Delaware State Driver’s Education Study Guide

Section 1

Is driving a Constitutional Right granted to you by the State of Delaware, or is it a Privilege?

Driving is a Privilege

Can the privilege of driving be taken away from you?

YES

Section 2

After you change your name or address, how long do you have to

notify the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)?

After you change your name or address, you must notify the Division of Motor Vehicles

(DMV) within 30 days.

When approaching a busy intersection with heavy traffic, what must you do when as you enter the

intersection?

When approaching a busy intersection with heavy traffic,

drivers may not enter the intersection unless the can go

through it without having to stop or block the intersection.

“Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears”

Some drivers may not drive at night because of_________.

Due to poor vision problems, some drivers may not drive at

night.

In Delaware, if drivers are found guilty of speeding 20 MPH over the speed limit, they will:1. 2.

In Delaware, if drivers are found guilty of speeding 20 MPH over the speed limit, they will:1. Be called in for an interview2. Get 5 points on their driving record.

Alcohol is what type of drug?

Alcohol is a depressant drug.

In Delaware, what percentage of highway deaths are alcohol

related?

40 % of all highway deaths are alcohol related.

Will over-the-counter or doctor-prescribed drugs effect drivers?

Over-the-counter or doctor-prescribed drugs will have an

effect on drivers.

Who does Zero Tolerance apply to?

Zero Tolerance applies to drivers under the age of 21.

Can strong emotions like anger cause aggressive driving?

Strong emotions like anger can cause aggressive driving.

If you are going to drink and drive, how long should you wait to have the alcohol out of your

system?

Drinking 1 bottle of beer, or a six-ounce glass of wine, or a one-ounce shot glass of whiskey, a person needs to wait about 1 hour to have the alcohol out of their system.

In Delaware, what is the minimum level of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) needed to

PROVE that an individual is Driving Under the Influence

(DWI)?

In Delaware, .08% is the minimum level of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) needed to

prove that an individual is Driving Under the Influence

(DWI).

In Delaware, if you are under 18, and found guilty of Driving

Under the Influence of alcohol or drugs, how long may you loose

your license for?

If you are under 18, and found guilty of Driving Under the

Influence of alcohol or drugs, you will loose your license until

age 21.

In Delaware, from when until when are most fatal accidents due

to alcohol?

In Delaware, from late Friday night, until early Saturday

morning, most fatal accidents are due to alcohol.

What is the best thing to do if you have had too much to drink?

If you have had too much to drink, the best thing to do is to

not drive.

What is the Implied Consent Law?

Implied Consent Law deals with driving while intoxicated

(drunk).

What is the best way to handle extreme driving fatigue

(tiredness)?

The best way to handle extreme driving fatigue (tiredness) is to stop and rest.

Will a drug taken with alcoholic beverages have harmful results,

making you unfit to drive?

Any drug taken with alcoholic beverages will have harmful

results making you unfit to drive.

When applying for a Graduated License at the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), you

must have what information and/or documents?

When applying for a Graduated License at the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), you must have:1. Birth certificate2. Social security card3. Parent/guardian4. $40.005. Blue certificate

How long must a parent or guardian accompany a newly licensed driver if under 18?

During the first 6 months for a newly licensed driver, a parent or

guardian must accompany the under 18 driver at all times.

Section 3

Your car will not be registered (tagged) unless you show proof

that the car has at least what type of insurance?

Your car will not be

registered (tagged) unless you show proof that the car has

LIABILITY insurance.

The penalty for not having the required minimum auto insurance

is what?

The penalty for not having the required minimum auto insurance is:1. A fine of not less than $1,500 nor more than $2,000.2. Mandatory suspension of driver’s license.

After you change your name or address, how long do you have to

notify the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)?

After you change your name or address, you must notify the Division of Motor Vehicles

(DMV) within 30 days.

When does an accident not need to be reported to the police?

No injuries and an accident with an estimated $1,500 or less in

property damage does not need to be reported to the police.

