Deck Four Flashcards
U-turns are not permitted in urban areas in which situations?
1) on a roadway between intersections
2) where a sign prohibits them
3) at an intersection with traffic lights
4) at an alley intersection
U-turns are not permitted outside of urban areas in which situations?
On a curve or near the crest of a hill where the driver of another vehicle cannot see you.
When turning left what should you remember?
1) They are a leading cause of crashes
2) stay close to the right of the centre line with your wheels pointing straight ahead
Who goes first at a four way stop?
The driver who gets there first, however if two vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the right goes first. These intersections are called courtesy corners.
How do traffic circles and roundabouts work?
ENTERING a traffic circle:
1) enter the right hand lane if leaving at FIRST exit
2) enter left lane if leaving at SECOND EXIT OR BEYOND
When DRIVING IN A CIRCLE:
The vehicle on the right must yield to the vehicle on the left
When EXITING THE CIRCLE:
Turn on the right signal and use caution
- do not change lanes when in a circle!
What happens at an uncontrolled intersection?
If there are no traffic signs or signals, slow down and be prepared to stop. Yield the right of way to the vehicle on your right; treat as a four-way stop.
When turning right what should you remember?
1) yield right of way to pedestrians
2) shoulder check for cyclists
3) if a vehicle is parked immediately around the corner, turn into the first available lane to the left
How are traffic circles and roundabouts different?
The centre island of a roundabout is smaller than the centre island of a traffic circle.
How many demerit points are added for driving past your curfew, having more passengers than seatbelts or supervising a new driver when not qualified to do so?
2 demerit points.
How many demerit points are added for failing to stay at the scene of a collision?
7 demerit points.
How many demerit points will be added for careless driving, failing to stop for a school bus, racing or speeding.
6 demerit points.
How many demerit points will be added for failing to yield right of way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, following too closely, or speeding?
4 demerit points.
How many demerit points will be added for failing to stop at a railway crossing, or failing to stop for a police officer?
5 demerit points.
How many demerit points will be added for improper turns, improper backing, stunting or failing to follow instruction of traffic road devices?
2 demerit points.
How many demerit points will be added for speeding over 15 km/h?
2 demerit points.
