Ch4
Exceeding the ____ is a common contributor to fatal and other accidents
In order to “talk” to other drivers, the driver can use their ____ or ___ signals, ___, or _______.
turn, hand, horn, headlights
After 2 to 4 drinks, alcohol impairs ________, _____, and ______,.
reaction time, balance, coordination
Nearly 90% of driving decisions are based upon _______________________
what the motorist sees
Speed Limit In:
Schools -
Non-Posted Rural Roadways -
Certain Interstate Highways -
25mph
50mph
65mph
____ is following too closely behind the vehicle in front.
Tailgating
BAC stands for ___ _____ ____
Blood Alchohol Concentration
Hydroplaning occurs starting at ____mph or what the tires ride __________.
35, up on a film of water
Always pass on the ____
left
Highway hypnosis is when ________________________
one has been behind the wheel for a long time
The BAC is determined by the driver’s _____, _____, _____, and ____.
quantity of alcohol, body weight, how quick the drink was drunk, and if any food was eaten.
The accident prevention formula is _______, ______, and ________.
be alert, be prepared, act in time
When one center line is broken how do you pass?
Passing is allowed only on the side with the broken line
Road surfaces are most slippery ____________.
during the first few minutes of rainfall
Refusal to take a Breathalyzer test will result in a loss of ______ for __ months to a year and an _______
license, 7, incurance surcharge
To use the 3-second rule __________________.
choose some fixed object ahead of the vehicle in front. After the vehicle in front of you passes the object, count 3 seconds before your car passes the object.
How is a controlled intersection different than an uncontrolled intersection?
Controlled - There are traffic signals or signs in any direction or controlled by a police officer.
Uncontrolled - When two or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device.
After a tire blowout, one should ____________________________
hold down the steering wheel
Drugs that may cause ______, may not be taken before driving.
drowsiness
If a vehicle drifts off the roadway onto the shoulder, __________________, regain control , and steer _______________ back onto road when safe.
ease up on the gas pedal, wheel 1/4 turn