Learner’s Written Test Flashcards

Question

Who is required by law to wear a seat belt while in a moving vehicle?

Answer 1

**All occupants** In Maryland, all occupants of a moving vehicle are required to use properly fastened seat belts. If a passenger is under the age of 16 and is not wearing a seat belt, the driver will be fined.

Answer 2

**4 feet, 9 inches** Maryland law requires children who are under the age of eight and less than 4 feet, 9 inches in height to be seated in federally-approved child safety seats while in moving vehicles.

Answer 3

**Three to four seconds** Under ideal driving conditions, a driver should maintain a minimum following distance of three or four seconds. When driving in conditions that are less than ideal, or when following a vehicle that will be making regular stops, the driver should increase their following distance.

Answer 4

**Refuses to submit to a chemical test** By operating a vehicle on Maryland roadways, a driver automatically consents to taking a test determining their blood alcohol concentration (BAC). If a driver refuses the test, their license will be suspended or revoked for a period of time.

Answer 5

**If they are making an emergency call** It is against the law for a driver, holding a learner's permit or provisional license, to make a phone call while operating a vehicle, except in the event of an emergency. It is against the law for drivers of any age to read or send text messages while driving.

Answer 6

**May talk on a hands-free cell phone while driving** A driver who is age 18 or older may use a hands-free cell phone to have a conversation while driving. No driver of any age is permitted to use a handheld cell phone while driving unless it is to report an emergency

Answer 7

**Under no circumstances** In the state of Maryland, it is against the law for any driver to use a cell phone to send or read text messages while driving. Any use of handheld cell phones while driving is prohibited, unless it is to report an emergency

Answer 8

**Controlling a vehicle to avoid a crash** Defensive driving is controlling a vehicle as necessary to avoid any crashes. Driving defensively requires a driver to constantly manage risks while observing their surroundings.

Answer 9

**Constantly observe your surroundings to all sides** To drive defensively, a driver should be constantly aware of their surroundings and be prepared to change speed or road position at any time. To do this, a driver must observe the surroundings on every side of their vehicle.

Answer 10

**Consider risk management at all times** Driving a motor vehicle presents dangerous risks. To minimize the risks, you should constantly use risk management techniques, such as communicating with other drivers by using your turn signals, responding to road conditions in real time, and otherwise generally driving with caution.

Answer 11

**Is unwise** Driving defensively means that a driver avoids crashes by anticipating problems before they happen. A good defensive driver will never assume that other drivers are going to do what they should to drive safely. A driver should be prepared to respond to unsafe situations at any time.

Answer 12

Lanes are moving in the same direction and passing is not permitted. ## Footnote White lines between lanes of traffic indicate that traffic is moving in the same direction, and solid lines between lanes of traffic means passing is not permitted. Double solid white lines are often found separating HOV lanes from other lanes of traffic and should never be crossed by drivers.

Answer 13

A reversible lane. ## Footnote Double broken yellow lines indicate the edge of a reversible lane. When driving next to double broken yellow lines, look for signs that direct the flow of traffic and make sure you are traveling in the correct direction.

Answer 14

Extend lanes through intersections. ## Footnote Dotted yellow or white lines are used to extend lanes through intersections. A dotted line will be the same color as the line that is being extended.

Answer 15

Reduces a driver's ability to maneuver their vehicle around obstacles, corners, and curves. ## Footnote Driving at a speed faster than the posted maximum speed limit is dangerous and is not worth the risk. Speeding can greatly reduce a driver's ability to maneuver their vehicle around obstacles, corners, and curves.

Answer 16

10-story building ## Footnote Excessive speeding greatly increases the impact of a crash. If your car hit a solid, stationary object while traveling at 60 mph, it would have the same impact as an object hitting the ground after falling from a 10-story building.

Answer 17

Reasonable and prudent ## Footnote According to the Maryland Vehicle Law, drivers must only operate their vehicles at a speed that is reasonable and prudent. This means that although a driver should never drive faster than the maximum posted speed limit, they should drive more slowly than the posted speed limit any time conditions require it.

Answer 18

Decrease their speed ## Footnote Drivers should exercise extra caution in some driving scenarios. They should decrease their speed when driving near a shopping center, in a parking lot, or in a downtown area.

Answer 19

Drive more slowly ## Footnote A driver should consistently adjust their driving in order to operate at a speed that is reasonable and prudent at all times. If the driver is near a school, playground, or residential area, it is safest to decrease their speed and watch for children and other pedestrians near the road.

