Kelly SmithChapters 1-3 Flashcards

1
Q

Child restraint systems (car seats, sitting in the front seat) are now based on what?

A

the child’s height and weight

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2
Q

Name some reasons why your road test examiner might find your car unsuitable for the road test and fail you

A

no red sticker, breaks in bad condition, signals not working, etc.

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3
Q

The driver is responsible for all passengers under what age to wear a seat belt?

A

18

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4
Q

Children are safest when they are buckled in what seat of a car?

A

the backseat

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5
Q

What is the proper position for a driver to grip the steering wheel?

A

9 and 3

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6
Q

A vehicle’s stopping distance depends on what?

A

the driver’s reaction time, weather conditions, weight of the vehicle, brake and tire conditions, roadway conditions, and speed that the vehicle is traveling

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7
Q

when parking a vehicle uphill, the wheel’s should be ……?

A

turned away from the curb

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8
Q

when parking a vehicle downhill, the wheels should be …..?

A

turned toward the curb

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9
Q

what is the left turn arm signal?

A

hand and arm straight out

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10
Q

when making a 3-point turn a driver should first signal left and move forward turning the steering wheel to the …..?

A

left

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11
Q

if both center lines on a lane are solid

A

there is no passing allowed

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12
Q

if one center line on a lane is broken

A

passing is allowed only on the side with the broken line

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13
Q

both center lines on a lane are broken

A

passing is allowed on both side

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14
Q

NJ laws require drivers to keep to what side of the road except when passing

A

the right

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15
Q

in NJ drivers are allowed to turn right on red only if and after they

A

there is not a sign that says no turn on red, and after they come to a full stop and check for all traffic

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16
Q

when a bus stops a driver driving behind the bus should stop how many feet away?

A

25

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17
Q

the move over law requires drivers to do what ?

A

change their lane when approaching a stationary, emergency vehicle, tow truck, or any other emergency service vehicle displaying flashing lights

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18
Q

what is a controlled intersection?

A

an intersection where there are traffic signals, signs in any direction, or controlled by a police officer

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19
Q

what is an uncontrolled intersection?

A

an intersection where two or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device

20
Q

Is it the responsibility of the pedestrian or the driver to keep pedestrians safe?

A

pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility

21
Q

drivers should always be prepared to yield to what?

A

emergency vehicles, trains, buses, postal vehicles, motorized or mobility-assistance devices, other vehicles already in the intersection

22
Q

What is the speed limit for a school zone or business or residential district?

A

25mph

23
Q

What is the speed limit for a suburban business or residential district?

A

35mph

24
Q

What is the speed limit for a non-posted rural highway?

A

50mph

25
Q

What is the speed limit for certain state highways (as posted) and interstates?

A

55mph

26
Q

What is the standard accident prevention formula?

A

be alert, be prepared, and act in time

27
Q

Maggie’s Law makes it illegal to do what?

A

knowingly drive a vehicle when impaired by a lack of sleep which can cause highway hypnosis

28
Q

What is the three second rule?

A

make it easier to judge distances, choose an object ahead of the vehicle in front of you and your vehicle should pass the object at least three seconds after the vehicle in front of you passes the object

29
Q

In snow and icy conditions a vehicle skid when?

A

a motorist accelerates too quickly, turns too fast, brakes improperly

30
Q

A motorist should always consider what factors when driving at night?

A

speed, reaction distance, and braking distance

31
Q

Snow tires can be used when?

A

November 15 and April 1

32
Q

When should you use high beams?

A

on rural roads when there is no oncoming traffic

33
Q

If a vehicle stalls on a railroad track and a train is approaching what should you do?

A

exit your vehicle and run at a 45 angle away from the vehicle and in the direction that the train is traveling

34
Q

A vehicle travels how many feet per second when going 60 mph?

A

88

35
Q

In a city how far ahead should you look?

A

12 seconds

36
Q

BAC is determined by what?

A

quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, how quickly drinks were consumed, and food eaten

37
Q

The risk is how many times greater when driving with a BAC of .10 percent

A

6 times

38
Q

Law enforcements can tell a motorist has been drinking by what signs?

A

speeding, weaving, slow driving, and jerking motion, quick stops

39
Q

A healthy driver needs to have what?

A

good eyesight and hearing, free from other temporary health conditions or pains

40
Q

The only thing that make a person sober is what?

A

time

41
Q

For individuals 21 or older it is illegal to drive with a BAC of or above…

A

.08

42
Q

For individuals under 21 it is illegal to drive with a BAC of or above..

A

.01

43
Q

Every drink contains about how much alcohol

A

1/2 ounce

44
Q

the Hero campaign advocates for….

A

designated driver

45
Q

Marijuana may affect a driver’s

A

loss of tracking ability, distance judgment, vigilance, and divided attention