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What does a solid yellow line mean?
What does a solid yellow line mean?
When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within _____ feet of an approaching vehicle.
When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within _____ feet of an approaching vehicle.
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Bicyclists should observe the same yielding regulations as vehicles.
Bicyclists should observe the same yielding regulations as vehicles.
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When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within _____ feet of a vehicle you are following.
When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within _____ feet of a vehicle you are following.
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You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:
You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:
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You must turn on your headlights _____ minutes after sunset and leave them on until _____ minutes before sunrise.
You must turn on your headlights _____ minutes after sunset and leave them on until _____ minutes before sunrise.
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You should never cross a solid yellow double line in the center of the roadway while passing another vehicle.
You should never cross a solid yellow double line in the center of the roadway while passing another vehicle.
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Roadways are the most slippery:
Roadways are the most slippery:
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A dust storm blows across the freeway, reducing your visibility. You should slow down and turn on your ____.
A dust storm blows across the freeway, reducing your visibility. You should slow down and turn on your ____.
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The Law requires that children younger than this age be secured in a child safety seat:
The Law requires that children younger than this age be secured in a child safety seat:
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What does the Law on safety belts mean?
What does the Law on safety belts mean?
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When two vehicles arrive at an intersection with a four-way stop, which driver can go first?
When two vehicles arrive at an intersection with a four-way stop, which driver can go first?
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If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
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Who must use a safety belt or size-appropriate child safety system no matter where they are seated in the vehicle?
Who must use a safety belt or size-appropriate child safety system no matter where they are seated in the vehicle?
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You are approaching a school bus that has stopped on the opposite side of a divided highway separated by a median. You should:
You are approaching a school bus that has stopped on the opposite side of a divided highway separated by a median. You should:
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You drive defensively when you:
You drive defensively when you:
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The school bus stop law applies on any roadways with two or more lanes of traffic, with what exception?
The school bus stop law applies on any roadways with two or more lanes of traffic, with what exception?
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When driving near a construction zone you should pass carefully and keep your attention on the road ahead.
When driving near a construction zone you should pass carefully and keep your attention on the road ahead.
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Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
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You may not park:
You may not park:
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Parking is not allowed:
Parking is not allowed:
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What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?
What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?
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How far before a turn must you signal?
How far before a turn must you signal?
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To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ___.
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ___.
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When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
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What is the minimum safe following distance under ideal conditions?
What is the minimum safe following distance under ideal conditions?
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Under what conditions must you always stop?
Under what conditions must you always stop?
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If you have had two glasses of wine in the past hour, about how long will it take for the alcohol to leave your blood stream?
If you have had two glasses of wine in the past hour, about how long will it take for the alcohol to leave your blood stream?
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You must report to police an accident resulting in bodily injury or property damage of ___ or more.
You must report to police an accident resulting in bodily injury or property damage of ___ or more.
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The only way to sober up before you drive is to:
The only way to sober up before you drive is to:
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What happens to your driver license if you refuse to submit to a chemical test for alcohol/drug content when requested by an enforcement officer?
What happens to your driver license if you refuse to submit to a chemical test for alcohol/drug content when requested by an enforcement officer?
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If you are under 21, you can be arrested for a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of ___ or higher.
If you are under 21, you can be arrested for a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of ___ or higher.
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A Yield Right-of-Way sign means to let others go first.
A Yield Right-of-Way sign means to let others go first.
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It is illegal to drive with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) that is ____ or higher.
It is illegal to drive with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) that is ____ or higher.
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While being passed by another vehicle in a passing zone, you should:
While being passed by another vehicle in a passing zone, you should:
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When do pedestrians have the right-of-way over motor vehicles?
When do pedestrians have the right-of-way over motor vehicles?
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When giving the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle you should speed up to prevent the vehicle from getting too close.
When giving the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle you should speed up to prevent the vehicle from getting too close.
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A Do Not Pass sign tells you not to pass until it is safe to do so.
