Chapter 4 - Your Driving Flashcards
(126 cards)
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At intersections controlled by ordinary traffic signals, pedestrians…
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…must obey the same signals as drivers traveling in the same direction. Pedestrians should not start to cross during a red or yellow signal.
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When crossing with a green signal, pedestrians…
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…have the right of way over all vehicles, including those turning across the paths of the pedestrians.
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If a traffic signal changes to yellow or red while any pedestrian remains in the street…
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…drivers must allow the pedestrian to complete the crossing safely.
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The law gives a blind pedestrian special consideration at an intersection where there are no traffic signals when…
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…the pedestrian extends a white cane, or a white cane with a red tip or has a guide dog.
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At intersections where “Walk” or “Don’t Walk” signals are operating…
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…pedestrians must obey them rather than regular traffic signals.
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Pedestrians crossing with special pedestrian signals have the right of way…
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…just as they do while crossing with a green light.
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If you are moving through an intersection with a green signal and a pedestrian starts to cross in your path against the red signal…
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…give a warning with your horn.
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The law requires drivers to use the horn whenever a pedestrian…
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…may be affected by a turn, stop or start from a parked position.
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If the pedestrian does not stop…
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…the driver must.
10
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The safe driver yields right of way to a pedestrian…
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…whether the pedestrian is entitled to it or not.
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At intersections without traffic signals, pedestrians…
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…have the right of way if they are in marked crosswalks or in unmarked crosswalks formed by imaginary lines extending from the sidewalks across the streets.
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If a vehicle driver does not properly signal vehicle movements to a motorcycle operator and causes the motorcycle to change lanes or leave the roadway…
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…the vehicle driver will be charged and fined as the law provides.
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When a vehicle driver does not properly signal vehicle movements to a motorcycle operator and causes the motorcycle to change lanes or leave the roadway and these actions result in a crash causing property damage or personal injury…
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…the driver will be charged and fined as the law provides.
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The maximum speed limit for a school bus is…
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…45 miles per hour.
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School bus drivers travel over…and transport almost…children each school day.
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…half a million…three quarters of a million…
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School buses generally operate between…and….
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…7 - 9 a.m….2 - 4 p.m….
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When a school bus displays its mechanical stop signal or flashing red lights to receive or discharge passengers, the driver of any other vehicle approaching the school bus must…
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…stop and not attempt to pass the school bus until the mechanical stop signal is withdrawn, the flashing red lights are turned off and the bus has started to move.
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Children waiting for the bus or leaving the bus might…
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…dart out into traffic.
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When school bus stops on a two-lane roadway for passengers…
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…all traffic from both directions must stop.
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When school bus stops for passengers on a two-lane roadway with a center turning lane…
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…all traffic from both directions must stop.
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When school bus stops for passengers on a four-lane roadway without a median separation…
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…all traffic from both directions must stop.
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When school bus stops for passengers on a divided highway of four lanes or more with a median separation…
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…only traffic following the bus must stop.
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When school bus stops for passengers on a roadway of four lanes or more with a center turning lane…
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…only traffic following the bus must stop.
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When do police cars, ambulances, fire engines and rescue vehicles with flashing lights and sirens have the right of way?
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Always.
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If an emergency vehicle approaches (from ahead or behind)...
...drive to the right-hand curb or edge of the road and stop completely. Remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed, or until directed to move by a traffic officer.
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All vehicles, regardless of direction of travel, must yield right of way to an approaching emergency vehicle. This does not apply to...
...vehicles traveling in the opposite direction of the emergency vehicle(s) when traveling on a four-lane limited access highway with a center median.
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Do not park within...of an emergency vehicle that has stopped to investigate an accident or to give assistance.
...100 feet...
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Do not drive or park closer than...from fire trucks responding to a fire alarm.
...one block...
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Never drive a motor vehicle over a...
...fire hose.
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An emergency vehicle is any...
...police, fire department, ambulance, rescue squad or public service vehicle that is being used to assist motorists or law enforcement officers with wrecked or disabled vehicles.
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When approaching any authorized emergency vehicle that is parked or standing within...feet of the roadway with the emergency warning lights activated, a driver is required to...
...12...On a highway with at least two lanes of traffic in the same direction you are traveling, you must move your vehicle into a lane that is not the lane nearest the parked or standing emergency vehicle and continue traveling in that lane until safely clear of the emergency vehicle. On a highway with only one lane of traffic in the same direction you are traveling, you must slow your speed and drive at a reduced, safe speed until completely past the emergency vehicle.
