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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. Weight transfer resulting from loss of traction to the rear is known as
Right
Whiplash injuries
Yaw
Will appear slower than it is

2. The penalty for anyone less than 20 Who is convicted of a demerit violation is...
True
No passing
A madatory driver improvement class
Is routine care you give your vehicle - is outlined in the owner's manual - includes checking fluids

3. If the foot brake fails - the parking brake may be used to stop the vehicle
Keep track of the number of miles the vehicle has been driven
False
To reverse your direction
True

4. Acceleration results in weight transfer
Driver error
False
Backward
True

5. A regulatory sign that has a red circle with a red slash means
Go if the way is clear
Yaw
No
Whiplash injuries

6. Estimating distance between yourself and an object
The lane furthest to the left
Distance judgement
In the bottom of the trunck
Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands - release the accelerator pedal slowly

7. Pedal extensions are available to allow short drivers to maintain a safe distance from the steering wheel
Events you think might happen
Stop-go when the way is clear
May proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus
True

8. Under the ________ law - persons less than 21 may lose the priviledge to drive if they have a BAC of .02 or above
Driving around the block
150 to 200 feet in advance of a turn in urban areas
Zero tolerance
20 to 30 seconds

9. A driver with a learner's permit is limited to ___ passengers under the age of 18
1
Reduces excessive steering - helps protect the driver from airbag injuries - improves vehicle stability
Go if the way is clear
False

10. Steady Green Light
Go if the way is clear
Driving around the block
True
3000-5000 miles

11. A solid line indicates
False
No passing
Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands - release the accelerator pedal slowly
Is higher on the outside of the curve than the inside

12. A triangular shaped sign indicates
A point system
100%
Events you think might happen
Yield

13. The function of an odometer is to
Will not increase engine power
Keep track of the number of miles the vehicle has been driven
The rear wheels
Pitch

14. Blindspots are greatly reduced by using the contemporary mirror settings
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
True
Area of central vision
Turn the wheels towards the curb

15. You should signal for a turn at least
150 feet before the turn
The first open lane going in your direction
8 to 11 seconds
True

16. The way to sober up a person Who has had too much to drink is to
Depth perception
A point system
Give the alcohol time to wear off
CDL

17. The vision requirement in VA for obtaining a driver's license is...
20/40 in one or both eyes
Implied consent
True
True

18. The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly
25000/50000/20000
Across the hips
True
True

19. Steering input to the left will result in weight transfer
After you have entered the intersection
Right
The lane furthest to the left
True

20. When backing up - you must
The point where - as you let up on the clutch pedal - the trnamission and engine engage
False
True
Look behind your vehicle - not just un the rearview mirror

21. Gives 3-dimensional perspective to objects
Yield to all oncoming vehicles until you have the time and space to turn
25000/50000/20000
Depth perception
CDL

22. Flashing Red Light
Will appear slower than it is
Stop-go when the way is clear
Go if the way is clear
Crosswalks

23. If your tire loses pressure while you are driving - you should
21 or 18 if immediate family member
Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands - release the accelerator pedal slowly
Your power brakes and power steering won't work very well
A point system

24. It takes a train going 50 mph approximately
Deer move around to feed at dusk
Visibility
True
1 1/2 miles

25. A banked curve is one that
Will appear slower than it is
Is higher on the outside of the curve than the inside
150 to 200 feet in advance of a turn in urban areas
Look at the right edge of the traffic lane beyone the oncoming car

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...
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver
Peripheral vision
Driving around the block
CDL

27. The minimum amount of liability insurance needed to satisfy the financial responsibility law in VA is...
Smell gasoline
25000/50000/20000
$500
The same vehicle you have practiced in

28. The alcoholic content of a glass of wine - a mug of beer - or an ounce of whisky is...
False
To reverse your direction
About the same
Zero tolerance

29. Weight transfer from side to side is known as
True
On the licensee's birthday in ages divisible by 5
False
Roll

30. The panic button on a wireless remote door control
Distance judgement
Causes the horn to blow and the lights to flash
Show anger
Right

31. A train's speed
Need a space as least 5 feet longer than your car
On the licensee's birthday in ages divisible by 5
Will appear slower than it is
True

32. General warning signs are
Human-perception time
Show anger
Regulatory sign
Yellow

33. An important point to remember in skid control is...
After you have entered the intersection
$500
Need a space as least 5 feet longer than your car
Do not brake - look where you want the vehicle to gom steer in the direction you want to go

34. There are plenty of donated organs to meet the needs of all patients.
True
Distance judgement
False
Plan your move

35. Red Light
Stop-remained stopped
True
Pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle
Push/pull/slide

36. An applicant for a learner's permit must score ____ on signs test
100%
Implied consent
Events you think might happen
True

37. The first thing to do when moving your vehicle into traffic is to
Whiplash injuries
A madatory driver improvement class
Plan your move
Orange

38. If you are less than 18 - you will receive your permanent license from...
10
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
100%
Orange

39. According to VA law - you must turn into
The lane furthest to the left
The first open lane going in your direction
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver
A madatory driver improvement class

40. You should prepare for a turn approximately _______ before you make it
Human-perception time
8 to 12 seconds
True
Protected turn/go in direction of arrow

41. After passing a truck - you should not pull in closely in front of it because...

42. When backing up - one of the points most likely to hit something is...
True
The front side of the vehicle opposite the direction in which you are turning
Threshold braking
You are hit by an uninsured driver or you are a victim of a hit-and-run driver

43. A 2-point turn is when you use a driveway
Implied consent
To reverse your direction
False
Stop-remained stopped

44. To make sure no one is about to enter your driving path - you should always look to the sides at
Smell gasoline
Everything
Crosswalks
Stop even with the stop sign or just in front of it

45. The wheels that receive the power from the engine are called
Precise steering - smooth acceleration - controlled braking
The rear wheels
Yield
Give the alcohol time to wear off

46. If the driver needs to adjust the defroster - he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily
8 to 11 seconds
True
False
Events you think might happen

47. The turn signal will always cancel after a turn
Forward
True
Regulatory sign
False

48. The horn should not be used to
Need a space as least 5 feet longer than your car
Show anger
25000/50000/20000
A point system

49. When an oncoming vehicle's headlights are too bright - you should
1 1/2 miles
Can get better traction
Look at the right edge of the traffic lane beyone the oncoming car
False

50. When securing the vehicle - the parking brake should be set before placing the vehicle in park
True
False
Stop-remained stopped
Pump the brake pedal rapidly