Chauffeur Traffic Laws & Regulations

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of traffic laws?

Accepted Answer

To protect public safety and maintain order on the road.

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To ensure that traffic flows at the highest possible speed.

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To impose fines for violations.

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To allow drivers to drive without restrictions.

Question 2

What is the legal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit for commercial vehicle drivers in most states?

Accepted Answer

Answer

0.04%.

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0.08%.

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0.10%.

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0.02%.

Question 3

What does a yellow traffic light indicate?

Accepted Answer

It means prepare to stop.

Answer

It means go faster.

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It means stop immediately.

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It means turn left.

Question 4

What should you do when approaching a school bus with its red lights flashing?

Accepted Answer

Stop your vehicle and wait until the lights stop flashing.

Answer

Continue driving at a slower speed.

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Drive in the opposite direction.

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Proceed only if the bus is moving.

Question 5

What is the speed limit in residential areas unless otherwise posted?

Accepted Answer

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25 mph.

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15 mph.

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30 mph.

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40 mph.

Question 6

What should you do if you are involved in a minor accident with no injuries?

Accepted Answer

Exchange insurance information and contact authorities if necessary.

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Leave the scene immediately.

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Argue with the other driver.

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Ignore the damage and drive away.

Question 7

When should you use your vehicle's horn?

Accepted Answer

Only in emergency situations or to avoid an accident.

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To signal that you are angry.

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To greet other drivers.

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To alert pedestrians walking on the road.

Question 8

What is the proper procedure when merging onto a freeway?

Accepted Answer

Match the speed of traffic and merge when safe.

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Speed up and force your way into the lane.

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Slow down and wait for a gap.

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Stop and wait for an instruction from traffic signals.

Question 9

What should you do if your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks?

Accepted Answer

Exit the vehicle and move away from the tracks immediately.

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Try to restart the engine.

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Wait for the train to pass.

Answer

Call your insurance company.