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Traffic Signal Flashcards

1
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Traffic signals apply to pedestrians (True or False)

A

True

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2
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Lane use signals are often used to
(red x black background ✖️)

A

Indicate where you can and cannot drive during different hours of the day

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3
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It is legal to avoid traffic controls by cutting through a parking lot or field

True or False

A

FALSE

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4
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You do NOT have to stop if a school bus is loading or unloading passengers and the signals are not on
TRUE or FALSE

A

FALSE

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Unless otherwise posted the maximum speed limit on a public highway is not part of the interstate system is 60 mph
TRUE or FALSE

A

False it is 55

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You must always stop your vehicle at clashing red signals
TRUE or FALSE

A

TRUE

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When a school bus stops to load or unload children, vehicles traveling in the same direction as the bus must
(A) slow down and proceed with caution
(B) maintain speed
(C) stop,then proceed with caution
(D) stop until all children are clear and the bus moves again

A

D
Stop until all children are clear and the bus moves again

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8
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You must drive slower if conditions such as road construction or bad weather make the posted speed unsafe
TRUE or FALSE

A

TRUE

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9
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You may drive slower than the posted speed limit under ideal conditions, as long as you don’t impede the normal movement of traffic
TRUE or FALSE

A

TRUE

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10
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A speed limit is the maximum legal speed you can travel on the road in wet conditions
TRUE or FALSE

A

False
You must drive slower if conditions such as road construction or bad weather make the posted speed limit unsafe

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11
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Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit On an interstate highway is 75 mph
TRUE or FALSE

A

False

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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in school business and residential areas is:
(A) 15 mph
(B) 25 mph
(C) 35 mph
(D) 45 mph

A

25 mph

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13
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On average, it takes a vehicle moving 65 miles per hour over 500 feet to stop on dry level pavement

TRUE or FALSE

A

False
344 feet

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14
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It is illegal to drive slower than the posted speed limit

TRUE or FALSE

A

FALSE
You may drive slower than the posted speed limit, but it is illegal to drive any faster

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15
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What is a factor that determines the distance that it takes to stop your vehicle
(A) Perception time
(B) Reaction distance
(C) Braking distance
(D) All the above

A

D
All the above

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16
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Unless posted otherwise, the speed limit in a business area is:
(A) 15mph
(B) 25 mph
(C) 35 mph
(D) 45 mph

A

B
25 mph

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17
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It is illegal to use a radar detector in virginia

TRUE or FALSE

A

TRUE

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18
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Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit in residential areas is 25 mph

TRUE or FALSE

A

TRUE

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19
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Perception time reaction distance and breaking distance are affected by:
(A) weather
(B) mental and physical condition
(C) visibility
(D) All the above

A

D
All the above

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You may drive slower than the post’s speed

TRUE or FALSE

A

True

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21
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When you encounter a funeral procession
(A) You must yield the right of way
(B) You should speed up to beat the procession
(C) Break through the procession and join in
(D) Obey the traffic signs and signals and ignore the police officer

A

A
You must yield the right of way

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22
Q

Drivers entering an interstate from an entrance ramp have the right away
TRUE or FALSE

A

False

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23
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When approaching a stop vehicle with flashing lights on a 4 lane highway, you must change to a lane not next to the emergency vehicle, if you can change lanes safely

TRUE or FALSE

A

TRUE

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24
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While inside the roundabout, stay in your lane until you are ready to exit.

TRUE or FALSE

A

True

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25
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When you arrive at a roundabout, you must yield to any vehicles already in the roundabout

TRUE or FALSE

A

TRUE

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26
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You do not have to immediately yield the right of way when police or other emergency vehicles approach you from behind using flashing lights.

TRUE or FALSE

A

FALSE

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27
Q

When following an emergency vehicle responding to an emergency, you may NOT follow closer than:
(A) 100 feet
(B) 250 feet
(C) 350 feet
(D) 500 feet

A

D
500 feet

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28
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When approached by an emergency vehicle using sirens
and/or flashing lights, you must:

(A) Reduce your speed
(B) Continue at a safe speed
(C) Immediately yield the right of way, pull over to the right. edge of the road, and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed
(D) Turn off the road at the next intersection

A

C

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29
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You do not need to stop your vehicle for pedestrians attempting to cross a street

TRUE or FALSE

A

False

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30
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When you arrive at a roundabout you must:

(A) Sound your horn to warn pedestrians of your location
(B) Yield the right of way to pedestrians and bicyclists
(C) Stop before entering
(D) Use your left turn signal to let drivers around you know. what you want to do

