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A FLASHING RED LIGHT AT A RAILROAD CROSSING MEANS:STOP, DO NOT PROCEED UNTIL SIGNALS ARE COMPLETED.
A flashing yellow light means that you should:SLOW DOWN AND PROCEED WITH CARE.
A STEADY DOWNWARD GREEN ARROW OVER A TRAFFIC LANE MEANS YOUMAY USE THE LANE.
A STEADY GREEN LIGHT AT AN INTERSECTION MEANS THAT YOU:MAY DRIVE THROUGH THE INTERSECTION IF THE ROAD IS CLEAR
A STEADY YELLOW LIGHT MEANS THAT A _____ LIGHT WILL SOON APPEAR.STEADY RED
A yellow and black diamond-shaped sign:Warns you about conditions on or near the road.
A yellow light at an intersection means:SLOW DOWN AND PREPARE TO STOP.
Adjust the rear view and side mirrorsto remove blind spots around your vehicle.
As you pull away from the curb, you should...Signal, check over shoulder, then pull out when safe
AT A STOP SIGN, IF YOU CANNOT GET A GOOD VIEW OF CROSS- STREET TRAFFIC WHEN YOU STOP BEHIND THE WHITE STOP BAR PAINTED ON THE PAVEMENT, YOU SHOULD:PULL FORWARD SLOWLY, CHECK FOR TRAFFIC AND PEDESTRIANS, AND PROCEED WHEN CLEAR.
At an intersection controlled by a stop sign, if you can't get a good view of cross-street traffic when you stop behind the white top bar painted on the pavement, you should...Pull forward slowly, check for traffic & pedestrians, and proceed when clear.
At night it is hardest to see...Pedestrians.
Before passing another vehicle you should:Give the proper turn signal to show you are changing lanes.
Crashes in work zones are most commonly the result of...carelessness & speeding.
Do you have to yield at a green arrow?No, not until it turns into a steady green light
Does a traffic signal light on a emerging land protect your merge onto a busy highway?No, driver must still look for an open spot on the high way
Eating and driving allows you to:Lose focus while driving.
FROM THE CENTER LANE, WHAT MANEUVERS CAN YOU PERFORMMAKE LEFT TURNS.
From top to bottom, the following is the proper order for traffic lights:Red, yellow, green
GreenKeep going on your way with caution
How do you treat a non-functioning traffic light?treated as a four-way stop sign
How must pedestrians conduct themselves in the absence of designated pedestrian signals?must obey the red, yellow, and green traffic lights
If a green arrow turns into a green light, you...:May still turn but must yield to oncoming traffic.
IF A TRAFFIC LIGHT IS BROKEN OR NOT FUNCTIONING YOU SHOULDCONTINUE AS IF IT WERE A FOUR-WAY STOP SIGN
If there are no signals at a railroad crossing, you should...Slow down and prepare to stop if you see or hear a train approaching.
If your car begins to skid, you should..take your foot off the accelerator and turn in the direction of the skid
If your car breaks down on a highway, you should...Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers.
Is a person on a bike a pedestrian?No!
It is illegal in Pennsylvania to operate a motor vehicle with a BAC of______ or higher.0.08
LANE USE CONTROL SIGNALS _______.SHOW THE SPECIFIC LANES OF A STREET OR HIGHWAY THAT SHOULD BE USED
MAY YOU DRIVE AROUND THE GATES AT A RAILROAD CROSSING?NEVER.
Red light means...Stop completely
Roads and highways are always most slippery when..the first rain after several dry weeks
Safety belts should be worn..at all times\'as a driver and as a passenger
Scanning the road ahead for hazards helps drivers:see road signs or driving information
Should you begin to cross if the DON'T WALK or HAND SIGNAL are flashing?No, but do proceed to cross street if pedestrian has already begun crossing
Should you worry about all traffic conditions at one time?No, handle only ONE traffic condition at a time.
