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Van Safety Form
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Quiz
This test is based directly off the van safety video you just watched. A 17 or higher is required to pass.
1) When stopped at an intersection, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
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stop behind the stop line.
stop before the crosswalk.
leave space between you and the vehicle ahead.
back up immediately if you stop in the crosswalk.
2) Hydroplaning:
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will not occur if your tires are properly inflated & have proper tread depth.
can occur any time the roadway is wet and at speeds as low as 35 mph.
is rarely a problem because vans are heavy.
occurs only in heavy rains and at high speed.
3) Which one of the following does not apply to vans?
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They are usually more affected by crosswinds.
They usually have shorter stopping distances.
They usually have larger blind spots.
They usually have a higher center of gravity.
4) When driving in the city, you should scan:
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only to the vehicle ahead.
scanning in the city is not recommended.
1 to 1.5 blocks ahead.
every 3-5 seconds.
5) Properly adjusted mirrors will:
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eliminate all blind spots.
make you more visible to other drivers.
eliminate all side collisions.
reduce your blind spots.
6) When driving in the rain and/or other adverse weather conditions:
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you should brake harder to compensate for the increased stopping distance.
you should drive as you would in ideal conditions.
it is safe to travel at the posted speed limit.
you should increase your following distance.
7) In ideal conditions, it is recommended that you follow no closer than ____ behind the vehicle ahead.
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2 seconds
3 seconds
two vehicle lengths
4 seconds
8) While driving, you should:
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none of the other answers are correct.
place clipboards and/or other important papers on the engine cover so you can reach them easily.
adjust your seat forward or back to reduce the size of your blind spot.
lean in your seat to reduce the size of your blind spot.
9) While waiting to make a left turn at an intersection:
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try to time the light change by concentrating.
wait with your foot over the accelerator to reduce your reaction time so you can shoot through a small break in traffic.
wait with your wheels straight.
wait with your wheels turned in the direction you wish to go.
10) When you must back your van, it is best to:
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back to the driver's side whenever possible.
place the spotter in the path of the van.
back to the passenger's side whenever possible.
avoid using a spotter.
11) While on the road, you should check your mirrors:
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every 3-5 seconds.
every 3-5 blocks.
every 12-15 seconds.
every quarter mile.
12) The maximum speed when driving a van is:
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65 mph
posted speed
55 mph
45 mph
13) When using a helper to back, which of the following statements is not correct:
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Make sure the helper is out of the backing path and visible in your mirror.
Agree on hand signals before backing.
Roll down your window and turn off all radios so you can hear any warnings.
It is the helper's responsibility to make sure you back safely.
14) If a jaywalker is waiting to cross the street at mid-block, you should:
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stop and let the pedestrian cross in front of you.
put on your hazard lights to warn other drivers, then allow the pedestrian to cross.
stop and wave the pedestrian across, but only when you are sure all other traffic is stopped.
cover the brake to be ready to stop if the pedestrian crosses in front of you.
15) Safety belts:
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are required for the driver and all passengers.
are effective in reducing injury only in high-speed crashes.
aren't necessary to wear if not required by your organization.
are optional when transporting cargo.
16) In adverse weather:
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stopping distances are the same.
following distances shouldn't change.
stopping distances are greater.
following distances should be less.
17) When driving on the highway, you should scan:
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one mile down the road.
12-15 seconds down the road.
only to the next vehicle.
every 3-5 seconds.
18) Average reaction time is:
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3/4 of a second.
3-5 seconds.
3 seconds.
4 seconds.
19) Compared to a passenger car, a van's following distance should:
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never be more than 3 seconds.
be greater in both ideal and adverse conditions.
be greater, but only in adverse weather.
be the same.
20) When driving at night, it is recommended that you do all of the following EXCEPT:
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reduce your speed.
use your high beams whenever it is safe and legal to do so.
look to the right edge of the road to avoid being blinded by headlights of oncoming vehicles.
immediately pass erratic drivers who may be impaired.