Studied by 22 peopleYou are required by law to notify MVD of any change of address or change to your name within:
10 Days
Most children age 4 to 8 need:
A booster seat.
Children aged 12 and under should never:
Ride in the front seat of a car because of dangers associated with airbags.
Dialing 511 from any cell or conventional phone will connect you to:
Travel information service for minute-by-minute reports about traffic conditions and road closures.
Being constantly aware of the driving conditions, planning ahead, anticipating dangers and taking the right action so as not to come in contact with any obstacle or another vehicle is known as:
Defensive Driving
The key to safe driving is:
Courtesy and consideration toward others.
Maintaining concentration and alertness while driving means:
Keeping your mind on driving.
The best way to prepare yourself for unpredictable events is to:
Drive defensively
Being able to size up traffic situations as quickly as possible and being prepared to take corrective action is known in driving terms as:
Foresight
There is a potential accident in any minor:
Distraction
If you are going to use a cellular phone or send or receive a text message, you should:
Pull of the road safely and stop.
As a defensive driver, you should:
Avoid a fixed stare. Keep your eyes moving and learn to "read" the road. Check your rearview mirror often, and turn your head and check your side mirrors before changing lanes.
When sharing a lane with a bicycle, you should allow how much clearance between your vehicle and the cyclist?
3 feet
If you encounter a cyclist sharing your lane ahead, you should be sure to:
Moderate your speed. A gust of wind could knock the cyclist to the ground. Be alert for bicycle swerving.
What can you use to determine if you have enough cushion between you and the vehicle you are following?
The 3-6 second rule.
What is a Graduated License (Class G)?
A graduated driver license is issued to an applicant who is at least 16, but less than 18, years of age and is valid to operate any vehicle that does not require a motorcycle or commercial license.
For the first 6 months, a driver with a graduated driver license shall not drive a motor vehicle between the hours of midnight and 5:00 a.m. unless:
-A parent or legal guardian with a valid Class A, B, C, or D license occupies the front passenger seat or -Driving directly to or from a sanctioned school-sponsored activity, place of employment, a sanctioned religious activity or a family emergency.
For the first 6 months, a driver with a graduated driver license shall not drive a motor vehicle containing more than one passenger under the age of 18, unless:
-The passengers are the teen driver's siblings or -The teen driver is accompanied by a parent or legal guardian with a valid class A, B, C or D driver license who occupies the front passenger seat.
If you are under the age of 18, have a graduated driver license, and are convicted of a traffic violation for the first time, the penalty for a first conviction is:
-Must attend Traffic Survival School and; -Violation goes on driving record.
True or false: The holder of a graduated driver license is required to obtain an operator license at age 18.
False. The holder of a graduated driver license is NOT required to obtain an operator license at age 18, but may choose to obtain one.
If you are one of the first persons to come upon the scene of a collision:
-Pull your vehicle off the road. -Turn off the ignition of vehicles involved in the crash. -Do not smoke. -Give as much assistance as possible to those who may have been injured. -Do NOT move injured persons unless there is danger of fire. -Notify emergency officials; CALL 911 -Ask others who have stopped to warn the approaching traffic. -Do NOT stand or walk in traffic lanes.
If you encounter a severe dust storm, you should:
-Reduce your speed immediately. -Drive carefully off the highway. -Stop as far to the right as possible. -Turn of your lights/take your foot off the brake. -Turn off hazard lights. -Wait until the dust storm has passed.
The best way to prevent hydroplaning is to slow down. If your car does hydroplane, you should:
-Take your foot off the accelerator. -Do not brake. -Avoid steering changes (if possible). -Hold the wheel firmly until your tires grip the road again.
Fog reflects light and can reflect your own headlights into your eyes. When driving in fog, you should:
-Use low beams only. -Look for road edge markings to guide you. -Slow down. -If necessary, pull off the road and turn your headlights off, then stay there until the fog lifts.
These lines separate lanes of traffic going in opposite directions. They also indicate that passing on the left is permitted when the roadway is clear.