Teenage drivers are more likely to be involved in a crash when they are driving with...Teenage passengers.
THE "DO NOT ENTER" SIGN IS USUALLY USED WITH A _________ SIGN.WRONG WAY
The center lane is used for:Left turns only.
The measure to be used by the driver who is following a vehicle under good road conditions is..3-second following distance
THE ONLY 8-SIDED SIGN YOU WILL SEE ON A HIGHWAY IS A ___________ SIGNSTOP
The posted speed limits show:The maximum safe speed under ideal road and weather conditions.
The road edge on the right side is marked by a _____ line.Solid white
This signal means:SLOW DOWN AND PREPARE TO STOP.
To safely navigate through a curve, you should...slow down before entering a curve and avoid braking while in the curve
To stop in an emergency situation when your car does not have ABS brakes, you should:apply hard steady pressure without locking up your wheels
Wearing your seat belt...Is the single most effective thing you can do to reduce the risk of death or injury.
What are the three tests needed to obtain a license?vision, knowledge, and road
What are the three types of vehicles recognized by PA law?bicycles, horse-drawn vehicles, and motor vehicles
What do you do in the presence of a blind pedestrian?slow down, always yield the right-of-way and then proceed with caution
What does a flashing red light mean?Same meaning as a stop sign
What does a flashing yellow light mean?Means caution
What does a red x over a lane signify?means that the traffic lane is not open for use
What does a steady downward green arrow mean?means that the lane is open for use
What does a steady red light mean when its over a traffic lane?you are not permitted to use that lane
What does a white one-way left-turn arrow over a lane signify?means driver may only turn left
What does a white two-way left-turn arrow over a lane mean?means driver many only turn left, but that the lane is shared by left-turning drivers approaching from the opposite direction.
What does a yellow arrow signal?the movement permitted by the green arrow is about to end; slow down before turning
What does a yellow x over a lane signify?means driver must change lanes because the direction of travel is about to change
What does the red arrow mean?no turn in the direction the arrow points (not commonly used in PA)
What is a true statement about drinking and driving?Drinking and driving is a serious problem that everyone needs to be aware of
What is a true statement regarding driving in Pennsylvania?It is a privilege
What is the proper order for traffic lights from top to bottom?Red, yellow, green.
What is the speed limit in a school zone when the yellow signals are flashing during the time periods indicated on the sign?15 mph
What is true about blind spots?large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles
What should you do at a yellow light if there is not enough time/space to safely slow down before the intersection?continue through intersection with precaution
What type of turn can you make at a red light if onto a one-way street?a left turn (must be in left-hand lane)
What type of turn can you make at a red light?a right turn (must first stop, check for and yield to pedestrians and other traffic)
When a car with bright headlights comes toward you at night, you should..Look toward the right edge of your lane
WHEN AN ARROW PANEL IN A WORK ZONE SHOWS EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING PATTERNS, IT MEANS:DRIVE WITH CAUTION.
When driving in foggy conditions...you should?use your low beams
When driving near a blind pedestrian who is carrying a white cane and/or using a guide dog, you should...Slow down and be prepared to stop.
When driving through a work zone, it is good safety practice to:Lengthen your usual following distance -- by double.
When is it illigeal to pass over a double solid yellow line?Only when you are making a left turn into a business or home driveway
WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN ON A GREEN LIGHT, YOU MUST:YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS
When passing another vehicle, you can exceed the posted speed limit...Never!!
When planning to make a left turn across an intersection and you are waiting in the middle of the intersection for the traffic to clear, your front tires should be turned:straight ahead
When taking medication while driving, the most important thing for you to do is...understand the effects of the medication and adjust your driving accordingly
When traffic lights are arranged horizontally, on what side is the red light?left
When traveling behind a motorcycle...Allow at least four seconds of following distance.
WHEN YOU ARE APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION AND A YELLOW LIGHT APPEARS, YOU SHOULD:SLOW DOWN AND PREPARE TO STOP.
