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Final Exam Flashcards

1
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Most rear end collisions are caused by:

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The vehicle in back following too closely

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2
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When a traffic light shows both a red light and a green arrow in the direction you wish to turn, you:

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May proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution

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3
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Which of the following is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle accidents?

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Alcohol

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4
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When you are driving and one of your tires has a blowout, you should;

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Grip the steering wheel firmly, take your foot off the gas pedal, and let the vehicle slow down before you drive onto the shoulder

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T/F. If you are convicted of passing a school bus that is receiving or discharging passengers, you may lose your driver’s license for at least three months.

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True

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T/F You are required by law to yield the right-of-way to any authorized vehicle engaged in highway construction or maintenance that is displaying amber (yellow) oscillating, rotating or flashing lights.

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True

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7
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The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because;

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There may be ice on bridges even when other pavements are clear

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8
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Headlights are required when?

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1) From dusk to dawn
2) during periods of poor visibility
3) when weather conditions require the use of windshield wipers

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9
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Your driver’s license will be suspended if, after being arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI);

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1) you take a chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) and register an amount of alcohol equal to or over the legal level of intoxication (.08%)
2) you refuse to take a chemical test
3) you take a chemical test and register any trace of a controlled substance or cannabis

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10
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Your driving privileges will be revoked in the State of Illinois if you are convicted of;

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1) leaving the scene of an accident, which resulted in death or personal injury
2) drag racing
3) driving under the influence

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T/F If you are under 17 and you drive after curfew hours, you must have a parent, guardian or someone 21 yrs or older with you. The parents must approve of the person. If those conditions are not met, your license will not be valid during those hours.

A

True

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12
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If your vehicle starts to skid on water, you should;

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Turn your wheels slightly to the right and brake gently

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13
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When driving on a slippery road and the rear end of your vehicle starts to skid, you should;

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Turn the front wheels in the direction of the skid

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14
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When making a left or right turn in a business or residential district, continuous signal to turn must be given;

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Not less than 100 ft before turning

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15
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T/F Motorcycles, though smaller and lighter in weight, have the same right-of-way privileges as other vehicles. Special observance should be given to motorcyclists when they approach an intersection, a railroad crossing, bridge or when bad weather occurs.

A

True

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16
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Motorcycles are entitled to use the full width of a traffic lane, the same as a vehicle. Therefore, when you are driving a vehicle and want to pass a motorcycle, you should;

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Not pass the motorcycle in the same lane that it is using, but change lanes and pass the way you would pass another vehicle.

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17
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When a school bus is stopped on a two-lane or four-lane highway and it’s red warning lights are flashing and it’s stop arm is extended, you must;

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1) stop before meeting or overtaking a school bus loading or unloading passengers on a two-lane highway
2) you do NOT always need to stop when meeting a stopped school bus on a roadway with four or more lanes IF at least 2 lanes of traffic travel in the opposite direction
3) you do NOT need to stop if you are traveling on a four-lane highway in the opposite direction of a school bus, but you should drive cautiously.

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18
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T/F it is legal for you to pass on the shoulder of the road.

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False

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19
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In order to reinstate full driving privileges after DUI revocation, a person must; (4)

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1) submit to professional assessment of alcohol and/or drug use and attend a remedial or rehab program.
2) carry high-risk auto insurance for 3 yrs.
3) be approved for reinstatement by the Sec of State’s administrative hearings and pay a reinstatement fee
4) wait a minimum of 1 year.

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20
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If you MUST drive during foggy weather, you should turn on the low beam headlights and:

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Drive at a speed that will allow you to stop within your field of vision

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21
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T/F many intersection accidents occur because driver’s FAIL to slow down and look carefully to the left and right before entering the intersection.

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True

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22
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When there are flashing signals at a railroad crossing and the train clears the crossing, how soon should you proceed?

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After you check to make sure another train is not approaching on another track

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23
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When an authorized emergency vehicle that is using its siren and flashing lights approaches your vehicle, you should;

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Pull over to the right-hand edge of the highway and stop, if possible.

