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To see vehicles in your blind spots, you must look:
To see vehicles in your blind spots, you must look:
You should usually drive slower when:
You should usually drive slower when:
When a yellow arrow appears as you are about to turn from a dedicated left turn lane, you should:
When a yellow arrow appears as you are about to turn from a dedicated left turn lane, you should:
If you are convicted of defacing property by using paint or any other kind of liquid, the court may delay your driving privilege for up to ____ year(s).
If you are convicted of defacing property by using paint or any other kind of liquid, the court may delay your driving privilege for up to ____ year(s).
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When a car with bright headlights comes toward you at night, you should:
When a car with bright headlights comes toward you at night, you should:
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Which of these is the proper way to change lanes?
Which of these is the proper way to change lanes?
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If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving through heavy rain or fog, and your wipers do not help, you should:
If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving through heavy rain or fog, and your wipers do not help, you should:
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If a car ahead of you has stopped at a crosswalk, you should:
If a car ahead of you has stopped at a crosswalk, you should:
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It is illegal to enter an intersection when:
It is illegal to enter an intersection when:
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What should you do when you see a railroad sign?
What should you do when you see a railroad sign?
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In the first 12 months after licensing, a driver under 18 years of age may:
In the first 12 months after licensing, a driver under 18 years of age may:
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A right turn starts in the right-hand lane and ends in:
A right turn starts in the right-hand lane and ends in:
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If you experience brake failure while driving, you should:
If you experience brake failure while driving, you should:
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An orange and red sign of this shape means:
An orange and red sign of this shape means:
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When it is foggy, you should slow down and turn on your:
When it is foggy, you should slow down and turn on your:
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This lane in the middle of a two-way street may be used:
This lane in the middle of a two-way street may be used:
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To avoid getting rear-ended by another vehicle in an emergency, you should:
To avoid getting rear-ended by another vehicle in an emergency, you should:
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Flash floods can cause vehicles to float and fill with water, trapping and drowning people. While especially dangerous at night and in deep water, even ____ inches of water can float some small cars.
Flash floods can cause vehicles to float and fill with water, trapping and drowning people. While especially dangerous at night and in deep water, even ____ inches of water can float some small cars.
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You see a car approaching from the rear, but when you check your mirror again before changing lanes, you no longer see it. You should:
You see a car approaching from the rear, but when you check your mirror again before changing lanes, you no longer see it. You should:
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What is the correct parking position for uphill parking?
What is the correct parking position for uphill parking?
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What is the correct parking position for downhill parking?
What is the correct parking position for downhill parking?
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Study Notes
Blind Spots
- To see vehicles in blind spots, look over your shoulders.
Driving Speed Adjustments
- Reduce speed when brake lights are visible on several vehicles ahead.
Traffic Signals
- When a yellow arrow displays while turning left, prepare to obey the next signal.
Convictions and Driving Privileges
- Conviction for defacing property may result in a driving privilege delay of up to three years.
Dealing with Bright Headlights
- If bright headlights approach at night, look toward the right edge of the lane.
Lane Changing Procedure
- Proper lane changing involves signaling, checking mirrors, and looking over your shoulder.
Heavy Rain or Fog Driving
- If visibility is severely hindered during rain or fog, pull off the road until conditions improve.
Stopping for Crosswalks
- A car stopped at a crosswalk requires you to stop and proceed only when safe.
Intersection Regulations
- Entering an intersection is illegal if unable to completely cross before the light turns red.
Railroad Signs
- Railroad signs indicate preparation to stop at upcoming crossings.
Licensing Restrictions for Under 18 Drivers
- In the first year post-licensing, drivers under 18 can drive with a licensed driver aged 25 or older.
Turning Regulations
- A right turn begins in the right lane and ends in the lane closest to the curb.
Brake Failure Action
- In case of brake failure, downshift, look for a stopping area, and consider using the parking brake.
Slow-Moving Vehicle Sign
- An orange and red sign indicates a slow-moving vehicle.
Fog Driving Precautions
- During fog, slow down and use low-beam lights for visibility.
Middle Lane Usage on Two-Way Streets
- The center lane may be used for starting or ending left turns or U-turns.
Rear-End Collision Prevention
- Start braking early to signal the driver behind you in emergencies.
Flood Risks
- Six inches of water can float some small cars, making flood situations particularly dangerous.
Blind Spot Check Before Lane Change
- Always look over your shoulder to check for vehicles in the blind spot before changing lanes.
Uphill Parking Technique
- When parked uphill, ensure the wheels face away from the curb.
Downhill Parking Technique
- When parked downhill, turn the wheels toward the curb for safety.
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