Permit Test

Question 1

Answer 1

STOP

Question 2

Answer 2

YIELD

Question 3

Answer 3

RAILROAD CROSSING

Question 4

Answer 4

ONE WAY TRAFFIC

DO NOT ENTER

Question 5

Answer 5

NO U-TURN

Question 6

Answer 6

NO LEFT TURN

Question 7

Answer 7

RIGHT LANE ENDS

MERGE LEFT

Question 8

Answer 8

DEVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS

Question 9

Answer 9

TWO WAY TRAFFIC

Question 10

Answer 10

HILL AHEAD

Question 11

Answer 11

SLIPPERY WHEN WET

Question 12

Answer 12

TRAFFIC SIGNAL AHEAD

Question 13

Answer 13

MERGING TRAFFIC ENTERING FROM RIGHT

Question 14

Answer 14

SCHOOL CROSSING

Question 15

Answer 15

KEEP RIGHT OF DIVIDER

Question 16

Answer 16

HOSPITAL EMERGENCY SERVICES TO THE RIGHT

Question 17

A regulation sign is normally what shape?

Answer 17

REGULATION SIGNS normally are white rectangles with black letters or symbols, but some are different shapes, and some can use red letters or symbols.

Question 18

What is the normal color and shape of a warning sign?

Answer 18

WARNING SIGNS normally are yellow and diamond-shaped, with black letters or symbols.

Question 19

What color and shape is a destination sign?

Answer 19

DESTINATION SIGNS are green with white letters and symbols.

Question 20

What must you do at a STOP sign? **

Answer 20

Come to a full stop, yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in or heading toward the intersection. Go when it is safe. You must come to a stop before the stop line.

Question 21

What color and shape is a railroad crossing warning sign?

Answer 21

It’s a Circle and Yellow with Black letters “RR” and “X” symbol.

Question 22

What must you do when you encounter each of the following: a flashing red light, flashing yellow light, steady yellow light, a red light with a green arrow?

Answer 22

FLASHING RED: Means the same as a STOP sign: Stop, yield the right-of-way, and go when it is safe.

FLASHING YELLOW: Drive with caution.

STEADY YELLOW: The light will change from green to red. Be prepared to stop for the red light.

RED LIGHT WITH GREEN ARROW: You can go in the direction of the arrow, but you must yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection as required by law.

Question 23

What does it indicate if an edge line angles in toward the center of the road?

Answer 23

An edge line that angles toward the center of the road shows that the road is narrower ahead.

Question 24

What do each of these lines indicate: one broken, one solid, double solid, solid and broken together?

Answer 24

One broken line: You can pass other vehicles or change lanes if you can safely and not interfere with traffic.

One solid line: You can pass other vehicles or change lanes, but you can only do so when obstructions in the road or traffic conditions make it necessary.

Double solid lines: You can not pass or change lanes. You can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway.

Solid line with broken line: If you are on the side with the solid line, you can not pass other vehicles or go across the line except to make a left turn into a driveway. If you are on the side with the broken line, you can pass if it is safe to and you will not interfere with traffic.

Question 25

If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light at that intersection?

Answer 25

When required to stop because of a sign or light, you must stop before you reach the stop line, if there is one, or the crosswalk line.

Question 26

What type of pavement marking shows you which lane you must use for a turn?

Answer 26

Arrows show which lanes you must use.

Question 27

Which of the following must you obey over the other three: red light, flashing red light, STOP sign, police officer? ***

Answer 27

Directions given by traffic officers take precedence over signs, signals or pavement markings. If a traffic officer signals you to stop at a green light, for example, you must stop. If an officer signals you to drive through a red light or stop sign, you must do it.

Question 28

What is the hand signal for a stop? A right turn?

Answer 28

Stop: Hand down

Roght turn: Hand up

Question 29

If two drivers enter an intersection from opposite directions at the same time, and one travels straight, the other prepares to turn left, which must yield the right-of-way?

Answer 29

If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach an intersection at about the same time, a driver that turns left must yield to traffic that moves straight or turns right.

Question 30

If you enter an intersection to make a left turn, but oncoming traffic prevents the turn immediately, what should you do?

