Traffic Laws and Regulations Flashcards

At a four-way stop, which vehicle has the right-of-way?

Answer: The vehicle that arrived first; if simultaneous, the vehicle to the right

At a four-way stop, the vehicle that arrived first has the right-of-way; when vehicles arrive simultaneously, the vehicle to the right goes first.

In Florida, what is the minimum following distance rule for drivers?

Answer: A safe following distance that allows stopping in time if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly

Florida law requires maintaining a following distance that allows you to stop safely if the vehicle ahead suddenly stops — commonly taught as the two-second rule.

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

Answer: Only when the road is marked with a broken yellow center line and it is safe to do so

Passing is legal on a two-lane road only when the center line is a broken (dashed) yellow line and conditions are safe.

What is the Florida law regarding texting while driving?

Answer: Texting while driving is prohibited as a primary offense for all drivers

Florida law bans texting while driving as a primary offense, meaning officers can pull over and cite any driver they observe texting.

When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights and lowered gates, a driver must:

Answer: Stop and remain stopped until the gates rise and the crossing is clear

When a railroad crossing has flashing lights and lowered gates, drivers must stop and wait until the gates rise and the crossing is completely clear before proceeding.

In Florida, how many points are added to a driver's record for a speeding conviction of 15 mph over the limit?

Answer: 4 points

Speeding 15 mph or more over the posted limit in Florida results in 4 points being added to the driver's license record.