DMV Permit Test #1
You are permitted to turn left even if the light in front of you is red.
At a red light, left turns can only be made from a one-way street onto a left-moving one-way street, and only if there is no sign prohibiting the turn. Left turns cannot be made at a red light from any other street. Give way to pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles that have the right of way because their light is green. (It is important to keep in mind that the laws regarding left turns at red lights may vary from state to state.)
You are being signaled by the driver in front of you who is pointing both his or her hand and arm upward. The intent of this driver is to
You are free to use either the signal lights on your vehicle or hand signals. Make use of hand signals in the event that the signal lights are not functioning properly or if strong sunlight makes it difficult to see them. When a driver in front of you signals that they are going to turn right with their hand and arm pointing upward, you should prepare to make that turn.
How does the stop sign look like?
In most parts of the world, the shape of the stop sign is that of an octagon. A sign advising motorists to come to a complete stop and wait until it is safe to continue their journey.
A person is guilty of a misdemeanor that can be punished by a fine if they flee or attempt to evade law enforcement officers who are performing their duties willfully.
Anyone who willfully evades or attempts to evade law enforcement that is performing their duties while operating a motor vehicle is guilty of a misdemeanor that is punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for a period of not more than one year.
If a cyclist approaching from your right arrives at the same intersection as you do, you need to
At intersections, you must yield the right of way to the vehicle or bicycle that arrives first, or you must yield to the vehicle or bicycle on your right if both of you arrive at the intersection at the same time.
What does it mean when the white lines on the pavement are broken?
White lines that are broken indicate that vehicles are allowed to pass one another, but this should only be done when it is safe to do so.
What exactly does it mean when a traffic sign is colored red?
The color "RED" on the signal light indicates that drivers should come to a complete stop well in advance of the stop line and avoid crowding the intersection. Only turn left when there is a sign indicating that you should turn left in a red signal. It is important to remember to give pedestrians and vehicles from other directions the right way when turning.
The 'One Way' sign indicates the
The "One Way" sign indicates that drivers must travel in the direction indicated by the arrow on the sign. This sign is typically placed at the entrance of a one-way street or a specific section of a roadway where traffic is restricted to one direction only.
If the wheels of your vehicle move off the pavement and onto the shoulder of the road, you need to:
If your vehicle's wheels move off the pavement and onto the shoulder of the road, it is generally advisable to slow down and safely maneuver your vehicle back onto the pavement.
Drivers benefit from scanning the road ahead for dangers by:
Drivers can better see traffic signs, driving instructions, other vehicles, and people up ahead by scanning the road for potential hazards.
Always allow enough room in front of you when:
When you are following a motorcycle, always allow extra room in front of you.
When a "Road Work Ahead" notice appears, you ought to:
You should be ready to slow down to the posted lower speed limit when you notice a "Road Work Ahead" sign.
Wearing a safety belt is advised:
Wearing a safety belt is required for both drivers and passengers at all times.
How can you handle irate drivers while avoiding road rage?
To avoid road rage, you should deal with aggressive drivers by allowing them plenty of space.
If a big truck is coming up behind you as you are traveling down the motorway, you should:
Driving on the freeway with a heavy truck in front of you requires you to follow further behind than you would for a passenger car.
Driving in foggy road conditions requires that you:
Your low-beam headlights should be on when you're traveling on foggy roads.