Driver’s Ed. Chapter 1 Test Review
A state’s driving laws are found in its Vehicle code
What’s the greatest problem new drivers have? Inability to make decisions
What IPDE step do you use when you look ahead and locate a problem? identify
What are the four steps in the IPDE process? Identify, predict, decide, execute
What are the parts of the highway transportation system (HTS)? People, vehicles, and roadways
Which is NOT a special program related to driving Which is NOT a special program related to driving? Implied consent, provisional license, excise tax Excise tax
If you leave your house, drive somewhere, and return, how many parts of the HTS were involved? 3
What IPDE step are you using when you judge possible conflict areas? predict
The skilled actions a driver uses to drive safely are called: The driving task
The most important part in the regulation of the HTS is the Driver who obeys traffic laws
Why is driving a social task? It involves interacting with each other
Good drivers must _____ for bad drivers. compensate
Which ability is most important to safe driving Which ability is most important to safe driving? Hearing, vision, decision-making, or knowing the car controls Decision-making
HOW ARE YOU DOING?
What IPDE step do you use when you apply the brake? execute
What does a driver-education course do for you? Gives you a good start towad becoming a good driver
What are there more accidents with new drivers? Lack of experience
When you drive to protect, you are driving _______ defensively
If you have a good attitude towards driving, you earn ___ from others. respect
Traffic jams and accidents are examples of A problem with the HTS
Most states require you to pay for ___ if you are the cause. Property damage and injuires
What is the cause of most collisions? Driver error
T or F: Most accidents have several causes. true
Who are drivers responsible for while driving? Passengers, other roadway users, and themselves
What part of driving is affected by attitude What part of driving is affected by attitude? Distance judgment, driver behavior, motor skills Driver behavior
It’s important to conserve fuel so you can protect ____. The environment
HANG IN THERE!
What is the main purpose of the HTS? Move people and cargo safely
When driving, expect the ____ unexpected
Who decides who is at fault in an accident? courts
Drivers under 20 represent 10% of the drivers, but their percentage of traffic deaths is Much higher
What does HTS stand for? Highway Transportation System
What are the 3 parts of the HTS? People Vehicles roadways
What is the IPDE process? A process you use when driving that involves visual thinking (identify, predict, decide, execute)
What is defensive driving? Protecting yourself and others from dangerous and unexpected driving situations