Buses
Signs
Traffic Laws
Safe Driving
Driving Basics
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What do flashing yellow lights on a school bus mean?

The bus is preparing to stop

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What does a red octagon mean?

Stop

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What does a red traffic light mean?

Stop

200

What should you do before backing up?

Check behind you for people and obstacles

200

What is the purpose of a seat belt?

To help protect you in a crash

300

On a two-lane road, which direction of traffic must stop for a school bus?

Both Directions

300

What does an upside-down triangle mean?

yield

300

What should you check before changing lanes

Mirrors and blind spots

300

Why should you leave space between your car and the vehicle ahead

To have enough time and distance to stop

300

What should you do before turning right at a red light?

Come to a complete stop and check for signs and traffic before turning, if allowed

400

What should you do when you see a school bus flashing yellow lights?

Slow down and prepare to stop

400

What shape is a railroad crossing warning sign?

circle

400
What does a broken yellow line mean?

Passing may be allowed when safe and legal

400

What is a blind spot?

an area you cannot see in your mirrors

400

What should you do if you miss your exit on the highway?

Continue to the next exit. Never back up

500
On a divided highway with a physical median, does traffic going the opposite direction have to stop?
No
500

What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign mean?

Hazard or Warning

500

What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren on?

Move right and stop when safe

500

How should you drive when rain makes the road slippery?

Slow down and increase following distance
500

What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid on a slippery road?

Ease off the gas and steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go

600

What must you do when a school bus has flashing red lights an its stop arm is out?

Stop and wait until the bus begins moving and its stop sign is withdrawn

600
What does a five-sided sign usually warn drivers about?

A school zone or school crossing

600

If two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, who generally has the right of way.

The driver on the right.

600

What should you do if you feel sleepy while driving?

Stop somewhere safe and rest before continuing

600

When driving at night, when should you switch from high beams to low beams when approaching an oncoming vehicle?

When you are within 500 feet of the oncoming vehicle

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