Chapter 2
Lesson One
I. Introducing Graduated Driver Licensing
a. The Stages of the GDL System
Stage 1: The Learner’s Permit
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Stage 2: Intermediate/Probationary License
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Lesson One (continuation)
State 3: Full License
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Chapter 2
Lesson Two
I. Getting Ready for the Knowledge Test and the In-Vehicle Test
a. How Can You Prepare for the Knowledge Test?
Study Wisely - the Va driver’s manual information
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Bring the Necessary Papers
Stay Calm
b. How Can You Prepare for the In-Vehicle Test?
Knowing What You Are Doing
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Bring What You Need
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Chapter 2
Lesson Three
I. Getting the Vehicle Ready for the Test
a. How Can You Get the Test Vehicle Ready?
Choose Your Vehicle Wisely
DO NOT bring to the test a vehicle that
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Day before of the test, conduct basic pre-driving checks of the following items:
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Chapter 2
Lesson Four
I. Taking the Final Test: The In-Vehicle Test
a.What Should You Do Once You Are Sitting Behind the Wheel?
Make All Necessary Adjustment First
Before you start the engine, recheck your vehicle to see if any adjustments are needed.
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Concentrate on What You Are Doing
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* Don’t chat with the examiner
* Don’t worry about what the examiner is writing
* Don’t let a mistake throw you
Stay Calm
You can do things to minimize your nervousness and help you concentrate on your driving.
* Be well prepared
* Admit that you’re nervous
Chapter 2
Lesson Four (continuation)
* Have a positive attitude
* Bring support
* Breathe deeply
Exercise Good Judgment
Chapter 3
Lesson One
I. Emotions Affect your Driving Ability
a. How Do Emotions Affect Your Driving
Inattention
Lack of Concentration
Ability to Process Information
- How Can You Control Emotions?
Maintain a Responsible Attitude
Avoid Triggering Aggressive Driving
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Plan Ahead
Expect Mistakes From Others
Don’t Drive When Upset or Depressed
Chapter 3
Lesson One (continuation)
Don’t Give In to Negative Peer Pressure
Train Yourself Always to Use Correct Procedures
Chapter 3
Lesson Two
I. How Vision Affects Your Ability to Drive
a. Why Is Good Vision Critical to Driving Ability?
Field of Vision
b. How Can You Compensate for Vision Problems?
Poor Depth Perception
Contrast Sensitivity
Color Blindness
Night Blindness
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Chapter 3
Lesson Three
I. Temporary Physical Conditions That Affect Your Ability to Drive
- How Does Fatigue Affect Your Driving Ability
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Chapter 3
Lesson Four
I. Long-Term Physical Factors That Affect Driving Ability
- How Does Hearing loss Affect Driving Ability
- How Can Challenges Caused by Physical Disabilities Be Met?
- How Do Aging and Chronic Illnesses Affect Driving Ability?
Aging
Chronic Illnesses
Chapter 4
Lesson One
I. Alcohol’s Effect on One’s Health and One’s Future
- What are the Effects of Alcohol?
What Are a Person’s Responsibilities Regarding Drinking?
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Chapter 4
Lesson Two
I. Alcohol and Its Effects on Driving Ability?
- How Does Alcohol Affect Driving Ability?
Facts About Alcohol and Driving
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Lesson Two (continuation)
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The Physical Effects of Alcohol
Reaction time
Coordination
Distance (depth) perception
Speed perception
Vision
The Mental Effects of Alcohol
- What Are the Laws, Tests, and Penalties for Drinking and Driving?
Implied Consent Laws
Tests for Intoxication
Penalties and Consequences
Chapter 4
Lesson Three
I. How Other Drugs Affect Driving Ability
- What Drugs Affect Driving Ability?
Synergism
Over-the-Counter Drugs
Prescription Drugs
Depressants
Stimulants
Hallucinogens
Marijuana
LSD and PCP
Narcotics
Chapter 4
Lesson Four
I. Distractions Can Increase Driving Risk
- How can Distractions Hinder Your Driving Ability?
