Driving Chapter 3 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights you must pull to the curb and stop.

True

When driving on a one-way street and an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is behind your car, you:

Drive toward the nearest roadside and stop (correct)

Drive with your flashers on

Slow down until the vehicle passes you

Speed up and take the nearest exit

After an emergency vehicle passes you with its siren on, you must:

Drive closely to the police car

Drive near the curb very slowly

Avoid driving closer than 500 feet behind the emergency vehicle (correct)

Drive as fast as the police car

Crashes in work zones are most commonly the result of:

Carelessness and speeding Signup and view all the answers

When driving through a work zone, it is a good safety practice to:

Lengthen your usual following distance - by double Signup and view all the answers

On two-lane, two-way streets or highways, you should start left turns:

Close to the center line Signup and view all the answers

To turn left on multi-lane streets and highways, you should start from:

The left lane Signup and view all the answers

Teenagers driving are more likely to be involved in a car crash when:

They are driving with teenage passengers. Signup and view all the answers

Drivers who eat and drink while driving:

Have trouble controlling their vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

Preparing to smoke and smoking while driving:

Are distracting activities. Signup and view all the answers

The top major crash type for 16-year-old drivers in Pennsylvania is:

Single vehicle/run-off-the-road. Signup and view all the answers

When passing a bicyclist, you should:

Move as far left as possible. Signup and view all the answers

When you drive through an area where children are playing, you should expect them:

To run out in front of you without looking. Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving behind a motorcycle, you must:

Allow the motorcycle to use a complete lane. Signup and view all the answers

When traveling behind a motorcycle:

Allow at least 4 seconds of following distance. Signup and view all the answers

You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because:

He or she is blind. Signup and view all the answers

When driving near a blind pedestrian who is carrying a white cane or using a guide dog, you should:

Slow down and be prepared to stop. Signup and view all the answers

Who must yield when a driver is turning and a pedestrian is crossing without a traffic light?

The driver. Signup and view all the answers

An orange triangle on the back of a vehicle indicates that vehicle:

Travels at slower speeds than normal traffic. Signup and view all the answers

At night, it is hardest to see:

Pedestrians. Signup and view all the answers

When a truck driver behind you wants to pass your vehicle, your speed should:

Remain steady or decrease. Signup and view all the answers

When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that, in general, trucks:

Take longer distances than cars to stop. Signup and view all the answers

If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:

Wait until you have a clear view of both tracks. Signup and view all the answers

If you are following a truck that swings left before making a right turn at an intersection, you should remember that it is very dangerous to:

Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a right turn. Signup and view all the answers

The only time you do not have to stop for a school bus whose red lights are flashing and stop arm is extended is when you:

Are driving on the opposite side of a divided highway. Signup and view all the answers

When a school bus has its lights flashing and its stop arm extended, you must:

Stop at least 10 feet away from the bus. Signup and view all the answers

After a train has passed, you should:

Check again for approaching trains and proceed with caution. Signup and view all the answers

If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it, you should:

Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times. Signup and view all the answers

When you are planning to make a turn, you should activate your turn signals:

3 to 4 seconds before you reach the intersection. Signup and view all the answers

Before passing another vehicle you should:

Give the proper turn signal to show you are changing lanes. Signup and view all the answers

Your blind spot is the area of the road:

You cannot see without moving your head. Signup and view all the answers

Before passing another vehicle, you should signal:

Early enough so others know your plans. Signup and view all the answers

Before changing lanes on a multi-lane highway you should:

Check your mirrors and blind spot. Signup and view all the answers

When you park on the roadway, you should:

Use your four-way flashers. Signup and view all the answers

Before backing up, you should:

Turn your head and look through the rear window. Signup and view all the answers

To help avoid crashes, you should:

Communicate with other drivers on the road. Signup and view all the answers

The driver is: (Driving, arm relaxed out window)

Slowing or stopping. Signup and view all the answers

If your turn signals fail, you should use _____ to indicate you are turning:

Hand signals. Signup and view all the answers

When traveling below 40 miles per hour on a limited access highway, you should:

Use your four-way flashers. Signup and view all the answers

You should honk your horn when you:

See a child who is about to run into the street. Signup and view all the answers

You must use your headlights when other vehicles are not visible from ____ feet away:

1000 Signup and view all the answers

If a vehicle using high beams comes toward you, you should:

Flash your high beams. Signup and view all the answers

If a vehicle using high beams comes toward you, you should look towards ______ of the road:

The right side. Signup and view all the answers

You may honk your horn when you:

Have lost control of your car. Signup and view all the answers

Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

Are slowing down or stopping. Signup and view all the answers

Before turning, you should:

Use your signal. Signup and view all the answers

The driver is: (Left arm up.)

Turning right. Signup and view all the answers

The driver is: (Left arm down.)

Stopping. Signup and view all the answers

If another car is in danger of hitting you, you should:

Sound your horn. Signup and view all the answers

If you begin to feel tired while driving, the best thing to do is:

Stop driving. Signup and view all the answers

The effect that lack of sleep has on your safe driving ability is the same as:

The effect that alcohol has. Signup and view all the answers

Teenagers should try to get at least _____ of sleep each night to avoid the risk of drowsy driving crashes:

8 hours. Signup and view all the answers

If another driver cuts you off in traffic, you should:

Ignore the other driver. Signup and view all the answers

If someone is driving aggressively behind you, you should:

Try to get out of the aggressive driver's way. Signup and view all the answers

For an average person, how many minutes does the body need to process the alcohol in one drink?

