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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. The oil should be changed every
False
False
3000-5000 miles
False

2. It takes a train going 50 mph approximately
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it
Yield
1 1/2 miles
True

3. Reference points are the same for all drivers
1
Deer move around to feed at dusk
False
Across the hips

4. Tires should be checked
Executing your maneuver
About the same
Visibility
Weekly

5. Use of a lower gear may be helpful when going up or down steep grades
CDL
Clear the intersection
True
It is easier to drive

6. Most railroad crossing crashes are the result of
15
You will block the truck driver's vision of the road
Driver error
True

7. Normally - the correct lane to make a left turn is...
The same vehicle you have practiced in
Turn the wheels towards the curb
The lane furthest to the left
Look at the right edge of the traffic lane beyone the oncoming car

8. Your decision to become an organ donor should be

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9. When backing - the driver should turn the steering wheel to the right in order to back to the left
4 seconds
False
Clear the intersection
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver

10. Using a gasoline that has a high octance rating
Signal your speed
False
True
Will not increase engine power

11. When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction you
Can get better traction
True
May proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus
Pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle

12. When an oncoming vehicle's headlights are too bright - you should
Look at the right edge of the traffic lane beyone the oncoming car
Threshold braking
15
Forward

13. The rearview mirror should be adjusted to frame to back windshield
Is routine care you give your vehicle - is outlined in the owner's manual - includes checking fluids
True
A point system
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it

14. Uninsured motorist insurance protects you if
Recorded on your driver's license and discussed with your family
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver
Your dirver's permit - the vehicle's registration - the vehicle's insurance identification card

15. Braking results in weight transfer
Deer move around to feed at dusk
Forward
True
Across the hips

16. A solid line indicates
4 seconds
No passing
The rear wheels
Two way traffic

17. A yellow line indicates
21 or 18 if immediate family member
Yield
Signal your speed
Two way traffic

18. General warning signs are
True
Forward
Do not brake - look where you want the vehicle to gom steer in the direction you want to go
Yellow

19. A certificate of title proves
To reverse your direction
Who owns a car
True
Driver error

20. Acceleration results in weight transfer
Backward
Will not increase engine power
True
Crosswalks

21. It is illegal to pass on the right in VA
Allows a driver to select and travel as a set speed - works at apeeds above 25 mph - should not be used on slippery surfaces
Proceed with caution
Rest
False

22. The uninsured motorist fee provides you with minimal insurance converage in the event of a crash.
15
False
May proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus
Roll

23. The turn signal will always cancel after a turn
Proceed with caution
False
Zero tolerance
After you have entered the intersection

24. The alcoholic content of a glass of wine - a mug of beer - or an ounce of whisky is...
About the same
Events you think might happen
False
Rest

25. If the driver needs to adjust the defroster - he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily
Is higher on the outside of the curve than the inside
True
A point system
Push/pull/slide

26. A choice
Is the selection between two or more possible options
Stop-go when the way is clear
8 to 12 seconds
The same vehicle you have practiced in

27. The type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or van designed for 16 or more passengers is a...
Peripheral vision
A madatory driver improvement class
CDL
True

28. What you see looking straight ahead and at an angle to the left and right
False
21 or 18 if immediate family member
Field of vision
20/40 in one or both eyes

29. Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off
Pitch
Once a year
False
Go if the way is clear

30. Cruise control
Visibility
Executing your maneuver
Is routine care you give your vehicle - is outlined in the owner's manual - includes checking fluids
Allows a driver to select and travel as a set speed - works at apeeds above 25 mph - should not be used on slippery surfaces

31. The basic color for construction signs is...
Orange
1 1/2 miles
After you have entered the intersection
Weekly

32. When turning left at an intersection
Yield to all oncoming vehicles until you have the time and space to turn
CDL
In the bottom of the trunck
True

33. Locking your wheels in an emergency braking situation
Decreases braking effectiveness - can make you go into a skid - increases your stopping distance
Weekly
True
Field of vision

34. The friction point is...
No passing
The point where - as you let up on the clutch pedal - the trnamission and engine engage
8 to 11 seconds
Push/pull/slide

35. The minimum age to receive a driver's license in VA is...
16 and 3 months old
20/40 in one or both eyes
True
Pitch

36. Gives 3-dimensional perspective to objects
Causes the horn to blow and the lights to flash
True
Depth perception
8 to 11 seconds

37. At dusk - there is more danger of hitting a deer because...
Deer move around to feed at dusk
True
Who owns a car
Occur in urban areas

38. When parking or turning beyond an instersection - you should signal left or right
Signal your speed
After you have entered the intersection
Depth perception
Over the right and left shoulders

39. The horn should not be used to
Gravity
The lane furthest to the left
Show anger
Look at the right edge of the traffic lane beyone the oncoming car

40. The speed limit in school - business and residential areas is...
25
Precise steering - smooth acceleration - controlled braking
Push/pull/slide
Deer move around to feed at dusk

41. There is a national network to coordinate organ distribution.
False
To reverse your direction
True
Zero tolerance

42. You are covered by your parents' insurance policy while driving with a learner's permit.
Show anger
CDL
When you actually begin the turn
True

43. The gap between vehicles to give you time and space to make a safe lane change should be
4 seconds
Push/pull/slide
Keep track of the number of miles the vehicle has been driven
False

44. Flashing Red Light
Stop-go when the way is clear
Crosswalks
8 to 11 seconds
True

45. A 2-point turn is when you use a driveway
No passing
100%
Crosswalks
To reverse your direction

46. Blindspots are greatly reduced by using the contemporary mirror settings
500
15
Keep track of the number of miles the vehicle has been driven
True

47. In order to obtain a learner's permit in VA - you must be at least
15 years and 6 months old
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver
20/40 in one or both eyes
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court

48. If the foot brake fails - the parking brake may be used to stop the vehicle
False
Can get better traction
3000-5000 miles
True

49. Weight transfer forward or backward is known as
Proceed with caution
Field of vision
A point system
Pitch

50. Green Arrow
500
False
Protected turn/go in direction of arrow
Look at the right edge of the traffic lane beyone the oncoming car