TOP DRIVER ILLINOIS FINAL EXAMACTUAL EXAM LATEST

TOP DRIVER ILLINOIS FINAL EXAMACTUAL EXAM LATEST

200+ QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

What does scanning refer to? - ANSWER ✔Knowing when, where, and how to look What procedures should you go through before starting your vehicle? - ANSWER ✔-Close/lock doors -Adjust seat -Adjust mirrors -Seat Belt What are the hand positions for grasping the steering wheel? - ANSWER ✔10-2 or 9-3, thumbs not around wheel What does the term "blind spot" refer to? - ANSWER ✔Areas around your vehicle where you can't see your mirrors What does tracking mean? - ANSWER ✔Steering properly in intended path of travel What are the 3 keys to proper tracking? - ANSWER ✔-hold steering wheel in proper position -scanning ahead 10-15 seconds -scanning+steering for center of lane What are the 6 factors that contribute to braking smoothly? - ANSWER ✔-scanning -squeeze pedal -smooth pressure -foot position on pedal -left foot on tirewall 1 / 3

-early braking What are the 5 important considerations when making safe turns? - ANSWER ✔-braking to safe speed -scanning through turn -hold+turn method -hand over hand method -accelerate through turns What are the recommended steps for backing safely? - ANSWER ✔-avoid when possible -check path -turn body -brake pedal alone -left hand on wheel How to parallel park? - ANSWER ✔Even w/. Car in front, back up until 45degree angle to curb (turning right), turn wheel to left and finish turn in How far down the road should you scan on an open roadway? - ANSWER ✔12-15 seconds or 1-1 1/2 blocks Define space - ANSWER ✔Distance between cars (amount of traffic/# of lanes/width of roadway) Define traction - ANSWER ✔Car's grip on the road (type+condition of tires/ type+condition of road) Define visibility - ANSWER ✔Ability to see and be seen Perception distance - ANSWER ✔Distance vehicle travels as you notice a hazard and decide to act Reaction distance - ANSWER ✔Distance traveled as you move your foot to the brake pedal 2 / 3

Braking distance - ANSWER ✔Distance traveled as you apply brakes until you stop What is the average reaction time for all drivers? - ANSWER ✔3/4 of a second How often should you check your mirrors? - ANSWER ✔3-5 seconds What 3 things make up total stopping distance? - ANSWER ✔Perception distance + reaction distance + braking distance What is a No-zone? - ANSWER ✔Areas you shouldn't drive in bc truck driver can't see you Explain contact patches - ANSWER ✔Area where tire grips the road Larger patch = more traction How does weight transfer affect contact patches? - ANSWER ✔More weight = larger patch What are the 4 keys to skid avoidance? - ANSWER ✔-scan ahead -adjust driving + speed to suit conditions -smoothness in braking, acceleration, turning -be proactive Difference b/w front-wheel skid and a rear-wheel skid? - ANSWER ✔Rear wheel: back tires bc accelerating/braking mistake

Front wheel: front tires bc of steering mistake

What is hydroplaning? - ANSWER ✔Water bw tires and road surface that affects traction When can your vehicle hydroplane? - ANSWER ✔Wet road surface at speeds During the Initial Licensing Phase, a teen driver is allowed how many passengers under age 20 in the vehicle during the first 12 months of licensing? - ANSWER ✔2

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