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108 Cards in this Set
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There is a green arrow in front of you at a turn, do you immediately proceed?
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Yes, you are protected. They have a red light. (Always be on the lookout regardless)
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There is a solid green light at a turn, do you immediately proceed?
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No, you are not protected. They will keep driving forward. You must yield to all traffic.
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Pedestrians are crossing the road in front of you, but you need to make a turn. What do you do?
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Always yield to pedestrians. Stop before the crosswalk, then move a little forward after they've passed.
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You signal to make a right turn but you have a red arrow. Can you turn?
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Yes, you may make a right turn on a red arrow and also a left turn at a red arrow if you are on a one-way street and traffic is moving in the same direction (same goes for red lights)
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This is a sure way to fail the driving test. What must you do before attempting to make a right turn (limit lines are present)?
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Stop *before* limit lines, check for pedestrians, and then advance
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What is an illegal left turn (double lanes)?
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In double turn lanes, you turn onto the wrong lane. Stay in the lane you turn in.
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Define what SMOG signifies
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Signal, Mirror, Over the shoulder, Go
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Always be scanning for?
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Enemies. There are countless on the road, they can be anything and are a danger to you and others. Keep your eye scanner enabled at all times.
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What does a solid yellow line on the road mean?
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2 way traffic, no passing allowed
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What does a dotted white line mean? Can you pass?
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Cars are traveling in the same direction, you can pass
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What does a dotted yellow line mean? Can you pass?
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2 way traffic, can pass driver
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What does a double solid yellow line mean?
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Absolutely no passing on either side, 2 direction traffic
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What does a one dotted, one solid line mean?
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The side with the dotted lines can pass but not the solid. Solid = never pass.
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Dotted lines = lanes are "broken" so you can pass. Solid lines = never allowed to pass.
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NOTE
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What does a white curb signify?
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Passenger loading
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What does a yellow curb signify?
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Commercial loading (passengers or freight)
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What does a green curb signify?
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Limited Time
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What does a blue curb signify?
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Handicap
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What does a red curb signify?
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No parking (no parking near fire hydrant)
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When turning, check what?
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Rear view mirror. Fender benders aren't pretty.
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You're 5 miles above the speed limit, would this cause you to fail the test?
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Yes
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You are waiting for a coming car to pass so you can turn right. The oncoming car turns on their turn signal into your area, do you proceed to take your turn from here?
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No, they could be turning into an area in front of you. You would crash into the car for assuming.
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Signal at least __ seconds before turning.
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5 seconds
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Use the __ second rule with car distance
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3 second
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Are high beams appropriate to use during fog and rain?
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No, they limit your sight more. The harsh light illuminates the drops of rain and fog.
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If you can't see 100ft in front of you, it's not safe to go over __mph
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If you can't see 100ft in front of you, it's not safe to go over 30mph.
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What you need for your driver's test: social security, birth certificate, proof of Illinois residency, _____?
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I have no idea, so double check.
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When parking uphill, which way do the wheels turn?
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Away from the curb
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When parking downhill, which way do the wheels turn?
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Towards the curb
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If there is no curb on an uphill or downhill park, which way do the wheels turn?
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Toward where the curb would be to make sure the vehicle rolls away from the street, not towards it
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Before pulling out of a downhill or uphill park, what should you always do? Neglecting to do this will result in failing the test.
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Look over your shoulder
! always important ! |
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When stopping at stop signs, you must *always* stop ____ ?
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all the way, fully, before the line, etc
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You and another car at a 4 way stop at the same time. Who goes first?
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The car on the left always yields to the car on the right. (Right Of Way)
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Rural interstate tollways, freeways, and some four lane highways have a max speed limit of ___ mph
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Rural interstate tollways, freeways, and some four lane highways have a max speed limit of 65 mph
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The maximum speed limit on most other rural highways is ___ mph
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The maximum speed limit on most other rural highways is 55 mph
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Before pulling out of a downhill or uphill park, what should you always do? Neglecting to do this will result in failing the test.
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Look over your shoulder
! always important ! |
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When stopping at stop signs, you must *always* stop ____ ?
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all the way, fully, before the line, etc
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You and another car at a 4 way stop at the same time. Who goes first?
