HIGH LIABILITIES SOCE REVIEW questions with
correct answers
PSI Correct Answer--proper tire inflation ensures tires are inflated at or
above the manufacturer's recommended
-can be found on the doorjamb
liability Correct Answer-An officer creates potential for ____ if
something happens because of a vehicle problem,
especially if inspection and correction could have prevented that
problem
personal safety Correct Answer-For ____, an officer should perform
inspections before and after every use of the vehicle
Belts, hoses, and wires Correct Answer-_______ are essential for the
safe operation of the vehicle and should be inspected each day before
operating the vehicle
exterior Correct Answer-After inspecting a vehicle's ____, do not drive
it without checking under the hood
front tire Correct Answer-If the _____ fails, the vehicle may lose
traction. You may have difficulty steering, feel vibration in the steering
wheel, and feel the vehicle pulling in the direction of the affected tire
,rear tire Correct Answer-If the ____ fails, the vehicle may also lose
traction and pull in an unpredictable direction.
belts Correct Answer-should be checked for fraying, cuts, cracking, and
gouges
hoses Correct Answer-should be checked for dry rot, cracking, holes,
bulges, and leak
terminal connections, water level (if applicable), and signs of damage to
the battery's exterior Correct Answer-checking for the battery should
include
seatbelts Correct Answer-should be observed for fraying and binding
and to
make sure the clasp locks properly
Headlights, interior lights, turn signals, and hazard
flashers Correct Answer-should be tested to ensure that they operate
normally
communications equipment Correct Answer-will be tested to make
certain that radio transmissions can be made and received
windows and doors Correct Answer-After the initial inspection, start the
vehicle's engine and check _______ for proper operation
,turn off the engine Correct Answer-While the vehicle is running, look
under
it (standing to the side of the vehicle, not in front of it) to check for leaks
that may not be apparent when the vehicle is off. After completing this
check, you can ______
acuity Correct Answer-sharpness of vision
depth perception Correct Answer-ability to judge distance and perceive
space to determine how far away an object is ____
peripheral vision Correct Answer-ability to see above, below, and to the
sides (A person who is in a stationary vehicle and who has good
peripheral vision can see about 180
degrees from side to side.)
color vision Correct Answer-ability to distinguish colors
night vision Correct Answer-ability to see clearly in darkness
90-95 percent Correct Answer-Vision supplies approximately ______ of
incoming data to a driver. It gives valuable information needed to detect
and avoid hazards
, Environmental and physical conditions, alertness, and aging are Correct
Answer-factors that affect vision
hearing Correct Answer-lets officers locate the source of sounds that
may indicate a problem with a vehicle, a suspicious
incident, or a crime
touch Correct Answer-can help an officer detect problems that can affect
vehicle operation and control
keen observer and be aware of hisor her surroundings Correct Answer-
Several techniques can enhance an officer's ability to be a
damaged or altered surfaces Correct Answer-may include potholes and
sinkholes, curbs, and railroad tracks
rain Correct Answer--can cause a vehicle to lose traction and skid out of
control
-even a small amount of ___ can cause a car to float off the road
intersections Correct Answer-Officers should be especially careful at
____, as they represent the single greatest threat to safe
vehicle operation
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