A

B

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31
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You may not park within how many feet of where fire trucks or equipment are stopped answering an alarm

(A) 300
(B) 100
(C) 250
(D) 500

A

D
500

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32
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When two vehicles from different directions arrive at the same time at an intersection with no signs or signals, the driver on the right must allow the driver on the left to go first

TRUE or FALSE

A

False

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33
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At 65 miles per hour, the average stopping distance on dry, level pavement is:

(A) 150 feet
(B) 250
(C) 344
(D) 500

A

C
344

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34
Q

When entering a roadway from a private road or driveway you must:

(A) Slow down and sound your horn
(B) Continue at the same speed
(C) Stop and yield to all traffic and pedestrians
(D) Turn on your headlights

A

C
Stop and yield to all traffic and pedestrians

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35
Q

You must yield to all military convoys

TRUE or FALSE

A

True

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36
Q

When entering a roundabout:

(A) Use your turn signal to indicate where you want to go
(B) Obey traffic signs and pavement markings
(C) Yield to traffic already in the circle
(D) All the above

A

D
All the above

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37
Q

Using your turn signal is not required by law

TRUE or FALSE

A

False

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38
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The correct hand signal for stopping is:

(A) Right hand and arm pointing downward
(B) Left hand and arm pointing straight out
(C) Left hand in arm pointing downward
(D) Left hand and arm pointing upward

A

C
Left hand in arm pointing downward

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39
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When driving on a multi lane highway, you should stay in the right lane if you’re driving slower than traffic around you

TRUE or FALSE

A

TRUE

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40
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To make a U-turn at an intersection:

(A) Turn on your left turn signal
(B) Stop and yield for approaching traffic
(C) When the way is clear, proceed into the outside or right hand lane traveling in the opposite direction
(D) All the above

A

D
All the above

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41
Q

U-turns are legal everywhere

TRUE or FALSE

A

False

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42
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Most over-correction crashes

(A) Happen at night when the weather is hazardous
(B) Involve multiple cars
(C) Are single vehicle crashes and are often preventable
(D) Involve hitting a tree or animal

A

C

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43
Q

Turn your front wheels left while stopped and waiting to make a left turn

A

False
Keep your wheels straight

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44
Q

What is the highest speed limit for highways etc if it’s not otherwise posted

A

55

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45
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What’s the speed limit for residential, school, and business areas?

A

25

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46
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What’s the speed limit for unpaved roads if not posted otherwise?

A

35 mph

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47
Q

You don’t have to stop for a school bus if their lights aren’t flashing

True or False

A

False

You ALWAYS stop for school buses UNLESS you are on a road that is separated by a median (grass or concrete)

48
Q

When an emergency vehicle is driving with its sirens and/or its lights on and flashing, you must immediately yield the right of way, then pull over at the next intersection?

True or False

A

FALSE

You IMMEDIATELY:

◇ YIELD the right of way
◇ Pull over to the right side of the road asap
◇ STOP until the vehicle has passed

49
Q

You only have to yield for pedestrians if they are in a crosswalk?

True or False

A

False
You must always yield for pedestrians

50
Q

How close are you allowed to follow an emergency vehicle that has its lights and/or sirens on:

A. 100 feet
B. 250 feet
C. 300 feet
D. 500 feet

A

D. 500 feet

51
Q

Before you make a U-turn you should check for No U-turn and No left turn signs?

True or False

52
Q

U-turns are only allowed at intersections

True or False

A

True
U-turns in business sections, towns, and cities are only allowed @ intersections. U-turns are NOT allowed 9n highways

53
Q

Most over-correction crashes are multiple vehicle accidents

True or False

A

False
Most over-correction crashes are single vehicle accidents that could have been prevented

54
Q

You should never pass a vehicle on the right

True or False

55
Q

You should move into the right lane after passing a vehicle on the left AFTER you can see the front of the vehicle in your rear view mirror

True or False

56
Q

Before you change lanes, you should:

A. Give the proper turn signal
B. Check your rear and Sideview mirrors and quickly glance over your shoulder
C. Check for any vehicles in your blindspot
D. All the above

A

D
All the above
Turn on the appropriate turn signal, check rear and Sideview mirrors and quickly glance over your shoulder, and check your blindspots

57
Q

U-turns are legal everywhere

True or False

58
Q

Passing is allowed on the shoulder of the road

True or False

59
Q

Turn your front wheels left while stopped waiting to make a U-turn

True or False

A

False

Keep them straight until you safely turn. This will keep you from being pushed into oncoming traffic should you be hit from behind while stopped and waiting to turn

