Module 4

if it has not rained recently , be extremely cautious of slick roads and low traction for the first _ minutes after it begins to rain.

20

when you are stopped at an intersection, before entering, scan the _ for traffic.

intersection

collisions create human suffering, vehicle damage, loss of time, and can result in extensive expense and civil _.

lawsuits

the posted speed limit is the maximum or minimum speed you can _ drive.

legally

rural environments have _ traffic that tends to travel at higher speeds.

less

residential neighborhoods generally have a _ sight distance; drive slow and scan for children and pets running loose.

limited

{4.4} if your _ is blocked, before entering an intersection, inch forward very slowly until you can see past the obstruction.

line-of-sight

at a _ light , use the four-way stop procedure.

malfunctioning

_ travel in a lane with a red arrow above it.

never

route signs post the road _.

number

it is mandatory to _ all traffic controls.

obey

drivers who are not part of a funeral procession shall not drive between, _ , or in any way interfere with the vehicles of a funeral procession.

obstruct

yellow lines separate traffic traveling in the _ direction.

opposite

since we get most of our driving information from _, the urban environment can induce vision overload.

our sight

lines communicate lane definition, where to stop, where the road narrows and where _ may cross.

pedestrians

crossing signs that indicate children may be present around schools have a unique, _ shape.

pentagon

the color red communicates stop, yield or an action that is _.

prohibited

other warnings in text located on the pavement include approaching stop signs , signal lights and _ tracks.

railroad

{4.5} parking lots have obstructed vision caused by trucks and _.

SUVs

_ increases your risk of a crash.

abrupt steering

_ give the pedestrian the right of way.

always

{4.3} _ are used to help drivers position the vehicle in the proper lane for turning or going straight.

arrows

as you approach a railroad crossing without any signals flashing, be prepared to stop if you are following a _ or hazardous materials truck.

bus

orange, diamond shaped or rectangular signs alert drivers of _ signs.

construction

{4.2} a green light means _ traffic should be stopped, it doesn't necessarily mean it is safe to go.

cross

a solid yellow line, on your side of the center line, means:

do not pass.

when the light turns green it _ means the intersection is clear and it is safe to proceed.

doesn't

to yield at an intersection means: allow others the right of way to use the intersection before you _.

enter

at a four-way stop intersection, the vehicle that stops _, goes first.

first

when traffic signal lights are not working, follow the procedures used at a _ intersection.

four-way stop

a _ arrow means turn or drive forward in the direction it is pointing.

green

_ signs provide information about routes, exits, distances and services.

guide

speed limits are set by traffic engineers based on _ road, traffic and environmental conditions.

ideal

never stop on or near a _.

railroad track

a _ "X" over a lane means DO NOT drive in this lane.

red

a flashing _ light means come to a complete stop and yield the right of way to cross traffic.

red

markings delineate roadways and lanes and are often used to _.

reinforce

if you are involved in an accident, one of the immediate requirements is to :

render aid to the injured.

if you approach a yellow or red signal in your lane, you are _to slow and stop.

required

{4.1} at a four-way stop, when 2 or more vehicles stop at the same time, the vehicle on the _ goes first.

right

do not open your door into another vehicle; this event can trigger _.

road rage

drivers with a green light and pedestrians with a WALK signal are usually going the _ direction.

same

_ your intention when turning left at an intersection or when making a U-turn.

signal

as you near an intersection , _ your intentions if you are going to turn.

signal

if you have a _ yellow line on your side of the road, never pass or cross over into the oncoming lane.

solid

a full stop means that there is a complete cessation of the forward movement of the vehicle or _ with no forward motion.

stop

at an intersection controlled by a _ sign, yield sign or flashing red light, yield to any vehicle in the intersection or vehicle approaching from a cross road.

stop

the center lane is reserved for _ and is not to be used as as through lane or for passing.

turning

_ intersections do not have any traffic controls to regulate traffic.

uncontrolled

every time you drive you will experience a _ combination of driving conditions and environments.

unique

when traveling in rural environments or through _ areas, keep your doors locked and windows up.

unknown

_ driving is more complex and often confusing, know your route.

urban

as you near an intersection, _ signs inform drivers of the approaching junction.

warning

be prepared to slow or stop when you see a _ sign.

warning

markings give drivers important information, _ and direction regarding the use of the road.

warnings

_ lettering and symbols on the roadway surface are used to supplement signs and signals.

white

a flashing _ light means slow down and be prepared to stop.

yellow

at a _ light, after checking to the rear, stop before entering the intersection or at the stop bar. If the stop cannot be made safely, proceed through the intersection with caution.

yellow

prepare to stop when you see a _ arrow.

yellow

{4.8} when approaching a _sign, scan for traffic in all directions, yield to all vehicles close enough to constitute a hazard and stop if necessary.

yield