Traffic Laws & Road Safety Flashcards

On an undivided two-lane road, a school bus stops with red lights flashing and stop arm extended. Who must stop?

Answer: Vehicles traveling in both directions

On an undivided road, traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus displaying flashing red lights.

When stopping for a train at a railroad crossing, you must generally stop no closer than how far from the nearest rail?

Answer: 15 feet

Most state laws require stopping between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail.

Under implied consent laws, what happens if you refuse a chemical test for alcohol when lawfully requested?

Answer: Your license can be suspended or revoked

By driving, you agree to chemical testing, and refusing leads to an administrative license suspension or revocation.

Zero-tolerance laws for drivers under 21 typically set the BAC limit at:

Answer: 0.02% or lower

Zero-tolerance laws set the BAC limit for underage drivers at 0.02% or lower, depending on the state.

What does a steady yellow traffic light mean?

Answer: The light is about to turn red, so stop if you can do so safely

A steady yellow warns that the signal is about to turn red, so you should stop if you can do it safely.

Where is the safest place for children under 13 to ride in a passenger vehicle?

Answer: The back seat, properly restrained

Children under 13 are safest properly restrained in the back seat, away from front airbags.

A driver extends their left arm out the window and points it downward. What does this hand signal mean?

Answer: Slowing or stopping

A left arm extended downward is the standard hand signal for slowing or stopping.