Days 13-15

Question 1

If your tires fail…

Answer 1

Get a firm grip on the wheel, let up on the gas, and brake lightly.

Question 2

What should you do if you are involved in a collision in which the airbags neglected to go off?

Answer 2

Get out of the car, away from the airbag location.

Question 3

Two things to keep in mind when using a GPS:

Answer 3

It can cause distracted driving, and you may not mount it on the windshield if it interferes with view.

Question 4

A collision report must be filed within…

Answer 4

4 days.

Question 5

Three things you can do to avoid a collision?

Answer 5

Steer (turn to avoid it), brake (stop before it), accelerate (to move out of the way).

Question 6

When is a collision report required?

Answer 6

If there is $1,000 or more in damage to any one vehicle, or if anyone is injured or killed.

Question 7

The right of way at crosswalks belongs to…

Answer 7

Pedestrians and bikers, whether or not the crosswalk is marked.

Question 8

When riding at night, a biker must have a white headlight visible for?

Answer 8

500 feet on the front.

Question 9

When riding at night, a biker must have a light or reflector to the rear visible for?

Answer 9

600 feet.

Question 10

Can a biker be ticketed for violating the law?

Answer 10

Yes.

Question 11

Where may bicyclists ride that could be a hazard for drivers?

Answer 11

On the road, on the shoulder, or in a bicycle lane.

Question 12

If your brakes fail, one thing to NEVER do is…

Answer 12

Jerk the steering wheel.

Question 13

Most important driver’s attributes are…

Answer 13

Perceptual skills, judgment, motor skills, and decision making.

Question 14

Sweeping vision, especially at intersections is important because…

Answer 14

It allows you to see what’s ahead of you.

Question 15

Steps of a turn

Answer 15

Slow before turn, maintain speed in middle, accelerate out of it if LOS is clear.

Question 16

When changing lanes, the most important thing to do is…

Answer 16

Checking the blind spot.

Question 17

You may only pass on a…

Answer 17

Two lane, two way road.

Question 18

The first step of a pass is…

Answer 18

Getting in position with 3 seconds of following distance.

Question 19

Is it legal to pass if the car ahead of you is doing the speed limit?

Answer 19

No.

Question 20

When do you return to your lane after passing?

Answer 20

When you can see both of their headlights in your rearview mirror.

Question 21

No passing zone sign type

Answer 21

Warning

Question 22

Do not pass sign type

Answer 22

Regulatory

Question 23

You may not pass at these locations…

Answer 23

Going uphill, on curves, at intersections, on overpass or tunnel, 2-lane bridge or underpass.

Question 24

You may not pass within how many feet of the crest of a hill?

Answer 24

700-1,000 feet.

Question 25

You may not pass within how many feet of an intersection or railroad crossing?

Answer 25

100 feet.

Question 26

The best way to avoid an emergency is to...

Answer 26

Scan continuously.

Question 27

To operate a car in Washington, you must have insurance in these amounts:

Answer 27

$25,000 for injury/death 1 person, $50,000 2 people, and $10,000 for property damage in any one collision.

Question 28

Fine for parking in handicap spot?

Answer 28

$250.

Question 29

Fine for not using chains if needed?

Answer 29

$500.

Question 30

Speed for roundabouts?

Answer 30

15-20 mph

Question 31

Max speed on an ocean beach?

Answer 31

25 mph.

Question 32

When are cars required to stop and yield to pedestrians and bikers?

Answer 32

When they are within one lane of the car's half of the roadway.

Question 33

The first question to ask when approaching an intersection is...

Answer 33

Are there any traffic control devices?

Question 34

On a narrow street, the type of turnabout you should use is...

Answer 34

A two-point turnabout.

Question 35

What happens to your license if you are CONVICTED of a DUI?

Answer 35

You will be issued a probationary license for five years.

Question 36

What part of your body filters out alcohol? How fast does that work?

Answer 36

Your liver, which can handle about one drink at a time, and it takes one hour per drink to filter.

Question 37

Why are energy drinks potentially dangerous?

Answer 37

They can cause impaired vision, nervousness, and dizziness.

Question 38

If it is snowing and you happen to be driving (which is a bad idea), the first thing you should do is...

Answer 38

Slow down and increase following distance.

Question 39

If your car starts to hydroplane, what should you do?

Answer 39

Gradually ease off accelerator and look for your lane position.

Question 40

The last thing to do before entering traffic from a curb is to...

Answer 40

Check over the shoulder for your blind spot.

Question 41

Information signs are typically what colors? (According to the test)

Answer 41

Blue and brown.

Question 42

When should you accelerate while turning a corner?

Answer 42

Gently accelerate when coming out of the turn.

Question 43

When turning, do the back tires follow the same track as the front ones?

Answer 43

No.

Question 44

You are driving in the city when the car in front of you comes to a stop. You stop also. To know that you have stopped at an appropriate distance, what should you see?

Answer 44

You should be able to see their rear tires on the pavement.

Question 45

Should you use cruise control in less-than-ideal conditions?

Answer 45

No.

Question 46

Should you ever open a hot radiator?

Answer 46

No.

Question 47

What is the first thing you should do if your accelerator/gas pedal sticks?

Answer 47

Shift to neutral.

Question 48

If your engine overheats, what is one thing you should NOT do and why?

Answer 48

Do not remove the radiator cap because the engine is still hot.

Question 49

If your engine overheats, what should you do?

Answer 49

Pull over and check fluids after the engine cools.

Question 50

If your tire fails, what should you do?

Answer 50

Apply steady brake, let up one gas and pull over. Then turn on your flashers.