Florida Learner's Permit Chapter 2 - Preparing to Drive - You--The Driver

Florida Learner's Permit Chapter 2 - Preparing to Drive - You--The Driver In order to drive safely, should you get regular vision, hearing, and general physical check-ups? ️Yes. Can drowsy driving be just as dangerous as drunk driving? ️Yes. Drowsy or tired driving is dangerous because fatigue (being sleepy) can... ️• slow down your thought processes and reaction time; • affect your judgment and vision; • impair your senses and abilities; • cause micro-sleeping ("nodding off") or falling completely asleep. How can you avoid driving drowsy? ️1. Don't drive at times when you would normally be asleep. 2. Get a good night's sleep before you travel. 3. On long trips, take a break every 100 miles or 2 hours. 4. If you think you might fall asleep—find a safe place to stop and take a nap. 5. Use the "buddy system" and switch drivers when needed. Can emotions have an effect on driving safely? ️Yes. How can you drive more safely when you feel emotional? ️Take time to calm down and get focused before driving. What is road rage? ️Road rage is violent or visibly angry behavior by a driver which can result in crashes or other incidents on roadways. What are some signs of road rage? ️• sudden acceleration or braking, • following too closely, • cutting off other drivers, • preventing other vehicles from merging into your lane, • excessively hitting the horn or flashing headlights, • shouting obscenities or threats, • making obscene hand gestures, • intentionally causing a crash, • getting out of a vehicle in an attempt to start a confrontation, • using a weapon or threatening to use a weapon, • throwing objects from the vehicle What should you do if another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerously around you? ️Remain calm and try to put as much distance between you and them as possible. Slow down and let them pass. Do not make eye contact; do not make obscene gestures. If you need help, call *FHP (*347) or 911. What are the three main categories of driver distraction? ️Visual, manual, and cognitive What is visual distraction? ️Taking your eyes off the road What is manual distraction? ️Taking your hands off the steering wheel What is cognitive distraction? [when you see "cognitive" think about your "mind" or "brain"] ️Thinking about anything other than driving What are some examples of distractions while driving? ️• texting on a cell phone; • talking on a cell phone; • watching an object, person, or event outside of the vehicle; • reaching for an object; • interacting with passengers; • eating or drinking; • unsecured pets; • grooming; • adjusting radio or climate controls; • lighting a cigarette; • daydreaming Can you operate a motor vehicle in Florida while texting? ️No. Can you drink alcohol and drive safely, even if you have been driving for many years? ️No. How long does a a DUI conviction remain on your driving record? ️75 years What is is the first thing affected after drinking an alcoholic beverage? ️A person's judgement Can one drink of alcohol can affect your driving? ️Yes. How can alcohol affect your driving? ️Alcohol slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see clearly, and makes you less alert. You will have trouble judging distance, speed, and movement of other vehicles. You will also have trouble controlling your vehicle. What should you do before drinking? ️Designate a sober driver If you are the designated driver, can you drink? ️No. One drink is one too many. What should you do if you are impaired and did not designate a driver? ️Take a taxi, call a sober