Answer 30

You want to turn left at an intersection ahead. A vehicle reaches the intersection from the opposite direction and moves straight ahead. You must wait for approaching traffic to go through before you turn.

When you enter the intersection, keep to the right of the center line. Keep your wheels straight to prevent a push into oncoming traffic if a rear-end collision occurs. When traffic headed toward you clears or stops for a red light, complete your turn.

You must also yield to traffic headed toward you when you turn left into a driveway, parking lot or other area, even if there are no signs or signals that control the turn.

For any left turn, the law requires you to yield to any traffic headed toward you that is close enough to be a hazard.

Question 31

If you reach an intersection that is not controlled at the same time as a driver on your right, and both of you prepare to go straight, who has the right-of-way?

Answer 31

The driver on the left must yield the right-of-way to the driver on the right.

Example: You are stopped at a stop sign and you are going to go straight through the intersection. A driver on the cross road has stopped at a stop sign on your right and is going to go straight. You must yield the right-of-way to the other driver.

Question 32

What must you do if you enter a road from a driveway?

Answer 32

A vehicle that enters a roadway from a driveway, private road or another put that is not a roadway, must stop and yield the right-of-way to traffic on the roadway and to pedestrians.

Question 33

You face a green light, but traffic on the other side of the intersection does not allow you to travel all the way through the intersection. May you enter the intersection?

Answer 33

No. You can not enter an intersection if traffic is backed up on the other side and you can not get completely through the intersection. Wait until traffic ahead clears, so you do not block the intersection.

Question 34

Does a vehicle prepared to enter a traffic circle or rotary have right-of-way over vehicles in the circle?

Answer 34

A driver who enters a traffic circle or rotary must yield the right-of-way to drivers already in the circle.

Question 35

What will you do if you hear a siren close by but can not see where the emergency vehicle is?

Answer 35

Whenyou hear or see an emergency vehicle heading toward your vehicle from any direction, safely pull over immediately to the right edge of the road and stop.

Wait until the emergency vehicle passes before you drive on.

If you hear a siren or air-horn close by but do not know exactly where the emergency vehicle is, you can safely pull over to the right-side edge of the road and stop until you are sure it is not headed toward you.

Question 36

How far before a turn must you signal?

Answer 36

Always signal before you turn or change lanes. It is important that other highway users know your intentions.

**The law requires you to signal a turn or lane change with your turn lights or hand signals at least 100 feet (30 m) ahead. **

Question 37

When you prepare for a right turn, should you remain as near the center of the lane as possible?

Answer 37

No. As you prepare to make a right turn, get as far to the right as possible.

Question 38

Where must you position your vehicle when you prepare to make a left turn from a two-way roadway into a one-way roadway?

Answer 38

Approach the turn with your left wheels as close as possible to the center line. Make the turn before you reach the center of the intersection and turn into the left lane of the road you enter.

Question 39

Under most conditions, on which side can you pass another vehicle that is headed the same direction?

Answer 39

When we are allowed to pass other vehicles, we usually pass on the left. You are permitted to pass on the right only in certain circumstances and it must be done only when necessary and safe.

The law requires you to use turn signals or hand signals at least 100 feet (30 m) before you make a lane change.

Question 40

What should you do before you pass another vehicle?

Answer 40

The law requires you to use turn signals or hand signals at least 100 feet (30 m) before you make a lane change.

Question 41

What should you see in your rear-view mirror before you attempt to return to the right lane after you pass a vehicle on the left?

Answer 41

When you pass, move completely into the left lane. Before you return to the right lane, signal and look at your interior rear-view mirror and make sure you can see the front bumper of the vehicle you passed.

Question 42

Under what conditions can you pass a vehicle on the right?

Answer 42

You can pass on the right:

• When a vehicle ahead makes a left turn.
• When you are on a two-way road that is marked for two or more lanes or is wide enough for two or more lanes in each direction, to pass is not prohibited by signs or restricted by parked cars or other obstructions.
• When you drive on a one-way road that is marked for two or more lanes or is wide enough for two or more lanes, and to pass is not prohibited by signs or restricted by parked cars or other obstructions.

Question 43

When can you pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to go across?

Answer 43

You must never pass a vehicle that has stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to go across.

Question 44

What action should you take when another vehicle passes you on the left?

