Road Skills Flashcards
5 cards from real AL DMV practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 5 Road Skills flashcards as text
When parallel parking, what is the proper way to begin the maneuver?
Answer: Pull up next to the car in front of the parking space, then back into the space
This method is the standard and safest technique for parallel parking. By aligning your vehicle alongside the car in front of the desired space, you create the necessary angle and distance to back into the spot smoothly. This approach allows for better visibility and control, minimizing the risk of hitting other vehicles or the curb.
What should you do if you approach a four-way stop at the same time as another vehicle?
Answer: Both vehicles must stop, and then the one on the right has the right of way
At a four-way stop, all drivers must come to a complete stop. The general rule is that the driver who arrived first proceeds first. If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle on the right has the right of way to proceed safely, helping to prevent confusion and collisions at intersections.
When making a right turn on red, what must you do?
Answer: Come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and cross traffic
Making a right turn on red is permitted in most states, including Alabama, but only after coming to a full and complete stop. Drivers must then yield to all pedestrians and any vehicles already in the intersection or approaching from cross traffic before safely completing the turn. This ensures the safety of others and prevents accidents.
How should you handle a situation where you are driving on a two-lane road and an emergency vehicle with flashing lights approaches from behind?
Answer: Pull over to the right side of the road and stop
When an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or sirens approaches from behind, drivers are legally required to yield the right-of-way. This means safely pulling over to the extreme right edge of the roadway and stopping until the emergency vehicle has passed. This action clears the path for emergency responders to reach their destination quickly and safely.
What should you do if you encounter a pedestrian crossing the street at an unmarked crosswalk?
Answer: Stop and yield to the pedestrian
Drivers must always yield to pedestrians, even if they are crossing at an unmarked crosswalk. Pedestrians have the right-of-way in such situations, and drivers are legally obligated to stop and allow them to cross safely. Failing to do so can result in fines and endanger the pedestrian, emphasizing the importance of pedestrian safety.