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When passing another vehicle, a driver should wait until the entire car they just passed is visible in the rearview mirror before turning back into the right-hand lane.

True

Stop, Do Not Enter and Wrong Way signs are:

  • Yellow
  • Red (correct)
  • Green
  • Blue
  • What does a red traffic sign mean?

    Stop, and do not enter

    Regardless of fault, a crash report must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves bodily injury.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You can pass on the right when:

    <p>a vehicle ahead makes a left turn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When you make a left turn from a two-way road into a four-lane highway, you must:

    <p>enter the left lane, to the right of the center line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When they see a yellow X signal, drivers should:

    <p>prepare to leave the lane safely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must wear safety belts in Illinois?

    <p>All drivers and passengers (front and back seat) ages 8 and older</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bright lights must be dimmed _____ feet before meeting an oncoming vehicle.

    <p>500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ___________________your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes.

    <p>Never depend on</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Drivers who are under age 21, stopped and found to have any trace of alcohol in their system while driving will have their driving privileges suspended for:

    <p>three months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you are blinded by headlights on an approaching vehicle, you should:

    <p>flash your headlights to high beam for a second, then return to low beam, and move your eyes to the right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you see smoke come from under the hood?

    <p>Pull off the road and park your vehicle. Turn off the ignition, get away from the car and call the fire department.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a driver is arrested for driving with a BAC of ____ percent or more, his/her driving privileges will be suspended for six months.

    <p>0.08</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When parking on streets with two-way traffic, park so the right-hand wheels are parallel to and within ______ of the curb.

    <p>12 inches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Blind spots around a large vehicle are _________________ than the blind spots around a car.

    <p>larger and deeper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You are driving on an interstate highway, and a car is attempting to merge into your lane. You should:

    <p>safely make room for the merging vehicle, if possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Speed limit signs are:

    <p>Regulation signs (regulatory signs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A diamond-shaped sign is a:

    <p>warning sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the only effective way of reducing your blood alcohol content (BAC)?

    <p>Time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You hear a siren close by but cannot see where the emergency vehicle is. What do you do?

    <p>Pull over to the right side of the road and stop until you are sure the emergency vehicle is not headed toward you.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You may not enter an intersection unless there is enough space to allow passage of other vehicles.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After parking and before opening vehicle doors, a motorist should first check for bicyclists.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the slow moving vehicle symbol?

    <p>A reflective orange triangle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In urban areas, drivers moving out of a private road need to come to a complete stop before entering the roadway even if the roadway is clear of traffic.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Passing and Lane Changes

    • Wait until the entire vehicle you passed is visible in the rearview mirror before returning to the right lane.
    • When making a left turn from a two-way road onto a four-lane highway, enter the left lane right of the center line.

    Road Signs and Signals

    • Stop, Do Not Enter, and Wrong Way signs are red.
    • A red traffic sign indicates a stop or that entering is prohibited.
    • Yellow X signals prompt drivers to prepare to safely leave the lane.
    • A diamond-shaped sign serves as a warning for drivers.

    Safety and Regulations

    • A crash report must be filed if accidents involve bodily injury, regardless of fault.
    • All drivers and passengers over the age of 8 in Illinois must wear safety belts.
    • Underage drivers (under 21) found with any alcohol in their system face a three-month driving privilege suspension.

    Driving Practices

    • You may pass on the right when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn.
    • Bright lights must be dimmed 500 feet before encountering an oncoming vehicle.
    • Never solely depend on mirrors when preparing to change lanes; check blind spots.
    • Blind spots around large vehicles are larger and deeper than those around cars.

    Emergency Situations

    • If smoke comes from under the hood, pull over, turn off the ignition, and distance yourself from the vehicle while contacting the fire department.
    • If blinded by headlights, briefly flash high beams, switch back to low beam, and shift your gaze to the right.

    Parking and Stopping

    • When parking on streets with two-way traffic, ensure the right-hand wheels are parallel and within 12 inches of the curb.
    • Prior to opening doors after parking, check for bicyclists.

    Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)

    • A BAC of 0.08% or more leads to a six-month suspension of driving privileges.
    • The only effective way to reduce BAC is through time.

    Intersections and Merging

    • Never enter an intersection without sufficient space for other vehicles to pass.
    • On an interstate, make room for merging vehicles if it's safe to do so.

    Emergencies and Precautions

    • If a siren is heard but the emergency vehicle is not visible, pull over to the right and stop until the vehicle is confirmed to be moving away.

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