Answer 20

Vehicle crashes ## Footnote Excessive speed contributes to high numbers of vehicle crashes. Drivers should only ever travel at speeds that are reasonable and prudent.

Answer 21

Slow down and pass with at least three feet of clearance. ## Footnote If you need to pass a bicycle being ridden on the road, on the shoulder, or in a bike lane, you should slow down and pass while putting at least three feet between your vehicle and the bicycle. Be especially cautious when passing a bicycle because a bicycle crash comes with an increased risk of injury or death.

Answer 22

Four or five seconds. ## Footnote Under ideal driving conditions, a driver should maintain a minimum following distance of three or four seconds. However, when following a vehicle that will be making regular stops, the driver should increase their following distance to at least four or five seconds.

Answer 23

Illegal to either drink from or possess open containers of alcohol. ## Footnote Open containers of alcohol are not permitted to be in the passenger area of any moving vehicle. This includes space in the vehicle that can be occupied by the driver or any passenger.

Answer 24

Under no circumstances. ## Footnote Open containers of alcohol are not permitted to be in the passenger area of any moving vehicle. This includes space in the vehicle that can be occupied by the driver or any passenger.

Answer 25

Jail time and fines may be doubled if children were present in the car at the time of the traffic stop. ## Footnote Driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol is both illegal and dangerous. If a driver is stopped for impaired driving and children are present in the vehicle, the driver may face jail time and/or fines that are double the usual penalty.

Answer 26

Alcohol can negatively affect someone's ability to drive even if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is lower than 0.08 percent. ## Footnote Alcohol can negatively affect someone's ability to drive after just one drink. A person can face criminal penalties for driving while impaired by alcohol even if their BAC is still below the legal limit at the time of a traffic stop.

Answer 27

It may be a good idea to pull off the road and turn on your emergency four-way flashers. ## Footnote When driving in fog, you should decrease your speed and use your low beam headlights. If you are caught in thick fog that lowers visibility and creates conditions that are too dangerous for driving, you should safely pull off the road and park while using your four-way emergency flashers.

Answer 28

Decrease your speed. ## Footnote Any time you experience lowered visibility while driving, such as in foggy or rainy conditions, you should decrease your speed and increase your following distance. Use your low beam headlights in fog and rain.

Answer 29

Decrease your speed. ## Footnote Reduce your speed when roads are snow-covered or icy. Doing this and increasing your following distance when traveling on slippery roads are the best things a driver can do to avoid crashes and collisions.

Answer 30

You are driving in an area with road construction. ## Footnote You are especially likely to encounter aggressive drivers on crowded roadways, in areas with road construction, and in locations with unexpected traffic delays. Drivers who are experiencing stress while driving are more likely to resort to aggressive driving behaviors.

Answer 31

Some signs that a driver near you is driving aggressively are that they are tailgating, speeding, changing lanes erratically, and/or failing to follow signs and signals. If you encounter an aggressive driver, the best thing to do is to get out of their path. ## Footnote -

Answer 32

Starting your trip early. ## Footnote Road rage can be caused by stress, rushing, and unexpected delays. To help prevent stress and the need to rush while driving, begin your trip earlier than you think is needed in order to allow yourself time for unexpected delays.

Answer 33

High beam headlights should be used at night to help a driver see their surroundings more clearly. Drivers should switch to their low beams when they are within 500 feet of another vehicle. ## Footnote -

Answer 34

300 feet ## Footnote Example sentence: When following another vehicle at a distance closer than 300 feet, switch to your low beam headlights.

Answer 35

Turn on your headlights ## Footnote Additional information: Maryland law requires you to turn on your headlights when using windshield wipers in certain conditions.

Answer 36

1,000 feet ## Footnote Safety tip: If visibility is less than 1,000 feet, be sure to follow regulations for using headlights.

Answer 37

Turn on your turn signal ## Footnote Importance of communication: Use your turn signal to indicate your intention before passing.

Answer 38

100 feet ## Footnote Prohibited areas: Avoid starting a pass within 100 feet of a railroad grade crossing or intersection.

Answer 39

Stopping distance depends on several different factors. It depends on the conditions of the road, the vehicle's brakes, and the tires, as well as the amount of time it takes for a driver to recognize the need to stop. ## Footnote Example sentence: The stopping distance can be longer in wet or icy conditions.