Answer 44

decrease speed slightly and keep to the right. When the vehicle has safely passed and is ahead of you, continue your normal speed.

Question 45

What do yellow lights going on and off on a school bus indicate?

Answer 45

Before a school bus stops to load or discharge passengers, the driver will usually flash yellow warning lights. When you see them, decrease speed and be prepared to stop.

Question 46

What do red lights going on and off on a school bus indicate?

Answer 46

When a stopped school bus flashes its red light(s), traffic that approaches from either direction, even in front of the school and in school parking lots, must stop before it reaches the bus. You should stop at least 20 feet (6 m) away from the bus.

When you stop for a school bus, you can not drive again until the red lights stop flashing or when the bus driver or a traffic officer signals that you can proceed.

Question 47

After you have parallel parked, how near to the curb must your vehicle be?

Answer 47

In your final parking position, your wheels must be no more than one foot (30 cm) from the curb.

Question 48

May you open a door on the road side of your vehicle if no there is no oncoming traffic?

Answer 48

After parking, remember that you must not open the door on the road side if it will interfere with bicyclists and other traffic.

Question 49

Before you leave a parking space, what should you do?

Answer 49

To pull away from a parallel parking space, make sure your wheels are straight, back up to the vehicle behind you and turn your wheels away from the curb.

Six steps to enter safely into traffic:

1) Turn your head to look over your
right shoulder and check through the rear-window for pedestrians, bicyclist, motorcyclists and other vehicles that can become a hazard;

2) use your interior rear-view mirror to help keep an eye on hazards behind your vehicle;
3) signal your intentions to move from your parking space into traffic;
4) check your side mirrors for oncoming vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclist, in-line skaters, motorcyclists and other highway users;
5) turn your head to look over your left shoulder out through the rear-window and begin to slowly drive forward. Make sure you can avoid the vehicle parked ahead when you enter traffic;
6) turn your head and look over your left shoulder to look through the rear-window, drive into the traffic lane when it is safe to do so.

Question 50

What does a NO STOPPING sign mean?

Answer 50

A NO STOPPING sign means you can stop only to obey a traffic sign, signal or officer or to prevent conflicts with other vehicles.

Question 51

Can you stop to load or drop off passengers at a NO STANDING or NO PARKING sign?

Answer 51

Yes.

A NO PARKING sign means you can make a temporary stop to load or discharge merchandise or passengers.

A NO STANDING sign means you can only make a temporary stop to load or discharge passengers.

Question 52

May you park on a crosswalk in the middle of a block?

Answer 52

No.

Question 53

Should you always look straight ahead when you drive?

Answer 53

Traffic conditions change continuously. Always scan the road ahead. Do not use the road or even the vehicle ahead as your only points of focus. Look ahead so you can prevent, or decrease, possible problems.

Keep your eyes moving, notice what is happening at the sides of the road, and check behind you through your mirrors every few seconds.

Question 54

If there is no posted speed limit, what is the fastest you can legally drive in New York City?

Answer 54

25 MPH

Question 55

Is it always safe to drive at the assigned speed limit?

Answer 55

No. Often, it is common sense to keep your actual speed below the posted limit. For example, the legal limit on a slippery or fogged-in expressway might be 55 mph (88 km/h), or even 65 mph (100 km/h), but the safe speed to drive would be much lower. Even if you were to drive at 50 mph (80 km/h) on that hazardous highway, a police officer could ticket you for a speed “not reasonable” for the conditions.

Question 56

What is the purpose of minimum speed limits?

Answer 56

To keep a smooth traffic flow, some highways also have minimum speed limits. If you drive slower than the minimum speed you can halt the traffic flow and create a dangerous condition. Even if there is no minimum speed limit, those driving too slow can be as dangerous as those who drive too fast.

Question 57

Who must wear seat belts? Who should wear them?

Answer 57

In the front seat, the driver and each passenger must wear a seat belt, one person per belt.

When you drive, you must make sure each person in your vehicle wears a seat belt. During a crash, a person without a seat belt becomes a flying object and a danger to each person in the vehicle.

Question 58

How can you prevent fatigue (tiredness) on a long trip?

