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AAA Driving test 159 Correct Solutions
Driving error contributes to: - ANSWER-90% of all traffic crashes when planning a long trip, drivers should avoid driving more than ______ miles per day
- ANSWER- 500 to avoid a collision, you can use: - ANSWER-evasive steering, breaking, and accelerating (all of the answers are correct) if a vehicle's speed doubles from 20 mph to 40 mph, the distance needed to stop the vehicle increases by ____ times - ANSWER- 4 you should always change your oil every 3,000 miles - ANSWER-false when you park and leave a manual shift vehicle, it is best to set the parking brake and shift to: - ANSWER-both reverse and neutral are correct novice drivers account for ______ times more crashes than drivers with 5 additional years of experience - ANSWER- 4 solid yellow pavement line indicates: - ANSWER-a no passing zone the sequence of traffic lights from top to bottom is: - ANSWER-red, yellow, green an effective control device that is the least used in emergency situations is the: - ANSWER-accelerator to operate a vehicle smoothly and safely you should direct your attention ahead: - ANSWER-20 to 30 seconds you will have ample time and space to make a decision and control your vehicle if you maintain a visual lead of: - ANSWER-20 to 30 seconds red signs - ANSWER-stop/something you should not do black and white signs - ANSWER-regulatory info yellow signs - ANSWER-potentially risky situations orange signs - ANSWER-construction zones green signs - ANSWER-distance/directions blue signs - ANSWER-service info (food, fuel, etc.)
brown signs - ANSWER-recreation facilities pink signs - ANSWER-incident management zones (unusual situations) what way do even interstate highways run? - ANSWER-east - west what way do odd interstate highways run? - ANSWER-north - south to allow enough distance to stop in response to threatening objects or conditions, you should identify a planned path of travel ____ seconds ahead. - ANSWER- 12 - 15 what do regulatory signs do? - ANSWER-tell drivers what they may or may not do how are warning signs shaped? - ANSWER-diamond shaped what do yield signs look like? - ANSWER-red and white inverted triangle what do most regulatory signs look like? - ANSWER-rectangular shaped with a white background how do i know if a sign indicates a loop? - ANSWER-three-digit route numbers that begin with an even number how do i know if a sign indicates a spur? - ANSWER-three-digit route numbers that begin with an odd number Most states have blood-alcohol concentration limits of __________ percent for drivers under age 21. - ANSWER-.00-. Communicating should be thought of as: - ANSWER-exchanging info A "No Passing" sign is shaped: - ANSWER-pennant shaped Vehicles use the greatest amount of fuel when _____________. - ANSWER- accelerating When you are a new driver and practicing turning right or left with good traction and normal conditions, your speed should not exceed: - ANSWER- 5 - 15mph PCV stands for: - ANSWER-positive crankcase ventilation Overall risk of a collision while using a cell phone increases by ____ percent. - ANSWER- 400
On a vehicle with a manual transmission, a frequent mistake is: - ANSWER-Shifting into a higher gear at too low a speed. If you collide with an unattended vehicle, you: - ANSWER-should attempt to locate the owner, attach a written notice with your contact info to the vehicle, and write down the license number of the other vehicle You have greater directional control (steering capabilities) when you are: - ANSWER- controlled braking under-inflated tires will: - ANSWER-decrease fuel economy are checking the shock absorbers a normal part of a under-the-hood check - ANSWER- no when purchasing a vehicle you should consider: - ANSWER-an extended warranty, crash history, and mileage When you are driving and encounter heavy fog you should: - ANSWER-Reduce your speed and make sure your low beam headlights or daytime running lights are on. As your vehicles moves closer to an object you will be required to: - ANSWER-Increase your steering input to avoid hitting it You should turn your turn signal on: - ANSWER-As soon as possible without creating confusion. guide signs do what? - ANSWER-provide info about routes, exits, and distances Circadian rhythm will: - ANSWER-Cause you to be less alert, even drowsy between one and five pm. If an error has been committed and you are approaching an object at a high speed, the amount of steering input required to change lanes: - ANSWER-increases what does smooth steering require? - ANSWER-proper seat and steering adjustment what's the best procedure for making a lane change to the right? - ANSWER-check all sides for a safe gap in traffic, signal right, re-check blind areas to the rear in the direction you plan to move, steer into the lane when safe then cancel the signal what happens if you are upset or distracted when you are driving? - ANSWER-you may become fatigued between 1 and 5pm when are freeway speed-change (weave) lanes used? - ANSWER-used for both acceleration and deceleration
what should you do when you shift into reverse? - ANSWER-press the brake pedal when should you replace your tires? - ANSWER-when the wear indicator bars begin to show does the loss-damage waiver cover if something is stolen from your rental car? - ANSWER-no If you believe that your brakes may have failed, your first action should be to ___ ____________. - ANSWER-pump the brakes what should you give attention to when selecting a path of travel? - ANSWER-Visibility, space, traffic flow, traction and laws. where is a "no passing" sign placed? - ANSWER-Placed on the left side of the road at the beginning of the no passing zone. How many steps are required for developing a selective search pattern? - ANSWER- two Which sign are you not likely to see mounted beside the road? - ANSWER-slow-moving vehicle sign When your mirrors are properly adjusted, which of the following is True? - ANSWER- The rear view mirror will be adjusted allowing you to see as much of the rear window as possible. what does alcohol affect? - ANSWER-Judgment first so you have difficulty deciding how much or if you should continue to drink. who are drivers licenses issued by? - ANSWER-the state government what will your tire's tread do? - ANSWER-help to reduce the likelihood of hydroplaning The fastest way to reach maximum braking capability with, or withou - ANSWER- threshold braking A child under the age of 8 years __________, when all the rear seats are already occupied by children under the age of 7 years. - ANSWER-may ride in the front seat of a vehicle What is the use of the special "turnout" areas marked on a two lane road? - ANSWER- to allow vehicles behind the driver to pass
