Chapter 1 Knowledge Check

Approximately what percent of crashes are caused by driver error?

• 33

• 50

• 67

• 90

Drivers should develop the habit of searching ___ seconds ahead along their intended path of travel for objects and conditions that could increase risk.

• 2 to 3

• 7 to 9

• 12 to 15

• 20 to 30

A teen driver's chance of crashing is higher when driving:

• Between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.

• A shared family vehicle

• Monday through Thursday

• To and from school

Approximately how long does it take a new driver to reach the driving ability of the average experienced driver?

• The length of a driver education course

• 6 months

• 1 year

• 5 years

Primary factors involved in teen crashes include:

• Failing to yield the right of way

• Driving too fast for road conditions

• Being distracted

• All of the above

Which is NOT a stage of licensing?

• Learner's Permit

• Provisional License

• Full License

• Driver Education

What steps should you take to reduce your risk on the road?

• Perceive, Decide, Act

• Predict, Assess, React

• Identify, Adjust, Communicate

• None of these

What is the purpose of the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL)?

• Ease new drivers into safe driving

• Create demand for driver education

• Control the amount of licenses issued

• Save state tax dollars

Which is NOT a benefit of supervised driving sessions.

• Give new drivers more opportunities to drive

• Help new drivers master new skills

• Allow new drivers to drive under different conditions

• Maximize risk for new drivers

Which is NOT a component of a systematic visual search?

• Search along your intended path for risky objects/conditions

• Be aware of the road surface

• Identify an alternate path ahead of time

• Predict the actions of others