Driver’s Education Section IV Day 2

Take Section IV Quiz Answer the 15 questions, turn into the teacher, then get out notebook and get ready for Bell Ringer #2

OBJECTIVES DMVM pages 22-29 (Copy these) Changing Lanes Lane Positions Lane Placement in Intersections Backing Visibility BGE

Day 2 Bell Ringer #2 Scenario Write 3 paragraphs (5 sentences in each) in response to this situation. You have just passed a car on the highway. You had to break the speed limit to do so, and as you pass, you notice that the driver was asleep. Also, a cop is pulling up behind you, so you think it may be because of your speed. What are your actions now? Give your story.

Changing Lanes DMVM page 26 Check side mirrors Check rearview mirror Turn signal Watch out for drivers that may want to go where you want to go!

Changing Lanes DMVM - page 26 To change lanes, always check blind-spots! Always use your signal to communicate your intention to other drivers!!! Lane Positions might also indicate where you are going, and may indicate where another driver is planning to go.

Blind Spots DMVM - page 23 Blind spots are dangerous areas which cannot be seen in the mirrors on either or both sides of the vehicle. Quick turns of the head (over the shoulders) Avoid other driver’s blind spots!

Lane Positions (Copy this) 1 - center of the lane - 3 ft. on both sides of car between lines 2 - to the left of your lane - 6 ft. from right side line 3 - to the right of your lane - 6 ft. from left side line 4 - to the left, straddle the line 5 - to the right, straddle the line

Straddle Lane Positions (Do Not Copy) Topic 1 Lesson 4 Create Space and Improve Visibility by Adjusting the Position of the Vehicle in the Lane Lane Positions – 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 Within Lane Positions Straddle Lane Positions LP 4 LP 2 LP 1 LP 3 LP 5 T – 5.15

Intersections

Entering an Intersection DMVM - page 22 Check from left to right Always look to both sides to make sure it’s clear (animals, pedestrians, cars, etc.) Check surroundings - intersection, crosswalks, shopping centers, construction areas, and playgrounds. What are the dangers? Look to left first since those vehicles are closest to you. Look to the right, then back to left before you drive through.

Intersection Search Patterns (Copy This Slide) Topic 2 Lesson 1 Intersection Approach: Step 1 (Search) Identify intersection Identify controls Check rear areas Search for intersection problems Step 2 (Evaluate) Scan path of travel 1st Scan all other areas Look for closed or changing frontal areas Step 3 (Execute) Adjust speed Maintain lane position Stop behind crosswalk, or Proceed through open space area in Time T – 5.17

Intersections (Copy this) Risk is increased at intersections controlled by stop signs when joining and/or crossing multi-lane traffic traveling at speeds up to 60 mph.

Crossing and Joining Traffic at Intersections (Copy This) Crossing or joining traffic traveling at high speeds require larger gaps when traveling at higher speeds.

Intersections Controlled by Traffic Signals (Copy This) Check for the following Oncoming vehicles making a left turn Pedestrians and cyclists in crosswalk Cross Traffic Count to three before moving Why? Make sure there is space available before moving into the intersection for a left turn.

Intersections Controlled by a Yield Sign (copy this) Important to judge the distance/speed of approaching traffic. Make sure there is ample space so that you may join or cross traffic safely

Classwork #2 DMVM - pages 26-27 Copy into your notebook the 5 guidelines for passing other vehicles (marked by the arrows) Page 27, copy the guideline for being passed. (1 arrow) Page 27, copy down the 4 items for when passing is prohibited (marked by the arrows)

Backing Reverse

Backing DMVM - page 27 Common mistake is failing to look both ways behind you. Mirrors don’t give full view Turn body and head Back-up slowly and check for pedestrians and approaching traffic

Backing and Turning Copy this slide (She is turning to the left) The rear of the vehicle moves in the direction that you turn the steering wheel, while the front swings in the opposite direction. If you are backing left or right, keep both hands on the steering wheel. Maximize your ability to see by turning your head and shoulders in the directions you want to move. Look both ways before driving. Always back slowly, with repeated glances to the front. (She is turning to the left)

Backing Straight Copy this slide Place your left hand on top of the steering wheel and your right arm across the top of the passenger seat. Left Hand

Visibility DMVM - page 27 Dry road, good tires and brakes - 265 ft. for a passenger vehicle to stop at 55 MPH. Adjust speed to visibility issues - hills, curves, intersections, weather, night/day, etc.

Visibility DMVM - page 27 Headlights only let you see about 350 feet ahead (normal conditions) Fog, rain, snow, etc. If you cannot see more than 100 ft. ahead, you can’t drive safely at any speed. Get off roadway until weather breaks.

BGE Blind Spot/Glare Elimination Do Not Copy (Demonstrate) To adjust the driver’s side mirror, place head against the window, adjust mirror to see along side of car. To adjust passenger side, move body to the middle of the front (in front of rear view), adjust mirror to see down side of car.

Traditional Mirror Views and Blind Spots (Do not copy) Topic 5 Lesson 1 Right mirror blind zone Right side view mirror Rear view mirror ( ) Left side view mirror Left mirror blind zone Notice the large blind zone areas and the overlap between the side and rear mirrors when using traditional mirror settings. T – 2.34

Mirror Blind Spot and Glare Elimination (BGE) Topic 5 Lesson 1 Mirror Blind Spot and Glare Elimination (BGE) (Do Not Copy) Adjusting the side mirror setting 15 degree outward (BGE) allows you to see the lanes to the sides and does not overlap as much with the area you can already see in your rear view mirror BGE RIGHT SIDE MIRROR VIEW Peripheral Vision Area REAR MIRROR VIEW Peripheral Vision Area BGE LEFT SIDE MIRROR VIEW T – 2.35 Reference: Blindzone & Glare Elimination (BGE) Mirror Settings (G. Platzer, 1996)

End of Day 2 Day 3 – bell ringer, notes, and classwork. Don’t forget the test will be on Day 4!