If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, you must: - ANSWER-signal just after you pass through the intersection High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV) lanes are reserved for: - ANSWER-carpools and vehicles with more than one person A vehicle's stopping distance is equal to: - ANSWER-the sum of the braking and reaction distance A steady yellow arrow pointing left at an intersection indicates to the driver that: - ANSWER-the left turn signal is about to change to green or red light or the red arrow Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways? - ANSWER- single solid yellow lines A triangular orange sign on the back of a slow-moving vehicle indicates that: - ANSWER-the vehicle cannot drive faster than 25mph With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels. - ANSWER-shorter path On one-way roads, yellow lines are used as: - ANSWER-left-edge lines A _________ indicates the outside edge of the traffic lane, and may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder. - ANSWER-solid white line You must not pass on two-lane highways in all of the following situations EXCEPT: - ANSWER-when there is a dashed yellow line on your side of the dividing line Car drivers should never move into the same lane with a motorcycle side by side, even if the lane is wide and the cyclist is riding to one side, because: - ANSWER-motorcycles need a full lane width If you see double solid center yellow lines on your way, this means: - ANSWER-no passing is permitted When you see a triangle-shaped road sign while driving, you must: - ANSWER-reduce your speed and yield On two-lane roads where traffic moves in opposite directions, you may pass on the left only when: - ANSWER-broken yellow line is in your lane If you wish to enter an express highway or freeway, you must _________ before merging with the traffic. - ANSWER-move to the acceleration lane
__________ are yellow and diamond-shaped, with black lettering or symbols. - ANSWER-warning signs Proactively looking ahead, to the sides, and behind the vehicle to anticipate problems ahead is part of: - ANSWER-defensive driving A double solid white line marks the edge of a traffic lane where: - ANSWER-travel in the same direction is permitted on both sides, but crossing the line is prohibited For interstate driving, slow-moving vehicles must travel _________, except when passing. - ANSWER-right hand lane When you come to an intersection and try to make a move, you must follow the _________ before you pull out. - ANSWER-left, right, and left rule The traffic striping marks of diagonal yellow lines are on streets and highways. These indicate: - ANSWER-the road is narrowing or there is an obstruction on the roadway Double solid white lines on the road separate two lanes of traffic: - ANSWER-moving in the same direction It is against the law to make a left turn at a red light EXCEPT: - ANSWER-one way street to one way street When turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street, you must: - ANSWER- begin your turn with your left wheel as close as possible to the yellow dividing line Is it legal to leave a child under 6 years old in a vehicle? - ANSWER-yes but only if there is someone over 12 in the car as well When a highway is divided into two roadways by a median or barrier: - ANSWER-you must not drive across the median or barrier, except when an approved cross-over is provided When following a vehicle at night, always: - ANSWER-turn off high-beam headlights When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least: - ANSWER-one vehicle length Do not _______ at crash scenes or at locations along the highway where a law enforcement officer may have a vehicle pulled off the road. - ANSWER-rubberneck Yellow pavement markings on the road indicate: - ANSWER-left edge of the roadway If a California driver is caught smoking inside a vehicle with a minor as a passenger, he or she could be fined up to ____________. - ANSWER-$
$5,000.00 - ANSWER-$
A DUI conviction will remain on a California driving record for ________ years. - ANSWER- 10 If a driver is under DUI probation, what is the maximum BAC level he or she may exhibit while operating a vehicle? - ANSWER-0.01% If a California driver is involved in an accident that results in more than $750.00 of property damage, he or she must: - ANSWER-report the accident to the California DMV An accident must be reported if a person is injured, killed, or if ________ or more in property damage is suspected. - ANSWER-$ California drivers who hold a minors' instruction permit must have a licensed driver over the age of ____ in the vehicle at all times. - ANSWER- 25 The minimum fine for a fleeing from police conviction that results in personal injury is __________. - ANSWER-$ If a California driver's first DUI conviction is accompanied by a BAC level at or above 0.2%, his or her license will be suspended for ______ months. - ANSWER- 10 If a CA driver with a provisional license is involved in two "at fault" collisions within the first twelve months of holding the license, he or she must: - ANSWER-be supervised while driving for 30 days What is the minimum driver's license suspension a California court will issue upon a driver's first DUI conviction? - ANSWER-6 months Which of the following may allow a California driver who has had his or her license suspended for 10 months following multiple DUI convictions to regain his or her driving privileges? - ANSWER-installation of an ignition interlock device Which of the following minimum BAC level will give California authorities the legal right to arrest an underage driver? - ANSWER-0.05% Which of the following may a California driver with a regular class "C" driver's license legally operate? - ANSWER-3 wheeled motorcycle, a vanpool designed to transport 10- 15 people, & a house car (RV) less than 40 feet in length For the first twelve months of holding a provisional driver's license, a California driver may not operate a vehicle between the hours of: - ANSWER-11pm & 5am If a California driver is caught smoking inside a vehicle with a minor as a passenger, he or she could be fined up to ____________. - ANSWER-$
