drivers ed Flashcards
What is a regulatory sign
a sign that regulates and controls traffic
stop sign
eight sided sign: come to a complete stop before the stop line or cross walk
yield sign
you must yield the right of way
speed limit
sign showing speed limit permitted
one way sign
sign indicating that traffic on the road is only flowing in one direction
flag persons
provided in highway and street work zones to stop, slow, or guide traffic (they wear flourescent clothing)
how many injuries a year occur nationally in work zones
2500
what percentage of work zone injuries are travlers
90%
what are guide signs
signs that provide information about directions, distances, available services, points of interest, and other geographical, recreational, or cultural life.
flashing red light
like a stop sign, stop then proceed when clear
flashing yellow light
proceed with caution
broken yellow center lines
used on 2 lane, 2 way roads. you may cross only to turn left or to pass another vehicle
one solid yellow line with one yellow broken line
this means no passing when youre in the lane with the solid line. you can only cross to turn left
two solid yellow lines
means no passing in either direction
undivided roadway
multi-lane, two-way roadway, crossing the center is permitted only as part of a left turn maneuver
two way left turn lane
the center lane is reserved only for left turning vehicles in either direction.
divided roadway
a multi lane with a divider separating the traffic flow
crosswalk lines
pair of white lines or longitudinal lines that mark where a pedestrian will walk
how many feet before you turn should you turn on your turn signals
100