A Vehicle Audio System Can Distract You
Headphones Can Be Dangerous
Cellular Phones Can Distract You
Passengers Can Distract You
Other Distractions
Chapter 5
Lesson One
I. Understanding Regulatory and Warning Signs
a. What are Regulatory Signs?
b. What Actions Should You Take at Regulatory Signs?
Stop Signs
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Speed Limit Signs
Railroad Crossbuck
c.What Are Warning Signs?
School Area Signs
Railroad Advance Warning Signs
Chapter 5
Lesson Two
I. Guide and International Signs
a. What Are the Functions of Guide Signs?
Route Markers
Destination and Mileage Signs
Roadside Services
Recreational Areas
b. What International Signs Are Used in the United States?
Chapter 5
Lesson Three
I. Understanding the Purpose of Pavement Markings
a. What Do Yellow or White Lines on the Roadway Mean?
Yellow Lines
White Lines
b. What Do Other Marking on the Roadway Mean
Arrows
Chapter 5
Lesson Four
I. Responding to Traffic Control Signals
a. How Do You Know When to Stop or Move Your Vehicle Through Traffic?
Traffic Signals
Pedestrian Signals
Traffic Officer’s Signals
b. Are There Signals That Let You Know Which Lanes You Can Use?
Chapter 6
Lesson One
I. Each State Has administrative Laws
a. What are Administrative Laws?
b. How Do You Comply with Administrative Laws?
Getting a Driver’s License
Violations and the Point system
Certificate of Title
Vehicle Registration
Insurance
Chapter 6
Lesson Two
I. Right-of-Way Rules Are Essential
a. What Is Right-of-Way?
b.When Should You Yield the Right-of-Way?
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Chapter 6
Lesson Three
I. Speed Limits Help in Reducing Risk
a. What Kinds of speed Limits Are There?
Fixed Speed Limit
Advisory Speed Limit
Day and Night Speed Limits
b. What Are Basic Speed Laws?
The higher the speed:
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Chapter 6
Lesson Four
I. If You Are Involved in a Collision
a.What Should You do If Your Are in a Collision?
Stop immediately
Warn others if possible
Give aid to the injured
Try to get medical help
Call the Police
Exchange information
Get names and addresses of witnesses
Stay at the scene
Make accident reports
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Lesson Four (continuation)
See a doctor
Legal consequences of a collisioncan be very serious.
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Chapter 7
Lesson One
I. Comfort and Control Systems and Risk Management
a.What Devices Help Make You Comfortable in a Vehicle?
Seat-Position Controls
Steering Wheel
Air Conditioner and Heater
Air Vents
b. How Can You Control the Movement of Your Vehicle?
Ignition Switch
Selector lever for Automatic Transmission
Gearshift for Manual Transmission
Clutch Pedal
Steering Wheel
Accelerator (Gas Pedal)
Chapter 7
Lesson One (continuation)
Cruise Control
Brake Pedal
Parking Brake
Chapter 7
Lesson Two
I. The Visibility and Protective Systems of Your Vehicle
a. What Devices Aid Visibility?
Lights
Windshield Wipers and Washer
Rearview and Sideview Mirrors
Sun Visors
Defroster (Defogger)
b. What Features Protect You and Your Passengers from Injury?
Safety Belts
Air Bags
Head Restraints
Door Locks
Chapter 7
Lesson Two (continuation)
a. What Devices Guard Against Vehicle Theft?
Ignition Buzzer
Locks
Alarms and Other Antitheft Devices
Chapter 7
Lesson Three
I. Information and Communication Systems
a. What Devices Provide Information About Your Vehicle
Speedometer and Odometer
Fuel Gauge
Alternator Gauge or Warning Light
Temperature Gauge or Warning Light
Oil-Pressure Gauge or Warning Light
Brake Warning Light
Other Dashboard Lights
b. How Can you Communicate with other Roadway Users?
