Oklahoma Driver Manual Flashcards

Flashcards based on the Oklahoma Driver's Manual

Who is required to have an Oklahoma Driver License?

To operate a car, truck, or motorcycle on any Oklahoma street or highway.

What documents are accepted as primary identification when applying for an Oklahoma Driver License?

A valid Oklahoma Driver License, originally issued after November 1, 2007; Certified U.S. birth certificate; A valid, unexpired U.S. Passport

What is the purpose of a REAL ID?

Beginning May 7, 2025, it will be required to board a domestic flight, visit military bases or specific federal buildings, or enter nuclear power plants.

What type of vehicle requires a Class A, B, or C Commercial License?

Single or combination vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more; a vehicle transporting hazardous materials in amounts requiring a placard; or a vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver.

What is the minimum age to obtain a Commercial Learner Permit in Oklahoma?

18 years old

What is the minimum age to obtain a Class D License in Oklahoma?

16 years old, if they show completion certificate from an approved driver education course.

What type of license is the Motorcycle Endorsement in Oklahoma?

Added to Class A, B, C, or D license.

What are the training requirements for Parent-Taught Driver Education in Oklahoma?

Students are required to complete 30 hours of classroom training and 55 hours of actual behind-the-wheel training

What restrictions are placed on Graduated Driver License (GDL) in Oklahoma?

It restricts their driving time to the hours of 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. with exceptions and limits teens with a restricted license to one passenger

What are the three tests required for a Class D Oklahoma Driver License?

Vision screening, written test, and driving test.

List the responsibilities of an Oklahoma Driver License holder.

Write down your driver license number and memorize it; Always carry your license with you when you drive; You are required by law to show it to a trooper, police officer, sheriff or judge when asked.

What vehicle equipment MUST be inspected and in good working order before a drive test in Oklahoma?

Headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, parking lights, plate lights, reflectors; Valid Oklahoma license plate; Rearview mirror

What could result from not abiding by the laws of the State of Oklahoma as it pertains to driving?

Losing the privilege to drive or having one's license denied, canceled, suspended, or revoked.

What are examples of driving restrictions that may be placed on an Oklahoma Driver License?

Corrective lenses, Left outside rear vision mirror, Automatic transmission, or Turn indicators and power steering or steering knob.

What could be the penalty for driving without a valid license in Oklahoma?

$500 or 6 months in jail or both.

What must a car have in order to be driven legally in Oklahoma?

Current license tag, registration, and title.

What are the minimum limits of liability insurance required for Oklahoma drivers?

$25,000 for injury or death of one person; $50,000 per accident; $25,000 of property damage

What should a driver do when encountering a red octagon STOP sign?

Come to a complete stop at the intersection. You must stop before the pedestrian crosswalk, even if it isn’t marked. Stay stopped until the way is clear in all directions.

What are the different types of traffic signs?

Regulatory signs, Warning signs, Railroad warning signs, Construction and maintenance signs, or Guide signs

What are the characteristics of Regulatory Signs?

Black and white rectangles.

What should a driver do when encountering a red and white triangle YIELD sign?

Slow down and be ready to stop if needed; Let oncoming vehicles pass before crossing or entering the flow of traffic.

What are the characteristics of Warning Signs?

Diamond-shaped, with a yellow background and black letters

What color are construction and maintenance signs?

Orange

What is the penalty for failing to obey construction and maintenance signs in Oklahoma?

A misdemeanor punishable by a fine between $100.00 to $1,000.00 and/or up to 30 days in jail plus liability for damage to property and injury or death of another person.

What type of information do Guide Signs provide?

Travel information; They identify highways, show distances, mark exits, point to parks and recreation areas and more.

What is the purpose of traffic signals?

Eliminate the guesswork about who goes next by granting the right-of-way in each direction.

What should a driver do when encountering a red light?

Come to a complete stop before entering the crosswalk or intersection. You must remain stopped until the light turns green.

What should a driver do when encountering a flashing yellow left arrow

Reduce speed and cautiously proceed with left turn after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians

Who has the right-of-way at intersections without stop signs or signals in Oklahoma?

The car or truck that entered the intersection first has the right-of-way. When two vehicles approach at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

What does the law say you should do when approaching a blind person crossing the street in Oklahoma?

Stop immediately and let the person pass; Stop outside the crosswalk, not in the crosswalk; A vehicle must stop 15 feet from a blind person in the roadway or at an intersection.

Before changing lanes, what should the driver do?

The driver signals for a lane change, the driver looks in the rearview mirror, the driver looks over their shoulder in the direction they will be moving.

When should a driver avoid using an Expressway?

If your car is not in good condition or if you can’t or don’t want to drive at or above the minimum speed limit, don’t use the expressway.

What should a driver do after pasing a truck

If the driver blinks the truck’s lights after you pass, it’s a signal that you are cleared to pull back in front of the truck

When are you able to pass on the left

Check ahead for at least 200 feet of clear roadway without a “No Passing Zone.

What is the Basic Speed Rule in Oklahoma?

The Basic Speed Rule does not set an exact speed limit but means that the speed you may drive is limited by the current conditions.

What is the speed limit on controlled access highways in Oklahoma, unless otherwise posted?

75 mph

What is the speed limit in highways within state parks or wildlife refuges in Oklahoma, unless otherwise posted?

35 mph

How should you adjust your driving at night?

Adjust your speed so you can stop within the distance you can see.

What should you do while breaking on ice, snow, sleet, gravel, sand and other loose surfaces in Oklahoma?

Tap the brakes slightly, about one second apart. ; Sudden over-correction can make you lose control of your car.

What should be the space between cars to keep a safe distance?

Avoid following too closely; Stay far enough behind the next vehicle that, if it should stop suddenly, you can stop safely.

What should a driver do while backing out of a parking place?

Look in both directions and double-check for cars and pedestrians, Accelerate gently and smoothly, keeping your speed slow, Steer slightly in the direction the rear of the vehicle should move

Who is able to get a disabled parking placard?

Service Oklahoma issues a transferable parking permit to physically disabled residents who may be the driver or the passenger of any vehicle

What is the proper procedure when Passing by a bicycle

Exercise due care by leaving a safe distance between the motor vehicle and the bicycle of not less than 3 feet until the motor vehicle is safely past the overtaken bicycle

In America, what percentage of goods are shipped by truck?

72 percent of goods

You must yield to trains because a train traveling at 55 mph takes a mile or more to stop.

You must ALWAYS yield to trains

If stalled on the train tracks

Run at a 45 degree angle away from the tracks in the direction that the train is coming

When should you switch from high to low beam headlights?

Dim your high beam headlights to low beams within 1000 feet of an oncoming vehicle or within 600 feet of the vehicle you are following.

What is OKLAHOMA IMPLIED CONSENT LAWS?

The very act of driving or being in actual physical control of a motor vehicle means that you have agreed to take one or more tests to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC)

What should do the violator that license is suspended or revoked?

If your license is suspended or revoked, you can’t apply for a new license until you are reinstated and you can’t legally drive until your license is restored.