Rules of the Road Flashcards

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1
Q

When driving at night in fog you should use…

A

low beam headlights(high beams reflect off the fog and precipitation)

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2
Q

If driving down a steep downgrade, you should…

A

shift into a lower gear, this will save the wear and tear on the brakes

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3
Q

If another driver is tailgating you, the best course of action is to…

A

slow down and let the driver pass, tap brakes first and allow them to pass if they don’t back off

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4
Q

What is the illegal level of BAC(Blood Alcohol Concentration) for a driver 21 or over?

A

0.08%

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5
Q

How far away should you stop from a bus that has stopped and is flashing their red lights?

A

at least 25 feet

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6
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Where should you shift your eyes at night when an oncoming vehicles headlights are bright?

A

the lower right edge of the road

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7
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What is the speed limit in a business or urban residential district unless otherwise posted?

A

30 mph

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8
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How long of a distance will you need to safely pass a vehicle ahead of you going 55 mph on a two lane road?

A

over 1600 ft

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9
Q

If you miss your exit on the freeway you should…

A

Continue to the next exit

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10
Q

When meeting or following a vehicle at night, you must do what when at least 150 feet away?

A

Dim your headlights

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11
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When driving on a highway, you should signal how far in advance before you turn?

A

500 feet

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12
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When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least…

A

one car length

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13
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When passing a truck, you should

A

not remain in it’s blindspot any longer than necessary

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14
Q

When there are three or more lanes going in one direction, what is the left lane used for?

A

for drivers to go faster or turn left

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15
Q

What is the recommended minimum following distance behind the vehicle ahead of you?

A

4 seconds

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16
Q

Before changing lanes, how can you make sure that you won’t get in the way of other vehicles?

A

Look in mirrors, check blindspots, and signal your intention to move

17
Q

Shared center lanes are reserved for…

A

making left turns

18
Q

What is the correct hand signal for a right turn?

A

Hand and arm extended upward(90 degree/right angle)

19
Q

When coming to an intersection, which way must you look before you proceed?

A

Left-right-left

20
Q

When are you allowed to make a left turn at a red light?

A

Only if a sign permits it

21
Q

What is the hand signal if you intend to slow down and stop?

A

Hand and arm bent downward(90 degree/right angle)

22
Q

When should you use hand signals?

A

When your light signals fail