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The car on the left always yields to the car on the right. (Right Of Way)
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Rural interstate tollways, freeways, and some four lane highways have a max speed limit of ___ mph
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Rural interstate tollways, freeways, and some four lane highways have a max speed limit of 65 mph
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The maximum speed limit on most other rural highways is ___ mph
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The maximum speed limit on most other rural highways is 55 mph
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The maximum speed limit (under safe conditions) in city/town areas is:
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The maximum speed limit (under safe conditions) in city/town areas is: 30mph max unless otherwise stated
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The maximum speed limit (under safe conditions) in alleys is:
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The maximum speed limit (under safe conditions) in alleys is: 15 mph max
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The maximum speed limit in school zones is:
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The maximum speed limit in school zones is: 20mph max 7am - 4pm or when children are present + signs are posted.
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What is the fine for speeding in a school zone?
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$150 fine
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What is the consequence of hurting a child in a school zone?
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$25,000 fine and a minimum 1 year driving suspension
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What is the consequence of hurting a construction worker?
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$100,000, driving suspension of 90 days and at least 2 years in prison.
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There are still car(s) waiting to turn at an intersection even though you have a green light. You must always ____ to those cars.
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There are still car(s) waiting to turn at an intersection even though you have a green light. You must always yield to those cars.
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Don't forget the ________ right of way
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pedestrian
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You must make sure you are how far from the airbag, in inches?
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10-12 inches from the airbag
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When passing a vehicle (across dotted lines), you must return to your lane before you get within ___ ft of an oncoming vehicle
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When passing a vehicle (across dotted lines), you must return to your lane before you get within 200 ft of an oncoming vehicle
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It is permissible to pass a car on the shoulder of the road
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No, never
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It is acceptable to pass a car on the right (but not on the shoulder):
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It is acceptable to pass a car on the right (but not on the shoulder):
- vehicle you're passing is making a left turn - one way street or roadway with 2 or more clear lanes in each direction - intersection that is widened for this purpose |
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Name 3 instances where passing on a two-lane, two-way roadway is not allowed:
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Name 3 instances where passing on a two-lane, two-way roadway is not allowed:
- No passing zone (sign) - Solid yellow line - Hills or curves (limited sight) - No passing within 100ft of an intersection or railroad crossing - View blocked within 100ft of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel - Vehicle has stopped at a crosswalk for a pedestrian - Construction zone - School zone - School bus - Driving off the road onto dirt to pass = always a no |
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As a driver you must make sure you are at least _ ft away from bicyclists on the road
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As a driver you must make sure you are at least 3 ft away from bicyclists on the road
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What lane is reserved for slow vehicles?
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right
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It is acceptable to weave through lanes under certain conditions
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No, it is unlawful
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While in business and residential areas, it is required to signal __ft before turning
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While in business and residential areas, it is required to signal 100ft before turning
(3 second rule) |
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Besides residential and business areas, it is required you signal __ft in other areas
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200ft
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A driver in front of you has their arm out the window at a right angle, what does this mean?
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Right turn
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A driver in front of you has their arm completely extended, what does this mean?
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Left turn
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You cannot do this unless you see 500ft in all directions. What is it?
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u-turn
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Railroad crossings:
stop 15ft to __ ft from nearest rail |
50ft
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Drivers do not have to come to a complete stop before entering the sidewalk area when moving out an alley, building, private road, or driveway so long as they check for pedestrians as they drive
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False, must come to a complete stop before entering those areas
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When parallel parking, the wheels must be within how many inches of the curb?
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12 inches of the curb
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If you stop, stand, park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant you will fail the test.
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NOTE
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There is no current law against phone usage in construction or school zones
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FALSE. No phone in construction or school zones
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There is a new Illinois law that states a driver cant type or send text messages while driving except if the car is parked or neutral on a roadway. T or F?
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TRUE
GPS and + navigational devices are exempt. |
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You may not operate a neighborhood or low speed vehicle on a street , road, or highway without liability insurance. T or F?
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TRUE
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A driver is allowed to use a wireless phone if they are at least 18 years old. T or F?
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FALSE
Cannot use it if they are under 19, only in case of emergencies |
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It is against the law to open car doors on the side traffic is moving. T or F?
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TRUE
unless it can be done safely (but it must be done quickly) |
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It is not against the law to use a headset while driving. T or F?
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FALSE
Although single-sided headset pieces are permitted. Motorcyclists may use intercom helmets to communicate |
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Law states that a sound system cannot be so loud it can be heard 75ft away on a highway. T or F?
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TRUE
We'd all like to enjoy our own music too knuckleheads |
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It is illegal to hitchhike. What is/are the consequence(s) if convicted?
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$2,500 and a year in jail
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If you violate the no soliciting law, you face paying... ?
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$2,500 and spending a year in jail
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Joggers, walkers must jog/walk against oncoming traffic
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NOTE
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It is illegal to drive if blood alcohol level is...?
