Maine Driver's Ed Permit Test Study Guide

Maine Driver's Ed Permit Test Study Guide Automobiles get ___% better mileage at 55 MPH than at 70 MPH. - 20% At a four way stop, who has the right of way? - The person who stopped first. What does a red line through a red circle mean? - An action is prohibited. Do not do this action. What routine maintenance steps should you follow to maximize your automobiles fuel efficiency? - Tire pressure, oil chances, and air filters or cleaners. What is the difference between a solid line on the roadway and a broken one? - Broken lines mean that you are allowed to pass other vehicles. How should you proceed when approaching a traffic circle? - Approach cautiously and yield to the oncoming traffic. Good drivers try to see ahead for at least how many seconds? - 20-30 seconds. What procedures should you follow before attempting to pass another vehicle? - Signal, then pass when the way is clear. You must judge whether or not you have enough room to pass whenever you approach an oncoming car, a hill or a curve, an intersection, or a roadway obstruction. You are at a stop sign. A car approaches from the left which has its directional signal flashing indicating a right turn into the road you are about to leave. Is it safe to assume that this vehicle will make the turn? - No. To change lanes safely while driving, what procedures should you follow? - SMOG: signal, check mirrors, check over your shoulder, then go when the way is clear. True or False: You should use your low beams in fog, snow, or heavy rain. - True. Where is it dangerous to pass? - Any place where there are hills, curves, or oncoming obstacles. How do you determine whether or not there is enough room to pass a vehicle in front of you? - Look 20-30 seconds ahead. Make sure there are no hills or curves. At highway speeds of 50 to 55 mph, you need 10-12 seconds to complete a pass safely. True or False: When attempting to pass another vehicle, you should always treat a hill or curve as an oncoming vehicle. - True What procedures should you follow when you are having car trouble and have to stop? - Signal, and pull off the road away from traffic. Where is the driver's "blinde spot" usually located? - Centerpost and back, especially on the right side. What is a safe speed? - 45 MPH in country/rural areas At 50 MPH, it takes about ____ feet to stop? - 188 feet What traffic signs are almost always yellow and diamond shaped? - Signs that notify you as to what's coming up ahead. Unless otherwise posted, at what speed should you travel when driving through a rural/country district? A business district? A school district? - 45 MPH; 25 MPH; 15 MPH. What should you do if you are driving along in the rain, snow or fog, and begin to have difficulty seeing either ahead, beside and/or behind you? - Pull over in a safe spot and call someone to let them know where you are. When following trucks, tractor trailers, and/or buses, what driving considerations should you keep in mind? - They make wide turns and their acceleration/deceleration is slower. True or False: The driver behind you has more control over the space directly behind you than you do. - True. True or False: When driving long distances on straight roads, you should keep your vehicle as warm as possible. - False. What procedures should you follow when entering an expressway? - Look for a gap, then increase speed in the entrance lane and enter the gap at highway speed. When encountering a bicyclist, how should you drive? - Cautiously. Stay alert of their movements and give them at least 3 feet of space. True or False: Bicyclists are vehicle drivers and have all the same rights and respon