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Drivers Education Exam

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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. A triangular shaped sign indicates
Yield sign
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it
Yield
Two way traffic

2. If your engine is flooded - you will probably
Smell gasoline
Field of vision
500
Yaw

3. When pulling into traffic - the following is a crucial consideration
Reduces excessive steering - helps protect the driver from airbag injuries - improves vehicle stability
True
Pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle
Visibility - time - space

4. When an oncoming vehicle's headlights are too bright - you should
Look at the right edge of the traffic lane beyone the oncoming car
Driving around the block
Two way traffic
After you have entered the intersection

5. The wheels that receive the power from the engine are called
10
Whiplash injuries
Visibility
The rear wheels

6. The oil should be changed every
3000-5000 miles
Gravity
True
Across the hips

7. Normally - the correct lane to make a left turn is...
Need a space as least 5 feet longer than your car
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it
False
The lane furthest to the left

8. The type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or van designed for 16 or more passengers is a...
CDL
May proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus
16 and 3 months old
True

9. Ideally - the in-vehicle test should be taken in
Crosswalks
Do not brake - look where you want the vehicle to gom steer in the direction you want to go
Depending on the driver's height
The same vehicle you have practiced in

10. Vehicle registered in VA must be inspected
Do not brake - look where you want the vehicle to gom steer in the direction you want to go
About the same
Once a year
The front side of the vehicle opposite the direction in which you are turning

11. Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off
Lower humidity
5
False
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court

12. Blindspots are greatly reduced by using the contemporary mirror settings
When you actually begin the turn
False
3000-5000 miles
True

13. A yellow line indicates
Push/pull/slide
Visual activity
Roll
Two way traffic

14. The crossbuck is considered the same as a...
Yield sign
True
15 years and 6 months old
Occur in urban areas

15. You are covered by your parents' insurance policy while driving with a learner's permit.
True
Push/pull/slide
500
Must yield right of way to cross traffic

16. Flashing Red Light
Stop-go when the way is clear
False
Deer move around to feed at dusk
Your power brakes and power steering won't work very well

17. The use or cruise control is helpful on slippery roadways
False
Yield
No passing
1 1/2 miles

18. If you come to a stop sign and there is no white stop line
Once a year
Human-perception time
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it
4 seconds

19. When you are making a left or right turn - it is correct to turn your wheels
25
Give the alcohol time to wear off
When you actually begin the turn
Can get better traction

20. The fine for speeding in a work zone may be up to
$500
Proceed with caution
Look behind your vehicle - not just un the rearview mirror
No passing

21. Steady Amber Light
Who owns a car
1
Clear the intersection
True

22. Safety experts recommend the use of headlights whenever the vehicle is moving
True
Yaw
Backward
The front side of the vehicle opposite the direction in which you are turning

23. When backing - the driver should turn the steering wheel to the right in order to back to the left
False
Must yield right of way to cross traffic
CDL
Distance judgement

24. When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction you
500
1 1/2 miles
Is higher on the outside of the curve than the inside
May proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus

25. The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly
15 years and 6 months old
Stop-go when the way is clear
Across the hips
Precise steering - smooth acceleration - controlled braking

26. Of all the collisions between cars and pedestrians - most
Depending on the driver's height
Occur in urban areas
Who owns a car
1

27. A regulatory sign that has a red circle with a red slash means
Occur in urban areas
No
16 and 3 months old
Proceed with caution

28. At dusk - there is more danger of hitting a deer because...
Plan your move
The vehicles in the lanes beside his/her vehicle
Deer move around to feed at dusk
Allow each of the rear wheels to turn at a different speed when turning a corner

29. Changing lanes requires planning in advance and
No
150 feet before the turn
Executing your maneuver
CDL

30. Pedal extensions are available to allow short drivers to maintain a safe distance from the steering wheel
Once a year
False
Allows a driver to select and travel as a set speed - works at apeeds above 25 mph - should not be used on slippery surfaces
True

31. If the foot brake fails - the parking brake may be used to stop the vehicle
True
Precise steering - smooth acceleration - controlled braking
Turn the wheels towards the curb
1

32. Red signs indicate
Causes the horn to blow and the lights to flash
Visibility - time - space
Stop - prohibitive
150 to 200 feet in advance of a turn in urban areas

33. For the test - your state may require you to present

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34. If the driver needs to adjust the defroster - he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily
The vehicles in the lanes beside his/her vehicle
Will not increase engine power
True
Need a space as least 5 feet longer than your car

35. All vehicles have adjustable head restraints
The vehicles in the lanes beside his/her vehicle
False
True
150 feet before the turn

36. A driver's license expires

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37. Gives 3-dimensional perspective to objects
4 seconds
150 to 200 feet in advance of a turn in urban areas
Depth perception
Yellow

38. When backing straight you should look over your right shoulder
The point where - as you let up on the clutch pedal - the trnamission and engine engage
Precise steering - smooth acceleration - controlled braking
Human-perception time
True

39. The first thing to do in the event of brake failure is to
Push/pull/slide
Protected turn/go in direction of arrow
Pump the brake pedal rapidly
Events you think might happen

40. In a snowfall - you should drive in the tacks of the vehicle ahead of you so you
Plan your move
Pressing the accelerator once to the floor and then releasing it
4 seconds
Can get better traction

41. If you are less than 18 - you will receive your permanent license from...
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
Stop-remained stopped
After you have entered the intersection
5

42. Weight transfer resulting from loss of traction to the rear is known as
The front side of the vehicle opposite the direction in which you are turning
Yaw
Pitch
True

43. When parallel parking you
Executing your maneuver
1 1/2 miles
Need a space as least 5 feet longer than your car
It is easier to drive

44. Most railroad crossing crashes are the result of
A point system
5
Driver error
3000-5000 miles

45. The best remedy for driving fatigue is...
Recorded on your driver's license and discussed with your family
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver
Rest
150 feet before the turn

46. Tires should be checked
Weekly
15 years and 6 months old
Lower humidity
True

47. A train's speed
Who owns a car
500
True
Will appear slower than it is

48. When seated properly - the driver should be at least ____ inches from the steering wheel
Allow each of the rear wheels to turn at a different speed when turning a corner
To reverse your direction
Visibility
10

49. The penalty for anyone less than 20 Who is convicted of a demerit violation is...
Visibility
A madatory driver improvement class
The lane furthest to the left
Need a space as least 5 feet longer than your car

50. The vision requirement in VA for obtaining a driver's license is...
Keep track of the number of miles the vehicle has been driven
20/40 in one or both eyes
Whiplash injuries
Stop - prohibitive