RI Permit Test Flashcards

RI Permit Test Flashcards 1st ten miles over speed limit results in a $____ fine.... and further into next ten = $___.... $___ for every mile over

$85, $200, $10

How many people die each year in alcohol related collisions in the US?More than 25,000 How many ft to pass 1 car?400 ft Fee for not using signal$75 What is the greatest hazard for a driver? Alcohol What does IPDE stand for?Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute H.T.S. consists of...People, Vehicles, Roadways If car begins to overheatTurn heater on for a minute, turn off AC If you expect a truck driver to see you, how far back should you stay behind?50 ft Most vehicle collisions are caused by.... Human error and speeding What is hydroplaning?When the vehicle is on top of the water with no traction You cannot park within how many ft of a crosswalk at an intersection?20 ft What is the most dangerous legal maneuver? Passing What does the 3 second rule manage?The space between the car in front of you You cannot park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?8 ft Speed limit on divided highway55 mph What is the average driver's reaction time? 3/4 of a second Spotlight can be used30 ft forward, 2 ft up Speed limit outside thickly settled40 mph a brown sign meansrecreational Speed limit in school zone20 mph What to do in skidSteer in the direction you want the vehicle to go If a new car fails inspection within 7 days and repairs cost more than ______ of the price, LemonAid protects you 10% To obtain a Full Operator's License, you must: Be 17 and a half, have a limited provisional license for at least 1 year and not have been convicted of violation for 6 months The basic speed lawDrive only as fast as you can safely drive for existing conditions, never break speed limit What to do in a tire blowoutKeep steering, straight course Speed limit in thickly settled area25 mph What does a circular sign mean?Railroad When does someone need a car seat?Less than 8 years and less than 57 in.You must use hand signals/directionals at least how many ft prior to making a turn?100 ft A green traffic sign is adirection

If the gas pedal gets stuck and won't un-jam.... Shift car to neutral, apply brake, choose escape path, turn off ignition in open zone How much is the fee for the 1st cell phone offense?$50 What does H. T. S. stand for?Highway Transportation System Do not block "the box" in the intersection! The three consecutive fines are...1st: $100, 2nd: $250, 3rd: $500 When leaving a traffic lane to enter a parking space, you must...Use turn signal and move into traffic lane closest to parking space Fee for not stopping for school bus$300 What does an upside down triangle mean?Yield Orange signs are warnings of _______construction How many days to report minor incident?21 days Solid yellow lines meanNo passing What percentage of accidents happen at intersections?40% Who has the right of way at an intersection that does not have traffic control lights?The vehicle directly approaching and the vehicle approaching on the right The Smith System says toAim high in steering, look 1-3 blocks ahead With a Limited Provisional License, you cannot drive without supervision between ___ to ____, unless you are ______ or ______ 1-5 am, driving to/from work, volunteer firefighter What is the correct procedure for turning left at an uncontrolled intersection?Yield to oncoming cars Dim headlights when500 ft from oncoming car, 200 ft behind vehicle Drunk drivers cause more than ____ of collisions in which someone is killed 1/2 If traffic signs don't work...proceed as it is a stop sign The speed limit in a residential area is _____ 25 mph a yellow/green or flourescent sign could mean school zone, bicycles, pedestrians The only time you can go through a red light is During a funeral procession or if a policeman/flagger lets you

Stopping time consists of:Perception, reaction, brake

a black or white sign meansregulation Warning signs are...yellow The current BAC set by RI law.02% for anyone under 21, 0.08% for over 21 The blind spot behind a large truck is ______ 50 ft Broken yellow lines meanPassing allowed What does a pennant mean?No passing zone If you refuse a chemical test, your license will be suspended for a min. of how long?180 days/6 months a blue sign meansservices a red traffic sign is astop or prohibition Collisions involving $1,000 property damage must be reported when?Immediately to police Regulatory signs are...red or white

Collisions must be reported if damage is in excess of?$1,000 What to do when the gas pedal sticksTurn to neutral In a rotary/roundabout, the right of way goes Counter clockwise When parking up a hill with a curb, you should always do what?Set emergency parking brake and turn wheels to the left What does a blinking yellow light mean?Warning When does the law require you to turn on headlights?Sunset to sunrise, in rain/snow, or when windshield wipers are in use What percentage of collisions are caused due to driver inattention?80% What to do when you lose brakesShift to lowest gear + parking brake What is the condition called which could be caused by long periods of driving?Highway hypnosis What is the condition called that makes you feel that you are going slower than your actual speed?Velocitizing What to do if engine stalls while moving in trafficShift to neutral and restart it on run