Class D Knowledge Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does a slow-moving vehicle emblem look like?

Rectangular yellow sign

Circular red sign

Square green sign

Triangular orange sign (correct)

When a vehicle with an Anti-Lock Braking System starts to lose traction on a slippery road, what should drivers do?

Press and hold the brake pedal

What should you do if you hear a siren and cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle?

Pull to the curb and look to see if it is on your street

How do you check your blind spots when changing lanes?

Turning your head and looking over your shoulder Signup and view all the answers

What does a yellow flashing traffic light mean?

Proceed with caution Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when the driver behind you wants to pass?

Slow down to allow room in front of your vehicle for the other driver to complete the pass easily Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your vehicle's wheels leave the pavement?

Take your foot off the accelerator, slow down, and ease back onto the road when it is safe to do so Signup and view all the answers

What increases stopping distances?

High speeds Signup and view all the answers

What typically causes hydroplaning?

Excessive speed Signup and view all the answers

If a driver refuses to submit to a blood alcohol concentration test, their license will be revoked for a minimum of ____ for a first-time conviction.

90 days Signup and view all the answers

What are the colors of traffic lights from top to bottom?

Red, yellow, green Signup and view all the answers

What is at the top of a traffic light?

Red Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you feel tired when driving?

Stop Signup and view all the answers

Roads freeze quickly when they are?

Shaded Signup and view all the answers

When driving in fog, what should you do?

<ol> <li>Drive cautiously and reduce speed 2. Not use high beams 3. Use low beams</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

On a two-lane road, traffic moving in both directions must stop for a bus with red lights.

True Signup and view all the answers

When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line, with the broken line next to your lane, may you pass?

If traffic is clear Signup and view all the answers

When a funeral procession is present, who has the right of way?

Funeral procession Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when entering a freeway?

<ol> <li>Signal 2. Yield to existing traffic 3. Enter at the same speed that traffic is moving</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

When should you drive in a lane with a lane use control light showing a red X?

Never Signup and view all the answers

Yellow-green signs indicate?

School zones Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in an alley if not posted?

10 mph Signup and view all the answers

When you are driving and your power steering stops working, what should you do?

Work hard to steer, reduce your speed, drive to a safe area, and stop Signup and view all the answers

What do diamond symbols mark?

Carpool lanes Signup and view all the answers

When should you drive below the posted speed limit?

Anything makes conditions less than perfect Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving on a highway divided by two solid yellow lines, when may you cross these lines?

Only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private road or driveway Signup and view all the answers

If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate you are turning.

Hand signals Signup and view all the answers

If you are turning onto a street with more than one lane traveling in your direction, what should you do?

Turn into the lane closest to your previous lane Signup and view all the answers

Certain highway signs require drivers to obey an indicated instruction. Such signs are known as?

Regulatory signs Signup and view all the answers

When may you honk your horn?

When you have lost control of your car Signup and view all the answers

What do two solid yellow lines on the pavement indicate?

Passing is not allowed Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid white line down the center of a two-lane road indicate?

Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are not permitted to pass Signup and view all the answers

A vehicle displaying a slow-moving vehicle emblem cannot drive faster than?

30 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to use a freeway exit ramp?

Slow down once moving onto the exit ramp Signup and view all the answers

What does a black and yellow sign with an arrow mean?

Slow down because the road ahead changes direction at an extreme angle Signup and view all the answers

You cannot park within ___ ft of a crosswalk.

20 ft Signup and view all the answers

Your body gets rid of approximately how many drinks an hour?

One Signup and view all the answers

When should you return to your previous lane while completing a pass?

When you can see the other vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror Signup and view all the answers

Where are stop lines located?

At intersections and pedestrian crosswalks Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when a traffic signal light turns green?

Yield the right of way to pedestrians Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal to follow within ___ of an emergency vehicle that is sounding its alarm.

500 ft Signup and view all the answers

There may be times when 10 mph is too fast for drivers to safely operate their vehicles.

True Signup and view all the answers

When approaching a steady yellow traffic light, what should drivers do?

Slow to a stop, unless they are already within the intersection Signup and view all the answers

Increasing your vehicle speed: _____ your field of vision.

Decreases Signup and view all the answers

To avoid being in a truck or bus driver's blind spot, what should you do?

Avoid driving alongside them or tailgating Signup and view all the answers

When driving in unfamiliar areas, what should you do?

Plan your trip ahead Signup and view all the answers

What does a narrow bridge sign indicate?

The bridge ahead may be too narrow to meet or pass a truck Signup and view all the answers

Can you pass on a solid yellow line?

False Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle starts to skid on water, the driver should quickly apply brakes.