Broken yellow lines.
These lines together indicate that passing is permitted only in one direction.
Solid and broken yellow lines. If the broken yellow line is on your side, you may pass when the roadway is clear. If the solid yellow line is on your side, you may not pass.
These lines mean that passing is not allowed in either direction. You may not cross the lines unless you are making a left turn.
Double yellow lines.
These lines separate lanes of traffic going in the same direction. They may be crossed with caution.
Broken white lines.
A curb painted WHITE means:
You may stop only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers.
A curb painted YELLOW means:
You may stop only long enough to load or unload. Stay with your car.
A curb painted RED means:
You may not stop, stand, or park.
These lines are used for turn lanes and to prevent lane changes near intersections. Arrows are often used with the lines to indicate which turn may be made from the lane.
Solid white lines.
You are traveling in a lane marked with an arrow pointing left and the word "ONLY" painted beneath it. You may:
Turn left. Only a left turn is permitted in this lane.
You are traveling in a lane marked with both an arrow pointing left and an arrow pointing straight. You may:
Turn left or go straight. Both are permitted in this lane.
If you will be traveling on a one-way street for several blocks, it is best to stay in what lane?
The center lane. The left and right lanes will be used for turning vehicles. Driving in the center lane will reduce your risk for collision.
While driving, you encounter a vehicle that is part of a funeral procession being led by a funeral escort vehicle flashing a red or a blue light. You:
Yield the right of way to the vehicle. All vehicles involved in a funeral procession have the right of way.
When do pedestrians have the right-of-way over motor vehicles?
In any event that pedestrians are crossing any road/street or in any marked/unmarked crosswalk.
The key to entering a freeway smoothly is to:
Accelerate on the entrance ramp/lane to match the speed of freeway traffic in the right lane, signal, check the traffic around you, and merge carefully. Do not cross a solid line.
What is the best way to bring your car out of a skid?
-Do not press on the brake any further; this will only make the skid worse. -Turn the wheel quickly in the direction you want your vehicle to follow (in the direction of the skid). -As the car begins to straighten out, turn the wheel quickly back the other way so your vehicle does not skid in the opposite direction. -Continue turning the wheel back and forth as necessary until your vehicle straightens to its normal path.
Refusal to submit to the required test to determine the alcohol/drug content of any person operating a motor vehicle will result in:
If you refuse to submit to or do not successfully complete any tests when you are arrested for driving under the influence, you will automatically lose your driving privilege for 12 months, or 24 months for a second refusal within 84 months.
Before leaving your car parked on a downgrade, you should:
Set your parking (emergency) brake.
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
A flashing red light has the same meaning as a stop sign. You must come to a complete stop, then proceed with caution when the roadway is clear.
What does a green arrow appearing with a red traffic light mean?
A green arrow appearing alone or with another signal light means that you may proceed in the direction of the arrow, if you are in the proper lane and the roadway is clear.
When you're leaving an alley or private driveway and approaching a sidewalk, you should:
Stop before reaching the sidewalk. Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and approaching vehicles.
You have arrived at a red light and intend to make a right turn. Your car is in the right (outside) lane. You should:
(where not prohibited by signs) Make a right turn after coming to a complete stop, and when motor traffic and pedestrian traffic are clear.
When driving in traffic, you should stay far enough behind the vehicle ahead to:
Avoid a collision if the traffic stops suddenly. The 3-6 second rule ensures the proper "space cushion" to keep you and other drivers safe.
What does a solid yellow line painted on your side of a highway center line mean?
You may not pass.
What are the rights of a person riding a bicycle in the street?
Cyclists must obey the same traffic laws as drivers of vehicles, and they have the right-of-way under the same conditions as motorists.
When approaching a school bus that is picking up or dropping off passengers, you must:
Come to a complete stop before reaching the bus. Proceed only when the driver has recalled all flashing red lights and signs that indicate pedestrians crossing.
How many days do you have to report a change of address?
10 days.
