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When should you use your horn?
When should you use your horn?
It is necessary to avoid accidents.
When should you not use your horn?
When should you not use your horn?
Don't honk only to make another driver hurry or to show frustration.
When should you use your signals?
When should you use your signals?
You should signal before you turn, slow down, stop, or change lanes.
If bright sunlight makes the vehicle signals hard to see, what should you do?
If bright sunlight makes the vehicle signals hard to see, what should you do?
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When should you signal for a right or left turn?
When should you signal for a right or left turn?
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When should you signal to change lanes at highway speeds?
When should you signal to change lanes at highway speeds?
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If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, when should you signal?
If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, when should you signal?
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If you see an accident up ahead, how can you warn drivers behind you?
If you see an accident up ahead, how can you warn drivers behind you?
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What is a good rule to go by when driving next to a semi?
What is a good rule to go by when driving next to a semi?
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How much of a following distance should you leave when following a motorcycle?
How much of a following distance should you leave when following a motorcycle?
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Should you share lanes with a motorcycle even though it is legal?
Should you share lanes with a motorcycle even though it is legal?
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How much space should you allow between your vehicle and a bicycle when passing?
How much space should you allow between your vehicle and a bicycle when passing?
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What are SUVs?
What are SUVs?
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Is it true that SUVs are more susceptible to rolling over during a sharp turn?
Is it true that SUVs are more susceptible to rolling over during a sharp turn?
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What does the TREAD Act require manufacturers to do?
What does the TREAD Act require manufacturers to do?
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In front-to-front crashes, SUVs are more than _____ times more deadly than cars.
In front-to-front crashes, SUVs are more than _____ times more deadly than cars.
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In front-to-side crashes, SUVs are more than _____ as deadly as cars.
In front-to-side crashes, SUVs are more than _____ as deadly as cars.
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Compared to regular car-to-car collisions, SUV-to-car collisions are _____ times more likely to kill the occupants of the smaller vehicle.
Compared to regular car-to-car collisions, SUV-to-car collisions are _____ times more likely to kill the occupants of the smaller vehicle.
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What are trucks designed for?
What are trucks designed for?
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What does it mean if a school bus has yellow flashing lights?
What does it mean if a school bus has yellow flashing lights?
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What does it mean if a school bus has flashing red lights?
What does it mean if a school bus has flashing red lights?
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Are you required to stop for a school bus with its red lights flashing if it is on the opposite side of a separated roadway?
Are you required to stop for a school bus with its red lights flashing if it is on the opposite side of a separated roadway?
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What should you do if an emergency vehicle is approaching?
What should you do if an emergency vehicle is approaching?
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It is against the law to follow an emergency vehicle that is answering an emergency call.
It is against the law to follow an emergency vehicle that is answering an emergency call.
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When passing a refuse-collection vehicle on a highway with fewer than four lanes, you must pass at least _____ feet to the left.
When passing a refuse-collection vehicle on a highway with fewer than four lanes, you must pass at least _____ feet to the left.
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When should you stop at a railroad crossing?
When should you stop at a railroad crossing?
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What do diamond-shaped signs on trucks mean?
What do diamond-shaped signs on trucks mean?
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What do most slow-moving vehicles have to show other drivers they are slow?
What do most slow-moving vehicles have to show other drivers they are slow?
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Study Notes
Use of Horn
- Horn should be used only to avoid accidents.
- On narrow mountain roads, sound horn if unable to see at least 200 feet ahead.
- Do not honk at slow drivers as they may be facing issues; it can lead to unsafe reactions.
Signaling
- Always signal before turning, stopping, or changing lanes.
- Use hand signals when vehicle signals are hard to see due to sunlight.
- Signal 3 to 4 seconds before reaching the turning point or the last 100 feet.
- Signal at least 5 seconds before changing lanes at highway speeds.
- If planning to turn beyond an intersection, signal only when entering the intersection.
Emergency Warnings
- Warn drivers behind you of an accident ahead by activating emergency flashers or tapping the brake pedal quickly.
- Use hand signals for slowing or stopping.
Driving Near Large Vehicles
- If you can't see a truck driver in their side mirror, they cannot see you.
- Maintain a 4-second following distance when behind a motorcycle.
- Never share lanes with a motorcycle, even if legal; allow a full-lane width.
Mopeds and Bicycles
- A moped cannot exceed 30 mph and can be pedaled like a bicycle.
- Allow a minimum of 3 feet of space when passing a bicycle.
SUVs and Trucks
- SUVs are large, high-speed vehicles which consume more fuel due to larger engines.
- SUVs roll over more easily than sedans during sharp turns.
- Trucks have longer stopping distances and less maneuverability.
Collision Statistics
- In front-to-front crashes, SUVs are over 4 times more deadly than cars.
- In front-to-side crashes, SUVs are over twice as deadly as cars.
- SUV-to-car collisions are 6 times more likely to kill occupants of smaller vehicles.
School Bus Regulations
- Yellow flashing lights indicate preparation for children exiting the bus.
- Red flashing lights mean you must stop at least 20 feet away; do not move until lights are off and the stop arm is retracted.
- No requirement to stop for a school bus on the opposite side of a separated roadway.
Emergency Vehicles
- Yield to police, fire, ambulance, and emergency vehicles while driving close to the right edge of the road.
- Do not follow an emergency vehicle responding to a call.
Refuse Vehicles
- When passing a refuse-collection vehicle, slow down by 10 mph below the posted limit and keep at least 2 feet distance.
- On multi-lane roads, pass in a lane not adjacent to the refuse vehicle.
Railroad Crossings
- Stop at least 15 feet from tracks when crossing signals are active.
Vehicle Warning Signs
- Diamond-shaped signs on trucks indicate a hazardous vehicle.
- Slow-moving vehicles usually display an orange triangular sign to alert drivers.
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Test your knowledge on the essential rules and safety regulations covered in Chapter 5 of Driver's Education. This quiz includes key concepts like horn usage and driver interactions to ensure safe driving practices. Perfect for preparing for your driving test!
