7.4 Ambulance Driving Quiz Study Guide with Complete Solutions

7.4 Ambulance Driving Quiz Study Guide with Complete Solutions All of the following contribute to your total stopping distance except: - Answer-Following distance Using the phonetic alphabet, type the word used for the letter "S". - Answer-Sierra As you approach vehicles on an emergency run: - Answer-maintain a safe following distance until the drivers yield On an emergency run: - Answer-you can disregard some traffic control laws, but must still drive responsibly and with due regard for the safety of others A vehicle's stopping distance can be affected by: - Answer-All of the above You should increase your following distance to more than four seconds: - Answer-All of the above When approaching a green light on an emergency run: - Answer-cover the brake to reduce your speed and be ready to stop. Watch for traffic entering the intersection Covering the brake: - Answer-You can reduce your reaction time When a jaywalker is waiting to cross in front of you, it is best to stop and wave the person across the street. - Answer-False Using the phonetic alphabet, type the word used for the letter "F". - Answer-Foxtrot You should check your mirrors: - Answer-Every 3-5 seconds EMILLECT 2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR ©2024 EMILLECT. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. FIRST PUBLISH OCTOBER 2024. Page 2/4 According to the text, a four second following distance applies: - Answer-at speeds lower than 40 mph, in ideal conditions. Under the hood, all of the following should be checked except: - Answer-Spark plugs On an emergency run, which of the following is a concern? - Answer-All of the above The most important area of your cushion of safety and the one over which you have the most control is: - Answer-Area to the front In the operator area, you should check: - Answer-All of the above You should use your low beams: - Answer-As you approach another vehicle