Traffic Laws and Safe Driving Flashcards

In Montana, what is the speed limit in a school zone when children are present?

Answer: 25 mph

Montana law requires drivers to reduce speed to 25 mph in school zones when children are present or the beacon is flashing.

Montana's 'Basic Rule' for speed means drivers must:

Answer: Drive at a speed reasonable for conditions

Montana's Basic Rule requires that drivers travel at a safe and reasonable speed for conditions, which may be lower than the posted limit.

When is it legal to pass another vehicle on a two-lane road in Montana?

Answer: Only when a broken yellow line is on your side

Passing is legal on a two-lane road when there is a broken (dashed) yellow center line on your side, indicating no-pass restrictions are not in effect.

Montana's Move Over Law requires drivers approaching a stopped emergency vehicle to:

Answer: Move over one lane or slow to a safe speed

Montana's Move Over Law requires drivers to move over one lane away from stopped emergency, maintenance, or utility vehicles, or slow significantly if a lane change is not possible.

In Montana, a U-turn is prohibited:

Answer: Where your view is obstructed or a sign prohibits it

U-turns are illegal where visibility is limited, near hills or curves, and wherever signs specifically prohibit them.

Montana law requires all front-seat occupants of a passenger vehicle to:

Answer: Wear a seat belt

Montana requires all front-seat occupants of passenger vehicles to wear a properly fastened seat belt.