Dmv Flashcards
(90 cards)
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Alleys within a municipal corporation
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speed limit 15
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School Zones during recess and while children are arriving or
leaving school during normal hours of operation
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speed limit 20
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Streets within a municipal corporation
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speed limit 25
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State routes or through highways, except controlled-access
highways within municipal corporations outside business districts
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speed limit 35
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State routes within municipal corporations outside urban districts
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speed limit 50
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Freeways with paved shoulders inside municipal corporations
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speed limit 55
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Rural freeways
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speed limit 70
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A _ traffic light means stop before entering the intersection. You
must wait behind the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection until the
traffic light turns green.
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red
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A _ traffic light indicates the color is about to change to red;
use caution. Prepare to stop.
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yellow
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A green traffic light means you may travel with caution through the
intersection if it is clear to do so. A light marked with a green arrow
indicates you can turn in the direction of the arrow without stopping.
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green
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Slow down and proceed with caution. Be prepared to stop for any traffic flow that may be entering the intersection.
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flashing yellow
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Stop behind a stop line, crosswalk, or intersection before entering
and come to a complete stop. Be sure no traffic is traveling across
your path of travel before entering the intersection.
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flashing red
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Inoperable traffic lights are treated the same as a stop sign. Yield the
right-of-way and use caution while entering the intersection.
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INOPERABLE
TRAFFIC LIGHT
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ALL TRAFFIC IN THIS
LANE MUST STOP
BEFORE PROCEEDING
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Top sign
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OBSERVE POSTED SPEED
LIMIT IN SCHOOL ZONE
DURING RESTRICTED HOURS
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school speed limit 20
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USED AT INTERSECTIONS
OF ONE-WAY ROADS,
& FREEWAY EXIT RAMPS
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do not enter sign
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INDICATES A
ONE-WAY ROAD
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one way sing
->
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STOP ONLY IF OTHER
TRAFFIC IS AFFECTED;
YIELD TO ALL ONCOMING TRAFFIC
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Yield sign
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T in square sign
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INTERSECTION AHEAD;
TURN LEFT OR RIGHT
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2 arrow going opposite direction in square
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TRAFFIC TRAVELS
IN OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS
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VEHICLE NEAREST THE
BRIDGE HAS THE RIGHT OF WAYone
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lane bride sign
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No passing zone sign in triangle
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passing is prohibited
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limited clearance ahead
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12-6 sign in square
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ROAD BRANCHES ahead
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Y sing
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Separates traffic
traveling in the
same direction.
White lines may
be solid or broken
(dashed) lines.
white lines
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Separates traffic traveling
in opposite directions.
YELLOW SOLID LINE
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Do not drive to the left of the
center line, unless you must cross
the lines to turn left or pass a
slow-moving vehicle (e.g., bicycle
or vehicle displaying a slow-
moving vehicle sign).
YELLOW SOLID DOUBLE LINE
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Passing other vehicles is allowed
for motorists traveling in the lane
with the broken line.
Passing is prohibited for motorists
traveling in the lane with the solid
line.
YELLOW SOLID LINE
WITH A BROKEN (DASHED) LINE:
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Vehicles traveling in either
direction may pass vehicles
traveling in the same direction
when safe to do so.
YELLOW BROKEN (DASHED) LINE
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Double solid yellow line
do not pass
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one dash line the left, one solid line the right
don't pass
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one solid line on the left, one dashes line on the right
pass with care
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Slows your ability to process information and respond to the driving
task
reaction time
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the legal drinking age is 21 years or older and it is against the law to operate a motor vehicle with
a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of:
.08% or higher at any age
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it is against the law to operate a motor vehicle with
a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of: higher for commercial drivers
.04%
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it is against the law to operate a motor vehicle with
a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) for or higher when under the age 21
.02%
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Infants and children who are either or both under age_ and weighing less than _ pounds must be properly restrained in a child safety seat while being trans-
ported in a motor vehicle.
4 years
40 lb
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When any child who is at least age 4, but less than age 8,
is being transported in a motor vehicle, the vehicle operator shall have the child properly restrained in _ seat unless the child is__inches in height, or taller.
booster seat
4-foot 9
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When any child at least age _ but not older than age _, is being transported in a motor vehicle, the vehicle operator shall have the child properly restrained with a safety belt
8
15
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should sit in the rear seat of the vehicle to avoid injury from an air bag in the event of a crash.
children age 12 and younger
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Between sunset and sunrise.
* During any period of rain, snow, fog, or other unfavorable atmospheric conditions —
regardless of the time of day.
* At any other time when natural light conditions do not make it possible to clearly see objects 1,000
feet ahead.
* Any time windshield wipers are in use because of precipitation.
headlights must be used
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Move with the flow of traffic, but drive slower with the expectation that you may need to stop at any
time. Keep a consistent distance behind the vehicle in front of you.
* Use low beam headlights (not high beam lights) and keep scanning the area for any potential hazards.
apply when driving in fog
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* Shift your gaze instead of staring.
* If involved in a crash, get your vehicle off the road as soon as safely possible. If the vehicle cannot
move, leave your flashers and lights on and set up flares if possible.
when foggy
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Before entering a curve, reduce speed to a safe speed that allows you to apply
slight and constant acceleration through the curve. Reduce speed more when traction is poor,
when following other vehicles, and when you cannot see the end of the curve.
curves
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Reduce speed at the first sign of rain, snow, sleet, or ice. When the roadway is slip-
pery, your tires do not grip as well. It will take longer to stop, and it will be harder to turn without skid-
ding. If
Slippery Roads
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Hydroplaning occurs when the steering tires start to ride on top of pooled water,
similar to the action of water skis.
hydroplaning
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Do not drive through large bodies of standing water on a road.
If you see a flooded roadway, find another route to get to your destination.
flooded road way
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The rate you are traveling. The faster you are traveling, the more time and distance is needed to
stop.
Speed
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The time and distance it takes you to recognize the need to stop. The average percep-
tion time for an alert driver is 3⁄4 second to 1 second.
Perception Time
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The time and distance it takes for you to react and move your foot from the gas pedal,
and begin applying the brakes. The average driver has a reaction time of 3⁄4 second to 1 second.
Reaction Time
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The time and distance it takes for your brakes to slow and stop a vehicle. At 50 mph
on dry pavement with good brakes, it can take about 158 feet to stop.
Braking Distance
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Use Headlights when
visibility is poor (rain, snow, fog, etc.),
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A vehicle’s horn, when used properly, can be used to get the attention of other road
users. Tap your horn lightly to communicate to others when:
* Pedestrians or bicyclists appear to be moving into your lane of travel.
* Passing a driver who starts to turn into your lane.
* A driver is not paying attention or may have trouble seeing you.
USe horn
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Use _ when changing lanes, when merging into traffic, or when turning left or right. Signal a turn at least 100 feet ahead of the turn. Make sure you cancel your signal to
avoid confusing other drivers.
turn signal
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When you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming, you should:
Stop immediately and let the vehicle pass.
Drive as far toward the right side of the road as is safe and stop.
Proceed slowly and permit the vehicle to pass.
Keep moving slowly, staying to the right side of the road.
Stop immediately and let the vehicle pass.
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ertain highway signs require drivers to obey an indicated instruction. Such signs are known as:
Regulatory signs.
Warning signs.
Information signs.
Guide signs.
regulatory sign
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You want to back out of your driveway. You see children playing nearby. Before you start to move your car, you should:
Rev your engine to warn the children that you are moving.
Sound your horn so the children will hear you.
Walk to the back of the car to be sure the way is clear.
Tell the children to stay away from the driveway.
Walk to the back of the car to be sure the way is clear.
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A leaky exhaust system in your vehicle is dangerous because it can cause:
A loss of hearing.
Pollution.
Carbon monoxide poisoning.
Poor engine performance.
Carbon monoxide poisoning.
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A driver under the age of 21 can be charged with Operating a Vehicle After Underage Consumption if they drive with a minimum blood alcohol content (BAC) of:
0.02 percent.
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If you leave your vehicle unattended, you must:
Turn off the engine.
Lock the ignition and remove the key.
Set the parking brake.
All of the above
all of the above
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During normal weather and traffic conditions, keep a minimum following distance of:
One second.
Two seconds.
Three seconds.
Four seconds
3 seconds
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Guide signs are ____ signs that provide directional and mileage information to drivers.
Yellow
Red
Green
White
green
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When approaching a traffic signal displaying a flashing yellow arrow, drivers:
Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should come to a complete stop.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
Have the right-of-way and may expect oncoming traffic to stop for them.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians
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A single broken yellow line down the center of a two-lane road indicates:
Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are not permitted to pass.
Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.
Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are not permitted to pass.
Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.
Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.
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The most common color of warning signs is:
Red.
Yellow.
Green.
Blue.
yellow
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When meeting a car with blinding headlights, you should:
Use your bright lights until the other vehicle dims theirs.
Flash your lights on and off to warn the other driver.
Dim your lights and then speed up to pass quickly.
Look toward the right side of the road.
Flash your lights on and off to warn the other driver
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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit on freeways with paved shoulders is:
20 mph.
30 mph.
45 mph.
65 mph.
65
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Slow down, be prepared to stop, and, if necessary, yield the right-of-way.
yield sign
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How can you lower the risk of hydroplaning?
Do not speed when the roads are wet.
Use tires with proper air pressure.
Replace tires with bad tread.
All of the above.
All of the above
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An inattentive driver is a driver who:
Stares at objects off the roadway or daydreams while driving.
Maintains eye contact during a conversation with a passenger while driving.
Only watches the vehicle ahead of their vehicle.
All of the above.
All of the above.
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When approaching railroad tracks, you should:
Look, listen, slow down, and be prepared to stop.
Speed up to cross the tracks before the gate is lowered.
Try to drive around a lowered gate.
Not pay attention to how many tracks there are to cross.
Speed up to cross the tracks before the gate is lowered
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When parking uphill on a hill or incline with a curb:
Turn your front wheels sharply toward the curb.
Turn your front wheels slightly to the right.
Turn your front wheels sharply away from the curb.
Keep your front wheels straight
Turn your front wheels sharply away from the curb.
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If you are following a school bus or tank truck, you should:
Pass them on the right.
Decrease your following distance.
Be prepared to stop at all railroad crossings.
Drive in their blind spots.
Be prepared to stop at all railroad crossings
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When is a driver permitted to turn right on a red traffic signal?
When the driver has stopped and verified that the turn will not interfere with crossing traffic.
When signs are clearly posted to allow a right turn on red.
Only at the direction of a police officer.
After first slowing and verifying the turn will not interfere with other traffic and pedestrians.
When the driver has stopped and verified that the turn will not interfere with crossing traffic
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A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means:
Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching.
Look both ways as you cross the intersection.
Always come to a full stop at the intersection.
Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.
Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.
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A work zone:
May be moving or stationary.
Is marked with black and white signs.
Does not require a driver to slow down and pay extra attention.
All of the above.
May be moving or stationary.
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____ limit your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.
Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit can
Alcohol does not
Even the smallest amount of alcohol can
Only a blood alcohol level greater than 0.05 percent can
Even the smallest amount of alcohol can
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This green arrow on a lane use control signal means: pennsylvania-control signal green
may use this lane.
No traffic is allowed in this lane.
You have the right-of-way.
You must merge into this lane.
may use this lane.
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The bridge ahead may be too narrow to meet or pass a truck
narrow bridge sign
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You must pull over to the edge of the road and allow an emergency vehicle to pass:
Regardless of your direction.
Only if it is following you.
Only if it is approaching you from the opposite direction.
None of the above.
Regardless of your direction
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Your vehicle strikes an unattended parked vehicle and you cannot locate the vehicle’s owner. You:
Have done as much as you can.
Must stay until the police arrive.
Must leave a written notice containing your name, your address, and the circumstances of the accident.
May go on your way.
Must leave a written notice containing your name, your address, and the circumstances of the accident.
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It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of:
0.05 percent.
0.08 percent.
0.02 percent.
0.1 percent.
0.08 percent
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From the center lane, which maneuver(s) can you perform?
pennsylvania-center turn lane
You may make left turns.
You may make U-turns.
You may pass slow-moving traffic.
All of the above.
You may make left turns.
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What might happen when alcohol is combined with another drug?
The effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be increased.
Nothing will happen.
The effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be reduced.
The effects of only the alcohol may be reduced.
The effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be increased.
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When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady green arrow, drivers:
Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.
May turn in the direction of the arrow after yielding to traffic and pedestrians already in the intersection.
May drive straight through the intersection.
May turn in the direction of the arrow after yielding to traffic and pedestrians already in the intersection
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Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A solid yellow arrow:
Is never used as a traffic signal.
Has the same meaning as a circular yellow traffic light.
Means that drivers may turn in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Tells drivers that a green arrow is about to be shown.
Is never used as a traffic signal.
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Which of the following is a safe way to drive through a curve?
Slow down as you enter, speed up as you exit.
Maintain a constant speed throughout the curve.
Speed up as you enter, slow down as you exit.
Stay near the right edge of your lane.
Slow down as you enter, speed up as you exit.
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On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by:
Turning on your car radio.
Slowing down.
Stopping at regular intervals for a rest.
Moving your eyes from side to side as you drive.
stopping at regular intervals for a rest
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When passing on a multilane highway:
Be sure the passing lane is clear.
Pass only on the right.
Watch for oncoming traffic.
There is no need to signal.
Be sure the passing lane is clear.
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