VADETS FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS

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VADETS FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS In order to obtain a learner's permit in Virginia, you must be at least ____. <correct answer> 15 years & 6 months old Vehicles registered in Virginia must be inspecte... d ____ . <correct answer> once a year You are covered by your parents' insurance policy while driving with a learner's permit. <correct answer> True If you drive on the public roads of Virginia, you must submit to an alcohol or drug test when requested. This is known as the ____ law. <correct answer> implied consent In Virginia, you must have a special license to drive a motorcycle. <correct answer> True An applicant for a learner's permit must score ___ on the signs test. <correct answer> 100% Your decision to become an organ donor should be ___. <correct answer> recorded on your driver's license and discussed with your family The uninsured motorist fee provides you with minimal insurance coverage in the event of a crash. <correct answer> False The penalty for anyone less than 20 who is convicted of his/her first demerit violation is ___. <correct answer> mandatory driver improvement class There are plenty of donated organs to meet the needs of all patients. <correct answer> False The minimum amount of liability insurance needed to satisfy the financial responsibility law in Virginia is ___. <correct answer> 25,000/50,000/20,000 A driver with a learner's permit is limited to ___ passengers under the age of 18. <correct answer> 1 There is a national network to coordinate organ distribution. <correct answer> True The minimum age for a licensed driver accompanying a driver with a learner's permit is ___. <correct answer> 21 or 18 (if immediate family member) Under the ___ law, persons less than 21 may lose the privilege to drive if they have a BAC of .02 or above. <correct answer> zero toleranceThe type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or van designed for 16 or more passengers is a ___. <correct answer> CDL If you are less than 18, you will receive your permanent license from ___. <correct answer> Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court A driver's license expires ___. <correct answer> on the licensee's birthday in ages divisible by 5 The minimum age to receive a driver's license in Virginia is ___. <correct answer> 16 and 3 months A train's speed ___. <correct answer> will appear slower than it is It takes a train going 50 mph approximately ___ to stop safely. <correct answer> 1 1/2 miles When an emergency vehicle approaches you using a siren, you should ___. <correct answer> pull over to allow a clear path for the emergency vehicle In this situation, indicate who has the right of way. <correct answer> no one Most railroad crossing crashes are there results of ___. <correct answer> driver error Each year over ___ persons are killed in highway-rail crashes. <correct answer> 500 When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction, you ___. <correct answer> may proceed only if there is a median between you and the bus In this situation, indicate who must yield. <correct answer> car B The crossbuck is considered the same as a ___. <correct answer> yield sign In this situation, indicate who must yield. <correct answer> car B If the foot brake fails, the parking brake may be used to stop the vehicle. <correct answer> True This lane is reserved for ___. <correct answer> vehicles from both directions turning left If your tire loses pressure while you are driving, you should ___. <correct answer> keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands and release the accelerator pedal slowlyYou should signal at least ___ before you turn or change position. <correct answer> 4 seconds It is illegal to pass on the right in Virginia under any circumstances. <correct answer> False Use of a lower gear may be helpful when going up or down steep grades. <correct answer> True This road marking indicates ___. <correct answer> HOV lane or restricted lane (bus or bicycles) Matching (Traffic Signals) red light steady amber light flashing red light flashing amber light steady green light green arrow <correct answer> red light: stop - remain stopped steady amber light: red light is coming, clear the intersection flashing red light: stop - go when the way is clear flashing amber light: proceed with caution steady green light: go if the way is clear green arrow: protected turn/go in direction of arrow You are required to dim your headlights when you are within ___ feet of an approaching vehicle. <correct answer> 500 The use of cruise control is helpful on slippery roadways. <correct answer> False An important point to remember in skid control is ___. <correct answer> do not brake, look where you want the vehicle to go, steer in the direction you want to go According to Virginia law, you must turn into ___. <correct answer> the first open lane going in your direction A solid line indicates ___. <correct answer> no passing The basic color for construction signs is ___. <correct answer> orange General warning signs are ___. <correct answer> yellow Red signs indicate ___. <correct answer> prohibitive or stop This hand signal indicates ___. <correct answer> right turnThis sign indicates ___. <correct answer> slippery when wet The shape of this sign indicates ___. <correct answer> railroad crossing A yellow line (solid or broken) in the center of a roadway indicates ___. <correct answer> two way traffic The speed limit in school, business and residential areas is ___. <correct answer> 25 The correct method of steering through a turn is ___. <correct answer> push/pull/slide This sign indicates ___. <correct answer> lane reduction The shape of this sign indicates ___. <correct answer> regulatory You must park at least ___ feet from a fire hydrant. <correct answer> 15 When parking downhill with a curb, ___. <correct answer> turn the wheels toward the curb The shape of this sign indicates ___. <correct answer> yield The side view mirrors should