1a. in your vehicle, what should you adjust before you start your engine?
be sure vehicle is in park or neutral, adjust the seat so you can reach all controls, adjust all rear-view mirrors so that you can use them without having to lean forward or backward, move anything that blocks your view of mirrors or roadway, lock all car
1b. what are the equipment requirements for windshields and side windows?
windshields- must be safety glass and may not be covered or treated with any material that makes the windshield reflective or nontransparent. must be free of any stickers not required by law. side windows- may not be composed of, covered by, or treated wi
1c. what are the bumper height requirements? Are they the same for every vehicle?
Owners of automobiles and pickup trucks are required to have both front and rear bumpers mounted within certain height levels.
1d. What must you do if hauling a load of material which could fall or blow onto the roadway?
you must use a close-fitting cover when hauling loads which could fall or blow onto the roadway.
1e. When a projected load extends more than 4 feet from the vehicle, what must you use to clearly mark it in the daytime? At night?
daytime- redflags at least 18 inches square must mark the extremities of the load
at night- two red lamps on the back of the load which can be seen from at least 500 feet to the rear, two red reflectors on the rear which can be seen from 100 to 600 feet w
2a. Why is drowsy driving dangerous?
it can slow down your thought processes and reaction time, affect your judgment and vision, impair your senses and abilities, cause micro-sleeping ("nodding off") or falling completely asleep.
2b. What should you do if another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerously around you?
Slow down and let them pass. Do not make eye contact; do not make obscene gestures.
2c. What are the three main categories of distracted driving?
visual- taking your eyes off the road.
manual- taking your hands off the steering wheel.
cognitive- thinking about anything other then driving.
2d. Why is texting one of the most dangerous of distracted driving behaviors?
Texting requires all three types of distraction,making it one of the most dangerous of distracted driving behaviors.
2e.can anyone drink and drive safely?
No one can drink alcohol and drive safely, even if you have been driving for many years.
2f. Both your judgment and vision are affected after drinking alcohol. Which is affected first?
A persons judgment is the first thing affected after drinking an alcoholic beverage.
3a. What can happen to you if you are in a crash and not wearing a seatbelt?
Seat belts save lives, but only if worn correctly every time you are in a motor vehicle! you are far more likely to be killed in a crash if you are not wearing a seatbelt.
3b. What age are children required to be in a car seat? In a car seat or booster seat?
Children under age 4 must be in a safety seat. and children ages 4 and 5 must be in either a safety seat or a booster seat.
3c. If a law enforcement officer stops a vehicle and a front seat passenger (under 18 years old) is not wearing a safety belt, who will be charged with the seat belt violation?
Drivers will be charged with a seat belt violation if any passenger under the age of 18 is not restrained with a seat belt or child restraint device. Passengers 18 years or older will be charged with the violation if they fail to wear a seat belt when req
4a. What does a single broken white line on the highway mean?
You may cross this line to change lanes when it is safe to do so.
4b. What does a double soild yellow line in the center of the highway mean? A double solid white line?
double solid yellow- vehicles moving in either direction must not cross these lines (unless turning left when it is safe to do so).
double solid white- crossing a double solid white line is not allowed.
4c. What does a solid yellow line to the right of the center line of the highway mean?
Marks the left edge of the pavement on divided highways and one-way streets.
4d. What do the colors of traffic signs indicate (red,orange,yellow,etc)
Red- Stop,Do not enter,Wrong way.
Orange- Construction and maintenance warning.
Yellow- General warning, advisory of unexpected roadway conditions.
4e. When more than one vehicle approaches a four-way stop sign, which one moves first?
The first vehicle to reach the intersection should move first. if two vehicles reach the intersection at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
4f. What does a red traffic light mean? What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
Red light- come to a complete stop at the stop line.
Flashing Red light- used at dangerous intersections. treat it like a stop sign.
4g. After a full stop at a red traffic light when may a driver turn right?
After stopping, you may turn right if there is not a NO TURN ON RED sign and the way is clear.
4h. What does a green arrow showing at the same time as a red traffic light mean you can do?
You may make a turn in the direction of the arrow. if the red light is illuminated at the same time, you must be in the proper lane for such a turn. you must yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in the intersections.
4i. What does a flashing yellow light mean?
Used at , or just before, dangerous intersections. Also used to alert you to a warning sign such as a school crossing or sharp curve. proceed with caution.
4j. If you are approaching a railroad crossing that does not have gates or lights and you see a train coming, what should you do?
Trains often appear to be traveling at a slower speed than they actually are, and they cannot stop quickly. Don't try to "beat the train;" the train always wins.
5a. What happens to the force of impact when you double your speed? Triple your speed?
When you DOUBLE the speed of a car, you increase its force of impact FOUR TIMES.
When you TRIPLE the speed of a car, you increase its force of impact NINIE TIMES.
5b. Unless otherwise posted, what Is the speed limit for cars in a residential area?
