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| To prevent rolling away when parking headed downhill, turn your front wheels ____ the curb or ______ the side of the road. Set the parking brake. |
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| When parking headed uphill, turn your front wheels ____ from the curb and let your vehicle roll back a few inches until the ____ of one front wheel gently touches the curb. Then set the parking brake. |
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| For either uphill or downhill parking, if there is no curb, turn the wheels ______ the side of the road so the car will roll away from the ______ of the road if the brakes fail. |
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| When you park on a sloping driveway, turn the wheels so that the car will not ____ into the street if the brakes fail. |
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This sign means the cross traffic has the right-of-way.
When encountering this sign, the driver must prepare to stop if necessary to let a driver on another approach proceed (but has no need to stop if their way is clear). A driver who stops has yielded their right of way to another. In contrast, a stop sign always requires a complete stop. |
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25 is the maximum speed limit around schools. |
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You should keep a __ second time gap between ordinary vehicles.
For motoscycles and large trucks you should keep a __ second time gap. |
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You should keep a 3 second time gap between ordinary vehicles.
For motoscycles and large trucks you should keep a 4 second time gap. |
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When in the situation of Hidroplaning, you should ______ your breaks and _____ the gas pedal. |
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When in the situation of Hidroplaning, you should NOT hold your breaks and EASE OFF the gas pedal.
Steer in the direction of the skid to retain control of the vehicle in this situation. |
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| When you are driving uphill, the force of gravity is working _______ you to slow you down and you may need to __________ or change to a _____ gear to maintain your speed. |
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against, accelerate, lower
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| When you drive downhill, gravity will cause you to go faster and ________ your stopping distance. You may need to shift to a _____ gear or smoothly apply your ______ to slow to a safe speed and control your vehicle. |
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increase, lower, breaks
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In order to keep a vehicle in a turn without allowing centrifugal force to pull the car out, you should __________ before the curve, brake gently and gradually while turning, and _________ (manual transmission).
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decelerate, downshift
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Friction is:
- _________ by the weight of your vehicle
- _________ if your tires are over-inflated or are worn smooth
- _________ if your tires are under-inflated
- ________ by the material used to construct the road
- ________ by road surface conditions (including factors due to weather)
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increased, decreased, increased, affected, affected
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Skidding happens when the ________ of your brakes is stronger than that between your tires and the road, causing you to lose traction. The kinetic energy of your vehicle cannot be converted into friction in your brakes when your brakes are locked as they are in a ______-_____ skid.
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friction, locked-wheel
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| The kinetic energy of your moving vehicle determines your ability to stop the car. Your stopping distance will ________ with increase of your kinetic energy. |
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In a crash:
- The kinetic energy of your vehicle and body must be __________.
- The forces needed to dissipate this energy are ______ if the time period over which your vehicle moves during the crash is longer.
- If the car suddenly stops, the forces will be very ____.
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dissipated, lower, high
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If there is no sign which prohibits it, you may turn _____ at a red light.
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| If there are no signs prohibiting it, you may turn ____ on a red light if you are both turning from and turning into a one way street, after you yield the right-of-way to pedestrians within the adjacent crosswalk and traffic using the intersection. |
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| To prevent ________, regardless of whether you have the right-of-way, you must not enter an intersection unless traffic conditions will allow you to exit it before the light changes to red. |
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| A ________ ______ light is a warning to slow down and be especially alert. You do not necessarily have to stop, but you should check traffic both ways at the intersection before proceeding through. |
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Yellow lines parallel to the roadway mark the ______ of a roadway on which there is two-way traffic.
