Road Rules and Regulations Flashcards

When two vehicles arrive at an unsignalized intersection at the same time, which vehicle has the right-of-way?

Answer: The vehicle on the right.

The 'right-hand rule' states that when two vehicles reach an intersection without traffic signals at approximately the same time, the driver of the vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right.

You are driving on a main road and a car is exiting a private driveway to your right. What should you do?

Answer: Maintain your speed and right-of-way.

Vehicles traveling on a main road or highway have the right-of-way over vehicles entering from a private road, driveway, or side road. The entering vehicle must yield until it is safe to proceed.

Which of the following is considered illegal parking according to Philippine traffic laws?

Answer: Parking on a sidewalk or pedestrian crosswalk.

Republic Act No. 4136, the Land Transportation and Traffic Code, explicitly prohibits parking on sidewalks and crosswalks as it obstructs pedestrian traffic and creates safety hazards.

A solid double yellow line on the road signifies that:

Answer: Overtaking is strictly prohibited from both directions.

Double solid yellow lines indicate that overtaking or passing is not allowed for traffic in either direction. These markings are typically found in areas with limited visibility, such as on blind curves or near intersections.

Upon the approach of an emergency vehicle sounding a siren and flashing its lights, a driver must:

Answer: Pull over to the right side of the road and stop.

The law requires drivers to yield the right-of-way to emergency vehicles. This is done by safely moving as far to the right of the road as possible and coming to a complete stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.

What does a triangular road sign with a red border typically indicate?

Answer: A warning of an upcoming hazard or change in road conditions.

In the Philippines, road signs that are triangular in shape with a red border are classified as warning signs. They are designed to alert drivers to potential dangers ahead, such as sharp curves, intersections, or slippery roads.