Podcast
Questions and Answers
When approaching stopped vehicles, what should you do?
When approaching stopped vehicles, what should you do?
What does Oregon's Implied Consent Law imply when you drive a motor vehicle?
What does Oregon's Implied Consent Law imply when you drive a motor vehicle?
You will take a breath, blood or urine test if arrested for driving under the influence.
A double solid yellow line means you may turn across the line to enter or exit a roadway.
A double solid yellow line means you may turn across the line to enter or exit a roadway.
True
When using your high beams, how far away must you dim your lights for oncoming traffic?
When using your high beams, how far away must you dim your lights for oncoming traffic?
Signup and view all the answers
When should you yield for a public transit bus to re-enter traffic?
When should you yield for a public transit bus to re-enter traffic?
Signup and view all the answers
What is defined as a safe following distance?
What is defined as a safe following distance?
Signup and view all the answers
You can legally turn left on a red light into a one-way street.
You can legally turn left on a red light into a one-way street.
Signup and view all the answers
When passing bicyclists at speeds greater than 35 mph, leave enough ______ to prevent contact with the bicyclist if they were to fall.
When passing bicyclists at speeds greater than 35 mph, leave enough ______ to prevent contact with the bicyclist if they were to fall.
Signup and view all the answers
You must stop for a pedestrian at an intersection only if they are in a marked crosswalk.
You must stop for a pedestrian at an intersection only if they are in a marked crosswalk.
Signup and view all the answers
What should you do when approaching an intersection with a green light that turns yellow?
What should you do when approaching an intersection with a green light that turns yellow?
Signup and view all the answers
What should you use when going uphill on an ice-covered road?
What should you use when going uphill on an ice-covered road?
Signup and view all the answers
If you are unsure if school is in session, what should you do?
If you are unsure if school is in session, what should you do?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a blind spot in driving?
What is a blind spot in driving?
Signup and view all the answers
Who has the right-of-way at a 'T' intersection with no signs or signals?
Who has the right-of-way at a 'T' intersection with no signs or signals?
Signup and view all the answers
Drivers under the age of 18 can use a mobile electronic device when operating a motor vehicle in Oregon.
Drivers under the age of 18 can use a mobile electronic device when operating a motor vehicle in Oregon.
Signup and view all the answers
Weaving through traffic can:
Weaving through traffic can:
Signup and view all the answers
To safely back up your vehicle, what should you do?
To safely back up your vehicle, what should you do?
Signup and view all the answers
When parking uphill against a curb, how should you turn your front wheels?
When parking uphill against a curb, how should you turn your front wheels?
Signup and view all the answers
If you're being passed by another vehicle, you should _________ until the pass is complete.
If you're being passed by another vehicle, you should _________ until the pass is complete.
Signup and view all the answers
In a roundabout, how does traffic circulate?
In a roundabout, how does traffic circulate?
Signup and view all the answers
_________ on highways require drivers to pay extra attention and carefully obey all traffic laws.
_________ on highways require drivers to pay extra attention and carefully obey all traffic laws.
Signup and view all the answers
For drivers who are at least 21 years old, what is the legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC)?
For drivers who are at least 21 years old, what is the legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC)?
Signup and view all the answers
What are the only pentagonal signs?
What are the only pentagonal signs?
Signup and view all the answers
A double solid white line separates two lanes traveling in the same direction, but crossing the line is permitted.
A double solid white line separates two lanes traveling in the same direction, but crossing the line is permitted.
Signup and view all the answers
What kind of parking is commonly found in parking lots and shopping centers?
What kind of parking is commonly found in parking lots and shopping centers?
Signup and view all the answers
What should you do when approaching a school bus with its lights flashing on a divided highway?
What should you do when approaching a school bus with its lights flashing on a divided highway?
Signup and view all the answers
When overtaking and passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, you can pass on either side.
When overtaking and passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, you can pass on either side.
Signup and view all the answers
In Oregon, what is the maximum speed limit in residential districts unless posted otherwise?
In Oregon, what is the maximum speed limit in residential districts unless posted otherwise?
Signup and view all the answers
To be able to stop safely under conditions of rain, ice, or snow, what should you do?
To be able to stop safely under conditions of rain, ice, or snow, what should you do?
Signup and view all the answers
When turning left from a one-way road onto another one-way road, where should you bring your vehicle?
When turning left from a one-way road onto another one-way road, where should you bring your vehicle?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Stopped Vehicles and Yielding Rules
- Change lanes to avoid driving next to stopped vehicles for safety.
- Yield to a public transit bus when it signals to re-enter traffic with a turn signal and flashing yield sign.
Implied Consent and DUI Laws
- Oregon's Implied Consent Law requires drivers to submit to breath, blood, or urine tests if arrested for driving under the influence.
Road Markings and Traffic Signals
- A double solid yellow line allows turns to enter or exit a roadway but prohibits crossing for passing.
- A double solid white line separates lanes moving in the same direction, crossing prohibited.
- Traffic at a "T" intersection must yield to vehicles on the through road.
Speed Limits and Safe Distances
- Legal speed limit in residential districts is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
- Maintain a following distance of 2-4 seconds for safety.
- Increase following distance in adverse weather conditions, such as rain or ice.
Passing and Bicyclist Safety
- When passing bicyclists at speeds over 35 mph, ensure enough space to prevent contact in case of a fall.
- Do not increase speed when being passed by another vehicle.
Pedestrian and Intersection Rules
- Drivers must stop for pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks at intersections.
- On yellow light changes, stop before entering unless too close to stop safely.
Highway and Mobile Device Regulations
- Oregon prohibits drivers under 18 from using mobile electronic devices while driving.
- Safety corridors on highways necessitate heightened attention and strict adherence to traffic laws.
Parking and Turning Guidelines
- When parking uphill against a curb, turn your front wheels toward the travel lane.
- When turning left from a one-way road onto another, position your vehicle in the nearest left lane of the road you are entering.
Miscellaneous Key Facts
- High beams should be dimmed for oncoming traffic within 500 feet.
- In roundabouts, traffic flows in a counterclockwise direction.
- Legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 is under 0.08%.
- Pentagonal signs indicate school zones and crossings.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Prepare for your Oregon DMV learner's permit with this practice test featuring essential concepts and laws for safe driving. Each question comes with clear definitions to enhance your understanding. Get ready to ace the test and ensure your knowledge of Oregon's road regulations.
