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Hand-to-Hand Steering (Push/Pull)

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  1. Start with your hands at 9 and 3 o’clock or 8 and 4 o’clock.
  2. Do not cross your hands over the middle of the steering wheel.
  3. Keep your hands in these positions, even when making turns.
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When to use Hand-Over-Hand Steering?

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When you turn at low speeds, park, or need to recover from a skid.

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How to Hand-Over-Hand Steering?

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  1. Start with your hands at 8 and 4 o’clock.
  2. Reach across the steering wheel to grasp the opposite side.
  3. Let go of the steering wheel with your other hand.
  4. Reach across the arm still holding the wheel, grip the wheel, and pull up.
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Which 2 situations may require One-Hand Steering?

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  • When you are turning while backing up to see where you are going behind you. Place your hand at the 12 o’clock position on the steering wheel.
  • When you are operating vehicle controls that require you to remove a hand from the steering wheel.
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Signals, horn, and headlights are important for…

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communicating with other drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

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Always signal when…

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you turn, change lanes, slow down, or stop.

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Use hand-and-arm signals when…

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your signal lights aren’t functioning or bright sunlight makes signal lights hard to see.

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Hand-Arm Signals?

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Left (STRAIGHT out)
Right (90 degree UP)
Slow or Stop (90 degree DOWN)

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You should signal (6)…

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  • At least 100 feet before you turn.
  • Before every lane change.
  • At least five seconds before you change lanes on a freeway.
  • Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.
  • Even when you do not see other vehicles around you.
  • When you are almost through the intersection if you plan to turn
    shortly after crossing the intersection.
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When to use your horn?

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To let other drivers know you are there or warn others of a hazard.

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Use horn to:

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  • Avoid collisions.
  • Alert oncoming traffic on narrow mountain roads where you cannot see at least 200 feet ahead.
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Your headlights help…

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  • you see what is in front of you.
  • other drivers to see your vehicle.
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Dim high-beam headlights to low beams within ..(A).. feet of a vehicle coming toward you or within ..(B).. feet of a vehicle you are following.

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A: Oncoming = 500
B: Trailing = 300

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Use your headlights when it is too dark to see from _____ feet away.

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1000

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Use your headlights ..(A).. minutes after sunset and ..(B).. before sunrise.

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A: 30
B: 30

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You must turn on low-beam headlights if…

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you need to use your windshield wipers due to fog, rain, or snow. Any adverse weather.

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Can you drive only using parking lights?

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No, it is illegal.

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What conditions require you to use your headlights?:

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Clouds, dust, smoke, or fog conditions that prevent you from seeing other vehicles.

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Where must you use headlights?

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On mountain roads and tunnels (even on sunny days)

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When must you use headlights?

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  • When a road sign states that headlights must be on.
  • To help other drivers see your vehicle, especially when the sun is low on the horizon.
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If you see a collision or hazard ahead, warn drivers behind you using these methods:

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  • Turn on emergency flashers.
  • Lightly tap your brake pedal 3 or 4 times.
  • Use a hand signal when slowing and stopping.
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If you need to stop because of vehicle trouble: (5)

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  • Turn on your emergency flashers. If your vehicle does not have emergency flashers, use your turn signals.
  • If possible, pull off the road away from all traffic.
  • If you cannot get completely off the road, stop where people can see you and your vehicle from behind.
  • Do not stop just over a hill or just around a curve. Other drivers may
    not see your vehicle in time to avoid a collision.
  • Call for emergency roadside assistance and stay in your vehicle until help arrives.
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A traffic lane is…

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a section of road for a single line of traffic.

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Single Solid Yellow Line definition

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marks the center of a road with two-way traffic

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What does a single solid yellow line indicate on a road with two-way traffic?

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Do not pass a vehicle in front of you if there is only one lane of traffic going your direction and a solid yellow line on your side of the road.

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Double Solid Yellow Lines defintion

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2 sets of solid double yellow lines spaced 2 or more feet apart are considered a barrier. Do not drive on or over this barrier, make a left turn, or U-turn across, except at designated openings.

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Double Solid Yellow Lines Exceptions

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Stay to the right of these lines unless you are:
* In a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) carpool lane that has a designated entrance on the left.
* Instructed by construction or other signs to drive on the other side of the road because your side is closed or blocked.
* Turning left across a single set of double yellow lines to enter or exit a driveway or private road or make a U-turn.

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A Broken Yellow Line indicates…

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you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane. Only pass when it is safe.

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A Single Solid White Line marks…

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traffic lanes going in the same direction. This includes one-way streets.

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Double Solid White Lines definition

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Double solid white lines indicate a lane barrier between a regular use and a preferential use lane, such as a carpool (HOV) lane. They can also be found near freeway on and off ramps.

