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How does one end up having to take the special points exam? Correct Answer earning 6 or more points for the first time How long does one have to pass the SP exam? Correct Answer within 30 days of your notification lctter. What is PennDOT's goal? Correct Answer To help you improve your driving and avoid future violations. What information do IT need to take to the exam? Correct Answer Notification letter and driver's license. What are the three kinds of sanctions imposed by PennDOT? Correct Answer exams, hearings, and suspensions What is a sanction? Correct Answer A penalty threatened for breaking the law. True or False: PennDOT can change penalties in extreme cases, if petitioned in writing. Correct Answer FALSE. PennDOT cannot change penalties. True or False: PennDOT maintains records only for drivers convicted of violations in PA who are PA residents. Correct Answer FALSE. PennDOT keeps records on ALL drivers convicted of violations in PA, whether or not they're licensed drivers in PA. What is the most common violation for folks who must take the Special Points Exam? Correct Answer Speeding; most people have earned two 3-point violations. Speeding violations earn how many points for a driver? Correct Answer between 2 to 5 points, depending on the number of mph traveled above the posted speed limit. Traveling 6 to 10 miles above the posted speed limit can earn the driver how many points? Correct Answer 2 points Traveling 11 to 15 miles above the posted speed limit can earn the driver how many points? Correct Answer 3 points Traveling 16 to 20 miles above the posted speed limit can earn the driver how many points? Correct Answer 4 points Traveling 21 or more miles above the posted speed limit can carn the driver how many points? Correct Answer 5 points How many points for failure to stop for a red light or stop sign’? Correct Answer 3 points Tlow many points for driving too fast for conditions? Correct Answer 2 points How many points for improper passing? Correct Answer 3 points How many points for failure to yicld? Correct Answer 3 points What will happen if a driver is required to take the SPE, but fails to do so within 30 (a) a driver's points go down below 6, then risc again to 6 or more a second time (b) a driver takes the SPE. then gets another point violation within 12 months. ‘What causes a driver to have to attend a type 3 hearing? Correct Answer driver's record goes below 6 points, then rises to 6 or more for a third (or subsequent) time. What are some possible penalties of having to attend a type 2 hearing? Correct Answer 15 day suspension, Special On-Road Driver's Examination, and/or a Knowledge test. What happens if a driver fails to attend a type 2 hearing? Correct Answer 60 day suspension. What is a possible outcome of a type 3 hearing? Correct Answer 30 day suspension What are the consequences of failing to attend a type 3 hearing? Correct Answer suspension of driving privilege until you attend the hearing, surrender your license, and pay a restoration fee. What causes a driver to have to attend a high speed hearing’? Correct Answer driving 31 mph or more above the posted speed limit. What are the possible outcomes of a high speed hearing? Correct Answer 15 day suspension, a knowlcdge test, and/or the Special On-Road Driver's Examination What are the consequences of failing to attend a high speed hearing? Correet Answer 60 day suspension of your driving privilege. What are the 8 possible ways to have your license suspended? Correct Answer (1) failure to attend an exam or hearing; (2) earning 11 or more points; (3) driving under suspension; (4) failure to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights; (5) driving under the influence of drugs; (6) speeding 11 or more mph over the limit in a work zone; (7) flecing from a cop; (8) racing on highways. True/False: it's against the law to drive while your license is suspended. Correct Answer TRURF. (duh) True/False: if you're suspended, you are required to surrender your license or acknowledge your suspension; otherwise, you'll earn no credit toward your suspension time. Correct Answer TRUE. True/False: there are 3 main ways to have points taken off of your driving record. Correct Answer FALSE. There are only two ways to reduce points from your driving record. How many points are deducted from a driver's record after passing the SPE within 30 days of notification? Correct Answer 2 How long does a driver need to be point-violation-free before 3 points will