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If stopped by a law enforcement officer on a standard dual-lane highway...
...ALWAYS pull to the right and off the travel portion of the highway.
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If stopped by a law enforcement officer on a highway, with two or more lanes of traffic in the same direction, a driver should...
...pull his vehicle onto the most feasible shoulder of the highway in a safe manner.
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If stopped by a law enforcement officer, upon bringing the vehicle to a stop, the driver should...
...remain seated in the vehicle and place the vehicle in the "parked" position, preferably with the vehicle in the "off" position. With power locks and windows more prevalent, the engine may have to be left running. Activate the vehicle's hazard lights or emergency flashers.
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If stopped by a law enforcement officer at night...
...activate the vehicle's interior lights.
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To assist in communicating with a law enforcement officer...
...turn off your car radio.
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While a law enforcement officer approaches your vehicle...
...place both hands on the steering wheel.
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To allow a law enforcement officer a clear view of the vehicle...
...the passengers should place their hands in their lap or on their knees.
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Once the officer approaches the vehicle...
...lower your window so you can communicate with the officer.
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Once the officer approaches the vehicle, do not...
...talk on your cell phone, exit the vehicle or have other parties exit the vehicle unless instructed by the officer.
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While the officer is approaching the vehicle, do not...
...move around in the vehicle, reach under the seats or enter the glove box or center console. Basically, refrain from unnecessary movement.
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In some cases, when being stopped by a law enforcement officer, the violator may...
...continue to drive a short distance until they reach the first "safe haven" or well-lit area as determined by the law enforcement officer.
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The distance a violator may continue to drive is based upon...
...the violation committed or the law enforcement officer's observation of the motorist's driving ability.
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When driving to the first "safe haven" or well-lit area...
...the vehicle's hazard lights or emergency flashers should be activated.
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Most of the crashes that involve farm equipment occur...
...on a clear day, during daylight hours, and/or on a dry surface that is paved.
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Typical crashes with farm equipment include...
...sideswipes and angle crashes.
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Sideswipes and angle crashes with farm equipment typically occur when...
...farm equipment is turning left and another vehicle attempts to pass. In some cases, a machinery operator uses a left-hand signal, and drivers may mistake this as a sign for them to pass. When the farm machinery slows to make the turn, the vehicle following attempts to pass and crashes with the equipment.
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Farm equipment may be wider than...
...what is visible from behind and may require ample space in both lanes. Furthermore, it may also be difficult to see traffic approaching in the opposite direction.
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The key to safety when sharing the road with farm equipment is...
...to be patient.
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The only advisable time to pass farm equipment is...
...if the operator moves off the road and allows the traffic to pass.
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During the harvesting and planting seasons...
...farmers work longer hours and are often on the road in the early morning and evening hours.
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Farm equipment is required to have...
...one front white light as well as a rear red light that is visible for up to 500 feet. Two red reflectors that are at least four inches in diameter can replace the rear red light.
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When approaching farm equipment, the closure time is...
...much quicker because of the slow speed of the equipment.
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Farm equipment is legally entitled to travel...
...on most roads in North Carolina, except interstates.
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Every vehicle in a funeral procession must...
...have its headlights on, and the hazard warning signals must also be on, if so equipped.
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The operator of the lead vehicle of a funeral procession must...
...comply with all traffic-control signals.
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When the lead vehicle in a funeral procession has crossed an intersection in accordance with the traffic control sign or signal, or when directed to do so by a law enforcement officer or funeral director, or when being led by a law enforcement vehicle, all vehicles in the funeral procession...
...may proceed through the intersection without stopping, while using extra care towards other vehicles or pedestrians.
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All vehicles in a funeral procession must...
...be driven on the right side of the road and shall follow the vehicle ahead as closely as reasonable and prudent.
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The driver of a vehicle going in the the opposite direction as a funeral procession may...
...yield to the procession. If the driver chooses to yield, the driver must do so by reducing speed, or by stopping completely off the roadway so that drivers of other vehicles proceeding in the opposite direction of the procession can continue to travel without leaving their lane of traffic.
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The driver of a vehicle traveling in the same direction as the funeral procession shall not...
...pass or attempt to pass the funeral procession, except that the operator of such a vehicle may pass a funeral procession when the highway has been marked for two or more lanes of moving traffic in the same direction as the funeral procession.
