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Midterm Study Guide Flashcards

1
Q

Who Cannot get an AL driver’s License?

A

People under sixteen, have had their driving privileges restricted or revoked in another state, or are under 19 and are not in school/haven’t graduated/dropped out.

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2
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List the steps of a 3 point turn.

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  1. Pull off to the right edge of the road
  2. Turn wheel all the way left and then go as far as you can left (perpendicular)
  3. Put it into reverse, turn the wheel the other way, and back up until your knees are even with the centerline. Then switch to drive and go.
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3
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List reasons for failing the drivers test automatically.

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Violation of a traffic law
Refusal to follow instructions
Dangerous accident
Any preventable accident

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4
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What is it called when your license is taken from you as if you never had one?

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Cancellation

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5
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What is it called when the state takes away your license for a set amount of time, after which you must take and pass the test to get another license?

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Revocation

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6
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What is it called when the state takes away your license for a set amount of time, after which, the state will give you back your license?

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Suspension

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7
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Explain how you can get your license Canceled.

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Filing by the licensee of a false report of the data or information required by this act. - only one we really need to know

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8
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Explain reasons for your license to be revoked.

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Drive and crime, 3 reckless driving (in 12 months), leaving scene of an accident without permission

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9
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Explain the reason for suspension of your license.

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In jail, HS dropout, Evade police, street racing, unlawful use of license. Point system.

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10
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How long is your license suspended if you get the given points within 2 years:
a. 60 days
b. 90 days
c. 120 days
d. 180 days
e. 365 days

A

a. 60 days = 12-14 pts
b. 90 days = 15-17 pts
c. 120 days = 18–20 pts
d. 180 days = 21-23 pts
e. 365 days = 24+ pts

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11
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What are the number of points for each of these infractions:
A. Passing a stopped school bus.
B. Drinking alcohol, beer, or wine and driving.
C. Reckless driving.
D. Speeding 86MPH or above.
E. Not yielding the right of way.

A

A. Passing a stopped school bus. = 5 pts
B. Drinking alcohol, beer, or wine and driving. = 6 pts
C. Reckless driving. = 6 pts
D. Speeding 86MPH or above. = 5 pts
E. Not yielding the right of way. = 5 pts

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12
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Is a U-turn legal as long as other drivers can see you within 500 feet and there are no signs prohibiting the action

A

Yes

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13
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Most motorcycle accidents occur turning ___

A

left

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14
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When parking, what is the only time you should turn your wheels to the left?

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When you are on a hill with a curb

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15
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List the places parking is not permitted.

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  • In front of a yellow/red painted curb or where official signs prohibit parkin
  • in front of a driveway
  • within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
  • 30 ft from a flashing beacon stop sign, or traffic signal
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16
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List the steps for parallel parking.

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  1. Pull even/parallel with car in front of spot (abt one foot away)
  2. Turn wheels all the way right and put in reverse (aiming for back car’s right tire)
  3. Back up until passenger seat becomes even with the other car then straighten up
  4. Pull as far as possible back and then pull forward some to straighten out in the parking spot
17
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List each stage of the AL’s Child Restraint Law.

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  • Under 20 lbs = rear facing back car seat
  • 21-40 lbs = forward facing car seat
  • 40 lbs - 6 year old = booster seat
  • Under 12 years = ride in back
18
Q

What is the best way to fight highway hypnosis or drowsy driving?

A

Stop every 2 hours or 100 miles to stretch legs and take a break

19
Q

Studies show that your ability to drive weakens at what BAC level?

A

0.05

20
Q

What is the BAC for a DUI for a person 21 years of age or older?

A

0.08

21
Q

What is the BAC for a DUI for a person 16 to 20 years of age?

A

0.02

22
Q

If you drive a commercial vehicle, you BAC cannot exceed _____

A

0.04

23
Q

List the offenses with the punishment for a DUI: A. First Offense B. Second Offense C. Third Offense D. Fourth Offense

A

a) Suspended license for 90 days
b) 48 hours in jail and 20 days of community service
c) Suspended 3 years
d) Suspended 5 years and class c felony. Minimum one year in prison.

24
Q

Alcohol is a ____

A

depressant

25
Q

The only way to remove alcohol is through _____. This process is called _____.

A

time (it is removed through the liver); oxidation

26
Q

How long does it take the body to filter one standard drink?

A

1 hour and 15 minutes

27
Q

What is the safest following distance on good roads in good weather conditions?

A

3 seconds

28
Q

When should you increase your following distance?

A

In bad weather conditions, poor road conditions, if there is a larger vehicle, if you’re going over 65 mph, if it is night

29
Q

School Buses have to stop at all ______ crossings.

A

Railroad

30
Q

List descriptions of Regulatory, Warning, and Informational signs.

A
  • Regulatory Signs: regulates movement of traffic. Must be obeyed and are usually black and white. Ex: speed limit signs, stop signs, yield, no parking, etc.
  • Warning signs: warn you of road hazards. Are black and yellow, construction are white, orange, and black.
  • Informative signs: inform and direct motorists. Green and white - directions. Brown and white - public recreational/cultural interests. Blue and white - services.
31
Q

Mileposts help drivers tell exactly where they are. Where does zero mileage start?

A

South and West are 0, North and East are 9.

32
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What does a broken yellow line mean?

A

It is a multi-user road going opposite directions and passing is allowed. (can’t go over the speed limit even when you are passing).

33
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What does a solid yellow line mean?

A

It is a multi-user road going opposite directions and passing is not allowed.

34
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What does a solid white line mean?

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You can pull off onto the shoulder.

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