Lane Changing and Right of Way Rules Flashcards
This deck provides an overview of the rules related to lane changing and right of way.
True or False:
In New York State, you cannot change lanes if the road has double solid lines.
TRUE
Double yellow lines should NOT be crossed. No lane change is allowed unless one needs to turn left to enter or leave the highway or turn into a driveway.
Before changing lanes, why must you quickly look over your shoulder and check for bicycles and in-line skaters through the backside window?
bicycles and in-line skaters are often hard to see
Bicyclists and in-line skaters are often hard to see in traffic or your blind spots. Also, they have no protection from a traffic crash.
Choose the correct option.
As you enter a roundabout, you should slow down and yield the right-of-way to
A. any pedestrian waiting to cross.
B. any car already within the roundabout
C. both of the above
c. both of the above
When you arrive at the roundabout, yield the right-of-way to any pedestrians, bicyclists, and any vehicles that are within the roundabout.
Choose the correct option.
You are at an intersection where there are no signs and the signals are not working. You must yield to the vehicles coming from
A. the left.
B. the right.
C. behind.
B. the right
You are at an intersection where there are no signs and the signals are not working. You must yield to the vehicles coming from the right.
Two cars ‘A’ and ‘B’ approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A’s driver wants to go straight through the intersection, whereas car B’s driver is going to turn right. Who has the right-of-way?
Car B
If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach an uncontrolled intersection at about the same time, the driver who wants to go straight must let the other vehicle complete its turn before entering the intersection.
True or False:
You can change lanes if the solid line on the road turns to a broken (dash) line.
TRUE
Can you change lanes by crossing two solid lines on the road?
No
Two solid unbroken lines indicate a lane barrier. You cannot cross the lines to pass or change lanes.
You are driving on a road that has one solid line marking. How would you react if you see an obstruction in front of you?
change the lane
A road with one solid line marking can be crossed. You may cross this line to change lanes only when there is an obstruction on the road or when traffic conditions make it necessary.
Choose the correct option.
Out of the following, who should have the right-of-way at an unmarked crosswalk?
A. A motorist
B. A pedestrian
C. A skateboarder
D. Both B and C
D. Both B and C
Pedestrians and skateboarders who are legally crossing the road or street at marked or unmarked crossings, like at an intersection, always have the right-of-way.
There is no crosswalk and no traffic signals; you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. For the pedestrian’s safety, what should you do?
Stop and yield to the pedestrian till they cross the street
At an intersection where traffic is not controlled by traffic lights, drivers are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians within any crosswalk, marked or unmarked. Even if there is no crosswalk, yield to the pedestrian.
What should you keep in mind while approaching a traffic circle?
yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the circle and merge when it is safe
True or False:
You should not depend only on your car’s mirrors when preparing to change lanes.
TRUE
Never depend on your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes. Even correctly adjusted mirrors will leave “blind spots” behind both sides of your vehicle.
Choose the correct option.
Before you change lanes, you should glance over your shoulder and
A. speed up to merge into the traffic.
B. always slow down into the next traffic lane.
C. ensure that no drivers are attempting to drive into the same spot from a different lane.
C. ensure that no drivers are attempting to drive into the same spot from a different lane.
Before changing lanes, it is very important to check behind you. You should look over your shoulder to ensure that no drivers are attempting to drive into the same spot from a different lane.
You want to turn left at an intersection ahead as it is a green light for you, however, the traffic headed toward you is so heavy that it is difficult for you to take a left turn. What would you do?
yield the-right-of-way, wait for the traffic to clear off
You should yield the right-of-way to the traffic at the intersection, and when the traffic headed toward you clears or stops for a red light, complete your turn when you can do so safely.
When two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither vehicle can pass, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way?
the vehicle facing downhill
The vehicle facing downhill must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going uphill can pass. The vehicle facing downhill has better control when backing up the hill.
If you intend to leave a parking lot and turn left, to which vehicles would you have to yield?
yield to vehicles approaching from both directions
True or False:
At an intersection where traffic is not controlled by traffic signal lights, you can make eye contact with a driver as that means that the driver will yield the right-of-way.
FALSE
You still run the risk of being hit. You should yield the right-of-way to the vehicle before you at the intersection where traffic is not controlled by traffic signal lights.
True or False:
If you have the right-of-way at a highway, it means it is your complete right.
FALSE
If you have the right-of-way, do not think of it as a complete right. Be prepared to yield the right-of-way to other highway users.
Choose the correct option.
While inside a roundabout, you should
A. remain in your lane until you are ready to exit.
B. change lanes until you are ready to exit.
C. stop until you are ready to exit.
A. remain in your lane until you are ready to exit.
While inside the roundabout, remain in your lane until you are ready to exit. Use your right turn signal to let the other users know your intention to move from the “inside path” to the “outside path”, or if you are in position to exit now.