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24
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T/F The driver and front seat passengers (age6 and above) are required to wear seat safety belts while riding in a motor vehicle on Illinois roadways.

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True

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25
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T/F A person May not drive a motor vehicle (even if borrowed or rented for a short period of time) unless the operator holds a valid driver’s license that is properly classified for that kind and type of vehicle.

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True

26
Q

A flashing red traffic signal light at an intersection means:

A

Exactly the same thing as a stop sign

27
Q

Illinois residents must: (3)

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1) insure their vehicles for liability
2) carry proof of insurance in the vehicle
3) produce proof of insurance when stopped for a traffic violation, during a random check, or if you are involved in an accident

28
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When you come to a stop sign, you must stop your vehicle;

A

At a marked stop line, before entering the crosswalk, or before entering the intersection if there is no crosswalk.

29
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A driver moving out of an alley, private road, or driveway within an urban area must;

A

Stop before reaching the sidewalk and yield to pedestrians and vehicles before proceeding.

30
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When a two-lane pavement is marked with a single, solid yellow line on your side of the center line:

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You must not cross the yellow line to pass another vehicle.

31
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T/F. Drivers are NOT. Permitted to wear headsets or have a television receiver visible from the drivers seat.

A

True

32
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A person who REFUSES to submit to a chemical test, or tests, or his/her blood, breath or urine for the purpose of determining the level of alcohol and /or drug content; (3)

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1) will receive a driver’s license suspension for 6 months on the first offense
2) will receive driver’s license suspension for 36 months for second or more refusals within a 5-year period.
3) May have this used as evidence against him/her in court if charged with DUI of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI).

33
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T/F. When headlights are required, bright lights should be dimmed at least 500 ft before meeting and 300 feet before overtaking another vehicle.

A

True

34
Q

You are waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light changes to green. You may then go ahead;

A

After first yielding the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles that are within the intersection

35
Q

When driving along the highway and the front right wheel of your vehicle runs off the pavement you should:

A

Grasp the steering wheel tightly and take your foot off the accelerator

36
Q

When a right turn against a red signal light is allowed, the proper way to make the turn is to:

A

Stop, give the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles within the intersection, and then cautiously make your turn.

37
Q

When approaching a railroad grade crossing that does NOT have ANY warning systems you should:

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Look, listen, slow down in case you have to stop, and proceed when safe to do so.

38
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T/F. When passing another vehicle, you should not cut back into the right lane until you can see the vehicle that you just passed in your rear view mirror.

A

True

39
Q

T/F. It is unlawful for any person to leave the roadway and travel across private property to avoid an official traffic control device.

A

True

40
Q

Within how many feet is a driver required to dim the headlights before meeting another vehicle?

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500 ft

41
Q
A

Pedestrian crossing

42
Q
A

Keep right

43
Q
A

Railroad crossing

44
Q
A

Downgrade

45
Q
A

No U turn

46
Q
A

Stop

47
Q
A

Reduction in lane

48
Q
A

No right turn

49
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A

School zone & School crossing

50
Q
A

Merge

51
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A

Slippery pavement

52
Q
A

No passing zone

53
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A

Yield right of way

54
Q
A

Flag person/ construction

55
Q

__________ signs are regulatory signs and must be obeyed. They include STOP, YIELD, DO NOT ENTER, or WRONG WAY.

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Red

56
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_________ is used for warning signs. These signs tell you of road conditions and dangers ahead.

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Yellow

57
Q

__________ also is used for warning signs. These signs alert you to possible dangers ahead due to construction and maintenance projects.

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Orange

58
Q

_________ is used for guide signs. These signs tell you where you are, which way to go and the distance.

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Green

59
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_________ also is used for guide signs. These signs tell you about services along the roadway.

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Blue

60
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________ is used for parks and recreation signs.

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Brown

Driver’s ed (2 decks)

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