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| If there is a single ______ line dividing lanes of traffic, and the line is ______, you may pass over this to pass other vehicles, and to make left turns into other streets, driveways, and alleys if it can be done safely. |
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| If there is a single solid yellow line dividing lanes of traffic, you may not drive over this line to ____ _____ ________, although you may cross over to make a left turn at an intersection, to enter or exit a road or a driveway, or to make a U-turn. |
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pass other vehicles
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| If there are two yellow lines dividing lanes of traffic, and the line closest to your lane is ______, you may cross over it to pass vehicles ahead, if it is safe to do so. However, if the line closest to your lane is _____, you may not cross over it except to turn left into a driveway or alley. |
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| If there are ___ _____ yellow lines dividing lanes of traffic, you may not cross over them to pass another vehicle. You should never drive to the left of these lines, although you may cross over to make a left turn at an intersection, to enter or exit a road or a driveway, or to make a U-turn. |
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If the road has only ___ lanes, ___ in either direction, a slow-moving vehicle must pull into a turnout lane if five or more vehicles are trailing. If there are ____ lanes, ___ in either direction, drive on the rightmost lane. Use the left lane for passing only.
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two, one, four, two
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| Two sets of solid ______ yellow lines that are ___ or more feet apart represent a wall or center divider. You may not drive on or over these lines for any reason. You may only make a U turn or left turn on a street divided with these lines at an opening provided for turns. |
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A center traffic lane enclosed by double yellow lines on each side with the inner lines broken, called a ______ ____ turn lane, may be used to start and complete left hand turns and start U-turns from either direction of traffic, but cannot be used for passing. You may only drive in this lane for a distance up to ___ feet, to help prevent drivers from using this lane as a regular traffic lane or as a passing lane. |
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center left, 200
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When turning left from a side street or driveway, you have the option to use this lane before completing your turn.
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If a single ______ _____ line divides lanes of traffic, you may cross over the line to enter the lane next to you.
If the lane you are driving in has a _______ broken line, then the lane you are in is for exiting the roadway, merging into other lanes, or is ending. The broken line will soon become a single solid line or a set of double solid lines which cannot be crossed.
A single or double _____ line dividing traffic lanes going in the same direction cannot be crossed for any reason. |
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broken white, thicker, solid
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A painted curb means that you must follow special rules to park there. The colors on curbs mean:
White: You may stop only long enough to pick up or drop off __________ or ____.
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Green: You may park for a _______ ____. The time is usually shown on a sign next to the green zone, or painted on the curb.
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Yellow: You may stop here only long enough to load or unload ______ or ______—no longer than the local law allows. Drivers of noncommercial vehicles are usually required to stay with their vehicle.
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Red: No _______.
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Blue: This indicates parking for the ________ only.
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| passengers, mail, limited time, things, people, parking, disabled |
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Upcoming road obstructions may be marked by __________ white or yellow lines painted on the pavements. These lines define an area, within defined boundaries, over which vehicular traffic should not travel.
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| When you come upon a school bus stopped on either side of the road with flashing lights, you must ____. School children will be crowding the road to or from the school bus. Remain stopped as long as the ___ ______ are flashing. Treat school bus stops as school zones; drive __ M.P.H. or less if children are present. |
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stop, red lights, 25
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The speed limit is 15 mph in the following areas:
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When going over a ________ ______, if during the last 100 feet of the approach to the crossing you do not have a clear and unobstructed view of the crossing for a distance of 400 feet in both directions.
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When going over any intersection of _______ that is not protected by a stop sign, yield sign, or official traffic signal, and during the last 100 feet of approaching the intersection you do not have a clear view of the intersection or any possible traffic in the intersection.
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railroad tracks, highway, alley
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The speed limit is 25 mph in the following areas:
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Any ________ or _________ district unless a different speed determined by local authority is posted.
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When approaching or passing a _____ building or grounds contiguous to a highway and posted with a standard warning sign, especially while children are about and the building is not surrounded by a fence.
- When passing a ______ ______ contiguous to a street other than a state highway and posted with a standard warning sign.
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business, residence, school, senior center
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The speed limit is 35 mph in the following areas:
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- Any area with that speed limit posted
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highway, residential
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When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, the driver of the vehicle on the ____ must yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on his or her immediate _____, except that the driver of any vehicle on a terminating highway must yield the right-of-way to any vehicle on the intersecting continuing highway.
