Parking, Right-of-Way, and Intersections Flashcards
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When two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at exactly the same time, who has the right-of-way?
Answer: The vehicle on the right
At an uncontrolled intersection when vehicles arrive simultaneously, you must yield to the vehicle on your right — this is the 'yield to the right' rule.
How far from a fire hydrant must you park in Indiana?
Answer: 15 feet
Indiana law requires vehicles to park at least 15 feet from a fire hydrant to ensure emergency access for firefighters.
When turning left at a green light at an intersection, you must yield to:
Answer: Oncoming traffic and pedestrians in your path
A green light for a left turn is unprotected — you must yield to all oncoming vehicles and pedestrians crossing in your path before turning.
What does a curb painted yellow indicate?
Answer: No stopping or parking at any time
A yellow curb generally means no stopping or parking — it is reserved for loading/unloading zones or fire lanes depending on local ordinance.
At a four-way stop, who proceeds first?
Answer: The first vehicle to come to a complete stop
At a four-way stop, the vehicle that arrived and stopped first has the right-of-way and proceeds before others.
What is the minimum distance you must park from a marked or unmarked crosswalk in most jurisdictions?
Answer: 20 feet
You must not park within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection to ensure pedestrian visibility and driver sightlines.