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FL DMV Vehicle Safety and Equipment Flashcards

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  1. In Florida, what is the law regarding using a handheld cell phone while driving in a school or work zone?

    Answer: It is prohibited and subject to a fine

    Florida's hands-free law prohibits holding or using a handheld wireless device while driving in a designated school zone or work zone.

  2. Under Florida's hands-free law enacted in 2020, using a handheld phone while driving on most roads is:

    Answer: A secondary offense — police must have another reason to stop you

    Florida's hands-free law makes handheld phone use a secondary offense on most roads, meaning police need another primary reason to pull you over.

  3. What does a flashing yellow 'check engine' light on a Florida vehicle's dashboard most likely indicate?

    Answer: A serious engine misfire that requires immediate attention

    A flashing check engine light (as opposed to steady) indicates a serious misfire that could damage the catalytic converter and requires prompt service.

  4. Florida law requires that a vehicle transporting cargo must ensure the load:

    Answer: Is secured so it cannot shift, fall, or become a hazard

    Florida law requires all cargo to be properly secured so it cannot shift, leak, spill, blow, or fall from the vehicle while in transit.

  5. In Florida, when is it legal to back a vehicle onto a highway from a private road or driveway?

    Answer: It is never legal to back onto a highway in Florida

    Florida law prohibits backing a vehicle onto a highway from a private road or driveway — you must enter forward or turn around before reaching the highway.

  6. Which of the following is true about window tinting regulations in Florida?

    Answer: Windshields may not have any tint below the AS-1 line

    Florida law prohibits window tinting on the windshield below the manufacturer's AS-1 line (the uppermost portion), though non-reflective tint is allowed above it.