Module 6

A driver must ___ pedestrians in crosswalks, whether marked or unmarked.

yield to

More than 50 percent of pedestrian-motorist crashes occur at ____.

intersections

What does this sign indicate?

Do not walk

Bicyclists must follow the same right-of-way laws as motorists. (T/F)

True

When passing a bicycle rider, the law is to create at least ____ feet of passing space. However, it is recommended that you provide at least ____ feet of space between you and a bicyclist on the roadway.

3,5

Mopeds/scooters cannot be driven on a roadway where the speed limit is faster than ____ mph.

35

You must wear a Department of Transportation (DOT) approved ____ when operating a moped.

helmet

What program is available for educating motorcyclists?

Virginia Rider Training Program

You must ____ for stopped school buses with flashing red lights and extended stop sign.

stop

When the roadway is divided by a physical barrier such as a median, ditch, or guardrail, only traffic traveling ____ of the school bus must stop when the school bus has its warning devices on or is loading or unloading passengers.

in the direction

Use the ____ rule to keep a safe distance between your vehicle and a school bus.

3 second rule

A ______ is a type of public transport bus service that is used on shorter distances.

transit bus

_____ are areas set up by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) where roadwork takes place and may involve closures, detours, and moving equipment.

Work zones

What are the two leading causes of work zone crashes?

speeding, distracted motorist

____ color signals a change and warns motorists of highway work zones.

Orange

In a work zone the ____ area is where lanes narrow or merge, and the traffic pattern changes.

transition

In a work zone the ___ area is a safety barrier between you and the work zone.

buffer

____ help warn motorists of oversize vehicle loads.

Pilot cars

What does this emblem indicate?

slow moving vehicle

You should never pass a funeral procession. (T/F)

True

You should stay at least 500 feet away from emergency vehicles. (T/F)

True

A train takes about 2 miles to stop when traveling 55 mph. (T/F)

False

When approaching a railroad crossing, lower the radio, look for flashing lights, check behind you, and put foot on the brake. (T/F)

True

Stop at the white line on the pavement or no closer than 25 feet or average car length from crossing. (T/F)

False

When passing a bicycle rider, try to create at least ___ feet of passing space.

5

What does this sign indicate?

flagger at work zone in 500?