Traffic Laws and Regulations Flashcards
7 cards from real Motor Vehicle Division practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 7 Traffic Laws and Regulations flashcards as text
When approaching a pedestrian in a crosswalk, you must:
Answer: Stop and yield until the pedestrian has fully crossed your lane
You must stop and remain stopped until a pedestrian has completely cleared the lane you are traveling in.
What is the minimum following distance recommended in normal driving conditions?
Answer: Three seconds behind the vehicle ahead
A three-second following distance is the minimum recommended gap in normal conditions, giving you time to react and stop.
Which of the following is a legal reason to drive in the left lane on a multi-lane highway?
Answer: You are passing a slower vehicle or preparing to turn left
The left lane on a multi-lane highway is intended for passing or left turns — not for continuous travel at any speed.
How should you position your vehicle when making a right turn at an intersection?
Answer: Move to the far right lane and turn close to the right curb
When turning right, move into the far right lane and make the turn close to the right curb to avoid swinging wide.
What does a red curb painted on the street indicate?
Answer: No stopping, standing, or parking at any time
A red curb means no stopping, standing, or parking — it is often found in fire lanes or bus zones.
When driving in heavy fog, you should use:
Answer: Low-beam headlights or fog lights
Low-beam headlights or fog lights cut through fog better because high beams reflect off fog and reduce visibility.
If a traffic signal is not working at an intersection, you should treat it as:
Answer: An all-way stop sign
A non-functioning traffic signal should be treated as an all-way stop — all vehicles must stop and yield before proceeding.