Officer Flanagan is responding to a call. While in route, he suddenly sees a large pothole right in front of him and knows he can't avoid it. How should he drive over this hazard?

strike it at a slight angle with free rolling tires

Which of the following statements is correct regarding weight transfer and distribution? as a vehicle accelerates, weight transfers to the rear tires, as a vehicle brakes, weight transfers away from the direction the vehicle is traveling, when a vehicle accelerates, weight transfers in the direction the vehicle is traveling, when a vehicle brakes, weight transfers from side to side

as a vehicle accelerates, weight transfers to the rear tires

Which of the following describes an increasing radius? a turn that gets wider during the turn, a turn that gets tighter during the turn, a turn that remains the same throughout, a turn that varies during the turn

a turn that gets wider during the turn

Identify the correct statement in reference to shuffle steering: Driving in reverse does not involve shuffle steering, Driving in reverse always involves shuffle steering, Shuffle steering is used most effectively when stopping a vehicle, Shuffle steering is used most effectively when driving in a straight line.

Driving in reverse does not involve shuffle steering

Which of the following correctly describes the caster effect? Options: the caster effect is the tendency for a vehicle traveling forward to straighten from a turn when the driver releases the steering wheel, the caster effect is the tendency for a vehicle traveling in reverse to straighten from a turn when the driver releases the steering wheel, the caster effect is looking in the desired direction of travel to avoid an obstacle and to avoid steering in the direction of the obstacle, the caster effect is looking in the direction an obstacle and steering in the direction of the obstacle

the caster effect is the tendency for a vehicle traveling forward to straighten from a turn when the driver releases the steering wheel

Identify the correct statement on the proper technique for accelerating a vehicle.

rest the ball of the right foot squarely on the accelerator pedal

When effectively backing up a law enforcement vehicle, which of the following is a correct step he should perform? Back the vehicle while steering, using the left hand and a smooth motion, When backing up, press down on the accelerator and back up quickly, Turn the upper body to the left, placing the left arm on the top of the upper portion of the passenger seat, Mirrors can not assist you when driving in reverse

Back the vehicle while steering, using the left hand and a smooth motion

Which of the following is a correct statement about vehicle backing? The rear brakes, which handle a great amount of weight transfer while driving in reverse, are not as efficient as the front brakes The front brakes, which handle a great amount of weight transfer while driving in reverse, are not as efficient as the rear brakes In reverse, drive quickly to compensate for a decrease in weight transfer and an increase in your field of vision The ability to stop when backing is significantly increased

The rear brakes, which handle a great amount of weight transfer while driving in reverse, are not as efficient as the front brakes

Which of the following is a factor that influences driving performance at night? - lack of light increases the time required to initially observe a hazard - peripheral vision increases at night due to less light - the ability to judge distance remains the same whether driving during the day or night - the ability to judge the speed of oncoming traffic increases at night

lack of light increases the time required to initially observe a hazard

What is the most common night driving error? A. over-driving the distance the vehicle’s headlights project, B. driving with low beams, C. driving while texting, D. driving while talking on the phone

over-driving the distance the vehicle’s headlights project

Which of the following is a correct technique you can use to improve your vision while driving at night, and react properly to oncoming vehicular traffic? look off to the shoulder of the roadway to protect night vision while using the white line at the edge of the road for guidance, increase speed and do not look directly at the headlights of oncoming vehicles, use high beams for oncoming traffic to reduce glare and protect your night vision, use high beams while driving in fog or smoke during the day or at night, which limits the amount of glare reflected back at the driver

look off to the shoulder of the roadway to protect night vision while using the white line at the edge of the road for guidance

Which of the following is a correct statement about decisions you make about the use of sirens and lights when responding in emergency mode? base the use of lights on the response to the call, base the use of lights on your concern about causing inconvenience to other drivers on the road, always use your siren because it is a protective shield, base the use of your siren on your concern about waking people during the night

base the use of lights on the response to the call

Deputy Remington is responding to a call for assistance and has encountered a road hazard. Two of his tires have rolled from a paved surface onto an unpaved surface. How should he react?

decelerate and steer as straight as the distance allows

Deputy Remington is responding to a call for assistance in emergency mode. How can he make his vehicle more visible to the vehicles he is following, as well as those approaching from the opposite direction?

by offsetting his vehicle to the left of the available roadway but within his lane

What were the findings of City of Pinellas Park v. Brown, 604 So.2d 1222 (Fla.1992) in reference to a vehicle pursuit approaching a school zone?

that law enforcement has a duty to protect the public when choosing to continue a pursuit

What U.S. Supreme Court case addressed the issue of deadly force in a police pursuit?

City of Winter Park v. Brown, 604 So.2d 1222 (Fla.1990)

What critical issue was brought up in Brower v. County of Inyo, in regards to the setting up of a roadblock?

It must be positioned so the violator has sufficient time to stop.

Officer Dixon was driving his assigned vehicle while on the night shift and inadvertently hit a traffic cone in a construction site. Which of the following techniques may improve vision at night? using low beams while driving in fog or smoke, using high beams while driving to protect the night vision of other drivers, turn on your interior lights to reduce glare, look directly at the headlights of oncoming vehicles to protect your night vision

using low beams while driving in fog or smoke

Where is weight distributed in a vehicle?

only where the tires contact the surface

Select the correct statement regarding an officer’s pursuit considerations.

Your decision to initiate a pursuit depends on your knowledge of agency policies and Florida Statutes.

During the interior vehicle inspection, it is important to check under the back seat. What is the most important reason you are doing this?

to locate any contraband a suspect may have hidden there

Which of the following would be an appropriate location for a roadblock? Options: in areas that provide a clear view of the roadblock, in a curve, over the crest of a hill, in a bend in the road

in areas that provide a clear view of the roadblock

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Why is it essential that vehicles are inspected before and after every use?

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for personal safety

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Where on the vehicle can Deputy Hudson find the recommended PSI for the front right tire?

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on the doorjamb

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While Officer Hudson is patrolling her assigned area, what must she be prepared to do?

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react

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Officer Franklyn is storing his long gun in the trunk of his patrol vehicle. How should he position it?

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across the width of the rear cargo area

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What is the ability to see above, below, and to the sides known as?

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peripheral vision

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What type of braking system does Deputy Potter's vehicle have if she felt the brake pedal pulsing and was able to stop without skidding when a deer leaped onto the roadway?

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anti-lock braking system

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Which events or situations call for the six-second rule to be used when driving? Options: construction areas, driving at less than the speed limit, when road conditions are normal, school zones

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construction areas

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