Parking, Night Driving, Passing and Traffic Sensibility Flashcards
This deck reviews traffic rules, laws and regulations related to parking, night driving, passing and general traffic sensibility.
When can a motorist pass the traffic on the right?
Pass the traffic on the right only when:
- an open highway is clearly marked for two or more lanes of travel in the same direction.
- the driver ahead of you is signaling a left turn
What should you do if the vehicle behind you has signaled an intent to pass?
don’t accelerate or try to go faster or change lane
If a vehicle is passing you or has signaled intend to pass, allow the vehicle to pass you. Do not accelerate or try to go faster to avoid being passed, and do not change lanes.
True or False:
Traffic laws and rules that apply to highways, roads, and streets also apply to public parking lots.
TRUE
Would you pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk?
No
A pedestrian in your blind spot may be crossing the street. Proceed only when all pedestrians have crossed the street.
Choose the correct option.
If you notice that the car behind you is trying to pass you on your left, you should
A. move to the lane to the right to make space.
B. slow down a little and stay in your lane.
C. speed up just a little bit and stay in your lane.
D. turn on your dipper to signal it is safe to pass.
B. slow down a little and stay in your lane.
True or False:
It is safer to use a parking lot to make a U-turn than to do so on a highway.
TRUE
You cannot park within how many meters of a fire station driveway?
20 feet or 6 meters
On which side of the road is it safe to pass a large truck?
left side
Always pass a large truck on the left side, and after you pass the truck, move ahead of it.
If you are driving slower than normal and notice a lot of vehicles passing you on the right, what should you do?
move to the right lane when it is safe
When it is safe you must move into the right lane so that vehicles may pass you safely on the left instead.
What should you do to safely park your vehicle on a hilly road?
To park a vehicle on a hilly road:
- turn the front wheels to keep it from rolling if the brakes fail
- set the gear in the park position
- apply parking brakes
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You must turn your vehicle’s front wheels towards the curb while parking on _____.
a downhill
The front wheels are turned towards the curb so that if the brakes fail, the vehicle will be stopped by the curb from heading into the traffic.
What would you do to prevent your vehicle from rolling backward down the hill while parking on an uphill?
turn the wheels and gently touch the curb
Which way should the front wheels be turned to park on a hill without a curb?
towards the shoulder of the road
What would you do when a vehicle with one light heads towards you at night?
drive to the far right
A vehicle with one light could be a motorcyclist or a vehicle with a missing headlight.
True or False:
It is safe to drive off the road to pass a vehicle.
FALSE
Driving off the paved road, beyond the white mark on the edge could be dangerous. Avoid doing this even if it is to pass a vehicle.
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Switch on your ___________ headlights when driving at night in the rain.
Switch on your low-beam headlights when driving at night in the rain.
True or False:
In the absence of parking space, you may park in a marked bicycle lane if there aren’t any cyclists around.
FALSE
It is illegal to park in a marked bicycle lane, whether there are any cyclists around or not.
You’re required to switch your headlights on approximately how long after the sun sets?
half an hour
What should you do while leaving a brightly lit place?
slow down
When leaving a brightly lit area, reduce your speed so that your eyes may adjust to the darkness.
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As per the law, you are required to use your headlights if visibility is less than _________ feet.
300 meters or 1000 feet
As per the law, you are required to use your headlights if visibility is less than 300 meters or 1000 feet.
You cannot park within how many meters of a fire hydrant if you intend to leave your vehicle there while you shop?
5 meters
True or False:
While parallel parking your vehicle on a level road, one of the front wheels must gently touch the curb.
FALSE
The wheels must be at a minimum gap of 18 inches away from the curb.
True or False:
You may not use a disabled parking windshield identification card unless transporting the disabled person to whom it was issued.
TRUE
What should you do after parking your car in the space between two cars on a level road?
Straighten the car parallel to the curb and leave room between cars.
