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What is the maximum speed limit in a school zone during active school hours?

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15 mph

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When can you legally turn right on a red light?

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After coming to a complete stop and ensuring the way is clear

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How far should you follow behind the vehicle in front of you?

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At least two seconds behind

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What should you do if you miss your exit on the highway?

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Take the next exit and safely re-route

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What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road mean?

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No passing allowed

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What does a broken white line on the road indicate?

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Lanes going in the same direction

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When are you allowed to use the shoulder of the road?

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Never

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What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

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Proceed with caution

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How many points are assessed for failing to stop at a red light?

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3 points

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What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21?

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0.08%

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What is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21?

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0.02%

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When must you yield to oncoming traffic?

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Always at intersections without signals

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What should you do if you are in an intersection and hear a siren?

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Move out of the intersection safely

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When should you use your low-beam headlights?

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During fog, rain, or night driving

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What does a no U-turn sign indicate?

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No turning around is permitted

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What should you do if the traffic light is green, but there are vehicles blocking the intersection?

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Wait until the intersection is clear

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What does a diamond-shaped road sign indicate?

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Warning for hazards

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What is the correct hand signal for a right turn?

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Left arm at a 90-degree angle

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When should you check your blind spots?

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Always before changing lanes

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What should you do if you approach a railroad crossing with no warning devices?

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Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary

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What does a two-way left turn lane sign mean?

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Center lane for left turns

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How should you react to a school bus with flashing red lights?

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Stop regardless of direction

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When is it acceptable to drive in the bicycle lane?

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Only when turning right and parking

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What should you do if you see a yield sign?

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Slow down and be prepared to stop

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What is the minimum age to obtain a learner's permit in Pennsylvania?
16 years
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How should you react if a car is following too closely behind you?
Allow extra space in front
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When should you switch to low-beam headlights?
In fog, heavy rain, or snow
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What should you do if an oncoming vehicle has its high beams on?
Look away to avoid glare
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What does a steady green arrow mean?
Proceed in the direction indicated
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When is it legal to pass another vehicle on the left?
Only when there is no oncoming traffic
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What should you do if you approach a stopped school bus on an undivided road?
Stop at least 10 feet away
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How many feet must you stop from a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?
45 mph
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What is the maximum speed in a work zone when workers are present?
Come to a complete stop
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What does a steady red arrow mean?
Pull over and rest
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What should you do if you start feeling drowsy while driving?
Indicates school zone
36
What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?
Minimum 5 feet
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What is the minimum distance you must stop from a crosswalk when a blind pedestrian is crossing?
Only for passing or turning
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When can you drive in the left lane on a multi-lane road?
Railroad crossing ahead
39
What does a circular yellow sign indicate?
Prevents wheels from locking
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What is the purpose of the anti-lock braking system (ABS)?
Use emergency brakes and shift to lower gear
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What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?
Never drive without headlights
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When is it legal to drive without headlights?
Provides emergency stop space
43
What is the purpose of the shoulder on a road?
Hold steering tightly and ease off gas
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What should you do if a tire blows out while driving?
At least 12 seconds
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How far should you look ahead when driving in the city?
Once you can see the passed vehicle in the mirror
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When is it safe to return to your lane after passing another vehicle?
Allow space or change lanes
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What should you do if you are being tailgated?
Yellow triangle
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What does a no passing zone sign look like?
Upside down triangle
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What does a yield sign look like?
Exit the vehicle if no train is coming
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What should you do if your vehicle stalls on a railroad track?
Slowly reduce speed in wet conditions
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What is hydroplaning, and how can it be prevented?
Diamond with two people walking
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What does a pedestrian crossing sign look like?
Varies by offense level
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What is the penalty for a first-time DUI offense?
For turning purposes only
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What is the function of a turn lane?
Drive slower and use headlights
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What should you do if the weather suddenly changes and visibility is poor?
Arrows indicating merging lanes
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What does a merging traffic sign look like?
License suspension
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What are the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident?
Stay calm and avoid escalation
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How should you respond to aggressive drivers?
Reduce speed and follow yield rules
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What is the purpose of a roundabout?
Only after checking for traffic
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What should you do at a yield intersection with no other vehicles present?
Left and right chevrons indicate curves
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When should you yield the right-of-way?
Reserved for left turns
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What does a chevron sign indicate?
Steer off gradually
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What is the purpose of the center turn lane?
From dusk till dawn or poor visibility
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What should you do if you accidentally drive off the road?
Orange diamond
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When must you turn on your headlights in Pennsylvania?
Signal at least 100 feet ahead
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What does a road work ahead sign look like?
Up to a $300 fine
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What is the minimum distance required for signaling before changing lanes?
Avoid abrupt braking and steer gently
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What is the penalty for not stopping for a school bus with flashing red lights?
Warn drivers of approaching hazards
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How can you prevent skidding on icy roads?
Allow them to pass safely
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What is the purpose of rumble strips?
Restricted in most states
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What should you do if another driver is tailgating you?
Yellow and black circle
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When is it illegal to use a hand-held cell phone while driving?
Slippery, foggy, or icy conditions
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What does a railroad crossing sign look like?
Orange reflective triangle
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When should you not use cruise control?
Slow down or steer around it safely
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What does a slow-moving vehicle emblem look like?
For open, dark highways
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What should you do if an animal suddenly appears in your path?
Take turns yielding based on arrival order
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When can you use your high-beam headlights?
Exchange information and move vehicles if safe
78
How do you handle intersections with four-way stops?
Fines and suspension
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What should you do if you are involved in a minor collision?
Yellow pentagon with two figures
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What are the consequences of road rage?
Exit the area safely
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What does a school zone sign look like?
Potential fines and points
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What should you do if you see a wrong way or do not enter sign?
Yield and pull over if safe
83
What is the penalty for texting while driving?
15 mph
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How should you respond to an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens on?
After coming to a complete stop and ensuring the way is clear
85
When must you yield to oncoming traffic?
When you are turning left at an intersection.
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What should you do if you are in an intersection and hear a siren?
Move out of the intersection safely.
87
When should you use your low-beam headlights?
During fog, rain, or night driving.
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What does a no U-turn sign indicate?
No turning around is permitted.
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What should you do if the traffic light is green, but there are vehicles blocking the intersection?
Wait until the intersection is clear.
90
What does a diamond-shaped road sign indicate?
Warning for hazards.
91
What is the correct hand signal for a right turn?
Left arm at a 90-degree angle.
92
When should you check your blind spots?
Always before changing lanes.
93
What should you do if you approach a railroad crossing with no warning devices?
Slow down and be prepared to stop.
94
What does a two-way left turn lane sign mean?
Center lane for left turns.
95
How should you react to a school bus with flashing red lights?
Stop regardless of direction.
96
When is it acceptable to drive in the bicycle lane?
Only when there is no oncoming traffic.
97
What should you do if you see a yield sign?
Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary.
98
What is the minimum age to obtain a learner's permit in Pennsylvania?
16 years.
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How should you react if a car is following too closely behind you?
Pull over and rest.
100
When should you switch to low-beam headlights?
When an oncoming vehicle has its high beams on.
101
What does a steady green arrow mean?
Proceed in the direction indicated.
102
When is it legal to pass another vehicle on the left?
Only when there is no oncoming traffic.
103
What should you do if you approach a stopped school bus on an undivided road?
Come to a complete stop.
104
How many feet must you stop from a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?
Stop at least 10 feet away.
105
What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21?
0.08%.
106
What is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21?
0.00%.
107
How fast can you go in a school zone?
45 mph.
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What should you do if you see a yield sign?
Look away to avoid glare.

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