Vehicle Operation and Control Flashcards

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop sign, you should:

Answer: Stop, then inch forward slowly until you can see clearly

At a blind intersection, stop completely then creep forward slowly to gain sight lines before entering the intersection.

What happens to your stopping distance when you double your speed from 30 to 60 mph?

Answer: It quadruples

Stopping distance increases with the square of speed, so doubling your speed quadruples the distance needed to stop.

When driving through a curve, you should:

Answer: Slow down before the curve and gently accelerate through it

Slowing before entering a curve and gradually accelerating through it keeps tires properly loaded and prevents skidding.

In Pennsylvania, when are you required to use your windshield wipers?

Answer: Whenever weather conditions require them for visibility

Pennsylvania requires headlights AND wipers whenever weather conditions reduce visibility, not just during heavy rain.

What does 'target fixation' mean in the context of driving?

Answer: Steering toward a hazard you are staring at instead of away from it

Target fixation causes drivers to unintentionally steer toward objects they are staring at, a common cause of crashes.

When is it legal to pass another vehicle on the right in Pennsylvania?

Answer: Both B and C are correct

Pennsylvania permits passing on the right when a vehicle is turning left or when driving on a multi-lane one-way street.

What is the effect of driving with underinflated tires?

Answer: Reduced fuel economy, increased heat buildup, and risk of blowout

Underinflated tires flex excessively, generating heat, wearing unevenly, reducing fuel efficiency, and increasing blowout risk.