Aceable Chapter 3 Flashcards

Right of Way

• Right of way violations can result in fines; yielding is crucial for safety on the road.
• Drivers at controlled intersections must yield to vehicles already present or those to their right.

Intersections

• Traditional Intersections: Where two or more roadway users converge, can be controlled (with signs) or uncontrolled (no signs).
• Non-Traditional Intersections: Locations such as turnarounds or railroad crossings with unique traffic considerations.
• Controlled Intersections: Governed by traffic signs; prioritize yielding to existing intersection traffic and the driver on the right.
• Uncontrolled Intersections: Require yielding to the driver on the right due to absence of regulatory signs.

Special Road Types

• Unpaved Roads: Paved roads generally have the right of way over unpaved roads.
• T Intersections: Vehicles on the cross street have the right of way.

Train Crossings

• Approach train crossings with caution and respect signal warnings, gates, or flags; keep a safe distance (at least 1500 feet).
• Always remain vigilant around train tracks to prevent accidents.

Emergency Vehicles

• When encountering emergency vehicles with sirens and lights, create space by moving to the right and reducing speed to 25 mph less than the speed limit.
• Pull over to assist emergency vehicles in passing safely.

School Buses

• School buses with flashing lights require all traffic to stop until the lights cease and the bus resumes motion.
• Buses do not need to stop if they are on a different road, using access roads, or whether traffic is moving in the opposite direction.

Traffic Signals

• Red Light: Requires a complete stop; right turns may be made unless prohibited, left turns allowed only on one-way streets unless signage indicates otherwise.
• Flashing Red Light: Mandates a complete stop at the intersection.
• Yellow Light: Indicates caution, signaling that a light will change soon.
• Flashing Yellow Light: Drivers should yield to oncoming traffic without requiring a complete stop.
• Yellow Arrow: Advises caution while turning left, indicating potential changes in light state.

Green Light

• Upon a green light, drivers should check for oncoming traffic from both right and left before proceeding.

Traffic Sign Characteristics

• Color: Each color on traffic signs conveys specific meanings and instructions.
• Shape: The shape of traffic signs is also critical for understanding important regulations and warnings.

Test your knowledge on traffic laws and intersection types with these flashcards from Aceable Chapter 3. Understand the concepts of right of way and different intersection controls to enhance your driving skills.