Chapter 6 Drivers ed Flashcards

Chapter 6 Drivers ed Flashcards

Hearing:It can warn a motorist of danger. The sound of horns,

sirens or screeching tires warn a motorist to be careful. A motorist may be able to hear a car that cannot be seen.Even people with good hearing cannot hear well if the radio is blasting or he/she is wearing headphones.A motorist should keep the radio down and NEVER wear earphones.

Prescription Drugs:If asked, motorists using prescription drugs must show

proof of the prescription to law enforcement. If a motorist does not have a prescription for the drug, and a prescription is necessary in order to obtain the drug, the drug will be considered ILLEGAL.After alcohol, weed is the most common what does drinking and drivingDrinking affects a motorist's thinking and slows reaction time.Alcohol may give a motorist a false feeling that he/she can do anything.Law Enforcement is trained to notice certain telltale signs that a motorist has been drinking:SpeedingWeaving: driving straight is often a

problem for an intoxicated driver.Slow driving: an

intoxicated driver may be overly cautious and driver slower

than the normal traffic flow.Jerking motion: an intoxicated

driver often may have short mental lapses and not keep a

steady speed on a clear road.Quick stops: an intoxicated

driver may make sudden stops at a traffic sign or

light.Good Hosts and the Drinking Driver:If someone drinks

too much, do not let them drive. Hosts may become involved in a lawsuit if a guest is involved in a drinking and driving collision after leaving the party.As a last resort, notify the police if needed for your drunk guest.

State Law:State law permits the Motor Vehicle Commission to retest

10% of the population each year. A motorist should have his/her eyes tested every year or two. If over age 40, a motorist should have his/her eyes checked every year for special problems Peripheral Vision:Also known as side vision, is essential for safe driving. Side vision helps a motorist see out of the corner of his/her eyes while looking straight ahead.BAC levelsIf a motorist has reached a BAC of slightly above .05 percent after drinking, the risk for causing a motor vehicle accident doubles.The risk is 6 times as great when driving with a BAC of .10 percent.The risk is 25 times as great

when driving with a BAC of .15 percent.

• factors for BACQuantity of alcohol consumedBody weightHow quickly

drinks were consumedFood eaten

Drugs and drivingIt is illegal to operate a motor vehicle on New Jersey roadways under the influence of any illegal drugs.Drugs that "may cause drowsiness or dizziness" should not be taken before driving.Drugs that may affect basic driving skills include cold pills, tranquilizers, and some prescription medications.Never mix drugs without asking a medical professional about possible side effects or how the drug may affect driving.***Alcohol should never be mixed with any drugs or medications.Distance JudgementA motorist should know his/her distance from any object while driving. Bad distance judgement often causes accidents.The only thing that makes a person sober is t time NJ Law on drinkingIt is illegal for an individual who is 21 years of age or older to drive with a BAC of .08 percent or higher.It is illegal to drive with a BAC of .01 percent or higher if you are under the age of 21.State law implied consentRefusal to take a breath test is equal to driving with a BAC of .10 percent for a first offense. The current penalty for both is the loss of driving privileges for seven months to one year, to run concurrently or consecutively, based upon judge's order.Motorists who refuse to take a breath test in New Jersey are also subject to an MV insurance surcharge of $1000 per year for three years.Healthy Driving:Health: any health problem can affect an individual's driving. Even little problems like a stiff neck, a cough, or sore leg can give an individual trouble while driving. If a motorist is not feeling well, he/she should let someone else drive.most often drug found with drunk drivers Marijuana is the drug most often found with drivers involved in collisions. Marijuana affects a motorists in the following

ways...Loss of tracking ability: maintain a vehicle in a given

line.Distance Judgement: following too closely can cause

problems.Vigilance: not remaining attentive to the driving

task can cause a motorist to follow too closely, drift into

another lane, etc.Divided attention: driving is a task that

requires attention to traffic, roadway and weather conditions, passengers, gauges, etc.Different effects that alcohol may have

How much is too muchScientific way: Blood Alcohol Concentration

DrinksAfter two, three, or even four drinks, alcohol begins to impair reaction time, coordination, and balance.Vision and the ability to judge distance is affected, making it difficult to react and to drive safely.***The only thing that can make a person sober is time.Alcohol is removed slowly by the

body.90% of the alcohol detoxified is oxidized (burned up) by the liver.10% is eliminated in breath, urine and sweat.one drink equalsThere is just as much alcohol in the average beer as there is in the average drink of whiskey or wine.Studies show that most people arrested for drinking and driving had been drinking beer, most often they do weed too