Traffic Signs

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What is the primary reason why drivers tend to misjudge their braking distance?

  • They are driving too slow.
  • They are not aware of their speed due to speed blindness. (correct)
  • They are not concentrating on the road.
  • They are not familiar with the road.

Why do modern cars contribute to speed blindness?

  • They are very heavy.
  • They are very noisy.
  • They handle smoothly and quietly. (correct)
  • They have a rough ride.

What is the stopping distance required for a car traveling at 60 km/h on a dry road?

  • 70 meters of road.
  • 20 meters of road.
  • 50 meters of road.
  • 35 meters of road. (correct)

What is the primary factor that contributes to the underestimation of speed?

<p>A lack of stimuli needed for the driver to form an accurate impression of their true speed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the braking distance when you accelerate?

<p>It increases. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of speed blindness on a driver's ability to judge their braking distance?

<p>They underestimate their braking distance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do drivers tend to accelerate without considering their braking distance?

<p>They are unaware of their speed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of monotonous driving on a driver's ability to judge their speed?

<p>It decreases their awareness of their speed. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the stopping distance required for a car traveling at 120 km/h?

<p>110 meters of road. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of speed blindness?

<p>The driver misjudges their braking distance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Regulating the Roads

  • There are three types of traffic signs: warning signs (triangular, cautioning danger), regulatory signs (circular, providing positive instructions), and supplementary signs (rectangular, providing additional information).
  • Mandatory signs are prohibitive (red circle) or indicative (blue circle).
  • Direction signs are rectangular and inform about directions and local information.
  • Temporary signs are on an orange background.

Road Markings

  • Road markings are used to clarify rules and regulations, warning of dangers, dividing roads into lanes, separating motor vehicle lanes from cycle tracks or pedestrian ways, and signaling prohibitions.
  • Road markings can be lines (continuous or broken), arrows, studs, symbols, and text messages.
  • Broken lines function as recommendations, warnings, or guides for road users.

Duty towards Unprotected Road Users

  • It is essential to respect pedestrians and cyclists, as they are vulnerable road users.
  • When interacting with other road users, we should show courtesy, compromise, and adjust to ensure safe sharing of the road environment.

Order of Traffic Precedence

  • In situations with multiple instructions, the order of precedence is: 1) signals given by a police officer, 2) traffic lights, 3) traffic signs, and 4) rules of the road.

Roundabouts

  • Roundabouts are similar to ordinary crossroads with one or more lanes encircling a central island.
  • When approaching a roundabout, maintain the same lane before, during, and after exiting to reduce the risk of colliding with other vehicles.

Inside the City Limits

Using Your Eyes and Other Senses

  • The central visual field represents the tiny area in focus, while the peripheral vision is blurred.
  • Speed blindness can occur due to a lack of stimuli, making it difficult for drivers to form an accurate impression of their true speed.
  • Smooth handling and quiet cars can contribute to speed blindness, making it essential to be aware of one's speed.
  • The stopping distance increases with speed, and it is vital to consider this when accelerating.

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