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stop
right turn
right turn
left turn
stop
octagon
yield
triangle
warning
diamond
regulatory or guide
rectangle
school zone and school crossing
pentagon
railroad crossing
circle
no passing zone
pennant
left or straight through
keep right
reduction in lanes
merge
pedestrian crossing
school zone
school zone cross walk
slippery when wet
two way road way
divided highway begins
change in direction
crossroad
side road
"T" intersection
"Y" intersections
right and left turns coming
road curves to left and right
road curves
left turn
winding road ahead
A school bus is picking up or dropping off children, you must:
stop regardless of which direction you are traveling
If you intend to turn just after an intersection, you should:
begin signalling when you are in the intersection
The speed limit when approaching a school crossing is:
25 mph
You must notify MVD of an address change within:
10 days
Bicyclists should
follow the same laws as drivers
When changing lanes you should
look over your shoulder to make sure the lane is clear
When approaching a car from behind at night, lower your high beam headlights when you are within:
200 feet
A curb painted red means:
no parking or stopping
Unless prohibited by a sign, you may left turn on red:
from a one-way road to a one-way road
A sign shaped like the tip of an arrow means
no passing zone
Give the right-of-way to any pedestrian who is:
crossing any street
When entering a road from an alley:
stop at the sidewalk
if a fire vehicle is responding to an emergency, you must stay back:
at least 500 feet
To know where traffic is behind you:
Frequently check your rearview mirror
Your license can be suspended if you are under 21 and drive with a blood alcohol level of:
any amount
To avoid glare from headlights of an approaching car:
Keep looking briefly to the side of the road
If you come upon a severe dust storm, you should
slow and pull off the road
Right turn on red is permitted:
Except where prohibited by a sign
You are approaching an intersection where the traffic light has changed to yellow:
You should come to a safe stop and wait for the light to turn green
A sign shaped as a diamond means
Warning
When approaching an intersection with an inoperative traffic control signal or no traffic lights, treat it as a __________
4-way-stop
At a 4-way-stop, the driver on the ________ must yield the right of way to the driver on the________
Left; Right
If you are taking a left turn and there is oncoming traffic, who has the right of way?
Oncoming traffic
If you get cited for running a red or flashing light, what will you be required to attend?
Traffic Survival School
True or False: You must yield the right-of-way to any emergency vehicle no matter what.
True
The "Move Over Law" requires that a driver move to the _____ and slow down when approaching a police officer with a stopped vehicle.
VEHICLE
How many feet should away you keep your vehicle when there is an emergency vehicle traveling on the road?
500 feet
How many feet away should you keep your vehicle when there is a police car with sirens on traveling on the road?
300 feet
What should you do when approaching a school bus that is picking up or dropping of kids?
Come to a COMPLETE STOP regardless your direction of travel
Are yourequired to stop for a school bus on a divided roadway (separated by barriers) when traveling in the opposite direction?
No
How many mph should you drive in a school crossing if no limit is posted?
15 mph
How many mph should you drive in a business or residential district?
25 mph
How many mph should you drive on an open highway if no limit is posted?
55 mph or 65 mph
How many mph should you drive on a rural interstate highway if no limit is posted?
75 mph
What color are speed limit areas? Like Road construction, flagger, or detour signs..
Orange
What color are regulating speed signs? Like merging, no passing zone signs..
Yellow
What color are school zone signs?
Yellow
When driving on wet or icy roads do you increase or reduce your speed?
Reduce
When driving in bad weather, _______ the following distance from the vehicle in front of you.
Double
What does a red light mean?
STOP
What does a yellow light mean?
SLOW DOWN. The light is about to turn red.
You are driving and have entered an intersection and the light turns yellow. Should you stop or continue driving?
Continue driving
What does a green light mean?
GO
A flashing red light is the same as a what?
Stop sign
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
Slow Down
What does a red arrow mean?
You may not turn in the direction of the arrow.
What does a yellow arrow mean?
It means that the light is about to change to red so if you have not entered the intersection, you must stop and wait for the green arrow
What does a green arrow mean?
Proceed in the direction of that arrow
A stop sign has how many sides?
8 sides
What does a triangle pointing down sign mean?
Yield the right-of-way to cross traffic or to merging traffic
What do rectangular signs do? Like speed, wrong way, no u turn signs..
Regulate traffic, speed, and direction
What color are warning diamond signs and what is the purpose?
Yellow; warn of possible danger ahead
STUDY SIGNS ON P39,40,41,42
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True or False: Passing another vehicle in a school crossing zone is prohibited.
True
When you arrive at a railroad crossing, you must stop no closer than ___ feet from the nearest railroad track when you observe: flashing red lights lowered crossing gate, ringing bells, or flagger warning of an approaching train.
15 feet
__________ are used to tell where you are located. They are set 2 feet off the right shoulder and are about 1 mile apart.
Mile posts
Fines ________ when traffic violations occur in work zones on Arizona highways
Double
What color is used for road construction signs?
Orange
_________ are used in road work zones to stop, slow, or guide traffic safely through the area. They usually wear orange vests/jackets
Flaggers
Broken yellow lines separate lanes of traffic going in what direction?
