Quiz Ch.5 3/4/15 Flashcards
When a vehicle goes downhill its speed does what?
Increases
What is the force that pulls things to earth?
Center of Gravity
What does energy of motion express?
Kinetic energy
What is the gripping action that stops the tires from slipping?
Friction
When tires are under inflated, what is the part that touches the surface of the road?
Outside edges
What do shock absorbers do?
They stop bouncing and help create traction.
In wet weather near freezing temperatures what freezes first bridge or highway?
Bridge
A vehicle driven into a curve does what?
Stores energy of motion.
Banked curves are what?
Higher on the outside than on the inside.
What does large vehicles have?
Slow stopping ability.
What is the distance a vehicle travels when the driver applies the brake to the time the vehicle stops?
Braking distance
What are 3 factors that effect stopping?
Speed, weight, and distance.
What is a restraint that doesn’t need to be handled?
Passive restraint
A properly adjusted seatbelt should do what?
Fit comfortably and snug.
What are airbags supposed to do?
supposed to be used w/ seatbelts.
