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Final Comprehensive Test Bank with Key (377 questions)

Test questions organized by Essential Knowledge and Skills topics.

Topic 1. Course Overview, GDL and Parent Orientation.

This course identified the responsibilities and role of the teacher, parents and student.____True____False

The Montana Traffic Education Program topics includeA. laws for operating a vehicle.B. procedures for operating and owning a vehicle.C. using a space management system.D. All the above.

Topic 2. Identifying Vehicle Gauges, Alert and Warning Symbols. The student distinguishes between vehicle alert and warning symbols, and gauges displayed on the dashboard.

A tachometer indicatesA. engine speed.B. oil pressure.C. the speed the vehicle is traveling.D. keeps track of the number of miles traveled.

The brake system warning light serves toA. remind drivers to release the parking brake before moving.B. let the driver know the system is not working properly.C. will remain on while driving, then flash if there is a problem.D. Both A and B are correct.

Alert lights indicate the system is functioning.____ True____ False

Warning lights indicate the system is working.____ True____ False

The alternator warning light indicates the

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A. alternator is working OK.B. alternator is checking itself out.C. alternator is too hot.D. trouble is in the electrical system.

The temperature light or gauge indicates the temperature of the A. air inside the vehicle.B. engine coolant.C. engine oil.D. air outside the vehicle.

Topic 3. Operating Vehicle Control Devices. The student describes and demonstrates correct use of the steering wheel, brake, accelerator, safety, communication, and convenience devices.

For full control of the acceleratorA. keep the heel on the floor and use the ball of the foot.B. keep the foot off the floor.C. lift the foot off the floor and use the leg muscles to press.D. lift the knee higher and press with your heel.

When using a hand operated Park brake, release the brake by pushing on the brake button.____ True____ False

The “dead pedal”A. only works on a manual shift transmission.B. is used to help keep the vehicle in gear.C. remains inactive until needed.D. is used to help maintain vehicle balance.

The cruise control A. is used to control speed on city streets.B. should not be used during bad weather.C. may only be used at speeds above 55 mph.D. is designed to eliminate speeding tickets.

The turn signal leverA. must be held in place until the turn is complete.B. is always self-canceling.C. must be clicked twice to cancel.D. may need to be cancelled if the turn is slight.

The hood releaseA. requires operating two latches. B. requires operating one latch.C. is located on the steering wheel.D. is located on the instrument panel.

Topic 4. Preparing to Drive. The student knows and demonstrates the pre-entry and entry tasks, vehicle compartment adjustments needed for driver control, and the securing and exiting tasks. The student knows the purpose and use of a vehicle owner’s manual.

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The head restraint is designed toA. protect the driver’s resting place.B. protect the head.C. protect the neck.D. protect the head and neck.

The sideview mirror adjustment that requires setting the mirrors out about 15 degrees A. is called the blind zone glare elimination.B. is used with the inside mirror to eliminate blind zones.C. eliminates the need for using the inside rearview mirror.D. Both A and B are correct.

Topic 5. Protecting Occupants. The student evaluates the dynamics of a crash and the effects on a restrained and unrestrained human body. The student investigates how occupant protection devices are used in motor vehicles; associates occupant protection with seat belts, airbags, head restraints, child restraint types and their use; describes proper positioning and need for safe installation of child restraints; recognizes improvements to vehicular and roadway technology to protect occupants; demonstrates proper use of a seat belt; demonstrates proper seat adjustments and steering wheel use with an air bag; and distinguishes occupant protection devices as crash survival mechanisms.

A seat belt should fitA. people of all sizes.B. loose across the chest.C. low and snug across the hips.D. tight against the collarbone.

Occupants of a vehicle are four times more likely to be killed in a crash when thrown from a vehicle.____ True____ False

Seat belts help the passenger ride down the forces of a crash if the vehicle is traveling over 55 mph.____ True____ False

Seat belts help distribute the force of a crash over the strongest parts of the body.____ True____ False

Topic 6. Performing Basic Maneuvers. The student understands the risk prevention procedures leading to good habits for starting the vehicle, entering and leaving roadways, steering wheel control, acceleration control, braking control, performing right and left turns, and maneuvering in reverse.

Newer vehicles require the steering wheel to beA. turned more to turn the wheels.B. turned less to turn the wheels.C. turned very quickly.

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D. turned very slowly.

Placing the upper arms against the rib cage helpsA. drivers turn the steering wheel.B. avoid the air bags.C. stability by lowering the body’s center of gravity.D. drivers get less fatigued.

The four types of steering wheel control areA. hand-over-hand; push-pull, hand-to-hand and limited evasive steer.B. hand-over-hand, push-push, pull-pull, and quick-steer.C. hand-over-hand, slow steer, quick steer, no steer.D. hand-over-hand, push-push, push-pull and limited evasive steer.

When backing straight, the driver placesA. both hands at the sides of the steering wheel.B. both hands at the 4 and 8 o’clock positions.C. one hand at the top and one hand at the bottom of the wheel.D. the left hand at the top of the wheel.

When moving from the curb into the roadwayA. signal for at least six seconds.B. check only the rearview mirrors.C. check traffic to the front, sides and rear.D. accelerate quickly to the speed limit.

A “target” is used to help driversA. know when to change gears.B. see the intended path of travel.C. stop at a precise location.D. get the best mileage.

The advantage of “targeting” isA. helping drivers search for information.B. removing the possibility of a collision.C. helping to overcome traction loss.D. Both A and C are correct.

Before applying the brakesA. first reduce speed by easing off the accelerator.B. be sure speed reduction is necessary.C. make a head check.D. check the rearview mirror.

Effective use of “trail braking” is whenA. conserving brakes is necessary.B. braking is not necessary.C. driving through curves.D. driving in the city.

The term “covering the brake” is used A. to describe the braking process.B. to prepare for an emergency response.C. only in an emergency.

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D. after the completion of the braking process.

The good habits for a precision turn are: check blind spots, check left-front-right zones and check rear view mirror.

____ True____ False

When making a turn, the last step is toA. check the rear zone.B. look left.C. activate the turn signal.D. turn the head and look to the target.

For most turns, steering control is accomplished withA. push-pull.B. hand-over-hand.C. minimal steering.D. quick steering.

When making tight, slow speed turns, drivers need to useA. push-pull steering.B. faster speed.C. hand-over-hand steering.D. the least amount of steering as possible.

When backing in a turnA. maintain steady speed.B. keep the left hand at the top of the steering wheel.C. keep both hands on the steering wheel.D. use the rearview mirror.

When backing straightA. use a “creeping” speed.B. use both hands on the steering wheel.C. use the rearview mirror.D. move quickly so the backing can be completed quickly.

Topic 7. Standard Vehicle Reference Points. The student understands and demonstrates blind areas around the vehicle and the use of vehicle reference points to position the vehicle and adjust for precision lane placement and stopping positions.

Two advantages of using Reference Points is making a legal stop with precision and overcoming optical illusions.

____ True____ False

The driver’s blind area in front of a vehicle is usuallyA. the length of the vehicle.B. 10 feet.C. 20 feet.D. 30 feet.

The driver’s blind area to the rear of the vehicle isA. one car length.

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B. two car lengths.C. three car lengths.D. four car lengths.

A standard lane width is 12 feet. How far is the vehicle from the curb when placed in lane position one?A. One footB. One to two feetC. Two to three feetD. Four to five feetIn Lane Position 5 (LP5) the driver’s vehicle isA. one foot from the curb.B. straddling the center lane.C. straddling the lane marking to the right.D. one foot from the center lane marking.

The lane position for a standard 12-foot wide roadway to make a right turn isA. LP1B. LP2C. LP3D. LP4

The front bumper is even with the curb line when the driver can seeA. the intersection.B. the curb aligned with the passenger rearview mirror.C. the target in the center of the path of travel.D. the curb aligned with the inside rearview mirror.

Topic 8. Traffic Control Devices and Traffic Laws. The student recognizes and understands the purpose and use of roadway signs, signals, markings, rules of the road, and traffic laws.

Drivers must obey all official highway signs, signals and markings unlessA. they are driving for an emergency.B. directed by a peace officer or road worker.C. the traffic signal is not working.D. the traffic sign has fallen to the ground.

Blue traffic signs are used toA. warn of impending road construction.B. identify pedestrian crossing areas.C. route drivers to public recreation and scenic areas.D. guide drivers to motorist’s services.

