Questions and Answers
What should you do if you are going through an intersection and you have a green light, but you notice traffic is slowing?
stop
What does a broken white line indicate?
You can change lanes if it is safe to do so.
What does a solid white line require?
You must stay within the lane.
When can you pass on a two-way road with a yellow line?
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What should you do when a solid yellow line and a broken line are together?
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What do two solid yellow lines mean?
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Can you register a car without a license?
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Can you register a car without insurance?
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What happens if you are underage and found at a party with alcohol?
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When is the road more slippery during a rainstorm?
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Why should you give yourself space between you and the car in front of you at a red light?
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What is the fine for not restraining a child with safety belts?
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Delaware law requires every child under the age of _______ to be restrained properly.
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What age or weight must children be to transition to a booster seat?
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What is the best thing to do when you are tired and driving?
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What are some signs of drowsy driving?
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When is turning left on red permitted?
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What should you do during a rolling left-hand turn if you are not at a controlled intersection?
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How should your wheels be turned when stopped during a rolling left-hand turn?
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What should you do if you get into a minor fender bender with only a scratch?
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Which condition is the most slippery: salt and sand, potholes, or wet leaves?
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What should you do if you hit a parked car?
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Where are the blind spots on a car?
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How far should you park from a fire hydrant?
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What is the consequence for disregarding a stop sign?
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What happens if you accumulate 12 points on your driving record?
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In your first 6 months of driving, you must have a supervisor who is 25 years or older with you.
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During your first 6 months, how many of your 50 logged hours must be driven at night?
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What should you do when you encounter a flashing red arrow?
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How many feet before you turn should you put your turning signal on?
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What is the speed limit in school zones?
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What is the speed limit in business districts?
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Study Notes
Traffic Signals and Lane Markings
- A green light does not guarantee safety; stop if traffic is slowing.
- Broken white lines allow lane changes if safe.
- Solid white lines require drivers to stay in their lane and mark the roadway's shoulder.
- Passing is permitted on a two-way road when the yellow centerline is broken.
- If a solid and a broken yellow line are together, do not pass if beside the solid line.
- Two solid yellow lines indicate no passing is allowed.
Vehicle Registration and Insurance
- A driver's license is required to register a car.
- Car registration cannot occur without valid insurance.
Underage Alcohol Consumption
- Underage individuals found at a party with alcohol face a 30-day license suspension for the first offense; subsequent offenses incur a minimum 90-day suspension.
Road Conditions and Safety
- Roads are most slippery at the start of a rainstorm due to oil not yet washed away.
- Maintain space between vehicles at a red light to allow for emergency vehicle access.
Child Restraint Laws
- Children under the age of 16 must be properly restrained.
- Booster seats are required for children ages eight or over, or weighing at least 65 lbs.
- Fines for not restraining a child in a vehicle can be $83.50.
Drowsy Driving Signs
- Signs include frequent yawning, difficulty maintaining head position, and missing prior driving miles.
Safe Driving Practices
- Rolling left turns yield to oncoming traffic; keep wheels straight while stopped.
- Report minor accidents with damages under $1,500; no need to call police.
- Blind spots exist in rear right and left for cars; deeper blind spots are prominent in trucks.
Parking Regulations
- Park at least 15 feet from a fire hydrant, 20 feet from intersections, and 30 feet from stop signs.
- Maintain 50 feet distance from railroad crossings.
Speed Limits
- School and residential zones have a speed limit of 25 mph, while two-lane roads have a limit of 50 mph. Controlled access highways and wider roads limit to 55 mph.
- Route 1 I-495 allows speeds up to 65 mph.
Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) in Delaware
- At 16, individuals can obtain a learner’s permit, requiring completed drivers' education and proof of residency.
- In the first 6 months of driving, a supervisor aged 25 or older must accompany the learner, and 10 of the required 50 logged hours must be at night.
Traffic Violations and Consequences
- Points accumulate for various offenses: driving 1-9 mph over results in 2 points; disregarding stop signs results in 3 points; 20+ mph over results in 5 points.
- 10 or more points lead to mandatory courses and potential suspension, with increasing consequences for higher points.
Alcohol-Related Offenses
- Zero tolerance for underage drinking while driving; implied consent for BAC testing if suspected of drinking.
Miscellaneous
- Always signal turns 300 feet in advance.
- Scan ahead for potential hazards every 10 seconds and maintain a following distance of 3-4 seconds behind the vehicle in front.
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