02 Sight Distance

Question 1

A key element to safe driving is the ability to see oncoming traffic and then judge if there is enough time and distance between oncoming vehicles to make a maneuver on a roadway.

Question 2

The minimum sight distance required to perceive, react, and bring the vehicle to a safe stop is known as ….

Answer 2

Stopping sight distance

Question 3

Stopping sight distance is affected by…

Answer 3

Rain
Fog
Smoke
Hills
Curves

Question 4

Lowering the speed limit on a curve will accomplish two things…

Answer 4

1. Allow more time for maneuvering
2. Reduce stopping distance

Question 5

The gap in traffic required to safely make a maneuver depends on:

Answer 5

1. the speed of oncoming traffic
2. Acceleration rate of vehicle making maneuver
3. Road conditions

Question 6

What is the key to providing a civilian driver with adequate notice of approach?

Answer 6

Giving them time to recognize the emergency vehicle and make an appropriate driving decision.

Question 7

Sight distance

Answer 7

The length of roadway, ahead or to the sides, visible to the driver.