The three types of traffic signs areA. warn, laws, yieldB. regulate, guide, yieldC. regulation, warn, guideD. yield, guide, warn

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When a driver has the right of wayA. right of way must be given not taken.B. it is safe to enter the intersection.C. flash headlights to let others know you are proceeding.D. it’s because they are the driver on the left.

When turning left, drivers must yield to drivers on the through street.____ True____ False

Drivers turning left, automatically have the right of way.____ True____ False

When deciding the meaning of a traffic sign, first identify theA. locationB. colorC. shapeD. size

A double yellow line down the center of a two-way street indicatesA. no passing in either direction.B. the roadway is on a hill.C. two-way left turn lane.D. no turns except at intersections.

An intersection has a stop sign, crosswalk, but no stop line. You must stopA. before the crosswalk.B. 15 feet before the intersection.C. where you think the stop line would be.D. before the intersection.

You may cross a double solid yellow lineA. to pass a slow moving vehicle.B. to turn right into a driveway.C. to turn left into a driveway.D. under no conditions.

A traffic light with a green arrow and a red light meansA. you must wait for a green light.B. vehicles moving in any direction must stop.C. you may only drive straight ahead.D. you may only drive in the direction of the green arrow.

Drivers must yield to pedestriansA. when they are crossing the roadway.B. only when they are in the crosswalk.C. only when they are not violating a law.D. after checking to be sure the light is red.

Only states are permitted to establish speed limit laws.____ True____ False

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The “basic speed law” meansA. to obey all speed limit laws.B. driving at a speed that is reasonable and prudent.C. to drive slower in residential areas.D. driving faster will guarantee a speeding ticket.

When stopped for a train, drivers must stopA. no closer than 15 feet to the train tracks.B. at least 25 feet from the tracks.C. at least 50 feet from tracks.D. no closer than 15 feet or farther than 50 feet from the tracks.

A “DO NOT ENTER” sign is aA. warning sign.B. guide sign.C. regulatory sign.D. yield sign

The two kinds of construction zones areA. stationary and mobile.B. slow speed and no speed limit.C. rural and freeway.D. city and state.

In construction zones, FlaggersA. have the power of enforcement.B. direct traffic through the zone.C. are at risk from negligent drivers.D. All the above are true.

Montana “route” signs are A. round with black lettering.B. square with the state map.D. regulatory signs.D. diamond shape with the state map.

At a red traffic light you may turn rightA. after stopping and yielding to cross traffic.B. only if permitted.C. at any time.D. Both A and B are true.

Topic 9. Using Vision for Vehicle Control. The student understands the importance of vision while driving; identifies strategies to overcome visual problems; recognizes the effect speed has on vision; and identifies techniques to improve vision while driving.

Most decision-making is based uponA. what the driver feels.B. what the driver hears.C. what the driver sees.D. the laws that must be followed.

A driver uses depth perception toA. judge the distance between two objects.B. know if they can see okay.

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C. identify sign colors.D. tell how far away other vehicles are.

Fringe vision is used toA. develop a mental strategy.B. identify approaching vehicles.C. identify objects 90 degrees to each side.D. see reference points.

Glare can cause drivers toA. miss searching a curve in the road.B. crash into the rear of another vehicle.C. miss seeing a pedestrian.D. All the above are true.

Of the following four options, which is the most important sense for driver control?A. Braking control.B. Steering control.C. Vision control.D. Speed control.

High speeds A. affect the amount of steering needed.B. requires more steering.C. increases time to see more effectively.D makes peripheral vision more effective.

Topic 10. Good Habits for Reduced Risk Driving. The student will identify the steps to positive habit development; recognize how to develop good driving habits on a judgment level and on a habit level; and identify ten good habits for a lifetime of reduced-risk driving.

It has been observed that drivers perform at four levels. Level one is when a driver performs at theA. conscious, ok behavior (with thought).B. conscious, not ok behavior (with thought).C. automatic, not ok behavior (by habit, without thought).D. automatic, ok behavior (by habit without thought).

There are 10 good driving habits. Which answer includes two of the ten good habits?A. Keep the vehicle in balance and drive with courtesy.B. Control the rear zone and never exceed the speed limit.C. Control the front zone and brake smoothly.D. Use reference points and stop before the intersection.

Topic 11. Time and Space Management System Components.The student describes and evaluates the components of organized time and space management systems; recognizes how each component of a system is needed to establish good habits for critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills; and relates these systems to reduced risk driving behavior.

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A. create meaningful categories for good decisions.B. establish good habits for critical thinking and decision-making.C. reduce risky driving behavior.D. All the above are true.

Perception is a brain activity that gives meaning to what we see.____ True____ False

As speed increases, driversA. have more time to see and make decisions.B. have less time to see and make decisions.C. need less room to make a lane change.D. have more control over their vehicle.

Drivers have a natural human ability to perceive what is critical or not.____ True____ False

Drivers have the most control over the front zone.____ True____ False

Drivers have the most control over the rear zone.____ True____ False

The line of sight can be affected byA. other vehicles.B. trees and bushes.C. hills and curves.D. All of the above.

When the line of sight is obstructed, a change in speed or lane position is needed until the line of sight is restored.

____ True____ False

The intended path of travel DOES NOT include reference points.____ True____ False

A systematic search means the driver searches A. to the target.B. near, far, and to the sides.C. near, far, left, right and rear.D. the speedometer and target area.

A good visual search includes timing and where to search.____ True____ False

The 4-6 second visual search is the minimum range for the driver to decide a course of action.____ True____ False

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Topic 12. Time and Space Management Strategies. The student uses critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to effectively apply time and space management strategies while driving.

The “line-of-sight” is the A. the human ability to see.B. unobstructed distance to the target area.C. requires a target to be effective.D. distance between two objects.

When searching for a line of sight, the driver’s goal is toA. maintain an open line of sight.B. know the distance to the target.C. ignore the obstacles in the path of travel.D. maintain speed until the goal is reached.

To search effectively, drivers need to know where to look, when to look, how to look andA. the speed needed.B. why to look.C. what to look for.D. the distance to the target.

An effective target area range for searching isA. 5-7 seconds ahead.B. 10-12 seconds ahead.C. 12-20 seconds ahead.D. 20-30 seconds ahead.

Early identifications of conditions aheadA. gives a driver time make a green light.B. allows time to make speed or lane adjustments.C. is only important when weather conditions are bad.D. requires at least four seconds.

The minimum searching range for decision-making is at leastA. 4-6 seconds.B. 6-9 seconds.C. 8-12 seconds.D. 12-15 seconds.

To bring a vehicle to a stop, under most conditions drivers needA. 2 secondsB. 4 seconds.C. 6 seconds.D. 8 seconds.

When the foot goes on the brakeA. check the rearview mirror.B. check the speedometer.C. press hard.D. flash at least four times.

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A 3-second following distance permits enough space to stop safely if your speedA. is less than 20 mph.B. is more than 40 mph.C. is less than 45 mph.D. is more than 55 mph.

One way to control the tailgater is toA. reduce speed and flash the brake lights.B. slow down and speed up.C. brake hard to let the driver know they are tailgating.D. speed up, even if it means exceeding the speed limit.

When stopping behind another vehicleA. leave at least five feet.B. stop where you can see the license tag.C. leave at least 20 feet.D. stop where you can see the tires on the ground.

When the intersection traffic light turns greenA. accelerate quickly into the intersection.B. check the rear before accelerating.C. wait two seconds and search for red light runners.D. you can make a right turn.

When crossing an intersection, the most hazardous vehicle is the one that is coming from A. across the intersection.B. the left.C. the right.D. the rear.

The ability to judge a safe gap is more important whenA. passing through an intersection or joining traffic.B. finding a parking space.C. passing cars.D. making an emergency stop.

Check the rearview mirrorsA. every two seconds.B. before and after turning.C. before and after a lane change.D. Both B and C are correct.

Avoid a lane change when the front zone is closed.____ True____ False

Perception time is the amount of timeA. it takes to respond to a hazard.B. drivers need to see a red traffic light.C. it takes to react after seeing a hazard.D. for simple reaction time.

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It requires large additions of speed to affect vehicle balance, braking and steering ability.____ True____ False

A formula for calculating how far a vehicle travels per second isA. multiply the speed by four, divide by two.B. multiple speed times four.C. divide the speed by two, add the divided number back to the speed.D. double the speed, divide by two.

