Driver Exam: Chapter 6

signaling

a good driver always lets others know if he/she is going to turn or stop. signaling helps others plan ahead. a surprise move often results in crashes. be alert. watch and give signals. 1. change lanes 2. make a turn 3. pull away from a parking space parallel to the curb 4. slow down or stop

blind spot driving

don't drive in another driver's blind spot. either pass the other driver or drop back. when you pass a car, get through the blind spot as quickly as you can. approach cautiously but once you are alongside the other driver, speed up and get by quickly.

making a left turn from a one-way into two-way street

if you are turning left from a one-way street turn from the left lane.

making a left turn from a two-way into one-way street

if you are turning left onto a one-way street enter the street in the left lane.

passing on the right

in Texas, you can pass on the right only when conditions permit you to do so safely. 1. The road is clear of parked vehicles or other things and is wide enough for two or more lanes in each direction. 2. you are on a one-way road. 3. you may pass on a paved shoulder when the vehicle you are passing is slowing or stopped on the main travelled portion of the highway, disabled, or preparing to make a left turn. do not pass on the right by driving off the paved portion of the highway.

basic safety rules when you are passing

it is not always safe to pass. be patient and wait until the time is right. crashes resulting from improper pass- ing can be deadly. 1. make certain the way is clear. 2. give the proper signal before changing lanes. 3. tap your horn when necessary to avoid surprising the driver ahead. 4. avoid cutting in too quickly if you must return to your original lane.

keep to the right

never drive on the left side of the road when: 1. pavement markings prohibit driving on the left (a "No Passing Zone") 2. there are two or more traffic lanes in each direction 3. within 100 feet of or crossing an intersection or railroad crossing. 4. on a hill, curve, or any other place where vision is limited 5. within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel always keep to the right side of the road except when: 1. passing another vehicle on a two- or three-lane street 2. driving on a one-way street 3. the right side of the road is blocked

when you are passed

1. do not increase your speed. 2. keep in your lane. 3. when being passed on the left and the lanes are not marked, move as far to the right as you safely can. 4. make it as safe and easy as you can for the other driver to pass you.

how to pass on a two-lane road

1. keep enough distance between you and the car in front of you so you can see ahead clearly. check the rearview and side mirrors. turn your head and look back; someone may be passing you. signal left. 2. check well ahead for a "No Passing Zone" and for oncoming cars. be sure you have enough time and space to overtake the car ahead and return to the right lane before an approaching car comes within 200 feet of you. 3. tap your horn when necessary to alert the driver ahead. 4. pass on the left and do not return to the right lane until you have safely cleared the overtaken vehicle. wait until you can see the car you have just passed in your rearview mirror before returning to the right lane. 5. signal right turn to return to the right lane. Be sure to turn your signal off after you have completed the lane change.

how to make a right turn

1. signal for a lane change well ahead of the turning point. when it's safe, move your vehicle to the far right lane. 2. use your right turn signal and slow down at least 100 feet from the corner. 3. look both ways before starting to turn. 4. keep as close as possible to the right edge of the road. 5. turn using both hands on the wheel.

how to make a left turn

1. well ahead of the turning point, signal for a lane change. when it is safe, move close to the center lane. 2. use the left turn signal and slow down at least 100 feet from the corner. 3. look in all directions before starting to turn. stay to the right of the center line as you enter the intersection. yield the right-of-way to any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction. 4. to complete a left turn you should be in the left portion of the lane you are turning into but still to the right of the center line. 5. once you have completed your left turn, you may signal and change lanes if necessary.

turning

turning a corner appears to be a simple operation. however, much confusion in traffic and many crashes are caused by drivers who do not turn correctly. study the diagrams showing the correct method of making right and left turns. there are seven steps in making a good turn. 1. decide before you get to the turning point. never make a last minute turn; it's dangerous. 2. look behind and to both sides to see where other vehicles are before you change lanes. 3. move into the proper lane as soon as possible. the faster the traffic is moving, the sooner you should move into the proper lane. If you cannot get into the proper lane within one-half block before turning, do not turn, continue straight ahead. 4. give the proper turn signal at least 100 feet before you turn. if using a hand signal, hold the signal until you are close enough to the intersection for others to know your intention. do not hold the sig- nal while making the turn, you need both hands on the wheel. 5. slow down to a reasonable turning speed. Don't use the brake or clutch while turning. 6. make the turn correctly. this will be easy if you are in the proper lane and proceeding slowly enough at the time you begin to turn. 7. finish the turn in the proper lane.

other turning procedures

watch for pavement markings and signs which: 1. permit turning right or left from or into two or more traffic lanes 2. give other special turning or lane information

how to signal

you may use either signal lights or hand and arm signals. make sure your signals can be easily seen by others. extend your hand and arm well out of the car window and signal in plenty of time. during non-daylight hours, hand and arm signals are usually not visible except in well-lighted areas. be sure your signal lights are working properly. when signaling a stop, pump your brakes a few times to attract attention. signal continuously for at least 100 feet before you turn or stop. be sure to turn off your signal light after you use it. your unintended signal still means "turn" to other drivers.