Rules of the Road
When this type of vehicle is coming, you should safely pull over to the side of the road and yield.
Emergency vehicles (Police, Ambulance, Fire trucks)
This is the speed limit you should follow in NYS if no speed limit is posted.
55 miles per hour
This parking sign means you can make a temporary stop to load or discharge passengers or merchandise.
A no parking sign
These types of signs are yellow, with black letters or symbols. They mean you are approaching a hazardous location or a location where there is a special rule, as shown in the sample signs.
Warning Signs
If you have a learner's permit, when can you NOT drive?
-In a DMV road test area
-Before 5 AM and after 9 PM
You can pass other vehicles or change lanes if you can do safely without interfering with traffic
One broken line
True or false: You should always go the speed limit, regardless of road conditions.
False: Legally, it is appropriate to slow down if road conditions are not ideal
This type of sign means you can only make a temporary stop to load or discharge passengers. The driver cannot exit the vehicle.
A No Standing sign
This type of light means the same as a stop sign: Stop, yield the right-of-way, and go when it is safe.
Flashing red light
How long does one need to have their permit before they can sign up to take their road test?
6 months
If you are on the side of the road with this type of line, you cannot pass other vehicles or go across the line expect to make a left turn into a driveway. If you are on the side with this type of line, you can pass if it is safe to and you will not interfere with traffic.
Solid line with a broken line
Which behaviors are considered "Aggressive Driving"
-Speeding
-Following too close
-Frequent or quick lane changes without a signal light
-Running stop signs
-Pass school buses
-Fail to keep right
-Driving while impaired with alcohol or drugs
-Driving recklessly
This sign means you can stop only to obey a traffic sign, signal, or officer or to prevent conflicts with other vehicles.
A No Stopping sign
This flashing light is a signal to drive with caution
A flashing yellow light
How many points does it take to have your license suspended?
You cannot pass or change lanes. You cannot go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leve the highway
Double solid lines
- As you approach, look for the street and direction signs needed, which will help you know which exit to take. Slow down.
-Yield the right-of-way to any pedestrians and bicyclists; you also must yield to other drivers. Pay attention to signs and lights, allow yourself enough time, then enter counterclockwise direction. Remain in your lane for the rest of the time.
These directions are for which type of road?
A roundabout
You cannot park, stand, or stop in the following locations.
- Within 15 feet (5 m) of a fire hydrant, unless a licensed driver remains in the vehicle to move it in an emergency
-On the roadside of a parked vehicle ("double parking")
-On a sidewalk or in a crosswalk
-In an intersection, unless permitted by signs or parking meters
-Next to or opposite road work, construction, or other obstructions if your vehicle blocks traffic
-Within 30 feet (10 m) of a pedestrian safety area, unless another distance is marked
-On a bridge or in a tunnel.
This sign is red and white, with red letters. It indicates that you should decrease the speed as you reach the intersection. You need to fully stop and make sure that the vehicles get the right of way in the intersection.
Yield sign
What is the punishment for driving your vehicle or another vehicle that has no insurance?
License will be revoked for at least one year
You can pass other vehicles or change lanes, but you can only do so when obstruction in the road or traffic conditions make it neccessary
One solid line
How does one do defensive driving?
-Be prepared and look ahead
-Maintain the correct speed
-Signal before you turn or change lanes
-Allow space
-Wear your seat belt
-Don't drive if you are very weary, are on meds, or have been drinking alcoholic beverages
-Keep your vehicle in good condition
-Do not use handheld mobile devices while driving
Parking or standing is not allowed in which locations?
- In front of a driveway
-Within 20 feet (6 m) of a crosswalk at an intersection
-Within 30 feet (10 m) of a traffic light, stop or yield sign
-Within 20 feet (6m) of a fire station driveway or within 75 feet (23 m) on the opposite side of the road
-Within 50 feet (15 m) of a railroad crossing
These lines and symbols on the roadway divide lanes and tell you when you can pass other vehicles or change lanes. They also tell you which lanes to use for turns and where you must stop for signs or traffic signals.
Pavement Markings
What should you do if you stall on railroad tracks?
-Get out of the car (the driver and all passengers)
-Get away from the tracks, even if there is no train coming
-Locate the emergency notification phone number and call the number provided, and tell them your car has stalled.