30 mph
5c. What is the maximum speed limit on an interstate highway?
65 mph
5d. Can you be issued a ticket for driving too slowly?
driving too slowy
5e. What are the steps for making a smooth stop?
Check mirrors and blind spots for traffic to the rear.
Release accelerator to allow vehicle to slow. Press brake pedal to activate brake lights and use a steady pressure for a smooth stop.
5f. What is the arm signal for a left turn? Right turn? Slow or stop?
Right Turn- rest your left elbow on the windowsill and raise your forearm up so it forms a 90-degree angle with your arm. Keep your left hand open.
Left Turn-act as if you're physically blocking someone with your arm. Just stick your left arm straight out
5g. How long (distance) should you signal before making a left or right turn?
You must give a turn signal for at least 100 feet BEFORE you make your turn
5h. when can you use a three-point turn? Where should you never make a three-point turn?
Use a three-point turn only if the road is too narrow for a U-turn and you can't go around the block.
Never make a three-point turn or a U-turn on a curve, a hill, the highway, or where there is a sign that prohibits U-turns.
5i. What is an open intersection? When must you yield right-of-way?
An open intersection is one without traffic control signs or signals.
When you enter an open intersection, you must yield the right-of-way if: a vehicle is already in the intersection.
you enter or cross a state highway from a secondary road.
you enter a
5j. When may you drive in left lane of a road with two lanes? with four lanes?
on a two-lane highway you must always drive in the right lane unless you are overtaking and passing (where permitted).
if the road has four or more lanes with two-way traffic, drive in the right lanes except when overtaking and passing.
5k. What does it mean if you see red reflectors on the lane lines facing you? What should you do?
Red reflectors on the lane lines always mean you are facing traffic the wrong way and could have head-on collision.
If you see red reflectors facing you on the lane lines, you are on the wrong side of the road. Turn around or get Into the proper lane imme
5l. what is the recommended safe following distance?
4 seconds
5m. When should you increase your following distance?
Rain or when roads are wet.
5n. What are blind spots?
Blind spots are areas near the left and right rear corners of your vehicle that you can't see in your rear-view mirrors or with your peripheral vision.
5o. How do you check blind spots when. you a preparing to change lanes or turn?
Before you can move to change lanes on a highway or to pass on any road. turn you head to make sure these areas are clear.
5p. Where is it unlawful to overtake and pass?
Where you see a "DO NOT PASS" or "NO PASSING ZONE" sign; (2) Where a solid yellow line is painted on you side of the center line; (3) On hills or curves, and at the intersections; (4) Within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct, tunnel, or railroad crossing.
5q. Under what circumstances can you stop in the acceleration lane on an express way?
Too heavy for you to merge safely
5r. What should you do if you drive past your exit on an interstate highway?
get off at the next exit
5s. Where should you move your vehicle if you break down while driving on the highway?
Try to get your vehicle completely out of the traffic lanes and off the paved surface of the highway before stopping.
5t. what is the farthest you can park from a curb?
1 foot
5u. if you have a manual transmission, what gear should you put the car in when parking downhill? uphill? What if you have an automatic transmission?
downhill- turn wheels to curb.
uphill- with curb turn wheels from curb. no curb turn wheels to right.
automatic- put gear shift in park
manual- shift to reverse downhill or first uphill.
5v. Where is parking prohibited?
On a sidewalk;
(2) In front of a public or private driveway;
(3) Within an intersection;
5w. Which way should you turn your wheels when parking uphill along a curb? Which way should you turn them where there is not a curb? which way should you turn them if parking down hill?
downhill- into the curb
6a. Are motorists required to stop or yield for pedestrians crossing the street?
Motorists must stop or yield as appropriate for pedestrians crossing the street or driveway at any marked mid-block crossing, driveway or intersection without traffic signals.
6b. What must you do when you see a pedestrian with a White cane in the street ahead of you?
Drivers must always yield the right-of- way to persons who are blind. When a pedestrian is crossing a street or highway guided by a dog or carrying a white cane (or a white cane with a red tip), vehicles must come to a complete stop.
6c. What is the minimum distance a motorist must give when traveling next to a cyclist?
Most travel lanes in Florida range from 10' to 12' wide and guidance indicates that a 14' lane is a width that allows safe sharing with most motor vehicles.
6d. As a motorist what should you do when preparing to turn right on a roadway with a bike lane?
When a motorist is preparing to make a right turn and is required by law to move to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway. On curb and gutter roadways, the bicycle lane is a part of the roadway.
6e. when on the roadway do bicyclists and moped riders have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers
motorcycles and mopeds may not be operated on bicycle paths or foot paths
6f. If you are driving a motor vehicle, are you allowed to share a lane with a motorcyclist?
No, never!
6g. When a school bus is stopped to unload children on a highway divided with a raised barrier are vehicles traveling in the opposite direction required to stop?
No
6h.when a school bus stops to unload children are vehicles traveling in the same direction required to stop?
Yes, they must stop.