The three actions drivers can take areA. speed, direction and communicateB. control vision, steering and braking.C. control steering, motion and time management.D. vision, motion and steering control.

Topic 13. Right-of-Way Rules. The student knows and understands the rules and regulations that determine who should yield the right of way on roadways and assesses the consequences of not obeying the right-of-way rules and regulations.

The first vehicle arriving at an uncontrolled intersection A. should have the right of way.B. must yield the right of way.C. should take the right of way.D. should yield to any driver on the right.

If vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same timeA. the vehicle on the right yields to the vehicle on the left.B. the vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right.C. the drivers can decide who goes first.D. None of the above are correct.

Topic 14. Negotiating Intersections.The student describes the legal requirements for intersection driving; demonstrates good habits for visual control when navigating intersections; identifies and responds to intersection types; identifies signs, signals and markings; applies time and space management strategies; communicates effectively; and performs reduced risk vision, motion and steering control.

Intersections are controlled byA. traffic lights and stop signs.B. red, green and yellow lights.C. four-way intersections.D. stop signs, yield signs and traffic lights.

A stale green light is a light that hasA. just turned yellow.B. been green for quite a while.C. been green too long.D. has just turned green.

A right turn on red after stopping isA. legal everywhere.

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B. only legal in residential neighborhoods.C. only legal in the city.D. legal except where prohibited.

When a pedestrian light starts flashingA. pedestrians are permitted to cross the street.B. pedestrians are not permitted to cross the street.C. it is warning the light is about to turn red.D. drivers must stop.

A staggered stop A. gives large vehicles more room to turn left.B. is required at pedestrian crosswalks.C. is when you see the tires of the vehicle on the ground.D. not allowed in high density traffic.

When approaching an intersection with a green lightA. accelerate quickly through the intersection.B. search the left, front and right zones.C. search left and right.D. reduce speed and cover the brake.

When making a sharp right turn,A. accelerate through the turn.B. reduce speed and use hand-over-hand steering.C. approach in lane position three.D. exit in lane position three.

Hand-over-hand steering is usedA. for all turns.B. for a sweeping large turn.C. for sharp turns with limited visibility.D. for turns over 45 mph.

Intersections with a protected right turn areaA. help move traffic through the intersection.B. reduce risks.C. increase risks.D. eliminate the requirement to stop.

When making a right turn, the last visual search isA. to the left.B. to the front.C. the rearview mirror.D. to the target.

When making a turn onto a four lane divided roadA. turn into either lane.B. turn into the lane closest to your turning lane.C. you have the right of way.D. turn into the farthest lane.

An intersection without signs or signalsA. is a controlled intersection.B. is more dangerous.

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C. takes more time to cross.D. will have a yield sign.

When stopped at an intersectionA. search 90 degrees to the left and right.B. count to three before proceeding.C. search 45 degrees to the left and right.D. search 90 degrees left and right and to the front.

Before committing to a U-turn, be able to seeA. 150 feet in front of you.B. 300 feet all around you.C. 400 feet in front of you.D. 500 feet all around you.

A “share lane” is used toA. change lanes.B. make right turns.C. make left turns.D. pass.

A passive railroad crossing is whereA. the STOP line is painted on the pavement.B. there are flashing red lights.C. the gates start to drop.D. the bells start to ring.

When approaching a railroad crossingA. it is safe to cross if the lights are not flashing.B. stop only if a train is coming.C. expect a train at any time.D. be sure you know what time the trains come by.

Headlights should be used during the daytime A. so you can pass another vehicle.B. so others can see you.C. because Montana law requires lights on during the day.D. the battery will stay charged.

A fully loaded train takes less distance to stop than an unloaded train.____ True____ False

Receiving communication from other drivers is just as important as the driver sending communication.____ True____ False

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Topic 15. Performing Lane Changes and Passing. The student understands the legal requirements and risk management strategies leading to good habits for vision control, motion control, and steering control while making a lane change, and while passing or being passed on two lane roads and multiple lane roadways.

Before starting a lane change maneuverA. check for open front, side and rear zones.B. check and confirm the blind spot is clear.C. reduce speed.D. Both A and B are correct.

Passing is permittedA. when a solid yellow line is on the driver’s side of the road.B. when a broken yellow line is on the driver’s side of the road.C. only to the left of a vehicle.D. within 100 feet of an intersection.

Before initiating a passing maneuver, you must signal at leastA. 100 feet before the maneuver.B. 200 feet before the maneuver.C. 125 feet before the maneuver.D. 250 feet before the maneuver.

Topic 16. Cooperating with Other Roadway Users.The student understands characteristics of other vehicles’ performance and the potential conflicts with other motorized and non-motorized roadway users to apply critical-thinking, decision-making and problem-solving skills, and to respond with reduced risk driving behavior while sharing the roadway with other users.

Montana law requires that the front seat be restricted toA. two passengers.B. three passengers.C. four passengers.D. adults only.

Drivers are required to stop for pedestriansA. as they approach the crosswalk.B. when they are in the crosswalk.C. even if they are not in the crosswalk.D. Both B and C are correct.

A bicycle laneA. may be used by bicyclists and pedestrians.B. is restricted to only bicyclists.C. violation can result in loss of license.D. is restricted to 12 mph.

If a bicyclist and car driver arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same timeA. the car driver always has the right of way.B. the bicyclist must stop and wait for traffic to clear.C. the bicyclist has the same rights and responsibilities as the car driver.D. the car driver must stop and wait for the bicyclist to clear the intersection.

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When a collision occurs with a car driver and motorcyclist it is usually caused by theA. driver turning left in front of the motorcyclist.B. motorcyclist’s excessive speed.D. motorcyclist riding too close to the car driver. D. driver going in the same direction as the motorcyclist.

A motorcyclist riding without a helmet and protective gearA. will be cooler during hot weather.B. is an expert rider.C. is an inexperienced rider.D. can suffer hypothermia and be less aware of surroundings.

A study of car-truck collisions identifiedA. the truck driver was sleepy and at fault.B. trucks tailgate too much.C. too many trucks are on the roads at the same time.D. car drivers failed to yield the right of way.

A truck’s stopping distanceA. is the same as other vehicles.B. is less than other vehicles because of their weight.C. is more than other vehicles.D. is the same as a motorcyclist’s.

The No Zones of a large truck limits the driver’s visibility to the rear forA. 30 feet.B. 25 feet.C. 20 feet.D. 15 feet.

When driving in front of a large tractor trailer, the minimum distance to the truck should be no less thanA. five car lengths.B. ten car lengths.C. 15 car lengths.D. 15 feet.

Bus lanes are used to help A. buses stay on time.B. riders bypass heavy traffic.C. handicap riders.D. reduce the number of buses needed.

The color of work zone safety signs isA. yellow.B. white and black.C. brown.D. orange.

A work zone flagger’s directionsA. is always to the right of the work zone.B. must always be obeyed.C. have the same authority as law enforcement.D. Both B and C are correct.

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One of the major causes of work zone collisions isA. drivers moving too slowly.B. workers walking into the roadway.C. the lack of signs warning of the work zone.D. speeding drivers.

Passing a snowplow on the right isA. safe when the speed is slow.B. the preferred passing maneuver.C. required when visibility is reduced.D. never safe.

When encountering a funeral processionA. Montana law requires drivers to yield the right of way.B. giving the right of way is up to each driver.C. turn on your headlights and join the procession if it is going your way.D. cross the intersection when there is a big enough gap.

When slow-moving farm equipment moves to the right of the road, it is allowing you to pass.____ True____ False

All responding emergency vehicles have the right of way.____ True____ False

The traffic light turns green and you are ready to accelerate. You hear the sound of an emergency siren, you should

A. drive through the intersection and stop.B. back up until you can’t back any further.C. wait until the emergency vehicle clears the intersection.D. turn right and park beside the road.

Topic 17. Performing Turnabouts. The student understands the legal requirements and risk prevention procedures leading to good habits for vision control, motion control, and steering control while turning the vehicle to go in the opposite direction.

A turnabout is considered a high risk if A. it requires making a U-turn.B. it requires backing into a driveway.C. it requires backing into or crossing traffic.D. the turn signal is not used.

Montana law restricts making a turnaboutA. in a curve.B. if the driver can’t see 500 feet to the front and rear.C. upon the approach to or near the crest of a grade.D. All the above.

