DMV IDAHO WRITTEN TEST 2 Flashcards
An “End school zone” sign indicates:
The end of a reduced speed zone
To safely pass a bicycle, you should:
Slow down and give them as much space as possible.
A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should:
Read the labels on the drug before driving
Consuming which of the following substances may impair your ability to drive safely and may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)?
Beer, wine, and other liquor
Controlled substances, such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines
Inhalants, such as glue or paint
All of the above
A regulatory sign containing a red circle with a slash through the middle indicates:
That an action is forbidden.
This road sign means:
RED CIRCLE: WHITE LIEN THROUGH MIDDLE AND WHITE FONT ABOVE LINE: DO NOT
WHITE BELOW LINE: ENTER
You are about to enter a one-way street from the wrong direction.
What is a “No zone?”
The blind spot of a large vehicle
*“No zones” are the large blind spots around trucks and other large vehicles. Drivers of smaller vehicles should avoid lingering in “No zones.”
The best way to avoid hydroplaning is to:
Keep your tires properly maintained.
Slow down when roads are wet or slushy.
Watch out for standing water or puddles.
All of the above.
A broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line means:
Passing is permitted from the lane next to the broken line.
This sign is used to warn drivers about: YELLOW DIAMOND, BLACK ARROW CURVING RIGHT
An upcoming curve in the road.
You are turning onto a two-lane road divided by a broken yellow line. You know immediately that:
You are on a two-way road.
You are coming to an intersection and have a green light. Pedestrians are crossing against the red. You should:
Stop to let the pedestrians cross safely.
At a four-way stop:
The driver to arrive first has the right-of-way.
What kinds of drugs can affect your driving ability?
Allergy medicine
Marijuana
Cold remedies
All of these choices
You must not drive your vehicle at a speed greater than:
The maximum speed limit.
A speed that is faster than is reasonable and prudent.
A speed that is safe for existing conditions.
All of the above.
Which of the following is a safe way to drive through a curve?
Slow down as you enter, speed up as you exit.
This sign means:
YELLOW DIAMOND, BLACK ARROW POINTING DOWN ON THE LEFT AND A BLACK ARROW POINTING UP ON THE RIGHT.
Two-way traffic ahead
The act of turning your head and checking your blind spot before changing lanes, driving away from a curb, or merging your vehicle into traffic is:
A good driving habit
This sign shows one type of:
YELLOW DIAMOND, BLACK PLUS SIGN +
Intersection
Smoking and preparing to smoke while driving:
Are distracting activities
This road sign means:
YELLOW DIAMON WITH A BLACK THIN RECTANGLE AND 3 DOTS GOING DOWN THE RECTANGLE, TOP TO BOTTOM RED, YELLOW, GREEN.
Traffic signal ahead.
This sign shows one type of:
YELLOW DIAMOND WITH BLACK T
Intersection
What might happen when alcohol is combined with another drug?
The effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be increased
When you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming, you should:
Drive as far toward the right side of the road as is safe and stop
You are driving in the right lane of a multilane highway and want to move into the left lane. You should:
Look in your rearview mirror for traffic behind you before changing lanes.
Look over your left shoulder for traffic in your blind spot before changing lanes.
Look in your side mirror for traffic and turn on your directional signal.
All of the above.
Which of the following are used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning?
White arrows in the middle of the lanes
You are driving on a narrow road when you meet an oncoming vehicle. You must:
Allow the oncoming vehicle at least one-half of the main-traveled portion of the road.
The “No zone” is:
A term used to describe blind spots around a truck or bus.
What does a single dashed white line separating traffic mean?
Drivers may pass if it is safe to do so.
When you are in a line of traffic that is crossing a railroad track that has no signals or gates:
You need to make sure there is space for your vehicle to get all the way across the tracks without stopping.
When approaching an uncontrolled intersection, a driver should:
Be prepared to yield.
*At an intersection where there is no stop sign or traffic signal, you should yield to a vehicle approaching the intersection from the right. However, always be prepared to yield to avoid a crash. Do this by taking your foot off the accelerator, covering the brake, and looking left, right, and left again.
When driving on an interstate:
Signal, check mirrors, and check blind spots before changing lanes.
When approaching a flashing yellow light, drivers should:
Slow down and proceed with caution
This sign is used to warn drivers: YELLOW DIAMOND, STRIGHT LINE ON LEFT GOING VERTICAL. VERTICAL BLACK LINE ON RIGHT COMING OUT FROM FARTHER AWAY AND JOINING THE FIRST LINE CLOSER AT THE TOP.
That the right lane ends and traffic should merge left
You are driving when it starts to sleet or snow. You should:
Keep your windshield and mirrors clear.
Allow additional distance between your vehicle and the vehicles that you are following.
Approach all vehicles with caution.
All of the above.
When approaching a steady yellow traffic light, drivers should:
Slow to a stop, unless they are already within the intersection
Drive below the posted speed limit when:
Anything makes conditions less than perfect.
The sign with this shape and color is a ____ sign.
YELLOW PENNANT
No passing zone
If involved in an accident, a driver should:
Stop their vehicle at or near the scene.
Not stand or walk in traffic lanes.
Turn off the ignitions of wrecked vehicles.
All of the above.
If your car starts to skid, turn your steering wheel:
In the direction you want the vehicle to go.