False Signup and view all the answers

When parking uphill on a hill or incline with a curb, which way should the front wheels go?

Away from the curb Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you need to stop quickly and your vehicle is not equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS)?

Pump brakes Signup and view all the answers

You may not park within ___ of a railroad crossing.

50 ft Signup and view all the answers

When meeting a car with blinding headlights, what should you do?

Look toward the right side of the road Signup and view all the answers

What parts of roads freeze first?

Ramps and bridges Signup and view all the answers

When a driver's left arm and hand are extended downward, what does this hand signal mean?

Stop Signup and view all the answers

When driving in fog, which headlights should you use?

Low beams Signup and view all the answers

On a road which has no sidewalks, where should a pedestrian walk?

Side of the road facing oncoming traffic Signup and view all the answers

When set on high beam, how far must headlights make objects visible?

350 ft Signup and view all the answers

Headlights must be turned on at _ until _.

Sunset until sunrise Signup and view all the answers

The speed limit on a two-lane highway with a posted speed limit of 55 mph or higher is increased by ___ when the driver is lawfully passing another vehicle in the same direction.

10 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in urban towns or roads if not listed?

30 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in all other locations not listed?

55 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in alleyways?

10 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for driving fast?

Additional for 20 mph; license removed for 100 mph Signup and view all the answers

A hand upward out of the driver's window signifies?

Right turn Signup and view all the answers

How far before turning should you signal your intent?

At least 100 ft Signup and view all the answers

Where are u-turns illegal?

Top of hills and curves Signup and view all the answers

You cannot pass within ____ ft of an intersection.

100 Signup and view all the answers

You cannot park within _____ ft of a flashing light or stop sign.

30 ft Signup and view all the answers

You cannot park within ____ ft of a fire hydrant.

10 ft Signup and view all the answers

Can you park in front of mailboxes?

False Signup and view all the answers

What does a downward-facing triangle signal indicate?

Yield Signup and view all the answers

Vehicle stopping distances never depend on?

Time of day Signup and view all the answers

What does a diamond-shaped sign indicate?

Existing or possible hazards Signup and view all the answers

Pentagonal signs indicate?

School zones Signup and view all the answers

If a car has high beams on, where should you look?

Right side of the road Signup and view all the answers

At an intersection with a stop sign, where should you look after stopping?

Left then right then left Signup and view all the answers

When should you slow down for a curve?

Before you enter Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Slow Moving Vehicles and Emblems

A slow-moving vehicle emblem is a triangular orange sign.
Vehicles displaying this emblem cannot exceed 30 mph.

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

If losing traction on a slippery road, press and hold the brake pedal.

Responding to Emergency Vehicles

Pull to the curb and look when hearing a siren, even if the emergency vehicle is not immediately visible.

Lane Changing Safety

Always check blind spots by turning your head and looking over your shoulder.

Traffic Signals

Yellow flashing traffic lights indicate to proceed with caution.
Stop lines are located at intersections and pedestrian crosswalks.

Passing and Speed Management

When the vehicle behind wants to pass, slow down to provide space.
High speeds increase stopping distances, while excessive speed can lead to hydroplaning.

Traffic Law and Behavior

License revocation for refusing a blood alcohol concentration test is a minimum of 90 days for first-time convictions.
At a steady yellow light, slow down to stop unless already in the intersection.

Parking Regulations

Do not park within 20 ft of a crosswalk, 50 ft of a railroad crossing, and 10 ft of a fire hydrant.
Do not park in front of mailboxes.

Use of Headlights

Use low beams in fog and during nighttime from sunset until sunrise.
High beams must illuminate objects up to 350 ft away.

Road Safety

Pedestrians on roads without sidewalks should walk facing oncoming traffic.
When meeting vehicles with blinding headlights, look toward the right side of the road.

Lane Use and Control

A solid white line indicates lanes moving in the same direction, no passing allowed.
A lane use control light showing a red X means you should never drive in that lane.

Speed Limits

Posted speed limit in alleys is 10 mph, urban towns is 30 mph, and non-listed areas is 55 mph.
Drivers may increase their speed by 10 mph when lawfully passing another vehicle in the same direction.

Hand Signals and Turning

Hand signals are used if turn signals fail.
Signal your intent to turn at least 100 ft before executing the turn.

U-Turn and Passing Limitations

U-turns are illegal at the top of hills and curves.
Passing is not allowed within 100 ft of an intersection.

Caution and Avoidance

To avoid a truck or bus driver's blind spot, do not drive alongside or tailgate.
If steering gives out, reduce speed and find a safe area to stop.

Hazard Indicators

Black and yellow signs with arrows indicate a need to slow down due to changes in road direction.
Diamond symbols mark carpool lanes and indicate existing or potential hazards.

