Traffic Safety and Seat Belts

20 Questions

What should you do when an officer is using emergency lights?

Do not speed up until the officer turns off their emergency lights and traffic conditions allow

What is the consequence of not wearing a seat belt?

You will receive a ticket

What is the purpose of the shoulder harness in a seat belt?

To keep you in a better position to control the vehicle

How should the lap belt be adjusted?

So that it is snug and lies low across your hips

Who is responsible for ensuring a passenger under 16 wears a seat belt?

The driver of the vehicle

What is the penalty for dumping or abandoning animals on a highway?

A fine of up to $1,000, six months in jail, or both

What is the minimum requirement for cargo that extends more than 4 feet from the back of a vehicle?

A 12-inch red or fluorescent orange square flag

Who can ride in the back of a pickup or other truck?

A person, if the vehicle has secure seats and seat belts

What is not allowed to be visible to the driver in a vehicle?

A video monitor displaying a movie

What is prohibited from being thrown from a vehicle?

A cigarette, cigar, or other flaming or glowing substance

What is the purpose of the blue and white sign at railroad crossings?

To provide information in case of an emergency on or near the tracks

What type of sign communicates important rules you must obey?

White rectangular sign

Who has the right-of-way at an intersection?

The vehicle that arrives first

What should you do before entering an intersection?

Look left, right, and ahead to check for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians

What type of intersections do not have signs or traffic signal lights?

Uncontrolled intersections

How many days must a minor wait to retake a failed behind-the-wheel drive test?

14 days, not including the day of the failure

What is the minimum tread depth required for tires during a behind-the-wheel drive test?

1/32-inch of uniform tread depth

Which of the following is a requirement for the brake pedal during a behind-the-wheel drive test?

At least 1 inch of clearance between the bottom of the brake pedal and the floorboard

What is the purpose of the horn during a behind-the-wheel drive test?

To be loud enough to be heard from a distance of at least 200 feet

Which safety feature is not required to be functional during a behind-the-wheel drive test?

Donut tire

Study Notes

Before the Drive Test

Minors must wait 14 days to retake a failed behind-the-wheel drive test, not including the day of the failure.

Vehicle Inspection

Driver window: must open
Windshield: must allow a full, clear, unblocked view for the driver and examiner
Windshield cracks may postpone the test
Rearview mirrors: at least two, one on the left side of the vehicle
Brake lights: right and left brake lights must be operational
Tires: at least 1/32-inch uniformed tread depth, no donut tires allowed
Foot brake: at least one inch of clearance between the bottom of the brake pedal and the floorboard when depressed
Horn: designed for the vehicle, in proper working condition, and loud enough to be heard from a distance of at least 200 feet
Emergency (parking brake): must know how to set and release
Turn/Arm signals: must know how to signal left, right, slow down, or stop
Windshield wipers: control arm or switch must be functional
Seat belts: all seat belts must work properly and be used by occupants

Traffic Signs

R 5-sided sign: indicates a school zone, drive slowly and stop for children in the crosswalk
Diamond-shaped sign: warns of specific road conditions and dangers ahead
White Rectangular sign: communicates important rules to obey
Warning signs: warn of conditions related to pedestrians, bicyclists, schools, playgrounds, school buses, and school passenger loading zones

Right-of-Way Rules

The vehicle that arrives at the intersection first has the right-of-way
Other vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians must wait for the person who has the right-of-way
Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way
Give up your right-of-way when it will help prevent collisions

Intersections

Look left, right, and ahead to check for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians before entering an intersection
Pedestrians always have the right-of-way

Important Roadway Information

Do not smoke when a minor is in the vehicle
Do not dump or abandon animals on a highway
Do not drive an overloaded vehicle that obstructs your view or control
Do not drive a vehicle with an unsecured load that is a safety hazard
Special requirements for cargo extending beyond the vehicle
Do not allow a person to ride in the back of a pickup or other truck without secure seats and seat belts
Do not transport animals in the back of a pickup or other truck without proper securing
Do not drive a vehicle equipped with a visible video monitor, unless it only displays vehicle information or navigation
Do not throw cigarettes or other flaming substances from your vehicle
Do not obstruct your view with objects on the front windshield or side rear windows
Do not speed up until the officer turns off their emergency lights and traffic conditions allow you to return to your normal speed

Seat Belts

You and your passengers must wear seat belts
Wearing a seat belt increases your chance of survival in most collisions
Wear the shoulder harness correctly across your shoulder and chest, with no slack
Adjust the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips

Learn about traffic safety rules and regulations, including when to slow down and the importance of wearing seat belts for all passengers. Understand the consequences of not following these rules and how it can impact your safety on the road.

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