Chapter 14: Effects on Driver Condition
The emotion drivers experience more often than any others
Anger
The minimum drinking age in all states
21
The value of a vehicle dropping steadily over time
Depreciation
A regular maintenance service you should have done on your vehicle every 3,000-5,000 miles
Oil Change
Emergency equipment you might carry in your vehicle (at least 3)
Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Flashlight, Blanket, Jumper Cables, Tools, Reflectors, Water
Extreme anger while driving
Road Rage
The amount of alcohol in the blood expressed as a percentage of alcohol in the bloodstream
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)
The extra amount of money you must pay back over time when you borrow money
Interest
When this gets too low or worn out you should replace your tires
Tread
Following a route by reading a map
Navigating
The inability to distinguish colors
Color blindness
The involuntary jerking of the eyes as a person gazes to the side
Nystagmus
Additional costs owning of a vehicle (besides the initial purchase price) {must list at least 3}
Fuel, Oil, Tires, Repair, Insurance, Replacement Parts, Licensing, Registration, Taxes, Loan Interest, Parking/Toll Fees
The measurement for the distance you are able to drive per gallon of gas used
MPG (miles per gallon)
A large vehicle used primarily for vacations and travel
Recreational Vehicle (RV)
The ability to see things clearly both near and far away
Visual Acuity
A person who decides ahead of time not to drink and is appointed to drive others who do drink
Designated Driver
The number 1 benefit of buying a used car, rather than new
Lower Cost
Caring for your vehicle on an ongoing basis
Preventative Maintenance
A vehicle which can be rented for short periods of time such as on a vacation or while your personal vehicle is being worked on
Rental Car/Vehicle
Allows you to judge the distance between yourself and others
Depth Perception
The law that makes it illegal for persons under the age of 21 to drive with any measurable amount of alcohol in their blood
Zero Tolerance
A contractual guarantee from a manufacturer or third party to pay for or repair specific mechanical, electrical, or structural defects during a set period or mileage limit
Warranty
The part of a vehicle where gears are housed
Transmission
This chart lists the distance between cities
Mileage Chart