Answer 58

Prevention – Before you embark on a trip, you should:

• Get enough sleep.
• Plan to drive long trips with a companion.
• Schedule regular stops for every 100 miles or two hours.
• Avoid alcohol and medications (over-the-counter and prescribed) that
  may impair performance. Check with your doctor or pharmacist about any medication you are taking. Alcohol interacts with fatigue, increasing its effects.
• You are not at your best if you are ill or very tired. Do not drive for at least 15 minutes after waking from sleep.

Question 59

What is road rage? How can you prevent becoming involved in road rage?

Answer 59

Road rage is an angry, hostile state, which increases into violent criminal actions or attempts of violent action that result from the operation of a motor vehicle. Road rage can include behavior to provoke others or to make them fearful.

To prevent road rage, it is sometimes better not to make eye contact with another driver. The other driver can take this as being challenged.

When an aggressive driver confronts you:

4 Do not make eye contact.

4 Remain calm and relaxed.

4 Try to move away safely.

4 Do not challenge an aggressive driver with increased speed or try to hold your position in your travel lane.

4 Wear a seat belt and encourage your passengers to do the same.

4 Ignore gestures and shouts and do not return them.

4 Report aggressive drivers to law enforcement authorities and give a vehicle description, location, vehicle plate number and direction of travel.

4 If an aggressive driver is following you, do not stop or get leave your vehicle. Drive to the nearest police station.

4 If an aggressive driver is involved in a crash, stop a safe distance from the crash scene. When the police arrive, report the driving behavior you saw.

To avoid becoming an aggressive driver:

4 Allow enough travel time to reach your destination on schedule.
4 Adjust your schedule to prevent driving during times with the most

highway traffic.

4 If you are late, call ahead so you can relax.

4 Do not drive when you are angry, upset or very tired.

4 Make your vehicle comfortable. Listen to relaxing music and prevent conditions that make you anxious.

4 When you drive, relax and be aware of how you sit. Sit back in your seat, loosen your hold on the steering wheel and do not grind your teeth.

4 Be polite, courteous and forgiving to other drivers.
4 You can control how you react. If another person drives aggressively, do not

do the same.

Question 60

How should you drive safely through a work zone? A roundabout?

Answer 60

Decrease speed! Be Alert! Obey the signs!

Expect to find a work zone wherever you drive – you may have to decrease speed quickly or even stop. Traffic lanes can shift or be completely closed. Workers and work vehicles can be on or near your driving lane. When you drive in a work zone, make it safer because you know what to do.

Orange signs in the shape of diamonds – “work zone” warning signs – are often placed before road construction projects and other work areas that can change traffic flow.

Roundabout:

Tips for safe driving through a roundabout:

4 As you get near the roundabout, look for the street and direction signs you need. This will help you know which exit to take. These signs must be provided along the roadside before you reach the roundabout.

4 When you arrive at the roundabout, yield
the right-of-way to any pedestrians and
bicyclists. You must yield to any drivers
who were in the roundabout before you.
Sometimes a stop sign or traffic signal will control your point of entry. When the traffic level allows enough space and time, you can enter the roundabout.

4 While inside the roundabout, remain in your lane until you are ready to exit. Use your right turn signal to let the other users know your intention to move from the “inside path” to the “outside path”, or if you are in position to exit now. Start to signal at the exit BEFORE the one you want to take. Do not change lanes or take an exit before you check for vehicles that may be continuing through the roundabout in the lane next to you or behind you. Expect vehicles to be in the “blind spots” you can not see in your mirrors.

Question 61

How does drunk driving rank as a highway safety problem?

Answer 61

In New York State, more than 20 percent of all highway deaths involve the use of alcohol or other drugs.

Question 62

What are the effects of alcohol on the skills you need to drive?

Answer 62

**Alcohol reduces reaction time, reduces your ability to see clearly, changes your judgment of speed and distances, often makes you less inhibited and makes you more prone to take chances. The important skills you need to drive safely are made weaker. **

When you drink alcohol or take other drugs, safe driving is not possible.
Not every impaired or intoxicated driver causes a traffic crash, but each one is dangerous, putting the lives of himself or herself and those sharing the road at risk.

Question 63

Which of these drugs could affect your ability to drive: marijuana, a cold remedy, a tranquilizer?

