Drivers Ed Direct Quiz Answers

ALL ANSWERS IN BOLD 1. As you age, you become a more mature driver. A. True B. False 2. Improper braking is a common error usually made by new drivers. A. True B. False 3. You should decrease the space cushion in front of your vehicle when you are being crowded by a tailgater. A. True B. False 4. The rule that states how much space you should leave when following another vehicle is known as the _________: A. One-Car Length Rule B. Two-Second Rule C. Three-Second Rule D. Four-Second Rule 5. You should never leave more than a three-second space cushion in front of your vehicle. A. True B. False 6. Which law states that you must drive at a safe speed according to road, weather and traffic conditions? A. Basic speed law B. Minimum speed law C. Maximum speed law D. Flow of Traffic Law

ALL ANSWERS IN BOLD 1. “Uppers”, or amphetamines, are a group of drugs that speed up the body’s central nervous system. A. True B. False 2. If you are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), the courts may take away your license for up to 30 days maximum. A. True B. False 3. Which of the following is considered an "over-the-counter" drug? A. Heroin B. Opium C. Aspirin D. Codeine 4. Which of the following drugs speed up the body’s central nervous system? A. Uppers B. Downers C. Narcotics D. Hallucinogens 5. Which over-the-counter medication has a tendency to make people drowsy? A. Caffeine B. Cold remedies C. Uppers D. Alcohol 6. Which of the following drugs can produce feelings of calm and relaxation? A. Uppers B. Hallucinogens C. Narcotics D. Marijuana

ALL ANSWERS IN BOLD 1. Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for teenagers. A. True B. False 2. Which of the following is an activity people do to change their attitude? A. Meditation B. Road rage C. Drunk driving D. Speeding 3. All of the following are activities that people can use to improve their attitude when behind the wheel, except: A. Listening to relaxing music B. Relaxing breathing C. Tossing aside negative thoughts D. Keeping negative thoughts 4. The most common traffic violations that teenagers get are speeding. A. True B. False 5. Which of the following attitudes will help you handle the responsibility of driving? A. Having an “I don’t care” attitude B. Having a positive, courteous attitude C. Having an “I rule the road” attitude D. Having a poor attitude 6. Young, inexperienced drivers generally perceive unsafe risk conditions better than most drivers. A. True B. False

ALL ANSWERS IN BOLD 1. When driving your vehicle, it is important that you check your blind spot often because motorcycles can easily become hidden from view. A. True B. False 2. Motorcycles steer more easily than cars. A. True B. False 3. A situation that especially places motorcyclists at a high level of risk is when they are: A. Traveling well behind another vehicle B. Parked in a lot C. In the blind spot of another vehicle D. Traveling well ahead of another vehicle 4. Which of the following is a recommended way to ride a motorcycle defensively? A. Do not use headlights during daylight hours B. Try not to be visible to other vehicles C. Don’t communicate your intentions D. Maintain an adequate space cushion 5. Motorcycles maneuver better in adverse weather conditions. A. True B. False 6. Which of the following would be considered heavy protective clothing for a motorcyclist? A. T-shirt B. Jean shorts C. Leather jacket D. Wool socks ...

ALL ANSWERS IN BOLD 1. What is the name of the law pertaining to driving under the influence for those under 21 years of age? A. Presumptive limit law B. Breathalyzer law C. Law of averages D. Zero tolerance law 2. Which of the following is a way that the body gets rid of alcohol? A. Perspiration B. Velocitization C. Vaporization D. Exasperation 3. Being a designated driver can help reduce the incidence of drunken driving. A. True B. False 4. A minor (under 21 years old) has the same legal (BAC) limit as an adult. A. True B. False 5. If you combine drugs (e.g. alcohol and prescription medication) it may dramatically increase the potency of each. A. True B. False 6. Which of the following is an instant “sobering-up” cure? A. Drinking a lot of coffee B. Taking a cold shower C. Eating a heavy meal D. There are no instant “sobering-up” cures

ALL ANSWERS IN BOLD 1. As a driver, being alert for pedestrians on the roadway can help reduce the number of injuries and fatalities. A. True B. False 2. When you are crossing the street in a crosswalk, you do NOT have to bother checking for vehicles because you have the right of way. A. True B. False 3. As a driver, when you encounter a school bus with flashing red lights, you should: A. Stop until the red lights stop flashing B. Stop and then proceed immediately if safe C. Proceed if you don’t see any children present D. Stop until the crossing guard raises the green flag 4. When backing, you should primarily be looking over your right shoulder. A. True B. False 5. The driver of a vehicle must yield the right of way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within a marked crosswalk. A. True B. False 6. If you find that hitting an animal is imminent, you should: A. Swerve to avoid it B. Slam on your brakes C. Not swerve to avoid it D. Suddenl...