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When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time and the intersection is controlled from all directions by stop signs, the driver of the vehicle on the ____ must yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on his or her immediate _____.
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The driver of any vehicle approaching an intersection which has official traffic control signals that are ___________ must stop at the intersection and proceed with caution when it is safe to do so.
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When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, and the official traffic control signals for the intersection are inoperative, the driver of the vehicle on the ____ shall yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on his or her immediate _____, except that the driver of any vehicle on a terminating highway shall yield the right-of-way to any vehicle on the intersecting continuing highway.
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____ ____: hand and arm extended horizontally beyond the side of the vehicle.
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_____ ____: hand and arm extended upward beyond the side of the vehicle, except that a bicyclist may extend the right hand and arm horizontally to the right side of the bicycle.
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____ or sudden ________ of speed: hand and arm extended downward beyond the side of the vehicle.
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| Left turn, right turn, stop, decrease |
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If you are attempting to overtake another vehicle proceeding in the same direction, you must pass to the ____ at a safe distance without interfering with the safe operation of the overtaken vehicle.
You may overtake and pass to the_____ of another vehicle only under the following conditions:
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Anywhere with unobstructed pavement wide enough for two or more lines of moving vehicles in the direction of travel
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Right Turns:
When making a right hand turn, you should get as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway except:
- On a highway having _____ marked lanes for traffic moving in one direction that terminates at an intersecting highway accommodating traffic in both directions. If you are driving in the middle lane, you may turn right into any lane lawfully available to traffic moving in that direction on the roadway being entered.
- If a right-hand turn is made from a ___-___ highway at an intersection, you must complete the turn in any lane lawfully available to traffic moving in that direction upon the roadway being entered.
- On a highway with an additional lane or lanes marked for a right turn, you may turn right from any lane designated and marked for that turning movement.
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In a _________ district, you may only make a U-turn at an intersection or on a divided highway where an opening has been provided. You must turn as close as possible to the extreme left-hand edge of the lanes moving in the driver's direction of travel immediately prior to the initiation of the turning movement, when more than one lane in the direction of travel is present. In a ___________ district, you may not make a U-turn when any other vehicle is approaching from either direction within 200 feet, unless you are at a controlled intersection.
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If you are involved in an accident resulting in injury or death, you must give your _____ and current _______ and those of any occupants in your vehicle or in the other vehicle injured in the accident and the _________ number of the vehicle you are driving.
You must give the information to any police officer at the scene of the accident. You must also render to any person injured in the accident __________.
If you are involved in an accident where an individual dies, and there is no traffic or police officer at the scene of the accident, you must immediately report the accident to the nearest office or police authority.
If you are involved in an accident resulting in injuries or death, you must report the accident within 24 hours to the __________ _______ ______ or the police department of the city in which the accident occurred. |
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name, address, registration, assistance, California Highway Patrol
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It is illegal for adults to operate any recreational vessel with a BAC of 0.0_% or more or a commercial vessel with a BAC of 0.0_% or more. You may lose your driver's license for this type of violation.
It is illegal for minors to operate any recreational vessel, aquaplane, water skis, or similar device with a BAC of 0.0_% or more. You will be subject to a fine and may be required to participate in an alcohol education or community service program.
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If you have a blowout or lose a wheel while driving, you should:
- Hold the ________ _____ tightly and steer straight _____
- ____ ____ gradually, taking your foot off the gas pedal slowly but without applying the brakes
- Slow to a stop off the road, applying the ______ only when the car is almost stopped. Turn on your emergency flashers.
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steering wheel, ahead, slow down, brakes
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If your brakes suddenly give out while driving, you should:
- ________ to a lower gear or range (automatic transmissions) to slow your vehicle
- Pump the brake pedal ____ and ____ to build up brake fluid pressure -- you will know in three to four pumps if the brakes will work -- do not pump antilock brakes
- Use your parking or emergency _____ to gently slow your vehicle, but release it before the vehicle starts to skid
- Steer and swerve to avoid a collision or steer into something soft like bushes
- Sound your horn and flash your lights to alert other drivers
- When you are stopped, turn off the ________ and turn on your emergency flashers.
