Dangers of
Speeding
Speeding
Speed Limits
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signs
Pavement Markings
200
As speed increases, so does the _____ of crashes.
As speed increases, so does the Severity of crashes.
200
This black-lettered sign indicates that
vehicles must not exceed the posted speed limit of 40 mph.
200
What must you do at a steady yellow traffic signal?
Stop if it is safe to do so.
If you cannot stop safely, proceed with caution through the intersection.
200
This sign indicates
a school zone.
200
The white lines on the pavement being broken means what?
passing is allowed if done safely.
400
These kind of drivers do not see well, stop quickly, and have a greater chance to lose control of the vehicle.
Drivers who are speeding.
400
If you see this sign, you must drive at a speed of
at least 40 mph.
400
What must you do at a flashing red traffic signal?
Stop and yield as you would at a stop sign.
400
What does this sign mean?
A traffic signal ahead at an intersection.
400
The broken line in this figure being white means what?
lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
600
The leading threat to the safety of pedestrians is the _____ of vehicles.
The leading threat to the safety of pedestrians is the speed of vehicles.
600
When the yellow lights are flashing, all drivers approaching _________ sign must obey the posted speed limit of 20 mph.
A school zone
600
Are you allowed to turn right at a red light?
Yes, but only after coming to a stop and yielding to traffic and pedestrians.
You are allowed to turn right on a red signal, unless there are signs prohibiting it.
600
What does this sign mean?
A traffic island or divider is ahead.
600
What does the solid yellow pavement marking indicate?
(Two things)
Vehicles must not cross the solid yellow line. Traffic is going in opposite directions.
800
To maintain a safe following distance, how much space should you leave between you and the vehicle in front of you?
2 seconds
To determine this, pick an object in front of you, like a signpost or a tree. When the vehicle in front of you passes that object, start counting "One one-thousand, two one-thousand..." If you reach that object before you count "two," it means that you are too close.
800
On Pennsylvania highways, what is the posted speed limit under ideal driving conditions?
Between 50 and 75 mph
800
You arrive at an intersection whose traffic signals are not working; none of the lights are on. What should you do?
Treat the intersection as an all-way stop.
If the traffic signals are not working, treat the intersection as an all-way stop. You must stop, yield, and only proceed (with extreme caution) when it is safe to do so.
800
Which of these signs directs you to a hospital?
B
Blue-and-white signs direct you to services such as gas, food, motels, and hospitals. The sign shown in picture B indicates a hospital ahead.
800
A center lane between opposing lanes of traffic may be designated for
left turns only.
1000
The speed limits (Unless posted) for the following are?
___ School Zones
___ Thickly Settled
___ Highways
20 mph School Zones
30 mph Thickly Settled
50 mph Highways
1000
When are you allowed to exceed the legal speed limit?
Never
You are never allowed to exceed the legal speed limit, not even while passing another vehicle.
1000
When can you turn left at a red light?
When you are turning from a one-way road onto another one-way road.
In Massachusetts, you are allowed to turn left on a red light from a one-way street onto another one-way street unless signs prohibit it.
1000
Which of the following takes precedence (i.e., should be obeyed above all the others)?
A traffic officer
You must follow directions from a police officer even if it means disregarding other traffic devices or rules. For example, you should drive through a red light or stop sign if a police officer waves you through.
1000
Which car is NOT using the roundabout correctly?
Car C
Here, Car C has incorrectly turned left from the right lane.