Mention two things to keep in mind while driving on an expressway?
Be mindful of the following things while driving on an expressway:
- signal all lane changes
- avoid cutting off any vehicles behind you
True or False:
Turn off your directional signals once you have changed your lane.
TRUE
What would you do to avoid any last-minute lane change?
To prevent a last-minute lane change, check the destination and exit signs and get into the correct lane for your exit ahead of time.
What does the special right-of-way law allow blind pedestrians to do?
go across the road with a guide dog or a white or metal cane
A special right-of-way law allows blind pedestrians to go across the road with a guide dog or a white or metal cane.
What must you ensure before passing on the right on multi-lane roads like expressways?
Ensure the following things before passing on the right on an expressway:
- Use the correct signals for the lane change
- Look over your right shoulder for other vehicles
True or False:
After passing on the right on multi-lane roads, you would make sure to quickly look over your left shoulder and signal before you return to the left lane.
TRUE
True or False:
You should always signal when changing lanes.
TRUE
Your turn signals should always be used when you make any movement to the left or right.
A highway user who was making frequent or quick lane changes without signaling confronts you and is following you. In such a case, where should you drive to first?
Drive to the nearest police station.
In the given case, the highway user who is making frequent or quick lane changes without a signal is an aggressive driver. Since that driver is following you, DON’T stop or get out of your vehicle. Drive to the nearest police station.
What must you keep in mind about traffic lanes in work zones?
Traffic lanes can shift or be completely closed.
If you enter a work zone, you should check for signs and boards that indicate closure or shifting of lanes.
A motorist is driving on a one-way street that has NO bicycle lane. If you cannot change lanes to pass a bicyclist, what should you do?
give as much space to the right as possible for the bicyclist
The motorist should slow down and give as much space to the right as possible for the bicyclist because there is no bicycle lane and the bicyclist will have to remain near the right curb or edge of the road.
True or False:
Though you are not required to yield the right-of-way to the personal vehicle of volunteer firefighters, you may yield as a courtesy if you can safely do so.
TRUE
What safety tip would you follow when you have to change lanes quickly or pull over?
Leave some “escape” room to your left and right.
If it is essential to change lanes quickly or pull over to avoid a hazard, you should leave some “escape” room to your left and right.
Choose the correct option.
If you are on a six-lane highway and driving in front of a truck, which of the following is the CORRECT way to change lanes?
A. Overtake other vehicles and change your lane.
B. Blast your horn to alert the truck driver and other motorists.
C. Use turn signals well before changing lanes and carefully change your lane.
C. Use turn signals well before changing lanes and carefully change your lane.
Choose the correct option.
If you are driving behind a motorcycle, you must
A. Allow the motorcycle to use a complete lane.
B. Drive on the shoulder beside the motorcycle as the motorcycle is to one side.
C. Allow the motorcycle to use only half a lane.
D. Move in the same lane where the motorcycle is driving.
A. Allow the motorcycle to use a complete lane.
You should give the motorcycle the same full-lane width as other vehicles are allowed. Never move into the same lane space as a motorcycle, even if the lane is wide and the motorcycle is to one side.
How can you identify a blind pedestrian to whom you must yield the right-of-way?
The person might be with a guide dog or a metallic or white cane.
Blind or partially blind pedestrians may carry a white cane or use the assistance of a guide dog. You must always yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian who is using a guide dog or carrying a white cane or a metallic cane.
What is the best way to merge into an expressway?
Use the ramp to accelerate to expressway speed and blend with traffic.
Fill in the blank.
Move away from the ____ lane when you approach the entrances to allow more room for traffic entering the expressway from the ramp.
right
Move away from the right lane when you approach the entrances to allow more room for traffic entering the expressway from the ramp.
True or False:
You must yield the right-of-way to any police vehicle, fire engine, ambulance, or other emergency vehicles.
True
Choose the correct option.
Which of the following is an example of lane blocking?
A. Yielding to the right for any vehicle that wants to pass
B. Driving to a collision scene for sight-seeing purposes
C. Riding a slow-moving or a horse-drawn vehicle
B. Driving to a collision scene for sight-seeing purposes
True or False.
All vehicles approaching a YIELD-RIGHT-OF-WAY sign shall observe the right-of-way rules.
TRUE
True or False:
Vehicles and people taking part in a funeral procession have the right-of-way.
TRUE
How many points would you incur for violating the right-of-way rules as per the DMV point system?
Three points
Choose the correct option.
Class A mopeds are allowed to drive in which of the following lane?
- Left lane
- Right lane
- Any lane
Any lane
Class B and C mopeds can be driven only on the right lane of the traffic, as far to the right as possible. Class A mopeds are allowed to drive in any lane and any section of a lane.
How many motorcycles are allowed to ride side by side on a single lane?
two
A maximum of two motorcycles can share a lane while riding side by side.
