Motor Vehicle Division Traffic Laws and Regulations 5

Question 1

What is the correct action when an emergency vehicle with sirens and lights is approaching from behind while you are on a multi-lane road?

Accepted Answer

Pull over to the right edge of the road and stop

Answer

You must pull over to the right side of the road and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.

Question 2

Under what circumstance may you pass a vehicle on the right?

Accepted Answer

When the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is a usable lane to the right

Answer

Passing on the right is generally permitted only when the vehicle ahead is making or waiting to make a left turn.

Question 3

What does it mean when pavement markings show a 'bicycle lane' on the roadway?

Accepted Answer

The lane is reserved exclusively for bicycles and motor vehicles must not enter

Answer

A designated bicycle lane is reserved for bicycle traffic, and motor vehicles must not travel or park in it except to cross it briefly.

Question 4

When is it legal to pass a school bus that is stopped with red lights flashing on a divided highway?

Accepted Answer

If you are on the opposite side of a raised median or dividing barrier

Answer

On a divided highway with a physical median, vehicles on the opposite side of the median from a stopped school bus may pass without stopping.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the 'Move Over' law found in most U.S. states?

Accepted Answer

Require drivers to change lanes away from stopped emergency or service vehicles on the roadside

Answer

Move Over laws require drivers to change lanes (or slow significantly) when passing stationary emergency or roadside service vehicles with lights active.

Motor Vehicle Division Practice Test

Motor Vehicle Division Practice Test

Motor Vehicle Division Traffic Laws and Regulations 5