Questions and Answers
What does an Instructional Permit allow you to do?
Operate a motor vehicle when supervised by another driver over age of 21
What vehicles may you operate with a Class C driver's license?
Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of less than 26,001 pounds
When does your driver's license expire?
On your birthday
What should you do to prevent fatigue-related crashes while driving?
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What is the best practice if you need to use your cell phone while driving?
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How can you prevent yourself from becoming an aggressive driver?
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If you are _____ blood alcohol concentration (BAC), you are in violation of the law.
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When is the traditional mirror setting more appropriate?
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Safety belts must be worn at all times.
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Where should you place a child under 12 years old in a vehicle equipped with airbags?
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What color are regulatory signs?
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What does a yellow dashed line on your side of the roadway mean?
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When parking your vehicle facing uphill with a curb, how should your wheels be turned?
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What should you identify when changing lanes?
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Having a driver's license is a privilege, not a right.
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What should you do when overtaking a pedestrian and an oncoming vehicle is approaching?
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When is it safe to pass another vehicle?
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If your vehicle has an anti-lock braking system and you need to stop quickly, what should you do?
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What should you do if you're driving and a tire suddenly goes flat?
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When you cannot see any farther than 100 feet ahead due to rain, snow, blowing dust, smoke, or thick fog then you cannot safely drive faster than:
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What should you do if a truck or bus needs to make a right turn and you are also turning right?
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If a pedestrian is crossing in the middle of the street, you must stop for them.
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What should you do when you hear a siren or see a vehicle approaching with flashing lights?
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Motorcycle operators have the right to use a full traffic lane.
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What should you do when driving at night and a vehicle comes toward you with their high beams on?
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What should you do when approaching animals near the roadway?
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Study Notes
Instructional Permit
- An Instructional Permit allows operation of a vehicle under the supervision of a driver aged 21 or over.
Class C Drivers License
- A Class C driver's license permits operation of vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of under 26,001 pounds.
Driver's License Expiration
- A driver's license expires on the holder's birthday each year.
Preventing Fatigue-Related Crashes
- To combat fatigue while driving, find a safe parking area to take a brief 15 to 20-minute nap.
Cell Phone Use While Driving
- Use a cell phone safely by stopping in a designated parking area prior to making a call.
Avoiding Aggressive Driving
- To reduce the chances of becoming an aggressive driver, prioritize relaxation and focus on driving tasks.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Violation
- A BAC of .08 or higher constitutes a violation of driving laws.
Traditional Mirror Setting
- The conventional mirror adjustment is preferable when towing or maneuvering in confined spaces.
Safety Belt Requirement
- Safety belts must be fastened by all vehicle occupants at all times when the vehicle is in motion.
Child Safety in Vehicles
- Children under the age of 12 should be placed in the rear seat of vehicles equipped with airbags for safety.
Regulatory Signs Color
- Regulatory signs are identified by their white color.
Yellow Dashed Line Significance
- A yellow dashed line on your side of the road indicates that passing is allowed on that side.
Parking Uphill with a Curb
- When parking uphill next to a curb, position your wheels away from the curb.
Lane Change Procedure
- Ensure there is a 4 to 5 second gap in traffic before changing lanes to ensure safety.
Driver's License Status
- Holding a driver's license is considered a privilege rather than an inherent right.
Overtaking Pedestrians
- When passing a pedestrian on the roadway with an oncoming vehicle, reduce speed and allow the vehicle to pass first.
Safe Passing Conditions
- It is safe to pass other vehicles when indicated by roadway signs or markings that permit such behavior.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Protocol
- If equipped with ABS, press the brake pedal firmly in an emergency stop situation.
Handling a Flat Tire
- Gradually decelerate without braking sharply if a tire suddenly goes flat.
Driving in Poor Visibility Conditions
- If visibility is limited to 100 feet or less due to inclement weather, the maximum safe speed is 30 mph.
Right Turn Protocol for Trucks and Buses
- If a truck or bus is turning right, give way and wait for it to complete the turn before proceeding to turn right yourself.
Pedestrian Crosswalk Rules
- Always stop for pedestrians crossing in the middle of the street.
Responding to Emergency Vehicles
- When hearing sirens or seeing flashing lights, move to the curb or edge of the road and stop to let emergency vehicles pass safely.
Motorcycle Lane Rights
- Motorcycle operators have the legal right to occupy an entire lane of traffic.
Night Driving with Oncoming High Beams
- When encountering a vehicle with bright high beams, flash your headlights briefly to signal the other driver.
Caution Around Roadway Animals
- Approach animals near the roadway with reduced speed and increased caution to prevent accidents.
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