Comprehensive Driver Safety, Traffic Laws, and Road Rules Study Guide

What shape is a STOP sign?

Octagon (8 sides)

What color is a STOP sign?

Red with white letters

What shape is a YIELD sign?

Triangle pointing downward

What color is a YIELD sign?

Red and white

What shape is a warning sign?

Diamond

What color is a warning sign?

Yellow with black symbols or letters

What shape is a railroad crossing sign?

Circular

What shape is a school zone or school crossing sign?

Pentagon (5 sides)

What shape is a route marker sign?

Varies by route type

What color are regulatory signs generally?

White with black lettering

What color are guide signs generally?

Green with white lettering

What color are construction/work zone signs?

Orange with black lettering

What color are recreation and park signs?

Brown with white lettering

What does a red traffic light mean?

Stop

What does a green traffic light mean?

Proceed when safe

What does a yellow traffic light mean?

The signal is about to turn red

What does a flashing red light mean?

Stop completely, then proceed when safe

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Slow down and proceed with caution

What does a red arrow mean?

Stop; do not proceed in the direction of the arrow

What does a green arrow mean?

You may proceed in the direction of the arrow

What does a yellow arrow mean?

Protected movement is ending

What does a solid yellow line mean?

Marks opposing traffic lanes

What does a broken yellow line mean?

Passing permitted when safe

What do double solid yellow lines mean?

No passing

What does a solid white line mean?

Traffic moving in same direction; lane changes discouraged

What does a broken white line mean?

Lane changes permitted when safe

What do crosswalk markings indicate?

Area designated for pedestrian crossing

What does a stop line indicate?

Where vehicles must stop

What does a railroad crossing sign warn of?

A railroad crossing ahead

What should you do at a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?

Stop and wait until it is safe to proceed

Who must yield when entering a roadway from a private driveway?

The driver entering the roadway

Who must yield when entering a roadway from an alley?

The driver entering the roadway

Who must yield when entering a roadway from a parking lot?

The driver entering the roadway

When two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time, who goes first?

The vehicle on the right

When turning left at an intersection, who must yield?

The driver turning left

Who has the right-of-way at an uncontrolled intersection?

The vehicle that arrives first; if simultaneous, the vehicle on the right

Must drivers yield to pedestrians in crosswalks?

Yes

When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren activated, what should you do?

Yield the right-of-way and pull over safely

Can you drive through a funeral procession?

No, once the procession has entered an intersection

When entering a highway from an entrance ramp, who must yield?

The entering driver

Who has the right-of-way on a roundabout?

Traffic already in the roundabout

Before turning right, where should you position your vehicle?

As close as practical to the right curb or edge

Before turning left, where should you position your vehicle?

In the lane closest to the center line or left-turn lane

When making a left turn, must you yield to oncoming traffic?

Yes

Can pedestrians suddenly leave a curb and enter traffic?

No

Who has the right-of-way when a pedestrian is in a crosswalk?

The pedestrian

What should you do if a blind pedestrian is using a white cane or guide dog?

Yield the right-of-way completely

Must you stop for a stopped school bus with flashing red lights?

Yes, unless specifically exempted by roadway conditions