Drivers Ed Vocab

Lane Position 1

The car is centered within the travel lane

Lane Position 2

3-6 in off the center line

Lane Position 3

Right side of the lane, 3-6 in from the bike lane

Lane Position 4

Straddling the line on the left, used when making room on the right

Lane Position 5

Straddling the line on the right, used when making room on the left

Side Position 3

The same as Lane Position 3, but when there is no bike lane

What is trail braking?

Trail braking is a technique where a driver gradually releases the brake while entering a turn, allowing for better control and balance of the vehicle.

Left Turn Hand Signal

Arm straight out the window

Right Turn Hand Signal

Arm bent at 90 degree angle up

Slow/Stop Hand Signal

Arm at 90 degree angle down

Yellow road markings indicate _____.

areas for warning or guidance for drivers, such as separating lanes of traffic flowing in opposite directions.

White road markings indicate _____.

areas for guidance or regulation, such as lane separation or pedestrian crossings.