ANSWER~✓✓dashboards, cell phones, navigation systems, driving
techniques, braking systems
What is a seat belt pretensioner? ~CORRECT
ANSWER~✓✓Pretensioners automatically tighten the belt to prevent
the individual from jerking forward in a collision or at a sudden stop.
You no longer have to pull the adjustable strap to fit your body.
Why do traffic laws exist? ~CORRECT ANSWER~✓✓Traffic laws
reduce chaos, keep traffic moving and give all road users a common
understanding of how the road should be used. Most importantly,
though, their primary purpose is to keep everyone safe.
The reason we have traffic laws is ______. ~CORRECT ANSWER~✓✓to
keep everyone safe.
How does minimum insurance work? ~CORRECT ANSWER~✓✓This
type of insurance pays for the damages done to another person's vehicle
or body and only for the amount of the coverage. In other words, if you
are at fault for a crash and only have a $15,000 liability policy, your
insurance will only pay for $15,000 of the damages done to the other
person and their car. Anything more than the $15,000 is your
, responsibility. Your own medical expenses and car repairs are your own
responsibility too.
What is the average cost for a severe injury in a collision? ~CORRECT
ANSWER~✓✓$247,000
Why should you be afraid of legal problems after a collision that was
your fault even if you have insurance? ~CORRECT ANSWER~✓✓Even
if you have insurance, the other driver can sue you for negligence and
win.
If someone dies because of the collision, the victim's family can sue you
for wrongful death
The cost of a collision can be more than the insurance coverage
(especially minimum insurance)
What does the US Department of Transportation list as the most likely
cause of collisions? ~CORRECT ANSWER~✓✓alcohol and drugs (most
common), distracted driving, sleepy drivers, speeding (primary factor in
29% of fatal and injury collisions - reported by the CHP)
What is the purpose of the DMV point system? ~CORRECT
ANSWER~✓✓The DMV point system, called NOTS, was designed to
keep track of drivers' offenses so they can suspend or revoke a license if
needed. If you can't follow the rules of driving safely, you will lose your
privilege to drive.