Answer 63

If you take medication, even a remedy for colds or allergies that is not prescribed can affect your ability to drive.

Question 64

If you take a non-prescription drug, what must you do before you drive?

Answer 64

check the label for warnings about its effects. If you are unsure, ask your doctor or pharmacist about driving while on the medication.

Question 65

What is a likely effect when you take another drug while you drink beverages containing alcohol?

Answer 65

A combination of alcohol and other drugs severely reduces your ability to drive and can cause serious health problems, which can include death.

Question 66

On what three conditions does your blood alcohol content (BAC) depend? ***

Answer 66

Your blood alcohol content (BAC) depends on:

• How much alcohol you drink.
• How much time passes between drinks.
• Your weight.

Your BAC does not depend on the type of beverage you drink, how fit you are, or how you can “hold your liquor.”

Question 67

Which of these contains more alcohol than the other three: 11⁄2 (30 ml) of liquor, five ounces (120 ml) wine, 12 ounces (360 ml) of beer, 12 ounces (360 ml) of wine cooler?

Answer 67

Different types of drinks do not affect you differently. It is the amount of alcohol you consume, not whether it is in beer, wine or liquor that raises your BAC (blood alcohol content ) and reduces your driving ability.

These drinks contain about the same amount of alcohol – 11⁄2 ounces of liquor, 5 ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer, and 12 ounces of wine cooler. None is “safer to drink” than the others.

For a 150-pound male, each one of these drinks contains enough alcohol to increase his BAC by about .02 percent.

Question 68

On average, how long does it take your body to remove the alcohol contained in 12 ounces of beer?

Answer 68

On average, it takes the body approximately one hour to remove that much alcohol. Studies indicate that a woman will take longer to process and remove alcohol from the blood. This can cause a higher BAC over a longer period of time.

Question 69

What is the only effective method to reduce your BAC?

Answer 69

**The only method to effectively reduce your BAC is not to drink over a period of time. **

Coffee, exercise and cold showers can not reduce your BAC and the effects of alcohol. They can help you remain awake, but it can not change your BAC or make you sober.

Question 70

What happens to your driver license if you refuse a chemical test?

Answer 70

f you refuse to take the test after being arrested, your driver license will be suspended when you are arraigned in court on the alcohol or other drug-related charge.

In addition, the fact that you refused a chemical test can be brought up in court when you are tried on the alcohol or drug-related charge. If a DMV hearing later confirms you refused the test, your driver license will be revoked even if you are found not guilty of the alcohol or other drug-related violation.

Question 71

Other than fines, action against your driver license and a possible jail term, what are some of the results when you drive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs?

Answer 71

4 If you kill or cause an injury to another person because of an alcohol or other drug-related violation, you can be convicted of criminally negligent homicide, vehicular manslaughter or assault. These carry a fine of thousands of dollars and a maximum jail term of 15 years.

4 If you drive while your license is suspended or revoked, you face a mandatory fine of $200 to $1000 and a mandatory jail term or probation. If impaired or intoxicated when are arrested, the maximum mandatory fine is $5,000 and the vehicle can be seized.

4 Liability insurance may not cover the cost of injuries and damage from a traffic crash. You could be sued for thousands of dollars and you would find it difficult and expensive to buy liability insurance for several years.

4 Besides fines and surcharges, you could also face costly legal fees.

4 You could have a criminal record, which makes it harder to get a job or move forward in your job.

Question 72

What should you do if you miss an expressway exit?

Answer 72

Know where to get on and off the expressway and be prepared to get into the correct lanes for your entrance and exit. If you get on a wrong exit, never drive in reverse to return to the expressway. Get off at the next exit and look for signs that tell you how to return to the expressway.

Question 73

What are expressway entrance ramps used for?

Answer 73

Unless there is a STOP or YIELD sign or traffic light on the entrance ramp, use the ramp to accelerate to expressway speed and blend with traffic. Signal, then look over your shoulder for traffic already on the expressway. If necessary, slow down to safely merge into traffic.

Question 74

What should you do if an entrance ramp is short?

Answer 74

If the entrance lane is too short to allow acceleration to expressway speed, the safest method to enter is to stop and wait for a large space in traffic. Then enter the expressway and accelerate quickly.

