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When entering a traffic flow, what should you look at?
When entering a traffic flow, what should you look at?
to the left, the right, and the center to judge available space
What does it mean for a beginning driver to over steer?
What does it mean for a beginning driver to over steer?
the driver turns the steering wheel too much
Backing a vehicle requires skillful use of the?
Backing a vehicle requires skillful use of the?
brake pedal
How is a right turn signal indicated?
How is a right turn signal indicated?
What is the hand signal to indicate slow or stop?
What is the hand signal to indicate slow or stop?
Before beginning any lane-change maneuver, what should you check?
Before beginning any lane-change maneuver, what should you check?
Making a proper turn depends on?
Making a proper turn depends on?
How should you prepare to straighten your vehicle after a turn?
How should you prepare to straighten your vehicle after a turn?
An angle parking space is the easiest type to get into.
An angle parking space is the easiest type to get into.
When should you start turning the steering wheel for a right turn?
When should you start turning the steering wheel for a right turn?
What is required to complete a turn?
What is required to complete a turn?
To back to the left, you should?
To back to the left, you should?
When backing to the left, where do the front wheels move?
When backing to the left, where do the front wheels move?
Why is a turnabout maneuver risky?
Why is a turnabout maneuver risky?
What is a turnabout maneuver for?
What is a turnabout maneuver for?
Which turnabout maneuver is considered the safest?
Which turnabout maneuver is considered the safest?
In most vehicles, how far can drivers not see the pavement within?
In most vehicles, how far can drivers not see the pavement within?
Angle parking begins with your vehicle being how far from a row of parked vehicles?
Angle parking begins with your vehicle being how far from a row of parked vehicles?
What angle does perpendicular parking use?
What angle does perpendicular parking use?
When parallel parking on the right, when should you turn the wheels sharply to the left?
When parallel parking on the right, when should you turn the wheels sharply to the left?
After completing a parallel parking maneuver, where should your vehicle be?
After completing a parallel parking maneuver, where should your vehicle be?
Regardless of the hill you park on, what should you always do?
Regardless of the hill you park on, what should you always do?
When parking uphill on the right side with a curb, how should you steer?
When parking uphill on the right side with a curb, how should you steer?
What is the safest way to turn your vehicle around?
What is the safest way to turn your vehicle around?
What is the most dangerous type of parking to exit?
What is the most dangerous type of parking to exit?
While backing your vehicle straight, where should your right arm be?
While backing your vehicle straight, where should your right arm be?
What allows you to back a vehicle at a controlled speed?
What allows you to back a vehicle at a controlled speed?
What is the correct hand signal for a left turn?
What is the correct hand signal for a left turn?
What is a reference point adapted for your own vehicle?
What is a reference point adapted for your own vehicle?
How should you make a blind spot check for a lane change to the right?
How should you make a blind spot check for a lane change to the right?
When backing, what should you use to supplement looking out the rear window?
When backing, what should you use to supplement looking out the rear window?
In straightening the vehicle after a turn, what should you always be ready to do?
In straightening the vehicle after a turn, what should you always be ready to do?
What should you do to plan for a turn?
What should you do to plan for a turn?
Which lane should you be in to begin a left turn from a two-way street?
Which lane should you be in to begin a left turn from a two-way street?
Before turning right, what should be your last check for traffic?
Before turning right, what should be your last check for traffic?
When backing to the right, what should you do after checking all around the vehicle?
When backing to the right, what should you do after checking all around the vehicle?
How should you make turns while backing?
How should you make turns while backing?
What is a disadvantage of pulling into a driveway on the left side for a turnabout?
What is a disadvantage of pulling into a driveway on the left side for a turnabout?
How should you prepare to make a turnabout safely?
How should you prepare to make a turnabout safely?
What is the safest turnabout maneuver?
What is the safest turnabout maneuver?
How should the three-point turnabout be used?
How should the three-point turnabout be used?
What might a standard reference point be?
What might a standard reference point be?
How is angled parking utilized?
How is angled parking utilized?
How much space should be allowed to park your vehicle parallel to the curb?
How much space should be allowed to park your vehicle parallel to the curb?
When do you turn your wheels sharply left before backing slowly in a parallel parking maneuver?
When do you turn your wheels sharply left before backing slowly in a parallel parking maneuver?
When leaving a parallel parking space, what must you do?
When leaving a parallel parking space, what must you do?
When parking uphill with no curb, how should your vehicle's front wheels be turned?
When parking uphill with no curb, how should your vehicle's front wheels be turned?
Backing up is as safe as driving forward.
Backing up is as safe as driving forward.
What should you do to keep your vehicle from rolling into the street when parking downhill on the right with a curb?
What should you do to keep your vehicle from rolling into the street when parking downhill on the right with a curb?
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Study Notes
Traffic Flow and Maneuvering
- When entering traffic, assess space by checking left, right, and center.
- Oversteering occurs when a novice driver excessively turns the steering wheel.
- Backing requires careful brake pedal use to control speed.
- Always check the roadway for obstructions before changing lanes.
Signaling and Turns
- A right turn signal uses the left arm and hand pointing upward.
- To indicate a stop, extend the left arm and hand downward.
- Begin a right turn when the front wheels align with the curb; accelerate gently halfway through the turn.
- For a left turn from a two-way street, position in the lane closest to the center line.
Parking Techniques
- Angle parking starts with a vehicle at least six feet from parked cars; it's known for its ease.
- Use perpendicular parking to park at a right angle to the curb; a vehicle should be centered in the space post-parking.
- When parallel parking, align the vehicle when the front bumper is even with the rear bumper of another vehicle.
- The safest turnabout maneuver is backing into a driveway or alley on the right.
Visibility and Safety
- Drivers cannot see pavement within 45 feet of the rear; check mirrors while backing to supplement view.
- Ensure visibility of at least 10 seconds in all directions before performing a turnabout.
- When parking uphill with a curb, steer left and roll back to the curb; without a curb, turn wheels to the right.
- Exiting angle parking is considered the most dangerous.
General Driving Practices
- Always set the parking brake when parking, regardless of the incline.
- Prepare for turns by being in the correct lane well in advance.
- To back left, steer the wheel left; the front wheels will shift right relative to the rear during this maneuver.
- A three-point turn should be used sparingly due to complexity and safety concerns.
Safety Rules
- When parallel parking, the space must be 5-6 feet longer than the vehicle.
- Yield to oncoming traffic when exiting a parallel parking space.
- Backing is generally less safe than driving forward; exercise caution.
Hand Signals
- Use the left arm and hand extended straight for a left turn signal; this is essential for clear communication with other drivers.
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