If your brakes get wet and do not work (like when you go through a big puddle), dry them by lightly pressing the ___ _____ and _____ _____ at the same time so that the vehicle drives against the pressure of the brakes. Do this only until the brakes begin working.
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downshift, fast, hard, brake, ignition, gas pedal, brake pedal
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If both of your headlights go out while driving at night, you should:
- Wiggle the ______ switch, which will often put the lights back on
- Wiggle the _________ switch a few times
- If the lights do not come on, put on your parking lights, turn indicators, or emergency flashers to warn other drivers
- Pull off the road as quickly as possible and leave the emergency flashers on
Check your _______ _________ to see if they are loose or checking your _____ to see if one or more is blown.
Don't drive at night with only your parking lights working or with no lights working. It is extremely dangerous, even for short periods. Don't use your high-beams alone if your low beams aren't working, because you will not be able to dim them for other vehicles on the roadway.
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dimmer, headlight, battery terminals, fuses
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Steering failure caused by leaking power steering fluid is a common problem. You should:
- Turn the steering wheel ____, with both hands on the wheel, to get to the side of the road.
- ____ the car. You may have to push the brake pedal hard if your car has power brakes.
- _______ the engine and proceed with caution.
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hard, stop, restart
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Vibrations, unusual noises from your wheels, and pulling or swerving when you stop or turn all indicate problems in your suspension system or steering system.
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Skids are caused by four different behaviors:
- ____-_______: locking up your wheels
- ____-_______: causing your car's back end to spin around and lose traction
- ____-____________: supplying too much power to the drive wheels causes them to spin
- Driving too ____ for road conditions: causes a need to over-brake and over-steer
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An ____________ skid occurs when your drive wheels lose traction with the road while accelerating.These skids usually occur on ice or snow, but also on asphalt, sand, dirt, or wet pavement. To recover, you should not apply ______ but ease off the gas pedal. If the road is very slippery, you may need to push the clutch in. Otherwise, the engine can keep the wheels from rolling freely and help regain traction.
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A ______-_____ skid occurs when your brakes have stopped your wheels from turning but the vehicle is still moving. These skids are frequently caused by applying the ______ too heavily when on slippery roads or to avoid an accident. To recover, you should first release a slight amount of brake pressure until the wheels starts rolling and then progressively reapply more pressure while avoiding another lock up. Next, quickly __________ the front wheels as the vehicle starts to straighten, and then slow the vehicle gradually with your brakes while avoiding locking the wheels again.
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| locked-wheel, brakes, straighten |
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If you lose traction while going around a corner, you should take your foot off the ___ _____, without braking, and turn your front wheels in the direction of the ____ until you regain control. Avoid _______-________ by realigning your front wheels with the rear when they come around.
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| gas pedal, skid, counter-steering |
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General points to remember for recovering from skids are:
- Do not _____
- Keep your eyes pointed in the direction you want to go and you will automatically steer there
- Keep front tires aligned with ________ path
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| To avoiding skids, ________ apply your brakes and accelerator, and turn slowly and smoothly. ______ your speed before approaching turns and when driving in hazardous conditions such as wet, icy, or snow-covered roads, or on roads with loose gravel. |
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| To stop quickly, use _________ _______. Apply firm, steady pressure. If the car skids, let up on the brake pedal until the wheels begin to roll again. Now increase the pressure on the brake, using firm, steady pressure. Repeat this process until the vehicle stops. |
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If you are making a left turn from a one-way or two-way street into a one-way street, you must start your turn in the ___ ____ lane and you may complete the turn in ___ ____ lane. |
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If you are making a right turn from one-way or two-way street into a one-way street you must start your turn in the ___ _____ lane. You may complete the turn in any ______ ____ lane.
