Chapter 8 Flashcards
What do you need to know about large trucks and buses in order to safely share the road with them?
the limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, stopping distances and maneuverability
What must motorists remember when passing a large truck or bus?
there are several no-zones (blind spots) in which the motorist cannot see other vehicles
When following a large truck or bus, you should increase following distance so that the driver can:
see the motorist’s vehicle in the rearview mirror
You are in a truck’s ____________ or ______________ if you cannot be seen in the rearview mirror
no-zone or blindspot
during bad weather, a truck takes how much longer to stop?
as much as 25% longer
What three things should you remember when sharing the road with large trucks and buses?
leave space when stopping behind a truck or bus, give more space to a truck making a wide turn, maintain a consistent speed when passing
List three groups of people that have the same rights and responsibilities as moving motor vehicles
bicyclists, skateboarders, and inline skaters
When turning right, who must a motorist yield to?
pedestrians, bicyclists, inline skaters and skateboarders
Pedestrians must obey pedestrian signals and use crosswalks at signalized intersections. What is the penalty for someone under 17 who violates the law?
$22 fine