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How long it takes a new driver to reach the driving ability of the average driver -
ANSWERSFive Years
Each year approximately (75,,,,000) people are killed in motor
vehicle-related collisions in the U.S. - ANSWERS40,000
More than ________ percent of all vehicle-occupant fatalities occur in single-vehicle
crashes. - ANSWERS50
Approximately what percent of crashes are caused by driver error? - ANSWERS90
Nearly half of all new drivers will either be cited for a traffic offense or be involved in a
collision during their first 12 months of driving. (True or False?) - ANSWERSTrue
What are the four characteristics of risk? - ANSWERS1. Risk is always present
2. Risk is affected by all roadway users
3. Perceived risk differs from actual risk
4. Risk can be managed
How does one perform an aggressive visual search? - ANSWERS- Search 20-30
seconds along intended path of travel
-Identify alternative path of travel 12-15 seconds ahead
Define "Graduated Driver Licensing" - ANSWERSGraduated driver licensing systems
(GDLS) are designed to provide new drivers of motor vehicles with driving experience
and skills gradually over time in low-risk environments. There are typically three steps or
stages through which new drivers pass.
What are the three steps of graduated driver licensing? - ANSWERS1. Permit
2. Junior License (Intermediate/Provisional License)
3. Full License
What are the restrictions for permit driving in NYS? - ANSWERSNo matter what age
you are, if you hold a learner permit, you may not drive unless accompanied by a
supervising driver age 21 or older who has a valid license to operate the vehicle you are
driving.
What is a Parent-Teen Driving Agreement benefit teen drivers? - ANSWERSA parent-
teen driving agreement is a written agreement between parents and their new driver to
outline responsibilities and rules related to the teen's safe driving.
, How can a Parent-Teen Driving Agreement benefit teen drivers? - ANSWERSThese
agreements can provide a way to set goals and expectations that encourage safe
driving and prevent miscommunications.
List three guidelines for assessing risk: - ANSWERS1. Consider the chance of a
dangerous situation developing
2. Identify possible alternative actions and consider the consequences of each.
3. Prepare to change speed or change direction.
What should the driver do if they are preparing to slow down or change direction? -
ANSWERSChange speed: cover the break
Change direction: signal
How often should pre-driving checks (checking outside and inside the vehicle) be
performed? - ANSWERSEvery time you drive.
When approaching your vehicle parked at a curb, you should: - ANSWERSApproach
the driver's door from the front of your vehicle. (Approach so you can see oncoming
traffic.)
Checks under the hood should be performed how often? - ANSWERSOnce a month (or
as recommended by the owner's manual).
In vehicles equipped with a driver's-side air bag, sitting closer than _____________
( / ) inches from the steering wheel increases the chance of arm, neck, or
facial injury in the event of a crash. - ANSWERS10
"BAC" stands for - ANSWERSblood alcohol concentration
Alcohol is a ________________ drug.
a. Stimulant
b. Narcotic
c. Depressant
d. Barbiturate - ANSWERSC. Depressant
The first ability to be impaired by alcohol or other drugs is - ANSWERSjudgment /
decision making
A one ounce shot of 80 proof whiskey contains _______ (less / more / the same amount
of) alcohol than/as a 12 ounce can of beer. - ANSWERSless
It takes the body, on average, approximately __________ to eliminate the alcohol
contained in one drink. - ANSWERSone and one-quarter to one and one-half hour
How long it takes a new driver to reach the driving ability of the average driver -
ANSWERSFive Years
Each year approximately (75,,,,000) people are killed in motor
vehicle-related collisions in the U.S. - ANSWERS40,000
More than ________ percent of all vehicle-occupant fatalities occur in single-vehicle
crashes. - ANSWERS50
Approximately what percent of crashes are caused by driver error? - ANSWERS90
Nearly half of all new drivers will either be cited for a traffic offense or be involved in a
collision during their first 12 months of driving. (True or False?) - ANSWERSTrue
What are the four characteristics of risk? - ANSWERS1. Risk is always present
2. Risk is affected by all roadway users
3. Perceived risk differs from actual risk
4. Risk can be managed
How does one perform an aggressive visual search? - ANSWERS- Search 20-30
seconds along intended path of travel
-Identify alternative path of travel 12-15 seconds ahead
Define "Graduated Driver Licensing" - ANSWERSGraduated driver licensing systems
(GDLS) are designed to provide new drivers of motor vehicles with driving experience
and skills gradually over time in low-risk environments. There are typically three steps or
stages through which new drivers pass.
What are the three steps of graduated driver licensing? - ANSWERS1. Permit
2. Junior License (Intermediate/Provisional License)
3. Full License
What are the restrictions for permit driving in NYS? - ANSWERSNo matter what age
you are, if you hold a learner permit, you may not drive unless accompanied by a
supervising driver age 21 or older who has a valid license to operate the vehicle you are
driving.
What is a Parent-Teen Driving Agreement benefit teen drivers? - ANSWERSA parent-
teen driving agreement is a written agreement between parents and their new driver to
outline responsibilities and rules related to the teen's safe driving.
, How can a Parent-Teen Driving Agreement benefit teen drivers? - ANSWERSThese
agreements can provide a way to set goals and expectations that encourage safe
driving and prevent miscommunications.
List three guidelines for assessing risk: - ANSWERS1. Consider the chance of a
dangerous situation developing
2. Identify possible alternative actions and consider the consequences of each.
3. Prepare to change speed or change direction.
What should the driver do if they are preparing to slow down or change direction? -
ANSWERSChange speed: cover the break
Change direction: signal
How often should pre-driving checks (checking outside and inside the vehicle) be
performed? - ANSWERSEvery time you drive.
When approaching your vehicle parked at a curb, you should: - ANSWERSApproach
the driver's door from the front of your vehicle. (Approach so you can see oncoming
traffic.)
Checks under the hood should be performed how often? - ANSWERSOnce a month (or
as recommended by the owner's manual).
In vehicles equipped with a driver's-side air bag, sitting closer than _____________
( / ) inches from the steering wheel increases the chance of arm, neck, or
facial injury in the event of a crash. - ANSWERS10
"BAC" stands for - ANSWERSblood alcohol concentration
Alcohol is a ________________ drug.
a. Stimulant
b. Narcotic
c. Depressant
d. Barbiturate - ANSWERSC. Depressant
The first ability to be impaired by alcohol or other drugs is - ANSWERSjudgment /
decision making
A one ounce shot of 80 proof whiskey contains _______ (less / more / the same amount
of) alcohol than/as a 12 ounce can of beer. - ANSWERSless
It takes the body, on average, approximately __________ to eliminate the alcohol
contained in one drink. - ANSWERSone and one-quarter to one and one-half hour