A mid-block turnabout is safer than an intersection turnabout.____ True____ False

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The gap needed for a mid-block turnabout is at leastA. 5-10 secondsB. 10-20 seconds.C. 20-30 seconds.D. 30-40 seconds.

The safest turnabout maneuver is aA. two-point turnabout from the right curb.B. U-turn.C. turn that begins in the center of the roadway.D. three-point turn.

Topic 18. Performing Parking Maneuvers. The student understands the legal requirements and risk prevention procedures leading to good habits for vision control, motion control, and steering control while parking a vehicle.

Parking a vehicle requiresA. patience.B. speed, steering and vision control.C. accurate space judgment.D. Both B and C are correct.

When entering or leaving an angle or perpendicular parking space, drivers shouldA. be aware of the time it takes to leave a parking space.B. not signal because the backup lights notify others you are leaving.C. be aware of the swing of the front and rear of the vehicle.D. back quickly to clear the parking space.

Montana law requires drivers to park no closer to a crosswalk thanA. 5 feet.B. 10 feet.C. 15 feet.D. 20 feet.

When parking on a one-way street, Montana law A. requires parking in the direction of traffic flow.B. permits parking in any direction.C. permits parking within 20 feet of the curb.D. requires parking in the opposite direction of traffic flow.

When angle parking, good habits includeA. driving quickly and turning the wheel slowly.B. leaving the wheels at an angle when parked.C. tapping the horn to alert nearby pedestrians.D. driving slowly and turning the wheel quickly.

Risky behaviors when parking includeA. taking too long to park.B. failing to set the parking brake.C. flashing lights at other drivers.D. signaling too soon.

Backing into a perpendicular parking spaceA. is more risky than pulling in forward.

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B. takes expertise.C. takes less time to park and exit the space.D. increases the risk of hitting parked cars.

A parallel parking technique is toA. position the vehicle 2-3 feet beside the vehicle in front of the space.B. position the vehicle 4-6 feet beside the vehicle in front of the space.C. use a fast speed entering and a slow speed for exiting.D. turn the wheels sharply when the front bumper is even with the vehicle in front of the space.

When parking uphill with a curbA. turn the wheels sharply to the left.B. shift into drive and move the vehicle back into the curb.C. shift into reverse to move the vehicle back into the parking space.D. leave the wheels straight.

When parking uphill without a curbA. do not use the parking brake.B. turn the wheels sharply left against the curb.C. turn the wheels sharply right.D. shift to Neutral and set the parking brake.

Risky behaviors when exiting downhill parking isA. signaling too soon.B. forgetting to straighten the wheels before leaving the space.C. is forgetting to release the parking brake.D. both B and C are correct.

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Topic 19. Effects of Gravity and Energy of Motion. The student uses critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving skills to recognize the effect of gravity and energy of motion on friction and traction; the forces of an impact; factors that affect a vehicle while in a curve; how tire condition affects traction; factors affecting braking distance; the effect of energy of motion on vehicles of different weights; the effect of forces when mixed sized vehicles collide; and how altering a vehicle can affect vehicle balance and traction.

A vehicle’s center of gravity is locatedA. over the engine.B. over the back tires.C. high in the passenger compartment.D. low in the passenger compartment.

A heavy SUV with two people and the cargo area filled with luggage will have more energy of motion than a light compact car with the same two people and luggage.

____ True____ False

Increasing a vehicle’s speed from 20 mph to 40 mph will requireA. two times the distance to stop.B. three times the distance to stop.C. four times the distance to stop.D. eight times the distance to stop.

When turning the steering wheel for a curve, the sensation of being pulled to the outside of the curve is caused byA. inertia.B. the center of gravity.C. gravity.D. None of the above.

Occupants of a vehicle can overcome the effect of momentum when a crash occurs byA. pushing hard into the back of the seat.B. having strong arms and legs.C. using occupant protection.D. recognizing the body is stronger than momentum.

During acceleration the vehicle shifts weightA. to the sides.B. to the front.C. to the rear.D. from rear to front.

As weight is added to a vehicleA. the vehicle’s center of gravity raises.B. the passengers cause a lower center of gravity.C. it reduces the possibility of a rollover.D. the vehicle becomes more stable.

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When two objects collide, it will be affected the most byA. the amount of gas in the vehicle.B. speed, weight and time it took to come to a stop.C. the speed.D. what it hits.

When two surfaces rub against each other and one surface resists the other it is called “friction.”____ True____ False

Vehicles need friction to be able toA. turn.B. turn and accelerate.C. accelerate and brake.D. turn, accelerate and brake.

Tires are designed to carry any amount of weight of a vehicle.____ True____ False

The forces that consume traction includeA. acceleration and speed.B. braking, driving and speed.C. steering and braking.D. acceleration, braking and steering.

Topic 20. Maintaining Vehicle Balance. The student understands how to identify maximum vehicle load; examines the changes in vehicle balance when braking and steering; recognizes how seating, hand and feet position is used to maintain vehicle balance; recognizes the effects of vehicle load on vehicle balance; recognizes the effect of aggressive steering, braking, and acceleration inputs on the balance of a vehicle, and explains how to use vision control, motion control, and steering control to maintain vehicle balance.

Vehicle balance meansA. how well the vehicle is balanced.B. it needs passengers to be in balance.C. the distribution of weight on the tires when sitting on the ground.D. the center of gravity is low.

The weight of a vehicle is concentrated overA. two points.B. three points.C. four points.D. seven points.

The amount of tire rubber on the ground when the vehicle is moving depends onA. the quality of the tires.B. the tire size.C. the air in the tires.D. the amount of accelerating, braking or turning.

When loading a vehicle with luggage and passengersA. it becomes less balanced.B. it becomes more balanced.

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C. put the heaviest load in the trunk.D. put the lightest load in the trunk.

How the driver sits behind the wheel A. encourages keeping both hands on the wheel.B. reduces the chances of oversteering.C. reduces upper and lower back pain.D. All the above.

At higher speeds, the chance of a rolloverA. decreases.B. increases with quick steering maneuvers.C. decreases with more steering maneuvers.D. increases with fewer passengers.

Topic 21. Maintaining Traction Control. The student recognizes vehicle imbalance and evaluates vision control, motion control and steering control to prevent loss of vehicle control. The student investigates vehicle braking systems, traction and steering control systems, and stability control systems to maintain vehicle control.

The loss of traction can be caused byA. roadway conditions.B. new tires.C. the driver’s actions.D. Both A and C are correct.

Understeer happens whenA. the rear tires lock up.B. all tires lock up.C. the front tires lock up.D. oversteer occurs.

To correct a rear wheel skidA. brake harder.B. accelerate quickly.C. steering quickly out of the turn.D. release brakes, look and steer to the target.

A benefit of ABS brakes isA. the ability to stop very fast.B. maintaining steering control.C. avoiding all chances of skidding.D. the ability to stop in the shortest distance.

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Rear wheel ABS is only used onA. SUVs.B. tractor trailers.C. the smaller, light duty pickup trucks.D. any vehicle.

When a vehicle crash occurs, the three collisions that occur are theA. two vehicles and anything else that gets hit.B. passengers hitting each other and the vehicle.C. human, vehicle and vehicle external.D. vehicle, human and human internal.

Vehicle stability control systems are designed toA. compensate for slow drivers.B. correct oversteering and understeering problems.C. be activated by the driver.D. correct all driver errors.

Topic 22. Negotiating Hills and Curves. The student applies time and space management strategies and demonstrates vision skills to recognize line of sight and/or path of travel restrictions encountered on hills or in curves; demonstrates reduced risk speed and lane position adjustments for approaching, entering, apexing, and exiting a curve; demonstrates speed control when ascending and descending a hill; explains conditions that could affect traction while traveling through a curve.

The apex of a curve helps a driver select the best path through the curve.____ True____ False

The biggest enemy in a curve isA. the size of the curve.B. other vehicles.C. speed.D. going too slow.

A goal when driving through a curve is toA. use as much steering as possible.B. use as much speed as possible.C. increase speed at the entry.D. use the least amount of steering as possible.

The sharper the turn, the A. more steering and speed is needed.B. least amount of steering is needed.C. apex should be at the end of the curve.D. harder it is for tires to maintain traction.

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Trail braking is a techniqueA. used before hard braking.B. to maintain steering control through a curve.C. to maintain braking control through a curve.D. used in all sharp turns.

