LTO - Exam Reviewer Right-of-Way and Road Position Questions and Answers 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A driver approaching a pedestrian crossing where a blind person with a white cane is waiting must:
- Sound the horn to alert the pedestrian and proceed
- Stop and wait until the pedestrian has fully crossed before proceeding (Correct answer)
- Slow down and pass quickly behind the pedestrian
- Flash headlights to signal the pedestrian to cross quickly
Correct answer: Stop and wait until the pedestrian has fully crossed before proceeding
Drivers must stop and give way to visually impaired pedestrians, waiting for them to fully complete their crossing before moving.
Pedestrians with disabilities, including those with white canes (visually impaired), have full right-of-way at pedestrian crossings. Drivers must come to a complete stop and wait until the pedestrian has fully crossed. Sounding the horn at a blind pedestrian can cause disorientation and panic.
Question 2: When a driver encounters a 'YIELD' sign at a T-intersection, they must yield to:
- Only vehicles coming from the right
- All vehicles on the through road (the top of the T) (Correct answer)
- Only large vehicles such as trucks and buses
- No one if they are traveling faster than the other vehicles
Correct answer: All vehicles on the through road (the top of the T)
At a T-intersection with a Yield sign, the driver on the minor road (bottom of the T) must yield to all vehicles traveling on the major through road.
A T-intersection has a through road and a road that terminates into it. The driver on the terminating road faces a Yield sign and must give way to all vehicles on the through road from both directions. This is the fundamental right-of-way principle ensuring smooth flow on the main road.
Question 3: What is the minimum distance a vehicle must maintain from a pedestrian crossing while parking?
- 1 meter
- 3 meters
- 5 meters (Correct answer)
- 10 meters
Correct answer: 5 meters
Vehicles must not park within 5 meters of a pedestrian crossing to ensure pedestrians and drivers have clear visibility.
Parking too close to a pedestrian crossing reduces visibility for both pedestrians stepping into the road and drivers approaching the crossing. RA 4136 and related regulations prohibit parking within 5 meters of a pedestrian crossing. Violations are subject to fines, and the vehicle may be towed.
Question 4: In a tunnel, which driving practice is prohibited?
- Using headlights
- Overtaking other vehicles inside the tunnel (Correct answer)
- Driving below the minimum speed
- Maintaining 2-second following distance
Correct answer: Overtaking other vehicles inside the tunnel
Overtaking inside tunnels is prohibited because the limited space, restricted visibility, and potential for fumes make it extremely dangerous.
Overtaking in tunnels is prohibited under traffic regulations because tunnels have no room for error, exhaust fumes can impair visibility, and the echo of horns and engines adds confusion. Headlights are mandatory inside tunnels. Drivers must maintain lane discipline throughout.
Question 5: Is lane splitting (driving a motorcycle between lanes of traffic) legal in the Philippines?
- Yes — it is explicitly legal under RA 4136
- It is not explicitly legalized and remains in a legal gray area — motorcycles are still subject to lane rules (Correct answer)
- Yes — it is legal only on national roads
- Yes — if the motorcycle is below 150cc
Correct answer: It is not explicitly legalized and remains in a legal gray area — motorcycles are still subject to lane rules
Lane splitting is not explicitly legalized under Philippine traffic law and motorcycles are generally expected to stay within their lane.
Philippine traffic law does not explicitly legalize lane splitting (filtering between lanes of traffic). While it is commonly practiced, it exists in a legal gray area. Motorcycles are technically subject to the same lane discipline as other vehicles. Several bills have been proposed to legalize it with conditions.
Question 6: What does 'road position' mean in the context of Philippine driving rules?
- The GPS coordinates of the vehicle
- The lateral placement of a vehicle within its lane and relative to other road users (Correct answer)
- The official name of the road segment
- The vehicle's position in the traffic queue
Correct answer: The lateral placement of a vehicle within its lane and relative to other road users
Road position refers to where a vehicle is placed laterally within its lane and in relation to other vehicles, pedestrians, and road features.
Correct road position is essential for safety. Drivers should normally keep to the right of their lane on two-lane roads. Near intersections, road position communicates intent (right lane = turn right, left lane = turn left or go straight). Poor road position causes confusion and accidents.
LTO - Exam Reviewer Right-of-Way and Road Position Questions and Answers 3
A driver approaching a pedestrian crossing where a blind person with a white cane is waiting must: