Defensive Driving Post Test Exam Final
Questions and Answers 100% Verified
What is the 3x5 test for brakes? - CORRECT 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
? - CORRECT ANSWER-About 1 to 1½ blocks ahead
What is meant by a 45-degree eye scan? - CORRECT ANSWER-Scanning the area in
front of your vehicle from sidewalk to sidewalk
When passing or changing lanes, what should you do to check the traffic coming up
behind you? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT ANSWER-It's the 360-DEGREE safety
space cushion AROUND your vehicle
Space + Visibility = - CORRECT ANSWER-= Time
What is the rule for determining the proper following distance? - CORRECT ANSWER-
The 3 to 4 second rule
For which brake type should you use a steady FIRM pressure when braking HARD ? -
CORRECT ANSWER-The ABS brakes
What is the "Rear tire rule"? - CORRECT ANSWER-When stopped BEHIND a vehicle at
an intersection, you should be able to see the REAR TIRES of the FRONT vehicle
touching the ground
What is the most important rule to remember concerning right-of-way? - CORRECT
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? - CORRECT 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: -
CORRECT ANSWER-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? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Your Attitude
,What is the single most effective means to reduce fatalities and serious injuries? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Wearing Your Seatbelt
What does defensive driving means? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT ANSWER-> Pay
Day
> Social Functions
> Romance
What are some physical issues that can affect your driving? - CORRECT ANSWER->
Medication = slower driving
> Physically you may be distracted by coughing or sneezing
> Tiredness = Slow reactions & fuzzy thinking
What is aggressive driving? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT ANSWER->
Personal factors
> Running late for an appointment
> Slow Drivers
> Other aggressive drivers
Define a defensive driver - CORRECT ANSWER-> Is careful to commit no driving errors
> Avoids accidents or close calls due to weather, road conditions, traffic or the actions
of pedestrians and other drivers
, What are some personal factors that affect your ability to drive a vehicle? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Sick, tired, family problems (angry with spouse/children/friend), work
problems (conflict with co-worker), late for appointment, drugs/alcohol
What are some external factors that can affect your driving experience - CORRECT
ANSWER-Other drivers' personal factors, pedestrians, children playing nearby,
weather, poor visibility, driving conditions
What can be affected when you are not in 100% condition to drive a vehicle? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Other people's lives around you, Comcast's equipment, and/or
damaging the environment
To ensure safety with the vehicle always _______________ - CORRECT ANSWER-
>Place safety cones outside the vehicle to provide an awareness that you are working
on the road.
> Use headlights during dark conditions.
>Use turn signals in advance of an intersection.
Remove distractions from inside the vehicle.
>Arrive in appropriate condition to drive a vehicle (enough rest, eaten recently, etc.)
When equipment is in or near the van: - CORRECT ANSWER-> Keep unused
equipment locked in the vehicle.
> Check on the vehicle regularly (applies to all groups).
> Know the location of all equipment outside of the vehicle.
Basic Vehicle Check - CORRECT ANSWER-> Windows
> Lights
> Mirrors
> Exterior
> Fluid
> Tires
> Brakes
> Steering
Importance of Mirrors = - CORRECT ANSWER-Good Visibility in all directions is
essential to defensive driving
Types of Lights and reflectors include: - CORRECT ANSWER-> Emergency lights
> Driving lights
> Headlights
> Turn Signals
Questions and Answers 100% Verified
What is the 3x5 test for brakes? - CORRECT 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
? - CORRECT ANSWER-About 1 to 1½ blocks ahead
What is meant by a 45-degree eye scan? - CORRECT ANSWER-Scanning the area in
front of your vehicle from sidewalk to sidewalk
When passing or changing lanes, what should you do to check the traffic coming up
behind you? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT ANSWER-It's the 360-DEGREE safety
space cushion AROUND your vehicle
Space + Visibility = - CORRECT ANSWER-= Time
What is the rule for determining the proper following distance? - CORRECT ANSWER-
The 3 to 4 second rule
For which brake type should you use a steady FIRM pressure when braking HARD ? -
CORRECT ANSWER-The ABS brakes
What is the "Rear tire rule"? - CORRECT ANSWER-When stopped BEHIND a vehicle at
an intersection, you should be able to see the REAR TIRES of the FRONT vehicle
touching the ground
What is the most important rule to remember concerning right-of-way? - CORRECT
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? - CORRECT 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: -
CORRECT ANSWER-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? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Your Attitude
,What is the single most effective means to reduce fatalities and serious injuries? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Wearing Your Seatbelt
What does defensive driving means? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT ANSWER-> Pay
Day
> Social Functions
> Romance
What are some physical issues that can affect your driving? - CORRECT ANSWER->
Medication = slower driving
> Physically you may be distracted by coughing or sneezing
> Tiredness = Slow reactions & fuzzy thinking
What is aggressive driving? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT ANSWER->
Personal factors
> Running late for an appointment
> Slow Drivers
> Other aggressive drivers
Define a defensive driver - CORRECT ANSWER-> Is careful to commit no driving errors
> Avoids accidents or close calls due to weather, road conditions, traffic or the actions
of pedestrians and other drivers
, What are some personal factors that affect your ability to drive a vehicle? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Sick, tired, family problems (angry with spouse/children/friend), work
problems (conflict with co-worker), late for appointment, drugs/alcohol
What are some external factors that can affect your driving experience - CORRECT
ANSWER-Other drivers' personal factors, pedestrians, children playing nearby,
weather, poor visibility, driving conditions
What can be affected when you are not in 100% condition to drive a vehicle? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Other people's lives around you, Comcast's equipment, and/or
damaging the environment
To ensure safety with the vehicle always _______________ - CORRECT ANSWER-
>Place safety cones outside the vehicle to provide an awareness that you are working
on the road.
> Use headlights during dark conditions.
>Use turn signals in advance of an intersection.
Remove distractions from inside the vehicle.
>Arrive in appropriate condition to drive a vehicle (enough rest, eaten recently, etc.)
When equipment is in or near the van: - CORRECT ANSWER-> Keep unused
equipment locked in the vehicle.
> Check on the vehicle regularly (applies to all groups).
> Know the location of all equipment outside of the vehicle.
Basic Vehicle Check - CORRECT ANSWER-> Windows
> Lights
> Mirrors
> Exterior
> Fluid
> Tires
> Brakes
> Steering
Importance of Mirrors = - CORRECT ANSWER-Good Visibility in all directions is
essential to defensive driving
Types of Lights and reflectors include: - CORRECT ANSWER-> Emergency lights
> Driving lights
> Headlights
> Turn Signals