60
Q

If traffic lights at an intersection are not working, all vehicles must:

A. Slow down to 25 mph
B. Stop and the driver on the right must yield to the driver on the left
C. Stop and the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right
D. Proceed with caution and go through the intersection

A

C
Driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right

61
Q

Drivers entering an interstate from an entrance ramp have the right of way

True or False

62
Q

You may never pass a vehicle on the right

True or False

A

False
You may pass on the right if the vehicle you are passing has signaled and is making a left turn

63
Q

When you plan to turn, you should signal 10 to 15 seconds ahead of your turn

True or False

A

False

You should signal at least 3 or 4 seconds and 100 ft before the turn

64
Q

The correct hand signal for stopping is left hand and arm pointing upward

True or False

A

False
Correct signal for stopping is left hand and arm pointing downward

65
Q

When being passed, you should speed up

True or False

66
Q

When passing another vehicle, if you are still in the left lane when you reach the No Passing Zone, you are not breaking the law

True or False

A

False

Complete the pass before you reach the No passing zone. If you are still in the left lane when you reach the No Passing Zone you ARE breaking the law

67
Q

Your following distance should increase when entering a highway

True or False

A

False
One of the few times your following distance should DECREASE

68
Q

On a dry surface, when driving under 35 MPH, you should use a:

A. 1 second rule
B. 3 second rule
C. 4 second rule
D. 2 second rule

A

D. 2 second rule

69
Q

You create a safe space cushion around your vehicle by staying in the middle of your lane

True or False

70
Q

When traveling on a dry surface at 46-70 mph, you should use the 3 second rule

True or False

A

False

You should use the 4 second rule

71
Q

When does a driver need to change the following distance?

A. At night
B. At dawn or dusk
C. When traffic is heavy
D. When speed or road conditions change

72
Q

Use the 2, 3, and 4 second rule to determine if following far enough behind the vehicle in front of you

True or False

73
Q

To determine if you are following far enough behind the vehicle ahead of you using the 2, 3, and 4 minute rule

True or False

A

False

You use the 2, 3, and 4 SECOND rule

74
Q

Tailgating is when the driver behind you is following too closely

True or False

75
Q

Space around your vehicle:

A. Helps prevent scratches
B. Helps others avoid crashing into you
C. Allows you to better communicate with other drivers
D. Gives you distance to react in emergencies and avoid a crash

76
Q

By maintaining a safe following distance and a steady speed, you help the driver behind you

True or False

77
Q

If you find yourself in a tailgating situation, you should:

A. Brake suddenly
B. Speed up
C. Gently tap on your brakes to flash your brake lights and slow down
D. Come to a complete stop

A

C
Gently tap on your brakes

78
Q

Expert drivers try to focus their eyes 20 to 30 seconds ahead

True or False

79
Q

Avoid driving in someone’s blind spot by driving:

A. Sounding your horn
B. Pulling over
C. Flashing your headlights
D. Speeding up or dropping back

A

D
Speeding up or dropping baxk

80
Q

Danger areas that cannot be seen in the mirrors on either or both sides of the vehicle are called blind spots

True or False

81
Q

Driving in someone else’s blind spot is just as dangerous as not checking your own blind spot

True or False

82
Q

Towing a trailer places additional stress on the vehicle; it takes twice as long to:

A. Pass
B. Stop
C. Accelerate and turn
D. All the above

83
Q

Half of fatal motorcycle crashes are caused by the motorists’ failure to see the motorcycle in traffic

True or False

84
Q

If a traffic light changes from red to green while a pedestrian is in the street, vehicles coming from the right have the right of way

True or False

A

False
Allow the pedestrian to cross the street
Pedestrians always have the right of way

85
Q

Before driving a vehicle with a light to medium trailer attached, you should ensure:

A. The pin securing the ball mount to the receiver is intact
B. Safety chains are properly attached
C. Brake lights, turn signals, and license plate lights are functioning properly
D. All the above

86
Q

Bicycle riders follow different laws than drivers of motor vehicles

True or False

A

False
They are subject to many of the same laws as drivers

87
Q

It is against the law to operate a moped faster than:

A. 45
B. 50
C. 70
D. 35

88
Q

You can drive beside a motorcycle in the same lane when you are passing them

True or False

A

False
You can’t ever legally drive in the same lane as motorcycles

89
Q

When following a motorcycle, expect them to make sudden changes because:

