2. Lesson 3 According to the CDC, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among teens. The fatality rate for teen drivers is about four times higher than the rate for drivers who are 25 to 65 years old. Safety on the Road

3. Lesson 3 Lesson Objectives Analyze strategies for preventing accidental injuries while driving or riding in a car or another type of vehicle. Associate risk-taking while driving a car or another type of vehicle with consequences, such as drinking and driving with accidental injury. In this lesson, you’ll learn to:

4. Lesson 3 Automobile Safety Responsible Behavior While Driving When teens are entrusted with driving a car, they have a responsibility to themselves, their families, their passengers, and the people in other vehicles. Behaving responsibly means practicing vehicular safety.vehicular safety Obeying the rules means driving within the speed limit, yielding the right-of-way when indicated, and observing local traffic regulations.

5. Lesson 3 Automobile Safety Exercising Common Sense and Good Judgment Your vehicle. Other drivers. Road conditions. Your physical state. Your emotional state. Pay attention to:

6. Lesson 3 Automobile Safety Teen Driving Safety In an effort to reduce the number of teen deaths in car crashes, some states have adopted a graduated driver’s licensing program. A graduated driver’s license (GDL) allows a new driver to improve his or her driving skills while under the supervision of an older driver.graduated driver’s license (GDL) Over time, a teen driver gains more skill, and the driving restrictions are lifted.

7. Lesson 3 Automobile Safety Being a Responsible Driver Always signal when you are about to make a turn or change lanes. Follow all traffic signals and signs, including speed limits. Don’t tailgate. Following too closely can cause an accident. Let other drivers merge safely into traffic.

8. Lesson 3 Automobile Safety Road Rage Sometimes people who are otherwise emotionally stable become enraged in certain driving situations. Road rageRoad rage can be triggered by a variety of acts, including disputes over a parking space, obscene gestures, loud music, overuse of the horn, and slow driving. Some enraged drivers have been known to use guns or other weapons. If you see someone who is truly a danger on the road, get the vehicle’s license plate number and report it promptly to the police.

9. Lesson 3 Automobile Safety Importance of Using Safety Belts According to the CDC’s statistics on teen driving, one in five high school students report that they rarely or never wear safety belts when riding with someone else. Drivers and passengers who fail to use safety belts are more likely to be thrown from the vehicle in a crash. Make sure everyone in the car is buckled up.

10. Lesson 3 Automobile Safety Other Preventive Measures Never engage in high-risk driving behavior such as speeding. Never use alcohol and other drugs and drive, as these substances impair judgment, coordination, and reaction time. Don’t let distractions such as eating take your attention away from the road. Realize that you have no control over what other drivers are doing. So for the sake of your safety, be a defensive driver.defensive driver

11. Lesson 3 Safety on Wheels Bicycle Safety Always wear a safety-approved, hard-shell helmet. Ride with traffic and always yield the right-of-way. Watch for cars pulling into traffic and for car doors that swing open suddenly in your path. Obey the same rules as drivers and keep both hands on the handlebars. Make sure your bike has a bright headlight and a red rear light and reflector for night riding. Wear reflective or light-colored clothing when riding at dawn, dusk, after dark, or in the rain.

12. Lesson 3 Safety on Wheels Skating Safety Wear protective equipment—wrist guards, elbow and knee pads, and a safety-approved, hard-shell helmet. Watch for pedestrians, and keep your speed under control. If you begin to fall, curl up into a ball and roll, staying loose. Do not hold anything in your hand that will prevent you from falling properly.

13. Lesson 3 Safety on Wheels Motorcycles and All-Terrain Vehicles Motorcycles and mopeds are subject to the same traffic laws as cars. All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are driven off-road. A driver’s license is not required to operate an ATV, but operators still need to use common sense and know the rules of the road.

14. Lesson 3 Safety on Wheels Safety Tips for Motorcyclists and ATV Operators Be aware of potential hazards, such as the presence of pedestrians. Wear a helmet and proper clothing, including eye protection. Be cautious in wet weather when tire traction is poor. Do not carry an additional rider unless you have a second seat and an additional set of safety equipment, including a helmet. Do not grab onto objects or other vehicles while moving. Do not use ATVs on paved roads or streets.

15. Lesson 3 Choose the appropriate option. 1.Vehicular safety 2.Road rage 3.Water safety 4.Bicycle safety Q. ___________ means obeying the rules of the road, as well as practicing common sense and good judgment. Quick Review

16. Lesson 3 A. Vehicular safety means obeying the rules of the road, as well as practicing common sense and good judgment. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

17. Lesson 3 Quick Review Provide a short answer to the question given below. Q. Analyze and identify three strategies for preventing accidental injuries while driving a car. Click Next to view the answer.

18. Lesson 3 Quick Review - Answer A. Strategies for preventing accidental injuries are: Pay attention to your vehicle, other drivers, road conditions, and your physical and emotional state. Always signal when you are about to turn or change lanes. Follow all traffic signals and signs. Don’t tailgate. Never engage in high-risk driving behavior. Don’t let distractions take your attention away from the road. Drive defensively. Click Next to attempt another question.

19. Lesson 3 Quick Review Provide a short answer to the question given below. Click Next to view the answer. Q. What is a defensive driver?

20. Lesson 3 Quick Review - Answer Click Next to attempt another question. A. A defensive driver is a driver who is aware of potential hazards and reacts to avoid them.

21. Lesson 3 Quick Review Provide a suitable analysis. Drinking and driving can have serious consequences. Associate this risk-taking with three consequences.

22. Lesson 3 Automobile Safety Responsible Behavior While Driving When teens are entrusted with driving a car, they have a responsibility to themselves, their families, their passengers, and the people in other vehicles. Behaving responsibly means practicing vehicular safety. Obeying the rules means driving within the speed limit, yielding the right-of-way when indicated, and observing local traffic regulations. Vehicular safety involves obeying the rules of the road, as well as practicing common sense and good judgment.

23. Lesson 3 In an effort to reduce the number of teen deaths in car crashes, some states have adopted a graduated driver’s licensing program. A graduated driver’s license (GDL) allows a new driver to improve his or her driving skills while under the supervision of an older driver.graduated driver’s license (GDL) Over time, a teen driver gains more skill, and the driving restrictions are lifted. Automobile Safety Teen Driving Safety A graduated driver’s license (GDL) is a licensing program that gradually increases a new driver’s driving privileges over time as experience and skill are gained.

24. Lesson 3 Sometimes people who are otherwise emotionally stable become enraged in certain driving situations. Road rageRoad rage can be triggered by a variety of acts, including disputes over a parking space, obscene gestures, loud music, overuse of the horn, and slow driving. Some enraged drivers have been known to use guns or other weapons. If you see someone who is truly a danger on the road, get the vehicle’s license plate number and report it promptly to the police. Automobile Safety The practice of endangering drivers by using a vehicle as a weapon is called road rage. Road Rage

25. Lesson 3 Never engage in high-risk driving behavior such as speeding. Never use alcohol and other drugs and drive, as these substances impair judgment, coordination, and reaction time. Don’t let distractions such as eating take your attention away from the road. Realize that you have no control over what other drivers are doing. So for the sake of your safety, be a defensive driver. Automobile Safety A defensive driver is a driver who is aware of potential hazards and reacts to avoid them. Other Preventive Measures

26. Lesson 3 Quick Review - Answer A. Correct! Vehicular safety means obeying the rules of the road, as well as practicing common sense and good judgment. Click Next to attempt another question.

27. Lesson 3 You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer. Quick Review - Answer