Driver ed final6

The majority of vehicle collisions are caused by

• driver error
• weather conditions
• roadway and environmental causes
• vehicle malfunction

Which of these will NOT immediately improve fuel economy?

• reduce top speed 
• reduce weight
• place car in neutral when idling
• proper tire pressure

Which response best describes defensive driving?

• know your state's laws
• anticipate actions of others
• always yield right of way to other drivers
• take the right of way whenever possible

An automatic transmission car stalls while driving. What must be done before attempting to restart?

• shift to neutral
• get a jump start
• shift to low
• shift to park

Which skill is considered a foundation for defensive driving?

• vehicle control skills
• visual acuity
• decision making skills
• emergency driving skills

A hybrid typically uses _________ power at low speeds and____________ power to assist at higher speeds.

• electric, gasoline
• gasoline, electric
• gasoline, diesel
• electric, biomass

You see a yellow diamond shaped sign ahead. Your first response should be

• remove foot from accelerator
• prepare for lane change
• apply brakes gently
• scan for hazards and information

A defensive driver will

• reduce risk
• control others
• always yield
• resolve conflicts

In the Smith System, "leaving yourself an out" means

• leaving a door unlocked
• deciding to change direction
• parking so your door is not blocked
• leaving a secondary escape path

The MOST critical element of sound decision making 

• knowledge and experience
• good vision practices
• Understanding driving laws
• sight distance management