Signs
Legality
miscellaneous
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Describe what a U-Turn sign looks like
100
Are u-turns are legal everywhere?
U-turns are not legal everywhere. So before you make a U-turn, check for signs prohibiting them. In some places, U-turns are only allowed at intersections.
100
Describe the steps of a U-turn
When making a U-turn, start the turn from the far left lane on your side. Give a left turn signal. Then, stop and check for oncoming traffic, bicycles, and pedestrians that may be entering the intersection. Complete the U-turn in the right lane traveling in the opposite direction. In choosing a place to make a U-turn, make sure drivers coming from all directions are at least 500 feet away from you, and they can see you clearly.
300
Describe what a No U-Turn Sign looks like
300
Where U-turns are not allowed?
Anytime a traffic sign (e.g., a No U-Turn sign) prohibits them; On curves, hills, and freeways; In weather conditions where you are not able to see clearly, such as in rain, fog.
300
Do U-Turn pavement markings on roads exist?
No, there is always going to be a sign that tells you that you are able to or not able to.
500
What is the difference between a U-turn sign with a white background and a U-Turn sign with an orange background?
A U turn sign with a white background means that you cannot make a U-turn at this location, while an orange background means that U-turns are allowed.
500
What are the penalties for an improper U-turn?
A ticket for an improper U-turn will typically result in a fine ranging from $25 to $100. But if this ticket brings a driver's record to the six-point mark, penalties such as taking a safe driving course, or a license suspension for up to 30 days may be imposed.
500
How many types of U-turns are there?
There are three basic forms of a MUT intersection. Each is unique, but all feature U-turns after the primary intersection. They are a Restricted Crossing U-turn (RCUT), Reduced Conflict Intersection (RCI), and Boulevard Left.