Answer 40

When approaching an intersection with no stop signs or working traffic signals, drivers should stop before reaching the stop line or crosswalk. If no stop lines or crosswalks are present, drivers should stop before entering the intersection. ## Footnote Additional information: It is important to yield the right of way to other vehicles.

Answer 41

When approaching a stop sign, a driver must come to a complete stop before proceeding. After stopping, when it is safe to do so, the driver may then continue through the intersection. ## Footnote Example sentence: Always check for pedestrians before proceeding through the intersection.

Answer 42

Before turning, it is important to communicate your intention by activating the appropriate turn signal. Communicating with other drivers is essential to safety on the roadways. ## Footnote Example sentence: Make sure to check your blind spots before changing lanes.

Answer 43

It is safest to plan a turn before reaching the turning point. Activate your turn signal with plenty of time for other drivers to safely respond to your intentions. Check your surroundings to ensure that it is safe before making the turn. ## Footnote Additional information: Always be aware of cyclists and pedestrians when making a turn.

Answer 44

Turn on your left turn signal. ## Footnote If you need to make a U-turn, you should first make sure you are in a location where it is safe and legal to do so. Before beginning the turn, activate your left turn signal to communicate your intentions to other drivers.

Answer 45

After coming to a complete stop. ## Footnote In general, drivers may turn right after coming to a complete stop at a solid red light. Before making the turn, they should activate their right turn signal and yield to any oncoming traffic or pedestrians.

Answer 46

Unless a sign prohibits the turn. ## Footnote After yielding to any oncoming traffic or crossing pedestrians, a driver may turn right on a solid red light, as long as there are no signs present to prohibit the turn.

Answer 47

Prohibitive. ## Footnote Red road signs are prohibitive. Red signs may tell drivers to stop, to yield, not to enter, or that they are traveling in the wrong direction.

Answer 48

Warns of an emergency traffic incident. ## Footnote Fluorescent pink signs warn of emergency traffic incidents. Use caution when driving near a fluorescent pink sign.

Answer 49

A school zone ## Footnote Fluorescent yellow-green is used for school, pedestrian, and bicycle signs. Be especially alert for cyclists, children, and other pedestrians when near a fluorescent yellow-green sign.

Answer 50

Next to the broken line may pass ## Footnote Yellow lines separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. A broken yellow line next to your driving lane means that you may pass.

Answer 51

Farther behind the truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle ## Footnote It is necessary to follow farther behind a large truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle because trucks have larger blind spots.

Answer 52

At all times ## Footnote Pedestrians who use guide dogs or white canes (with or without a red tip) must be given the right-of-way at all times.

Answer 53

The truck driver to stop the vehicle ## Footnote Because they are larger, trucks take longer to stop than cars traveling at the same speed. Other drivers should not pull in front of a truck and then slow down or stop.

Answer 54

See the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror. ## Footnote Before returning to your original lane after passing, you must make sure you are not dangerously close to the vehicle you have just passed. When you can see both of the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror, you may have enough room to return to the lane.

Answer 55

Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead. ## Footnote As you enter a work zone, signs and message boards will warn you of workers, slow-moving equipment, and/or closed lanes ahead. You should reduce your speed and be prepared to slow down or stop.

Answer 56

At or near the speed of traffic on the freeway. ## Footnote When merging onto a freeway, you should enter at or near the speed of traffic.

Answer 57

May have to swing wide to complete the right turn. ## Footnote When a vehicle makes a turn, the rear wheels follow a shorter path than the front wheels. The longer the vehicle, the bigger the difference between the paths of the front and rear wheels. Therefore, long trucks often have to swing wide to complete a right turn.

Answer 58

Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards. ## Footnote You are driving defensively when you are looking down the road for potential hazards. Constantly staring at the road directly in front of your vehicle is dangerous. As you scan ahead, be alert to vehicles around you.

Answer 59

Motorcycle. ## Footnote Motorcycles can stop more quickly than other vehicles can and you must have adequate room to stop if the motorcyclist brakes or falls off. Also, remember that motorcycles are difficult to see at night because they only have one tail light.

Answer 60

All approaching vehicles. ## Footnote When making a left turn, you must yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, or other vehicles moving on their green light.

Answer 61

Wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding. ## Footnote At a green light, you must give the right-of-way to any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian in the intersection. If a pedestrian begins crossing the street after the traffic signal light starts flashing, wait until they have crossed the street before proceeding.

Answer 62

Not turn in that direction until the light turns green. ## Footnote A red arrow means 'stop.' You must remain stopped until a green light or green arrow appears. Do not turn against a red arrow.

