Intersections Flashcards
Driving through the an intersection…
Is the most complex traffic situation motorists encounter.
Intersections collisions account for more than __% of all reported crashes and __% of fatalities according to the federal highway administration.
45% of reported crashes and 21% of fatalities according to the federal highway administration.
What is a intersection ?
An intersection is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.Intersections include cross streets, side streets, alleys, freeway entrances and any other location where vehicles traveling on different highways or roads join together.
At an intersection without a “STOP” or “YIELD” signs you must …
Slow down and yield to traffic and pedestrians already in the intersection or just entering the intersection. Also yield to vehicles and bicycles that arrive first, or to the vehicle and bicycle on your right if it reaches the intersection the same time as you.
At “T” intersections without a “STOP” or “YIELD” signs you must…
Yield to traffic and pedestrians on the through road they have the right of way.
When you turn left you must …
give the right of way to all the vehicles approaching that are close enough to be dangerous. Also look for motorcyclists,bicyclists,and pedestrians.
Safety Suggestion: While waiting to turn left, keep your wheels pointed straight ahead until it is safe to turn. If your wheels are pointed to the left and a vehicle hits you from behind, you could be pushed into oncoming traffic.
When you turn right …
be sure to check for pedestrians crossing the street and bicyclists coming behind you on the right.
On a divided highway with several lanes you must …
watch for vehicles coming in any lane you cross . Turn either left or right when its safe.
When there are “STOP” signs in all 4 corners you must…
stop first and follow the rules listed.
If you have parked off the road or are leaving the parking lot, etc..
you must….
Yield to traffic before reentering the road.
