Studied by 10 peopleA regulation sign is normally what shape?
rectangular
black or red label/symbol
What is the normal color and shape of a warning sign?
yellow with black letters/symbols
diamond shape
What color and shape is a destination sign?
green with white label/symbol
rectangular
What must you do at a STOP sign?
come to full stop
yield right of way to pedestrians/vehicles
go when safe
What must you do when facing a flashing red light?
stop
yield right of way
go when safe
What must you do when facing a flashing yellow light?
drive with caution
What must you do when facing a steady yellow light?
be prepared to stop for red light
What must you do when facing a red light with a green arrow?
you can go in the direction of the arrow
you must yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection
What does it indicate if an edge line angles in toward the center of the road?
road is narrower ahead
What do one broken line mean?
you can pass other vehicles or change lanes
What does one solid line mean?
you can pass other vehicles or change lanes
double solid
you can not pass or change lanes
only turn left to enter or leave the highway
solid and broken together
solid line => you cannot pass other vehicles or go across the line
broken line => pass if it is safe to and you will not interfere with traffic
If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light at that intersection?
before the crosswalk
What type of pavement marking is used to show you which lane you must use for a turn?
arrows
Which of the following must you obey over the other three: steady red light, flashing red light, STOP sign, police officer?
police officer
What does the yield sign mean?
decrease speed as you reach the intersection
prepare to stop
What do work area signs look like?
orange with black letters/symbols
What is the hand signal for a stop?
What is the hand signal for right turn?
If two drivers enter an intersection from opposite directions at the same time, and one travels straights, the other prepares to turn left, which must yield the right-of-way?
person turning left must yield right-of-way
If you enter an intersection to make a left turn, but oncoming traffic prevents the turn immediately what should you do?
yield the right-of-way to traffic
If you reach an intersection that is not controlled at the same time as a driver on your right, and both of you prepare to go straight, who has the right-of-way?
right has right-of-way
What must you do if you enter a road from a driveway?
stop and yield the right-of-way to traffic on the roadway and to pedestrians
You face a green light, but traffic on the other side of the intersection does not allow you to travel all the way through the intersection. May you enter the intersection?
you CANNOT enter
Does a vehicle prepared to enter a traffic circle or rotary have right-of-way over vehicles already in the circle?
yield the right-of-way to drivers already in the circle
What will you do if you hear a siren nearby but cannot see where the emergency vehicle is?
safely pull over to the right-side edge of the road
stop until you are sure it is not headed toward you
How far before a turn must you signal?
turn lights or hand signals at least 100 feet (30 m) ahead
When you prepare for a right turn, should you remain as close to the center of the lane as possible?
no, get as far to the right as possible
Where must you position your vehicle when you prepare to make a left turn from a two-way roadway into a one-way roadway?
approach the turn from the right half of the roadway closest to the center
Under most conditions, on which side can you pass another vehicle that is headed in the same direction?
pass on the left of a vehicle
What should you do before you pass another vehicle?
check mirror and signal lane change
What should you see in your rear-view mirror before you attempt to return to the right lane after you pass a vehicle on the left?
you can see the front bumper of the vehicle you passed
you can see at least several feet of pavement between your vehicle and the one you passed
Under what conditions can you pass a vehicle on the right?
when a vehicle ahead makes a left turn.
when you are on a two-way road or one-way road that is marked for two or more lanes or is wide enough for two or more lanes
When can you pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to go across?
NEVER pass a vehicle that has stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to go across
What action should you take when another vehicle passes you on the left?
decrease speed
stay centered in your lane
when car has passed, continue at normal speed
What do yellow lights going on and off on a school bus indicate?
passengers are about to be loaded or discharged
What do red lights going on and off on a school bus indicate?
you may not pass the school bus when the red light is flashing
After you have parallel parked, how near to the curb must your vehicle be?
wheels must be no more than 1 foot from the curb
May you open a door on the road side of your vehicle if there is no oncoming traffic?
no
Before you leave a parking space, what should you do?
check rear window for pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles
What does a NO STOPPING sign mean?
stop only to obey a traffic sign, signal or officer or to prevent conflicts with other vehicles
Can you stop to load or drop off passengers at a NO STANDING or NO PARKING sign?
yes
May you park on a crosswalk in the middle of a block?
no
What does a NO STANDING sign mean?
you can make a temporary stop to load or discharge passengers
the driver cannot exit the vehicle
What does a NO PARKING sign mean?
you can make a temporary stop to load or discharge merchandise or passengers
When can non-disabled drivers park in a parking space reserved for people with disabilities?
NEVER
What must you do when parking on a hill?
put transmission in park
turn wheels towards the curb
Should you always look straight ahead when you drive?
yes
If there is no posted speed limit, what is the fastest you can legally drive in New York City?
