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What is a multilane roadway?
What is a multilane roadway?
A slow moving vehicle is usually identified by a red triangular sign at the rear.
A slow moving vehicle is usually identified by a red triangular sign at the rear.
False
What does an advisory speed sign indicate?
What does an advisory speed sign indicate?
Suggested travel speed for a curve under ideal conditions
A pullout area is an additional right lane for __________ vehicles.
A pullout area is an additional right lane for __________ vehicles.
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What is a median?
What is a median?
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What is meant by line of sight in driving?
What is meant by line of sight in driving?
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What is a flash flood?
What is a flash flood?
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What is a switchback?
What is a switchback?
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What is a roadway shoulder?
What is a roadway shoulder?
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What is a runaway vehicle ramp?
What is a runaway vehicle ramp?
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Study Notes
Multilane Roadway
- Roadways in rural areas featuring multiple lanes dedicated to traffic moving in the same direction.
Slow Moving Vehicle
- Typically recognized by an orange triangular sign on the rear, identifying vehicles that travel significantly slower than standard traffic speeds.
Advisory Speed Sign
- Provides recommended speed limits for navigating curves, applicable under optimal driving conditions to enhance safety.
Pullout Area
- Designated right lane created to allow slower-moving vehicles to pull over and let faster traffic pass, promoting smoother flow.
Median
- A dividing strip made of grass, metal, or concrete that separates lanes of traffic driving in opposite directions to improve safety.
Line of Sight
- Refers to the distance visible ahead while driving, critical for anticipating road conditions and potential hazards.
Flash Flood
- An abrupt and often intense surge of water resulting from heavy rainfall, necessitating heightened awareness for potential hazards.
Switchback
- A series of sharp, zigzagging turns commonly encountered in mountainous regions, challenging for drivers due to steep terrains.
Roadway Shoulder
- Area adjacent to the roadway, can be paved, gravel, or unpaved, designed for vehicle emergencies or breakdowns.
Runaway Vehicle Ramp
- Specially engineered area intended to safely slow down vehicles that have lost braking capabilities, particularly on steep declines, ensuring public safety.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering essential vocabulary from Drivers Ed Chapter 15. Each card provides a key term related to roadway management and vehicle identification, helping you prepare for your driving education. Enhance your understanding of driving concepts with these engaging definitions.
