Road Safety & Rules Flashcards

When driving in heavy fog, which lights should you use?

Answer: Low beams and fog lights

Low beams and fog lights reduce glare and improve visibility in foggy conditions; high beams reflect off fog and reduce visibility.

What does a solid white line on the right edge of a highway indicate?

Answer: The edge of the travel lane

A solid white edge line marks the right boundary of the travel lane and separates the roadway from the shoulder.

A driver approaching a school bus with flashing red lights must:

Answer: Stop and remain stopped until lights stop flashing

All traffic must stop when a school bus displays flashing red lights until the lights stop and the bus resumes movement.

Which of the following is a correct action when your vehicle begins to hydroplane?

Answer: Ease off the gas and steer straight

Easing off the accelerator and holding a straight course allows the tires to regain contact with the road surface.

What is the minimum safe following distance under normal conditions?

Answer: 3 seconds

The 3-second rule provides adequate reaction and braking distance under normal driving conditions.

When must you yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk?

Answer: Always, whether marked or unmarked

Drivers must yield to pedestrians at all crosswalks — marked or unmarked — at intersections and mid-block locations.

What should a driver do immediately after a tire blowout at highway speed?

Answer: Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer straight

Firm steering and gradual deceleration prevent the vehicle from spinning or overturning after a sudden blowout.