be deducted insurance rates, gas, wear and tear, and fines How many reportable crashes were there every hour (on average) in PA in 2009? Correct Answer 14 reportable crashes per hour Tn 2009, how many people were killed in car crashes per day in PA? Correct Answer more than 3 people every day Speeding is a contributing factor in % of all fatal crashes? Correct Answer 30% True/False: speeding reduces a driver's ability to handle curves and move around obstacles. Correct Answer TRUE. How many drivers die each year in the US in speed-related crashes? Correct Answer thousands True/False: it takes no longer to stop a car moving at high speeds than it does to stop a car moving at lower speeds. Correct Answer FALSE. What are four traits of aggressive drivers? Correct Answer (a) change lanes frequently (b) tailgate other drivers (c) speed (d) become frustrated with other drivers. True/False: aggressive driving can be not only dangerous, but also deadly. Correct Answer TRUE. What should one do so they do not feel pressured to drive aggressively? Correct Answer plan ahead; leave earlier. True/False: always speed up to challenge aggressive drivers -- never let them pass you. Correct Answer FALSE. True/False: you should just let aggressive drivers pass you. Correct Answer TRUE. What are three things you should never do when it comes to aggressive drivers? Correct Answer (a) speed up (b) make eye contact (c) gesture back to them. True/False: ignore gestures from aggressive drivers. Correct Answer TRUE. What is the key to driving safely? Correct Answer keeping your eyes on the road. What are the five main ways that cell phone use can hurt one's ability to focus on the road? Correct Answer dialing, talking, texting, listening, and reaching for devices. True/False: hands-free cell phones are much safer than hand-held cell phones. Correct Answer FALSE. True/False: conversation distracts your brain from driving and slows your reaction to Reaching for a cell phone makes you times more likely to crash than a nondistracted driver. Correct Answer 1.4 times more likely to crash by reaching for a cell phone or other electronic device. True/False: anything that takes your focus from the road is dangerous. Correct Answer TRUE. True/False: driving is a good time to multi-task. Correct Answer FALSE. True/False: distracted drivers often do not react to dangerous conditions until it's too late. Correct Answer TRUE. How long does it take the most alert and attentive drivers to recognize and react to a hazard? Correct Answer 1.5 seconds -- for the most alert and attentive drivers. At 55 mph, how far does a driver travel in 1.5 seconds? Correct Answer 120 feet. True/False: be safe, plan ahead, and focus on the task of driving when behind the wheel. Correct Answer TRUE. Someone dics in an alcohol-related crash in the US how often? Correct Answer every 40 minutes Tlow many times each day does someone die in an alcohol-related crash in the US? Correct Answer 40 times per day True/False: every 30 minutes, and almost 30 times a day, somcone in the US dics in an alcohol-related crash in the US. Correct Answer FALSE. every 40 minutes, and almost 40 times a day, actually. True/False: the penalties for driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs are severe. Correct Answer TRUE. What is the legal drinking age in PA? Correct Answer 21 For folks of legal drinking age, what is the minimum blood alcohol count (BAC) to be considered driving under the influence? Correct Answer 0.8 or higher What does BAC stand for? Correct Answer Blood Alcohol Count What does DUI stand for? Correct Answer Driving Under the Influence True/False: you could be convicted of DUI at a lower BAC than 0.8 under certain conditions. Correct Answer TRUE. If police stop you for driving erratically, and your BAC is under 0.8. you can still be convicted of a DUL. Under what conditions can you be convicted of a DUI when your BAC is under 0.8? Correct Answer If police stop you for driving erratically; also, if you are under the legal drinking agee True/False: you are not required to take a chemical test in PA if arrested for DUI. How do scat belts reduce driver injuries? Correct Answer by preventing occupants from being thrown from the vehicle. Drivers thrown from a vehicle in a crash are 2.5 times more likely to . Correct Answer die Drivers thrown from a vehicle in a crash are times more likely to die. Correct Answer 2.5 times more likely By PA law, who must wear a seat belt in a vehicle? Correct Answer All drivers and front seat passengers; also, passengers between the ages of 8 and 18 must wear a seat belt regardless of where they ride in the vehicle. True/False: child seats must be properly installed for all children under the age of 3. Correct Answer FALSE. under the age of 4, actually. Who must be buckled into a approved booster seat? Correct Answer Children from 4 to 7 years old. What are the laws in PA for passengers under 18? Correct Answer zero to under 4: child seats four to under 8: approved booster scats 8 to under 18: scat belt, regardless of where they sit in the vehicle. True/False: some of the most deadly crashes occur when a driver falls asleep at the wheel. Correct Answer TRUE. True/False: drowsy drivers have decreased crash risk. Correct Answer FALSE. they have increased crash risk. True/False: you should make sure you're well rested before driving. Correct Answer TRUE. Which group of drivers has the highest risk of being involved in and dying from a vehicle crash? Correct Answer young drivers What 4 main factors lead to young drivers having such risk of crash and possible death? Correct Answer lower seat belt use, distracted driving, DUI, and more passengers in a vehicle How can young drivers reduce their likelihood of crashes and injury’? (4 ways) Correct Answer wear a seat belt, don't use a cell phone or text, avoid alcohol altogether, and travel with fewer passengers. True/False: the number of passengers in a vehicle has no effect on the likelihood of young people crashing. Correct Answer FALSE. What percent of the US population is age 65 or older? Correct Answer 13% True/False: for the Headlight and Windshield Wiper Law, you may use your daytime running lights. Correct Answer FALSE. What is the possible fine for failing to adhere to the Headlight and Windshicld Wiper Law? Correct Answer $25 plus fees (penalty could approach $100) What is the Snow and Ice Removal Law? Correct Answer Remove all snow and ice from your vehicle before driving. Why is the Snow and Ice Removal Law important? Correct Answer Good visibility and safety. True/False: snow or ice that falls from a moving vehicle could cause injury or death to pedestrians and other motorists. Correct Answer TRUE. What is the range of possible penalties for injuring pedestrians or other motorists with ice or snow from your vehicle? Correct Answer $200 to $1000 for each offense Fines will be for violations occurring in work zone areas. Correet Answer doubled Fines will be doubled for violations occurring in arcas. Correct Answer work zone ‘What must you do when driving in an active work zone? Correct Answer turn on your headlights. True/False: you must turn on your headlights when driving in an active work zone, regardless of what time of day. Correct Answer TRUE. True/False: turn on your headlights in an active work zone at night. Correct Answer FALSE. you have to turn on your headlights when driving in an active work zone no matter what time of day. True/False: daytime running lights are fine for driving in an active work zone. Correct Answer FALSE. turn on your headlights. True/False: making safer driving decisions will help you to avoid crashes, violations, and additional sanctions. Correct Answer TRUE. The Special Point Examination includes driving scenarios with questions about safe driving decisions. Correct Answer TRUE. In all four driving scenarios included in the book, driver X (me) acted unsafely in some way to help cause an accident. Correct Answer TRUE. Always look for Driver X's minutes per question. True/False: I'll have 30 minutes to finish the SPE exam. Correct Answer FALSE. 45 minutes. True/False: I'll have 60 minutes to finish the SPE exam. Correct Answer FALSE. 45 minutes. True/False: I'll have 45 minutes to finish the SPE exam. Correct Answer TRUE. True/False: I'll be able to use my notes, but not my study guide, for the SPE. Correct Answer FALSE. no use of notes or study guide. True/False: I should use the bathroom before the exam because you're not allowed to leave the room during the SPE. Correct Answer TRUE. True/False: you may leave the cxam room ONCE only to use the bathroom during the exam. Correct Answer FALSE. You will not be permitted to leave the exam room for the SPE at all. True/False: If a driver does not pass the SPE within 30 days of notification from PennDOT, PennDOT will send them another letter informing them that their license will be suspended. Correct Answer TRUE. True/False: Driving while tired has no effect on the risk of a scrious crash. Correct Answer FALSE. Powered by TCPDF (www. icpdf.org)