Wisconsin Drivers Ed Flashcards

Questions and Answers

In order to obtain your license you must?

Drive & observe 6 hours with an instructor

During the first 9 months with your probationary license, you may not?

Have more than 3 passengers under 20

Permits are valid for?

1 year

Probationary licenses are valid for?

2-3 years Signup and view all the answers

Your hands should be placed at?

9 and 3 Signup and view all the answers

Speed limits in alleys are?

15 mph Signup and view all the answers

A chevron sign refers to a sign that warns of?

A sharp turn ahead Signup and view all the answers

You may disobey traffic signs?

When a traffic guard is present Signup and view all the answers

Children under this age need to be in a rear-facing seat?

1 Signup and view all the answers

Children under this age need to be in a booster seat?

9 Signup and view all the answers

Children under this age must be in a front-facing child safety seat?

5 Signup and view all the answers

When parking on the side of the road, it is legal to park in front of?

A neighbor's yard Signup and view all the answers

When parking near a railroad track, you should?

Stop at least 25 ft away Signup and view all the answers

How many feet should you park from a neighbor's driveway?

4 Signup and view all the answers

How many feet of space should you give parked cars in a parking lot?

3 Signup and view all the answers

The cushion between you and a bicyclist should be at least?

3 ft Signup and view all the answers

When driving in reverse, you should?

Drive at a slow walking pace Signup and view all the answers

The move over law requires drivers to move over for?

Emergency vehicles on the side of the road Signup and view all the answers

At an all-way stop?

Yield to drivers who have already stopped Signup and view all the answers

At uncontrolled intersections?

Yield to the right Signup and view all the answers

At uncontrolled T-intersections?

Through traffic has the right of way over turning traffic Signup and view all the answers

When turning right, commercial vehicles often need?

Swing to the left Signup and view all the answers

At a left green arrow you should?

Do not yield, you have the right of way Signup and view all the answers

Yellow lane markings indicate?

Two-way traffic Signup and view all the answers

Center turn lanes can be used by?

Both directions to turn left Signup and view all the answers

Keeping a 4 second following distance?

Is wise during ideal driving conditions Signup and view all the answers

When a skid occurs?

Turn in the desired direction of travel Signup and view all the answers

If you encounter heavy rain while driving, don't?

Use high beams Signup and view all the answers

When hydroplaning, your vehicle will likely?

Lose ability to steer Signup and view all the answers

Which of these isn't allowed on the freeway?

Slowing down Signup and view all the answers

When exiting a freeway, you should?

Avoid obstructing faster moving traffic Signup and view all the answers

Your stopping distance isn't affected by?

The vehicle you are following Signup and view all the answers

You need to park this far away from an intersection?

15 ft Signup and view all the answers

If you’re driving at a speed that isn't impeding traffic you should?

Speed up if legal to do so and pull over when it's safe so others can pass Signup and view all the answers

Parking lights are used to be used?

When parked on the side of the road momentarily Signup and view all the answers

If a vehicle is on the wrong side of the road traveling in your direction, you should?

Swerve right Signup and view all the answers

In which case does a crash have to be reported?

When someone is injured Signup and view all the answers

White lane markings indicate?

One way traffic Signup and view all the answers

By law, you mustn't spread out your driving lessons over at least?

21 days Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Licensing Requirements

To obtain a license, complete 6 hours of driving and observation with an instructor.
A learner's permit is valid for 1 year.
A probationary license is valid for 2-3 years.

Probationary License Restrictions

For the first 9 months, no more than 3 passengers under age 20 are allowed.

Safe Driving Practices

Position hands at 9 and 3 on the steering wheel for better control.
Maintain a following distance of at least 4 seconds under ideal conditions.

Speed Limits and Safe Distances

Speed limit in alleys is 15 mph.
Park at least 25 ft away from railroad tracks.
Stay 15 ft away from intersections when parking.
Maintain at least 3 ft of cushion between your vehicle and cyclists.

Child Safety Laws

Children under age 1 must be in a rear-facing seat.
Children under age 9 must be in a booster seat.
Children under age 5 must be in a front-facing child safety seat.

Parking Regulations

Parking in front of a neighbor's yard is allowed.
Provide a clearance of 4 ft from a neighbor's driveway and 3 ft from parked cars in a parking lot.

Right of Way Rules

At all-way stops, yield to drivers already stopped.
At uncontrolled intersections, yield to the right.
At uncontrolled T-intersections, through traffic has the right of way.

Turn and Maneuver Guidelines

When turning right, commercial vehicles may need to swing left.
A left green arrow means do not yield; you have the right of way.
Center turn lanes are available for both directions to make left turns.

Handling Driving Conditions

During a skid, turn in the desired direction of travel.
In heavy rain, avoid using high beams.
Hydroplaning can cause loss of steering control.

Freeway Conduct

Slowing down on the freeway is not allowed.
When exiting a freeway, avoid obstructing faster-moving traffic.

Collision and Reporting

Crashes must be reported when someone is injured.

Lane Markings and Traffic Indications

Yellow lane markings indicate two-way traffic.
White lane markings indicate one-way traffic.

Driving Lessons Requirement

Driving lessons must be spread out over at least 21 days to comply with the law.

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Test your knowledge on the requirements for obtaining a driver's license in Wisconsin with these flashcards. Each card covers important rules and definitions you'll need to remember during your drivers education. Perfect for students preparing for their driving tests!