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NHSA Module 7 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the primary goal of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)?✔✔To save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce road traffic crashes.
Describe the purpose of seat belts in vehicles.✔✔Seat belts prevent passengers from being thrown around inside the vehicle or ejected during a collision, reducing the risk of injury.
What is the speed limit in a school zone when children are outside or crossing the street?✔✔The speed limit is typically 20 mph, unless otherwise posted.
Explain the importance of using turn signals when changing lanes.✔✔Turn signals communicate your intention to other drivers, helping to avoid accidents caused by sudden lane changes.
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✔✔Airbags inflate rapidly upon impact, helping to cushion and protect passengers from direct contact with the dashboard or steering wheel.
Describe the function of an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).✔✔ABS prevents the wheels from locking up during hard braking, helping to maintain steering control and avoid skidding.
What is the legal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 years old in most states?✔✔The legal BAC limit is 0.08%.
Explain why it’s important to maintain a safe following distance.✔✔Maintaining a safe following distance gives you enough time to react to sudden stops or hazards ahead.
Define distracted driving.✔✔Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention from driving, including texting, talking on the phone, eating, or adjusting the radio.
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