VADETS Module 3

The pivot point for backing and turning is the door post (T/F). False One hand steering is acceptable when backing the vehicle (T/F). True To back to the right, the driver will need to steer left (T/F). False It is not necessary to stop when pulling out of a driveway if there is no traffic (T/F). False Put the following procedures for preparing to move the vehicle in the order in which they should be performed. * Keep foot firmly on the brake * Select the proper gear * Check traffic * Use proper signals * Release the parking brake * Recheck traffic (including the mirrors and blind spots) * Select a gap * Move foot from brake to accelerator * Move to the proper lane When backing and turning, you should look in the direction you are turning (T/F). True When stopping on the right side of the road, you need to position your vehicle in lane position 3 (T/F). True The accepted procedure for backing straight is to place the left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position and look over the right shoulder (T/F). True It is not necessary to signal if you are pulling to the curb to stop (T/F). False The reference point for stopping 6 inches from a curb is over the right headlight. False When coming to a stop, it is a good idea to tap your brakes before applying full pressure to let others know what your intentions are (T/F). True Your field of vision is _____. What you can see while looking ahead The vision used to judge depth perception is _____. Central vision Which vision is first affected by fatigue, drugs and speed? Peripheral vision When traveling 50-55 mph, a _____ following interval is recommended. 4 second A driver should establish a visual search pattern to identify potential risk situations (T/F). True A driver uses his/her _____ vision to detect the motion from the sides. Peripheral To read signs, you need good _____. Focal vison If the line of sight and the path of travel are not the same, you should reduce your speed (T/F). True Your visual lead time should be _____. 20 seconds