Chapter 8

Question 1

What do you need to know about large trucks and buses in order to safely share the road with them?

Answer 1

the limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, stopping distances and maneuverability

Question 2

What must motorists remember when passing a large truck or bus?

Answer 2

there are several no-zones (blind spots) in which the motorist cannot see other vehicles

Question 3

When following a large truck or bus, you should increase following distance so that the driver can:

Answer 3

see the motorist’s vehicle in the rearview mirror

Question 4

You are in a truck’s ____________ or ______________ if you cannot be seen in the rearview mirror

Answer 4

no-zone or blindspot

Question 5

during bad weather, a truck takes how much longer to stop?

Answer 5

as much as 25% longer

Question 6

What three things should you remember when sharing the road with large trucks and buses?

Answer 6

leave space when stopping behind a truck or bus, give more space to a truck making a wide turn, maintain a consistent speed when passing

Question 7

List three groups of people that have the same rights and responsibilities as moving motor vehicles

Answer 7

bicyclists, skateboarders, and inline skaters

Question 8

When turning right, who must a motorist yield to?

Answer 8

pedestrians, bicyclists, inline skaters and skateboarders

Question 9

Pedestrians must obey pedestrian signals and use crosswalks at signalized intersections. What is the penalty for someone under 17 who violates the law?

Answer 9

$22 fine