A Do Not Pass sign tells you not to pass until it is safe to do so.
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If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should:
If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should:
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The minimum speed allowed while driving in the right lane on interstates is:
The minimum speed allowed while driving in the right lane on interstates is:
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When parallel parking between two parked cars, the recommended technique is to first do what?
When parallel parking between two parked cars, the recommended technique is to first do what?
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When may you legally block an intersection?
When may you legally block an intersection?
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It is unlawful to exceed the posted speed limit while passing.
It is unlawful to exceed the posted speed limit while passing.
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What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
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Headlights must be illuminated when atmospheric conditions require the use of windshield wipers.
Headlights must be illuminated when atmospheric conditions require the use of windshield wipers.
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You have consented to take a blood alcohol test:
You have consented to take a blood alcohol test:
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You should never attempt to pass a car on a two-lane road.
You should never attempt to pass a car on a two-lane road.
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When a school bus is stopped at an intersection to load and unload children, drivers from which directions are required to stop?
When a school bus is stopped at an intersection to load and unload children, drivers from which directions are required to stop?
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Always stop before you cross a railroad tracks when:
Always stop before you cross a railroad tracks when:
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When driving in fog, you should use your:
When driving in fog, you should use your:
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When is it necessary to stop before proceeding when overtaking a school bus that is loading or unloading children?
When is it necessary to stop before proceeding when overtaking a school bus that is loading or unloading children?
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You shouldn't rely on another driver's turn signals because they may have been left on from an earlier turn.
You shouldn't rely on another driver's turn signals because they may have been left on from an earlier turn.
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What is the most common reason for drivers not seeing motorcyclists?
What is the most common reason for drivers not seeing motorcyclists?
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At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
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If you are turning left on a solid green light with oncoming traffic, you should:
If you are turning left on a solid green light with oncoming traffic, you should:
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In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
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When preparing to back up you should move the gear selector to:
When preparing to back up you should move the gear selector to:
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Alcohol in any concentration is:
Alcohol in any concentration is:
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What is the best thing to do when you are being tailgated?
What is the best thing to do when you are being tailgated?
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You must pull off to the right for an emergency vehicle with its lights and siren on if it is behind you.
You must pull off to the right for an emergency vehicle with its lights and siren on if it is behind you.
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A traffic light with a flashing red signal means:
A traffic light with a flashing red signal means:
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In bad weather, you should make your car easier for others to see by:
In bad weather, you should make your car easier for others to see by:
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To avoid being blinded by oncoming cars at night, you should:
To avoid being blinded by oncoming cars at night, you should:
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It is illegal to park your vehicle in front of a private driveway.
It is illegal to park your vehicle in front of a private driveway.
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How many alcoholic drinks does it take to affect your driving ability?
How many alcoholic drinks does it take to affect your driving ability?
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There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should:
There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should:
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What best describes what you must do at a stop sign?
What best describes what you must do at a stop sign?
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A pedestrian with a white cane is:
A pedestrian with a white cane is:
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You are driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding to the left. You should:
You are driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding to the left. You should:
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You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:
You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:
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What vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
What vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
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If another driver moves into your path quickly, it would be best to:
If another driver moves into your path quickly, it would be best to:
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You should stop for a stopped school bus:
You should stop for a stopped school bus:
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Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?
Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?
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What is the first thing you should do when involved in an accident that results in the other driver being injured?
What is the first thing you should do when involved in an accident that results in the other driver being injured?
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When may you drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle?
When may you drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle?
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What must you do if you are entering a road from a driveway?
What must you do if you are entering a road from a driveway?
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You may not pass a vehicle on the left if your lane has a solid yellow center line.
You may not pass a vehicle on the left if your lane has a solid yellow center line.
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Is it legal to pass a vehicle on the right shoulder in some situations?
Is it legal to pass a vehicle on the right shoulder in some situations?
