#3 WA Drivers Test

What is the meaning of a flashing red traffic light?

Treat it the same as a stop sign

When can a driver make a left turn onto a one-way street with traffic moving left?

After coming to a full stop if there is no sign prohibiting the turn on a red arrow

What do traffic signs tell drivers about?

Traffic rules, hazards, where you are, how to get where you are going, and where services are located

What is the shape and color of warning signs?

Diamond shaped with black lettering on a yellow background

When can a driver make a right turn on a red light?

After coming to a full stop, if it is safe and there is no sign prohibiting the turn

Which of the following is NOT a type of regulatory sign?

Construction signs

If a regulatory sign has a red circle with a red slash over a symbol, what does it indicate?

It prohibits certain actions

What must motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists do when encountering highway construction personnel or vehicles with flashing yellow lights?

Yield to them

What happens to fines for moving violations in construction areas when workers are present?

They are tripled

What is the purpose of speed limit signs?

Both A and B

What is the purpose of traffic rules?

To ensure traffic flows smoothly and safely

What should you do if you approach an intersection where the traffic signal is not working?

Come to a complete stop, then yield to traffic as if it were a four-way stop

What does a green traffic light signal indicate?

You can proceed through the intersection, but you must yield to emergency vehicles and others as required by law

Which of the following is NOT considered a traffic control device?

Speed bumps

When turning left at an intersection with a green light, what should you do?

Turn left only when it is safe to do so, yielding to oncoming traffic

What does a green arrow in a traffic light signal indicate?

You can safely turn in the direction of the arrow

What should you do when you see a steady yellow traffic light?

Stop if it is safe to do so

How should you interpret a flashing yellow arrow at an intersection?

Prepare to stop and give right-of-way to oncoming traffic

What is the purpose of a two-stage left turn for bicyclists?

To allow bicyclists to make a left turn in two separate steps, reducing exposure to traffic

What should you do when approaching a roundabout?

Yield to traffic already in the roundabout and enter when there is a gap

Which of the following traffic control devices is designed to discourage speeding and reduce collisions?

Speed bumps and curbing that narrows the roadway

What should you do when driving inside a roundabout?

Drive around the circle to the right, following the flow of traffic

What is the purpose of reversible lanes?

To allow traffic to flow in one direction during certain times and in the opposite direction at other times

What should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on a railroad crossing?

Call the number on the blue sign attached to the crossing gate

What does a reflective orange triangle on the rear of a vehicle indicate?

The vehicle is traveling less than 25 mph

What should you do when the red lights at a railroad crossing are flashing alternately?

Stop and wait for the train to pass

What is the primary purpose of variable speed limit signs?

To warn drivers of upcoming lane closures and traffic backups

When should a driver reduce their speed below the posted maximum limit?

Whenever road conditions are less than ideal, such as rain, snow, or reduced visibility

What is the purpose of lane use control signs?

To direct drivers where they can go or turn using arrow symbols

Why do some high-speed roads have minimum speed limits?

To prevent drivers from traveling too slowly and creating a hazard

What is the purpose of no passing signs?

To indicate areas where passing is not permitted due to limited visibility

What should a driver do if the minimum posted speed on a high-speed road is too fast for them?

Use another road that has a lower speed limit