What is the 3x5 test for brakes? - ANSWER You pump the brake pedal THREE TIMES and
hold it for FIVE SECONDS
In city driving, how far ahead would a 12 to 15 second eye lead time have you scanning ? -
ANSWER About 1 to 1½ blocks ahead
What is meant by a 45-degree eye scan? - ANSWER Scanning the area in front of your ve-
hicle from sidewalk to sidewalk
When passing or changing lanes, what should you do to check the traffic coming up behind
you? - ANSWER Check your rear-view mirror, do a 45-degree scan using your side-view
mirrors, then do a 90-degree head check
What is your safety perimeter? - ANSWER It's the 360-DEGREE safety space cushion
AROUND your vehicle
Space + Visibility = - ANSWER = Time
What is the rule for determining the proper following distance? - ANSWER The 3 to 4 sec-
ond rule
For which brake type should you use a steady FIRM pressure when braking HARD ? - AN-
SWER The ABS brakes
What is the "Rear tire rule"? - ANSWER When stopped BEHIND a vehicle at an intersec-
tion, you should be able to see the REAR TIRES of the FRONT vehicle touching the ground
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,What is the most important rule to remember concerning right-of-way? - ANSWER Never
assume or demand the right-of-way; always be prepared to stop, if necessary
What is the most basic rule concerning left turns? - ANSWER When stopped, keep your
front wheels straight and keep foot on brake
When the weather turns the road conditions slick, the appropriate precaution is to: - AN-
SWER Slow down and avoid braking in a turn or on a curve, if possible
What is one of the most important items you should be concerned about while driving? -
ANSWER Your Attitude
What is the single most effective means to reduce fatalities and serious injuries? - AN-
SWER Wearing Your Seatbelt
What does defensive driving means? - ANSWER > Make safe driving decisions
> Allow for the lack of skill, improper attitudes and
actions of other drivers
> Avoid Hazards (weather, conditions, traffic, pedestrians, other drivers)
> Stay continuously alert of situations far enough in advance to take action
>Concede the right of way to prevent crash
What are good mood factors that can affect your driving? - ANSWER > Pay Day
> Social Functions
> Romance
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, What are some physical issues that can affect your driving? - ANSWER > Medication =
slower driving
> Physically you may be distracted by coughing or sneezing
> Tiredness = Slow reactions & fuzzy thinking
What is aggressive driving? - ANSWER > Driving in a selfish manner without caring about
the safety of others.
> Trying to intimidate another drive
> A ticket-able offense
What is road rage? - ANSWER > Using a vehicle as a weapon with the intent to harm
> Physical assault of a person or a vehicle as a result of a traffic accident
> A criminal offense
>An agitated state of aggressive driving
What are some factors that contribute to aggressive driving? - ANSWER > Personal fac-
tors
> Running late for an appointment
> Slow Drivers
> Other aggressive drivers
Define a defensive driver - ANSWER > Is careful to commit no driving errors
> Avoids accidents or close calls due to weather, road conditions, traffic or the actions of pe-
destrians and other drivers
What are some personal factors that affect your ability to drive a vehicle? - ANSWER Sick,
tired, family problems (angry with spouse/children/friend), work problems (conflict with co-
worker), late for appointment, drugs/alcohol
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hold it for FIVE SECONDS
In city driving, how far ahead would a 12 to 15 second eye lead time have you scanning ? -
ANSWER About 1 to 1½ blocks ahead
What is meant by a 45-degree eye scan? - ANSWER Scanning the area in front of your ve-
hicle from sidewalk to sidewalk
When passing or changing lanes, what should you do to check the traffic coming up behind
you? - ANSWER Check your rear-view mirror, do a 45-degree scan using your side-view
mirrors, then do a 90-degree head check
What is your safety perimeter? - ANSWER It's the 360-DEGREE safety space cushion
AROUND your vehicle
Space + Visibility = - ANSWER = Time
What is the rule for determining the proper following distance? - ANSWER The 3 to 4 sec-
ond rule
For which brake type should you use a steady FIRM pressure when braking HARD ? - AN-
SWER The ABS brakes
What is the "Rear tire rule"? - ANSWER When stopped BEHIND a vehicle at an intersec-
tion, you should be able to see the REAR TIRES of the FRONT vehicle touching the ground
1
,What is the most important rule to remember concerning right-of-way? - ANSWER Never
assume or demand the right-of-way; always be prepared to stop, if necessary
What is the most basic rule concerning left turns? - ANSWER When stopped, keep your
front wheels straight and keep foot on brake
When the weather turns the road conditions slick, the appropriate precaution is to: - AN-
SWER Slow down and avoid braking in a turn or on a curve, if possible
What is one of the most important items you should be concerned about while driving? -
ANSWER Your Attitude
What is the single most effective means to reduce fatalities and serious injuries? - AN-
SWER Wearing Your Seatbelt
What does defensive driving means? - ANSWER > Make safe driving decisions
> Allow for the lack of skill, improper attitudes and
actions of other drivers
> Avoid Hazards (weather, conditions, traffic, pedestrians, other drivers)
> Stay continuously alert of situations far enough in advance to take action
>Concede the right of way to prevent crash
What are good mood factors that can affect your driving? - ANSWER > Pay Day
> Social Functions
> Romance
2
, What are some physical issues that can affect your driving? - ANSWER > Medication =
slower driving
> Physically you may be distracted by coughing or sneezing
> Tiredness = Slow reactions & fuzzy thinking
What is aggressive driving? - ANSWER > Driving in a selfish manner without caring about
the safety of others.
> Trying to intimidate another drive
> A ticket-able offense
What is road rage? - ANSWER > Using a vehicle as a weapon with the intent to harm
> Physical assault of a person or a vehicle as a result of a traffic accident
> A criminal offense
>An agitated state of aggressive driving
What are some factors that contribute to aggressive driving? - ANSWER > Personal fac-
tors
> Running late for an appointment
> Slow Drivers
> Other aggressive drivers
Define a defensive driver - ANSWER > Is careful to commit no driving errors
> Avoids accidents or close calls due to weather, road conditions, traffic or the actions of pe-
destrians and other drivers
What are some personal factors that affect your ability to drive a vehicle? - ANSWER Sick,
tired, family problems (angry with spouse/children/friend), work problems (conflict with co-
worker), late for appointment, drugs/alcohol
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