Questions and Answers
When set on high beam, headlights must make objects visible on the road ahead from at least ___ away.
Dirty headlights can reduce visibility up to __%.
A tire is illegal if the tread is less than ________ of an inch deep.
Speed limit for 1. alleys, 2. urban or town roads, 3. and in all other locations:
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Speed limit on a two-lane highway with posted speed of 55 mph or higher is increased by __ mph when driver lawfully passes another vehicle.
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You can be fined for driving __ mph above the speed limit and will be charged extra for driving __ mph or more over. If you are caught driving excess of ___ mph your driving privileges will be revoked for a minimum of _ months.
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What is the surcharge added to the speeding fine if you don't slow down when you approach or pass a stopped emergency vehicle?
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Signals are to be activated at least ___ feet before making a turn.
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When changing lanes, what should you do to check blind spots?
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U-Turns are illegal near the ___ of hills and on curves where other drivers can't see you from ___ feet away.
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Don't pass on a curve or hill where you can't clearly see the road ahead for at least ___ feet or within ___ feet of an intersection, underpass, tunnel, or railroad crossing.
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Parking is not allowed within __ feet of a crosswalk at intersection, on a ________ or ________, and _____ intersections.
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When front wheels are pointing downward on a hill, wheels should be turned towards:
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When front wheels are pointing uphill, wheels should be turned:
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No parking within __ feet of any flashing light, stop sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a public road.
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No parking within __ feet of nearest railroad crossing.
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No parking within __ feet of a fire hydrant.
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When parked on a highway at night, or any time lights are required, must have at least one white or amber front light and at least one red taillight illuminated and be visible from at least ___ feet.
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Possible to die in a crash when traveling at a minimum __ mph.
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Children under __ should always ride in the back seat.
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Maintain __ inches between yourself and wheel for airbags.
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For airbags, keep hands in __ o'clock or _ o'clock.
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Flashing yellow lights will be activated at least __ feet before a school bus stops in a speed zone of __ mph or less, and __ feet in a speed zone of __ mph and more.
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Only emergency vehicles are allowed to follow within ___ feet of any firefighting vehicle making an emergency run.
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Fleeing the police can result in imprisonment for no more than ______ and/or a fine of $_____
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Average passenger car traveling 55 mph can stop within ___ to ___ feet.
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While a commercial vehicle could require more than ___ feet to stop.
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SIPDE in bad conditions stands for:
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Length of time from perception of danger to using brakes happens in __ seconds.
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You should be able to stop within the distance that your headlights illuminate on the road, or not more than ____ feet.
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If using a camper or trailer maintain at least ___ feet following distance.
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Alcohol measurements. These contain the same amount: __ oz beer, __ oz wine, __ oz wine cooler.
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For first DUI, minimum of __ day revocation, __ days in jail, ____ fine.
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Study Notes
Headlight Regulations
- High beam headlights must illuminate objects from at least 350 feet ahead.
- Dirty headlights can diminish visibility by up to 75%.
Tire Regulations
- Tires are illegal if tread depth is less than one sixteenth of an inch.
Speed Limits
- Speed limits are: 10 mph in alleys, 30 mph on urban roads, and 55 mph in other areas.
- On a two-lane highway with a posted limit of 55 mph or higher, the speed limit increases by 10 mph when legally passing another vehicle.
- Be fined for driving any speed above the limit; additional fines apply for exceeding 20 mph over. Revocation of driving privileges for going 100 mph over the limit for at least 6 months.
Emergency Vehicle Protocol
- A surcharge of at least $25 is added to speeding fines for failing to slow down for a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights.
Turning and Lane Changing
- Signal activation is required at least 100 feet before a turn.
- Check blind spots by looking over your shoulder when changing lanes.
U-Turn Regulations
- U-turns are illegal near the tops of hills and on curves where visibility is obscured from 1,000 feet.
Passing and Parking Regulations
- Do not pass on curves or hills without clear visibility for at least 700 feet; do not pass within 100 feet of intersections or railroad crossings.
- No parking within 20 feet of a crosswalk at intersections, on sidewalks, or within intersections.
Parking Rules
- For hill parking, wheels should be turned toward the curb when facing downhill and away from the curb when facing uphill.
- No parking within 30 feet of flashing lights, stop signs, or traffic signals; 50 feet of a railroad crossing; and 10 feet of a fire hydrant.
Vehicle Lighting
- When parked at night on a highway, a vehicle must have at least one illuminated front light and one red taillight visible from at least 500 feet.
Safety and Driver Awareness
- Collisions can be fatal at speeds as low as 12 mph.
- Children under 13 should always ride in the back seat.
- Maintain a distance of 10 inches between yourself and the steering wheel for airbag safety.
Driver's Hand Positioning
- Keep hands at the 8 and 4 o'clock or 9 and 3 o'clock positions on the wheel.
School Bus Safety
- Flashing yellow lights activate 100 feet before a bus stops in a 35 mph zone, and 300 feet in zones over 35 mph.
Emergency Vehicle Distance
- Only emergency vehicles are permitted within 500 feet of a firefighting vehicle responding to an emergency.
Legal Consequences
- Fleeing law enforcement can result in imprisonment for a maximum of 3 years and a day and/or a $5,000 fine.
Stopping Distances
- Average passenger vehicles traveling at 55 mph can stop within 130 to 140 feet; commercial vehicles require over 400 feet to stop.
- Driver distance should be within headlight illumination, but no more than 350 feet.
Following Distance
- Maintain a minimum following distance of 500 feet when towing a camper or trailer.
Alcohol and Driving
- Equal alcohol content: 12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 9 oz of wine cooler.
- First DUI incurs a minimum of 90 days revocation, 90 days in jail, and a $1,000 fine.
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