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The driver of a vehicle shall not knowingly...
...drive between vehicles in a funeral procession. When a funeral procession is proceeding through a red light, the driver of a vehicle that is not in the procession shall not enter the intersection even if facing a green light, unless it can be done safely and without crossing the path of the procession.
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Driving on the left side of the road is legal only...
...in some cases, such as on one-way streets and while passing.
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When you are moving slower than the posted speed limit in a multi-lane highway, drive in the extreme right lane unless...
...you are passing, turning left or avoiding an obstruction.
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The speed at which you drive determines...
...the distance required to stop your vehicle.
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Stopping distance also depends on...
...your reaction time.
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Stopping distances are longer at higher speeds because...
...a vehicle travels farther during a driver's reaction time, and it takes more braking distance to come to a full stop.
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Even with ideal conditions, if you are traveling 55 miles per hour, your vehicle requires approximately...to stop completely.
...211 feet...
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Each additional mile traveled per hour reduces...
...the driver's ability to control the vehicle.
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Speed increases the likelihood that...
...a crash will result in serious injury or death.
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If you must drive slower, you should still...
...observe the posted minimum speed limit. At places where it is unsafe to pass, the slow driver forces other drivers to creep along behind or take unnecessary risks while trying to pass.
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Very slow driving is especially dangerous...
...just after you have passed the crest of a hill or rounded a curve. Faster-moving vehicles can crash into the slower vehicle before they can slow down. For this reason, watch for slow-moving vehicles such as heavy trucks or farm vehicles.
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If traffic is collecting behind you, it is wise to...
...pull over to the side of the road, stop and allow the vehicles to pass.
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Studies show that the vehicle moving at a speed considerably below the posted limit...
...is much more likely to cause or be involved in a crash than the vehicle moving at a normal speed.
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Never drive faster than...
...the posted speed limit or at a speed that is unreasonable or unwise given the existing conditions.
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What is it called when you allow a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you?
The "two-second rule."
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The faster you are moving...
...the farther ahead you must be able to see to allow enough distance for stopping.
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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit is...in cities and towns.
...35 mph...
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To be a safe driver, you must often drive...than the posted limit, but you should never drive...
...slower...faster...
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What is the maximum speed limit for buses?
45 mph
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What is the maximum speed limit for school activity buses?
55 mph
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What is the maximum speed limit outside cities and towns?
65 mph
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What is the maximum speed limit for interstates?
70 mph
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What is the best way to handle a curve?
1. Slow down before you enter the curve so that you will not need to brake while you are in the curve.
2. Gradually increase your speed to maintain the traction necessary for good control of the vehicle as you round the curve.
3. If you must brake in the curve, apply the brakes gradually until you are sure it is safe to keep continuous pressure on the brake pedal.
4. Begin to turn the vehicle just prior to the point where the road begins to turn.
5. Stay on your side of the road and drive as far to the right as you can.
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If you encounter a curve while traveling downhill...
1. Consider the pull of gravity.
2. Shift to a lower gear before moving downhill.
3. Begin to brake earlier and approach the curve more slowly than you would on a level roadway.
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For right turns...
...stay close to the right edge of the road, so that another vehicle cannot move between your vehicle and the curb. Reduce the vehicle's speed before making the turn and then accelerate slightly.
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What are especially hard to see during turns?
Motorcycles and bicycles. Always give the proper signal and look before turning to make sure that you can turn safely.
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Following too closely is...
...a leading cause of traffic crashes. Maintain plenty of space between your vehicle and the one ahead.
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If the vehicle ahead of you stops suddenly...
...you will need time to react. On the open road, keep enough distance between you and the vehicle ahead so that a passing vehicle can safely move into and occupy the space. Remember to follow the "two-second rule."
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The "two-second rule"...
...says that you should allow two seconds between the time the vehicle ahead of you passes a given point and the time your vehicle reaches the same point.
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Changing lanes...
On a highway with multiple lanes of traffic, check the lane you are changing to, as well as the lane beyond, to be certain that another vehicle is not planning to move into the same space.
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Important rules about changing lanes?
Check the side and rear-view mirrors; check over your shoulder to be certain the blind spot is clear; signal your intended movement in advance; and proceed with changing lanes.
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What are the steps involved in passing?
1. Look ahead and behind to determine when it is safe to pass.
2. If it is safe to pass, signal to alert the drivers ahead and behind you of your intention so they can plan their moves accordingly.
3. Blow the horn to signal the driver ahead.
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The horn signal...
...places the driver of the vehicle you are passing under a legal obligation to help you pass.
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While passing...
...be sure you have plenty of room and keep a steady speed.
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You cannot pass safely unless...
...you can see far enough ahead to ensure that you can get back to the original lane of travel before you meet oncoming traffic.
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The law requires the passing driver to...
...pass at least two feet to the left of the vehicle being passed.
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You have not passed safely if...
...the vehicle you have passed must slow down to allow you back into your correct lane.
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Places where passing is always unsafe and usually illegal?
1. At intersection in cities and towns or at railroad crossings.
2. At marked intersections in rural areas.
3. On any curve or hill where the driver cannot see at least 500 feet ahead.
4. Wherever there is a solid yellow line in the driver's lane.
5. Wherever there is a double-solid yellow line.
6. At intersections or crosswalks where a vehicle has stopped to allow people to cross the street.
7. Wherever the driver cannot see that the road is clear of traffic far enough ahead to pass safely.
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Passing on the right...
...is against the law except in areas where it is specifically permitted.
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Passing on the right places your vehicle...
...on the blind side of the vehicle you are passing.The vehicle you are passing could unexpectedly make a right turn or pull over to the right side of the road.
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Exceptions where passing on the right is allowed?
1. On highways having at least two lanes traveling in each direction.
2. On one-way streets where all lanes of traffic move in the same direction.
3. When passing a vehicle that is in the left-hand turn lane.
4. When driving in a lane set aside for right turns.
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On three-lane highways, you must not...
...pass except in the center lane, and then only where the center lane is marked for passing in your direction. Exception: when the vehicle in the center lane is making a left turn.
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When your vehicle is being passed...
...you are required to help the other driver to pass.
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If the driver of the passing vehicle blows the horn...
...move to the right edge of the road. Never increase your speed.
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If you increase speed and fail to give way to a passing vehicle...
...you will be charged with a misdemeanor if a crash occurs resulting in bodily injury or property damage.
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Rules to follow when backing your vehicle...
1. Before entering your vehicle, check behind it for small objects or children - once you are in the driver's seat it is hard to see them.
2. To maintain a full view of what is behind the vehicle, steer with your left hand and look over your right shoulder through the back window - do not depend on mirrors alone or looking through the side window.
3. Back very slowly, not more than 10 miles per hour - your vehicle is harder to control and to stop when it is backing.
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Always park on the...
...right side of the road, except on one-way streets.
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Before pulling out from a parallel parking space...
...check for approaching traffic and give a left-turn signal, unless you are parked on the left side of a one-way street.
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If you are driving and notice that a vehicle ahead of you is pulling out from a parallel parking space...
...slow down and be prepared to stop.
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Should you park at an intersection or in front of a driveway?
No.
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Should you park within 25 feet of the curb line of an intersecting street or within 15 feet of the intersecting right-of-way lines if there is no curb?
No.
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Should you park on a crosswalk, sidewalk, or bridge?
No.
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Should you park on the paved or primary travel portion of any highway?
No. Parking on the shoulder is also against the law unless the parked vehicle can be seen by approaching drivers from both directions for distance of at least 200 feet.
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Should you double park (on the road way side of another vehicle)?
No.
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Should you park where there are no parking signs?
No.
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Should you park within one block of a fire or fire truck in city limits or within 400 feet of a fire or fire truck outside the city?
No.
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Should you park anywhere within the right-of-way of an interstate highway?
No, except in designated parking areas or in cases of emergencies.
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Should you park in parking spaces designated for handicap/disabled use?
No, unless your vehicle is displaying the handicap license plate or disability parking placard.
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What is it called when intersections have roads crossing each other at different levels?
Interchanges, and the method of turning at the specially designed intersections may vary.
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What should you do as you approach an interchange?
Slow down and give careful attention to the signs that direct you about how to make the turn.
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What is an intersection?
Any place where two or more roads meet or cross each other.
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Where do crashes occur most?
Intersections.
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What is the most dangerous place on the street or highway?
An intersection.
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More than one third of fatal traffic crashes involving motor vehicles occur…
… At intersections.
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On the four-lane highway's separated by median of more than 30 feet…
… Each crossing constitutes a separate intersection.
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The law requires that you slow down when you come to an intersection…
… Even if you have the right-of-way.
