Temps Test Communication 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When should you use your vehicle's horn?
- To greet other drivers you know
- To warn others of a hazard or your presence (Correct answer)
- To express frustration in heavy traffic
- To signal that a light has turned green
Correct answer: To warn others of a hazard or your presence
Horns should only be used to warn others of danger or to make your presence known in a safety situation.
Question 2: What does a steady green arrow signal mean?
- Yield to oncoming traffic before turning
- You may proceed in the direction of the arrow without yielding (Correct answer)
- Slow down and prepare to stop
- Turn only if no pedestrians are present
Correct answer: You may proceed in the direction of the arrow without yielding
A green arrow gives you a protected turn, meaning oncoming traffic has a red light and you may proceed without yielding.
Question 3: A driver extends their left arm straight out the window. What does this hand signal mean?
- Turning right
- Slowing down or stopping
- Turning left (Correct answer)
- Changing lanes to the right
Correct answer: Turning left
A left arm extended straight out the window is the hand signal for a left turn.
Question 4: When are hazard lights typically used?
- While driving slowly in heavy fog
- To signal a lane change on the highway
- When your vehicle is stopped or disabled on the roadway (Correct answer)
- Whenever you are driving below the speed limit
Correct answer: When your vehicle is stopped or disabled on the roadway
Hazard lights (four-way flashers) warn other drivers that your vehicle is stopped or creating a hazard.
Question 5: A flashing red light at an intersection means you must:
- Slow down and proceed with caution
- Come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe (Correct answer)
- Yield to traffic on the right only
- Wait until the light turns green
Correct answer: Come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe
A flashing red light has the same meaning as a stop sign — stop completely and go when safe.
Question 6: What is the purpose of a turn signal?
- To communicate your intention to change direction to other road users (Correct answer)
- To warn drivers behind you that you are braking
- To indicate your vehicle is disabled
- To signal police that you are pulling over voluntarily
Correct answer: To communicate your intention to change direction to other road users
Turn signals communicate your intention to turn or change lanes so other drivers and pedestrians can anticipate your movement.
Question 7: How far in advance should you activate your turn signal before turning?
- At least 10 feet before the turn
- At least 100 feet before the turn (Correct answer)
- Just as you begin to turn the steering wheel
- Only when another vehicle is directly behind you
Correct answer: At least 100 feet before the turn
Most states require signaling at least 100 feet (about 3 seconds) before turning so others have time to react.
Temps Test Communication 2
When should you use your vehicle's horn?