Lane Changing and Right of Way Rules Flashcards
This deck provides an overview of the rules related to lane changing and right of way.
If a motorist driving on lane 2 wants to slow down, to which lane should he or she shift?
to slow down, shift right to lane 3
A vehicle should change lanes depending on its speed. Lane 2 is suitable for vehicles running at a medium pace.
A vehicle should shift:
left to lane 1 if it increases speed.
right to lane 3 if it has to slow down.
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.
True or False:
A person on a skateboard is considered a pedestrian.
TRUE
A pedestrian is a person on foot or who uses a conveyance like roller skates, skateboard, etc., other than a bicycle.
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If you are towing a vehicle or driving a bus, you should drive on the lane closest to the _________ edge of the road.
If you are towing a vehicle or driving a bus, you should drive on the lane closest to the right edge of the road.
If you are towing a vehicle or driving a bus, you should drive on the lane closest to the right edge of the road.
Why would you drive into a special “turnout” lane?
to allow cars behind you to pass
Special “turnout” areas or lanes are sometimes marked on two-lane roads. Drive into these areas to allow cars behind you to pass.
What rules of driving should a motorist follow before changing lanes?
Before changing lanes, signal, look in all your mirrors, and:
- Check traffic behind and beside you.
- Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to make sure the lane you want is clear.
- Check for vehicles, motorcyclists, and bicycle traffic in your blind spot.
- Be sure there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.
How do you safely take a right turn?
look over your right shoulder, slow down, take the turn
Before turning right, look over your right shoulder to scan for bicyclists/motorcyclists and pedestrians. Slow down your vehicle and take the right turn.
Which lane in the image below would you use if you are traveling at a high speed?
the left lane (the lane numbered 1)
What should a motorist do before crossing the yield lines?
Stop and give way to traffic and pedestrians
Which side of the road would you move to when stopped by an enforcement officer?
the right shoulder of the road
What can happen if a driver waits until all the lanes are clear before changing lanes?
traffic delays or a collision
Who has the right-of-way in marked or unmarked crosswalks?
pedestrians
True or False:
You should give the right of way to emergency vehicles at all times.
FALSE
You should give the right of way to emergency vehicles when their sirens and lights are on.
When must you drive into turnout areas or lanes to let the vehicles behind you pass?
Use the turnout lanes to let the vehicles behind you pass when:
- you are driving slowly on a two-lane highway or road where passing is unsafe
- five or more vehicles are following you
What three scenarios requires a driver to change lanes?
A driver changes lanes when he/she is:
- Switching to a new lane
- Entering and exiting the freeway
- Entering the road from a curb or shoulder
When are motorists allowed to drive in a bike lane?
Motorists can use the bike lane when they have to:
- park
- enter or leave a roadway
- prepare for a turn from an intersection
When can you drive your vehicle on a sidewalk?
when entering or leaving a driveway or alley
What should drivers ensure before using the left lane to pass a vehicle?
ensure the left lane is free from traffic
In California, can you drive or cross over the dividing section on a roadway?
No
California Vehicle Code (CVC) 21651 (a) prohibits drivers from driving on or crossing over the dividing section on a divided roadway.
What is Lane Straddling?
Lane Straddling refers to driving over a marked line as opposed to driving in between two marked lines.
Lane Straddling is an offense under CVC 21658.
Which lane should you change to if you need to reduce to a speed slower than the normal traffic?
the right-hand lane of the roadway
When turning left from a multi-lane one-way road onto another one-way road, you must start your turn from which lane?
from the far left lane
Which lane should you drive in when preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street?
To make a left turn from a two-way street:
- Begin in the lane closest to the centerline and
- Start your turn just before the front of your car reaches the center of the intersection.
You are going uphill on a steep road. What should you do if you meet another vehicle moving downhill?
wait for the vehicle to back up until you can pass safely
The vehicle facing downhill must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going uphill can pass.
Name a few situations where it is illegal to pass other vehicles on the left lane.
Do not pass a vehicle on the left lane when:
- approaching within 100 feet of a railroad crossing
- approaching within 100 feet of an intersection.
- your view is obstructed within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel
- approaching the top of a grade, or on a curve
Choose the correct option.
When is it safe to return to a lane after passing?
- When other drives make room for you, or
- When you have time to pass several vehicles at once, or
- When you see both headlights in your rearview mirror
3. when you see both headlights in your rearview mirror
When you can see both headlights of the vehicle you just passed in your rearview mirror, you may have enough room to return to your driving lane. Don’t try to pass several vehicles at once or wait for other drivers will make room for you.
Choose the correct option.
Which of the following statement about lane changing is true?
A. Look over your left shoulder for a left lane change and your right shoulder for a right lane change.
B. You only need to look over your right shoulder irrespective of a left or right lane change.
A. Look over your left shoulder for a left lane change and your right shoulder for a right lane change.
True or False:
You must use your turn signals while changing lanes.
TRUE
Which lane in this image is the best for a motorcyclist?
There is no ‘best lane position’ for a motorcyclist.
Position yourself in the lane that allows the most visibility and space around you.
Can a motorcyclist use a carpool lane?
yes unless otherwise posted
A carpool lane or high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane is a special freeway lane used only for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or vehicles with low-emission decals.
