Traffic Rules and Regulations Quiz

Speed Limits and School Zones

• Speed limit approaching a school crosswalk is 15 mph.
• Maximum speed in business or residential areas when no limit is posted is 25 mph.

School Bus Regulations

• Stop for a school bus on a four-lane road with its stop-sign arm extended, regardless of your direction of travel.
• When a school bus is picking up or dropping off children, stop until the bus is moving or the stop sign arm is no longer extended.

Right-of-Way Rules

• At an uncontrolled intersection, Car 3 has the right-of-way if all cars arrive simultaneously.
• If another vehicle is turning left while you are going straight, the straight-going vehicle has the right-of-way.

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

• Drive immediately to the right and stop when you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching.
• Yield to law enforcement vehicles by moving to the right side of the roadway.

Hand Signals

• A hand signal with an arm extended downward indicates stopping or slowing.
• A left-arm extended horizontally indicates a left turn.
• A left-arm extended upward indicates a right turn.

Pedestrian Right-of-Way

• Always give the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing any street.

Driving Conditions

• Reduce speed when driving on wet roads to ensure safety.

Roadway Entry and Backing

• Stop before reaching the sidewalk when entering a road from an alley or driveway.
• While backing, always turn and look out the rear window.

Parking Guidelines

• When parking uphill with a curb, turn wheels left away from the curb; if no curb, turn right toward the edge.
• Parking is illegal within 20 feet of a crosswalk and 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

Turn Signals and Lane Changes

• Signal your turn continuously for at least 100 feet before making a turn and for at least 4 seconds before turning.
• Return to your lane after passing when you can see both headlights of the vehicle in your inside rear view mirror.

Signs and Symbols

• A yellow line in the middle of the road indicates two-way traffic.
• A sign indicating "slippery when wet" warns of hazardous road conditions.

Law Enforcement Stops

• When stopped by law enforcement, put the car in park, remain in the vehicle, keep the seat belt fastened, and maintain hands in a visible position on the steering wheel.
• If there is a firearm in the vehicle, inform the officer about it and its location if requested.

Citation and Collision Protocol

• Signing for a citation is not an admission of guilt; it is a promise to appear for any criminal violations.
• In the event of a minor, non-injury collision, safely remove the vehicle from the roadway if operable (Quick Clearance).