and ____________ help you to select the best path.
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training; experience
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a driver develops critical information based on what their eyes can ______.
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see
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rotational = extended release = ?
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trail breaking
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the steering wheel must be _________ in order to achieve platform stability.
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straight
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your _______ begins as you straighten the wheel.
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exit
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______ Entry = Reduced Sight Line
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early
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gives you the best driving line in a corner
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late entry
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early entry _______ line of sight
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reduces
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when the vehicle doesn't steer as sharp as you would like
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front wheel skid/understeer
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how to correct understeer/push
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-ease off throttle -brake lightly -straighten wheel -control car -repeat if necessary
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three ways you get oversteer (BAT)
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-braking hard in a corner -accelerating hard in a corner -turning hard in a corner
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three types of oversteer
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mild, pronounced, extreme
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if you have not corrected the oversteer by the time the car gets to ____ degrees, the car will continue to spin.
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20
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if the car skids right turn ______.
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right
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if the car skids left turn _______.
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left
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turning the wheel is your _________ of oversteer.
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correction
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straightening the wheel is your _________ of oversteer.
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recovery
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the second skid is always the ________ fault.
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driver's
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hydroplaning: causes
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low/high tire pressure, worn tires, driving in water too deep
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what to do if you hydroplane
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do not push on brake pedal/turn steering wheel, ease off the gas, wait for speed to go down and tires touch the pavement, steer back onto the road if necessary
