Test 4 Flashcards
To avoid collisions on the road you must
Try to keep a space cushion
___ show parking spaces for persons with disabilities
Blue pavement markings
A center lane between lanes of traffic traveling in opposite directions may be designated for
Left turns only
The most important vehicle control device to use during a skid is
The steering wheel
When traffic control lights are not working, you must ___ before proceeding through the intersection
Come to a full stop
If you approach a vehicle displaying a triangular sign that is orange with a red, reflective border in the back side, you must
Slow down and use caution
Black on orange signs on a highway identify
Specific information and directions to drivers in work zones
When passing a large vehicle, do not pull back in front of the truck until you can see its
Headlights in your inside review mirror
At an uncontrolled t- intersection, the vehicle on the continuing street must yield to the vehicle on the terminating street. T or f
False
If you are having vehicle trouble, and need to stop, first step you should do is
Pull off the road and away from traffic
When you turn from a high speed, two lane roadway, ___ if you have traffic following you.
Try not to slow down your vehicle too early
When following a large vehicle at night, always
Dim your high-beam headlights
When an animal suddenly runs in front of your vehicle, you must
Concentrate on retaining control of your vehicle
When passing in rural areas, drivers must pay more attention to
Unmarked railroad crossings and hidden intersections
If you are preparing for a right turn behind a bicyclist misjudgment can result in a broadside crash called a
Right hook
Wen you are moving through an intersection with a green signal and a pedestrian starts to cross in your path against the red signal, the first thing to do is
Give a warning with your horn
If you find a steady yellow signal at an intersection, you must
Come to an immediate stop
A broken white line permits the passing of other vehicles. T or f
True
On a multi-lane roundabout, if you intend to exit the roundabout less than halfway around it, use
The right lane
Many the following parking types ___ is commonly used in parking lots, shopping centers, and wide streets
Angle parking
You will be trapped after and accident if you wear a safety belt. T or f
False
High-beam headlights should be used at night
Whenever there are no incoming vehicles
On unfamiliar roads and in constructions areas
Where there may be people along side of your roadway
Drivers must be cautious if it starts to rain on a hot day, because pavement can be very slippery for the first few minutes due to
Oil in the asphalt
If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road, you should
Ease your foot off the gas pedal
Not stop until your tires are gripping the road again
Keep the steering wheel straight
When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least
One vehicle length
What should you do if another driver tailgates your vehicle
You must pull over to the side and allow the driver to pass
If you are driving at a slower speed than other traffic in a highway or freeway, stay in the lane
Nearest to the right side of the road
What is an ideal situation for overtaking and passing another vehicle in the right?
When the vehicle you are passing is making or about to make a left turn
The ___ keeps your head and chest from striking the dashboard or windshield in a collision
Shoulder belt
When a truck is trying to pass your vehicle, you can help the truck driver by
Keeping to the far side of your lane and reducing your speed slightly
___ lane is intended to be used for passing slower vehicles, on multi-lane roads
The leftmost
Flashing arrow panels may be used in work zones to
Guide drivers into the correct lane
If you approach a person (who is about to cross the road) walking with a white cane or a white cane tipped with red, you must:
Stop
On some roadways, some lanes reserved as transit are used for
Buses only
