Signs and Lights
When more than one vehicle comes to a four-way stop sign, which one moves first?
Vehicles proceed in the order that they arrived. If more than one arrives at the same time, each driver yields to the driver on their right.
What is the standard speed limit for cars in a residential area?
30 mph
Name 1 step for making a smooth stop
Check all mirrors and blind spots for traffic to the rear; release the accelerator to allow the vehicle to slow; press the brake pedal to activate the brake lights and use steady pressure
What is an open intersection?
A intersection without traffic control signs or signals
What is the recommended safe following distance?
4 seconds
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
Treat it like a stop sign--stop and proceed when safe
What is the maximum speed on a limited access highway?
70 mph
What are the arm signals for making a left turn, right turn, and slowing/stopping?
Left arm out of the window: straight out for a left turn, raised for a right turn, lowered for slowing/stopping
In an open intersection, name 1 time when must you yield right-of-way.
When a vehicle is already in the intersection; when you enter or cross a state highway from a secondary road; when you enter a paved road from an unpaved road; when you play to make a left turn and a vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction
When should you increase your following distance?
Increase following distance during unfavorable weather or traffic conditions
When can a driver turn right at a red light?
After stopping and only if there is not a no turn on red sign
What is the standard speed limit for cars in a school zone?
20 mph
How long (distance) should you signal before making a left or right turn?
You must give a turn signal for at least 100 feet before you make a turn.
When may you drive in the left lane of the road with two lanes?
Only when overtaking and passing another vehicle
What are blind spots?
Blind spots are areas near the left and right rear corners of your vehicle that you can't see if your rearview mirrors or with your peripheral vision
What does a green arrow showing at the same time as a red traffic light mean you can do?
You may turn in the direction of the arrow only if you are in the proper lane
What happens to the force of impact when you double your speed?
You increase the force of impact 4 times
When can you use a three-point turn?
Use a three-point turn only if the road is too narrow for a U-turn and you can't go around the block
What does it mean if you see red reflectors on the lane lines facing you?
Red reflectors on lane lines always mean you are facing traffic the wrong way and could have a head-on collision.
How do you check your blind spots when you are preparing to change lanes or turn?
Before you move to change lanes on a highway, pass on any road, or make certain turns, turn your head to make sure these areas are clear.
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
Proceed with caution
You increase the force of impact 9 times
When should you never make a three-point turn?
On a curve, a hill, a highway, or anywhere there is a no U-turn sign
What should you do if you see red reflectors facing you on the lane lines?
Turn around or get into the proper lane immediately
Name 3 times when it is unlawful to overtake and pass another vehicle
Where there is a single or double solid lane line; when the double yellow line is solid on your side; in No Passing zones; on hills or curves where you can't see at least 500 feet ahead; within 100 feet of an intersection, bridge, viaduct, tunnel, or railroad; when a school bus is stopped and has its flashers on; at a crosswalk where a vehicle has stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross