Traffic Safety

Question 1

If you approach a traffic light with a red signal and a police officer directs you to go through the intersection without stopping, you should…

Answer 1

Go through the intersection without stopping.

Question 2

What action blocks the smooth flow of traffic? Also known as “rubber necking”

Answer 2

Slowing down to look at collision scene.

Question 3

When driving in work zones, you should

Answer 3

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop suddenly.

Question 4

When you are behind a motorcycle, you should…

Answer 4

Allow a larger following distance.

Question 5

True or False: There are two traffic lanes moving in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right. If the driver behind you wishes to drive faster, you should stay in your lane so you don’t impede the flow of traffic.

Answer 5

False: You should move into the right lane when it is safe

Question 6

You are approaching a green traffic light and traffic is blocking the intersection. What is the best thing to do?

Answer 6

Don’t enter the intersection until you can get completely across. You can be cited (fined) for blocking the intersection.

Question 7

Drivers must use their seat belt
A. Unless they are driving a vehicle built before 1978.
B. And failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket.
C. Unless they are driving a limousine.

Answer 7

B