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Drivers Education Exam

Instructions:

Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. You should signal for a turn at least
1 1/2 miles
150 feet before the turn
No passing
Plan your move

2. Weight transfer resulting from loss of traction to the rear is known as
500
Yaw
True
Lower humidity

3. A driver turning right
Must yield right of way to cross traffic
150 to 200 feet in advance of a turn in urban areas
True
True

4. The vision that enables you to detect movement to the side is...
Peripheral vision
3000-5000 miles
20 to 30 seconds
Can get better traction

5. A 2-point turn is when you use a driveway
Allow each of the rear wheels to turn at a different speed when turning a corner
To reverse your direction
1
No passing

6. The gap between vehicles to give you time and space to make a safe lane change should be
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
4 seconds
Give the alcohol time to wear off
20/40 in one or both eyes

7. Tires should be checked
Depending on the driver's height
Weekly
Keep track of the number of miles the vehicle has been driven
Visibility

8. Head restraints are designed to help reduce
Stop-remained stopped
Driver error
Whiplash injuries
Is higher on the outside of the curve than the inside

9. A choice
Implied consent
Is the selection between two or more possible options
True
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10. Weight transfer forward or backward is known as
False
4 seconds
Pitch
When you actually begin the turn

11. It takes a train going 50 mph approximately
1
1 1/2 miles
Allow each of the rear wheels to turn at a different speed when turning a corner
False

12. Vision clearest in a narrow cone-shaped area directly in front of you
Protected turn/go in direction of arrow
Area of central vision
500
True

13. When parallel parking you
Is the selection between two or more possible options
Peripheral vision
Need a space as least 5 feet longer than your car
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver

14. A triangular shaped sign indicates
Signal your speed
False
True
Yield

15. The easiest and safest methor of making a turnabout it
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it
Implied consent
A madatory driver improvement class
Driving around the block

16. Vehicle balance is maintained through
Precise steering - smooth acceleration - controlled braking
25
500
Yield to all oncoming vehicles until you have the time and space to turn

17. If the driver needs to adjust the defroster - he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily
The same vehicle you have practiced in
True
500
Events you think might happen

18. If your tire loses pressure while you are driving - you should
Pump the brake pedal rapidly
Backward
Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands - release the accelerator pedal slowly
20 to 30 seconds

19. According to the _______ law - you must submit to a chemical test for alcohol and other drugs if requested when driving on VA's public roadways or lose your license
Yield
100%
Implied consent
Pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle

20. The crossbuck is considered the same as a...
Who owns a car
Yield sign
True
True

21. Reference points are the same for all drivers
False
Will not increase engine power
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it
True

22. Gears below drive - provide more engine power
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it
Visibility
1
True

23. You are required to dim your headlights when you are within ____ feet of an approaching vehicle
Implied consent
500
Forward
Do not brake - look where you want the vehicle to gom steer in the direction you want to go

24. An advantage to selecting a car with an automatic transmission is...
On the licensee's birthday in ages divisible by 5
It is easier to drive
Look at the right edge of the traffic lane beyone the oncoming car
True

25. The first thing to do in the event of brake failure is to
Reduces excessive steering - helps protect the driver from airbag injuries - improves vehicle stability
Pump the brake pedal rapidly
25000/50000/20000
Check tire tread depth with a penny

26. The type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or van designed for 16 or more passengers is a...
False
In the bottom of the trunck
CDL
Driving around the block

27. Estimating distance between yourself and an object
Distance judgement
Visual activity
About the same
Executing your maneuver

28. You must park at least ___ from a fire hydrant
Across the hips
Field of vision
15
True

29. Steering input to the left will result in weight transfer
Right
No passing
Everything
The rear wheels

30. The basic color for construction signs is...
Is routine care you give your vehicle - is outlined in the owner's manual - includes checking fluids
Orange
Everything
5

31. The alcoholic content of a glass of wine - a mug of beer - or an ounce of whisky is...
About the same
The same vehicle you have practiced in
Roll
15 years and 6 months old

32. The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly
Look behind your vehicle - not just un the rearview mirror
Zero tolerance
Across the hips
True

33. It is illegal to pass on the right in VA
True
True
False
In the bottom of the trunck

34. Safety experts recommend the use of headlights whenever the vehicle is moving
Do not brake - look where you want the vehicle to gom steer in the direction you want to go
True
Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands - release the accelerator pedal slowly
Pressing the accelerator once to the floor and then releasing it

35. A train's speed
False
After you have entered the intersection
A madatory driver improvement class
Will appear slower than it is

36. Changing lanes requires planning in advance and
Stop-remained stopped
Keep track of the number of miles the vehicle has been driven
Executing your maneuver
True

37. Pedal extensions are available to allow short drivers to maintain a safe distance from the steering wheel
Regulatory sign
True
25000/50000/20000
Orange

38. Green Arrow
False
Protected turn/go in direction of arrow
True
Area of central vision

39. Uninsured motorist insurance protects you if
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver
True
True
True

40. Under the ________ law - persons less than 21 may lose the priviledge to drive if they have a BAC of .02 or above
16 and 3 months old
Zero tolerance
True
10

41. While driving look at least _______ down the road
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True
20 to 30 seconds
Forward

42. Red signs indicate
Stop - prohibitive
The rear wheels
Visual activity
25

43. The minimum age for a licensed driver accompanying a driver with a learner's permit is...
Can get better traction
21 or 18 if immediate family member
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
Deer move around to feed at dusk

44. When parking or turning beyond an instersection - you should signal left or right
Pump the brake pedal rapidly
About the same
After you have entered the intersection
5

45. There are two separate levers to open the hood
Implied consent
The first open lane going in your direction
True
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it

46. When making a turn - you should use your turn signal as least
No
False
True
150 to 200 feet in advance of a turn in urban areas

47. Cruise control
False
True
Rest
Allows a driver to select and travel as a set speed - works at apeeds above 25 mph - should not be used on slippery surfaces

48. When securing the vehicle - the parking brake should be set before placing the vehicle in park
False
Field of vision
The first open lane going in your direction
The rear wheels

49. You should signal at least ______ before you turn or change position
4 seconds
8 to 12 seconds
False
True

50. Flashing Amber Light
Proceed with caution
No
Check tire tread depth with a penny
Regulatory sign