Lesson 4: Flashcards
What are the 3 types of traffic control devices that provide information on laws, hazards, and the roads themselves?
Traffic signs, traffic signals, Road Markings
These devices help regulate and guide traffic effectively.
What should we consider before turning left?
Oncoming traffic
It’s essential to ensure that no vehicles are approaching from the opposite direction.
What color lines separate oncoming traffic on a two-lane road?
Yellow
Yellow lines indicate different directions of traffic.
What does a broken yellow line indicate?
Passing is allowed
Drivers can cross the line to overtake another vehicle when safe.
What is the purpose of a solid white line between lanes of traffic moving in the same direction?
Discourages lane-changing in high risk
Solid white lines signify that changing lanes is not recommended.
What is the default speed limit in a mobile home park area?
15 MPH
Speed limits may vary based on specific local regulations.
What is the default speed limit in a residential area?
25 MPH
This limit is often set to enhance safety in neighborhoods.
What is the default speed limit in a business district?
25 MPH
Similar to residential areas, this limit aims to protect pedestrians and drivers.
What is the default speed limit on an expressway?
70 MPH
Expressways typically have higher speed limits due to their design.
What is the default speed limit on an unmarked road in a rural area?
55 MPH
Rural roads may have different speed regulations based on local laws.
Is the safer speed in an area the speed posted on the sign?
No
Road conditions and other factors can necessitate a lower speed for safety.
The condition of the road surface is a major factor in determining a safe speed in what driving environment?
Rural roads
Rural areas may have varying road conditions that affect safe driving speeds.
What type of driving environment is most likely to have unexpected curves and hills?
Rural
What color and how many sides does a school zone sign have?
Yellow/Green with 5 sides (a pentagon)
What does a yellow pennant-shaped sign indicate?
A no passing zone
Which type of signs control the movement of traffic?
Regulatory signs
Which type of signs provide information about routes and destinations?
Guide signs
What must you do at a red flashing light?
Stop & go when it’s safe (like a stop sign)
What is likely to happen to a traffic light that has been green for some time?
Stale: likely to turn Yellow
What should you do when the traffic signal turns yellow?
Slow to a stop if you can do so safely
Can you ever turn left on red?
Only on a one-way street where all traffic is flowing left, & there is not a sign telling you not to
If you face an oncoming yellow flashing arrow in the left turn lane, what light will oncoming traffic be facing?
Solid green
When a driver faces a flashing yellow arrow in the left turn lane, who has the right of way?
Oncoming traffic
What should you do if the light turns green and there are still vehicles in the intersection?
Wait for the intersection to clear before proceeding
White lines that are dashed:
Separate lanes of traffic moving to the same direction
