Driver's Ed Chapter 3 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of a regulatory sign?

Warn about hazards

Control the movement of traffic (correct)

Provide directions

Indicate speed limits

What is the shape of most regulatory signs?

Vertical rectangles

If you stop at a stop sign at the same time another car has reached their stop sign, who has the right of way?

The person on the left should let the person on the right go first

What should you do as you approach a yield sign?

Check for traffic Signup and view all the answers

What marks the crossing of railroad tracks on multilane roadways?

Crossbuck signs, flashing red lights, and signal bells Signup and view all the answers

What is required when you see a pedestrian or school-zone sign?

Slow down Signup and view all the answers

What does shared left-turn lanes mean?

It allows traffic in either direction to enter the lane and make left turns Signup and view all the answers

When can you not pass another vehicle on the road? Give multiple examples.

When it is separated by two yellow lines, or at a stop sign or red light. Signup and view all the answers

What do double-dashed lines on the pavement indicate?

You cannot pass another vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What do solid white lines between lanes of traffic moving in the same direction indicate?

Stay in your lane Signup and view all the answers

What can a solid white line indicate?

Not to pass another vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What do shared left-turn lanes consist of?

Solid lines, broken lines, arrows Signup and view all the answers

Why are traffic signals usually located at intersections?

There is more risk Signup and view all the answers

What must you do at a flashing red traffic signal?

Stop Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing traffic signal that is yellow indicate?

Slow down and yield Signup and view all the answers

What must you do when an officer is present and directing traffic at an intersection?

Pay attention to the officer Signup and view all the answers

What do lane-use lights indicate?

Which lane to use at a given time Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign with a chevron pointing left indicate?

The road curves left Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when a traffic signal changes from green to yellow?

Slow down Signup and view all the answers

What are shared left-turn lanes and how should they be used safely?

They allow traffic traveling in either direction to enter the lane for left turns. Use by not entering too soon, watching for cars from side streets, and only using it for left turns. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Regulatory Signs

Regulatory signs control traffic movement and are crucial for safe driving.
Most regulatory signs are shaped like vertical rectangles.

Right of Way

At intersections, if two vehicles reach their stop signs simultaneously, the vehicle on the left must yield to the one on the right.

Yield Signs

Approaching a yield sign requires checking for oncoming traffic to ensure safety.

Railroad Crossings

Multilane roadways featuring railroad crossings are marked with crossbuck signs in addition to flashing red lights and signal bells.

Pedestrian & School Zones

Pedestrian and school-zone signs necessitate a reduction in speed to protect vulnerable road users.

Shared Left-Turn Lanes

Shared left-turn lanes allow vehicles from both directions to enter and make left turns safely.

Rules Against Passing

Passing another vehicle is prohibited when two solid yellow lines are present or at stop signs/red lights.

Lane Markings

Double-dashed lines indicate that passing is not allowed, maintaining safe road conditions.
Solid white lines between lanes of the same direction promote lane discipline.
A solid white line warns drivers against passing other vehicles.

Traffic Signals

Traffic signals are commonly placed at intersections due to elevated accident risks.
A flashing red traffic signal requires a complete stop, while a flashing yellow advises caution and readiness to yield.

Officer Direction

When a traffic officer is directing vehicles, their commands supersede all other signals and signs.

Lane-Use Lights

Lane-use lights indicate the designated lane to be used at specific times, enhancing traffic flow and safety.

Road Curvatures

Signs with chevrons pointing left signal that the road curves to the left, alerting drivers to adjust accordingly.

Signal Changes

A traffic signal changing from green to yellow alerts drivers to slow down in preparation to stop.

Safe Use of Shared Left-Turn Lanes

Proper usage of shared left-turn lanes involves waiting to enter until the traffic is safe, monitoring other vehicles, and only utilizing the lane for left turns.

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Test your knowledge of traffic regulations with these flashcards from Chapter 3 of Driver's Ed. Learn about the purpose of regulatory signs, their shapes, and right-of-way rules to ensure safe driving practices. Perfect for reinforcing key concepts for new drivers!