NV Driving Instructor flashcards

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Nevada default urban speed limit

In Nevada, the statutory maximum is 25 mph in business and residential districts unless a posted sign sets a different limit; posted limits control.

Nevada adult DUI threshold

A driver aged 21 or older is legally impaired in Nevada at a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent or higher.

Nevada under-21 BAC limit

Nevada's zero-tolerance law prohibits drivers under 21 from operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02 percent or higher.

Nevada child restraint rule

Nevada requires children under 6 years old and under 60 pounds to ride in an appropriate child restraint system, not an ordinary seat belt.

Nevada three-foot bicycle rule

When passing a bicyclist, Nevada drivers must leave at least three feet of clearance and may not move back into the lane until safely clear.

Octagon traffic sign

An eight-sided red sign means stop. The driver must come to a complete stop at the stop line, crosswalk, or edge of the roadway before proceeding.

Inverted triangle sign

A downward-pointing triangle with a red border means yield. Slow down and give the right of way to traffic on the intersecting road.

Flashing red traffic signal

A flashing red light has the same effect as a stop sign: stop completely, yield to traffic and pedestrians, and proceed only when safe.

Double solid yellow line

A double solid yellow center line means passing is prohibited for traffic in both directions; the line may not be crossed except for a lawful turn into a driveway or side road.

Orange traffic sign color

Orange signs and markings identify construction and maintenance work zones. Drivers should expect reduced speeds, shifted lanes, workers, and equipment near the roadway.

Three-second following rule

At normal speeds and conditions, a driver should stay at least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead; increase the gap in rain, darkness, or heavy traffic.

SIPDE driving process

SIPDE stands for Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute. It is a systematic defensive-driving process for detecting and responding to hazards.

ABS braking technique

With anti-lock brakes, press the brake pedal firmly and hold it while steering around the hazard; do not pump the pedal or release pressure because of vibration.

Hydroplaning recovery

If tires lose contact with a wet road, ease off the accelerator, avoid hard braking or sharp steering, and keep the steering wheel steady until traction returns.

EDPE teaching sequence

EDPE means Explain, Demonstrate, Practice, and Evaluate. The instructor explains the skill, models it, lets the student practice, then assesses performance.

Spaced practice benefit

Spacing practice over several sessions with rest intervals improves long-term retention and transfer of driving skills better than one massed session.

Dual-control training vehicle

A behind-the-wheel training vehicle has a second brake pedal, and often a second mirror, so the instructor can intervene if the student fails to respond safely.

Supervised driving log

Nevada applicants under 18 must document at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night, before advancing from a learner permit.

Cold tire pressure check

Check tire pressure when tires are cold, before driving, using the vehicle placard or owner manual value; do not use the maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall.

Pre-trip light check

Before driving, verify headlights, high beams, turn signals, brake lights, hazard lights, and license-plate light work; ask a helper to confirm brake and signal lights.

Backing safety procedure

Before reversing, walk around the vehicle, check behind it, adjust mirrors, and back slowly; use a spotter when available and stop if visibility is unclear.

Lane change sequence

Signal, check mirrors, glance over the shoulder into the blind spot, signal again if needed, and move only when the lane is clear with enough space.

Steering hand position

A common safe grip is 9 and 3 o'clock, or 8 and 4, with both hands on the wheel; hand-over-hand steering is used for sharp low-speed turns.

Fog driving lights

In fog, use low-beam headlights because high beams reflect off the moisture and worsen visibility; reduce speed and increase following distance.

Tire blowout response

If a tire blows out, grip the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, avoid hard braking, and steer straight until the vehicle slows before pulling off.

Stuck accelerator response

If the accelerator sticks, shift to neutral, brake firmly, steer to a safe place, and turn off the engine only after the vehicle is stopped or safely controlled.

Flooded road rule

Never drive through water covering a roadway: depth and current are hard to judge, and a vehicle can stall or be swept away within inches of water.

Skid recovery

In a skid, look and steer where you want the vehicle to go, ease off the accelerator, and avoid hard braking; sudden inputs can worsen the skid.

Nevada learner permit age

A Nevada instruction permit may be issued to a person at least 15 years and 6 months old who passes the knowledge test and meets DMV requirements.

Nevada GDL supervised hours

Nevada's graduated licensing rules require applicants under 18 to complete 50 hours of supervised driving, with 10 of those hours at night.

DMV-approved driver education

Nevada requires applicants under 18 to complete a DMV-approved driver education course, which includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training.

Instructor recordkeeping duty

A driving instructor must keep accurate records of lessons, supervised driving hours, and completion certificates; falsifying records violates licensing and ethical requirements.