DMV Vehicle Code Definitions 3

Question 1

What is a 'median' as defined in the Vehicle Code?

Accepted Answer

The area between two roadways of a divided highway separated by a physical barrier or unpaved area

Answer

A median is the area separating opposing lanes of a divided highway, which may be a physical barrier or unpaved strip.

Question 2

Under the Vehicle Code, what is a 'pedestrian'?

Accepted Answer

Any person who is afoot or using a wheelchair, electric personal assistive mobility device, or similar conveyance

Answer

A pedestrian includes not just people on foot but also those using wheelchairs and similar non-motorized mobility devices.

Question 3

How does the Vehicle Code define 'reckless driving'?

Accepted Answer

Driving with willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property

Answer

Reckless driving is legally defined as driving with willful or wanton disregard for safety, which is a higher standard than ordinary negligence.

Question 4

What is a 'safety zone' in Vehicle Code terminology?

Accepted Answer

The area officially set apart within a roadway for the exclusive use of pedestrians, protected by traffic control devices or barriers

Answer

A safety zone is an area within the roadway set apart exclusively for pedestrians and protected by official traffic controls or barriers.

Question 5

What is a 'laned roadway' according to the Vehicle Code?

Accepted Answer

A roadway that is divided into two or more clearly marked lanes for vehicular traffic

Answer

A laned roadway is specifically one divided into two or more clearly marked lanes for vehicular traffic.

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