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When parking on a hill and there is no curb, turn your wheels so that if your vehicle does start to roll it will:
When parking on a hill and there is no curb, turn your wheels so that if your vehicle does start to roll it will:
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A vehicle about to enter a roundabout has right-of-way over vehicles already in the circle.
A vehicle about to enter a roundabout has right-of-way over vehicles already in the circle.
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On what factor does your blood alcohol content (BAC) NOT depend?
On what factor does your blood alcohol content (BAC) NOT depend?
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What are the effects of alcohol on your driving ability?
What are the effects of alcohol on your driving ability?
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Which of these drugs could affect your driving ability?
Which of these drugs could affect your driving ability?
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If you are taking a non-prescription drug, what should you do before driving?
If you are taking a non-prescription drug, what should you do before driving?
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What can reduce the effects of alcohol?
What can reduce the effects of alcohol?
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If your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, what should you do first?
If your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, what should you do first?
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If you miss an expressway exit, what should you do?
If you miss an expressway exit, what should you do?
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If an approaching driver does not dim their lights, you should:
If an approaching driver does not dim their lights, you should:
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Study Notes
Driving Regulations and Safety
- A solid yellow line prohibits passing.
- Dim high beams when approaching another vehicle within 500 feet.
- Bicyclists must follow the same yielding regulations as motor vehicles.
- Headlights should be turned on 30 minutes after sunset and remain on until 30 minutes before sunrise.
- On a one-way street, a left turn onto another one-way street is allowed when traffic flows to the left.
Child Safety and Seatbelts
- Children under 4 years old must use a child safety seat.
- All drivers and front-seat passengers are required to wear safety belts.
- All children under 18 must use a safety belt or child safety system, regardless of seating position.
Traffic Rules at Intersections and Stops
- At a four-way stop, the driver on the right has the right of way.
- Never cross a solid yellow double line while passing another vehicle.
- Yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections.
Emergency and Hazard Awareness
- Drivers should be cautious near school buses, children must be watched when stopped on the opposite side of a divided highway.
- Slippery conditions occur when it first starts to rain; reduce speed in dust storms by turning on headlights.
- Maintain vigilance for hazards while driving, especially in construction zones.
Vehicle Maneuvering and Parking
- When parking, avoid double parking or parking near fire hydrants, fire station driveways, or crosswalks.
- Signal at least 50 feet before a turn and anticipate potential hazards far down the road.
- Merging onto a freeway requires adjusting speed to that of highway traffic.
Alcohol and Driving
- A Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.2 or higher can lead to arrest for under-21 drivers; for all drivers, the legal limit is 0.08.
- Alcohol takes about two hours to leave the bloodstream after two glasses of wine.
- Refusing a chemical test results in a 12-month license suspension; only time can help sober up.
Traffic Signs and Signals
- A yield sign requires yielding to other drivers.
- A green arrow with a red light permits careful proceeding after yielding.
- A flashing red signal indicates a complete stop is necessary.
Safety Practices and Defensive Driving
- Look for hazards constantly, especially when driving in fog or at night (use low beams in fog).
- Always stop for school buses with flashing red lights and yield to funeral processions.
- If tailgated, move to the right lane to allow passing.
Accidents and Emergency Situations
- If involved in an accident resulting in injury or property damage over $50, report to the police.
- If utility goes out due to hydroplaning, ease off the gas and regain control of the vehicle.
- When backing up, ensure the vehicle selector is in reverse.
Miscellaneous Rules
- It's illegal to block intersections or drive off paved roadways to pass.
- Always stop before railroad tracks if you cannot clear them.
- In bad weather, turn headlights on to increase visibility.
General Driving Tips
- Anticipate the behavior of other drivers, and maintain a minimum safe following distance of two seconds.
- When parallel parking, line up with the front of the car next to you first.
- Use both lap and shoulder belts if available for safety.
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Test your knowledge on essential driving regulations and safety measures. This quiz covers topics such as traffic rules, child safety seat laws, and emergency awareness guidelines. Ideal for new drivers or those looking to refresh their understanding of road safety.
