FLHSMV Traffic Crash Investigation 3

Question 1

What does 'momentum' refer to in crash reconstruction physics?

Accepted Answer

The product of a vehicle's mass and velocity

Answer

Momentum is the product of a vehicle's mass multiplied by its velocity, and conservation of momentum helps investigators reconstruct crash speeds.

Question 2

Which document is used in Florida to officially record the details of a traffic crash investigated by law enforcement?

Accepted Answer

Long Form Traffic Crash Report (HSMV 90006)

Answer

Law enforcement officers in Florida use the Long Form Traffic Crash Report (HSMV 90006) to officially document crash details.

Question 3

When investigating a crash, what does 'contributory factor' mean?

Accepted Answer

A condition or action that contributed to the crash occurring

Answer

A contributory factor is any condition or action that played a role in causing or worsening a crash, even if it was not the sole cause.

Question 4

What is the significance of the 'rest position' of a vehicle in crash investigation?

Accepted Answer

It indicates the vehicle's final location after all movement ceased

Answer

The rest position is where the vehicle came to a complete stop after the crash, and it helps establish movement paths and energy dispersal.

Question 5

In a T-bone collision, which vehicle structure typically absorbs the brunt of the crash energy on the struck vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Side door panels

Answer

In a T-bone (side-impact) collision, the side door panels and pillars of the struck vehicle absorb the crash energy, providing less protection than front or rear structures.

(FLHSMV) Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Practice Test

(FLHSMV) Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Practice Test

FLHSMV Traffic Crash Investigation 3