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When must you signal before making a turn?
When must you signal before making a turn?
At least 100 feet before the intersection
How close may you park to a stop sign?
How close may you park to a stop sign?
50 feet
How close may you park to a corner?
How close may you park to a corner?
25 feet
How close may you park to a fire hydrant?
How close may you park to a fire hydrant?
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What is the stopping distance on a dry road at 50 m.p.h.?
What is the stopping distance on a dry road at 50 m.p.h.?
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What is the proper distance you may park from the curb?
What is the proper distance you may park from the curb?
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What are the penalties for driving without insurance?
What are the penalties for driving without insurance?
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Serious accidents causing death, injury or $200 damage must be reported within how many days?
Serious accidents causing death, injury or $200 damage must be reported within how many days?
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Points are only issued for what?
Points are only issued for what?
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When will you be given a proposed License Suspension Notice?
When will you be given a proposed License Suspension Notice?
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What is the penalty for driving with a suspended license - first offense?
What is the penalty for driving with a suspended license - first offense?
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What is the penalty for not telling the truth when applying for a license?
What is the penalty for not telling the truth when applying for a license?
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Up to how many points may be subtracted from your record if you receive no moving violations for how long?
Up to how many points may be subtracted from your record if you receive no moving violations for how long?
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What is the penalty for refusing the breath test?
What is the penalty for refusing the breath test?
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Who is responsible if a student commits a traffic offense?
Who is responsible if a student commits a traffic offense?
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What should you do if approaching a steady yellow or amber signal?
What should you do if approaching a steady yellow or amber signal?
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What is a good practice while driving?
What is a good practice while driving?
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What is the proper lane to turn into when making a left turn?
What is the proper lane to turn into when making a left turn?
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When driving at night you should be able to stop?
When driving at night you should be able to stop?
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Where should you position your car to make a left turn from a two-way street?
Where should you position your car to make a left turn from a two-way street?
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What is a good practice when nearing an intersection?
What is a good practice when nearing an intersection?
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What is the purpose of traffic laws?
What is the purpose of traffic laws?
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If there's a 'No Turn On Red' sign, when can you make a turn on red?
If there's a 'No Turn On Red' sign, when can you make a turn on red?
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If you feel or hear unusual thumping noise while driving it may be?
If you feel or hear unusual thumping noise while driving it may be?
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What is the best advice if your car is stranded in a heavy snowstorm?
What is the best advice if your car is stranded in a heavy snowstorm?
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What is a good practice when driving in the city?
What is a good practice when driving in the city?
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What must you do if you want to turn left at a traffic light?
What must you do if you want to turn left at a traffic light?
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If the front of your car vibrates, the problem may be with your?
If the front of your car vibrates, the problem may be with your?
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What do two parallel white lines across the road mean?
What do two parallel white lines across the road mean?
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Which lights should you be using when driving in fog?
Which lights should you be using when driving in fog?
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What papers must you have when operating a motor vehicle?
What papers must you have when operating a motor vehicle?
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When should you use your horn?
When should you use your horn?
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What should be done if two cars enter an uncontrolled intersection simultaneously?
What should be done if two cars enter an uncontrolled intersection simultaneously?
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Yellow center lines would usually be found where?
Yellow center lines would usually be found where?
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Why should you use seat belts and shoulder belts?
Why should you use seat belts and shoulder belts?
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When may you pass on the right?
When may you pass on the right?
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What does a flashing red light mean?
What does a flashing red light mean?
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Study Notes
Signaling and Parking
- Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn.
- Park no closer than 50 feet from a stop sign.
- Maintain a distance of 25 feet from corners when parking.
- Keep 10 feet clear from fire hydrants when parked.
- Proper distance from the curb is 6 inches or less.
Driving Distances and Violations
- Stopping distance at 50 mph on dry road is 243 feet.
- Points are issued only for moving violations; reaching 12 points results in a proposed License Suspension Notice.
- Serious accidents (death, injury, or $200 damage) must be reported to the Division of Motor Vehicles within 5 days.
- Up to 3 points may be subtracted from your record after one year without moving violations.
Penalties and Responsibilities
- Driving without insurance incurs suspension of driver's license and registration plus fines.
- First offense for driving with a suspended license includes a $500 fine and up to 6 months additional suspension.
- Falsifying information on a license application incurs a fine of at least $200 and up to 6 months imprisonment.
- If a student commits a traffic offense, both the student and supervising instructor/driver are responsible.
Traffic Signals and Driving Practices
- On approaching a yellow signal, slow down and stop before the intersection if possible.
- Maintain attention by avoiding prolonged focus on one object while driving.
- Yield to oncoming traffic when turning left at a traffic light.
- While driving at night, stop within the distance visible ahead.
Safe Driving Techniques
- Position your vehicle in the lane nearest to the center when making a left turn from a two-way street.
- Slow down and prepare to stop when nearing intersections.
- Use traffic laws primarily for the protection of yourself and other drivers.
Specific Situations and Alerts
- A "No Turn On Red" sign prohibits turning on red at that intersection at all times.
- If you hear thumping noises while driving, it may indicate issues with the tires.
- In case of being stranded in heavy snow, it's best to stay with your vehicle.
Urban Driving and Road Signs
- In urban areas, regularly check signals at intersections ahead.
- A vibrate in the front of the car may indicate a problem with the steering.
- Two parallel white lines across the road indicate a pedestrian crosswalk.
- Use low beams or fog lights when driving in fog.
Vehicle Documents and Horn Usage
- Always carry a driver's license, vehicle registration, and insurance card while operating a motor vehicle.
- Use the horn when exiting a dark alley to alert others.
Uncontrolled Intersections and Markings
- At an uncontrolled intersection where two cars arrive simultaneously, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
- Yellow center lines are typically found on two-way roads where passing is not allowed.
Safety Equipment and Passing Rules
- Seat belts and shoulder belts significantly increase survival chances in accidents.
- Passing on the right is permitted if the vehicle in front is turning left and there is a designated lane.
Traffic Light Regulations
- A flashing red light signifies to stop and proceed with caution.
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