traffic control signals and warning and light signals

this is all about the signals

when the right hand is extended

know that all cars from the right hand side where the regulators hand is extended they cannot go but from the non extended hand all cars can go

when the regulators hand is raised up what does that mean?

all traffic must stop

What does a green flashing signal mean?

Vehicles may proceed, but it warns that the signal is about to change to prohibiting.

What does a green pedestrian signal mean?

Pedestrians may proceed.

What does a green arrow outlined in black mean?

Road users may proceed in the arrow’s direction

What does an amber signal mean?

Traffic is prohibited (except in special cases) and warns signals are about to change. If it has black arrows, they show the direction allowed when green appears. If it has a bicycle, it applies only to bicycles.

What do amber and red signals together mean?

Passing is prohibited

What does a flashing amber light mean?

Passing is allowed, but the intersection or crossing is uncontrolled.

What does a flashing white light at a level crossing mean?

Vehicles may proceed after ensuring no train is approaching.

What does a red circular light (or two alternating red lights) mean?

Vehicles must not pass. Black arrows indicate where traffic may go once green appears.

What does a lane control traffic light (X and arrow system) mean?

Red 'X': Lane closed. Green arrow: Lane open. Amber diagonal arrow: Lane closing, drivers must change lanes immediately.

What should drivers do if traffic lights are off or only yellow is on at a lane with a double broken line?

They must not enter the lane.

How are traffic light signals arranged vertically?

From top to bottom: red, amber, green.

How are traffic lights arranged horizontally?

Red on the left, amber in the middle, green on the right.

What does a metal plate with a green right arrow next to a red light mean?

Vehicles may turn right after stopping at STOP sign/line or pedestrian crossing, and only if safe.

What may supplement traffic lights to help pedestrians?

Audible signals for blind pedestrians.

What may supplement red lights at level crossings?

A sound signal.

What does it mean when a traffic officer’s arms are extended sideways or down?

Vehicles from left & right may go straight/turn right

What signals can a traffic officer use to order vehicles to STOP?

Waving baton/paddle, loudspeaker command, STOP sign on light-board of marked vehicle.

What must a driver do after receiving a STOP signal from an officer?

Immediately stop in the indicated place; if none, stop on right shoulder or right edge of road.

How can a traffic officer attract attention before giving a signal?

By using a whistle.

What can supplement traffic lights to help blind pedestrians?

Audible signals indicating it is safe to cross.

When must motor vehicles, tractors, and self-propelled vehicles drive with headlights on?

During hours of darkness, with either low beam or main beam headlights on.

On lighted roads at night, which headlights must be used?

Low beam headlights.

At what distance from an oncoming vehicle must drivers switch from main beam to low beam?

At least 150 meters.

Besides lighted roads and oncoming vehicles, when else must main beam headlights be switched to low beam?

In any situation where main beams can dazzle other drivers (including those traveling in the same direction).

What must a dazzled driver do? (a driver who is blindeded by the lights like the other car is blidning this driver these drivers are called dazzled drivers)

Switch on hazard warning lights, slow down without changing lanes, and stop if necessary.

In daylight, which lights must vehicles use?

Low beam headlights or running lights.

When may fog lights be used?

Only when visibility is seriously reduced, or if the front left-side low beam fails.

Which vehicles must use headlights during hours of darkness?

Motor vehicles, tractors, and self-propelled vehicles.

Which headlights may be used at night (hours of darkness)?

Low beam or main beam headlights.

On lighted roads at night, which headlights must be used?

Low beam headlights.

At what distance from an approaching vehicle must main beam headlights be switched to low beam?

At least 150 meters.

Why must main beam headlights sometimes be switched to low beam even without oncoming traffic?

To avoid dazzling other drivers, including those traveling in the same direction.

What must a driver do if dazzled by another vehicle’s lights?

Switch on hazard warning lights, slow down without changing lanes, and stop if necessary.

In daylight, what lights must vehicles use?

Low beam headlights or running lights.

What is the purpose of using headlights in daylight?

To improve visibility of the vehicle to others.

When may fog lights be used?

Only when visibility is seriously reduced.

Besides fog, in what other case may fog lights be used?

If the front left-side low beam light fails.

Can fog lights be used in clear weather?

No, only when visibility is seriously reduced.

At night, in good visibility conditions, low beam headlights illuminate up to?

50m

Your car breaks down and the battery is discharged. What should you pay attention to?

✅ 1. Attach a warning triangle to the rear of the towed vehicle.

explaantion: If the battery is dead, the hazard warning lights won’t work. To warn other drivers, the towed car must display a warning triangle at the back. Towing is allowed both day and night, as long as proper warning is given.

From November 10 to March 31, the tread depth of passenger car tires must be at least:

3.0mm

During the winter season in Lithuania, passenger cars must use winter tires with a tread depth of no less than 3.0 mm to ensure safe traction on snow, ice, and wet roads.

When the thermostat valve is stuck in the open position, the engine:

✅ Does not warm up to the required temperature

A thermostat regulates coolant flow. If it’s stuck open, coolant circulates constantly, preventing the engine from reaching optimal operating temperature. This can cause poor fuel efficiency and higher engine wear.

How do you know that a shock absorber is working properly?

✅ 1. When you press down and quickly release the car’s fender, the body returns to its original position and stops.

A good shock absorber dampens oscillations. If the car keeps bouncing or swinging after release, the shock absorber is worn out.

Who can drive in the first lane?

buses, school buses, Motorcycles if this lane is marked with the motorcycle symbol

At what speed can you drive right away from November to March?

dont be fooled the motorway starts in 800m not right now, so only after 800m will you be able to drive at 110km/h but before you reach it you have to drive in 90km/h speed

The width of the lane occupied by a vehicle when turning mostly depends on:

✅ 1. The wheelbase of the car (distance between the axles)

A longer wheelbase means a wider turning radius, so the vehicle occupies more lane space in a turn. Vehicle width, clearance, or speed have less influence compared to the wheelbase.