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07/14/2009

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A regulation sign is usually what shape?
Definition
rectangle
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What is the usual color and shape of a warning sign?
Definition
yellow
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What color and shape is a destination sign?
Definition
green, rectangle
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What must you do at a stop sign?
Definition
come to a full stop
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What color and shape is a railroad crossing warning sign?
Definition
yellow, circle
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What do you do when facing each of the following:flashing red light, flashing yellow light,steady yellow light, red light with a green arrow
Definition
flashing red light-stop
flashing yellow light- dive with caution
steady yellow light- stop for red
red light with green arrow- go way of arrow
Term
What does it mean if an edge line slants in toward the center of the road?
Definition
the road gets narrower
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Single broken line, single solid line, double solid line, solid and broken together
Definition
pass,may pass if obstruction, no pass,pass on broken line
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If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no stop line, where would you stop for a red light?
Definition
before the crosswalk
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What type of pavement marking is used to show you which lanee you must use for a turn?
Definition
arrows
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Which of the following must you obey over the other three: steady red light, flashing red light, stop sign, police officer
Definition
police officer
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What is the signal for a stop? A right turn?
Definition
hand down, hand up
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If two drivers enterr an intersection from opposite directions at he same time, one going straight, the other turning left, which must yield?
Definition
the one going straight must wait
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If you enter an intersection to make a left turn, but oncoming traffic prevents you from making the turn right away, what should you do?
Definition
wait
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If you reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time as a driver on your right, and both of you are going straight, who has the right of way?
Definition
driver on the left must yield to driver on the right.
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What must you do if you are entering a road from a driveway?
Definition
look both ways
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You are facing a green light, but traffic on the other side of the intersection would keep you from going all the way through the intersection. May you enter the intersection?
Definition
No
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Does a vehicle about to enter a traffic circle or rotary have right of way over vehicles already in the circle?
Definition
the vehicle in the circle has the right of way.
Term
What should you do if you hear a siren nearby but cannot see where the emergency vehicle is?
Definition
pull over and look.
Term
How far before a turn must you signal?
Definition
100ft ahead
Term
When preparing for a right turn,should you stay as close to the center of the lane as possible?
Definition
no... go close to the right curb of the road
Term
What should you do before pasing another vehicle?
Definition
give directional signals... check mirrors
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What should you see in your rearview mirror before attempting to return to the right lane after passing a vehicle on the left?
Definition
the front bumper of the vehicle you just passed
Term
In what situations may you pass a vehicle on the right?
Definition
-when a vehicle ahead is making a left turn
-driving on a wide road
-passing is not restricted by signs
Term
What action should you take when another vehicle passes you on the left?
Definition
slowdown, keep to the right, after vehicle passes, resume normal speed
Term
What do flashing yellow lights on a school bus mean?
Definition
when a bus is unloading, be prepared to stop
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What do flashing red lights on a school bus mean?
Definition
you must stop
Term
After you have parallel parked, how close to the curb must your vehicle be?
Definition
no more than 1 foot
Term
May you open a door on the road side of your vehicle if no traffic is coming?
Definition
yes
Term
Before pulling out of a parking space, what should you do?
Definition
wheels strait, back up to vehicle behind you, turn wheels away from curb
Term
What does a no stopping sign mean?
Definition
you can only stop for a traffic officer or sign or to avoid contact with other vehicles
Term
Can you stop to load or unload passengers at a no standing or no parking sign?
Definition
yes
Term
If there is no posted speed limit, what is the fastest you may legally drive in NYS
Definition
no faster than 55 mph
Term
Is it always safe to drive at the posted speed limit?
Definition
no adjust to conditions
Term
Whatis the purpose of the minimum speed limit?
Definition
so the traffic flow is not interrupted and there is no danger
Term
Who must wear a seat belt? Who should where them?
Definition
children under 16...older than 16
Term
How does drunken driving rank as a highway safety problem?
Definition
20%
Term
On what three factors does your blood alcohol content depend?
Definition
how much alcohol you drink, time between drinks, weight.
Term
What hapenns to your license if you refuse a chemical test?
Definition
license suspended
Term
What should youdo if you miss an expressway exit?
Definition
get off at the next one and look at signs to get back onto the desired expressway
Term
When should you signal that you are exiting an expressway?
Definition
at least 100 feet ahead
Term
When should you signal that you are exiting an expressway?
Definition
at least 100 feet ahead
Term
When should you signal that you are exiting an expressway?
Definition
at least 100 feet ahead
Term
What should you check for after leaving an expressway?
Definition
another speed limit
Term
What should you do if headlights on an approaching vehicle make it hard for you to see?
Definition
shift your eyes to the right and use the road edge as a guide
Term
Is it it best to keep your headlights on high beam or low beam in fog rain and heavy snow?
Definition
low beam
Term
Which way sould you turn your steering wheel to get out of a skid?
Definition
The way you want your front wheels to go
Term
What is the singal most rule to rememberin any drivinng emergency?
Definition
do not panic
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What should yo do if your breaks fail?
Definition
pump it to build up the pressure,use emergency or parking brake.
Term
Where must a pedestrian walk when there are no sidewalks?
Definition
as far to the left as they can, facing traffic.
Term
May motorcycles ride three abreast in one lane?
Definition
no only 2
Term
What does a slow moving vehicle emblem look like?
Definition
reflective orange triangle
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