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1
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What is the maximum speed limit in a school zone during active school hours?

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15 mph

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When can you legally turn right on a red light?

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After coming to a complete stop and ensuring the way is clear

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How far should you follow behind the vehicle in front of you?

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At least two seconds behind

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What should you do if you miss your exit on the highway?

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Take the next exit and safely re-route

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What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road mean?

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No passing allowed

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What does a broken white line on the road indicate?

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Lanes going in the same direction

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When are you allowed to use the shoulder of the road?

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Never

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What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

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Proceed with caution

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How many points are assessed for failing to stop at a red light?

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3 points

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10
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What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21?

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0.08%

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What is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21?

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0.02%

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12
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When must you yield to oncoming traffic?

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Always at intersections without signals

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What should you do if you are in an intersection and hear a siren?

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Move out of the intersection safely

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When should you use your low-beam headlights?

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During fog, rain, or night driving

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What does a no U-turn sign indicate?

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No turning around is permitted

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What should you do if the traffic light is green, but there are vehicles blocking the intersection?

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Wait until the intersection is clear

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What does a diamond-shaped road sign indicate?

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Warning for hazards

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18
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What is the correct hand signal for a right turn?

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Left arm at a 90-degree angle

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When should you check your blind spots?

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Always before changing lanes

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What should you do if you approach a railroad crossing with no warning devices?

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Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary

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What does a two-way left turn lane sign mean?

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Center lane for left turns

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How should you react to a school bus with flashing red lights?

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Stop regardless of direction

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23
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When is it acceptable to drive in the bicycle lane?

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Only when turning right and parking

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24
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What should you do if you see a yield sign?

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Slow down and be prepared to stop

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25
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What is the minimum age to obtain a learner’s permit in Pennsylvania?

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16 years

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26
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How should you react if a car is following too closely behind you?

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Allow extra space in front

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27
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When should you switch to low-beam headlights?

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In fog, heavy rain, or snow

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What should you do if an oncoming vehicle has its high beams on?

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Look away to avoid glare

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29
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What does a steady green arrow mean?

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Proceed in the direction indicated

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30
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When is it legal to pass another vehicle on the left?

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Only when there is no oncoming traffic

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31
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What should you do if you approach a stopped school bus on an undivided road?

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Stop at least 10 feet away

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32
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How many feet must you stop from a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?

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45 mph

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33
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What is the maximum speed in a work zone when workers are present?

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Come to a complete stop

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34
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What does a steady red arrow mean?

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Pull over and rest

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35
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What should you do if you start feeling drowsy while driving?

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Indicates school zone

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36
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What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

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Minimum 5 feet

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37
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What is the minimum distance you must stop from a crosswalk when a blind pedestrian is crossing?

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Only for passing or turning

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38
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When can you drive in the left lane on a multi-lane road?

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Railroad crossing ahead

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39
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What does a circular yellow sign indicate?

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Prevents wheels from locking

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40
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What is the purpose of the anti-lock braking system (ABS)?

A

Use emergency brakes and shift to lower gear

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41
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What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?

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Never drive without headlights

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42
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When is it legal to drive without headlights?

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Provides emergency stop space

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43
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What is the purpose of the shoulder on a road?

A

Hold steering tightly and ease off gas

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44
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What should you do if a tire blows out while driving?

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At least 12 seconds

45
Q

How far should you look ahead when driving in the city?

A

Once you can see the passed vehicle in the mirror

46
Q

When is it safe to return to your lane after passing another vehicle?

A

Allow space or change lanes

47
Q

What should you do if you are being tailgated?

A

Yellow triangle

48
Q

What does a no passing zone sign look like?

A

Upside down triangle

49
Q

What does a yield sign look like?

A

Exit the vehicle if no train is coming

50
Q

What should you do if your vehicle stalls on a railroad track?

A

Slowly reduce speed in wet conditions

51
Q

What is hydroplaning, and how can it be prevented?

A

Diamond with two people walking

52
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What does a pedestrian crossing sign look like?

A

Varies by offense level

53
Q

What is the penalty for a first-time DUI offense?

A

For turning purposes only

54
Q

What is the function of a turn lane?

A

Drive slower and use headlights

55
Q

What should you do if the weather suddenly changes and visibility is poor?

A

Arrows indicating merging lanes

56
Q

What does a merging traffic sign look like?

A

License suspension

57
Q

What are the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident?

