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Final Exam Study Guide for Drivers

Final Exam Review The following concepts will help you prepare for the final exam. The exam consists of 85 multiple choice questions and 1 essay question worth 15 points (15 total points - 12 points for content, 3 points for writing skills) Unit 1: Driving, Mobility, and Laws (Chapters 1, 2, & 3) * What are the three parts of the Highway Transportation system? * What is right of way? When should you yield the right of way? * What are the 8 shapes and colors used for traffic signs? * What is the meaning of the various signal lights used to regulate traffic? * Explain the meaning of all painted roadway markings? Unit 2: Basic Vehicle Control (Chapters 4, 5, & 6) * What are the functions of the instruments, controls, and devices of the automobile? * What are the inside and outside checks needed when preparing to drive a vehicle? * Explain the use of each gear. * What is the difference between active and passive restraints? Provide examples of each. * What are the procedures to safely put the car in motion? * Describe the procedures for steering straight ahead and the two methods for steering to turn. Unit 3: Foundations of Effective Driving Using IPDE, Smith System and Zone Control * Name the 3 major factors that can contribute to the degree of risk you encounter while driving. * What are the 4 steps of the IPDE process? * What are the 5 rules of the Smith System? * Describe an orderly visual search pattern. * Explain the structure of the Zone Control System. * Explain what is meant by an open and closed zone. Unit 4: Applying Effective Driving (Chapters 9 & 10) * What factors affect driving on residential streets? * What factors affect driving on urban and suburban streets? * What factors affect driving on multi-lane expressways? * What factors affect driving on rural roads? * Compare and contrast controlled and uncontrolled intersections. * Explain how to properly cross both controlled and uncontrolled railroad crossings. * List the different types of interchanges and explain how each one is used. Unit 5: Challenges to Vehicle Control (Chapters 12 & 13) * What three highway conditions require you to adjust speed? * List the three components of total stopping distance. * What natural laws can affect your ability to drive? * How does low-light and night-time affect driving? * Explain how to manage visibility, time, and space in rain and snow conditions. * Describe three weather-related conditions that can affect your driving. Unit 6: Environmental Challenges & Emergencies (Chapters 14 & 15) * List the different factors that can cause your vehicle to skid. * How does speed control help you avoid a collision? * What environmental factors outside the vehicle can cause risk? * How should you react to the following situations: engine, brake, and steering failure? * Explain how to safely handle a tire blowout or flat tire. * What are the steps involved if you are ever involved in a collision? Unit 7: Driving Readiness (Chapters 16, 17, & 18) * Describe how driver fatigue can affect your driving and how you can appropriately deal with it. * List several distractions that can negatively affect your driving ability. * Describe how to appropriately handle several types of distractions. * Explain how your emotions can negatively affect your driving ability. * Analyze how alcohol affects mental and physical abilities needed for driving. * Describe the effects of combining alcohol and other drugs. Unit 8: CPR & AED * Explain how to contact the emergency medical system. * Know the steps involved in performing first aid for a choking victim. * Know the steps involved for performing CPR. * Describe proper use of the AED.