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Questions and Answers
______ diamond shaped or ______ signs alert drivers of construction zones.
Orange, rectangular
Motorcycles are extremely hard to see if they are _____.
Approaching from the side
Some bicyclists create unsafe situations by riding ______ for the traffic environment and weather conditions.
At excessive speeds
The most popular vehicle models in America today are ____.
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It is illegal to follow an emergency vehicle at a distance of _____ or to stop within _____ of where an emergency vehicle is responding to an alarm.
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Do not use your horn directly behind a ____ or a horse rider on the side of the roadway.
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If a bicyclist is in your lane in front of you, ____.
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Step vans (delivery trucks) and 15-passenger vans ____.
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Use your _____ to communicate to other drivers that you are in trouble, there is trouble ahead, or when you are moving very slowly.
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Reversible lanes are used during ____.
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Study Notes
Construction Zone Awareness
- Diamond-shaped or orange rectangular signs indicate construction zones and alert drivers of potential hazards.
Motorcycle Visibility
- Motorcycles are particularly difficult to see when they are approaching from the side, highlighting the need for extra caution.
Bicyclist Safety
- Some bicyclists may ride at excessive speeds, creating unsafe conditions based on the traffic environment and weather.
Vehicle Preferences
- Light trucks are currently the most popular vehicle models in the United States.
Emergency Vehicle Protocol
- It is illegal to follow an emergency vehicle within 500 feet and to stop within one block of its response area when the vehicle is attending to an emergency.
Using the Horn
- Avoid using the horn when driving directly behind a bicyclist or near a horse rider on the side of the road to reduce the risk of startling them.
Bicyclist Lane Safety
- If a bicyclist is in your lane, exercise patience by adjusting your speed and positioning your vehicle safely instead of overtaking them abruptly.
Vehicle Blind Spots
- Step vans and 15-passenger vans possess poor rearward visibility, necessitating increased caution when operating or sharing the road with these vehicles.
Emergency Communication
- Activate emergency hazard lights to signal to other drivers when in trouble, warning of hazards ahead, or when moving at a very slow speed.
Lane Usage during Peak Times
- Reversible lanes are primarily utilized during rush hour to manage traffic flow more effectively.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards from iDriveSafely's Unit 5. This set focuses on key concepts related to driving safety, including understanding signs and the visibility of different vehicles. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their driving skills and awareness.
