Lesson 4 Review Quiz

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T/F: The vehicle entering the freeway has the right of way.

False

T/F: When crossing a divided highway at a reduced conflict intersection, a right turn followed by a u-turn is only required if you are turning left.

False

T/F: When entering a multi-lane roundabout, you only need to yield to vehicles in the closest lane.

False

T/F: Yield means you have the right of way.

False

T/F: You should complete a left turn into the first lane to the left of the center line.

False

Why are country roads so deadly?

Many users No traffic lights/signs Wildlife 2-way traffic Darker Hills and windy roads High speeds Intersections

T/F: At many intersections, you may make a right turn even when the traffic light is red.

True

T/F: Gap, Gauge, and Go is a method used for merging onto the freeway.

True

T/F: Merging means to adjust your speed to enter the traffic flow smoothly.

True

T/F: You should initiate a left turn in the lane closest to the center line.

True

Although there is usually less traffic at night, ______________ of all fatal crashes occur after dark. a) Nearly one-half b) Almost one-third c) About 10% d) About two-thirds

a) Nearly one-half

When waiting to turn left at an intersection, you should: a) keep your wheels straight to prevent being pushed into oncoming traffic b) smile at those around you c) inch out into the intersection slowly d) tap your brakes to alert other drivers you are there

a) keep your wheels straight to prevent being pushed into oncoming traffic

When driving a multi-lane highway, you should usually position your vehicle in: a) the right-hand lane b) the middle lane c) the lane closest to the center line d) any available lane

a) the right-hand lane

Passing on a freeway is usually safer than on a two-lane highway because: a) there is little threat of a head-on collision b) passing is seldom done on freeways c) freeway speeds are higher d) you cannot pass on a two-lane highway

a) there is little threat of a head-on collision

When following a vehicle, keep the low beams on: a) within 200 feet b) within 350 feet c) within 500 feet d) within 1000 feet

a) within 200 feet

For most vehicles, the distance the headlights illuminate the road is no more than ________. a) 200 ft b) 350 ft c) 500 ft d) 1000 ft

b) 350 ft

What are roundabouts not designed to do? a) Provide a safer intersection than a four-way stop b) Allow for easier snow removal c) Increase traffic flow

b) Allow for easier snow removal

Country roads are more dangerous than city streets. What factor does NOT contribute to this? a) more distracted and impaired drivers b) More law enforcement c) 2-way traffic d) Higher speeds

b) More law enforcement

Which is not a type of freeway interchange? a) cloverleaf b) folded cloverleaf c) diamond d) folded diamond

b) folded cloverleaf

When measuring a following distance under perfect conditions, the 3-second technique: a) should be decreased in adverse conditions b) is safe for most conditions c) is insufficient at a speed over 40 mph d) is the same as the total stopping distance

b) is safe for most conditions

When a vehicle is following too closely: a) tap your brakes a few times b) slow down slightly by letting off the gas c) accelerate to stay further in front of the car d) change lanes if possible

b) slow down slightly by letting off the gas

You must have your headlights on during adverse weather conditions or when you cannot see clearly ahead for _______. a) 200 ft b) 350 ft c) 500 ft d) 1000 ft

c) 500 ft

On a two-way, two-lane road, the car in front of you is stopped to make a left hand turn.. You can pass the car carefully on the right: a) if no bicycles or pedestrians are present b) if the shoulder is paved c) if there is a bypass lane d) under no circumstances

c) if there is a bypass lane

High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes are for use by: a) Buses and vehicles carrying 3 or more people b) Buses and vehicles carrying 2 or more people c) Motorcycles, buses and vehicles carrying 3 or more people d) Motorcycles, buses and vehicles carrying 2 or more people

d) Motorcycles, buses and vehicles carrying 2 or more people

You may exceed the posted speed limit by 10 mph provided: a) You are lawfully passing another vehicle b) The posted speed limit is 55 mph or higher c) You are traveling on a two-lane, two-direction highway d) Only if all of the above conditions are met

d) Only if all of the above conditions are met

AMBER Alert is issued in response to: a) a delay ahead due to a crash b) adverse driving conditions ahead such as a snowy or icy roadway c) DWI testing ahead d) a child abduction

d) a child abduction

Passing is not allowed: a) within 100 ft of an intersection b) within 700 ft before the top of a hill c) when there is a double solid yellow line d) all of the above

d) all of the above

You are prohibited from crossing the center line to overtake and pass: a) when there is a solid yellow line on your side of the roadway b) near a railroad crossing c) at an intersection d) all of the above

d) all of the above

U-turns are prohibited on all of the following, except: a) interstate freeways b) near the tops of hills and on curves c) where other drivers cannot see you from 1000 feet d) on roadways marked with a solid yellow line

d) on roadways marked with a solid yellow line

If a vehicle cuts into your 3-second following distance, you should: a) brake quickly to establish a 4-second distance b) flash headlights and sound the drive c) gesture to the driver to establish superiority d) reestablish a 3-second following distance

d) reestablish a 3-second following distance

You must dim your headlights when you are approaching an oncoming vehicle: a) within 100 ft b) within 200 ft c) within 500 ft d) within 1000 ft

d) within 1000 ft


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