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far right, safely open
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| When turning right from a one-way street that ends in an intersection that has ___-___ traffic, the turn can be completed in any lane moving in the appropriate direction for the turn. If there are three lanes moving in the same direction ending at an intersection with traffic moving in both directions, a left turn can be made from the ______ lane. |
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| The best remedy when wheels are stuck in snow, mud, or a soft shoulder is to apply _____ slowly. Keep your front wheels pointed straight _____ so the vehicle can move in a straight line. If you can’t go forward, try backing out, steering in the vehicle’s tracks. |
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To recover when you are stuck in mud or snow, you need to know how to rock out.
* Shift to a _____ gear and keep the front wheels ________
* Gently step on the ___ pedal
* Avoid ________ the wheels while driving forward as far as possible
* Shift to _______ and slowly back up as far as possible again without spinning the wheels
* Shift to low gear again and drive forward
* Repeat this forward-backward rocking motion until the car rolls free.
In deep mud or snow, put boards or tree branches under the tires to provide traction. Never do this while wheels are spinning. |
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lower, straight, gas, spinning, reverse
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If your gas pedal is stuck down, you should:
- Shift to _______
- Apply _____
- keep your eyes on the road to look for a way out
- Warn other drivers by blinking and flashing your _________ lights
- Try to drive the car safely off the road
- Turn off your _________ when you no longer need to change direction and are stopped
- Turn on your emergency flashers
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neutral, brakes, emergency, ignition
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Turning the ignition switch completely off while moving is never the correct response to an emergency situation. It may lock the steering wheel and you will be unable to steer the vehicle. Never turn your ignition off while your vehicle is still moving, no matter what sort of emergency situation you are experiencing. |
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If you have a tire blowout or lose a wheel while driving, you should:
- Hold the steering wheel _______ and steer straight ahead
- ____ ____ gradually, taking your foot off the gas pedal slowly but without applying the brakes
- Slow to a stop off the road, applying the brakes only when the car is almost _______
- Turn on your emergency flashers
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tightly, slow down, stopped
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If your brakes suddenly give out while driving, you should:
- ________ to help slow your vehicle
- ____ the brake pedal fast and hard to build up brake fluid pressure unless you have antilock brakes
- Use your parking or emergency brake to gently slow your vehicle, but release it before the vehicle starts to ____
- _____ away from anything that could cause a collision or into something soft like bushes
- Sound your horn and flash your lights to alert other drivers
- When you are stopped, turn off the ignition and turn on your emergency flashers
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downshift, pump, skid, steer
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If your brakes get wet and do not work (like when you go through a big puddle), dry them by lightly pressing the gas pedal and brake pedal at the same time so that the vehicle drives against the pressure of the brakes. Do this only until the brakes begin working. |
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If your vehicle's engine is running hot, you should:
- Turn off the air conditioner
- If you are in stop and go traffic change your route so that you can get air moving over the ________
- Pull to the side of the road if you see _____
- Shut off the engine, turn on your emergency flashers, open the hood, and wait __ minutes before inspecting the radiator
- After 20 minutes, refill the radiator by pouring water or coolant into the overflow tank, and with the hood still up, inspect for leaks and call a tow truck if you cannot fix them.
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| If the power steering fails, turn the steering wheel ____, with both hands on the wheel, to get to the ____ of the road. Stop the car. You may have to push the brake pedal hard if your car has power brakes. Restart the engine and proceed with caution. |
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If your hood suddenly flies up while you are driving, you should:
- Slow down
- Try to look between the small space between your __________ and the hood to see where you are going; if you cannot, put your head out the _______ to look around the hood and use the lane line markings as a guide
- Pull off the road as soon as is safely possible and put on your emergency flashers
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If your engine fails:
- Turn on your _________ flashers immediately
- ____ ____ as quickly and safely as possible, realizing that the steering wheel may take more force to turn because the power steering won't work
- ____ your vehicle, realizing that you may need more force on the brakes because power brakes will not work
- Try to restart the engine. If the engine won't start, call for help. Do not try to restart your engine while you are still moving.
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