Signals, Horns, & Headlights

Question 1

When should you use hand signals instead of/in addition to your vehicle’s signal lights?

Answer 1

1. If your signal lights are not functioning.
2. If bright sunlight makes your signal lights hard to see.
3. In other scenarios when you need to provide an additional warning to other vehicles (e.g. when approaching a hazard).

Question 2

How many feet should you signal before you turn?

Answer 2

At least 100 feet.

Question 3

When should you signal before changing lanes?

Answer 3

Always.

Question 4

How many seconds should you signal before changing lanes on a freeway?

Answer 4

At least 5 seconds.

Question 5

Are there any circumstances under which you should not signal before changing lanes?

Answer 5

No.

Question 6

There are no vehicles visible around you. Is it acceptable not to signal?

Answer 6

No.

Question 7

What is the first step to take when preparing to pull next to the curb or away from the curb?

Answer 7

Signal.

Question 8

If you plan to turn shortly after crossing an intersection, when should you signal?

Answer 8

When you are almost through the intersection.

Question 9

When should you use your horn?

Answer 9

1. To let other drivers know you are there to avoid collisions.
2. To warn others of a hazard.

Question 10

You are on a narrow mountain road and cannot see 200 feet in front of you. What should you do?

Answer 10

Use your horn to let other drivers know you are there.

Question 11

When should you use your horn on narrow mountain roads?

Answer 11

If you cannot see 200 feet in front of you.

Question 12

You have been using your high-beams and notice a vehicle approaching you. Within what distance of the approaching vehicle should you dim your headlights to your low-beams?

Answer 12

Within 500 feet of the approaching vehicle.

Question 13

You have been using your high-beams and are following a vehicle. Within what distance of the vehicle you are following should you dim your headlights to your low-beams?

Answer 13

Within 300 feet of the vehicle you are following.

Question 14

Is it legal to drive using only your parking lights?

Answer 14

No.

Question 15

How dark does it need to be for you to be required to turn on your headlights?

Answer 15

When it is too dark to see from 1,000 feet away.

Question 16

What time of evening are you required to turn on your headlights?

Answer 16

Beginning 30 minutes after sunset.

Question 17

Until what time of morning are you required to keep your headlights on?

Answer 17

Until 30 minutes before sunrise.

Question 18

You have entered adverse weather conditions such as fog, rain, or snow require the use of your windshield wipers. What must you do with your headlights?

Answer 18

Turn on your low-beams.

Question 19

Conditions such as clouds, dust, smoke, or fog are preventing you from clearly seeing other vehicles. What must you do with your headlights?

Answer 19

Turn on your low-beams.

Question 20

It is a sunny day, and you are about to drive into a tunnel. What must you do with your headlights?

Answer 20

Turn on your low-beams.

Question 21

It is a sunny day, and you are about to begin driving on a mountain road. What must you do with your headlights?

Answer 21

Turn on your low-beams.

Question 22

You are driving and see a road sign stating that headlights must be on. Are you required to comply?

Answer 22

Yes.

Question 23

The sun is low on the horizon. What must you do with your headlights?

Answer 23

Turn on your low-beams.

Question 24

If you are ever concerned about the ability of other drivers to see your vehicle, what must you do with your headlights?

Answer 24

Turn on your low-beams.

Question 25

What is the hand signal for turning left?

Answer 25

Hold your arm straight out.

Question 26

What is the hand signal for turning right?

Answer 26

Hold your arm out with your forearm pointing up.

Question 27

What is the hand signal for slowing or stopping?

Answer 27

Hold your arm out with your forearm pointing down.

Question 28

If you see a collision or hazard ahead, how should you warn other drivers?

Answer 28

1. Turn on your emergency flashers.
2. Lightly tap your brake pedal three or four times.
3. Open your window and use a hand signal when slowing or stopping.

Question 29

If you need to stop due to vehicle trouble, what must you do with your lights?

Answer 29

Turn on your emergency flashers. If your emergency flashers are not working, use your turn signals.

Question 30

You need to stop due to vehicle trouble, but your emergency flashers are not working. What must you do with your lights?

Answer 30

Use your turn signals as an alternative.

Question 31

You need to stop due to vehicle trouble. Where should you try to stop your vehicle in relation to the road?

Answer 31

Off the road away from all traffic (if possible).

Question 32

If you need to stop due to vehicle trouble but are unable to get completely off the road, where should you try to stop your vehicle?

Answer 32

In a location where people can clearly see you and your vehicle from behind.

Question 33

You need to stop due to vehicle trouble and are driving on or near a hill. Where should you AVOID stopping your vehicle?

Answer 33

Just over the hill (because other drivers may not see you in time to avoid a collision).

Question 34

You need to stop due to vehicle trouble and are driving on or near a curve in the road. Where should you AVOID stopping your vehicle?

Answer 34

Just around the curve (because other drivers may not see you in time to avoid a collision).

Question 35

You need to stop due to vehicle trouble. What phone call do you need to make?

Answer 35

Call for emergency roadside assistance.

Question 36

You need to stop due to vehicle trouble. Provided that it is safe to remain in your vehicle, should you exit or remain in your vehicle until help arrives?

Answer 36

Remain in your vehicle until help arrives.