Car test

What does a red traffic light mean?

Stop completely

What does a green traffic light mean?

Go if the intersection is clear

What does a yellow traffic light mean?

Slow down and prepare to stop

What does a flashing red light mean?

Stop, then go when safe

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Proceed with caution

What should you do at a stop sign?

Stop completely before the line

Who has the right-of-way at a 4-way stop?

The first vehicle to stop

When should you yield to pedestrians?

Always at crosswalks

What is the speed limit in a school zone?

25 mph (unless posted otherwise)

What is the basic speed law?

Never drive faster than safe for conditions

When should you use your turn signal?

At least 100 feet before turning

What does a solid double yellow line mean?

No passing

What does a broken yellow line mean?

Passing is allowed when safe

What does a solid white line mean?

Do not change lanes

What does a broken white line mean?

Lane changes allowed

When must you stop for a school bus?

When red lights are flashing

What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing?

Look and listen for trains

What is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21?

0.01%

What is the legal BAC limit for adults 21+?

0.08%

What should you do if you see an emergency vehicle with lights on?

Pull over to the right and stop

When driving in fog, what lights should you use?

Low beams

What is tailgating?

Following too closely

How much space should you keep behind another car?

At least 3 seconds

When should you use your horn?

To avoid danger

What should you do before changing lanes?

Check mirrors and blind spots

What is defensive driving?

Driving to avoid accidents

When parking uphill with a curb, which way do you turn wheels?

Away from the curb

When parking downhill with a curb, which way do you turn wheels?

Toward the curb

When parking uphill without a curb, which way do you turn wheels?

Toward the edge of the road

What should you do if your brakes fail?

Pump brakes and use parking brake

What should you do if a tire blows out?

Hold steering wheel and slow down

What is hydroplaning?

Tires lose contact with wet road

What should you do if you start hydroplaning?

Slow down and do not brake hard

When must you dim high beams?

Within 500 feet of oncoming traffic

When can you turn right on red?

After stopping, unless posted otherwise

What should you do at a yield sign?

Slow down and give right-of-way

What is a blind spot?

Area you cannot see in mirrors

What should you do when backing up?

Look over your shoulder

When must you use headlights?

Between sunset and sunrise

What should you do if traffic lights are out?

Treat as a 4-way stop

What is distracted driving?

Driving while not fully focused

Is texting while driving legal?

No

What should you do if you feel tired while driving?

Pull over and rest

What is road rage?

Aggressive or angry driving behavior

What should you do if another driver is aggressive?

Avoid and do not engage

Why is it important to wear a seatbelt?

Reduces risk of injury or death

What should you do before starting your car?

Adjust mirrors and seat