5 Dollar Traffic School
What are some types of vehicle technology advancements? - ANSdashboards, cell phones,
navigation systems, driving techniques, braking systems
What is a seat belt pretensioner? - ANSPretensioners automatically tighten the belt to
prevent the individual from jerking forward in a collision or at a sudden stop. You no longer
have to pull the adjustable strap to fit your body.
Why do traffic laws exist? - ANSTraffic laws reduce chaos, keep traffic moving and give all
road users a common understanding of how the road should be used. Most importantly,
though, their primary purpose is to keep everyone safe.
The reason we have traffic laws is ______. - ANSto keep everyone safe.
How does minimum insurance work? - ANSThis type of insurance pays for the damages
done to another person's vehicle or body and only for the amount of the coverage. In other
words, if you are at fault for a crash and only have a $15,000 liability policy, your insurance
will only pay for $15,000 of the damages done to the other person and their car. Anything
more than the $15,000 is your responsibility. Your own medical expenses and car repairs are
your own responsibility too.
What is the average cost for a severe injury in a collision? - ANS$247,000
Why should you be afraid of legal problems after a collision that was your fault even if you
have insurance? - ANSEven if you have insurance, the other driver can sue you for
negligence and win.
If someone dies because of the collision, the victim's family can sue you for wrongful death
The cost of a collision can be more than the insurance coverage (especially minimum
insurance)
What does the US Department of Transportation list as the most likely cause of collisions? -
ANSalcohol and drugs (most common), distracted driving, sleepy drivers, speeding (primary
factor in 29% of fatal and injury collisions - reported by the CHP)
What is the purpose of the DMV point system? - ANSThe DMV point system, called NOTS,
was designed to keep track of drivers' offenses so they can suspend or revoke a license if
needed. If you can't follow the rules of driving safely, you will lose your privilege to drive.
How much does a DUI cost over ten years? - ANSDUIs are also very expensive offenses.
The trial and attorney fees could range between $5,000 to $8,000 and more. Fines and
penalties on average cost about $4,000. And of course, your insurance rates will skyrocket.
Over the course of ten years you could be paying an extra $20,000 to $30,000 for car
insurance. Over a ten-year period, all of these expenses could add up to over $40,000!
, A pedestrian with a white cane ______. - ANSis blind and should always be give the
right-of-way
blind or partially blind pedestrians always have the right-of-way. These people can be
identified by their white canes or seeing eye dogs.
What can a pedestrian do if there is no sidewalk? - ANSBy law, if you are walking in an area
outside of a business or residential district and there are no sidewalks, you are required to
walk facing traffic on the left hand side of the road. The only exception to this law is if you
have no safe place to cross the street to get to the left side then you may walk on the right
side of the road with traffic.
For safety reasons anytime there are no sidewalks it is best to ______. - ANSFor safety
reasons anytime there are no sidewalks it is best to walk in the direction facing traffic even if
you are within a business or residential district. It's only by facing the cars that you can
ensure that drivers see you.
Pedestrians with white canes and seeing eye dogs should always ______. - ANShave the
right-of-way
As vehicle technologies advance ______? - ANSThe laws have to change accordingly
Increases distracted driving
Cars drive differently than they used to
What happens to you when you try to drive when you are drowsy? - ANSwhen you are
drowsy, you have a slower reaction time and it takes you longer to process information. Not
only are you slower to respond to changes in your environment, but you are also likely to
have blurry vision. In fact, research has proven that sleepiness also impairs driving by
increasing the driver's carelessness.
What happens if you are caught driving without insurance? - ANSIf you are caught driving
without any insurance, you could be fined up to $200 on your first conviction. In addition, you
could have your car impounded and your license suspended. If you get into a collision and
don't have any insurance you might have to pay out of pocket for any injuries or damages
What can you do to communicate with other road users? - ANSTurn signals, Eye contact,
Flashing headlights, Horn
When should you be courteous to other road users? - ANSYou should always be courteous
and treat others the way you want to be treated. After all, if you're a courteous driver, it
means you're a safe driver
When is it ok to leave a child unattended in a car? - ANSnever leave a child six years of age
or younger unattended in a car, unless there is someone who is at least 12 years old to
supervise.
Why should you be extra careful around motorcycles? - ANSthey are small/less visible and
they can easily skid out in poor weather conditions