Opposite directions; passing is permitted
What does a broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow mean?
Passing is permitted only in one direction; if the broken yellow line is on your side, you may pass; if the solid line is on your side, you may not pass
What do double solid yellow lines mean?
Passing is not allowed in either direction
Can you pass solid yellow lines?
NO
What do broken white lines mean?
Separate lanes of traffic going in the same direction; may be crossed with caution
What do solid white lines mean?
Used for turn lanes and to prevent lane changes by intersections.
What do white curbs mean?
You may stop only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers
What do yellow curbs mean?
You may stop only long enough to load or unload. Stay with your car.
What do red curbs mean?
You may not stop, stand, or park
What does a double solid white line mean?
Separates 2 lanes of traffic going in the same direction
When making a _____ turn, stay close to the right curb or edge of the road.
Right
True or False: When making a right turn at a red light, you must first come to a complete stop before reaching the marked or unmarked crosswalk.
True
True or False: You can NEVER cross a solid line no matter the color
True
When making a left turn on a two-way road, approach the turn with your car in the lane just to the right of the center line, turn just to the left of the center point of the intersection, and enter the lane just to the right of the center line.
True
How many days do you have to report a change of address?
10 days
Left Turn from One-Way Road to One-Way Road
Approach with your car in the traffic lane nearest the left curb. Turn without swinging wide and bring your car into the extreme left traffic lane onto the road you are entering. You may make the turn against a red light.
Left Turn from Two-Way Road to One-Way Road
Approach the turn in the traffic lane just to the right of the center line. As you enter the intersection, turn into the extreme left lane of the road you are entering.
Left Turn from One-Way Road to Two-Way Road
Approach the intersection in the traffic lane closest to the left curb. Turn into the lane just to the right of the center line. This turn CANNOT be made against a red light
STUDY PICTURES ON P45, 46
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True or False: Automobiles may turn across the Metro Light Rail tracks only from designated turn lanes.
True
KNOW WARNING SIGN ON P50
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When driving on slippery roads, you should double your following distance to at least ____ seconds to allow for the extra distance needed to adjust your speed or to stop
6 seconds
To gain more control over your vehicle in a windstorm, should you speed up or slow down?
Slow down
If you are caught in a severe dust storm you must:
1) Reduce your speed immediately
2) Drive carefully off the highway
3) Stop as far to the right as possible
4) Turn off your lights/take your foot off the brake
5) Turn off hazard lights
6) Wait until the storm has passed
In a rainstorm, you must:
Slow down to increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead to at least 6 seconds; Be careful during the 30 minutes after rain begins
What is it called when your tires lose contact with the road at 50 miles an hour during heavy rain?
Hydroplaning
To prevent hydroplaning (in a rainstorm):
1) Take your foot off the accelerator
2) Do not brake
3) Avoid steering changes
4) Hold the wheel firmly until your tires grip the road again
It is important to slow down in a fog. Should you use your low or high beams while driving through a fog?
Low beams
True or False: In snow/ice, turning on your headlights is necessary.
True
What should you do if your wheels lock?
Ease off break but don't release
True or False: You must use headlights from sunset to sunrise.
True
Should you use high beams or low beams on highways when no other vehicle is coming toward you within 500 feet?
High Beams
Should you use high beams or low beams when following another car whenever you are within 200 feet?
Low Beams
DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE. If you are under 21, any trace of alcohol, illegal drugs or drugs that impair your ability to drive safely will result in stiff penalties and your license will be suspended for ___ years
2 years
What is "DUI"?
Driving Under the Influence
How many months will your license be suspended if you fail or refuse to take any DUI tests?
12 months
First Offense DUI (You have an alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more)
Jailed for 10 days; fine of $1,250
Second and subsequent offenses of DUI
Jailed for 90 days; fine of $3,000
Extreme DUI First Offense (Alcohol Concentration of 0.15% or more)
Jailed for 30 days; fine of $2,500
Second and subsequent offenses of Extreme DUI
Jailed for 120 days; fine of $3,250
Aggravated DUI
Jailed for 2 years; license revoked for 3 years
What to do during a Tire Blowout:
1) Hold steering wheel tightly and keep your vehicle going straight
2) Ease off the gas pedal and do not apply brakes
3) Let the vehicle slow down until stopped
4) Pull off roadway and apply brakes
What to do if Vehicle catches on Fire:
1) Pull quickly off road
2) Shut off ignition
3) Get passengers away from car
What to do if engine Overheats:
1) Pull to the side of the road
2) Turn engine off immediately
3) Raise the hood
What to do if Power Steering Fails (example: car engine dies)
1) Pull on the wheel with both hands to complete the turn and steer to the right side of the road
2) Stop the car; push brakes extra hard if there is no power brakes
3) Shift to neutral
**What to do if your vehicle Skids:
1) Do not press on the brake
2) Turn the wheel in the direction you want your vehicle to follow
3) Turn wheel back the other way
4) Continue until out of skid
Should you turn your wheel towards the direction of the skid when your vehicle is skidding?
YES
TRUE OR FALSE: ANY CAR TURNING LEFT MUST YIELD TO ALL ONCOMING TRAFFIC
TRUE
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