Traffic Control Devices

Regulatory signs require drivers to obey indicated instructions.
Yellow-green signs indicate school zones, highlighting areas with high pedestrian traffic.

Vehicle Control in Emergencies

If skidding, do not apply brakes quickly. Instead, steer in the direction you want to go.
Use hand signals if turn signals are inoperable and observe surroundings at intersections with stop signs by checking left, right, and then left again.

Miscellaneous Regulations

You cannot park within 30 ft of a flashing light or stop sign.
Vehicles should use the lane closest to their previous lane when turning onto a multi-lane road.

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Class D Knowledge Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does a slow-moving vehicle emblem look like?

When a vehicle with an Anti-Lock Braking System starts to lose traction on a slippery road, what should drivers do?

What should you do if you hear a siren and cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle?

How do you check your blind spots when changing lanes?

What does a yellow flashing traffic light mean?

What should you do when the driver behind you wants to pass?

What should you do if your vehicle's wheels leave the pavement?

What increases stopping distances?

What typically causes hydroplaning?

If a driver refuses to submit to a blood alcohol concentration test, their license will be revoked for a minimum of ____ for a first-time conviction.

What are the colors of traffic lights from top to bottom?

What is at the top of a traffic light?

What should you do if you feel tired when driving?

Roads freeze quickly when they are?

When driving in fog, what should you do?

On a two-lane road, traffic moving in both directions must stop for a bus with red lights.

When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line, with the broken line next to your lane, may you pass?

When a funeral procession is present, who has the right of way?

What should you do when entering a freeway?

When should you drive in a lane with a lane use control light showing a red X?

Yellow-green signs indicate?

What is the speed limit in an alley if not posted?

When you are driving and your power steering stops working, what should you do?

What do diamond symbols mark?

When should you drive below the posted speed limit?

If you are driving on a highway divided by two solid yellow lines, when may you cross these lines?

If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate you are turning.

If you are turning onto a street with more than one lane traveling in your direction, what should you do?

Certain highway signs require drivers to obey an indicated instruction. Such signs are known as?

When may you honk your horn?

What do two solid yellow lines on the pavement indicate?

What does a solid white line down the center of a two-lane road indicate?

A vehicle displaying a slow-moving vehicle emblem cannot drive faster than?

What is the correct way to use a freeway exit ramp?

What does a black and yellow sign with an arrow mean?

You cannot park within ___ ft of a crosswalk.

Your body gets rid of approximately how many drinks an hour?

When should you return to your previous lane while completing a pass?

Where are stop lines located?

What should you do when a traffic signal light turns green?

It is illegal to follow within ___ of an emergency vehicle that is sounding its alarm.

There may be times when 10 mph is too fast for drivers to safely operate their vehicles.

When approaching a steady yellow traffic light, what should drivers do?

Increasing your vehicle speed: _____ your field of vision.

To avoid being in a truck or bus driver's blind spot, what should you do?

When driving in unfamiliar areas, what should you do?

What does a narrow bridge sign indicate?

Can you pass on a solid yellow line?

If your vehicle starts to skid on water, the driver should quickly apply brakes.

When parking uphill on a hill or incline with a curb, which way should the front wheels go?

What should you do if you need to stop quickly and your vehicle is not equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS)?

You may not park within ___ of a railroad crossing.

When meeting a car with blinding headlights, what should you do?

What parts of roads freeze first?

When a driver's left arm and hand are extended downward, what does this hand signal mean?

When driving in fog, which headlights should you use?

On a road which has no sidewalks, where should a pedestrian walk?

When set on high beam, how far must headlights make objects visible?

Headlights must be turned on at ___ until ___.

The speed limit on a two-lane highway with a posted speed limit of 55 mph or higher is increased by ___ when the driver is lawfully passing another vehicle in the same direction.

What is the speed limit in urban towns or roads if not listed?

What is the speed limit in all other locations not listed?

What is the speed limit in alleyways?

What is the penalty for driving fast?

A hand upward out of the driver's window signifies?

How far before turning should you signal your intent?

Where are u-turns illegal?

You cannot pass within ____ ft of an intersection.

You cannot park within _____ ft of a flashing light or stop sign.

You cannot park within ____ ft of a fire hydrant.

Can you park in front of mailboxes?

What does a downward-facing triangle signal indicate?

Vehicle stopping distances never depend on?

What does a diamond-shaped sign indicate?

Pentagonal signs indicate?

If a car has high beams on, where should you look?

At an intersection with a stop sign, where should you look after stopping?

When should you slow down for a curve?

Headlights must be turned on at _ until _.