Safe Night Driving & Road Safety Rules

Questions and Answers

Being fatigued while driving is as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol.

True

Always signal when:

Changing lanes

Pulling into or out of a parking space

Pulling into traffic from a parking area or alley

All of the above (correct)

What does this sign mean? (Slippery when wet)

Slippery when wet (correct)

Steep downgrade

Tow-away zone

Roadwork ahead

What should you do when waiting to turn left at a multilane intersection and opposing traffic is blocking your view?

Wait until you can see all the lanes you need to cross before going ahead with your turn Signup and view all the answers

To drive safely at night, you should:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

This sign means:

Divided highway ends. Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of:

0.08 percent. Signup and view all the answers

This sign means:

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

When you see other drivers around you acting or reacting in anger:

All of these. Signup and view all the answers

A driver should be extra alert to motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians because:

They're difficult to see in traffic. Signup and view all the answers

When the driver behind you wants to pass, you should:

Slow down to allow room in front of your vehicle for the other driver to complete the pass easily. Signup and view all the answers

If an aggressive driver cuts you off, you should:

Stay calm and move out of the aggressive driver's way. Signup and view all the answers

When changing lanes you should not:

Use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear. Signup and view all the answers

What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgement?

It harms both driving skills and judgement. Signup and view all the answers

When driving on wet pavement, it's important to remember:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

You are driving up a hill and are approaching a heavy truck from the rear. You should know that:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

You must not drive your vehicle at a speed greater than:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a safe way to drive through a curve?

Slow down as you enter, speed up as you exit. Signup and view all the answers

When passing on a multilane highway:

Be sure the passing lane is clear. Signup and view all the answers

An arrow painted on the pavement means:

Drivers in the proper lane must make the movement indicated by the arrow while following directions indicated by traffic signals. Signup and view all the answers

The most important thing to remember about speed management and curves is that you must:

Slow down before you enter the curve. Signup and view all the answers

You are coming to an intersection and have a green light. Pedestrians are crossing against the red. You should:

Stop to let the pedestrians cross safely. Signup and view all the answers

If you want to get off the freeway but you have missed your exit, you should:

Go to the next exit. Signup and view all the answers

While driving, your wheels slip off the edge of the road. You should:

Slow down by gently using the brakes. Turn the steering wheel to return to the pavement at a safe speed. Signup and view all the answers

The sign with this shape and color is a ____ sign.

No passing zone Signup and view all the answers

Emergency vehicles:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

When you want to make a right turn, your car must be:

Close to the right side of the street. Signup and view all the answers

If you drink alcohol socially, what helps ensure safe driving?

Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking. Signup and view all the answers

Pentagonal signs indicate:

School zones. Signup and view all the answers

To reduce the effects of headlight glare at night, you should look:

To the right edge of the road. Signup and view all the answers

Your tire blows out while you are driving. You should:

Hold your steering wheel tightly and slow to a stop. Signup and view all the answers

Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A solid red arrow:

Has the same meaning as a circular red traffic light. Signup and view all the answers

When approaching a railroad crossing warning sign:

Be prepared to stop if a train is nearby. Signup and view all the answers

Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A green arrow:

Has the same meaning as a circular green traffic light, but traffic must turn in the direction indicated by the arrow. Signup and view all the answers

You approach an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing. You must:

Slow down. If possible, change lanes so you will not drive next to the stopped emergency vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

If you begin to feel tired while driving, the best thing to do is to:

Stop driving. Signup and view all the answers

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