6j. What must you do if an emergency vehicle, with activated lights and/ or sirens is approaching you from behind?
yield the right-of-way and come to a complete stop
6k. What does the Move Over law require you to do?
Move Over a lane � when you can safely do so � for stopped law enforcement, emergency, sanitation, utility service vehicles and tow trucks or wreckers.
6l. What is a "No Zone"?
Commercial vehicles have large blind spots in front, behind, and on both sides of the vehicle
7a. At what times must you use your headlights?
you use your headlights?
Hours if sunset and sunrise
7b. At night, within how many feet of approaching a vehicle from the rear must you dim your bright headlights?
Dim your headlights for oncoming vehicles or when you are within 300 feet of a vehicle: You are approaching from behind.
7c. Within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle should you dim your bright headlights?
3. Dim your headlights for oncoming vehicles or when you are within 300 feet of a vehicle: You are approaching from behind.
7d. When driving in the rain,fog, or smoke in the daytime, what lights should you use?
When driving in the rain, fog, or smoke in the daytime, what lights do you use? You must use your low beam (dim) headlights when driving in the rain, fog, or smoke.
7e. What should you do when driving on wet roads in the rain? Why?
Slow down and increase following distance because brakes become wet and may pull to one side or not hold at all. or you may hydroplane ( car slides on thin layer of water
8a. What should you do if you right wheels go off the pavement while driving?
Take your foot off gas pedal, hold wheel firmly and steer in straight line, Brake lightly, when road 15 clear turn back onto road at a slow speed.
8a. What should you do if your tires began to skid while driving?
First, don't panic! You need to keep your head clear when you go into a skid, because your "instinctive" reactions are likely to do more harm than good.
Second, keep your eyes focused on a target in the distance. Choose a point further down the road, in t
8c. when emergency breaking what is the difference between conventional brakes and anti-lock breaks (ABS)?
Many drivers learned the correct way to stop in an emergency situation where traction is lost and the vehicle slides is by pumping the brakes, while this is correct with conventional brakes, with ABS it is different. All drivers need to do with vehicles w
8d. what should you do during a tire blow-out?
Do not slam on the brakes.
Take your foot off the accelerator and gently apply the brakes.
Steer straight ahead to a stop.
When you are able to do so safely, pull the vehicle off the road.
8e. what must you do if you are involved in a minor accident and your vehicle is blocking the flow of traffic?
You must move it or have it moved.
8f. if you hit a parked car and are unable to find the owner, what should you do?
leave a note including your name, contact info , and license plate number
8g. what are the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving injury or death?
Death= 1st degree felony, minimum 4 years prison term. Serious body injury= 2nd degree felony, injury= 3 degree felony.All of above=lose license for 3 years.
9a. what are the requirements of the No-Fault law?
.You must show proof of personal injury protection (PIP), and Property Damage Liability (PDL)
9b. if your license and registration are suspended for being in violation of the No-Fault law what must you do to get them reinstated?
You must get insurance and pay a reinstatement fee ( $150-$500
9c. what are penalties if you are at fault in a crash and you are not insured in compliance with Financial Responsibility Law?
DHSMV can require you to pay for the damages before your driving privilege is reinstated.
9d. what are the time limits for a driver with a learners license?
If you are a minor ( under 18 ) and have only had your permit under 3 months you can only drive driving daylight hours. After 3 months you can drive until 10pm. They must be with a license driver 21 year old
9e. what are the time restrictions for a licensed driver under age 17? under age 18?
Daylight hours first three months license issued--10pm after three months.
9f. when can you be charged with driving under the influence (DUI)?
if you are found to be driving or in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of an alcoholic beverage or controlled substances.
9g. what are penalties for refusing to take a blood test, a urine test, or a breath test when suspected of driving under the influence?
Since you signed a consent form when you got your driver's license, Your license will be automatically suspended for one year.
9h. what can happen if you are found guilty on the highway?
If you are found guilty of racing on the highway your license will be REVOKED ( take away your license )
10a. if you have a learners license how many hours of driving experience are required to earn the Class E license?
50 hours of driving experience , of which 10 hours must be at night.
10b. What education course are you required to take if you are applying for a learners license (or have never held a drivers license)?
Completion of Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course.
Pass Vision and Class E Knowledge exam.
10c. Are you required to notify DHSMV of any health problems that may affect your driving?
you must list any physical or mental issues that might affect your driving on your license application.
11. why would one opt to take a Basic Driver Improvement Course?
11. If you have a crash and it was your fault and someone went to the hospital, you had 2 crashes in a 2-year period and had property damage $500, you were convicted of running a red light, or passing a school bus, racing on Hwy or reckless driving Or to
12. What maneuvers are required on a driving exam?
12. Three-point turn, approach of crossing, observe right of way straight in parking, parking on grade, stop quickly, backing, obey stop sign, obey traffic signals, signal and turn,, passing, stay inn proper lane, Follow at safe distance, use proper postu