Lesson 5: Traffic Laws And Rules Of The Road Flashcards
Who must yield if two vehicles approach an intersection at the same time?
The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right
If there is a red light, but a traffic control officer is in the road telling us to go, do we follow the light or officer?
The traffic control officer
What is Kelsey’s Law?
A Michigan law that bans cell phone use for drivers on their level 1 and 2 licenses
Based on what we’ve learned, are right of way laws written to those who go or those who yield?
They are written in terms of who must yield
Who has the right of way at a four way stop intersection, if two vehicles arrive at the same time?
The person on the right has the right of way, left should yield to right
Implied consent means?
You have given consent for your blood to be tested for alcohol
What are Inplied Consent Laws designed to do?
Penalize driver’s breath/blood alcohol concentration test
Is passing on the right of another vehicle by crossing the solid white line yhat marks the edge of the roadway allowed or prohibited?
It is prohibited
Is it ever okay to pass another vehicle on the right?
If they are turning left, an you do not have to cross over onto the shoulder to pass
What is the purpose of a “Michigan Left Turn”?
A greater number of traffic can moe through an area and they are safer than traditional intersections by reducing conflicts with high-speed oncoming traffic
How many vehicles can turn at the same time in a Michigan Left turn?
One, unless there is a sign or lane marking telling you otherwise
Can we legally exceed the speed limit while passing another vehicle?
No
Is it legal to turn right at a red light?
It is if there is no sign/signal prohibiting the turn and you have made a complete stop and checked traffic before turning
Should we immediately stop in the middle of the road if we get pulled over?
No - We should stop as far to the right as possible
How does the Zero Tolerance Law pertain to driving?
Zero tolerance for minor’s under the influence of alcohol while driving
How does a vehicle owner in Michigan show they are financially responsibke for their vehicle?
Proof of insurance
Children under this age should not be left unattended in the vehicle?
6 years old
Where should your hands be if you are pulled over by a police officer?
On the steering wheel/dashboard, visible to the officer
You need to show an officer your license, registration, and insurance when?
During a traffic stop