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.08 or greater
Note: You can still be convicted even if it's lower than .08 |
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When driving on Illinois roadways, you automatically consent to submit to certain tests such as breath tests, blood tests, and urine tests. T or F?
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TRUE
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You are slammed with a DUI. What are the consequences of your actions?
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arrested or convicted, put on permanent record, lose driving priveleges and vehicle registration and are also fined and/or imprisoned.
BAC is .08 or greater = driving priveleges suspended for 6 months. If tests are refused, one year. |
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If you are a second time DUI offender within a _ year period, your driving is suspended for one year or 3 if you refuse.
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If you are a second time DUI offender within a 5 year period, your driving is suspended for one year or 3 if you refuse.
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Illegal transportation of an alcoholic beverage container -- what does this mean?
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It is illegal for ANYONE to drink alcoholic beverages in a vehicle --> traffic citation. Can't have it open on the passenger's side.
If it is your second offense within 1 year, your license is suspended for one year. |
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What is an aggravated DUI?
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DUI + crash resulting in death or personal injury
- 3 DUI's - DUI involving a schoolbus and children - DUI without having a valid license, permit, or insurance |
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You are involved in a crash. What information do you ask for?
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Name, address, phone, license plate, drivers license number
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A crash report must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves death, bodily injury, or property damage of more than $1,500. T or F
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TRUE
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Square/rectangle signs mean? (e.g. speed limit)
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regulatory or guide signs
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The red and white yield sign signifies?
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Let all traffic and pedestrians go before proceeding. Slow down and stop if necessary.
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Diamond shaped signs are yellow, yellow-green, or orange with black letters. What do these mean? (e.g. merge sign)
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Slow down + use caution
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House-shaped signs are yellow and are used primarily for what?
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Yellow = caution, school zone/school crossing
2 children walking sign = school is near 2 children walking with a downward arrow = school crossing |
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Pizza slice-shaped signs are yellow w/ black lettering. These represent? Seen on the left side of a two lane, two way roadway
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No passing zone (caution, must be obeyed)
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Seeing a red sign signifies? Example?
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it is a regulatory sign and must be obeyed (stop, yield, do not enter, wrong way)
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A black and white sign means?
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Some are also regulatory (apart from red signs), others are used as route markers
(speed limit, etc) |
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Seeing a yellow-colored sign means?
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It is a warning sign. It tells you of road conditions and dangers ahead.
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An orange sign signifies:
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Orange signs are also warning signs. They alert you to possible danger due to construction and maintenance projects
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Seeing a green sign means?
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Green signs are guide signs. Where you are, which way to go, distance (expressway)
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Seeing a blue colored sign after hours of driving would provide relief to most. What does it mean?
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Stands for services, such as KFC, McDonalds, etc
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Brown signs stand for?
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parks and recreational signs (Zoos, etc)
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Yellow-green signs pose as?
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warning signs. Pedestrian crossings, school zone
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Encountering a pink sign on the road means?
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Pink signs stand for traffic incident signing. Possible dangers ahead due to unplanned traffic incidents such as traffic crashed or natural disasters
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Seeing this red octagon sign with a "4 way" sign under it means?
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It is a 4-way stop
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Where do you see red "Do Not Enter" signs?
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one-way streets, expressway ramps if you try to enter the wrong way
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What color and shape are "Wrong Way" signs?
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Red; Rectangle
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What color and shape are "One Way -->" signs?
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They are black and white, rectangle (varies in size)
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What do two way left turn signs look like?
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square, two arrows turning in different directions (both left sides)
black and white |
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Where would you see a "Divided Highway" sign?
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The sign is used on approaches to a divided highway. It tells you that a median separates both directions of traffic on the road you are going to turn to or cross
Rectangle sign <----|-- --|----> |
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The keep right sign looks like?
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Squiggled arrow to the right
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When you come across a "Pass With Care" sign it means?
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You are at the end of the no-passing zone and you may now pass only when it's safe
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When there is a pedestrian crossing sign with an arrow below it, it signifies there is a crosswalk where the arrow points. T or F?
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FALSE
it means there is NO crosswalk so you must be careful |
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Exit Ramps:
Posted at freeway exit ramps, this sign shows the maximum safe speed a vehicle can be driven on the ramp. T or F? (yellow, square) |
TRUE
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What is the "downgrade" sign?
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Diamond, yellow
This sign warns you of a dangerous hill. It may be very long or steep, or it may have sharp curves. Slow down before you start down the hill. |