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What does an Instructional Permit allow you to do?
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?
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?
When does your driver's license expire?
On your birthday
What should you do to prevent fatigue-related crashes while driving?
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?
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?
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.
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?
When is the traditional mirror setting more appropriate?
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Safety belts must be worn at all times.
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?
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?
What color are regulatory signs?
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What does a yellow dashed line on your side of the roadway mean?
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?
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?
What should you identify when changing lanes?
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Having a driver's license is a privilege, not a right.
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?
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?
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?
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?
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:
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?
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.
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?
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.
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?
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?
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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Test your knowledge with these flashcards on the Kansas DMV written test. Designed based on the handbook, these cards cover key terms and definitions that are essential for passing the DMV exam. Perfect for anyone preparing for their instructional or Class C driver's license.
