What is Velocitation quizlet?

velocitation. Velocitation is a phenomenon caused by driving for long periods at high speeds. A driver may experience velocitation when coming off of the highway; the change in speed makes him or her think that the car is going much slower than it actually is.

Is Velocitize a word?

Velocitize definition

To become or cause to become accustomed to traveling at a high speed so that when entering a zone in which the speed limit is reduced, especially a highway exit ramp, the driver tends to drive too fast.

What is a pull out area in driving?

an area at the side of a road where drivers may pull off for emergencies, to rest or view the scenery, etc.; pull-off.

Is Velocitation the same as highway hypnosis?

Velocitation means your ability to judge the speed at which you are traveling is temporarily impaired. This happens when your mind has become desensitized to your velocity. Velocitation is different from highway hypnosis. Highway hypnosis is a phenomenon that causes you to go into a trance-like state while driving.