When exiting a curveA. stay in lane position three.B. turn toward the apex.C. accelerate about the middle of the curve when the target can be seen.D. move to lane position three and accelerate.

When traveling up and down hillsA. gravity is everyone’s passenger.B. reduce speed going uphill.C. do not increase speed.D. select the lane position before going uphill.

When driving on mountain roadsA. there is less room for errors.B. becoming distracted could result in a collision.C. driving off the road could result in driving off a cliff.D. All the above.

Montana law requires slow moving vehicles to let faster moving vehicles to go ahead whenA. three vehicles are held up.B. four or more vehicles are held up.C. visibility is reduced.D. traffic ahead is too slow.

Altitude does not affect how well a vehicle performs.____ True____ False

When driving downhill, control vehicle speed byA. maintaining pressure on the brake.B. applying and releasing the brakes.C. downshifting to a lower gear before descending.D. keeping eyes on the speedometer.

Topic 23. Driving in Urban Environments. The student distinguishes how driving conditions and characteristics in urban areas are different than other driving environments and applies time and space management strategies with vision control, motion control, and steering control for good driving habits within urban driving environments.

There are more hazards mile for mile driving inA. rural areas.B. city streets.C. neighborhoods.D. freeways.

To help reduce risk in urban environmentsA. wear your seat belt.B. take rural roads.

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C. maintain speed at 25 mph.D. search at least 200 feet ahead.

On four lane roads, with two lanes traveling in the same direction, the safest lane is the lane closest to the center line.

____ True____ False

A center share lane is used toA. turn around.B. turn right.C. turn left.D. pass others.

If the light turns red while you are in the intersection waiting for a gap to make a turnA. you are not permitted to go.B. you have made an illegal maneuver.C. continue straight ahead.D. back up to return to your lane.

In business districts, the safest driving lane is usuallyA. the left lane.B. the share lane.C. the right lane.D. All of these lanes.

Business districts canA. have lots of obstructed lines of sight.B. more distracted pedestrians carrying packages.C. higher speed limits.D. fewer traffic controls.

When traffic and conditions become less predictableA. decrease following distance.B. move to the right lane.C. cover the brake.D. stop using reference points.

A safety stop is whenA. the driver moves up to the intersection for a better line of sight.B. everyone stops and yields.C. a stop is made at the stop line.D. the driver stops 20 feet back from the curb.

When preparing to make a turn in a business districtA. signaling is not required after a traffic light.B. increase eye contact with other drivers.C. signal at least 100 feet before turning.D. complete the turn quickly.

Topic 24. Driving in Rural Environments. The student distinguishes how laws, driving conditions, and characteristics in rural areas are different than other driving environments and applies time and space management strategies with vision control, motion control, and steering control for good driving habits within rural driving environments.

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Two characteristics of rural roads areA. higher speeds and more traffic.B. more traffic signs and lots of hills.C. fewer traffic signs and higher speeds.D. fewer crashes.

Most rural roads have less hazards than urban roads because there is less traffic.____ True____ False

Using a time and space management strategy is just as important on rural roads as urban roads.____ True____ False

When searching for rural intersections, look for____ mailboxes and reflectors next to driveways.____ stop signs or yield signs.____ heavier traffic.____ traffic lights.

When driving on rural multi-lane roads, crossing a double yellow line is always prohibited.____ True____ False

A scenic highway can be historical or backcountry.____ True____ False

You want to pass a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow, two-lane rural road. The best action is toA. pass on the right.B. pass quickly.C. ensure the driver isn’t preparing to turn left.D. not attempt a pass.

When being passed on a paved rural roadwayA. increase speed because you are going too slow.B. move to LP3 so the driver will have better visibility.C. stay in LP 1 for lane protection.D. None of the above.

Highway hypnosis can be caused byA. driving long distances with little traffic.B. driving during bad weather.C. drinking too much caffeine.D. eating while driving.

When driving in an area where slow-moving vehicles are known to beA. expect them to move over to the edge of the road for you.B. expect their speed to be no higher than 25 mph.C. increase speed to avoid them.D. take another route.

When driving at night headlights must be dimmed for oncoming traffic withinA. 250 feet.

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B. 500 feet.C. 750 feet.D. 1,000 feet.

Rural railroad crossings are more likely to have lights, bells, and whistles than urban areas.____ True____ False

When driving in areas where wild animals are known to cross the roadA. flash the headlights when they are seen.B. beep the horn every few seconds.C. reduce speed and cover the brake.D. increase speed to get away from the area.

Montana’s Open Range law A. makes owner’s liable if a driver hits an animal.B. the animal owner is not liable for damage or injury.C. is voided by fences.D. requires all animals to be fenced.

Topic 25. Driving Within the Highway Transportation System. The student reviews the Highway Transportation System (HTS) and how cooperation by federal, state, local, and individual systems and agencies function together to provide a safe and lawful driving environment. The student understands the impact and consequences of personal driving behaviors on other users.

The three components of the Highway Transportation System areA. people, cars, trucks.B. highways, freeways and rural roads.C. roads, vehicles and people.D. freeways, buses and people.

Only the federal government can enact speed limit laws throughout the nation.____ True____ False

Topic 26. Driving on Rural and Controlled Access Highways. The student distinguishes how driving conditions and characteristics on controlled (limited) access highways are different than other driving environments; applies time and space management strategies; uses vision control, motion control, and steering control for good driving habits on controlled, limited access highways.

Which is NOT a characteristic of an expressway?A. High speed traffic.B. Divided by some barrier between opposing lanes of travel.C. A high rate of collisions.D. Drivers can enter and exit only at certain places.The types of interchanges at limited access highways are

calledA. flute, harp and violin.B. diamond, trumpet and cloverleaf.C. ruby, star and heart.D. bear, owl and eagle.

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A. Use any ramp available to get on.B. Check for “DO NOT ENTER” and “WRONG WAY” signs at the ramp.C. Make sure the ramp is marked “UP.”D. Only make right turns to get onto the entrance ramp.

The entrance to a limited access highway has three parts. What are they?A. The entrance ramp, acceleration lane and merge area.B. The entrance ramp, deceleration lane and merge area.C. The exit ramp, deceleration lane and change area.D. The weave, speed sign and curve.

When entering the freeway, search for A. traffic ahead.B. a gap in traffic.C. the ramp speed sign.D. All the above.

When driving on a freeway entrance rampA. stop when in the merge area.B. check over your left shoulder and mirror for a gap.C. look over your right shoulder.D. drive very slowly until a gap in traffic is seen.

When a driver is being continually passed on the rightA. move to the left lane.B. move to the right lane.C. stay in the center lane.D. increase speed.

You are approaching a freeway that you want to enter. You may not enter if the signs areA. red and white.B. yellow and black.C. white and black.D. green and yellow.

When on the freeway acceleration lane preparing to move into traffic, adjust your speed to the flow of traffic.____ True____ False

When searching for Interstate signs, look for signs that areA. yellow and black.B. white and black.C. red, white and blue.D. green and white.

When driving on a freeway, which zones should you try to keep open?A. Front zoneB. Rear zone.C. Front and rear zones.D. All zones.

While driving on a freeway a trucker comes up quickly behind you; you shouldA. change lanes.B. accelerate away.C. brake quickly.

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D. flash your lights.

When you prepare to leave the freeway at your planned exitA. wait until reaching the exit before signaling.B. do not brake until in the deceleration lane.C. signal at least one mile before the exit.D. brake before the deceleration lane.

A “weave” lane on a freeway is more risky becauseA. you must weave within the lane to stay in your lane.B. the lane makes sharp turns.C. the lane is used for entering and exiting the freeway.D. this is where most traffic is located.

Many crashes occur at tollbooths becauseA. drivers don’t see the tollbooth until it is too late.B. drivers don’t reduce speed.C. cars are too close together.D. drivers quickly changing lanes.

Freeways with wide shoulders, banked curves, limited entrances and exits, and no cross traffic are examples ofA. safety design features.B. roads with higher crash rates.C. roads that are limited to drivers driving great distances.D. why our roads are so expensive.

The speed limit on all of Montana’s limited access roadways is 75 mph unless otherwise posted.____ True____ False

Mile markers are only used on interstates.____ True____ False

At speeds above 40 mphA. drivers have tunnel vision.B. drivers begin to lose peripheral vision.C. less information is needed to make decisions.D. steering becomes easier.

