Driving Safety Flashcard

Front

What are 3 signs of not an aggressive driver?

Back

Yielding to right of way, obeying speed limits, using turn signals

Front

If you are experiencing any type of aggressive driving behavior, you should take time to _____ ______ and keep ______.

Back

cool off, calm

Front

What are potential distractions while driving?

Back

Texting, eating, adjusting the radio

Front

What happens when a driver goes into “highway hypnosis”? What can potentially happen?

Back

Decreased awareness and reaction time

Front

Who is at most at risk for drowsy driving? Options: People who drive at night, young drivers, people who take medication that increases drowsiness; Retired individuals, children, cyclists; Pedestrians, office workers, athletes; Teachers, students, artists.

Back

People who drive at night, young drivers, people who take medication that increases drowsiness

Front

What should you do if you need to make an emergency stop on a highway?

Back

Use your hazard lights and pull over safely to the shoulder or right of the roadway.

Front

If you have a tire blowout, what should you do with the steering wheel?

Back

Hold the wheel tightly.

Front

If you have a tire blowout, what should you do with the accelerator pedal?

Back

Remove foot from the pedal.

Front

If you have a tire blowout, how should you bring your vehicle to a stop?

Back

Let your vehicle coast to a stop.

Front

What should you do if you start feeling drowsy while driving?

Back

Pull over to a safe location and rest.