FINAL Flashcards
This is so we don't fail bc we kinda need to pass this to pass the class
What do you need to get a VA driver’s license if under 18?
Residency, complete a driver education program (in class and behind the wheel), hold a learners permit for 9 months
What do you need to get a VA learner’s permit?
Provide proof of residency and legal presence, be at least 15 years and 6 months, pass a sign test with 100% and a general knowledge test with 80%, and have your photo taken at the DMV.
How far should you park from the curb? (MAX distance)
1 foot
What is the move over law?
When you see a cop pulled over a vehicle (or any emergency/stopped vehicle) you need to change lanes and slow down and try to stay 500 ft away
T or F if under 18 you can use your cell phone while in a car if 1) you’re not driving, 2) it’s an emergency, or 3) you’re legally parked
True - then and only then can you use it (ask o’hara abt gps bc physical maps seem like a bad idea while driving and memorization isn’t realistic and my car is too old for gps)
When you’re driving and you come across a green arrow, what does it mean?
Your turn is protected - other traffic has a red light
What is the sign for divided highway begins?
^Ul
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If this doesn’t go through then :(
What do yellow lines mean on a road?
Traffic goes opposite directions
What do white lines mean on roads?
Traffic goes the same direction
What do dotted lines mean on roads? What about solid lines?
Passing allowed - dotted
Passing not allowed - solid
What does the color red mean on signs?
Prohibited
(assume no traffic lights) Who has the right of way at a 4 way intersection if 2 cars arrive at different times?
Car that arrived first
(assume no traffic lights) Who has the right of way at a 4 way intersection if 2 cars arrived at the same time?
Car furthest to the right
(assume no traffic lights) Who has the right of way at a 4 way intersection if 3 cars arrive at the same time?
Car furthest right (left of empty space) (if 4 arrive at once play the lottery and awkwardly stare)
(assume no traffic lights) Who has the right of way at a 4 way intersection if 2 cars arrive AT THE SAME TIME and they face each other? (one is going left one is going straight)
The one going straight goes first
What does the shared left turn lane look like, and what is it used for?
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Used to let traffic turning left turn left on either side. This lane is so dangerous.
Flashing yellow light meaning
Slow down and proceed through intersection with caution
Flashing red light meaning
Basically a stop sign - come to a complete stop before proceeding
What do you do at an intersection if the traffic lights aren’t working?
Treat it like a 4 way stop sign or follow the flagger if they’re there
What should you do before getting in your car and starting it?
Look around to see if there are any obstructions or leaks or other things
How do you approach a vehicle from a parking space?
Go from the back of the vehicle (not in between the rows of cars because ain’t nobody boutta expect you there and you gon get run over)
How do you approach your vehicle when it’s parked on a curb?
Approach it from the front so you face the traffic
How should your hands be placed on the steering wheel in normal driving?
4 and 8
How should your hands be placed on the wheel when in reverse?
12 o’clock