If you are involved in an accident, what should you do?

If you are involved in an accident, DO NOT leave the

scene of the accident.You should call the police, get

medical treatment for the injured, and exchange information (tag

numbers, insurance information, and names of witnesses.

If you crash into a parked car, and cannot find the owner, what

should you do?

If you crash into a parked car, and cannot find the owner, you should leave a note to identify yourself, and call the police.

Section 4

Drivers have trouble seeing motorcycles in traffic. Why?

Driver mistakes are the major cause of accidents. Why?

Sudden gusts of winds can cause steering problems for cars

moving at highway speeds. Why?

Yellow lines separate traffic moving in which direction?

Yellow lines

separate traffic

moving in opposite

directions.

Pedestrians (walkers and joggers) should walk where when there are no sidewalks

available?

Pedestrians (walkers and

joggers) should face on-coming

traffic when there are no sidewalks available.

In Delaware, pedestrian (walker) deaths make up what percentage

of all highway deaths?

Pedestrian (walker)

deaths make up 20 % of all

highway deaths.

In Delaware, are right turns on red lights permitted?

Right turns on red lights are permitted in Delaware if there is not a

sign saying no turn on red.

In Delaware, are left turns on red lights permitted?

YES.You can make a Left turn on RED from a 1-way street to a 1-way street. Also look for a “No Turn On Red” sign.

What is the Basic Speed Law?

You cannot always drive the posted speed if there is bad weather, road, or traffic conditions. This is called the Basic Speed Law.

What is the speed limit on a multi-lane highway, if no signs

are posted?

Speed limit on a multi-lane highway, if not posted , is 55

MPH.

What is the speed limit in a Residential area, if no signs are

posted?

Speed limit in a Residential area, if not posted , is 25 MPH.

What is the speed limit in a school zone, if no signs are

posted?

Speed limit in a school zone, if not posted , is 20 MPH.

What is the speed limit on a two-lane highway, if no signs are

posted?

Speed limit on a two-lane highway, if not posted , is 50

MPH.

What is the speed limit on I-495 or Delaware Route 1, if no signs

are posted?

Speed limit on I-495 or Delaware Route 1, if not posted , is 65

MPH.

What does this light

combination mean?

Turning traffic may turn with caution, but

straight through traffic

must stop.

What does this light combination

mean?

Light is about to turn RED. If too

close to stop safely, go through

with caution.

What does this light

combination mean?

Protected left turn is over. Prepare to

stop if making a left turn.

What does this light

combination mean?

Go, but proceed with caution.

What does a flashing yellow light and a flashing green light mean?

A flashing yellow light and a flashing green light mean to be

cautious of crossing traffic.

What does this sign mean?

This is a Yield Sign.

What does this sign mean?

Stop Sign – come to a full stop.

What does this sign mean?

Railroad Warning Sign – watch out for trains.

What does this sign mean?

Interstate Sign

What kind of sign is this?

Warning for a crossroad or intersection.

What is the travel path for a Left turn?

One-way to a Two-way Left turn.

What is the travel path for a Left turn?

One-way to a One-way Left turn.

What is best course of action to avoid an accident?

Yellow car should run off the road into the shrubbery (bushes).

Which car should yield, if both cars are at the intersection at the

same time?

White car should yield. The RED car is on the right, and has

the right-of-way.

Which car should yield, if both cars are at the intersection at the

same time?

White car should yield to straight through traffic.

Which car should yield?

White car should yield to traffic already in the intersection.

What should car A do in this situation?

Be prepared to stop where the sign is posted if traffic is present.

What should car A do?

Left signal – Mirror check – Blind spot check – Change lane

to the left.

What may happen to a driver who flees (runs) from a police officer after getting a visible or

audible signal to halt?

A driver who flees (runs) from a police officer after getting a visible or audible signal to halt will have their license revoked (taken away).

What do these colors mean?

