Questions and Answers
As you approach a yellow or red traffic light, your front zone?
Closes
What is the term for a light that has just turned from red?
Fresh green light
With which of the following does one side of an intersection have a green light?
Delayed green light
Which of the following terms means to allow others to go first?
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Which of the following signs identifies an uncontrolled railroad crossing?
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Your chances of collision are greater at a/an _____ than at any other point on a roadway.
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When turning after a stop, your last check should be in the direction of your?
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As a driver, you must always ____ to pedestrians.
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What type of intersection has traffic signals or signs determining the right of way?
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Complete stop as required at a stop sign or red light is referred to as:
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What is the privilege of having immediate use of a certain part of a roadway?
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What is the term for the distance between vehicles?
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What type of intersection has no signals or signs to regulate traffic?
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What is a light that has been green for a long time called?
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Study Notes
Traffic Lights and Signals
- A yellow or red traffic light signals that the front zone is closing, requiring drivers to prepare to stop.
- A fresh green light indicates that the traffic light has just changed from red, allowing vehicles to proceed cautiously.
- A delayed green light means only one side of the intersection has a green signal, potentially complicating traffic flow.
Right of Way and Yielding
- Yielding allows other drivers or pedestrians to go first, ensuring safety and proper traffic flow.
- Pedestrians have the right of way; drivers must always yield to them at crosswalks.
Intersection Types and Safety
- An intersection is a high-collision area compared to other roadway points due to merging traffic.
- Controlled intersections have signals or signs that determine who has the right of way; these help to organize traffic better.
- Uncontrolled intersections lack signals or signs, necessitating caution from drivers approaching.
Stopping Regulations
- A full stop is mandatory at stop signs and red traffic lights to ensure safety before proceeding.
- The gap refers to the distance maintained between vehicles, crucial for preventing collisions.
Turning and Checkpoints
- When turning after stopping at an intersection, drivers should check their intended path of travel last to ensure safety.
Road Signs
- Crossbuck signs indicate uncontrolled railroad crossings, alerting drivers to approach cautiously due to potential trains.
Traffic Light Timing
- A stale green light indicates that it has been green for an extended period, suggesting that it may turn yellow or red soon, requiring preparation to stop.
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Test your knowledge with this flashcard quiz on Chapter 7 of your driver's education course. Review essential definitions and terms related to traffic lights and intersections to enhance your understanding of road safety.
