WEDMK Ch. 4 Quiz

What was the speed limit in Saginaw in 1904 for cars and bicycles respectively?

• 8 mph for cars and 10 mph for bicycles

• 10 mph for cars and 8 mph for bicycles

• 15 mph for cars and 10 mph for bicycles

• 8 mph for both cars and bicycles

When did the Detroit Police Department begin keeping traffic crash statistics?

• 1904

• 1922

• 1945

• 1950

What was the purpose of the first chemical test administered by the Detroit Police Department in 1945?

• To identify stolen vehicles

• To detect speeding

• To identify suspected drunken drivers

• To check for valid driver's licenses

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately how many deaths annually from distracted-driving car accidents occur in the U.S.?

• About 1,000 deaths

• About 2,400 deaths

• About 3,400 deaths

• About 5,000 deaths

What is the fine for a first offense of texting while driving in Michigan?

• $100

• $200

• $300

• $400

How far does a car moving at 65 mph cover in the time it takes for the brain to shift attention between two tasks?

• 24 feet

• 48 feet

• 100 feet

• 120 feet

Which of the following is a recommended way to minimize in-vehicle distractions before driving?

• Designate a front-seat passenger to serve as a co-pilot

• Use your phone for navigation while driving alone

• Plan your route while driving

• Adjust vehicle settings while on the move

According to the document, what should you preprogram for easy access before driving?

• Your vehicle's navigation system

• Your favorite podcasts

• Your radio stations

• Emergency contact numbers

What is the main priority while driving as mentioned in the document?

• Avoiding mobile phones

• Keeping your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road

• Eating easy-to-handle items

• Listening to the radio

Under Kelsey's Law, which group of drivers is prohibited from using a mobile phone while driving?

• All drivers in the state

• Teens with a Graduated Driver Licensing Level 1 Learner's License or Level 2 Intermediate License

• Drivers over the age of 65

• Commercial vehicle drivers