1. Yellow 2. Orange 3. Black & White 4. Red 5. Green 6. Blue

Sign colors are important:

1. Yellow – Warning2. Orange – Construction3. Black & White – Regulates traffic4. Red – Stop5. Green – Guide6. Blue - Information

Can you always go when you have a green light?

Even though you may have a green

light, you must stay out of the

intersection until crossing traffic has

cleared.

What do you do if you see an emergency vehicle that has its red flashing lights on or sirens

sounding?

You should always yield the right-of-way to emergency vehicles that have their red flashing lights on or sirens sounding.

When stopped at an intersection waiting to make a Left turn, and waiting for on-coming traffic,

how should you position the front wheels of your car?

When stopped at an intersection waiting to make a Left turn, and waiting for on-coming traffic,

stop with the front wheels pointed straight ahead.

What are you required to do at this sign?

When you come to a stop sign, always come to a full, complete

stop.

Can you pass another vehicle if the center lines look like these

lines?

OR

It is against the law to pass when the highway center lines are solid

yellow.

OR

What do you do at a flashing RED light?

A flashing RED light is just like a STOP sign.

You must come to a full,

complete stop.

When you yield the right-of-way, and your view is blocked by

buildings or other obstructions, what should you do to know

when it is safe to go?

When you yield the right-of-way, and your view is blocked by

buildings or other obstructions,

STOP, and move forward slowly until you can see that it is safe to go.

After you pass another car, when is it safe to pull back into the lane

of the car you just passed?

After you pass another car, it is safe to pull back into the lane again when you can see both

headlights (front) of the car you just passed.

Look for both sets of headlights in your rear view mirror before

pulling in front of the car you just passed.

Not safe to pull back in yet.

If blinded by on-coming car headlights, what should you do?

When blinded by on-coming car headlights, drivers should aim

their eyes to the right edge of the road beyond the on-coming car’s

headlights.

When should Low beam headlights be turned on?

Low beam headlights should be turned on as soon as it begins to

get dark.

When driving in fog, which headlights should you use?

When driving in fog, use low beam headlights.

Why should motorcycles be followed at a greater distance

than cars?

Motorcycles should be followed at a greater distance than cars to prevent the chance of a crash because they can stop faster than four-wheel vehicles.

If you pass a stopped school bus with the red lights flashing and

stop arm out, the penalty may be what?

If you pass a stopped school bus with the red lights flashing and stop arm out, the penalty may be:1. Six points against your driving record.2. A fine.3. Suspension of your driver license.

Section 5

To enter a city street from a stop, how much of a gap in traffic do

you need?

To enter a city street from a stop, you need a gap in traffic of about

one-half (1/2) of a city block.

A good driver should use what hand positions on the steering

wheel?

A good driver should use the 9 o’clock and

3 o’clock hand positions on the steering wheel.

How should mothers take their newborn infants home from the

hospital?

Mothers may not take their newborn infants home from the hospital in their arms.

They must use an infant seat.

How does a driver check their “blind spot”?

For a driver to see in their “blind spot”, they should check over

their shoulder.

What is “General Speed Restriction”?

“General Speed Restriction”is that it may not always be safe to travel the posted speed limit due to:

Weather conditionsRoad conditions or patterns

Traffic Conditions

What is the Delaware Law requirements for passengers in

the front seat of a car?

Delaware Law requires all passengers in the vehicle to wear

a seatbelt.

What will well adjusted seatbelts do for you?

Well adjusted seatbelts will:

1. keep drivers alert on long trips.2. keep drivers in the car during crashes.3. help drivers control their cars in emergencies by holding them behind the wheel.

Delaware Law states that drivers must use their turn signals how far in advance before turning?

Delaware Law states that drivers must use their turn signals at least

300 feet before turning.

Good drivers look and search how far in advance of where they

are driving?

Good drivers look and search about 10 to 12 seconds ahead.

This is the Visual Search Pattern.

How do good drivers check the dashboard gauges and mirrors?

