#4 Rules of the Road

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What is the penalty for giving or seeking a ride on a limited access roadway in Washington State?

There is no penalty, it is legal

The driver's license can be suspended

A fine of $100

A misdemeanor charge (correct)

When driving on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, where should you drive?

In the right lane, closest to the shoulder

In the left lane, closest to the center line

You must drive on the right side of the road, except when legally passing another vehicle (correct)

In whichever lane has the least traffic

When driving on a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction, where should you stay?

In the right lane, closest to the shoulder (correct)

In the center lane, if there is a lot of entering or exiting traffic

In the left lane, closest to the center line

Stay in whichever lane has the least traffic

What should you do if a law enforcement officer pulls you over?

Limit your movements and those of any passengers, keep your hands on the steering wheel (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if directed by officials or signs to drive on the shoulder of the road?

Drive on the shoulder as directed (A) Signup and view all the answers

On limited access roadways with three or more lanes in one direction, which of the following vehicles are prohibited from using the left-hand lane?

Both vehicles towing a trailer and vehicles over ten thousand pounds (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if it is dark and you have been pulled over by an officer?

Turn on the vehicle's interior dome light (C) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the fines for traffic infractions if they occur in an emergency zone?

They are doubled (A) Signup and view all the answers

On a road with two lanes traveling in the same direction, which lane is meant for passing slower vehicles?

Left-hand lane (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advised not to pass on the right of another vehicle?

The other driver may have difficulty seeing you (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where does the law apply for the parking infraction of parking in an electric vehicle charging station?

Both at public and private electric vehicle charging stations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for failing to stop or yield the right of way for a pedestrian or bicyclist within a crosswalk that is marked with school or playground speed zone signs?

Double the regular scheduled penalty (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should pedestrians do for their own safety?

Walk toward oncoming traffic and off the roadway (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the number one citation in city collisions?

Failure to yield right of way (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of HOT lanes and Express toll lanes?

To provide toll-free express trips for carpools and public transportation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What account is required for solo drivers to use the HOT or Express toll lanes?

A Good To Go! account (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you see another vehicle cutting into the ferry line?

Call the HERO Program at 1HERO (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where should passengers on bicycles position themselves when approaching a ferry terminal?

In front of motor vehicles (C) Signup and view all the answers

If you are in a ferry holding lane in a residential area, what should you avoid?

Blocking residential driveways or intersections (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of infractions are recorded by automated traffic safety cameras?

Both failing to stop at a red light/railroad crossing and speeding in school zones (A) Signup and view all the answers

How will you be notified if an automated traffic camera captures an infraction committed by your vehicle?

A notice will be mailed to the vehicle's registered owner within 14 days (A) Signup and view all the answers

How are infractions from automated traffic cameras treated?

They are processed as parking infractions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What will indicate to drivers that they are entering a zone where traffic laws are enforced by automated traffic safety cameras?

Signs clearly marking the area (B) Signup and view all the answers

When is it permissible to pass a stopped school bus on the right-hand side?

Never, it is illegal to pass a stopped school bus on the right-hand side (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after a school bus stops flashing its red lights?

Watch for children along the side of the road and wait until they have completely left the roadway (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for failing to stop for a stopped school bus?

The penalty cannot be waived, reduced, or suspended (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should you be alert for after a school bus has finished unloading?

Children who may try to return to the bus (A) Signup and view all the answers