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What must all licensed drivers in the state of WI carry?
What must all licensed drivers in the state of WI carry?
Insurance on their vehicle and their WI Driver's License.
How many days are new WI residents required to apply for a WI license?
How many days are new WI residents required to apply for a WI license?
30 days (or 60 days).
At what age can a person receive a WI Instruction Permit?
At what age can a person receive a WI Instruction Permit?
15 1/2 years of age or older.
What is required for a person under 18 to qualify for their probationary license?
What is required for a person under 18 to qualify for their probationary license?
What happens if you receive six demerit points within any twelve month period?
What happens if you receive six demerit points within any twelve month period?
Starting slowly and avoiding quick starts helps improve fuel mileage.
Starting slowly and avoiding quick starts helps improve fuel mileage.
What is the result of not having a vehicle in good mechanical condition?
What is the result of not having a vehicle in good mechanical condition?
To ensure visibility while driving, what should be inspected and fixed if necessary?
To ensure visibility while driving, what should be inspected and fixed if necessary?
What does low air pressure in the tires affect?
What does low air pressure in the tires affect?
What do bald tires increase?
What do bald tires increase?
What should you do to see clearly through icy or snowy windows?
What should you do to see clearly through icy or snowy windows?
You should not hang things from the mirror or clutter the windshield.
You should not hang things from the mirror or clutter the windshield.
When is the correct time to adjust your seat and mirrors?
When is the correct time to adjust your seat and mirrors?
At what age must you wear safety belts or be secured in an approved car safety seat?
At what age must you wear safety belts or be secured in an approved car safety seat?
What do safety belts help you do?
What do safety belts help you do?
What should you do if you see a police officer directing traffic?
What should you do if you see a police officer directing traffic?
You may turn right at a red light if you stop and yield to pedestrians and vehicles.
You may turn right at a red light if you stop and yield to pedestrians and vehicles.
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
What should you do when the traffic light turns yellow?
What should you do when the traffic light turns yellow?
What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?
What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?
When can you go ahead at a green light?
When can you go ahead at a green light?
What does a railroad crossing sign reading 'Exempt' signify?
What does a railroad crossing sign reading 'Exempt' signify?
What do orange colored signs and flags mean?
What do orange colored signs and flags mean?
Where is a yellow pennant NO PASSING ZONE sign placed?
Where is a yellow pennant NO PASSING ZONE sign placed?
What should you do if you see orange signs and cones on the roadway?
What should you do if you see orange signs and cones on the roadway?
What does a red-edged, orange triangular sign mean?
What does a red-edged, orange triangular sign mean?
What do yellow lane markings separate?
What do yellow lane markings separate?
What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center of a two-lane road indicate?
What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center of a two-lane road indicate?
When preparing for a turn into a bicycle lane, when should you move into it?
When preparing for a turn into a bicycle lane, when should you move into it?
What is an HOV traffic lane reserved for?
What is an HOV traffic lane reserved for?
Before entering a roundabout, what should you yield to?
Before entering a roundabout, what should you yield to?
What should you do if you miss your exit on the freeway?
What should you do if you miss your exit on the freeway?
On a multiple lane road, where should you drive if you are driving below the posted speed limit?
On a multiple lane road, where should you drive if you are driving below the posted speed limit?
When is it lawful to pass on the right on a two-lane, two-way road?
When is it lawful to pass on the right on a two-lane, two-way road?
When making a turn at an intersection, what should you do?
When making a turn at an intersection, what should you do?
Where must you turn right on red?
Where must you turn right on red?
When preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street, where should you drive?
When preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street, where should you drive?
When can a driver perform a U-turn?
When can a driver perform a U-turn?
Who always has the right of way?
Who always has the right of way?
At an intersection with stop signs on all corners, who must you yield the right-of-way to?
At an intersection with stop signs on all corners, who must you yield the right-of-way to?
What should you do if you see a person with a guide dog in the street?
What should you do if you see a person with a guide dog in the street?
What should you do if you see a person with a white cane in the middle of the street?
What should you do if you see a person with a white cane in the middle of the street?
If a motorcycle and you are approaching each other at an intersection, who must yield when you plan to turn left?
If a motorcycle and you are approaching each other at an intersection, who must yield when you plan to turn left?
What should you do when an emergency vehicle using its siren and lights approaches?
