WA state written Drivers Test 낱말 카드 | Quizlet

When merging or changing lanes, how big of a gap do you want between you and the vehicles in the lane you are entering? (seconds)

4 seconds

What should you do if your accelerator sticks?

Shift into neutral

Why should you adjust your mirrors properly?

to eliminate blind spots

What are three signs that a green light is stale?

pedestrian dont walk sign is red, the light has been green as long as you've seen it, and there is a long line of cars.

When you are making a normal left turn (unprotected) what is the last thing you make sure of?

no oncoming traffic

What percentage of fatal collisions are caused by alcohol?

40%

If it's some ones very first charge of impaired driving, what is the maximum possible fine?

$5000

Whats the most common behavior of drivers who are intoxicated with alcohol?

speeding and driving aggressively.

If you have been in a crash with another driver who must exchange...

contact information and insurance number.

An IDL license allow you to drive with friends over what age...?

20

are there fines for violating IDL rules?

No

You must report a collision that result in injury, death, or more then $700 in property damage within how many days?

4

If you move, how soon do you have to notify the DOL of adress change?

10 days

What are the things stuck to your rear license plate?

Motor vehicle tabs

When you see a flashing red light you treat is as a _______?

stop sign

How far from a turn do you put on your signal?

100 ft

When entering a roundabout who do you have to yield to?

Drivers already in the roundabout.

What does an uncontrolled intersection not have?

traffic signs and signals.

In case cars arrive at the same time at a 4-way stop, who has the right of way?

the driver to the RIGHT as the RIGHT of way.

Is it legal to make a right on a red light in Washington?

Yes, as long as you stop and make sure it's clear first.

Is it legal to make a lane change in the middle of an intersection?

No

What is the fine for parking in a handicap stop, without property license plates or hanging tag?

$250

How far do you have to be from a fire hydrant to park?

15 feet

What is the ONLY hill parking situation where you need to park with your wheels pointed toward the street?

When you are facing UPHILL next to a CURB.

How far do you have to be from a stop sign, yield sign, or traffic signal to park.

30 feet

What does red paint on a curb mean?

Dont leave your car there, it will be towed.

How far do you have to be from a railroad crossing to park?

50 feet

How far do you have to be from a driveway of a fire station to park?

20 feet

what is the cross-hatching next to a handicap parking space for?

it makes room for a vehicle to let down its wheelchair ramp so the driver can get out.

what are the 2 things white paint on a curb can mean?

either police parking or a space that's only for loading and unloading.

What three things can teh median of a highway be made of?

grass, concrete, painted yellow stripes at least 18 inches wide.

How far away from another driver should you dim your brights?

when the car is 500 feet away

Whats the most common cause of crashes?

Drivers not paying attention.

when is it legal to pass slow cars on a two lane, two way road?

when there is a dashed yellow line, no solid line, a clear view, and enough time to get safely back in your lane.

What is the speed limit on ocean beaches where driving is legal?

25 mph

In heavy rain your tires lose ALL TRACTION, at what speed?

50 mph

what is the safe and legal way to travel with an infant?

strap them in a car seat in the back seat, facing out the rear window.

if you're approaching an intersection where a pedestrian is "in your half of the roadway-" can you keep going?

No

what's the closest you can get to an emergency vehicle in front of you?

500 ft

a school bus is stopped on a three-way street, with no median, and their stop sign is out, do you need to stop?

No

on multiple lane highways, who should stay in the far right lane?

the slowest moving traffic.

is it legal to drive in a bike lane if you have a very small vehicle?

No

Why does it matter to drivers that deer are pack animals?

because if you see one, there will probably be more.

How far ahead should you be looking on a freeway?

1/4 mile, or 10 seconds.

what color are cautionary signs?

yellow (or fluorescent green)

what color are regulatory signs?

white or red

what are three examples of a regulatory sign?

stop, do not enter, speed limit.

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

slow down and precede with caution

which way do you drive around a roundabout?

to the right

What does HOV stand for?

High occupancy vehicles, means that a lane is reserved for those with more then one person in a car.

Is hitch-hiking legal?

No

can you pass some one on the shoulder?

No

when making left and right turns bicyclists must follow the same rules as drivers. when traveling straight through an intersection bicyclists must...

use a through traffic lane

freeways are safe because...?

all cars are going the same direction

using your low means when following how many feet behind another vehicle?

300 feet or less

if you're convicted of driving under the influence you will be required to have a probationary license for how long?

5 years