Answer 63

Slow-moving vehicle. ## Footnote Slow-moving vehicles, such as farm tractors, road maintenance vehicles, and animal-drawn carts, display an orange and red triangle on the back.

Answer 64

Driving as closely to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. ## Footnote You must yield the right-of-way to any emergency vehicle that is using its siren and flashing lights. Do this by driving to the right edge of the road and stopping, taking care not to stop in an intersection. You may move again after the emergency vehicle has passed.

Answer 65

Come to a complete stop until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn. ## Footnote When a school bus is stopped on the road ahead with its lights flashing and its stop arm extended, you must come to a complete stop and wait to proceed until the lights have stopped flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn. Even after the bus begins to move again, do not proceed until you are sure there are no children crossing the road ahead of you.

Answer 66

Under no circumstances. ## Footnote You may never drive off the paved or main-traveled portion of the road and onto the shoulder to pass another vehicle.

Answer 67

Look ahead toward the right edge of your lane. ## Footnote If an oncoming driver fails to dim their high beams, you should avoid looking directly at the headlights. Instead, look toward the right edge of your lane and watch the oncoming vehicle out of the corner of your eye.

Answer 68

Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop. ## Footnote If you are in an intersection when you see an emergency vehicle approaching while using its flashing lights and/or siren, continue through the intersection and then drive to the right and stop. You must yield the right-of-way to any police vehicle, fire engine, ambulance, or other emergency vehicle using a siren or flashing lights.

Answer 69

May still turn, but you must yield to oncoming traffic. ## Footnote If a green arrow turns into a solid green light, you may still turn in the direction that the arrow was pointing but you must first yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.

Answer 70

Yield to pedestrians. ## Footnote Unless a posted sign prohibits it, you may turn right or left at a steady green light. When turning, you must yield to other vehicles and pedestrians within the intersection.

Answer 71

When making turns. ## Footnote As a general rule, broken traffic lines may be crossed but solid lines may not. Solid yellow lines may be crossed only when the driver is making a turn.

Answer 72

Have trouble controlling their vehicles. ## Footnote Choosing to eat, drink, or smoke while driving is dangerous because these actions require a driver to remove their hands from the wheel and their eyes from the road. Drivers who engage in distracting activities while driving have trouble staying in their lanes and controlling their vehicles.

Answer 73

Try to get out of the aggressive driver's way. ## Footnote If you encounter an aggressive driver, you should make every attempt to get out of their way. You should avoid making eye contact with a hostile driver. Challenging a hostile driver by speeding up may only make them angrier, thereby increasing their danger.

Answer 74

Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers. ## Footnote If your vehicle breaks down on the highway, you should signal before carefully exiting the roadway and turning on your hazard flashers. Get as far off the road as possible and park in a location where other drivers can easily see you. Lift your hood to let other drivers know your vehicle is disabled.

Answer 75

Slow down before you enter the curve. ## Footnote The most important thing to remember about driving in curves is that your vehicle's inertia may make it difficult to turn. To maintain control, it is essential that you slow down before entering the curve.

Answer 76

Once you have moved into the exit lane. ## Footnote When exiting a highway, you should get into the exit lane well in advance. Do not begin to slow down until after you have moved into the exit lane.

Answer 77

Reduce ## Footnote When turning, you should reduce to a speed that allows you to maintain control of your vehicle, stay in your lane, and react to unexpected situations.

Answer 78

Anything makes conditions less than perfect. ## Footnote When the road is wet or slippery, when you cannot see well, or when anything else makes conditions less than perfect, drive below the posted speed limit. Even if you are driving within the posted speed limit, you can still be ticketed for driving too fast for conditions.

Answer 79

The condition of the road. ## Footnote Your ability to stop is greatly affected by the condition of the road. You need to reduce your speed when road conditions are poor in order to maintain control of your vehicle. You will be at risk if you are driving too quickly on roads that are slippery and you need to stop.

Answer 80

Increase your following distance. ## Footnote On slippery roads, you should increase your following distance. It may take more time to stop your vehicle than it would under normal conditions.

Answer 81

It harms both driving skills and judgement. ## Footnote Alcohol negatively affects many skills needed for safe driving, including your reaction time and ability to see clearly. It can also harm your judgment of speed and distance, lower your inhibitions, and make you more prone to taking chances.

Answer 82

Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol. ## Footnote The only method that effectively reduces your BAC is to not drink alcohol for a period of time. Coffee, exercise, and cold showers cannot reduce your BAC or change the effects of alcohol. They can help you remain awake, but they cannot change your BAC or make you sober.