What should you do if you have a tire blowout?
-Hold the steering wheel tightly and keep your vehicle going straight. -Ease off the gas pedal; do not apply the brakes. -Let the vehicle slow down until it is almost stopped. -Just before your vehicle stops, pull off the roadway and apply the brakes.
What is the speed limit in a residential area?
25 mph.
When is it OK to pass on the right?
Passing on the right is permitted only when it is safe and; -The driver of the other vehicle is making a left turn. -An open highway is clearly marked for two or more lanes or vehicles moving in the same direction as you are going. -You are in a business or residential district where the pavement is wide enough for two or more lanes of vehicles moving in the same direction as you are going.
When must you use headlights?
As soon as the light begins to fade in the late afternoon and from sunset to sunrise.
What should you do in a dust storm?
-Reduce your speed immediately. -Drive carefully off the highway. -Stop as far to the right as possible. -Turn off your lights/take your foot off the brake. -Turn of hazard lights. -Wait until the dust storm has passed.
When must you use a child safety seat?
When any child age 5 and under is being transported in a vehicle.
How long should you signal before you turn and when?
At least 4 seconds/100 feet and until you are in the intersection.
Where are your blind spots?
Areas on the left and right sides of your vehicle that are not visible in your mirror.
What is aggressive driving?
Committing a series of acts during a single, continuous period of driving that presents an immediate hazard to another person or vehicle, exceeding the posted speed limit, and committing two of the following violations: -Failure to obey traffic control signs or signals. - Passing another vehicle on the right side. -Unsafe lane change. -Following too close. -Failure to yield to emergency vehicles.
When can you make a left turn on red?
You can't. Unless there is a traffic control light permitting your turn by signaling a green left arrow.
What is the 3-6 second rule?
An effective method which allows the driver to monitor the amount of distance or (cushion) between his/her vehicle and the vehicle directly ahead of them.
What is the color/purpose of a diamond-shaped traffic sign?
Signs warn of a possible danger ahead and are yellow.
When no limit is posted, what speed limit must be followed when approaching a school crossing?
15 mph.
When no limit is posted, what speed limit must be followed when approaching a residential area?
25 mph.
When no limit is posted, what speed limit must be followed on open highways?
55 mph.
When no limit is posted, what speed limit must be followed on designated open highways?
65 mph.
When no limit is posted, what speed limit must be followed on rural interstate highways?
75 mph.
Operator License (Class D)
Allow you to drive any vehicle that doesn't require a motorcycle or commercial license.
Motorcycle License (Class M)
Drive a motorcycle
Commercial Driver License (Class A, B, or C)
Class A: Truck Class B: 26,000 pounds or more Class C: Under 26,000 pounds
Rearview Mirror
Must show 200 feet
How to pass a vehicle?
On the left then go to the right lane.
Dont pass when:
-Double or solid lines -100 feet of street or railroad crossing or bridge -Approaching curve
Roundabouts:
-Yield traffic in the circle -Traffic in roundabout has right-of-way
Downhill grade
Turn wheels toward curbs and set brakes
Uphill grade
Wheels to the left
No curb
Turn wheels to the right
Illegal to park:
-20 feet crosswalk -50 feet railroad crossing -15 feet fire hydrant
What do you do when approach highway?
Increase speed to match vehicles on the road.
What is right lane used for highway?
Entering and exiting, slow traffic
What is the left lane used for highway?
higher-speed traffic
What happens at inoperative traffic signals when two vehicles arrive at the same time?
Left vehicle yields right of way to the right vehicle.
T -intersections
The driver on the street that ends must yield the right of way to the vehicle in the street.
Left Turn
When you are preparing to turn left, must yield right of way to oncoming vehicles.
Fire truck
500 feet
Police
3oo feet
Octagon shape
Stop signs
Triangle Shape
Yield right of way to cross traffic or to merging traffic
Rectangular Shape
Regulate Traffic and driver's speed and direction
Diamond Shape
Yellow and warn that dangers are up ahead
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