Chapter 5 Defensive Driving Flashcards
What’s the best way to prevent crashes?
The best way to prevent crashes is to be aware that other motorists can be mistake-prone.
Why do aggressive drivers endanger other drivers?
They let their emotions take over and do the simplest mistakes like forgetting to give right of way, passing aggressively, ect.
How dangerous is a tired driver?
They are actually as dangerous as drunk drivers. Because of their exhaustion, their cognition is impaired just as much as a drunk driver’s.
How can you warn other motorists at night?
A quick headlight flash serves to warn other motorists.
What are the dangers of tailgating?
The dangers are that being too close to another driver can cause collisions and other things.
What is the three-seconds plus rule?
It should take three seconds before the vehicle passes a certain benchmark object.
During bad weather, should you increase stop interval distance?
Yes
What’s the most important thing you can do to signal turns?
Always turn on the turn blinkers and then turn them off.
Should you speed up after being passed by another vehicle?
No, you should slow down and allow the vehicle to maintain a good distance from you before returning to normal speed.
What is hydroplaning?
When the vehicle rides a thin film of water on the road, causing accidents and sudden erratic speed ups.
What speeds increase the likelihood of hydroplaning?
These speeds are above 35 mph.
During the cold weather, how fast should you start your vehicle’s engine?
Start it slowly and allow your vehicle to warm up before you begin to drive it.
How far should a motorist be able to see ahead?
A motorist should be able to see 12 seconds ahead on streets at 25 mph.
How can you prevent car theft with the ignition system?
You can prevent car theft by turning the key to the lock position.
How can a motorist lessen skid momentum?
By slowly turning the vehicle left or right.