Can you park at the stripped areas adjacent to the disabled parking space shown in the image?
No
The striped areas are for wheelchair lifts. You cannot park in this area or in a striped area in front of an entrance to a business adjacent to a disabled parking space.
True or False:
Temporarily stopping to obey signs or signals is considered parking on standing.
FALSE
When all space at the side of a street is taken, can you park your vehicle adjacent to another vehicle?
No, double parking is prohibited and illegal.
True or False:
Your vehicle may be towed away if you park your vehicle on a freeway for more than an hour.
FALSE
Your vehicle may be towed away if you park your vehicle on a freeway for more than four hours.
When can you park your vehicle on the side of a freeway?
Park only if there’s a stop sign or in case of an emergency
Fill in the blank.
You should not park your vehicle within ______ of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.
50 feet
You should not park your vehicle within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.
True or False:
You cannot park within 10 meters of an intersection.
False.
You cannot park within 20 feet or 6 meters of an intersection.
You have stopped your car to park. While leaving the car, what must you ensure?
Before leaving your vehicle after you park it, make sure that:
- the engine is turned off,
- the key is removed from the ignition, and
- you do not interfere with the traffic
Choose the correct option.
You may park your vehicle:
A. in a marked crosswalk
B. in an unmarked crosswalk
C. adjacent to a sidewalk
C. adjacent to a sidewalk
Choose the correct option.
If you intend to pass another vehicle, you should
A. assume the other driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal
B. assume the other driver will maintain a constant speed
C. not assume the other driver will make room for you to return to your lane
If you intend to pass another vehicle, you should not assume the other driver will make room for you to return to your lane.
Choose the correct option.
How would you react if a vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard?
A. shift to the next lane
B. take your foot off the gas pedal
C. brake firmly to a complete stop
B. take your foot off the gas pedal
Choose the correct option.
What must you do if you hit a parked vehicle and can’t find the owner?
A. wait for the owner to return
B. drive away before anyone sees you
C. leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle
C. leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle
True or False:
If you see animals standing near the roadway while you are driving, you should honk to scare them away.
FALSE
Do not honk and try to scare the animals near the roadways. In such a situation, you should slow down and proceed with caution.
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Keep your headlights on the _______ setting when driving behind another vehicle at night.
Keep your headlights on the low beam setting when driving behind another vehicle at night.
Choose the correct option.
Which of the following should you avoid doing when another vehicle is passing?
A. Decrease your speed
B. Stay in your lane
C. Move to the left lane
C. Move to the left lane
Stay in your lane and do not increase your speed while another vehicle is passing you. It is illegal in the state of Texas to drive on the left when you’re not trying to pass someone.
Choose the correct option.
You may pass a vehicle if the line dividing two lanes is a _________ line.
A. double solid yellow
B. solid white
C. solid yellow
D. broken white
You may pass a vehicle if the line dividing two lanes is a broken white line.
Fill in the blank.
You cannot park within ________ meters of a traffic light, STOP sign, or a YIELD sign.
30 feet or 10 meters
You cannot park within 30 feet (10 m) meters of a traffic light, STOP sign, or a YIELD sign.
In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
to the right
What does a NO PARKING sign signify?
You’re allowed to make a temporary stop to load or unload merchandise or passengers.
How does a NO STANDING sign differ from a NO STOPPING sign?
You can make a temporary stop without exiting the vehicle at any point where a NO STANDING sign is posted.
You are allowed to stop only to obey a traffic sign, signal, or officer or to prevent conflicts with other vehicles where a NO STOPPING sign is posted.
Choose the correct option.
When driving in the fog at night, you should drive slowly and
A. use your vehicle’s high beam.
B. use your vehicle’s low beam.
C. use your dipper every few seconds.
D. only use your vehicle’s hazard lights.
B. use your vehicle’s low beam.
When driving in the fog at night, you should drive slowly and use your vehicle’s low beam.
