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How do you handle rail road crossings? Marked and Unmarked - City and Rural

Expect a train anytime. Look both ways before crossing

What are the right of way rules at a 4 way stop?

First to arrive - goes first Two arrive at the same time - left yields to right Two arrive at the same time (across the intersection) - left turning yields to straight or right turning vehicle

What is the difference between flashing/solid - yellow/red lights?

Flashing Red - Treat as a 4 way stop Flashing Yellow - Caution Solid Yellow - Turning to Red Solid Red - Stop

How do you handle approaching a school bus with red lights flashing? When do you not need to stop for a school bus?

Stop and wait until the red lights are turned off When you are coming from the opposite direction on a divided street

What are you required to do if involved in a collision?

Stop immediately, check for injuries and give assistance, Call the police, exchange name, address, phone number, registration and insurance information.

When are drivers required to use their headlights?

Sunrise to sunset and when visibility is less than 1000 feet

What are the regulations concerning cell phones and driving?

Those over 18 are authorized to talk on a cell while driving Those under 18 are not authorized to talk on a cell while driving - but they can in an emergency. The must be stopped on the side and not driving. Texting while driving is not legal

What are the right of way rules at a 2 way stop?

Yield to crossing traffic Traffic across the intersection - first to arrive goes first - both arrive at same time - left turn driver yields

How do you use the shared center turn lane?

You can use the center turn lane to turn left from all directions It cannot be used to pass other vehicles

What is the shape and color of a warning sign?

yellow diamond

What do you do if your gas pedal sticks on?

- Keep eyes on the road - Shift to neutral - Steer off roadway - Turn engine off Shift to neutral, pull off road when same and turn off engine Do not try to lift up pedal when driving

What do you do if your vehicle begins to Hydroplane?

-Slowly take your foot off the gas pedal - Keep the sterring wheel straight - Do NOT try to turn or stop until your tires are gripping the road again Ease off accelerator, keep wheels straight and avoid stopping until your tires are gripping the road again

How long does it take to stop a car at different 55mph?

200 ft

How much space do you need to give pedestrians, bicyclists and parked cars?

3 ft

What is the state requirement for minimum following distance? When do you start counting?

3 seconds - after the vehicle in front passes a reference point

When are your required to inform the DMV of an address change?

30 days

What are the Seat belt Requirements?

All those in front seat Those under 18 in back seat

When can you make a right turn on a red light? What is the proper procedure when making a right turn on a red light?

Anytime there is no sign prohibiting a turn on red and when safe to do so. Make a complete stop; check for traffic left and front; check for stopped vehicles on the right (ex. bus), pedestrians and bikers, vehicles making a u-turn from the right.

When are you required to have Insurance? What amount of Insurance is required? When do we need to show proof of Insurance? Who do we need to show proof?

Anytime you are driving on Colorado roads Anytime stopped, if involved in a collision and when taking a driving test Officer (or police station if an officer is not present)

How do you stop quickly when using non ABS brakes?

Apply brakes as hard as you can without locking up the brakes. Let up lightly if you start to skid.

What is the procedure when leaving a parallel parked spot?

Check mirror, signal, blind spot and go is safe

What is the NO ZONE?

Blind spots for trucks and busses

What does 2 solid yellow lines mean?

Do not pass (overtake) another vehicle in both directions

What are the meanings of dotted/solid - white/yellow lines?

Dotted white - all lanes in same direction or a one way street Dotted yellow - two way street Solid Yellow - do not pass Solid White - stay in your lane - avoid crossing the line

How do you handle driving on a street with no marked lanes?

Drive to the right of center

What is the Colorado Express Consent Law? What happens if a driver refuses? How long does it take to remove alcohol from the body?

Driver agrees to chemical, urine or breath test Driver's license will be revoked for one year

What are different hazards of driving in a rural area? Would you find more traffic and pedestrians in the city or the country?

Driveways, farm equipment, unmarked railroad crossings, narrow bridges, hidden intersections (trees/ brush and crops) and animals The city has more traffic and pedestrians

What is the difference between a DUI and a DWAI?

Driving While Ability Impaired : BAC 0.05 - 0.07 Driving Under the Influence: BAC 0.08 or higher

What do you do if a small animal runs in front of your vehicle?

Hit it - You don't want to lose control of your vehicle or be rear ended

What do you do if you have a blowout while driving?

How the steering wheel tightly, slow gradually and pull off the road

What do you need to do if you hit a parked vehicle and you cannot find the owner?

Leave a note with your contact information. Do not leave license number or insurance information Contact the police and file an Accident Report

There are 2 signs when you have a no passing zone in the country. What do they look like? Which is on the left and which on the right?

Left side - side way yellow warning sign Right side - black and white regulatory

What are the different lanes for on the freeway? (Left/Middle/Right)

Left tends to be for faster drivers Middle tends to be free flowing traffic Right land tends to be slower traffic and entering and exiting traffic

What is the proper procedure when entering a freeway?

Look for a safe gap (mirror) Match speed of vehicles on the freeway Check Blind Spot and Yield to traffic already on freeway Avoid stopping in the acceleration lane

How do you use acceleration/deceleration lanes on the freeway? When do you slow down when exiting the freeway? What is the proper way to enter the freeway?

Once you are on the deceleration lane - not on the freeway Get up to the flow of traffic on the acceleration lane then follow lane change procedures

What lanes do you turn left from and to on two and one way streets?

One way (left) to One Way (left) Two way (right of center) to One Way (left) Two way (right of center) to Two Way (right of center) One way (left) to Two Way (right of center)

What does a Slow Moving Vehicle sign look like? What is an example in the city?

Orange and Red Triangle - Street Sweeper

How do you stop quickly on snow/ice when using ABS brakes?

Press the brakes as hard as you can and keep them on.

How do you handle an emergency vehicle approaching from the rear?

Pull to the right and stop

If your brakes stop working, what do you do?

Pump the brakes. If that doesn't work - use parking brake

What are the steps of changing lanes?

Signal, Mirror, Over Shoulder and Go

What is the blind spot?

The area slightly behind and beside your vehicle you cannot see with the mirrors

What are the advantages of the Left/Middle/Right lanes on a city street (example - Colorado Blvd)?

The left lane tends to be faster and left turning. Middle is free flowing. Also, is a driver is not sure if a left or right turn is approaching - it is easier just to make one lane change. The right lane tends to be the slow lane and will be used for right turns.

How do you handle an intersection when the traffic signals are not working?

Treat the intersection as a 4 way stop

What do you do if your headlights fail?

Try the headlight switch several times. Then emergency flashers, turn signals and fog lights

How do you handle roundabouts? Who needs to give the right of way?

Two lanes - right is for straight and right turns left is for straight, left and u-turns Yield to vehicles in the circle approaching from the left Do not change lanes in the circle

What are the Child Passenger Protection Law requirements?

Under 1 year and less than 20 pounds - rear-facing child restraint in rear seat 1 to 4 years and less than 40 pounds - rear-facing or forward-facing child restraint Under 8 - child restraint Age 8-16 - Seat belt or child restraint

How far in advance do you need to signal a turn or lane change?

Under 40 mph - 100 ft Over 40 mph - 200 ft

Do pedestrians and bicyclists need to follow the same rules as vehicle drivers?

Yes

How far do you need to park from the curb?

Within 12 inches