Taillights
Directional (Turn) Signals
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Lesson Three (continuation)
Emergency Flashers (Hazard Lights)
Parking Lights
Horn
Chapter 7
Lesson Four
I.Checks and procedures to Use Before Entering your Vehicle
a. What Should You Check Before Entering Your Vehicle?
Surrounding Area
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Chapter 8
Lesson One
I. Basic Operating Procedures: Automatic Transmission
a. How Do You Start and Move a Vehicle with an Automatic Transmission?
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b. How Do You Slow and Stop a Vehicle with Automatic Transmission?
Braking
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Chapter 8
Lesson Two
I. Basic Operating Procedures: Manual Transmission
a. How Do Manual and Automatic Transmissions Differ?
b. How Do You Operate a Vehicle with a Manual Transmission?
Starting the Engine
Putting the Vehicle in Motion
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c. How Can You Use Each Forward Gear?
d. Shifting to a Higher Gear
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Chapter 8
Lesson Three
I. Acceleration, Deceleration, and Speed
a. How Are Acceleration, Deceleration, and Speed
Acceleration and Deceleration Rates Vary
Maintaining a Constant Speed
Monitoring Your Speed
Chapter 8
Lesson Four
I. Learning How to Steer the Vehicle
a. How Can You Steer Your Vehicle Forward and Through Turns?
Holding the Steering Wheel
Tracking and Steering
Steering in a Straight Line
Steering to Turn
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Lesson Four (continuation)
a. How Do You Steer in Reverse?
Steering to the Rear
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Chapter 9
Lesson One
I. Moving from a Curb into Traffic and out of Traffic to a Curb
a. What Is the Procedure for Leaving a Curb and Entering Traffic?
Advance Planning
Making the Move from the Right Curb
b. What Is the Procedure for Steering to the Curb?
Advance Planning
Making the Move
Chapter 9
Lesson Two
I. Managing Power and Speed on Hills and Mountains
a. How Do You Drive Uphill and Downhill?
Driving Uphill
Automatic transmission
Manual transmission
Driving Downhill
Auto transmission
Manual transmission
b. How Do You Drive in the Mountains?
Special Roadway and Traffic Problems
Effects of Weather and Altitude
Driving up a Mountian
Chapter 9
Lesson Two (continuation)
Driving down a Mountain
Chapter 9
Lesson Three
I. Managing Visibility, Time, and Space When Changing Lanes
a. What Is the Safest Way to Change Lanes?
Advance Planning
Visibility
Time
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Chapter 9
Lesson Four
I. Passing Another Vehicle and Being Passed
- What Conditions Will Help You Decide Whether You Should or Should NotPass?
Road Signs and Pavement Markings
Atmospheric Conditions
Your Speed and the Other Vehicle’s Speed
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Chapter 10
Lesson One
I. How to Prepare for and Execute a Right Turn
a. How Do You Prepare to Make a Right Turn?
Check
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a. How Do You Execute a Right Turn?
Chapter 10
Lesson Two
- How to Prepare for and Execute a Left Turn
a. How Do You Prepare for a Left Turn?
Check
Choose the Correct Lane
Communicate Your Intentions
Position the Vehicle
b. How Can You Execute a Left Turn?
Turning Left from a Two-Way Street onto a Two-Way Street
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Turning Left from a One-Way Street onto a One-Way Street
Turning Left from a One-Way Street onto a Two-Way Street
Chapter 10
Lesson Three
I. Planning and Executing a Reverse in Direction
- How Should You Prepare to Make a Turnabout?
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Chapter 10
Lesson Four
I. How to Prepare for and Execute a Parking Maneuver
a. How Do You AnglePark and PerpendicularPark?
Right-or Left- Angle Parking
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b. How Do You ParallelPark?
