Chapter 10- Negotiating Intersections Flashcards
active railroad crossing
crossings that are controlled with electronic signals
controlled intersection
intersection that has traffic signs or signals to determine the right of way
crossbuck
a large white X-shaped sign next to railroad crossings
delayed green light
indicates that one side of an intersection has a green light while the light for oncoming traffic remains red
fresh green light
a light that has just turned green
gap
distance between 2 vehicles
intersection
places where roadways meet/cross
joining traffic
turning right or left into lanes of other traffic
passive railroad crossing
crossings without red lights or crossing gates
point of no return
the point beyond which you can no longer stop safely without entering the intersection
protected left turn
when a left-turn signal lets you turn left while oncoming traffic is stopped
right of way
describes the privilege of having immediate use of a certain part of a roadway
roundabout
intersections designed as circles (aka traffic circles or rotaries)
safety stop
your front bumper is even with the curb line or cars parked on the cross street, allowing you to search 90 degrees right and left
stale green light
a light that has been green for a long time
uncontrolled intersection
no signs or signals to regulate traffic
unprotected left turn
if a signal-controlled intersection doesn’t have a left-turn light
Why are intersections particularly dangerous?
they are complex and drivers fail to see and analyze the situation
What action should you take if you arrive at an intersection before a vehicle on your left arrives?
you shouldn’t assume the driver will yield to you and proceed with caution
What are the three locations at an intersection where drivers must come to a full stop?
stop line, crosswalk, before entering the intersection
What should you predict when approaching an uncontrolled intersection?
if you will need to reduce speed or change lane position
You are stopped at a railroad crossing where a train has just passed. In what direction should you check before you cross the tracks?
both directions because trains may approach from either direction on any set of tracks
When entering a multilane roundabout, what lane should you be in to travel straight through the intersection?
the middle lanes
Identifying intersections early will prepare you to…
merge with traffic or go straight through traffic
You must yield the right of way when..
there are stop and yield signs, at uncontrolled intersections, as you enter roadways from alleys and driveways; emergency vehicles always have the right of way
Controlled intersections are regulated by…
traffic lights or stop and yield signs
Uncontrolled intersections do not have…
traffic signs, signals, or markings to manage traffic
As you approach an uncontrolled intersections, use…
the IPDE process
What should you do at railroad crossings…
always expect a train; check for multiple track signs; if a train is approaching, obey all active crossing controls; at passive crossings, look carefully, listen, and be prepared to stop; always wait for the train to clear
What can drivers do at a roundabout…
drivers can make a right or left turn, continue straight ahead, or complete a U-turn