Good drivers use their eyes to check the dashboard gauges and

mirrors by using quick eye glances (movements).

How do you properly adjust your outside mirrors’ view?

Properly adjusting your outside mirrors’ view to see a little of the side of your car will give you a reference point to see how close

another car is to you.

When backing a car, how do you turn the steering wheel to go in

the direction you want the rear of the car to go?

When backing a car, turn the steering wheel in the direction

you want the rear of the car to go.

If backing to the right, turn to the right. If backing to the left, turn

to the left.

How do you control your car in a skid?

If your car begins to skid, you should steer in the direction you

want the car to go.

While backing your car straight, where should you look?

The best way to see while backing your car straight is to

look directly out the rear window.

What is a problem if you brake too hard without anti-lock brakes

(ABS)?

Braking too hard without anti-lock brakes (ABS) can cause the

wheels to lock (control problems).

How do good drivers prevent breakdowns (mechanical

problems)?

To prevent breakdowns, good drivers should inspect their cars often by checking:1. Fluid levels.2. Tire pressure and windshield wipers.3. Brakes and lights.

What are some factors that determine the amount of friction

(traction) for car control?

The amount of friction (traction) for car control depends on the condition of:1. The brakes2. The tires3. The road surface

What should you do if you run off the pavement or roadway?

If you run off the pavement,

DO NOT brake hard.

Do slow down, and steer back on to the roadway.

What is hydroplaning, and how do you control it?

The best way to prevent hydroplaning (losing traction on

a wet road) is to slow down.

If a roadway has 3 or more lanes, where would you normally drive?

The center lane of a roadway having 3 or more lanes is used

for normal driving.

What is meant by “Leave yourself an out” in the Smith

System procedure for driving?

“Leave yourself an out” is part of the Smith System of driving. It means to plan for an escape path

when driving.

How should you do when children are present?

When children are present:1. Slow down2. Prepare to stop3. Eye search the area.

What is the minimum following distance?

The minimum following distance is 2 seconds.

This is known as the 2-Second Rule.

When are roads the most slippery?

Roads are more slippery after the first few minutes of rain.

Which freezes first, bridge surfaces or the road surface?

In freezing conditions, bridge surfaces freeze before the road surface - Bridge surfaces are

more slippery.

During the Fall months in Delaware, what makes the roads

the most slippery?

During the Fall months in Delaware, wet leaves make the

roads the most slippery.

Which is worse, ice near the freezing point, or ice at

temperatures below freezing?

Ice near the freezing point is more slippery than at

temperatures below freezing.

During inclement (bad) weather, when it is hard to see, what should you do for following

distance?

During inclement (bad) weather, when it is hard to see, you should increase your following distance. This is part of the 2-Second rule.

When leaving a high-speed expressway, where should you

begin braking?

When leaving a high-speed expressway, a driver should

begin braking in the exit lane.

When should you move any injured person from the accident

scene?

You should not move any injured person from the accident scene unless it is absolutely needed.

“GDL” license: What does it mean to you?

- IMPORTANT NOTE -

It is illegal to use a cell phone while on a GDL license.

Level 1 Learner’s Permit

• During the 1st 6 months of the GDL the sponsor is required to supervise/log 50 hours of driving; 10 hours of which are at night.

• You can carry only 1 passenger (other than family members).

• Can have only family members as passengers in back seat.

Do not park in an intersection, on a crosswalk, or within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.

Do not park on a sidewalk.

Do not park in front of a public or private road, driveway, or

alley.

Do not park within 15 feet of a Fire Hydrant.

Do not park within 20 feet of a driveway entrance to any fire

station, or on opposite side of the street within 75 feet of entrance

when signs are posted.

Do not park within 30 feet of any flashing beacon, stop light, or

traffic signal.

If you experience a driver with “road rage” what should you do?

If you experience a driver with “road rage” you should avoid eye contact.

THE END

Good luck on the Final Exam