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When turning, you should give the signal at least ___ feet before turning.
When turning, you should give the signal at least ___ feet before turning.
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When approaching an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing, you should never drive on the left half of the roadway within ___ feet.
When approaching an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing, you should never drive on the left half of the roadway within ___ feet.
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After overtaking another vehicle on a two-lane road, you can best judge when it is safe to drive back into the right-hand lane by waiting until you can see the overtaken vehicle in your ___?
After overtaking another vehicle on a two-lane road, you can best judge when it is safe to drive back into the right-hand lane by waiting until you can see the overtaken vehicle in your ___?
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If you are being passed, you should?
If you are being passed, you should?
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If you are driving the speed limit and another driver sounds their horn and starts to pass, you should ___ and let them pass.
If you are driving the speed limit and another driver sounds their horn and starts to pass, you should ___ and let them pass.
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When turning left from a three-lane, one-way street, you should turn from the ___ lane.
When turning left from a three-lane, one-way street, you should turn from the ___ lane.
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When parking near a corner, you may park your vehicle no closer than ___ feet from the crosswalk.
When parking near a corner, you may park your vehicle no closer than ___ feet from the crosswalk.
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A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire hydrant than ___ feet.
A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire hydrant than ___ feet.
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When parking parallel, it is best to leave the curbside wheels ___ to ___ inches from the curb.
When parking parallel, it is best to leave the curbside wheels ___ to ___ inches from the curb.
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At 20 miles per hour, the average driver will travel about ___ feet before hitting the brake.
At 20 miles per hour, the average driver will travel about ___ feet before hitting the brake.
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When following another vehicle, you should maintain a ___ to ___ second following distance.
When following another vehicle, you should maintain a ___ to ___ second following distance.
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At 20 mph, lawful brakes must stop a car within ___ feet.
At 20 mph, lawful brakes must stop a car within ___ feet.
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Under favorable circumstances, a vehicle with good brakes going 50 mph can be stopped within ___ feet.
Under favorable circumstances, a vehicle with good brakes going 50 mph can be stopped within ___ feet.
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If a child ran into the road 60 to 65 feet ahead of your vehicle, the highest speed from which you could stop with good brakes before hitting him/her is ___ mph.
If a child ran into the road 60 to 65 feet ahead of your vehicle, the highest speed from which you could stop with good brakes before hitting him/her is ___ mph.
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Including reaction time, the stopping distance is more than 20 feet or 10 mph. At 20 mph, it will be about ___ feet.
Including reaction time, the stopping distance is more than 20 feet or 10 mph. At 20 mph, it will be about ___ feet.
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Headlights must be turned on ___ minutes after sunset or at any time when persons and vehicles cannot be seen clearly at ___ feet.
Headlights must be turned on ___ minutes after sunset or at any time when persons and vehicles cannot be seen clearly at ___ feet.
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At night, a driver should dim headlights when an oncoming vehicle comes within ___ feet.
At night, a driver should dim headlights when an oncoming vehicle comes within ___ feet.
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A slow driver should drive in the ___ lane.
A slow driver should drive in the ___ lane.
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The maximum fine for a person who is driving and drinking an alcoholic beverage is ___?
The maximum fine for a person who is driving and drinking an alcoholic beverage is ___?
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A minor's driver license may be suspended for a first offense of driving under the influence of alcohol for ___ days.
A minor's driver license may be suspended for a first offense of driving under the influence of alcohol for ___ days.
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If you are under the age of 21 and have any detectable amount of alcohol in your system while operating a motor vehicle, you may be charged with ___?
If you are under the age of 21 and have any detectable amount of alcohol in your system while operating a motor vehicle, you may be charged with ___?
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If a person refuses to do a blood or breath test, their license will be suspended for ___ days.
If a person refuses to do a blood or breath test, their license will be suspended for ___ days.
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The maximum fine for a first non-driving alcohol-related offense or possession or consumption of alcohol by a minor is ___?
The maximum fine for a first non-driving alcohol-related offense or possession or consumption of alcohol by a minor is ___?
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Marijuana use will ___ affect a driver's concentration, judgment, and perceptual skills.
Marijuana use will ___ affect a driver's concentration, judgment, and perceptual skills.
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Alcohol affects a driver by ___ down reaction time and impairing perception, interfering with concentration and ___ judgment.
Alcohol affects a driver by ___ down reaction time and impairing perception, interfering with concentration and ___ judgment.
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If you must walk on the highway, you should walk on the ___ side.
If you must walk on the highway, you should walk on the ___ side.
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The most a person can be fined for a first conviction of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor is ___ dollars.
The most a person can be fined for a first conviction of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor is ___ dollars.
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The type of license that will allow a person to drive a large truck or a van designed for 16 or more passengers is a ___?
The type of license that will allow a person to drive a large truck or a van designed for 16 or more passengers is a ___?
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Study Notes
Turning and Signals
- Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn, whether left or right.
- Approach intersections, bridges, or railroad crossings without driving in the left half of the roadway within 100 feet.
Overtaking and Lane Changes
- After overtaking another vehicle, safely return to the right lane when the vehicle is visible in your rearview mirror.
- If being passed, remain in your lane and allow the vehicle to pass.
Speed and Reaction
- Slow down to let another driver pass if you're driving the speed limit and they sound their horn.
- If in the wrong lane for a right turn, continue driving and turn at the next intersection.
Parking Regulations
- Park no closer than 20 feet from a crosswalk, and no closer than 15 feet from a fire hydrant.
- When parallel parking, leave curbside wheels 6 to 18 inches from the curb.
Stopping Distances
- At 20 mph, expect to travel about 44 feet before hitting the brakes, with lawful brakes stopping within 19 feet under normal conditions.
- Including reaction time, stopping distance at 20 mph is approximately 63 feet.
- Under favorable conditions, stopping a vehicle going 50 mph takes 229 feet.
Headlight Usage
- Headlights must be turned on 30 minutes after sunset or when visibility is under 1,000 feet.
- Dim headlights when an oncoming vehicle is within 500 feet.
Driver Behavior and Legal Limits
- Slow drivers should remain in the right lane.
- Maximum fine for drinking and driving is $500.
- A minor can have their license suspended for 60 days for a first DUI offense, with an additional 30 days before eligibility for an essential license.
- Minors with any detectable alcohol while driving may be charged with DUI.
Testing and Penalties
- Refusal to take a blood or breath test leads to a 180-day license suspension.
- First non-driving alcohol-related offense or minor alcohol use can result in a $500 fine.
Substance Effects on Driving
- Marijuana use adversely affects concentration, judgment, and perception.
- Alcohol slows reaction times, dulls emotions, and impairs judgment.
Walking on Highways
- Walk on the left side of the road to watch for approaching vehicles.
DUI Convictions
- Maximum fine for a first DUI conviction without accidents is $2,000.
- A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required to operate large trucks or vans designed for 16 or more passengers.
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Test your knowledge of driving regulations with these flashcards focused on key turning and signaling rules. Learn about distances to maintain for safe driving at intersections, bridges, and railroad crossings. Perfect for students preparing for their driver's permit or license!
