Permit Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does a speed restriction sign show?

May be ignored in rainy, snowy, or icy conditions

Is blue with black lettering

Shows a recommended speed for a curve or turn (correct)

Has a triangular shape

On a green arrow, you must:

Yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian in the intersection (correct)

Yield to pedestrians only in the intersection

Wait four seconds before proceeding

What does this road sign mean?

Pedestrian crossing ahead

Low ground railroad crossing

Steep grade ahead

Low clearance (correct)

What does this road sign indicate?

When pavement is wet, reduce your speed Signup and view all the answers

Defensive driving is:

Using safe driving strategies to prevent crashes Signup and view all the answers

What do downward facing triangular signs indicate?

Tell drivers to yield Signup and view all the answers

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in school zones is:

25 mph Signup and view all the answers

When may you pass the right side of the road?

Never Signup and view all the answers

If you are being passed in a no-passing zone, you should:

Slow down and let the other driver safely return to the drive lane Signup and view all the answers

In bad weather, increase your following distance to:

Four seconds Signup and view all the answers

Under normal weather and traffic conditions, maintain a minimum following distance of:

Three seconds Signup and view all the answers

If a child is about to run into the street, you should:

Sound a sharp blast of your horn Signup and view all the answers

When parking uphill on a hill or incline with a curb, you should:

Turn your front wheels sharply away from the curb Signup and view all the answers

A driver entering public traffic from a driveway or private road:

Should yield to drivers already on the public road Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Speed Restriction Signs

Speed restriction signs show the recommended speed for curves or turns.
These signs may be ignored in rainy, snowy, or icy conditions.
They are triangular in shape and blue with black lettering.

Green Arrow Traffic Signal

A green arrow requires yielding to vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians in the intersection.

Road Sign Indications

A specific road sign indicates low clearance, warning drivers of potential height restrictions.
Another sign advises to reduce speed when pavement is wet due to slippery conditions.

Defensive Driving

Defensive driving involves using safe strategies to prevent crashes and drive safely, contrasting with aggressive driving.

Downward Facing Triangular Signs

These signs instruct drivers to yield, often found in various zones such as school zones and constructions.

Speed Limits in School Zones

Unless posted otherwise, the speed limit in school zones is set at 25 mph.

Passing Rules

It is never appropriate to pass on the right side of the road.
Passing in a no-passing zone requires slowing down and allowing the other driver to safely return to the driving lane.

Following Distance

Increase your following distance to four seconds during bad weather conditions.
Under normal conditions, maintain a minimum following distance of three seconds.

Emergency Responses

If a child is about to run into the street, sound a sharp blast of the horn to alert them.

Parking on Hills

When parking uphill with a curb, turn your front wheels sharply away from the curb to prevent rolling into traffic.

Right of Way Rules

A driver entering public traffic from a driveway or private road must yield to drivers already on the public road.

Description

Prepare for your permit test with these flashcards that cover essential traffic signs and signals. Each card provides critical information about speed restrictions and green arrow rules. Study effectively to ensure you're ready for the road.