When you are driving on the freeway and the vehicle in front of you is a large truck, you should drive:farther behind than you would for a passenger vehicle
When you see a "Roadwork Ahead" sign you should:look for the roadwork
When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection you should:slow down and cross the intersection carefully
When you see the sign read: "DIVIDED HIGHWAY", it means...The road that you are on intersects with a divided highway.
When you want to change lanes, you can see if another vehicle is in your blind spot..only if you turn and glance over your shoulder
Where are lane-use control signals most common?toll booths, bridges, tunnels, and multi-lane roads in cities
WHICH SIGNAL MEANS YOU MAY USE THE LANE?A STEADY GREEN DOWNWARD ARROW
WHICH SIGNS ARE SHAPED LIKE TRIANGLES?YIELD
WORK AREA AND CONSTRUCTION ZONE SIGNS AREORANGE AND BLACK.
Yellow light means..Yeild or slow down
You may continue carefully through a yellow light if...You are within the intersection.
YOU MAY CONTINUE CAREFULLY THROUGH A YELLOW LIGHT IF:YOU ARE WITHIN THE INTERSECTION
You may honk your horn when you:Have lost control of your car.
YOU MAY PASS IF THE LINE DIVIDING TWO LANES IS A _________ LINE.BROKEN WHITE
YOU MUST STOP WHEN YOU SEE A:FLASHING RED LIGHT.
You must use your headlights when other vehicles are not visible from ___ feet away.1800
You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because...He or she is blind.
You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car only:under no circumstance
Your blind spot is the area of the road:You cannot see without moving your head.
________________ markings are white markings painted in the traffic lane before railroad crossings. The pavement is marked with either a large X or two Rs.Railroad Crossing
________________ lines are normally two solid white lines painted across the traffic lanes. Oftentimes, diagnol lines are added for extra visibility.Crosswalk
T or F: You must stop for pedestrians in crosswalks.1
When backing up, you should not only look in your mirrors but ______________________ as well.turn your head and look back
If you encounter an aggressive motorist, first and foremost, try to _______________.calmly avoid them
Instead of looking directly in front of you, you should "____________" about 10-15 seconds. It allows you to prepare yourself for traffic conditions and keep your car on a steady path.look ahead
When driving, you have ______ blind spots located to the left and right back sides of your car. They only way to see cars in these spots is to _______________.2, turn your head
No matter what kind of car or how well adjusted your mirrors are, you always have ______________.blind spots
Normally, the larger the car, the larger the _________________blind spot
When parking on a hill, always set the __________________.emergency break
Facing downhill, turn your wheels (toward, away from) the curb and shift into reverse or park.toward
Facing uphill, turn your wheels (toward, away from) the curb and shift into low gear or park.away from
If there are no curbs on a hill, turns your wheels (toward, away from) the edge of the road, whether it be up or downhill.toward
___________ parking is often used in parking lots, shopping centers, and sometimes at curbs.angle
Pedestrians should walk (facing, opposite of) traffic.facing
When you see pedestrians or children playing, _____________slow down
Bigger trucks have bigger ______________blind spots
If you can't see the truck driver in the truck's mirror, ______________________________the truck driver can't see you
When a traffic control sign is not functioning at an intersection, the intersection shall revert to a _________________four way stop
You must stop at least ____ ft from a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children30
Law requires that you must signal and get into your proper lane ____ ft before making a turn when trying to turn.100
Don't try and turn around while on a hill or in a curve where your car cannot be seen by people within ___ ft of you500
sking can happen onice, or packed snow , wet pavement or graveled roads
when taking a drivers test intructors check forheadlights, taillights, brake lights and turn signals
passing an approved motorcycle safety course may be substituted for themotorcycle test
when car is parked DOWNHILLturn wheels to the CURB
when parked UPHILL WITH CURBturn wheels FROM CURB
WHEN PARKED UPHILL WITHOUT CURBturn wheels to the RIGHT

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