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What should you do when you encounter double solid white lines?

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Never change lanes over double solid white lines. Wait until you see a single broken white line.

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Broken white lines…

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separate traffic lanes on roads with 2 or more lanes in the same direction.

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End of Lane Markings are…

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large broken lines indicating an ending freeway and street lanes. If you are driving in a lane marked with broken lines, be prepared to exit the freeway or for the lane to end. Look for a sign that tells you to exit or merge.

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A Yield Line is…

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a solid white line of triangles that shows approaching vehicles where to yield or stop. The triangles point towards approaching vehicles.

35
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How are traffic lanes numbered?

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Traffic lanes are numbered from left to right, with the left (or fast) lane called the Number 1 Lane. The lane to the right is the Number 2 Lane, followed by the Number 3 Lane, and so on.

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Guidelines for choosing a lane:

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  • Use the left lane to pass or turn left.
  • Use the right lane to enter or exit traffic or when entering the road from a curb or shoulder.
37
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Steps before changing lanes: (6)

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  • Signal.
  • Check your mirrors.
  • Check traffic behind and beside you.
  • Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to ensure the lane is clear.
  • Check your blind spots for other vehicles, motorcyclists, and bicyclists.
  • Ensure there is enough space for your vehicle in the next lane. It’s not necessary to slow down before lane change.
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Guidelines for Changing Lanes

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  • Stay in one lane as much as possible; avoid weaving in and out of traffic. Last minute land or direction changes may increases risk of collisions.
  • Do not slow down before a lane change.
  • Once you start moving through an intersection or making a turn, follow through. If you miss a turn, continue driving until you can safely and legally turn around.
39
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Passing Lanes definition

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On a multilane road, the passing lane (far left lane) is the lane closest to the center divider and is used to pass other vehicles.

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What are HOV Lanes?

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An HOV (high-occupancy vehicle) lane is a special lane reserved for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or low-emission vehicles with decals. The road surface is marked with a diamond symbol and the words “Carpool Lane.”

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HOV Lane Rules

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  • You must have a certain number of people in your vehicle as indicated by signs at the on-ramp or along the road.
  • If driving a low-emission or zero-emission vehicle, you must display a special DMV-issued decal.
  • Motorcycles can use HOV lanes unless otherwise posted.
  • Do not cross over double solid lines to enter or exit an HOV lane; use designated entrances and exits.
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What is a Center Left Turn Lane?

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A center left turn lane is located in the middle of a two-way street and is marked on both sides by two painted lines: an inner broken line and an outer solid line. It is used to prepare for and make left turns or U-turns, not as a regular traffic or passing lane.

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Rules for Using the Center Left Turning Lane:

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  • You may only drive for 200 feet in the center left turn lane.
  • To turn left:
  • Look for oncoming vehicles in the center left turn lane.
  • Signal.
  • Look over your shoulder to check your blind spots.
  • Merge completely into the center left turn lane to avoid blocking traffic.
  • Turn when it is safe.
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Turnout Areas or Lanes definition

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Turnout areas or lanes are special sections on some two-lane roads designed to allow cars behind you to pass.

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Rules for Using Turnout Areas or Lanes:

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  • Merge into these areas or lanes to let faster vehicles pass.
  • You must use a turnout area or lane when driving slowly on a two-lane road where passing is unsafe and there are five or more vehicles following you.
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What are bicycle lanes?

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Bicycle lanes are designated lanes for bicyclists only, running alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.
They are usually marked by a single solid white line that turns into a dash-line near an intersection and signs, and sometimes painted bright green for visibility.

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It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane unless:

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  • You are parking (where permitted).
  • Entering or leaving the road.
  • Turning within 200 feet of an intersection.
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Buffered Bike Lane

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Uses chevrons or diagonal markings to provide greater separation from traffic and on-street parking.

49
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Bike Route

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Uses bike route signs and shared road markings to designate a preferred route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

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Bicycle Boulevard

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Prioritizes bicycle travel on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

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Separated Bikeway

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Is physically separated from motor vehicle traffic and is for the exclusive use of bicyclists. Also known as a cycle track or protected bike lane.
The separation may include flexible posts, grade separation, inflexible barriers, or on-street parking.

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Shared Roadway Bicycle Markings

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Alert drivers that bicyclists can occupy the lane and help bicyclists maintain a safe lane position in traffic.