A

Stay calm and avoid escalation

58
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How should you respond to aggressive drivers?

A

Reduce speed and follow yield rules

59
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What is the purpose of a roundabout?

A

Only after checking for traffic

60
Q

What should you do at a yield intersection with no other vehicles present?

A

Left and right chevrons indicate curves

61
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When should you yield the right-of-way?

A

Reserved for left turns

62
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What does a chevron sign indicate?

A

Steer off gradually

63
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What is the purpose of the center turn lane?

A

From dusk till dawn or poor visibility

64
Q

What should you do if you accidentally drive off the road?

A

Orange diamond

65
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When must you turn on your headlights in Pennsylvania?

A

Signal at least 100 feet ahead

66
Q

What does a road work ahead sign look like?

A

Up to a $300 fine

67
Q

What is the minimum distance required for signaling before changing lanes?

A

Avoid abrupt braking and steer gently

68
Q

What is the penalty for not stopping for a school bus with flashing red lights?

A

Warn drivers of approaching hazards

69
Q

How can you prevent skidding on icy roads?

A

Allow them to pass safely

70
Q

What is the purpose of rumble strips?

A

Restricted in most states

71
Q

What should you do if another driver is tailgating you?

A

Yellow and black circle

72
Q

When is it illegal to use a hand-held cell phone while driving?

A

Slippery, foggy, or icy conditions

73
Q

What does a railroad crossing sign look like?

A

Orange reflective triangle

74
Q

When should you not use cruise control?

A

Slow down or steer around it safely

75
Q

What does a slow-moving vehicle emblem look like?

A

For open, dark highways

76
Q

What should you do if an animal suddenly appears in your path?

A

Take turns yielding based on arrival order

77
Q

When can you use your high-beam headlights?

A

Exchange information and move vehicles if safe

78
Q

How do you handle intersections with four-way stops?

A

Fines and suspension

79
Q

What should you do if you are involved in a minor collision?

A

Yellow pentagon with two figures

80
Q

What are the consequences of road rage?

A

Exit the area safely

81
Q

What does a school zone sign look like?

A

Potential fines and points

82
Q

What should you do if you see a wrong way or do not enter sign?

A

Yield and pull over if safe

83
Q

What is the penalty for texting while driving?

A

15 mph

84
Q

How should you respond to an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens on?

A

After coming to a complete stop and ensuring the way is clear

85
Q

When must you yield to oncoming traffic?

A

When you are turning left at an intersection.

86
Q

What should you do if you are in an intersection and hear a siren?

A

Move out of the intersection safely.

87
Q

When should you use your low-beam headlights?

A

During fog, rain, or night driving.

88
Q

What does a no U-turn sign indicate?

A

No turning around is permitted.

89
Q

What should you do if the traffic light is green, but there are vehicles blocking the intersection?

A

Wait until the intersection is clear.

90
Q

What does a diamond-shaped road sign indicate?

A

Warning for hazards.

91
Q

What is the correct hand signal for a right turn?

A

Left arm at a 90-degree angle.

92
Q

When should you check your blind spots?

A

Always before changing lanes.

93
Q

What should you do if you approach a railroad crossing with no warning devices?

A

Slow down and be prepared to stop.

94
Q

What does a two-way left turn lane sign mean?

A

Center lane for left turns.

95
Q

How should you react to a school bus with flashing red lights?

A

Stop regardless of direction.

96
Q

When is it acceptable to drive in the bicycle lane?

A

Only when there is no oncoming traffic.

97
Q

What should you do if you see a yield sign?

A

Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary.

98
Q

What is the minimum age to obtain a learner’s permit in Pennsylvania?

A

16 years.

99
Q

How should you react if a car is following too closely behind you?

A

Pull over and rest.

100
Q

When should you switch to low-beam headlights?

A

When an oncoming vehicle has its high beams on.

101
Q

What does a steady green arrow mean?

A

Proceed in the direction indicated.

102
Q

When is it legal to pass another vehicle on the left?

A

Only when there is no oncoming traffic.

103
Q

What should you do if you approach a stopped school bus on an undivided road?

A

Come to a complete stop.

104
Q

How many feet must you stop from a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?

A

Stop at least 10 feet away.

105
Q

What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21?

A

0.08%.

106
Q

What is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21?

A

0.00%.

107
Q

How fast can you go in a school zone?

A

45 mph.

108
Q

What should you do if you see a yield sign?

A

Look away to avoid glare.

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