Lane Change, Crossover, Merge & Yield Procedures

Question 1

Lane Change Procedure

Answer 1

1. Check rear view mirror
2. Glance forward to road (correct any drift and check situation)
3. Check blind spot (to the side of the car that you are making the lane change- quick glance only)
4. Signal proper direction (you can do #3 and #4 at the same time)
5. GRADUALLY change lanes at a steady pace
6. Cancel signal after centering car in lane

Question 2

Lane Change Procedure Pointers

Answer 2

1. Wheel movement required for a gradual lane change is very little
2. After passing you may return to the original lane by waiting until you can see the passed car’s headlights (both) in your rear view mirror. Be sure that the care behind you, also passing, does not return to the original lane before you
3. If you want to change lanes and there is a steady stream of traffic, make all checks, signal, and look to see if someone grants the right-of-way to you with an audible or visual signal. Change with extreme caution
4. Always make the following considerations: (1) intersections; (2) car in crossover; (3) driveways; (4) pavement markings; (5) fast or slow moving vehicles; (6) interval ahead and behind; (7) planning ahead
5. Remember that on 2-lane roads, the very important consideration of oncoming traffic applies. Always be sure
6. The general rule of the road if Keep Right- Pass Left

Question 3

Crossover Procedure Definition

Answer 3

• Crossovers are used to change directions or turn left on highways.
• Planning ahead and precise car position and control is required

Question 4

Crossover Procedure

Answer 4

1. Check rear traffic- repeat if necessary
2. Signal left before the crossover you want to get in
3. Check oncoming traffic (initial check)
4. Keep left toward the grass- do not drift right
5. Go to the far side of the crossover and get as perpendicular as possible
6. Make final decision (can be made as you enter crossover)
7. Keep tight left coming out (first available lane)

Question 5

Crossover Procedure Pointers

Answer 5

1. Always check to see if there is a stop sign in the crossover
2. Do not enter the road if 2 cars are coming up the far lane (the 2nd one may pass the first)
3. Watch for loose gravel or other road conditions in the crossover
4. Always check for traffic on the highway, in crossroads, land entering the same crossover you are
5. If another car is in the crossover in front of you, stop before the crossover until that car leaves. Do not block the crossover

Question 6

Merge and Yield Procedure Definition

Answer 6

The purpose is to make it possible to turn right without stopping if conditions permit. Total concentration is necessary.

Question 7

Merge and Yield Procedure

Answer 7

1. Check mirror and signal
2. Enter turn lane as soon as it is available
3. Check traffic light and traffic movement
4. Recognize presence or absence of acceleration lane

Question 8

Merge and Yield without Acceleration Lane

Answer 8

1. Enter turn at slow speed
2. Glance check traffic
3. Continue if safe, stop if not

Question 9

Merge and Yield Procedure with Acceleration Lane

Answer 9

1. Get into acceleration lane
2. Speed up in acceleration lane- stop if traffic is heavy
3. Check blind spot
4. Signal
5. Enter into travel lane

Question 10

Merge and Yield Procedure Pointers

Answer 10

1. Check traffic in all directions- from left, oncoming traffic turning left and also U-turning traffic
2. Use entire acceleration lane and angle out gradually
3. Judge carefully the speed of other vehicles, but do not stare at them. GLANCE

Question 11

Lane Change Procedure Definition

Answer 11

A good lane change requires good depth and speed perception, steady car control and the ability to think and plan ahead.