Questions and Answers
Tires must have a visible tread of at least _____ of an inch across the base.
2/32
_____ lines would indicate passing is allowed if there are no oncoming cars.
A broken yellow
In the state of Florida passing a stopped school bus with flashing lights will result in a _____ violation.
Four point
When driving in rain, the road becomes the most slippery:
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When is a wrecker considered to be an emergency vehicle?
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When signal lights are not working, drivers should stop and follow the procedures used at an intersection controlled by:
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The majority of collisions at railroad crossings are the result of:
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If you see a diamond shaped sign it will be what type of sign?
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If you are stopped by a police officer for driving without having all passengers under the age of 18 properly restrained, you can receive a citation and receive ____ on your driving record.
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Your vehicle must have a horn which can be heard from a distance of __________ feet.
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Controlled intersections use some form of which of the following?
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Low beam headlamps are only effective for speeds up to __________ mph.
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All vehicles must have two red stoplights. They must be seen from _____ in the daytime and must come on when the foot brake is pressed.
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In heavy rain, your tires can ride on a thin film of water, like skis. This is called _____.
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In Florida, the fine for going over 50 mph in a school zone results in a fine of ___
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You use the ____ parking maneuver when the parking space hugs the edge of the curb.
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If you are parking on a hill:
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True or False: You may drive with parking lights only (in place of headlights).
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Study Notes
Tire Regulations
- Tires must have a visible tread of at least 2/32 of an inch across the base for adequate safety.
Passing Regulations
- Broken yellow lines indicate that passing is allowed when there are no oncoming vehicles.
- In Florida, passing a stopped school bus with flashing lights leads to a four-point violation.
Weather Conditions
- Roads become most slippery just after rain begins, requiring extra caution when driving.
Emergency Vehicles
- A wrecker is considered an emergency vehicle when its amber light is rotating or activated.
Traffic Signals
- When signal lights are malfunctioning, drivers should adhere to procedures used at a four-way stop intersection.
Railroad Crossings
- The majority of collisions at railroad crossings are attributed to human error, highlighting the importance of driver awareness.
Sign Recognition
- Diamond-shaped signs indicate warnings, alerting drivers to potential hazards ahead.
Passenger Restraint Violations
- Failing to properly restrain all passengers under the age of 18 can result in a citation and three points on the driver’s record.
Vehicle Equipment
- A vehicle's horn must be audible from a distance of 200 feet for it to meet safety regulations.
- All vehicles require two red stoplights, visible from 300 feet during the day, which activate when the foot brake is pressed.
Intersection Control
- Controlled intersections incorporate signal lights, circular arrows, and flashing signal lights for orderly traffic flow.
Headlamp Efficiency
- Low beam headlamps are effective for safe visibility at speeds of up to 20-25 mph.
Parking Regulations
- The parallel parking maneuver is used when a parking space is adjacent to the curb.
- When parking on a hill, always turn your wheels into the curb to minimize vehicle movement.
Miscellaneous Regulations
- Hydroplaning occurs in heavy rain when tires ride on a thin film of water, reducing traction.
- In Florida, exceeding 50 mph in a school zone incurs a fine of $50.
- It is illegal to drive using only parking lights instead of headlights, as this compromises visibility and safety.
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