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_____ limits your concentration, perception, judgement, and memory:

Even the smallest amount of alcohol. Signup and view all the answers

Taking drugs along with alcohol:

Increases the risk of causing a crash. Signup and view all the answers

As alcohol builds up in your blood, it:

Slows down your reactions. Signup and view all the answers

If your blood alcohol level is 0.04, you:

Are 2-7 times more likely to have a crash than a person who has not consumed any. Signup and view all the answers

When you hear a fire engine siren, you must:

Pull over to the side of the road and stop. Signup and view all the answers

If you have a tire blowout, you should:

Let the car slow to a stop. Signup and view all the answers

If your car breaks down on a highway, you should:

Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers. Signup and view all the answers

When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:

Pull to the curb and stop. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Teen Driver Risks

Teenagers are more likely to crash when driving with teenage passengers compared to adult passengers or alone.

Distracted Driving

Drivers eating or drinking while driving struggle with vehicle control.
Preparing to smoke or smoking is distracting and negatively impacts driving.

Young Driver Statistics

In Pennsylvania, the most common crash type for 16-year-olds is single vehicle/run-off-the-road incidents.

Bicyclist Safety

Always move as far left as possible when passing a bicyclist to ensure safety.

Child Safety Awareness

Expect children playing in areas to run out unexpectedly without looking for traffic.

Motorcycle Safety

Allow motorcycles to use a complete lane when driving behind them and maintain a following distance of at least 4 seconds.

Pedestrian Awareness

Use extra caution around pedestrians with a white cane as they are typically blind.
Slow down and be prepared to stop for blind pedestrians using guide dogs.

Right-of-Way Rules

Drivers must yield to pedestrians crossing without a traffic light, ensuring their safety.

Vehicle Markings

An orange triangle indicates a vehicle traveling slower than normal traffic.

Nighttime Visibility

Pedestrians are hardest to see at night compared to road signs or other motorists.

Truck Driving Considerations

Trucks require a longer stopping distance than cars; maintain a steady speed when being passed by a truck.
When a truck swings left before turning right, never attempt to pass between the truck and the curb.

School Bus Regulations

Always stop at least 10 feet away from a school bus with flashing red lights unless on the opposite side of a divided highway.

Railroad Crossing Safety

At crossings with multiple tracks, check that all tracks are clear before proceeding after stopping.

Communication with Other Drivers

Use your brake lights to signal stopping and communicate clearly with other drivers to avoid crashes.

Signaling for Turns

Activate turn signals 3 to 4 seconds before reaching an intersection to inform other drivers.

Blind Spots

Your blind spot is an area that cannot be seen without turning your head.

Driving Cautions

Use four-way flashers when parking on the roadway and check mirrors before lane changes.
Always look through the rear window when backing up, not solely relying on mirrors.

Handling Aggressive Driving

Ignore aggressive drivers and safely maneuver away from their path when necessary.

Effects of Sleep and Alcohol

Lack of sleep impairs driving similar to alcohol consumption; aim for at least 8 hours of sleep to prevent drowsy driving.
Alcohol slows down reactions, and even low levels raise crash risk significantly.

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

Pull over to the side of the road and stop when you hear a fire engine siren.

Breakdown Procedures

Activate four-way flashers if your vehicle breaks down on the highway to warn others.

Work Zone Safety

Crashes in work zones often result from carelessness and speeding; increase following distance in these areas.

Understanding Turn Signals

Use hand signals if turn signals malfunction to indicate turning intentions on the road.### Turning and Lane Usage
Begin left turns on two-lane, two-way streets close to the center line.
On multi-lane roads, start left turns from the left lane.

Passing on Two-Lane Roads

Passing another vehicle is only permitted when the passing vehicle is making a left turn.
To pass a slower vehicle, crossing the center line is necessary.

Intersection Rules

Center lane markings indicate that traffic may either proceed straight or turn left.
At intersections with a stop sign, sequence of checking traffic is right first, then left, and finally right again.
Drivers turning left must yield to vehicles going straight when no signs indicate otherwise.

Roundabouts and Traffic Circles

Drivers entering roundabouts must yield to those already in the roundabout.

Speed Management

It is crucial to adjust speed before entering curves and drive at posted speed limits.
Increase following distance under poor conditions and adjust when stopping, especially at hills and intersections.

Highway and Ramp Entrances

When entering a highway from an entrance ramp, accelerate to match traffic speed.
If an exit is missed on the freeway, continue to the next exit instead of reversing.

Situational Awareness

Maintain a safe following distance; at highway speeds, a minimum of three to four seconds is recommended.
Use mirrors and glance over the shoulder while preparing to merge onto freeways.

Emergency Response

In a skid, steer in the direction you want to go and avoid hitting brakes abruptly.
If a vehicle is heading toward you in your lane, steer right, utilize the horn, and brake as needed.

Road Conditions and Safety

On slick roads, adjust driving behaviors—slow down, take turns gently, and avoid sudden changes in speed.
Always wear a seat belt as the most effective measure against injuries in accidents.

General Driving Tips

Maintain a consistent speed with the traffic flow, allowing for space around your vehicle to react to emergencies.
Scan the road and surroundings regularly for hazards or potential obstructions.

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