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5. Peripheral Vision

Peripheral vision refers to the field of view surrounding the central portion of your visual field. While you see things most clearly directly ahead, objects to the sides are less distinct in your peripheral vision. However, it still plays a crucial role in safe driving and should not be underestimated.

Having limited peripheral vision can significantly impact your ability to drive safely unless you compensate for it by increasing scanning and visual search. Peripheral vision is essential for detecting vital information while driving, such as road signs, potential hazards, and changes in traffic flow.

Moreover, it aids in controlling your vehicle. When you glance in the rear-view mirror, peripheral vision helps monitor traffic in front of you. It also assists in keeping your vehicle centered in the lane by monitoring lane boundaries and maintaining proper orientation within traffic.

Without adequate peripheral vision, drivers may:

  • Fail to react to hazards approaching from the left or right.
  • Miss or disregard a stop light hanging over an intersection.
  • Weave while navigating curves.
  • Drive too closely to parked cars.

To drive safely, it's essential to maintain good peripheral vision and be aware of its significance in gathering critical information and ensuring proper vehicle control. Regular visual checks and scanning techniques can help compensate for any limitations and enhance overall awareness on the road.


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Lesson 3 Quiz


You will now answer 5 questions to test what you learned during this lesson. You must answer all questions correctly to receive completion credit for this lesson. You may answer the questions as many times as necessary to get them right.

You should review the lesson material if you don't do well on the quiz.

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  2. When listening to your car radio, or other audio device:


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  3. The "P" in the SIPDE process stands for:


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  4. A vehicles' "blind spots" are:


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  5. The colorless, odorless and poisonous gas from the exhaust is called:


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