Drivers Ed Final Exam Questions And Answers

Drivers Ed Final Exam Questions And Answers When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction you Ans- may proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus When an emergency vehicle approaches you using a siren, you should Ans- pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle It takes a train going 50 mph approximately Ans- 1 1/2 miles Each year over _____ persons are killed in highway crashes Ans- 500 The crossbuck is considered the same as a Ans- yield sign A train's speed Ans- will appear slower than it is Most railroad crossing crashes are the result of Ans- driver error In order to obtain a learner's permit in VA, you must be at least Ans- 15 years and 6 months old The minimum age to receive a driver's license in VA is Ans- 16 and 3 months old The minimum age for a licensed driver accompanying a driver with a learner's permit is Ans- 21 or 18 if immediate family member An applicant for a learner's permit must score ____ on signs test Ans- 100% The type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or van designed for 16 or more passengers is a Ans- CDL The vision requirement in VA for obtaining a driver's license is Ans- 20/40 in one or both eyes A driver with a learner's permit is limited to ___ passengers under the age of 18 Ans- 1 The penalty for anyone less than 20 who is convicted of a demerit violation is Ans- a madatory driver improvement class A driver's license expires Ans- on the licensee's birthday in ages divisible by 5 If you are less than 18, you will receive your permanent license from Ans- Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court According to the _______ law, you must submit to a chemical test for alcohol and other drugs if requested when driving on VA's public roadways or lose your license Ans- implied consent Under the ________ law, persons less than 21 may lose the priviledge to drive if they have a BAC of .02 or above Ans- zero tolerance Vehicle registered in VA must be inspected Ans- once a year The minimum amount of liability insurance needed to satisfy the financial responsibility law in VA is Ans25,000/50,000/20,000 Your decision to become an organ donor should be Ans- Recorded on your driver's license and discussed with your family There are plenty of donated organs to meet the needs of all patients. Ans- False There is a national network to coordinate organ distribution. Ans- True In VA, you can get a motorcycle license without a driver's license. Ans- True The uninsured motorist fee provides you with minimal insurance converage in the event of a crash. AnsFalse You are covered by your parents' insurance policy while driving with a learner's permit. Ans- True Red Light Ans- Stop-remained stopped Steady Amber Light Ans- Clear the intersection Steady Green Light Ans- Go if the way is clear Flashing Red Light Ans- Stop-go when the way is clear Flashing Amber Light Ans- Proceed with caution Green Arrow Ans- Protected turn/go in direction of arrow Red signs indicate Ans- stop, prohibitive General warning signs are Ans- yellow A triangular shaped sign indicates Ans- yield A vertical-rectangular sign is a Ans- regulatory sign A yellow line indicates Ans- two way traffic A solid line indicates Ans- no passing The basic color for construction signs is Ans- Orange The fine for speeding in a work zone may be up to Ans- $500 You should signal at least ______ before you turn or change position Ans- 4 seconds According to VA law, you must turn into Ans- the first open lane going in your direction The correct method of steering through a turn is Ans- push/pull/slide When parking downhill with a curb Ans- turn the wheels towards the curb You must park at least ___ from a fire hydrant Ans- 15 The speed limit in school, business and residential areas is Ans- 25 You are required to dim your headlights when you are within ____ feet of an approaching vehicle Ans500 An important point to remember in skid control is Ans- Do not brake, look where you want the vehicle to gom steer in the direction you want to go The first thing you should do in the event of brake failure is to Ans- pump the brake pedal rapidly If your tire loses pressure while you are driving, you should Ans- Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands, release the accelerator pedal slowly Vehicles tend to slow down going uphill and pick up speed downhill because of Ans- gravity It is illegal to pass on the right in VA Ans- false If the foot brake fails, the parking brake may be used to stop the vehicle Ans- true Use of a lower gear may be helpful when going up or down steep grades Ans- true The use or cruise control is helpful on slippery roadways Ans- false What isn't a necessary step when approaching a vehicle? Ans- check tire tread depth with a penny The head restraint should be adjusted Ans- depending on the driver's height Preventative maintenance Ans- Is routine care you give your vehicle, is outlined in the owner's manual, includes checking fluids Tires should be checked Ans- weekly The oil should be changed every Ans- miles When seated properly, the driver should be at least ____ inches from the steering wheel Ans- 10 Driving with the hands in the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position Ans- Reduces excessive steering, helps protect the driver from airbag injuries, improves vehicle stability The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly Ans- across the hips The side view mirrors should be adjusted so that while driving the driver can see Ans- the vehicles in the lanes beside his/her vehicle Locking the door ensures that they will not fly open during a crash Ans- true When seated properly, the driver's chin should be above the steering wheel Ans- true The steering wheel shoud be adjusted upward Ans- false When using the accelerator and brake pedal, the heel of the foot should remain on the floor Ans- true The rearview mirror should be adjusted to frame to back windshield Ans- true Cruise control Ans- Allows a driver to select and travel as a set speed, works at apeeds above 25 mph, should not be used on slippery surfaces Head restraints are designed to help reduce Ans- whiplash injuries The horn should not be used to Ans- show anger The panic button on a wireless remote door control Ans- causes the horn to blow and the lights to flash Pedal extensions are available to allow short drivers to maintain a safe distance from the steering wheel Ans- true When backing, the driver should turn the steering wheel to the right in order to back to the left Ansfalse If the driver needs to adjust the defroster, he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily Ans- true When securing the vehicle, the parking brake should be set before placing the vehicle in park Ans- false Gears below drive, provide more engine power Ans- true Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off Ans- false All vehicles have adjustable head restraints Ans- false The turn signal will always cancel after a turn Ans- false When the daytime running lights are in use, the tail lights are not on Ans- true Safety experts recommend the use of headlights whenever the vehicle is moving Ans- true There are two separate levers to open the hood Ans- tru