#1
Which organization sets vehicle safety regulations in the United States?
Federal Aviation Administration
Environmental Protection Agency
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Federal Communications Commission
#2
Which organization sets vehicle safety standards in the United States?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Department of Transportation (DOT)
#3
What does ABS stand for in terms of vehicle safety?
Automated Braking System
Automatic Braking System
Antilock Braking System
Advanced Braking System
#4
What is the primary purpose of the FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards)?
To regulate vehicle emissions
To establish standards for vehicle manufacturing
To set requirements for vehicle performance
To determine vehicle resale value
#5
What is the primary goal of the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)?
To provide vehicle insurance policies
To develop fuel-efficient vehicles
To conduct research on vehicle safety and reduce motor vehicle crashes
To regulate vehicle emissions
#6
What is the purpose of the 'check engine' light on a vehicle's dashboard?
To indicate low fuel level
To alert the driver to potential engine problems
To notify the driver of upcoming maintenance
To remind the driver to fasten seat belts
#7
What is the minimum age requirement for a child to ride in a front-facing car seat in most U.S. states?
2 years old
4 years old
6 years old
8 years old
#8
Which safety feature in vehicles is designed to prevent the wheels from locking up during braking?
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
#9
What does the term 'NCAP' stand for in the context of vehicle safety?
National Climate Action Plan
New Car Assessment Program
National Consumer Advocacy Panel
Non-Collapsible Airbag Protection
#10
Which of the following is NOT typically included in a vehicle's safety features?
Airbags
Seat belts
Cruise control
ABS
#11
What is the purpose of the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP)?
To assess the environmental impact of vehicles
To evaluate the fuel efficiency of vehicles
To provide consumers with safety ratings of vehicles
To certify vehicles for roadworthiness
#12
What is the purpose of the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme)?
To evaluate the performance of vehicle engines
To assess the safety of new vehicles
To determine vehicle emissions standards
To regulate vehicle insurance policies
#13
Which of the following is NOT typically included in crash tests conducted by safety organizations?
Frontal Impact Test
Side Impact Test
Rollover Test
Fuel Efficiency Test
#14
Which safety feature helps protect occupants by preventing them from being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash?
Traction control
Stability control
Roll-over protection system
Side curtain airbags
#15
What is the purpose of the Child Occupant Protection Programme (COPP)?
To provide financial assistance for child safety seats
To educate parents about safe driving practices with children
To evaluate the safety of vehicles for child passengers
To promote child-friendly vehicle designs
#16
Which of the following factors influences vehicle rollover risk?
Vehicle weight and height
Tire pressure
Engine horsepower
Interior upholstery
#17
What does the term 'crumple zone' refer to in vehicle safety engineering?
A designated area for storing emergency supplies in a vehicle
A region of the vehicle designed to absorb energy in a collision
A feature that prevents the vehicle from rolling over during sharp turns
A compartment for storing spare tires
#18
Which safety technology utilizes sensors to detect and prevent collisions with other vehicles or objects?
Lane departure warning
Blind spot monitoring
Forward collision warning
Adaptive cruise control