ALL ANSWERS IN BOLD 1. You do NOT have to wear your seatbelt on a short drive. A. True B. False 2. The radiator is part of your vehicle's _________ system: A. Brake system B. Ignition system C. Electrical system D. Cooling system 3. Your tires do not help provide your car with a grip of the road. A. True B. False 4. Performing a wheel alignment will reduce wear on your: A. Brakes B. Tires C. Transmission D. Engine 5. The battery is part of your vehicle's _________ system: A. Electrical system B. Steering system C. Ignition system D. Fuel system 6. Your horn is used to: A. Alert other drivers of potential hazards or accidents B. Wake up your carpool in the morning C. Get your friends' attention on the side of the road D. Express frustration or anger

ALL ANSWERS ARE IN BOLD 1. If your vehicle experiences a breakdown, you should: A. Pull over to the shoulder of the road B. Stop in your lane and put on your hazard lights C. Try to continue until you spot a gas station or garage D. Scream until someone hears you 2. Passing is prohibited by law within 100 feet of any bridge or tunnel. A. True B. False 3. If you start to hydroplane, what should you do? A. Pull the parking brake B. Slam your brakes C. Jerk the steering wheel D. Gradually decelerate 4. When driving on an open highway, you do not have to remain alert as there are very few hazards you need to worry about. A. True B. False 5. Which of the following is NOT a good technique to use if you experience a brake failure? A.  Enter an emergency vehicle runway area B.  Aim downhill if possible C. Use the emergency parking brake D. Downshift 6. What is the name of the technique used when stuck in snow or mud? A. Rockin...

ALL ANSWERS ARE BOLD 1. When driving on city streets, how far should you look ahead for traffic hazards? A. ½ mile B. 1 mile C. As far as you can see D. 1-2 blocks 2. If you look ahead for signal changes, you can reduce your speed and prepare to stop on a red light. A. True B. False 3. Generally, when looking for a space to park in, which of the following is a good tip to follow? A. Find a spot that is just large enough so you could squeeze in B. Enter the parking spot as quickly as possible C. Avoid parking spaces that have illegally or incorrectly parked cars next to you D. Don’t bother looking to see if there is anything like a shopping cart in the spot 4. Basic hand/eye/foot coordination is necessary to control the vehicle's braking, accelerating and steering. A. True B. False 5. The basic technique used for making a turn is the hand-over-hand method. A. True B. False 6. You may always make a right turn against a red arrow. A . True...

ALL ANSWERS IN BOLD 1. The first thing you should do when involved in a collision is to determine who was at fault. A. True B. False 2. Bald or worn tires are dangerous because you could suffer a "blowout." A. True B. False 3. When emergency braking with “ABS” brakes, the best way to stop is to: A. Pump your brakes B. Feather your brakes lightly C. Tap the brake pedal D. Stomp down on the brake pedal 4. What type of insurance is REQUIRED in California? A. Comprehensive B. Liability C. Collision D. Uninsured Motorist 5. Compensating for potential problems before they actually become problems helps prevent you from becoming angry. A. True B. False 6. You should always sound your horn out of anger or frustration. A. True B. False

ALL ANSWERS ARE BOLD 1. A stop sign is a round red and white sign. A. True B. False 2. Yellow curb markings are for loading zones usually reserved for commercial vehicles. A. True B. False 3. A broken yellow line marking on your side of the street indicates: A. You can’t make a u-turn B. You can’t make a left turn C. Nothing in particular D. You can pass if safe 4. In regards to flashing signals, a flashing red light indicates that you should: A. Stop until the light turns green B. Slow down and yield until safe C. Pull over to the right side of the road and stop D. Stop until safe as if it were a stop sign 5. Guide signs provide information about distance and direction. A. True B. False 6. Lane signals are used to: A. Direct the flow of traffic throughout the day B. Decorate lanes during certain holidays C. Indicate when there is an emergency D. Indicate when there is road construction