Question 75

When should you signal that you are exiting an expressway?

Answer 75

Make sure to signal your exit at least 100 feet (30 m) before you reach the exit ramp.

Question 76

What should you check for when you leave an expressway?

Answer 76

After you leave an expressway, look for speed limit signs and check your speedometer to be sure you are within the posted limit.

You are not likely to be on a 55 mph (88 km/h) road.

Question 77

Why is expressway driving different from normal driving?

Answer 77

Expressway driving normally
combines higher speeds with heavy
traffic. The higher speed and amount of traffic require you to think faster and handle your vehicle in a more efficient manner than in most other conditions.

Question 78

What is the main reason night driving is more difficult than daytime driving?

Answer 78

Night driving is more dangerous because the distance you can see ahead or to the side is reduced. You should drive slower than you would in daylight, especially in areas that are not known or on narrow roads with many curves.

Question 79

Driving within the range of your headlights indicates you can stop your vehicle within about how many feet?

Answer 79

Your headlights cover about 350 feet ahead. It is important that you drive at a speed that allows you to stop safely within that distance. This is called “driving within the range” of your headlights.

Question 80

What should you do if you are blinded by headlights on an approaching vehicle?

Answer 80

If an approaching driver does not dim the headlights, flash your headlights to high beam for a second, then return to low beam. To help avoid the glare of approaching high beams, move your eyes to the right. Use the road edge as a guide until the approaching vehicle passes by.

Question 81

Is it best to keep your headlights on high beam or low beam in fog, rain and snow that is falling?

Answer 81

High headlight beams reflect rain, fog and snow as it falls. This makes it even harder for you to see. For better visibility during these weather conditions, keep your headlights on low beam.

Question 82

Which direction should you turn your steering wheel to get out of a skid?

Answer 82

If your rear wheels start to skid:

4 Turn the steering wheel in the direction the vehicle is trying to go. If your rear wheels slide left, steer left. If they slide right, steer right.

4 If your rear wheels start to slide in the other direction as you recover, turn the steering wheel toward that side. You might have to turn the wheel left and right several times to get your vehicle completely controlled.

4 If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS), keep your foot with even pressure on the brake pedal. If your vehicle does not have ABS, pump the pedal carefully. Pump more rapidly only as your car slows down. If you brake hard with regular brakes, it will make the situation worse.

If your front wheels skid:

4 Take your foot off the gas and shift to neutral or push in the clutch, but do not try to immediately steer.

4 As the wheels skid sideways, they will slow the vehicle and traction will return. As traction returns, turn the wheel in the direction you want to go. Then put the transmission in “drive” or release the clutch and accelerate carefully.

Question 83

How should you use your brake pedal on a slippery road?

Answer 83

To prevent skids on snow and ice, brake early, carefully and gently. “Press” your brakes in slow, steady strokes. Allow the wheels to keep turning. If they begin to lock, decrease pressure on the brake pedal.

Question 84

What is the most important rule to remember in any emergency?

Answer 84

The most important rule in any emergency is do not panic. You have a better chance in an emergency if you do not let fear take over. In most emergencies, you will have a second or two to think before you act.

Question 85

What should you do if one of your tires blows out?

Answer 85

TIRE BLOWOUT - A thumping sound can be a warning that a blowout is about to occur. If you hear it, get safely off the road and check your tires. If a tire blows out, hold the steering wheel tight and slowly take your foot off the gas pedal. If your vehicle skids, handle it as you would on ice or snow. Do not use your brake until your vehicle is controlled. Leave the road when it safe to do so.

Question 86

What is the first thing you should do if your brakes fail?

Answer 86

BRAKE FAILURE - If your brake pedal suddenly goes to the floor, try pumping it to increase pressure. If that does not help, use your emergency or parking brake – but use it gently. If you shift to a lower gear, it will help your vehicle decrease speed.

Question 87

What should you do if your wheels move off the pavement?

Answer 87

If your wheels move off the pavement, do not pull the steering wheel back. Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently. When your vehicle has decreased speed, check for traffic behind you, then turn carefully back onto the pavement.

Question 88

How do the blind spots around a large commercial vehicle differ from the blind spots around a car?

