Driving Preparation and Safety Steps

Jacqueline guides new drivers through essential steps to transition from having a permit to driving confidently. The video covers adjusting the seat and steering wheel for comfort and safety, ensuring proper mirror alignment for optimal visibility, and practicing checking blind spots. It emphasizes the importance of seatbelt use and introduces techniques for smooth steering and comprehensive traffic scanning. These preparatory steps aim to enhance comfort and safety on the road.

What is the first step in preparing to drive after getting your permit?

• Start the car immediately

• Adjust the mirrors

• Prepare inside the car while parked

• Check the tire pressure

Why is it important to adjust your seat before driving?

• To make the car look stylish

• To make sure the seat is warm

• To ensure you can reach the pedals comfortably

• To match the seat color with your outfit

What should you adjust to ensure your hands rest comfortably at nine and three on the steering wheel?

• The rearview mirror

• The seat height

• The steering wheel

• The car's radio

What is the purpose of adjusting your mirrors before driving?

• To check your hairstyle

• To make the car look symmetrical

• To improve visibility of the area behind you

• To see the sky better

What is a blind spot?

• A type of car insurance

• A place where you park your car

• An area you cannot see in your mirrors

• A spot on the road with no traffic

What should you do before making a lane change?

• Open the windows

• Check mirrors and blind spots

• Check your phone

• Turn on the radio

What sequence should you follow when preparing for a lane change?

• Road, signal, mirror, blind spot

• Signal, mirror, blind spot, road

• Mirror, signal, road, blind spot

• Blind spot, mirror, signal, road

How should you practice using the steering wheel before driving?

• By spinning it as fast as possible

• By turning it randomly

• By adjusting the seat

• By understanding how it moves

What is important to keep in mind while scanning traffic?

• Ignore the side mirrors

• Only focus on the road ahead

• Stay aware of everything right and left

• Only look at the rearview mirror

What should you do to ensure safety before pulling away from the curb?

• Open the windows

• Turn on the radio

• Check your phone

• Ensure all adjustments are made and scan traffic