Topic 27. Driving During Reduced Visibility Conditions. The student understands the legal and risk prevention procedures leading to good habits for time and space management strategies during reduced visibility driving conditions such as glare, low light conditions, darkness, fog, dust, precipitation, winter weather, and smoke, and evaluates risk prevention procedures. The student uses vision control, motion control, and steering control to increase visibility, and reduce and manage risk.

Over-driving headlights occurs when a driver is traveling at a speed that prevents stopping safely within the distance covered by the headlights.

____ True____ False

Montana law requires headlights to be usedA. from a half hour before sunset until a half hour after sunrise.

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B. whenever objects can’t be seen at 500 feet or less.C. from a half hour after sunset until a half hour before sunrise.D. Both B. and C. are correct.

Montana law requires dimming headlights whenA. within 1,000 feet of an oncoming vehicle.B. within 500 feet of overtaking a vehicle.C. within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle and 1,000 feet of overtaking a vehicle.D. Both A and B are correct.

When encountering glareA. some drivers take a long time for their eyes to recover from glare.B. squint the eyes and look toward the dashboard.C. use fringe vision to keep aligned with the curb.D. avoid using the inside rearview mirror.

When driving in fogA. use high beam.B. use the emergency flashers.C. use low beam.D. increase speed to get out of the fog quicker.

When driving into smoke or dustA. reduce speed and use low beam.B. avoid using the windshield wipers.C. roll down the windows to improve visibility.D. turn on high beams.

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Topic 28. Driving During Extreme Weather Conditions. The student describes extreme weather conditions (such as flooding, heat, cold, storms, blizzards, or strong winds) and evaluates alternative routes, and vehicle and driver limitations to apply time and space management strategies for reduced risk vision control, motion control, and steering control.

If caught in a lightning storm the rubber tires will keep you safe if you remain in the car.____ True____ False

If your tires start to hydroplaneA. brake quickly and bring the vehicle to a stop.B. maintain steady speed, look and steer to the target.C. accelerate quickly to the target.D. release the accelerator quickly.

A vehicle can float in water that isA. six inches deep.B. 12 inches deep.C. 20 inches deep.D. two feet deep.

If trapped in a vehicle with rapidly rising waterA. stay in the vehicle.B. never climb to the roof of the vehicle.C. if safe, jump to dry ground immediately.D. if the water is less than 24 inches, wade to high ground.

If rising water can’t be avoidedA. drive through the water quickly.B. engage the parking brake while driving quickly to keep the brakes dry.C. drive slowly and steadily until out of the water.D. stop and wait for the water to recede.

A good battery will always start a car in any kind of weather.____ True____ False

When encountering whiteout conditions while drivingA. stop anywhere until conditions improve.B. slow and find a safe place to park.C. drive slowly with the emergency flashers on.D. None of the above.

You are driving in the right lane of an icy, two-way, four-lane street when you see a car in your lane is stopped . Your car is equipped with ABS, so you should

A. shift to a lower gear.B. brake soft, clear traffic, and steer to the right.C. brake hard, clear traffic, and steer to the open space.D. steer into a snowbank to the right.

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On very hot days, the engine can get hot and then cool off quickly.____ True____ False

Topic 29. Responding to Emergencies. The student examines how to respond to vehicle malfunctions. The student identifies procedures for emergency evasive steering; recognizes how to respond to skids resulting from low traction conditions; and evaluates the procedures to safely return a vehicle to the roadway from an off-road driving condition.

The three major warning lights that monitor the vehicle areA. engine oil pressure, coolant temperature and fuel.B. fuel, charging system and headlights.C. engine oil, coolant temperature and charging system.D. charging system, fuel and lights.

Once the engine is running, all warning lights shouldA. stay on.B. go out.C. remain yellow.D. remain white.

A tire blowout can be caused by overloading a vehicle.____ True____ False

When a blowout occurs, drivers are warned they mustA. brake quickly.B. not brake or release the accelerator abruptly.C. quickly release the accelerator.D. brake and quickly get off the road.

When a front tire blows outA. there is still time to brake before all the air is gone.B. pump the brakes.C. the vehicle will pull in the direction of the blowout.D. be prepared for the vehicle to fishtail.

If the accelerator sticksA. stay in low gear until it unsticks.B. reach down and lift up the pedal.C. brake hard to avoid an emergency.D. shift to neutral.

If the “Check Engine” light goes onA. the engine has suffered a catastrophic failure.B. be prepared to brake quickly.C. it doesn’t mean the driver must pull over immediately.D. expect it to go out within one minute.

Modern cars have more tolerance if a car overheats.____ True.____ False.

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If the vehicle temperature gauge goes on and stays onA. pull over immediately and have the car towed.B. take it to a mechanic as soon as possible.C. drive faster to cool the temperature.D. drive slowly.

When the engine oil warning light goes onA. it’s time to replace the oil.B. engine failure can occur within minutes.C. drive slowly and take it to a mechanic as soon as possible.D. the engine needs more oil.

When there is a loss of steering powerA. check the tires.B. check the power steering reservoir.C. be sure the shocks are working.D. Both A and B are correct.

When the ABS light goes on all braking power is lost.____ True.____ False.

If the brakes failA. shift to a lower gear.B. try pumping the brakes.C. check the emergency brake to be sure it is not engaged.D. All the above are true.

To recover from drifting off the road, the action includesA. braking quickly to a crawling speed.

B. holding the steering wheel and reduce speed to 10 mph.C. no braking.D. using hand-over-hand steering and light braking.

Topic 30. Responsibilities after a Collision. The student describes driver responsibilities in the event of a collision or when given directions by emergency personnel.

The insurance cardA. must be in the vehicle.B. must be shown to anyone who asks to see it.C. must show the amount of coverage.D. is more important than a driver’s license.

If a collision occurs, drivers must notify local law enforcementA. within 48 hours.B. if damage is $1000 or more.C. within seven days.D. if damage is $750 or more.

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A. immediately get your license out.B. keep one hand on the steering wheel.C. leave the vehicle and walk back to the patrol car.D. be prepared to show registration, insurance and driver’s license.

A crash with over $1,000 in damages must be reported to the Montana Highway Patrol withinA. 24 hours.B. two days.C. five days.D. 10 days.

Topic 31. Managing Risk with Vehicle and Highway Designs. The student investigates features built into highway and vehicle design for crash survival, and describes how improved technology helps reduce risk and minimizes the consequences of a crash. The student recognizes the types of collisions that can occur and actions that can be taken to control the consequences.

More people die by murder than in a vehicle crash.____ True____ False

Fatal vehicle crashes are caused by driversA. 50 percent of the time.B. 90 percent of the time.C. 95 percent of the time.D. and malfunctioning vehicles.

Crashes can be avoided if drivers would react to the impending hazardA. one-half second earlier.B. one second earlier.C. two seconds earlier.D. three seconds earlier.

Drivers can control the consequences of a crash byA. staying under the speed limit by 5 mph.B. not risking more than they can afford to lose.C. buying more insurance.D. not driving after midnight.

Topic 32. Managing Driver Distractions. The student describes examples of conditions that can distract drivers and lead to increased risk driving, and creates a personal plan for managing physical, visual and cognitive driver distractions while driving.

A distracted driver is someone who is inattentative.____ True____ False

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A. hills.B. an officer directing traffic.C. billboards and signs.D. All of the above.

A federal study identified over 50 percent of rear-end crashes are caused byA. driver distractions and inattention.B. tailgaters.C. speeding.D. road rage.

To help overcome the effect of divided attention while drivingA. perform no more than one task at a time.B. use a mental system to manage time and space.C. do not look at any one object for more than one second.D. drink some water.

Divided attention can be mental or visual.____ True____ False

Which of these driver behaviors requires divided attention?A. Accelerating, looking for pedestrians and scratching the nose.B. Looking at a traffic light and searching an intersection.C. Adjusting windshield wipers and braking.D. All of the above.

To help reduced divided attentionA. perform needed tasks inside the vehicle while stopped.B. glance at a traffic light for at least one second.C. practice managing eight to ten different tasks at a time.D. use either mental or visual task independently.

Topic 33. Alcohol and Drugs’ Effect on the Body.The student describes why and how different amounts of alcohol and drugs affect people. The student evaluates the amount of alcohol in various drinks. The student describes the blood alcohol concentration as related to body weight and the number of drinks containing alcohol consumed in a given period of time.