Answer 88

Different from cars, large vehicles have deep blind spots behind them. They also have larger blind spots on both sides. Tractors with long hoods can have a blind spot of 20 feet in front of the vehicle. You should avoid these “no zones.”

Question 89

How does the stopping distance of a large vehicle with air brakes compare with the stopping distance of a car?

Answer 89

Large vehicles take much longer to stop
than smaller vehicles that travel at the same speed.

For tractor trailers, the difference comes from brake delay. Air brakes transmit brake power from the tractor to the trailer and this can add many feet to the distance it takes to stop. Leave plenty of space between your car and the truck.

Question 90

After you pass a large vehicle, what should you make sure of before you return to the lane of the large vehicle?

Answer 90

When you pass a large vehicle, it takes a longer time and requires more space than when you pass a car. On a two-way road, leave more time and space when you pass a large vehicle. **Make sure you can see the whole front of the vehicle before you return to your lane after you pass. **

Question 91

What is the best method to follow when you approach a large vehicle that is in reverse as it moves toward a loading area?

Answer 91

Never pass close behind a large vehicle that is backing up. Often a truck driver has to block a road to back into an area to load or unload goods. Be patient!

It is far better to wait until the large vehicle has completed its backup maneuver than to try to pass. If you try to pass in this situation, it is likely that you will enter one of the blind spots. This could make your vehicle invisible to the driver and increase the risk of a traffic crash.

Question 92

When children are close, what should you do before you back out of a driveway?

Answer 92

When you back your car or truck, look through your back window for pedestrians.

**Do not rely only on mirrors when children are near. Before you back into a driveway, or out of it, get out of the vehicle and check behind your vehicle **

Question 93

How can you identify a blind pedestrian to whom you must yield the right- of-way?

Answer 93

A special right-of-way law allows blind pedestrians to go across the road with a guide dog or a white or metal cane. You must always give them the right-of-way when they are trying to cross at a marked or unmarked crosswalk even if the traffic signals or other right-of-way rules are not in their favor.

Question 94

Where must a pedestrian walk when there are no sidewalks?

Answer 94

face traffic as they walk, as far from the near traffic lane as possible.

Question 95

How must you approach a bicyclist?

Answer 95

Bicyclists and in-line skaters have the right to share the road and travel in the same direction as motor vehicles. They are often hard to see in traffic and have no protection from a traffic crash. Check your “blind spots” before you make a turn, parallel park, open a door or leave a curb. Do not depend on only on your mirrors – turn your head to look for bicyclists, skaters and scooter operators that may be next to them or approaching.

Give bicyclists and in-line skaters room when you drive. Reduce speed as you pass them. Air pressure from a vehicle that passes them quickly can send them off balance.

Be aware that the bicyclist or in-line skater near or in front of you can react to road hazards like a motorcyclist, with sudden changes of speed, direction or lane position.

Question 96

Must a bicyclist obey traffic laws and signs?

Answer 96

Yes.

Question 97

Where there is no bicycle lane, where on the road must a bicyclist ride?

Answer 97

Where there is no bicycle lane, they must remain near the right curb or edge of the road or on a right shoulder of the road, to prevent interference with other traffic.

When they prepare for a left turn or must move left to avoid hazards, cyclists do not have to remain to the right.

Question 98

What equipment must a bicycle have when used at night?

Answer 98

A bicycle used at night must have a headlight visible from at least 500 feet (150 m) ahead and a red taillight visible from at least 300 feet (90 m) behind. One of these lights must be visible from at least 200 feet (60 m) away on each side.

Question 99

May three motorcyclists ride side-by-side in a single lane?

Answer 99

No. Only two motorcyclists are allowed to ride side-by-side in a single lane.

Question 100

What is the slow moving vehicle symbol?

Answer 100

The “slow-moving vehicle” symbol, a reflective orange triangle, must be displayed on the back of vehicles drawn by animals (like horses), and most farm vehicles and construction equipment.

Question 101

Where are you likely to find an ATV, snowmobile or horse rider?

Answer 101

They also must ride single file near the right curb or road edge or on a right shoulder, lane or path that can be used.

( It is illegal to sound your horn when you approach or pass a horse.)