Driving Regulations and Safety Quiz
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Driving Regulations and Safety Quiz

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What does a solid yellow line mean?

  • One-way traffic
  • Passing permitted
  • Passing not permitted (correct)
  • No parking
  • When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within _____ feet of an approaching vehicle.

    500

    Bicyclists should observe the same yielding regulations as vehicles.

    True

    When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within _____ feet of a vehicle you are following.

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

    You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:

    <p>Traffic on the street also moves to the left</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You must turn on your headlights _____ minutes after sunset and leave them on until _____ minutes before sunrise.

    <p>30 30</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should never cross a solid yellow double line in the center of the roadway while passing another vehicle.

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

    Roadways are the most slippery:

    <p>When it first starts raining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A dust storm blows across the freeway, reducing your visibility. You should slow down and turn on your ____.

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

    The Law requires that children younger than this age be secured in a child safety seat:

    <p>4 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Law on safety belts mean?

    <p>All drivers and front-seat passengers must wear safety belts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When two vehicles arrive at an intersection with a four-way stop, which driver can go first?

    <p>The driver on the right.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:

    <p>Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must use a safety belt or size-appropriate child safety system no matter where they are seated in the vehicle?

    <p>All children under age 18.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You are approaching a school bus that has stopped on the opposite side of a divided highway separated by a median. You should:

    <p>Watch for children and be ready to stop.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You drive defensively when you:

    <p>Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The school bus stop law applies on any roadways with two or more lanes of traffic, with what exception?

    <p>When approaching a bus on a divided highway having two roads separated by an unpaved median.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When driving near a construction zone you should pass carefully and keep your attention on the road ahead.

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

    Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

    <p>Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You may not park:

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Parking is not allowed:

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?

    <p>Locate the owner or leave your name and other pertinent information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How far before a turn must you signal?

    <p>50 feet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ___.

    <p>10 to 15 seconds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:

    <p>At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum safe following distance under ideal conditions?

    <p>2 seconds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what conditions must you always stop?

    <p>When a clearly visible railroad signal warns of the approach of a train.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

    <p>Two hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You must report to police an accident resulting in bodily injury or property damage of ___ or more.

    <p>$50.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The only way to sober up before you drive is to:

    <p>Allow your body enough time to process the alcohol, typically hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

    <p>Your license will be suspended for 12 months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you are under 21, you can be arrested for a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of ___ or higher.

    <p>0.2.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A Yield Right-of-Way sign means to let others go first.

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

    It is illegal to drive with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) that is ____ or higher.

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

    While being passed by another vehicle in a passing zone, you should:

    <p>Maintain your speed and position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When do pedestrians have the right-of-way over motor vehicles?

    <p>Motor vehicles should always yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When giving the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle you should speed up to prevent the vehicle from getting too close.

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

    A Do Not Pass sign tells you not to pass until it is safe to do so.

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

    If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should:

    <p>Use both the lap and shoulder belt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The minimum speed allowed while driving in the right lane on interstates is:

    <p>45 MPH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When parallel parking between two parked cars, the recommended technique is to first do what?

    <p>Pull up even with the front of the car.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may you legally block an intersection?

    <p>Under no circumstances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is unlawful to exceed the posted speed limit while passing.

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

    What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?

    <p>Proceed carefully after yielding to vehicles and pedestrians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Headlights must be illuminated when atmospheric conditions require the use of windshield wipers.

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

    You have consented to take a blood alcohol test:

    <p>Whenever you drive in the state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should never attempt to pass a car on a two-lane road.

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

    When a school bus is stopped at an intersection to load and unload children, drivers from which directions are required to stop?

    <p>All directions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Always stop before you cross a railroad tracks when:

    <p>You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When driving in fog, you should use your:

    <p>Low beams.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it necessary to stop before proceeding when overtaking a school bus that is loading or unloading children?

    <p>When alternating flashing red lights are displayed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You shouldn't rely on another driver's turn signals because they may have been left on from an earlier turn.

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

    What is the most common reason for drivers not seeing motorcyclists?

    <p>The profile of a motorcycle is smaller than that of a larger vehicle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:

    <p>Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you are turning left on a solid green light with oncoming traffic, you should:

    <p>Proceed slightly into the intersection and yield to oncoming traffic before turning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?

    <p>Low gear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When preparing to back up you should move the gear selector to:

    <p>Reverse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Alcohol in any concentration is:

    <p>A depressant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best thing to do when you are being tailgated?

    <p>Move to the right lane and let the vehicle pass, if possible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You must pull off to the right for an emergency vehicle with its lights and siren on if it is behind you.

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

    A traffic light with a flashing red signal means:

    <p>Stop.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In bad weather, you should make your car easier for others to see by:

    <p>Turning on your headlights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To avoid being blinded by oncoming cars at night, you should:

    <p>Look to the right side of the road.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is illegal to park your vehicle in front of a private driveway.

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

    How many alcoholic drinks does it take to affect your driving ability?

    <p>1 drink.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should:

    <p>Stop and let him/her finish crossing the street.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes what you must do at a stop sign?

    <p>Come to a complete stop.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A pedestrian with a white cane is:

    <p>Blind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You are driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding to the left. You should:

    <p>Steer to the left.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:

    <p>Signal before turning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?

    <p>Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If another driver moves into your path quickly, it would be best to:

    <p>Take your foot off the gas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should stop for a stopped school bus:

    <p>When its red lights are flashing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first thing you should do when involved in an accident that results in the other driver being injured?

    <p>Give aid to the injured driver, but do not move them unless necessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may you drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle?

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

    What must you do if you are entering a road from a driveway?

    <p>Stop and yield the right-of-way to traffic on the roadway, and to pedestrians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You may not pass a vehicle on the left if your lane has a solid yellow center line.

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

    Is it legal to pass a vehicle on the right shoulder in some situations?

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

    When parking on a hill and there is no curb, turn your wheels so that if your vehicle does start to roll it will:

    <p>Roll away from the street and traffic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A vehicle about to enter a roundabout has right-of-way over vehicles already in the circle.

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

    On what factor does your blood alcohol content (BAC) NOT depend?

    <p>Your body's tolerance to alcohol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the effects of alcohol on your driving ability?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these drugs could affect your driving ability?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you are taking a non-prescription drug, what should you do before driving?

    <p>Check the label for warnings about its effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can reduce the effects of alcohol?

    <p>Only time can reduce alcohol's effect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, what should you do first?

    <p>Try pumping the brake pedal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you miss an expressway exit, what should you do?

    <p>Get off at the next exit and locate the expressway going the other way.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an approaching driver does not dim their lights, you should:

    <p>Flash your lights to high beam for a second, then back to low beam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

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