Alcohol is a drug that depresses the central nervous system.____ True____ False

As the amount of alcohol in the blood increasesA. vision is improved.B. decision-making is easier.C. eyes become fixated.D. judgment is improved.

The alcoholic content of some beverages is stated in terms of proof which is actuallyA. half the content of the alcohol.B. triple the content of alcohol.C. double the content of alcohol.D. the same alcoholic content.

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A wine cooler has the least amount of alcohol compared to other alcoholic beverages.____ True____ False

The liver eliminates alcohol from the body aboutA. one drink every half hour.B. one drink per hour.C. two drinks per hour.D. over a period of 24 hours.

Beverages with a lot of alcohol result in the same BAC as a drink with minimal alcohol.____ True____ False

A larger person will eliminate more alcohol per hour than a petite person.____ True____ False

Alcohol is aA. drug.B. medicine.C. hallucinogen.D. stimulant.

Alcohol begins to affect a person’s abilitiesA. almost the moment it enters the body.B. once it reaches the small intestine.C. after it is digested.D. once it reaches the stomach.

When people drink alcoholic beverages theirA. judgment and coordination are not affected.B. coordination is affected before their judgment.C. coordination and judgment are affected at the same time.D. judgment is affected before their coordination.

A person’s inhibitions areA. restrictions imposed by laws.B. behaviors of the highly intelligent.C. inner forces of personality.D. unrestrained emotional behavior.

If a large amount of alcohol is consumed over a short period of time,A. nothing abnormal occurs.B. you will need days to sleep it off.C. death can occur.D. you will become an alcoholic.

The most accurate way to determine a person’s level of intoxication is toA. watch the person drink for an hour and compare behavior before and after drinking.B. see if the person can pass a coordination test.C. look at the person’s eyes to see if they are glassy.D. determine the person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC).

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A. much less alcohol in beer.B. much less alcohol in wine.C. much more alcohol in the mixed drink.D. about the same amount of alcohol in each.

The only sure way to reduce the body’s BAC and the degree of impairment is toA. take a cold shower.B. wait the necessary time the body needs to eliminate the alcohol.C. handle a sudden emergency.D. consume several cups of black coffee.

What effect might a cold medicine have on a driver?A. drowsiness and poor judgment.B. no noticeable effect.C. a clearer head for driving.D. similar to taking a stimulant.

Depressants can make a personA. alert and wide awake.B. more aware.C. jittery and hyperactive.D. depressed and sleepy.

Alcohol is a (an)A. stimulant, not a depressant.B. hallucinogen.C. inhibitor, not a relaxant.D. depressant, not a stimulant.

The danger of a driver using amphetamines on a long trip isA. they create a false sense of alertness.B. the drowsiness they cause at first.C. their depressant effect on the central nervous system.D. an immediate physical and mental let down.

Prescription drugs taken in combination with alcoholic beveragesA. will tend to have their effects cancelled by the effect of alcohol.B. will cause trouble only if a person drinks excessively.C. can be very dangerous.D. can cause trouble unless a licensed physician prescribed the drug.

Implied consent means a driverA. obtains an instruction permit to drive.B. drives if drinking is moderate.C. agrees to be tested for blood-alcohol concentration.D. obtains a driver’s license.

A person must have a BAC of at least 0.08 percent in many states to be charged withA. driving while drinking.B. driving under the influence (DUI).C. driving in the possession of alcohol.D. A $1,000 fine.

What law requires a driver to automatically give consent to be tested for BAC if arrested on suspicion of DUI?A. alcohol-approval law.

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B. legal-alcohol-limit law.C. drinking-consent law.D. implied-consent law.

What do police measure to determine a person’s level of intoxication?A. power of coordination.B. blood-pressure level.C. power of concentration.D. blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) in the blood.

When law enforcement officers in many states suspect a driver is DUI, they can give a series of on-the-spot, roadside checks known as a

A. breathalyzer.B. field sobriety test.C. blood screening.D. intoxilizer test.

Topic 34. Alcohol and Drugs’ Effect on the Driving Task. The student describes the effects (legally drunk and impaired) of alcohol and drugs on driver perception, vision, reaction time, and risk-taking; the increased probability of being involved in all crashes - especially a fatal traffic crash; and the physiological and psychological effects of other drugs on the driving task.

Alcohol affects the driving task byA. taking longer to react to a hazard.B. creating impairment at 0.02 BAC.C. making it more difficult for the eyes to recover from glare.D. All the above.

Low doses of alcohol affect the driver’s field of vision.____ True____ False

A drunk driver may drive below the speed limit and forget how to stop.____ True____ False

If a driver is able to stay within their lane, it is proof they are not driving drunk.____ True____ False

Topic 35. Saying “No” to Alcohol and Other Drugs. The student recognizes why it is wise not to use alcohol or other drugs, especially while operating a motor vehicle, and the consequences of unlawful consumption. The student knows how to develop a plan to intervene when someone is drinking and intends to drive. The student recognizes and responds to peer pressure to use alcohol and other drugs by knowing that saying, “No!” is a reduced risk choice.

People confronted with negative peer pressure often find it difficult toA. understand the consequences of decisions.B. identify the negative side effects.C. make decisions affecting only you.D. say no without the fear of hurting others.

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Peer pressure is a process in which young people help other young peopleA. understand the effects of drugs.B. become group leaders.C. learn how to be better listeners.D. make decisions and determine goals.

Topic 36. Alcohol Involved Crashes and Montana Laws. The student discusses the scope of the alcohol/traffic safety problem; recognizes that alcohol is the most commonly used drug; and evaluates facts about teenage drinking and driving. The student understands the involvement of alcohol-related crashes; investigates why people drink or use other drugs and drive; and recognizes the effect alcohol-related crashes have on families and communities. The student explores basic elements of Montana laws pertaining to the use of alcohol and other drugs and improper use of a driver license to obtain alcohol, specifically as they apply to minors and adults.

Traffic accidents involving drinking historically have been and continue to be a major problem in Montana.____ True____ False

Alcohol related crashesA. are deadlier and more serious than other types of crashes.B. cost the public less than aggressive driver crashes.C. are almost 25 percent of fatal crashesD. Both A and C are correct.

Alcohol is the number one drug problem of youths.____ True____ False

In Montana laws a driver may be charged with a DUI if the blood alcohol concentration is 0.04 percent but less than 0.08 percent.

____ True____ False

A driver under age 21 with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02 or greater willA. be fined $50.B. lose their license for 60 days.C. be fined $100 - $500 and lose their license for 90 days.D. be verbally warned and released.

If a driver refuses to submit to an alcohol screening testA. they will get jail time.B. the first time, they will get an automatic six month license suspension.C. they are violating Montana law.D. Both B and C are correct.

Topic 37. Preventing Drowsy Driving. The student examines the effect of fatigue on the physical and mental condition of drivers; describes behaviors indicating driver fatigue; explores the hazards associated with driving while fatigued; and explains methods to delay or avoid driving while fatigued and drowsy.

Going without sleep for 18 hours or more is equal to a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent.

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____ True____ False

A characteristic of drowsy driving is whenA. there is no indication of braking to avoid a crash.B. drivers run into the back of other vehicles.C. the crash is less serious.D. Both A and B are correct.

When you see a driver drifting in the lane, tailgating or hitting a rumble strip, it is a warning that the driver may be

A. dealing with road rage.B. driving drowsy.C. unable to drive.D. drunk or driving drowsy.

Even if you get nine hours of sleep every night, you can still be sleep-deprived and be a drowsy driver.A. TrueB. False

Topic 38. Effects of Emotions and Disabilities. The student explores how the senses are used while driving. The student develops an understanding of how emotions affect the driving task and ways to manage emotional situations while driving. The student develops an understanding of how temporary and permanent disabilities may affect the driving task and ways to compensate while driving.

A strong negative emotion is more dangerous than driving with a strong positive emotion.____ True____ False

An example of a temporary disability while driving is having a cold.____ True____ False

To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning while drivingA. keep the rear window open.B. be aware of the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.C. get plenty of sleep.D. use a higher octane fuel.

Drivers affect their ability to see while driving when theyA. eat.B. talk on a cell phone.C. read a map.D. All of the above.