Answer 83

The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol or medicine. ## Footnote Consuming alcohol and other drugs together can increase the impairing effects of both. For example, having one drink while you are also using a cold remedy could affect you as much as several drinks would when being consumed separately from any medications.

Answer 84

They're difficult to see in traffic. ## Footnote In many collisions with motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians, drivers reported that they were looking but still did not see the smaller vehicle or pedestrian. These can be more difficult to spot in traffic than passenger vehicles because they are smaller, may move faster, and have less noticeable lighting. To prevent collisions with these smaller and less protected road users, drivers should always be alert to the presence of motorcycles, bikes, and pedestrians.

Answer 85

Slow down and yield the right-of-way to other traffic. ## Footnote A yield sign means that you must slow down and yield the right-of-way to traffic in the intersection or roadway you are entering.

Answer 86

Should stop where they have a clear view of approaching traffic before they enter the intersecting roadway. ## Footnote If there is no stop line or crosswalk, you should stop at the point nearest to the intersecting roadway where you can get a view of approaching traffic. You should not enter the intersecting roadway to gain a better view.

Answer 87

Immediately upon entering the deceleration lane. ## Footnote When leaving an interstate, you should maintain your speed until you enter the deceleration lane, at which point you should reduce your speed to the exit ramp's posted advisory speed.

Answer 88

Low beams. ## Footnote Low beam headlights should be used in fog, rain, and snow. The light from high beams will reflect back to the driver under these weather conditions, causing a glare that will make it difficult to see ahead.

Answer 89

Increase your following distance. ## Footnote Increase your following distance when it is difficult to see due to darkness. Use headlights to increase visibility, following the rules for proper use of high beams and low beams. Avoid looking directly at the headlights of an oncoming vehicle to avoid being blinded by the glare.

Answer 90

Stay off the brakes. ## Footnote If your vehicle begins to skid, do not use the brakes. Braking could make the skid worse.

Answer 91

During the first half hour of rain. ## Footnote You should be extra careful when turning and stopping during the first half hour of rain. At this point, the oil from cars has not yet washed off the pavement and could be forming a slippery mixture with the rain.

Answer 92

You are traveling on a one-way street and turning onto another one-way street. ## Footnote After coming to a complete stop, you may turn left at a red light only if you are traveling on a one-way street and turning onto another one-way street. Only make the turn if there are no posted signs prohibiting such a turn.

Answer 93

The driver on the right has the right-of-way. ## Footnote Yield the right-of-way to the driver on your right at a four-way intersection if you both arrive to the intersection at the same time. You may then proceed when it is safe to do so.

Answer 94

Be sure all of the vehicle's occupants have buckled their seat belts. ## Footnote Develop a routine for entering and leaving your car. Before switching on the ignition, buckle your safety belt and see that all passengers do likewise.

Answer 95

Extremely risky behavior. ## Footnote Distracted driving is extremely risky behavior that puts not only you and your passengers in danger, but also endangers pedestrians, bicyclists, and other motorists sharing the road. Focused attention on driving helps to prevent crashes.

Answer 96

Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so. ## Footnote Yellow lines are used to separate traffic moving in opposite directions. Dashed lines indicate that drivers directly next to the line are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.

Answer 97

Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so. ## Footnote White lines are used to separate traffic moving in the same direction. Dashed lines indicate that drivers directly next to the line are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.

Answer 98

Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are not permitted to pass. ## Footnote White lines are used to separate traffic moving in the same direction. Solid lines indicate that drivers are not permitted to pass.

Answer 99

Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are not permitted to pass. ## Footnote Yellow lines are used to separate traffic moving in opposite directions. Solid lines indicate that drivers are not permitted to pass.

Answer 100

Work zone signs. ## Footnote Highway work zones are established according to the type of work underway along the roadway. Signs in work areas are typically diamond-shaped, orange, have black letters or symbols, and serve as a warning that people are working on or near the highway.

Answer 101

Green signs that provide directional and mileage information to drivers. ## Footnote Guide signs, sometimes known as destination signs, have a green background and provide directional and mileage information to specific destinations. They can be a helpful resource when driving in unfamiliar locations.

Answer 102

White and should always be obeyed. ## Footnote Regulatory signs regulate the movement of traffic. They are usually white with black markings and must always be obeyed by motorists.