A. They like to show off
B. Motorcyclists are unsteady
C. It is easy for motorcyclists to change lanes
D. A slight change or debris on the road surface can be a major obstacle for motorcyclists

A

D
A slight change or debris on the road can be

90
Q

It is always a good habit for drivers to be prepared to stop suddenly when approaching a bicyclist

True or False

A

True

Slow down, give plenty of room, and be prepared to stop suddenly when approaching a when approaching a bicyclist

91
Q

You must use your headlights whenever you use your windshield wipers as a result of bad weather

True or False

92
Q

Before you start driving, snow and ice should be removed from:

A. The roof of your vehicle
B. The hood of your vehicle
C. The rear of your vehicle
D. All the above

93
Q

How many feet from a fire hydrant are you required to be parked from?

A. 100 feet
B. 50 feet
C. 75 feet
D. 15

A

D

15 feet from a fire hydrant
20 feet from an intersection
50 feet from a railroad crossing

94
Q

You must be parked at least 20 feet from a fire hydrant

True or False

A

False

15 feet

95
Q

How many feet are you required to be parked from an intersection?

A. 20 feet
B. 30 feet
C. 40 feet
D. 50 feet

96
Q

If a car is parked 51 feet from a railroad crossing, is it parked legally?

Yes or no

A

Yes

You are required to be at LEAST 50 feet from a railroad crossing

97
Q

If you are following a vehicle at night, you must use low beams if you are within how many feet of the other vehicle?

A. 200
B. 300
C. 500
D. 600

98
Q

On a one-way road, park on either side of the street

True or False

A

True

On a 1-way street, you can park on either side
On a 2-way street, park on the right side of the road

99
Q

Driving becomes hazardous when visibility is reduced or when the road surface is covered with rain, snow, or ice. Your first response should be:

A. Reduce your speed
B. Pull over and let the storm pass
C. Speed up to get to your destination quickly
D. Report the hazardous conditions to the local authorities

A

A. Reduce your speed

100
Q

The road is more likely to be slippery when:

A. The center lines have recently been painted
B. Rain begins during the first half-hour
C. The pavement is dry on a hot day
D. The surface was recently paved

A

B
Rain begins during the first half-hour due to the oil on the road surface mixing with water

101
Q

When parking uphill on a road with no curb, you should turn your wheels to the right

True or False

A

True
Turn towards the right so if the vehicle rolls, the rear of the vehicle will roll away from traffic

102
Q

The single biggest contributor to crashes is:

A. Not being seen by other drivers
B. Driving too fast
C. Failing to identify a risk
D. Driving too slow

A

C
Failing to identify a risk

103
Q

Headlights must be used from

104
Q

You may pass a vehicle on the right if it is signaled and turning left

True or False

105
Q

On a dry surface at 46-70 mph, you should use a:

A. 2 second rule
B. 3 second rule
C. 4 second rule
D. 5 second rule

A

C
4 second rule

106
Q

To determine whether you are following far enough behind the vehicle ahead of you, use the 2, 3, and 4 second rule

True or False

107
Q

When does a driver need to change the following distance

A. At night
B. At dawn or dusk
C. When traffic is heavy
D. When speed or road conditions change

108
Q

When driving 35 mph, use the 3 second rule

True or False

A

False
Use the 2 second rule

109
Q

You create a space cushion around your vehicle by driving in the ______ of your lane

A. Right side
B. Left side
C. Middle

110
Q

You can avoid being in someone’s blind spot by speeding up or dropping back

True or False

111
Q

Expert drivers try to focus their eyes to 20 to 30 seconds ahead

True or False

112
Q

What is the leading cause of all motorcycle crashes involving automobiles

A. The motorcyclist did not see the motorist
B. Bad weather conditions
C. Failure of the motorist to see motorcyclists in traffic
D. Drunk driving

113
Q

It’s against the law to operate a moped faster than:

A. 45 mph
B. 50 mph
C. 70 mph
D. 35 mph

114
Q

Virginia law requires motorists to use headlights during rain, fog, snow, or sleet when visibility is reduced to:

A. 250 feet
B. 750 feet
C. 500 feet
D. 1000 feet

115
Q

When following a motor vehicle at night, use low beams if you are within ______feet of the other vehicle

A. 200
B. 300
C. 500
D. 600

116
Q

In heavy fog alway use:

A. Low beams
B. High beams
C. Parking lights
D. Windshield wipers

A

A
Low beams

117
Q

You must not park your car within:

A. 50 feet from a railroad crossing
B. 20 feet from an intersection
C. 15 feet from a fire hydrant
D. All the above

A

D
All the above

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