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What should you do when towing a vehicle or trailer?
What should you do when towing a vehicle or trailer?
- Use the emergency flashing lights to alert other drivers
- Drive faster than the speed limit to avoid delays
- Drive in the far-right lane or a lane marked for slower vehicles (correct)
- Drive in the left lane to avoid merging traffic
What does a diamond-shaped sign on a truck indicate?
What does a diamond-shaped sign on a truck indicate?
- The truck is driven by a student driver
- The truck is carrying oversize loads
- The truck is equipped with emergency lights
- The truck's load may be hazardous (correct)
What should you do when driving behind a vehicle with a hazardous load?
What should you do when driving behind a vehicle with a hazardous load?
- Stop immediately and alert other drivers
- Drive faster to avoid being near the hazardous load
- Pass the vehicle on the right to avoid delays
- Maintain a safe distance and follow normal traffic flow (correct)
What is not mentioned in the text regarding hazardous loads?
What is not mentioned in the text regarding hazardous loads?
What is the meaning of a blue parking zone?
What is the meaning of a blue parking zone?
Where is it illegal to park or leave your vehicle?
Where is it illegal to park or leave your vehicle?
What is the meaning of a yellow parking zone?
What is the meaning of a yellow parking zone?
What is the minimum distance required from a fire hydrant or fire station driveway?
What is the minimum distance required from a fire hydrant or fire station driveway?
Where is an exception allowed for parking on the wrong side of the street?
Where is an exception allowed for parking on the wrong side of the street?
When parking on a hill, what should you do to ensure the vehicle does not roll?
When parking on a hill, what should you do to ensure the vehicle does not roll?
When headed uphill on a hill with no curb, what should you do with your front wheels?
When headed uphill on a hill with no curb, what should you do with your front wheels?
What is the main purpose of turning your wheels when parking on a hill?
What is the main purpose of turning your wheels when parking on a hill?
When parking on a sloping driveway, what should you do with your wheels?
When parking on a sloping driveway, what should you do with your wheels?
What is the primary concern when parking on a hill?
What is the primary concern when parking on a hill?
What is the minimum size of a flag required to be displayed on cargo that extends more than 4 feet from the back of a vehicle?
What is the minimum size of a flag required to be displayed on cargo that extends more than 4 feet from the back of a vehicle?
What is the maximum distance that cargo can extend beyond the fenders on the right side of a vehicle?
What is the maximum distance that cargo can extend beyond the fenders on the right side of a vehicle?
What is required to be done to an animal being transported in the back of a pickup or other truck?
What is required to be done to an animal being transported in the back of a pickup or other truck?
What is the penalty for dumping or abandoning animals on a highway?
What is the penalty for dumping or abandoning animals on a highway?
What is prohibited from being placed on the front windshield or side rear windows of a vehicle?
What is prohibited from being placed on the front windshield or side rear windows of a vehicle?
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Study Notes
Towing Vehicles or Trailers
- Always ensure the towing vehicle is properly equipped with a hitch and safety chains.
- Check that the trailer is correctly loaded and balanced to maintain stability on the road.
Diamond-Shaped Sign on Trucks
- Indicates that the vehicle is carrying hazardous materials, which require special attention from drivers around.
Driving Behind Vehicles with Hazardous Loads
- Maintain a safe following distance to allow for any sudden stops or emergencies from the vehicle.
Information Not Mentioned about Hazardous Loads
- Specific protocols or emergency procedures for handling spills or accidents involving hazardous materials.
Blue Parking Zone
- Designated for vehicles with disabled parking permits, allowing access to individuals with disabilities.
Illegal Parking Areas
- It is illegal to park in areas blocking driveways, fire hydrants, or emergency vehicle access routes.
Yellow Parking Zone
- Indicates a time-limited parking area; generally allows short-term parking with specific restrictions.
Minimum Distance from Fire Hydrant or Fire Station Driveway
- Must maintain a minimum distance of 15 feet from a fire hydrant and 20 feet from a fire station driveway.
Exception for Parking on Wrong Side of Street
- Allowed when expressly indicated by local ordinances or during specific emergency situations.
Parking on a Hill
- When parking uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb to prevent rolling into traffic.
Uphill Parking without Curb
- Front wheels should be turned toward the side of the road to reduce the risk of rolling.
Purpose of Turning Wheels on a Hill
- Prevents the vehicle from rolling into traffic if the parking brake fails.
Parking on Sloping Driveway
- Front wheels should be turned towards the curb or edge of the roadway when parked on a slope.
Primary Concern When Parking on a Hill
- Ensuring the car does not roll away, which can lead to collisions or accidents.
Minimum Size of Flag for Extended Cargo
- A flag at least 12 inches square must be displayed on cargo extending more than 4 feet from the vehicle's back.
Maximum Distance for Cargo Beyond Right Fenders
- Cargo may extend no more than 6 inches beyond the right fender of the vehicle.
Transporting Animals in Pickup Trucks
- Animals must be securely restrained in the back to prevent jumping or falling off the vehicle.
Penalty for Abandoning Animals
- Dumping or abandoning animals on a highway can result in fines or legal action.
Prohibited Items on Windshield or Side Rear Windows
- Items that obstruct the driver's view, such as large stickers or sunshades, are not allowed to be placed on these windows.
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