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What is the purpose of pavement markings on the roadway?

  • To divide lanes and provide directions for drivers (correct)
  • To indicate the speed limit for the road
  • To mark the boundaries of the road surface
  • To show the location of speed bumps and potholes

When approaching an intersection with a stop sign, at what point must the driver stop their vehicle?

  • Before the crosswalk (correct)
  • At the stop sign itself
  • There is no need to stop, just slow down
  • In the middle of the intersection

What is the purpose of guide signs on the highway?

  • To indicate the speed limit for the road
  • To display advertisements for local businesses
  • To provide information about intersecting roads, directions to cities/towns, and points of interest (correct)
  • To warn drivers of upcoming construction or lane closures

What is the purpose of a crosswalk on the roadway?

<p>To indicate where pedestrians have the right-of-way to cross the street (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the shape and color of a route number sign indicate?

<p>The type of roadway (interstate, U.S., state, etc.) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of barriers such as drums, cones, and tubes in a work zone?

<p>To guide drivers safely through the work zone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Yield sign?

<p>To require drivers to slow down and allow traffic with the right-of-way to cross before entering the intersection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Shared Center Lane Left Turn Only sign?

<p>To indicate that a lane is reserved for left-turning vehicles from either direction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a One-Way Street sign?

<p>To tell drivers that traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Stop sign?

<p>To require drivers to come to a complete stop behind the stop line or crosswalk, look for crossing vehicles and pedestrians in all directions, and yield the right-of-way (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When using a shared left turn lane, which of the following should you do?

<p>Check your mirrors and signal left, then turn into the lane when traffic is clear. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the double white lines separating the express lanes from the general-purpose lanes on I-15?

<p>To indicate that motorists may only access the express lanes at designated access points. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving in the express lanes on I-15 and an emergency or police vehicle with flashing lights is following you, what should you do?

<p>When safe to do so, make a right-hand lane change out of the express lane to allow the emergency vehicle to pass. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How far in advance of your desired exit should you exit the express lanes on I-15?

<p>You should exit the express lanes one interchange before your desired exit. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is illegal when driving in the express lanes on I-15?

<p>All of the above are illegal actions in the express lanes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct action to take when approaching an intersection with non-functioning traffic lights?

<p>Come to a complete stop before entering the intersection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of yellow warning signs on the roadway?

<p>They warn drivers of possible dangers ahead (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a round yellow warning sign with an 'X' symbol and black 'RR' letters signify?

<p>Approaching a highway-railroad grade crossing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario should a driver yield the right-of-way at an intersection?

<p>When another vehicle is approaching from the right (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action is required if an officer indicates that you must turn at an intersection?

<p>Follow the officer's direction and turn as indicated (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for drivers of single-occupant vehicles to utilize the express lanes?

<p>An express pass and an active account connected to a credit or debit card (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can motorcycles, buses, and vehicles with registered clean fuel vehicle decals (C decals) use the express lane for free?

<p>When there is a green arrow signal above the lane (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a red X above an express lane indicate?

<p>The lane is closed and cannot be used (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are merging into a lane of traffic?

<p>Yield the right-of-way to all vehicles in the continuing lane that are close enough to be an immediate threat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you not do in the 'gore area' of a traffic lane?

<p>Cross over the solid white line (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a driver do at a four-way intersection controlled by stop signs if they and another driver both arrive at the intersection at the same time?

<p>The driver on the right should yield to the driver on the left. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a driver do if they are making a left turn and facing oncoming traffic?

<p>The driver should yield to drivers in the opposing traffic lane. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a green arrow traffic light indicate to drivers?

<p>Drivers must proceed in the direction of the arrow after yielding. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should a driver take when approaching a flashing yellow traffic light?

<p>Continue through with caution after slowing down. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In metropolitan areas where traffic lights are horizontal, how is the traffic light sequence oriented?

<p>Red light is on the left, yellow in the middle, and green on the right. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When approaching a flashing yellow arrow light at an intersection, what should you do?

<p>Proceed with caution after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must a driver do when facing a red traffic light at an intersection?

<p>Stop before entering the intersection and wait for the light to turn green (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure when encountering a flashing red traffic light at an intersection?

<p>Come to a complete stop behind the stop line or crosswalk (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should a driver take when encountering a red arrow light indicating a right turn?

<p>Stop and remain stopped until an indication to proceed is shown (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If stranded by a red arrow light for a left turn, what action can a driver consider if safe?

<p>Turn left onto a one-way street from another one-way street (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can a driver legally make a right turn on a red light at an intersection?

<p>After coming to a complete stop and yielding to other traffic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required of a driver when they encounter a red arrow light prohibiting left turns?

<p>Stop and remain stopped until an indication to proceed is shown (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if an officer directs you to stop at an intersection even though the light is green?

<p>Obey the officer's instructions even if the light is green (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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