Reflection Journal Module 3 and 4 Essay Example
Module 3: Natural Forces Affecting the Driver
Vocabulary: Please define six (6) of the following terms in your own words. Please do not just copy and paste the definition.
1. Gravity- The force that pulls all things to the earth.
2. Inertia -
3. Potential Energy – The energy that is stored
4. Kinetic Energy - The force of movement or motion
5. Friction – Rubbing one or more objects against each other
6. Traction – The force or friction between the tires and roads
7. Centrifugal Force –
8. Centripetal Force – The force that pulls from the center of an object
9. Deceleration -
10. Force of impact- A force made when objects come together or meet
Module 4: Signs, Signals & Pavement Markings
1. Explain the purpose of the following
A. The difference between solid and broken lines is: Broken lines of any color means you can cross or pass
Solid lines of any color means you cannot cross or pass
B. Yellow lines (broken or solid) indicate what type of traffic flow: Yellow lines that are broken or solid indicate the separation of lanes of traffic moving in different directions.
C. White lines (broken or solid) indicate what type of traffic flow: White lines that are broken or solid indicate the separation of lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
2. Observe and describe the different signs in YOUR city. Give specific examples of each (include color, shape, what the sign is for, etc.).
A. A regulatory sign: Regulatory signs are rectangle and white with black lettering. These signs tell you what rules to follow.
B. A motorist services sign:
C. A recreational sign: Recreational signs are rectangle and brown. These signs tell or show you descriptions or images of any place that’s nearby such as parks.
D. A sign that you know what it means because of its shape: A stop sign. It’s a red octagon sign with white lettering that says stop. Everyone knows the stops sign.
*If each of the above signs do not appear in your town then describe
Vocabulary: Please define six (6) of the following terms in your own words. Please do not just copy and paste the definition.
1. Gravity- The force that pulls all things to the earth.
2. Inertia -
3. Potential Energy – The energy that is stored
4. Kinetic Energy - The force of movement or motion
5. Friction – Rubbing one or more objects against each other
6. Traction – The force or friction between the tires and roads
7. Centrifugal Force –
8. Centripetal Force – The force that pulls from the center of an object
9. Deceleration -
10. Force of impact- A force made when objects come together or meet
Module 4: Signs, Signals & Pavement Markings
1. Explain the purpose of the following
A. The difference between solid and broken lines is: Broken lines of any color means you can cross or pass
Solid lines of any color means you cannot cross or pass
B. Yellow lines (broken or solid) indicate what type of traffic flow: Yellow lines that are broken or solid indicate the separation of lanes of traffic moving in different directions.
C. White lines (broken or solid) indicate what type of traffic flow: White lines that are broken or solid indicate the separation of lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
2. Observe and describe the different signs in YOUR city. Give specific examples of each (include color, shape, what the sign is for, etc.).
A. A regulatory sign: Regulatory signs are rectangle and white with black lettering. These signs tell you what rules to follow.
B. A motorist services sign:
C. A recreational sign: Recreational signs are rectangle and brown. These signs tell or show you descriptions or images of any place that’s nearby such as parks.
D. A sign that you know what it means because of its shape: A stop sign. It’s a red octagon sign with white lettering that says stop. Everyone knows the stops sign.
*If each of the above signs do not appear in your town then describe