Arkansas Permit Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How should you drive safely through a work zone?

Obey the normal posted speed limit if no reduced speed limits are posted.

Who has the right of way at an intersection that has no stop sign or traffic signal?

Vehicles approaching from the right.

What should you do when parking on a hill?

Turn wheels sharply away from traffic.

When changing lanes, how can you check to make sure there are no vehicles in your blind spot?

Use mirrors to check traffic while changing lanes and check over your shoulder. Signup and view all the answers

How far before a turn should you signal?

At least 100 feet. Signup and view all the answers

When are roads and highways the most slippery?

When it first starts to rain. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance should you turn on your headlights when driving?

On rainy, snowy, or foggy days, any time you cannot see a person or object clearly within 500 feet, and ½ hour before sunset until ½ hour after sunrise. Signup and view all the answers

What lights should you use when driving through fog?

Low beams. Signup and view all the answers

How do you indicate to cars traveling behind you that you are about to stop or slow down at a place they may not be expecting?

Tap your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are approached by an emergency vehicle with its lights and sirens going?

You must stop and remain stopped until the vehicle passes. Every vehicle must yield the right of way. Signup and view all the answers

What should you always remember to do before you start driving?

Adjust seat and mirrors. Signup and view all the answers

What does a green light indicate?

You may proceed if there is no opposing traffic. Signup and view all the answers

When is it okay to drive on the shoulder of the road?

Never, unless directed to do so by a police officer. Signup and view all the answers

What does a steady green traffic light indicate?

Driver may proceed through an intersection if there is no opposing traffic. Signup and view all the answers

What do white lane markings indicate?

A dashed white line means a driver may cross the line to change lanes if safe; a solid white line means to stay within the lane unless a special situation requires changing lanes. Signup and view all the answers

What sign is used to warn drivers that work on the highway has caused a difference in elevation of side-by-side lanes?

Uneven lanes. Signup and view all the answers

What are route signs?

They indicate the type of roadway (i.e., Interstate, U.S. state, or county). Signup and view all the answers

What must you do if making a turn and a pedestrian is in your path?

You must yield. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do in the event you experience a blowout?

Hold the steering wheel tightly, keep the vehicle going straight, pull off the road in a safe place, and slow gradually. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your car starts to skid?

Stay off the brake until the vehicle slows, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid, and continue to correct your steering until the vehicle is again moving in the correct direction. Signup and view all the answers

What are shared center lanes reserved for?

Making left turns. Signup and view all the answers

What is a clue to help you spot a slippery road before it's too late?

If it starts to rain on a hot day, pavement can be very slippery the first few minutes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure to be used by the driver who is following a vehicle under good road conditions?

Follow the two-second rule to help maintain a safe distance. Signup and view all the answers

Do not assume that a train is not coming even if you have never seen one at a particular crossing.

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Study Notes

General Driving Safety

Obey normal posted speed limits in work zones unless reduced speed limits are indicated.
In intersections without stop signs or signals, yield to approaching vehicles from the right.

Parking and Hill Safety

When parking downhill, turn wheels sharply away from traffic to prevent rolling into the road.

Lane Changing Protocols

Use mirrors and shoulder checks to ensure no vehicles are in blind spots before changing lanes.

Signaling and Turning

Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn to alert other drivers.

Weather and Road Conditions

Roads are most slippery when it first starts to rain; take extra caution during these times.
Turn on headlights in rainy, snowy, or foggy conditions, or when visibility is poor (under 500 feet).

Lighting Requirements

Use low-beam headlights when driving through fog to improve visibility without reflecting light back at you.

Communicating with Other Drivers

Tap the brake pedal rapidly three to four times to signal to following drivers that you are stopping or slowing down unexpectedly.

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

Yield the right of way to emergency vehicles with flashing lights and sirens, and stop until they pass.

Pre-Driving Checklist

Always adjust your seat and mirrors before starting to drive for optimal control.

Traffic Light Understanding

A green light indicates the driver may proceed if there is no opposing traffic.

Road Rules

It is illegal to drive on the shoulder unless directed by law enforcement.
A steady green traffic light means proceed through an intersection if it is safe.

Lane Markings Interpretation

A dashed white line indicates that changing lanes is permissible if safe; a solid white line suggests staying in the lane unless necessary to change.

Construction Zone Awareness

Warning signs indicate uneven lanes due to road work; drive cautiously.

Route Sign Knowledge

Route signs communicate the type of road (Interstate, U.S. state, or county) that drivers are on.

Pedestrian Right of Way

If making a turn and a pedestrian is present in your path, yield to them.

Handling Vehicle Emergencies

In the event of a blowout, maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel, and steer straight while gradually slowing down.

Skid Recovery Techniques

If skidding, steer in the direction of the skid and continue to correct steering until control is regained.

Shared Lane Usage

Shared center lanes can be used for turning by vehicles traveling in either direction.

Identifying Slippery Conditions

Be cautious of the first few minutes of rain on hot pavement, as it can become slick quickly; icy spots often appear first on bridges and shaded areas.

Following Distance

Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead by following the two-second rule in good road conditions.

Train Crossings

Always be vigilant at train crossings; never assume that a train is not approaching, regardless of previous experience.

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