be adjusted to the contemporary (BGE) mirror setting, which means the driver can see ___. <correct answer> the vehicles in the lanes beside his/her vehicle When the mirrors are set correctly, there is no need to check blind zones. <correct answer> False The steering wheel should be adjusted upward towards the face. <correct answer> False The following is the correct procedure for securing a vehicle: stop set parking brake place gear selector in park turn off accessories turn ignition off, lock ignition and remove key remove occupant restraints check traffic and exit vehicle secure doors <correct answer> True When using the accelerator and brake pedal, the heel of the foot should remain on the floor. <correct answer> TrueDriving with the hands in the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position ___. <correct answer> reduces excessive steering, helps protect the driver from airbag injuries, improves vehicle stability Preventative maintenance ___. <correct answer> is the routine care you give your vehicle, is outlined in the owner's manual, includes checking fluids The rearview mirror should be adjusted to frame the back windshield. <correct answer> True When seated properly, the driver should be at least ___ inches from the steering wheel. <correct answer> 10 The oil should be changed every ___. <correct answer> 3000 - 5000 miles To adjust the side view mirror for the BGE mirror setting, the driver should sit in the driving position. <correct answer> False Locking the doors ensures that they will not fly open during a crash. <correct answer> False When seated properly, the driver's chin should be above the steering wheel. <correct answer> True Tire pressure should be checked ___. <correct answer> weekly Which of the following is NOT a necessary step when approaching a vehicle? <correct answer> check tire tread depth with a penny The lap belt should be adjusted to fit snugly ___. <correct answer> across the hips The driver should set accessories before putting the vehicle in drive. <correct answer> True The head restraint should be adjusted ___. <correct answer> just above the ears See image. <correct answer> A. windshield wipers B. alternator C. accessory power outlet D. air bag readiness E. seat belt reminder F. low fuel G. monitors the anti-lock brake system H. rear defroster I. oil pressure indicator J. high beam indicatorHead restraints are designed to help reduce ___. <correct answer> whiplash injuries Gears below drive provide more engine power. <correct answer> True When backing, the driver should turn the steering wheel to the right in order to back to the left. <correct answer> False Pedal extensions are available to allow short drivers to maintain a safe distance from the steering wheel. <correct answer> True Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off. <correct answer> True The horn should NOT be used to ___. <correct answer> show anger When the daytime running lights are in use, the tail lights are not on. <correct answer> True All vehicles have adjustable head restraints. <correct answer> False Safety experts recommend the use of headlights whenever the vehicle is moving. <correct answer> True When securing the vehicle, the parking brake should be set before placing the vehicle in park. <correct answer> True The turn signal will always cancel after a turn. <correct answer> False If the driver needs to adjust the defroster, he/she should place the steering hand at the top of the steering wheel temporarily. <correct answer> False Cruise control ___. <correct answer> allows a driver to select and travel at a set speed, works at speeds above 25 mph, should not be used on slippery surfaces Vehicle balance is maintained through ___. <correct answer> precise steering, smooth acceleration, controlled braking Ideal vehicle balance is reached when ___. <correct answer> the vehicle is stationary The steering technique best suited in limited space maneuvers is ___. <correct answer> hand over hand Steering input to the left will result in weight transfer ___. <correct answer> right braking results in weight transfer ___. <correct answer> forwardIf understeer occurs, weight should be transferred to the ___. <correct answer> front Weight transfer from side to side is known as ___. <correct answer> roll One method of determining correct distance from the steering wheel is ___. <correct answer> by extending the arm over the steering wheel until the top of the steering wheel is in line with the wrist joint If your vehicle is not equipped with ABS, hard controlled braking should be done ___. <correct answer> prior to evasive steering Weight transfer forward or backward is known as ___. <correct answer> pitch Acceleration results in weight transfer ___. <correct answer> backward The steering technique best suited for maintaining vehicle balance is ___. <correct answer> push/pull/feed (hand to hand) One hand steering is recommended ___. <correct answer> when backing Braking just short of lockup is known as ___. <correct answer> threshold braking What is the best lane position for a right turn? <correct answer> 3 Vehicle A is in lane position ___. <correct answer> 2 Blindzones are greatly reduced by the use of contemporary mirror settings. <correct answer> True To correctly adjust the left side view mirrors, the driver will need to place his/her head against the side window. <correct answer> True The pavement area in front of the vehicle which cannot be seen by the driver is about 3 car lengths. <correct answer> False In the contemporary mirror setting, the side view mirror is set to see the lane next to your vehicle. <correct answer> True Blind spots are areas you cannot see in either your mirrors or peripheral vision. <correct answer> True The BGE mirror setting is always the best mirror setting. <correct answer> False When the pavement line or curb appears to run through the middle of the vehicle's hood, the vehicle is ___. <correct answer> 3-6 inches from the curbThe vision used to judge depth and position is _ [Show More]

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