Road Safety and Driving Regulations

Flashcards covering important terms and definitions related to road safety and driving regulations.

Traffic Signs

Signs used to inform and guide drivers on the road, including regulatory, warning, and guide signs.

Regulatory Signs

Signs that provide instructions or restrictions to drivers, often in black and white.

Warning Signs

Signs that alert drivers to potential hazards or changes in the roadway, characterized by yellow or orange colors.

Guide Signs

Signs that provide directional and information assistance to drivers, often in green or blue.

Mile Markers

Signs that indicate the distance traveled or remaining on an interstate highway.

Speed Limit Signs

Signs that indicate the maximum speed vehicles are allowed to travel on a roadway.

Yield Sign

A sign that indicates a driver must prepare to stop and give the right of way to other road users.

HOV Lane

High Occupancy Vehicle lane, reserved for vehicles with multiple passengers.

Blind Zone

Areas around a vehicle that are not visible to the driver, especially when backing up.

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

A safety feature in vehicles that prevents the wheels from locking up during braking.

Hydroplaning

A condition in which a vehicle's tires lose contact with the road due to water, causing a loss of control.

DUI (Driving Under Influence)

A charge faced by drivers operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Implied Consent

An agreement that permits law enforcement to administer a breathalyzer test if the driver is suspected of intoxication.

Emergency Vehicle

Vehicles responding to emergencies, such as police cars, ambulances, and fire trucks.

Seatbelt

A safety device used in vehicles to secure the occupants and prevent injury during a crash.

Moving Violation

Any action by a driver that violates traffic laws, which can result in penalties and fines.

Night Driving Precautions

Safety measures taken to drive safely at night, including reducing speed and minimizing distractions.

Traffic Conflict Points

Areas where two or more roadway paths converge and where potential collisions might occur.

Rural Roads

Roads typically found in less populated areas, often subject to specific risks such as wildlife crossing.