Vehicle Code Definitions Flashcards
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What is a 'median' as defined in the Vehicle Code?
Answer: The area between two roadways of a divided highway separated by a physical barrier or unpaved area
A median is the area separating opposing lanes of a divided highway, which may be a physical barrier or unpaved strip.
Under the Vehicle Code, what is a 'pedestrian'?
Answer: Any person who is afoot or using a wheelchair, electric personal assistive mobility device, or similar conveyance
A pedestrian includes not just people on foot but also those using wheelchairs and similar non-motorized mobility devices.
How does the Vehicle Code define 'reckless driving'?
Answer: Driving with willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property
Reckless driving is legally defined as driving with willful or wanton disregard for safety, which is a higher standard than ordinary negligence.
What is a 'safety zone' in Vehicle Code terminology?
Answer: The area officially set apart within a roadway for the exclusive use of pedestrians, protected by traffic control devices or barriers
A safety zone is an area within the roadway set apart exclusively for pedestrians and protected by official traffic controls or barriers.
What is a 'laned roadway' according to the Vehicle Code?
Answer: A roadway that is divided into two or more clearly marked lanes for vehicular traffic
A laned roadway is specifically one divided into two or more clearly marked lanes for vehicular traffic.
What does 'vehicle' mean under the Vehicle Code?
Answer: A device by which any person or property may be propelled, moved, or drawn upon a highway, except a device moved exclusively by human power or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks
The Vehicle Code's definition of 'vehicle' is broad, excluding only human-powered devices and rail vehicles.
What is 'roadway' as distinguished from 'highway' in the Vehicle Code?
Answer: The roadway is the portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel
The roadway is specifically the portion of the highway designed and used for vehicles, excluding shoulders and sidewalks.