Pennsylvania Driver's Manual Practice Questions

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Teenage drivers are more likely to be involved in a crash when:

They are driving with adult passengers.

They are driving alone.

They are driving with teenage passengers. (correct)

They are driving at night.

What is a consequence of drivers who eat and drink while driving?

They have trouble controlling their vehicles.

What are preparing to smoke and smoking while driving considered?

Distracting activities.

What is the top major crash type for 16-year-old drivers in Pennsylvania?

Single vehicle/run-off-the-road. Signup and view all the answers

When passing a bicyclist, what should you do?

Move as far left as possible. Signup and view all the answers

What should you expect when driving through an area where children are playing?

Children may run out in front of you without looking. Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving behind a motorcycle, what must you do?

Allow the motorcycle to use a complete lane. Signup and view all the answers

How much following distance should you allow when traveling behind a motorcycle?

At least 4 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

Why should you use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane?

He or she is blind. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when driving near a blind pedestrian carrying a white cane or using a guide dog?

Slow down and be prepared to stop. Signup and view all the answers

Who must yield when a driver is turning and a pedestrian is crossing without a traffic light?

The driver. Signup and view all the answers

What does an orange triangle on the back of a vehicle indicate?

The vehicle travels at slower speeds than normal traffic. Signup and view all the answers

At night, what is hardest to see?

Pedestrians. Signup and view all the answers

When a truck driver behind you wants to pass, what should your speed do?

Remain steady or decrease. Signup and view all the answers

What should you remember when sharing the road with a truck?

Trucks take longer distances than cars to stop. Signup and view all the answers

If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track, what should you do?

Wait until you have a clear view of both tracks. Signup and view all the answers

What is very dangerous to do if you are following a truck that swings left before making a right turn?

Try to squeeze between the truck and the curb to make a right turn. Signup and view all the answers

When do you not have to stop for a school bus whose red lights are flashing?

When you are driving on the opposite side of a divided highway. Signup and view all the answers

What must you do when a school bus has its lights flashing and its stop arm extended?

Stop at least 10 feet away from the bus. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after a train has passed?

Check again for approaching trains and proceed with caution. Signup and view all the answers

If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it, what should you do?

Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times. Signup and view all the answers

When planning to make a turn, when should you activate your turn signals?

3 to 4 seconds before you reach the intersection. Signup and view all the answers

Before passing another vehicle, what should you do?

Give the proper turn signal to show you are changing lanes. Signup and view all the answers

What is your blind spot?

The area of the road you cannot see without moving your head. Signup and view all the answers

Before passing another vehicle, how early should you signal?

Early enough so others know your plans. Signup and view all the answers

Before changing lanes on a multi-lane highway, what should you do?

Check your mirrors and blind spots. Signup and view all the answers

When you park on the roadway, what should you use?

Your four-way flashers. Signup and view all the answers

Before backing up, what should you do?

Turn your head and look through the rear window. Signup and view all the answers

To help avoid crashes, what should you do?

Communicate with other drivers on the road. Signup and view all the answers

What does the driver indicate when they are slowing or stopping?

They are reducing their speed. Signup and view all the answers

If your turn signals fail, what should you use to indicate you are turning?

Hand signals. Signup and view all the answers

When traveling below 40 miles per hour on a limited access highway, what should you do?

Use your four-way flashers. Signup and view all the answers

When should you honk your horn?

When you see a child who is about to run into the street. Signup and view all the answers

You must use your headlights when other vehicles are not visible from ________ feet away.

500 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Teenage Drivers

Teenage drivers are at higher risk of crashes, especially when accompanied by teenage passengers.

Driving Distractions

Eating and drinking while driving can impair vehicle control.
Smoking and preparing to smoke are also major distractions.

Common Crash Types

The most frequent crash for 16-year-old drivers in Pennsylvania involves single vehicle/run-off-the-road incidents.

Bicyclists and Pedestrians

Always move far left when passing a bicyclist to ensure safety.
Expect children playing to potentially run into traffic unexpectedly.
When following a motorcycle, maintain a full lane and a following distance of at least 4 seconds.
Exercise extra caution around pedestrians using white canes, as they are blind.
Slow down and be prepared to stop near blind pedestrians with white canes or guide dogs.

Driver Responsibilities

Drivers must yield to pedestrians crossing without traffic lights.
An orange triangle on a vehicle signals it drives slower than normal traffic.
At night, pedestrians become the hardest to see.

Truck Interactions

Maintain a steady or reduced speed when a truck is attempting to pass.
Trucks require longer distances than cars to stop, necessitating caution on the road.

Railroad and School Bus Protocol

At multi-track railroad crossings, wait until both tracks are clear before proceeding.
Refrain from squeezing between a truck and curb when a truck swings left for a right turn.
Stop at least 10 feet away from a school bus with flashing red lights and extended stop arm, except on the opposite side of a divided highway.

Safety Procedures

After a train passes, check for other trains before proceeding.
To signal intent to slow down or stop unexpectedly, quickly tap your brake pedal to alert trailing drivers.
Turn signals should be activated 3 to 4 seconds before reaching an intersection.

Lane Changes and Parking

Signal appropriately before changing lanes and check mirrors and blind spots.
Use four-way flashers when parking on a roadway.

Backing Up and Defensive Driving

Look through the rear window and turn your head before backing up.
Communicate your intentions to other drivers to help avoid crashes.

Indicators of Driver Actions

Slowing or stopping vehicles can be indicated by brake lights.

Signal Failures

If turn signals fail, hand signals should be used to indicate turns.

Speed Regulations

Utilize four-way flashers when traveling below 40 mph on a limited access highway.

Horn Use

Honk your horn to alert when a child is about to run into the street.

Visibility Guidelines

Use headlights when vehicles are not visible from a significant distance; specifics may vary but the guideline emphasizes safety.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcard questions based on the Pennsylvania Driver's Manual. These questions focus on safe driving practices and statistics related to teenage drivers. Perfect for anyone preparing for their driving test or looking to refresh their knowledge on road safety.