Topic 39. Preventing Aggressive Driving. The student describes aggressive behaviors and how driver errors lead to aggressive driving behaviors by the driver and other drivers that can escalate to road rage; evaluates individual anxieties that can lead to aggressive driving; recognizes strategies drivers can adopt to reduce conflict; and describes how to apply anger management techniques to prevent aggressive driving that can lead to road rage.

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You are driving in the right lane of a multiple lane roadway and need to make a left turn within the next two blocks. You signal but the driver behind you quickly makes a lane change and blocks the lane and shakes his fist at you. What reduced risk action should you take?

A. Recognize the other driver’s aggression and wait until the lane opens, even if it means you have to turn around and go back to your planned turn.

B. Don’t look at the other driver.C. Don’t engage the driver.D. All the above are correct.

In your rearview mirror you see a driver approaching who is speeding and weaving in and out of traffic. Which of the three types of drivers is this driver’s behavior?

A. Quiet road rageB. Verbal road rageC. Road rageD. Both A and C are correct.

You are a passenger in a vehicle when the driver starts honking his horn and yelling at the slow moving vehicle ahead. You are witnessing a driver who is unable to contain his frustration. The driver

A. is probably not feeling well.B. is on his way to road rage.C. believes his driving is not part of the problem.D. Both B and C are correct.

Out of control anger is not a learned behavior.____ True____ False

You are a responsible driver who wants to avoid inciting road rage in others. You should A. tap your horn no more than two times.B. drive in the right lane as much as possible.C. allow others to pass you.D. not let others see you using a cell phone.

Before reacting to another driver’s mistake, ask yourself if you have ever made that same mistake.____ True____ False

Topic 40. Driver Licensing. The student recognizes driver education and training as the foundation for assisting the student and parent/supervising driver to continue the life-long learning process of reduced risk driving. The student understands the requirements for complying with the Graduated Driver Licensing Concept and how to get and keep a driver’s license.

The following documents must be submitted when applying for a Montana driver license to show proof of Montana residency.

A. A certified copy of school records where you attend.B. A cancelled letter mailed to the parents.C. A written statement from parents/guardians that the applicant lives at that address.D. Both A and C are correct.

The original or certified copy of your birth certificate and social security card must be shown when applying for a driver’s license.

____ True

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____ False

If you have successfully completed driver education, you do not need to be accompanied by any one when applying for a license.

____ True____ False

A Learner Permit is valid from the day of purchaseA. until driver education is completed.B. and 12 months.C. and six months.D. and three months.

The type of license a teen driver can apply for after completing driver education is aA. Class A.B. Class B.C. Class C.D. Class D.

If a driver license is cancelled, a driver may not apply for a license again.____ True____ False

A teen driver’s license must be renewed when they A. are 18 years old.B. are 21 years old.C. are charged with a speeding violation.D. move to a new address.

The Graduated Driver Licensing law (GDL) goes into effectA. when I turn age 18.B. on June 1, 2006C. on July 1, 2006.D. on January 1, 2007.

The Graduated Driver Licensing law requiresA. 50 hours of driving experience, 10 of which were at nightB. supervision by a parent, a legal guardian, or a person at least 18 years of age holding a valid driver’s licenseC. each occupant of the motor vehicle must wear a properly adjusted and fastened seat belt, or be properly restrained

in a child safety restraint.D. All the above are true.

During the Graduated Driver Licensing law first six months of the one-year restriction period, a teen may not driveA. with more than three friends as passengers under the age of 18.B. with more than three people in the front seat.C. with more than one passenger under age 18 unless they are a family member.D. during hours of darkness.

During Graduated Driver Licensing law, a teen may not drive after 11pm unless it is for a school-sponsored function.____ True____ False

The Graduated Driver Licensing law will require at least 20 to 60 hours of community service for violating the restricted license requirements.

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____ False

If the teen driver is convicted of violating the restricted license requirement, they may get a probationary license to drive to and from work.

____ True____ False

PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS

Topic 41. Insurance Requirements. The student knows Montana motor vehicle insurance requirements; understands the conditions of insurance coverage; and demonstrates responsibility for immediate and long-term obligations of owning and driving an automobile.

Montana law requiresA. mandatory collision insurance.B. a minimum of $40,000 insurance for each owned vehicle.C. teen drivers to carry a separate insurance policy.D. mandatory liability insurance.

The vehicle registration is required to be in the vehicle when driving.____ True____ False

A teen driver is not required to be included on the family vehicle insurance policy until they reach 18 years old.

____ True____ False

Topic 42. Purchasing a Vehicle. The student analyzes data and utilizes critical thinking and problem solving skills to purchase a new or used automobile; registration and titling process; and recognizes the value of being a financially responsible driver.

When purchasing a vehicle for the first timeA. consider what you will use the vehicle for.B. it is best to finance the vehicle.C. it will cost more to insure an old car than a new car.D. purchase an older, less expensive car.

The fixed cost for owning a vehicle includesA. gas and repairs.B. replacing tires.C. insurance and loan payments.D. insurance, gas and oil.

Vehicle safety features to consider when purchasing a vehicle includeA. size and weight.B. load capacity.C. airbags and seat belts.D. All the above.

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Only SUVs are capable of rolling over.____ True____ False

Any vehicle is capable of rolling over.____ True____ False

Fuel efficiency is affected byA. high speeds.B. rapid acceleration and braking.C. the weight of the vehicle.D. All of the above.

Montana does not have a “Lemon Law.”____ True____ False

A used vehicle’s title and registration is obtained fromA. the Motor Vehicles Department.B. law enforcement.C. the previous owner.D. your insurance agent.

Topic 43. Maintaining a Vehicle. The student assesses vehicle operation and malfunctions to eliminate or prevent malfunctions by securing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance or repairs.

The vehicle fluid that does not need checking is theA. oil.B. brake.C. transmission.D. They all need checking.

Underinflated tires willA. improve mileage.B. decrease fuel economy.C. not affect fuel economy.D. make more noise in the passenger compartment.

When getting gas, use the filling time toA. see if the vehicle is clean.B. clean your windshield.C. clean your headlights.D. clean headlights, windows, taillights.

It is unnecessary to rotate new car tires for at least one year.____ True____ False

It is easy to see a tire with low air pressure when the tireA. is 20 percent under recommended pressure.B. is 40 percent under recommended pressure.C. is 50 to 70 percent under recommended pressure.

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D. wear bars show.

Topic 44. Planning a Trip. The student plans a trip; selects routes; predicts personal and vehicular needs; and calculates costs for an extended trip.

When planning an extended tripA. expect to drive at least 500 miles each day.B. plan to take a break from driving every six hours.C. you must know your vehicle’s miles per gallon.D. pack the car with weight distributed evenly.

When preparing for a long trip, start out with a half tank of gas so you can take advantage of cheaper gas prices.

____ True____ False

The index for most road maps helps you locate cities and towns byA. longitude and latitude.B. letters and numbers.C. colored areas.D. colored lines.

Which of the following should you not do in preparation for a long trip?A. pack emergency equipment.B. have maps and travel guides available.C. load the heaviest items in the back of your vehicle’s trunk/cargo area.D. make sure you have an extra set of keys with you.

You can determine the distance between towns on a map by using theA. index of towns and cities.B. numbers and letters on the map edges.C. mileage chart.D. legend.

Before leaving for an extended trip, check all the tires byA. giving a visual inspection.B. thumping the tires.C. using a tire gauge.D. kicking the tires.

Topic 45. Conserving Resources. The student applies strategies to reduce litter on Montana roadways and understands the health and economic impacts of litter on themselves and their community; explores strategies to conserve fuel; recognizes procedures to recycle automobile fluids and parts; and how to make wise automobile selections to protect the environment by reducing pollution and conserving energy.

To manage the effects of vehicles on the environmentA. do not take long trips.B. drive often.C. put used oil in the sewer.D. use fuel-efficient driving methods.

Conserving fuel is important because burning fuelA. affects the environment.

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B. damages the engine.C. is dangerous in large amounts.D. is necessary only for long trips.

Driving in overdrive saves fuel and can be usedA. in all normal reverse driving.B. in all forward and reverse driving.C. in all normal forward driving.D. only in expressway driving.

One way of reducing exhaust emissions and cost per passenger miles isA. car pooling.B. faster driving.C. daytime driving.D. avoid highways and only drive on streets.

The environment has been helped in recent years by engines thatA. are less fuel efficient.B. require constant maintenance.C. produce increased amount of harmful exhaust gases.D. produce smaller amounts of harmful exhaust gases.

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