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Steps for making a right turn: (9)

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  • Drive close to the right edge of the road.
  • If a designated right turn lane is available, enter it at the opening.
  • You can drive in a bike lane within 200 feet from the turn; check for bicyclists in your blind spots.
  • Watch for pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists between your vehicle and the curb.
  • Start signaling about 100 feet before the turn.
  • Look over your right shoulder and reduce your speed.
  • Stop behind the limit line, a wide white line indicating where to stop before an intersection or crosswalk. If there is no limit line, stop before entering the crosswalk. If there is no crosswalk, stop before entering the intersection.
  • Look both ways (left-right-left) and turn when it is safe.
  • Complete your turn in the right lane; do not turn wide into another lane.
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Right Turn Against a Red Light

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You may turn right at a red light after a complete stop unless there is a “No Turn on Red” sign.

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Right Turn Against a Red Arrow

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You may not turn right if you are stopped at a red arrow light. Wait until the light changes to green before making your turn.

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Right Turn at a Public Transit Bus Lane

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It is illegal to drive, stop, park, or leave a vehicle in an area designated for public transit buses. Signs will indicate bus-only lanes. However, you may cross a bus lane to make a right turn.

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Right Turn onto a Road with a Dedicated Lane

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A dedicated right turn lane allows you to make a right turn without merging into another lane and even if there is a red light for vehicles going straight. Obey any traffic light or sign on the right curb of the lane. Always yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk when turning.

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Steps for Making a Left Turn: (9)

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  • Drive close to the center divider or into the left turn lane.
  • Start signaling 100 feet before the turn.
  • Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.
  • Stop behind the limit line. If there is no limit line, stop before entering the crosswalk. If there is no crosswalk, stop before entering the intersection.
  • Look both ways (left-right-left) and begin your turn when it is safe.
  • Proceed into the intersection while turning to complete your turn in the left lane.
  • Do not turn the steering wheel too soon and enter the lane of oncoming vehicles. Keep your wheels pointed straight ahead until it is safe to start your turn. If your wheels are pointed to the left and a vehicle hits you from behind, you could be pushed into oncoming traffic.
  • Accelerate smoothly during and after the turn.
  • Allow the steering wheel to straighten in the new lane.
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How to enter a left turn lane:

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  • Enter a designated left turn lane at the opening; do not cross any solid line.
  • Enter a two-way center left turn lane within 200 feet of the turn. Respect the right-of-way of any vehicle, bicyclist, or motorcyclist already in the lane. Always yield to pedestrians.
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You may turn left against a red light when…

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turning from a one-way street onto a one-way street, provided there is no sign prohibiting the turn.

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What should you do before making a left turn against a red light?

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Yield to other vehicles, pedestrians, or bicyclists who have a green light. Look both ways and turn when it is safe.

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A U-turn is…

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when you turn your vehicle around to go abck in the direction you came.

63
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To make a U-turn,…

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signal and use the left turn lane or far-left lane.

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You may make a U-turn: (4)

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  • Across a double yellow line.
  • In a residential district if no vehicles are approaching you within 200 feet.
    *At an intersection on a green traffic light or green arrow, unless a “No U-Turn” sign is posted.
    *On a divided highway if a center divider opening is provided.
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Never make a U-turn: (7)

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  • Where a “No U-Turn” sign is posted.
  • At or on a railroad crossing.
  • On a divided highway by crossing a dividing section, curb, strip of land, or two sets of double yellow lines.
  • When you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in each direction.
  • On a one-way street.
  • In front of a fire station; NEVER use a fire station driveway to turn around.
  • In business districts (the part of a city or town where most offices and businesses are located).
66
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Left Turn from a Two-Way Street

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Start the turn in the left lane closest to the middle of the street. To reduce the risk of collision, end the turn in the left lane closest to the middle of the street going in your vehicle’s direction.

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Right Turn from a two-way street

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Begin and end the turn in the lane closest to the right edge of the road. Do not swing wide into another lane of traffic.

68
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Left Turn from a Two-Way Street onto a One-Way Street

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Start the turn from the lane closest to the middle of the street (far-left lane). If there are three or more lanes in your direction of travel, you may end your turn in any lane that is open.

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Left Turn from a One-Way Street onto a Two-Way Street

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Start the turn from the far-left lane. To reduce the risk of collision, end the turn in the left lane closest to the middle of the street going in your vehicle’s direction.

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Left Turn from a One-Way Street onto a One-Way Street

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Start the turn from the far-left lane. Bicyclists can legally use the left turn lane for their left turns. If there are three or more lanes in your direction of travel, you may end your turn in any lane that is open.

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Right Turn from a One-Way Street onto a One-Way Street

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Start the turn in the far-right lane. If safe, you may end the turn in any lane.

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Turn at a “T” Intersection from a One-Way Street onto a Two-Way Street

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At a “T” intersection, traffic going straight through the intersection has the right-of-way. You may turn either right or left from the center lane.

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