Road Rules and Regulations Flashcards

When driving in a roundabout, who has the right-of-way?

Answer: Vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout

Traffic already circulating inside a roundabout has the right-of-way; entering vehicles must yield.

A driver is convicted of texting while driving. Beyond fines, what additional consequence may apply?

Answer: Points added to the driving record

In most states, distracted driving convictions add points to the driver's record, which can lead to increased insurance premiums and eventual license suspension.

What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a truck on a downward slope indicate?

Answer: Steep downgrade ahead — trucks should use lower gear

This warning sign alerts drivers — especially truck operators — that a steep downgrade is approaching and that engine braking with a lower gear is advised.

How far from a fire hydrant must a vehicle be parked in most US jurisdictions?

Answer: 15 feet

Most states and local ordinances require vehicles to park at least 15 feet from a fire hydrant to ensure emergency access.

When two lanes merge into one due to a lane ending, proper zipper merge etiquette requires:

Answer: Using both lanes until the merge point and alternating turns

The zipper merge technique — using both lanes to the merge point and alternating one by one — is the most efficient and safest approach endorsed by traffic engineers.

What action should a driver take when a traffic signal is completely dark (no lights working)?

Answer: Treat it as a four-way stop

When a traffic signal has no power, drivers must treat the intersection as a four-way stop, coming to a full stop and yielding by order of arrival.

On a two-lane highway, a vehicle may cross a solid yellow center line to:

Answer: Turn left into a driveway or cross street

Drivers may cross a solid yellow center line to make a left turn into a driveway, private road, or cross street when it is safe to do so.