Answer 103

No passing zones. ## Footnote Pennant-shaped signs usually indicate no passing zones. Text will also be on the sign to confirm that it is a no passing zone.

Answer 104

School zones. ## Footnote Pentagonal signs indicate that you are in a school zone. Be extra alert to children and pedestrians when driving near a school.

Answer 105

Stop sign. ## Footnote Octagonal signs are always stop signs. Come to a complete stop when approaching a red, eight-sided sign.

Answer 106

Warns of existing or possible hazards. ## Footnote Diamond-shaped signs warn drivers of existing or potential driving hazards. You will usually see these signs in yellow or orange.

Answer 107

Slow to a stop, unless they are already within the intersection. ## Footnote A steady yellow traffic light indicates that a red light is about to appear. Stop unless you are already within the intersection.

Answer 108

Come to a complete stop. ## Footnote A steady red traffic light indicates that drivers must come to a complete stop. Driving through a red light is against the law and is extremely dangerous. Drivers may turn right on a steady red light if there is no sign prohibiting a turn on red.

Answer 109

Slow down and proceed with caution. ## Footnote A flashing yellow light warns of a hazard. Slow down and proceed with caution.

Answer 110

Be prepared to stop if a train is nearby. ## Footnote Railroad crossing warning signs are used to warn drivers of the possibility of a train. Drivers should obey all railroad crossing warning signs and never go around barriers or disregard the warning sign.

Answer 111

The maximum or minimum speed that is legally allowed to be driven ## Footnote Speed limit signs indicate the maximum or minimum safe speed that is allowed to be driven on a roadway. The maximum limits are for ideal conditions and you must reduce your speed when conditions require it.

Answer 112

High speeds ## Footnote High speeds greatly increase stopping distances and severity of crashes. The faster you drive, the greater the impact or striking power of your vehicle, should you be involved in a collision.

Answer 113

Larger blind spots ## Footnote The larger the vehicle, the larger the blind spots. Large trucks and SUVs have spots close to their rears that cannot be seen in their side or rearview mirrors.

Answer 114

Should yield to drivers already on the interstate ## Footnote If you are on an entrance or acceleration ramp and are entering interstate traffic, you should yield to drivers already on the interstate highway. Merge safely into traffic when you are able to do so.

Answer 115

Continue driving and use the next exit ## Footnote Don't make a last-minute turn into an exit. If you pass your exit, you must go to the next one.

Answer 116

The same full lane width as other motor vehicles ## Footnote Lane usage for the motorcyclist is critical. Motorcycles are entitled to the same full lane width as all other vehicles.

Answer 117

Turn your steering wheel in the direction you want to go. ## Footnote If your vehicle begins to skid, remain calm. Steer in the direction that you want to go and try not to overcorrect.

Answer 118

Treat the light like a stop sign. ## Footnote Flashing red lights are used at dangerous intersections. Treat them like stop signs.

Answer 119

Continue driving, unless there are vehicles or pedestrians already in the intersection. ## Footnote When approaching an intersection with a steady green traffic light, yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk and vehicles still in the intersection. You may continue driving, but should approach the intersection at a speed that will allow you to slow down and stop if the light changes before you get there.

Answer 120

The end of a reduced speed zone. ## Footnote Do not exceed the school zone speed limit during indicated times. The end of a reduced speed school zone will be indicated by an 'End school zone' regulatory sign.

Answer 121

Tell drivers to yield. ## Footnote Downward-facing triangular signs usually indicate that drivers should yield. Once the road is clear of traffic or pedestrians and it is safe to do so, drivers may proceed.

Answer 122

Upcoming railroad crossings. ## Footnote Round signs warn drivers of an upcoming railroad crossing area. Drivers should use extra caution when approaching a railroad crossing.

Answer 123

Railroad crossings. ## Footnote Crossbuck signs tell drivers to yield to trains at a railroad crossing. Drivers should not try to outdrive a train.

Answer 124

The driver to arrive first has the right-of-way. ## Footnote At four-way stops, traffic from all four directions must stop. The first vehicle to reach the intersection should move forward first. If two vehicles reach the intersection at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

Answer 125

All windows. ## Footnote It is important that you are able to see clearly through all of your vehicle's windows, including the windshield. Remove all snow, ice, and frost from your vehicle's windows and mirrors before you start to drive.

Answer 126

That an action is forbidden. ## Footnote Some regulatory signs prohibit certain actions. These signs are rectangular and white with red and black markings. A red circle and slash on top of a black symbol indicates that the specified action is forbidden.