Seat Belts/Air Bags
How far should your steering wheel be from your chest
at least 10 inces
Any defect that can affect your driving should be corrected _________.
As soon as possible
Why should you scan 10-15 seconds ahead of you?
To allow time to prepare for traffic conditions and avoid last second moves of other drivers
What should you do if you encounter an aggressive driver?
Get out of the way safely.
What is the #1 distraction involved in most crashes?
Cell phone
Where should you place your hands on the steering wheel if your car has air bags?
On OPPOSITE sides of the steering wheel at 9 and 3 or 8 and 4
Before driving, check your _______, adjust your _____, and check around your car.
Check your mirrors, adjust your seat
What does SIPDE stand for?
Scan, identify, predict, decide, execute
How can you avoid being an aggressive driver?
be polite and courteous, allow plenty of time for trips, give others the benefit of the doubt
What should you do if your cell phone rings?
Let it go to voicemail
The law requires all children under ____ to be seated in the back seat
13
Before going on long trips, get an adequate amount of ________
Sleep
What is the most significant factor in crashes?
speeding
How should you handle a road rage situation?
Remain calm, avoid tailgating, stay alert
It is illegal for drivers ____ years and younger to use a wireless communication device when driving
16
Safety belt laws for children are determined by ____ and ____
Weight and age
To decrease blind spots, properly adjust your mirrors AND ____________________.
turn your head to check blind spots
To keep your drivers license, you have to remain a ______ and ______ driver
Safe and responsible
How does stress affect your driving?
You become impulsive and aggressive, take risks, and become prone to have a collision
When is the only time you should use your cell phone while driving?
In an emergency
What are 2 good reasons to wear a seatbelt?
Keep from being thrown from the car, less likely to be knocked unconscious, keep the same position in the car so you can stay in control
Adjust your rear view mirror so that it frames the __________ of the vehicle
rear window
You use the 3 second rule to judge ____________.
Following distances
Where should you drive to if you are being followed by an aggressive driver?
A public place that is well lit
Name 2 other distractions besides cell phone use during driving
Eating while driving, friends in the car, loud music, putting on makeup