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Parking in a Driveway
Parking in a Garage
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Parking downhill with a curb
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Lesson Four (continuation)
Parking downhill without a curb
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Chapter 11
Lesson One
I. Managing Visibility, Time, and Space
a. How Can You Manage Visibility?
Advance Preparations
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b. How Can You Manage Time?
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Consider Time, Distance, and Speed
Assess and Adjust the Space Around Consider Time, Distance, and Speed
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Lesson One (continuation)
Assess and Adjust the Space Around Your Vehicle
Adjust your following distance as needed.
Try to keep a 3-second distance behind your vehicle.
Whenever possible, try to keep as much as 8 feet on either side of you.
If there is insufficient space ahead, b4hind, or to the side of your vehicle, take prompt
action to increase the space.
Chapter 11
Lesson Two
I. Visibility, Time, and Space on Urban Streets
a. What SpecialFactorsAffectCity Driving?
Traffic Density
Number of Pedestrians
Intersections
Slow or Irregular Traffic Flow
Lower Speed Limits
Sight Obstructions
Potholes and Other Road Defects
b. How Can You Manage Visibility, Time, and Space in City Driving?
Guidelines for Managing Visibility in the City
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Lesson Two (continuation)
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Lesson Three
I. Visibility, Time, and Space on Rural Roads
a. What Special Factors Affect Driving on Rural Roads?
Road Conditions
Higher Speed, Fewer Controls
Slow-Moving Vehicles
Sight Obstructions
Animals and Objects on the Road
b. How Can You Manage Visibility, Time, and Space in Rural Driving?
Guidelines for Managing Visibility in Rural Areas
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Lesson Four
I. Visibility, Time, and Space on Multiple-Lane Highways
a. What Special Factors Affect Driving on Multiple-Lane Highways?
Higher Speed Limits
Limited Entrances and Exits
Frequent Passing
Trucks and Other LargeVehicles
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Lesson Four (continuation)
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Chapter 12
Lesson One
I. Driving Safely in Low Light and at Night
a. How Do Low Light Conditions Affect Visibility
- How Can You Drive Safely When the Amount of Light Is Low?
During Dusk and Dawn Hours
At Night
Use low beams and high beams correctly.
Do not overdrive your headlights.
Look beyond your headlights.
Chapter 12
Lesson Two
I. Visibility, Bright Light, and Glare
a. What Conditions Create Glare from the Sun?
b. How Can You Drive Safely in the Glare of the Sun?
Chapter 12
Lesson Three
I. Minimizing Risk in Rain and Snow
- How Can You Manage Visibility, Time, and Space in Rain and Snow?
Prepare in advance.
Allow an extra margin of safety.
On a wet pavement, drive in the tracks of the vehicle ahead of you.
Give other drivers plenty of advance notice.
Be alert.
Keep your low-beam headlights on.
Ease your way into turns and curves.
b. How Can You Minimize Risk in Snow and Rain?
Anticipate and Prevent Skids
Anticipate and Prevent Hydroplaning
Chapter 12
Lesson Four
I. Other Hazardous Weather Condition
a. How Can You Minimize Risk in Other Hazardous Weather Conditions?
Fog or Smog
Sand and Dust
Wind
Chapter 13
Lesson One
I. Sharing the Roadway with Pedestrians and Animals
a. What Problems do Pedestrians Pose to Drivers?
Children
Adults
b. How Can You Avoid Collisions with Pedestrians?
c. What Responsibilities Do Pedestrians Have?
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Small Aimals
Large Animals
Chapter 13
Lesson One (continuation)
Using SIPDE to Avoid Collisions with Animals
Chapter 13
Lesson Two
I. Sharing the Roadway with Motorcycles and Bicycles
a. How Can You Recognize and Reduce the Risk of Problems Caused by Cyclists?
Watching Out for Cyclists
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Failure to Obey Traffic Laws
Irresponsible Drivers
What Special Responsibilities Do Motorcyclists Have?
Chapter 13
Lesson Three
I. Sharing the Roadway with Other Vehicles