Signs, Signals & Markings
What does an eight-sided red sign mean?
Stop Sign (come to a complete stop).
When two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, which driver must yield?
The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.
What safety feature should you always adjust along with your mirrors before putting the vehicle in gear?
The seatbelt (and seat position).
When driving in dense fog or heavy rain, should you use your high-beam or low-beam headlights?
Low-beam headlights (high beams reflect off fog/water droplets and cause glare).
What is the minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit at which a driver aged 21 or older is considered legally intoxicated in most states?
0.08%.
What does a steady yellow traffic light indicate you should do if it is safe to stop?
Prepare to stop (clear the intersection if already inside or unable to stop safely).
When turning left at an intersection with a solid green light (no arrow), who must you yield to?
Oncoming traffic and pedestrians in the crosswalk.
What is the term for when your tires lose traction and float on a thin film of water on the roadway?
Hydroplaning.
What rule should you use to maintain a safe following distance behind the vehicle in front of you under normal driving conditions?
3-second rule (or 4-second rule depending on state guidelines).
What does a red flashing traffic light signify?
ome to a complete stop and yield to traffic/pedestrians before proceeding.
What type of road marking indicates that passing is permitted on your side of the road?
Broken (dashed) line (yellow or white).
What must you do when an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or sirens approaches from behind or ahead on a two-way street?
Pull over to the right edge of the road and come to a complete stop until the vehicle passes.
In what direction should you steer your vehicle if your rear wheels begin to skid or slide?
In the direction you want the front of the car to go.
At night, within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle should you dim your high-beam headlights?
500 feet (and 200–300 feet when approaching a vehicle from behind).
What is the legal term for driving directly behind another vehicle closer than is reasonable or prudent?
Tailgating.
What shape and color is a railroad crossing advance warning sign?
Round (circular) yellow sign with a black "X" and "RR".
What does the "Move Over Law" require you to do when passing a stopped emergency or hazard vehicle on a multi-lane highway?
Change lanes into a non-adjacent lane if safe to do so, or slow down significantly if changing lanes is unsafe.
What steering technique involves moving your hands along the outer edge of the wheel without crossing them over the central hub?
The push-pull steering (or hand-to-hand) method.
What happens to stopping distance when you double your speed (e.g., going from 30 mph to 60 mph)?
It increases by four times (quadruples) due to kinetic energy.
What is the primary difference between a primary enforcement seat belt law and a secondary enforcement seat belt law?
Primary enforcement allows an officer to pull a driver over solely for not wearing a seat belt; secondary enforcement requires another violation first before issuing a seat belt ticket.
What does a solid white line on the right edge of a roadway signify, and what is its official name?
Fog line (or edge line), marking the outer edge of the traveled lane.
At a 4-way stop where two opposing vehicles arrive at the same time and one intends to turn left while the other is going straight, who has the right-of-way?
The vehicle going straight has the right-of-way.
What is the "blind spot" of a vehicle, and what specific action must a driver take to check it before changing lanes?
Areas around the car that cannot be seen using mirrors; the driver must turn their head and perform a shoulder check (head check).
What is "highway hypnosis," and name one practical strategy to prevent it during long drives?
A trance-like state caused by continuous driving; prevented by taking breaks every 2 hours, changing eye movement, or keeping the vehicle interior cool.
What does the "Implied Consent Law" state regarding alcohol testing when you operate a motor vehicle?
By driving on public roads, you automatically give consent to a breath, blood, or urine test if suspected of driving under the influence.