Unit 3 Test Review

Which steering technique is correct when backing?

• Steer in the same direction you want to move the car

• Steer right on the wheel to make your car go left

• Steer in opposite direction you want the back of the car to go

• Turn your wheel twice as much

After starting the engine, but before shifting into drive you should:

• Shift from NEUTRAL to PARK

• Release the parking brake after shifting

• Keep your foot on the brake pedal

• Pump the accelerator several times

Before moving a car in reverse (R), safe drivers:

• Avoid use of the left foot on the brake pedal

• Straighten the front wheels to prevent side movement

• Shift into reverse (R) after the parking brake is released

• Check to see that the area behind the vehicle is clear

After you have stopped at the curb to park your car, the last of these things you should do is:

• Shift to park (P)

• Set parking brake

• Turn off radio and lights

• Remove key from ignition switch

What is one of the last things a driver should do just before entering the roadway from the curb?

• Check side view and rear view mirrors

• Release the parking brake

• Check the side mirror blind area

• Shift selector to Drive

What position should you place your hands on the wheel when driving?

• 9 and 3 o’clock

• 10 and 2 o’clock

• 12 o’clock

• 6 o’clock

Hand-to-hand steering is well suited for:

• Skid recovery

• Perpendicular parking

• Steering through curves

• Maneuvering in a space with limited sightlines

Which method of steering provides less chance of injury in a crash when a vehicle is equipped with an air bag?

• One handed steering

• Hand-over-hand steering

• Hand-to-hand steering

• Hand position at 10 and 2 o’clock

When backing straight, how should you position your body?

• Turn left and look through side rear window

• Turn right with right arm over back of seat

• Stay positioned forward and look in your rearview mirror

• Stay positioned forward and look in your side view mirrors

How should the driver grip the steering wheel?

• From the inside of the rim

• With the palms of the hands

• Very gentle

• From the outside of the rim