What should you do when an emergency vehicle using its siren and lights approaches?
What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches while you are in an intersection?
What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches while you are in an intersection?
What must you do when a school bus has stopped on the highway with its flashing red lights on?
What must you do when a school bus has stopped on the highway with its flashing red lights on?
How far away should you stop from a school bus with its red stop lights activated?
How far away should you stop from a school bus with its red stop lights activated?
Which statement is true about vehicles in a funeral procession?
Which statement is true about vehicles in a funeral procession?
When parking your vehicle on a level surface, what should you do?
When parking your vehicle on a level surface, what should you do?
What should you check for before opening the door when parking on a hill?
What should you check for before opening the door when parking on a hill?
Which parking situation is legal?
Which parking situation is legal?
Which parking situation is illegal?
Which parking situation is illegal?
What is the normal speed limit in a school zone when children are present?
What is the normal speed limit in a school zone when children are present?
What is the normal speed limit in a residential area where no speed limits are posted?
What is the normal speed limit in a residential area where no speed limits are posted?
Driving above the speed limit may result in a speeding ticket.
Driving above the speed limit may result in a speeding ticket.
What should you do when looking ahead while driving?
What should you do when looking ahead while driving?
You should look 10-15 seconds ahead to scan the entire scene.
You should look 10-15 seconds ahead to scan the entire scene.
What do drivers who slow down gradually avoid?
What do drivers who slow down gradually avoid?
Before entering an intersection, what should you do?
Before entering an intersection, what should you do?
What should you do when approaching 'blind' intersections?
What should you do when approaching 'blind' intersections?
Before crossing double railroad tracks, what should you wait for?
Before crossing double railroad tracks, what should you wait for?
How often should you check your rear-view mirror?
How often should you check your rear-view mirror?
How should you check the 'blind spot' when changing lanes?
How should you check the 'blind spot' when changing lanes?
What should you do when preparing to turn into a side road or driveway?
What should you do when preparing to turn into a side road or driveway?
What should you do when backing up a car?
What should you do when backing up a car?
What is the best speed for control when backing up a vehicle?
What is the best speed for control when backing up a vehicle?
When should you dim your lights for an oncoming vehicle?
When should you dim your lights for an oncoming vehicle?
What should you do at night to reduce glare when driving through fog?
What should you do at night to reduce glare when driving through fog?
What should parking lights be used for?
What should parking lights be used for?
What should you do if the driver of an oncoming vehicle fails to dim their high beams?
What should you do if the driver of an oncoming vehicle fails to dim their high beams?
When must car headlights be lighted?
When must car headlights be lighted?
What can you do to make sure others see your vehicle?
What can you do to make sure others see your vehicle?
If your windshield wipers are on, your headlights should also be on.
If your windshield wipers are on, your headlights should also be on.
What is the 'blind spot'?
What is the 'blind spot'?
What is the 'No Zone'?
What is the 'No Zone'?
When should turn signals be used?
When should turn signals be used?
What must you do before passing another vehicle on a rural two-lane road?
What must you do before passing another vehicle on a rural two-lane road?
When should you start signaling while turning at an intersection?
When should you start signaling while turning at an intersection?
If you intend to turn 50 feet beyond an intersection, where should you start to signal?
If you intend to turn 50 feet beyond an intersection, where should you start to signal?
What is the best way to warn the car following you when you find a truck stalled in the road?
What is the best way to warn the car following you when you find a truck stalled in the road?
What should you do if your car's turn signals do not work?
What should you do if your car's turn signals do not work?
How should you always travel?
How should you always travel?
What should you do to keep control of your vehicle while in a curve?
What should you do to keep control of your vehicle while in a curve?
What is a special concern when it first starts raining?
What is a special concern when it first starts raining?
Which places usually freeze before the rest of the roadway?
Which places usually freeze before the rest of the roadway?
How can hydroplaning occur?
How can hydroplaning occur?
What is the best way to keep from hydroplaning when the roadway is wet?
What is the best way to keep from hydroplaning when the roadway is wet?
When driving on snow-covered roads, what should you do?
When driving on snow-covered roads, what should you do?
What should you do when approaching a snowplow on a rural highway?
What should you do when approaching a snowplow on a rural highway?
On roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or more, how many feet behind the snowplow should you stay?
On roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or more, how many feet behind the snowplow should you stay?
What should you do on a two-lane roadway when you drive so slowly that you hold up other traffic?
What should you do on a two-lane roadway when you drive so slowly that you hold up other traffic?
As you drive faster, what becomes most important?
As you drive faster, what becomes most important?
Where should defensive drivers keep plenty of space?
Where should defensive drivers keep plenty of space?
What should your minimum following distance be when following another vehicle on the road?
What should your minimum following distance be when following another vehicle on the road?
If a vehicle is close behind you and wants to pass, what should you do?
If a vehicle is close behind you and wants to pass, what should you do?
When should you allow an extra cushion of space?
When should you allow an extra cushion of space?
What should you do if you are being followed too closely?
What should you do if you are being followed too closely?
What should you do if you are driving on a divided roadway with two lanes of traffic going in each direction and another vehicle moves alongside you?
What should you do if you are driving on a divided roadway with two lanes of traffic going in each direction and another vehicle moves alongside you?
What should you do to make room for vehicles entering the freeway?
What should you do to make room for vehicles entering the freeway?
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Study Notes
Vehicle Licensing and Insurance
- All licensed drivers in Wisconsin are required to carry insurance and their valid driver’s license while operating a vehicle.
- New residents with an out-of-state license must apply for a Wisconsin license within 30 days of residency.
Driving Permits and Licenses
- Individuals can obtain a Wisconsin Instruction Permit at the age of 15 and a half.
- Drivers under 18 years old must not have any moving traffic violations in the past six months to qualify for a probationary license.
Traffic Violations and Points
- Accumulating six demerit points within a year results in a warning letter from the DMV.
Fuel Efficiency and Vehicle Maintenance
- Monitoring speed can optimize fuel consumption; avoid quick acceleration except in high-speed scenarios.
- Poor mechanical condition of a vehicle leads to increased operational costs and higher risk of breakdowns.
Vehicle Visibility and Safety
- Headlights and taillights should be inspected regularly to ensure visibility to other drivers.
- Low tire pressure negatively impacts fuel efficiency, while bald tires increase stopping distances.
- All windows must be cleared of snow and ice before driving for optimal visibility.
Safety Regulations
- All occupants, regardless of age, must wear safety belts or use a certified car seat.
- Airbags do not replace the need for safety belts; they must still be worn for added protection.
Traffic Control and Signals
- Follow the directions of police officers regulating traffic.
- You may turn right at red lights after stopping and yielding to pedestrians and other vehicles.
- A solid yellow line on your side indicates no passing is permitted.
Road Signs and Markings
- Flashing red lights mean stop; proceed only when safe.
- Yellow lane markings indicate vehicles traveling in opposite directions.
- Road signs marked with orange indicate the presence of road work and should alert drivers to slow down.
Intersections and Right-of-Way
- At stop sign intersections, yield to the driver who arrived first.
- Pedestrians in crosswalks always have the right of way.
- Emergency vehicles with sirens and lights must be given the right of way.
Parking Regulations
- Parking is prohibited within 20 feet of a school bus with flashing red lights.
- Legal parking requires a minimum distance of 11 feet from a fire hydrant.
- Vehicles should be parked in "PARK" or gear on level surfaces, and drivers should ensure their signals are functioning.
Speed Limits and Road Conditions
- Typical speed limits are 15 mph in school zones and 25 mph in residential areas.
- Drive cautiously when roads are wet or slippery.
- In adverse weather, such as rain or snow, it is important to reduce speed and increase following distance.
Defensive Driving Techniques
- Maintain at least a four-second following distance from the vehicle in front under ideal driving conditions.
- Always check your mirrors and be aware of blind spots when changing lanes.
- To avoid hydroplaning, reduce speed and avoid driving too quickly on wet roads.
Communication and Signaling
- Signaling before lane changes or turns is critical for safety; signals should be given at least three seconds before the action.
- If turn signals fail, use hand signals until repairs are made.
- Use low beams in fog to reduce glare and enhance visibility.
General Safety Practices
- Regularly check blind spots and utilize mirrors for awareness of surrounding traffic.
- Slow down when approaching curves or intersections to maintain control and safety.
- Stay alert for changing traffic conditions and adjust driving practices accordingly.
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