Drivers Ed Chapter 2 Flashcards

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What is the purpose of traffic signs?

  • To direct to decide to stop
  • To observe to direct to guide
  • To regulate to warn to guide (correct)
  • To stop to warn to decide

If you are approaching an intersection where you intend to make a left turn and your view to the right is blocked, what should you do?

  • Reduce speed early, stop where you can see best, and continue when the way is clear
  • Stop evenly before the stop sign, stop line, or crosswalk; then creep forward and stop again if necessary (correct)
  • Treat the intersection as if a yield sign controlled it
  • Accelerate after stopping since you have the right of way

What does yielding in traffic mean?

  • Speeding up to avoid a collision
  • Coming to a complete stop every time
  • Allowing others to go before you (correct)
  • Expecting others to stop for you

What does the basic speed law require you to do?

<p>No faster than is safe for existing conditions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a red circle with a diagonal slash indicate?

<p>The action is not allowed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What shape are most warning signs?

<p>Diamond shaped (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might the message on a diamond-shaped sign be?

<p>Curve, hill, or winding road (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do upon passing a school zone sign?

<p>Know you are within one block of a school (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign with an orange background in a diamond or rectangular shape indicate?

<p>Construction zone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Interstate, state, and county route signs vary according to what?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Interstate freeways are identified on signs with what shape?

<p>Shield (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If there are no lane markings on the roadway, you should:

<p>Drive just to the right of the center of the road (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should you take if your traffic light changes to yellow as you approach an intersection?

<p>Make every reasonable effort to stop (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing red light at an intersection mean?

<p>Make a complete stop and proceed when the way is clear (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do regarding a traffic control officer's signal?

<p>It is the only signal to follow regardless of traffic signals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid line and a broken line painted on the center of a two-lane highway mean regarding passing?

<p>Not allowed with the solid line on your side (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What could red and white roadway signs mean?

<p>You are driving in the wrong direction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Curbs painted red, yellow, or white are generally designated as what?

<p>No parking zones (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Running children and bicyclists can be expected in which area?

<p>School zone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sign for slow-moving vehicles (those that can only drive less than 25 mph)?

<p>A red triangle with its corners snipped (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid white line between two lanes of traffic mean?

<p>Required to not cross the line (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Traffic Signs and Their Purpose

  • Traffic signs are primarily designed to regulate, warn, and guide drivers.
  • Red circles with diagonal slashes on signs indicate that an action is not allowed.
  • Most warning signs are recognized by their diamond shape, signaling caution for various road conditions like curves or hills.

Intersections and Maneuvering

  • Upon approaching an intersection with a left turn intended, and visibility is obstructed, stop at the stop sign before the line, then creep forward cautiously to ensure safety.
  • Yielding in traffic refers to allowing others to go before you, emphasizing that drivers should prioritize others when necessary.

Speed and Driving Conditions

  • The basic speed law mandates driving no faster than is safe for the existing conditions, regardless of the posted speed limit.

Roadway Shapes and Sign Colors

  • Interstate freeways are identified with a shield-shaped sign.
  • An orange background in a sign typically denotes a construction zone.

Specific Scenarios and Responses

  • If no lane markings are present, it’s safest to drive just to the right of the center of the road.
  • When facing a yellow traffic light, make every reasonable effort to stop, acknowledging the caution it represents.

Traffic Signals and Responsibilities

  • A flashing red light at an intersection requires drivers to slow down and ensure it's safe to proceed.
  • Traffic control officers’ signals must always be followed, taking precedence over standard traffic signals.

Lines and Road Regulations

  • A solid line alongside a broken line indicates that passing is not allowed for drivers on the side of the solid line.
  • Curbs painted in red, yellow, or white generally designate no parking zones.

Awareness in Designated Areas

  • Children and bicyclists are often present in school zones, requiring heightened awareness.
  • The sign for slow-moving vehicles, those unable to exceed 25 mph, is a red triangle with its corners snipped.

Guidelines and Required Actions

  • A solid white line between traffic lanes indicates that drivers are required not to cross that line.
  • Approaching a school zone sign signals that drivers are within one block of a school, prompting a need for caution.

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