55mph
Is it always safe to drive at the assigned speed limit?
no, the safe speed depends on the weather and road conditions
What is the purpose of minimum speed limits?
keep traffic flowing smoothly
Who must wear seat belts? Who should wear them?
passengers and driver whenever they are in the car
How can you prevent fatigue on a long trip?
stopping at regular intervals for rest
What is road rage?
aggressive drivers try to cause damage to another driver
How can you prevent becoming involved in road rage?
do not make eye contact with the other driver
How should you drive safely through a work zone?
decrease speed
be alert
obey signs
How should you drive safely through a roundabout?
yield the right-of-way to any pedestrians and bicyclists and any cars already in the roundabout
remain in your lane until you are ready to exit
How does drunk driving rank as a highway safety problem?
What are the effects of alcohol on the skills you need to drive?
reduces reaction time
reduces your ability to see clearly
changes your judgment of speed and distances
less inhibited and makes you more prone to take chances
Which of these drugs could affect your ability to drive: marijuana, a cold remedy, a tranquilizer?
all 3
If you take a non-prescription drug, what must you do before you drive?
check the label for warnings about its effects
What is a likely effect when you take another drug while you drink beverages containing alcohol?
severely reduces your ability to drive and can cause serious health problems, including death
On what three conditions does your blood alcohol content (BAC) depend?
How much alcohol you drink
How much time passes between drinks
Your weight
Which of these contains more alcohol than the other three: 1 1/2 ounces (30 ml) of 80 proof liquor, five ounces (120 ml) wine, 12 ounces (360 ml) of beer, 12 ounces (360 ml) of wine-cooler?
all amount to the same amount of alcohol
On average, how long does it take your body to remove the alcohol contained in 12 ounces of beer?
1 hour
What is the only effective method to reduce your BAC?
not drink over a period of time
What happens to your driver license if you refuse a chemical test?
driver license will be revoked
Other than fines, action against your driver license and a possible jail term, what are some of the results when you drive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs?
you can be sued, have to pay legal fees, have a criminal record which could make it harder to get a job
What color and shape is a railroad crossing warning sign?
yellow circle with black X symbol
What should you do if you miss an expressway exit?
stay on the expressway until the next exit
What are expressway entrance ramps used for?
to enter the expressway
What should you do if an entrance ramp is short?
stop and wait for a larger space in traffic
When should you signal that you are exiting an expressway?
100 ft (30 m) before the exit
What should you check for when you leave an expressway?
look for the speed limit and check your speedometer
Why is expressway driving different from normal driving?
because its at a higher speed with heavy traffic
handle your vehicle in a more efficient manner
What is the main reason night driving is more difficult than daytime driving?
you can't see as much as you can during the day which is less safe
Driving within the range of your headlights indicates you can stop your vehicle within about how many feet?
less than 1,000 ft (300 m)
What should you do if you are blinded by headlights on an approaching vehicle?
dim your lights, use road edge as a guide, flash lights bright then dim them to indicate that you are there.
Is it best to keep your headlights on high beam or low beam when there is fog, rain or falling snow?
low beam
Which direction should you turn your steering wheel to get out of a skid?
in the direction the vehicle is trying to go.
How should you use your brake pedal on a slippery road?
press your brakes in slow, steady, strokes allow wheels to keep turning if they begin to lock up, decrease pressure on the brake pedal as vehicle decreases speed, you can also shift into lower gear
What is the most important rule to remember in any emergency?
do not panic
What should you do if one of your tires blows out?
hold steering wheel tight and slowly take foot off gas pedal. Do not use brake until vehicle is controlled.
What is the first thing you should do if your brakes fail?
pump it to increase pressure
What should you do if your wheels move off the pavement?
ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
How do the blind spots around a large commercial vehicle differ from the blind sports around a car?
they have much larger blind spots
How does the stopping distance of a large vehicle with air brakes compare with the stopping distance of a car?
adds many feet to the distance it takes to stop
After you pass a large vehicle, what should you make sure of before you return to the lane of the large vehicle
make sure you can see the whole front of the vehicle
What is the best method to follow when you approach a large vehicle that is in reverse as it moves toward a loading area?
wait until the larger vehicle has completed its backup maneuver.
When children are close, what should you do before you back out of a driveway?
get out of the vehicle and look around before you back out
How can you identify a blind pedestrian to whom you must yield the right of way?
they will have a seeing eye dog or a walking stick
Where must a pedestrian walk when there are no sidewalks?
side of the road facing traffic
How must you approach a bicyclist?
give them room and reduce speed
Must a bicyclist obey traffic laws and signs?
yes
Where there is no bicycle lane, where on the road must a bicyclist ride?
remain need the right curb or edge of the road
What equipment must a bicycle have when used at night?
must have headlight visible from at least 500 ft (150 m) ahead and a red taillight visible from at least 300 ft (90 m) behind
What can a driver do to be more aware of motorcyclists?
know you can encounter them anywhere at any time. Always be observant
What factors contribute to drivers not being aware of motorcycles?
Usually not around all year
Why are motorcycles harder to see?
smaller appear to move faster may not take up an entire lane lighting is different
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