COMPLETE CT DMV MANUAL Flashcards

COMPLETE CT DMV MANUAL Flashcards Starting with Automatic TransmissionFor a vehicle that has an automatic transmission, you must put the shift selector in "park."

• Worn tires can causea) Difficult turningb) Hydroplaningc)

Increased stopping distanced) All of the above

d) All of the above

Bicycles: As a motorist, I should know... a bicyclist has the same rights, privileges and responsibilities as you. You should expect to see bicyclists on the road, driving with traffic. You should not be surprised to see a bicyclist using the left lane when turning.Wide TurnsTrucks, buses and RVs sometimes need to swing wide to the left or right in order to safely make a turn. They can't see the cars directly behind or beside them. In fact, their blind spots may stretch up to 20 feet in front of the cab and approximately 200 feet behind the truck What will happen if I use my cell phone? Any 16- or 17-year-old found violating Connecticut's cell phone law will be charged with a moving violation.You cannot (cell phone)Use a cell phone (even if it is hands-free) or mobile electronic device while driving.ScanningYou must look ahead, to the sides, and behind your vehicle. Scanning helps you to see problems ahead; vehicles and people that may be in the road by the time you reach them, signs warning you of problems ahead, and signs giving you directions.When do I use the "four-second" rule?Slippery Roads, The Driver Behind You Wants to Pass, Following Motorcycles, Following Drivers Who Cannot See You, You are Being Followed Closely, Following Emergency Vehicles, Railroad Crossings, Stopped on a Hill or Incline.Distracted Driving Finesdistracted driving fines are doubled for anyone convicted of illegally using a hand-held cellphone or mobile electronic device while driving in a work zone You cannot (motorcycle)Transport any passenger on a motorcycle for six months after the issuance of a motorcycle endorsement During the first six months the newly licensed driver may

not have any passengers in the vehicle except for:

A licensed driving instructor His or her parents or legal guardian, at least one of whom holds a valid driver's license One person who is at least 20 years old, has held a driver's license for four or more consecutive years and whose license has not been suspended during the four years preceding the time of being transported.*Parents or legal guardian may accompany the instructor Bicycles: As a driver I MUST.... (Part 2) Cooperate with them, give a 3 feet distance, do not honk horn

You cannot (public passenger)Operate any vehicle that requires a public passenger transportation permit or a vanpool vehicle.Side No-ZonesTrucks, tractor-trailers, buses and RVs have big No-Zones on both sides, which are dangerous because these vehicles must make wide turns.Space to CrossWhen you cross traffic, you need a large enough opening to get all the way across the road Vulnerable User's LawThe Law provides for higher penalties for drivers who fail to exercise reasonable care and cause the serious injury or death of a vulnerable user Under age 2, or less than 30 pounds, regardless of ageRear-facing child restraint Vulnerable Users Include...pedestrians, bicyclists, wheelchair users, a person riding or driving an animal, and highway workers Seatbelt LawsHand-held cell phones or mobile electronic devices may not be used while operating a motor vehicle on any public highway.State law also prohibits using these devices when a vehicle is temporarily stopped because of traffic, road conditions or a traffic control sign or signal.Hour Restrictions EXCEPTIONSunless the teen is traveling for employment, school, religious activities, medical necessity, or if the individual is an assigned driver in the Safe Ride Program.Work Zonesany type of roadwork that may delay traffic conditions Slow Moving VehiclesWatch for large trucks and small underpowered cars on steep grades or when they are entering traffic, Farm tractors, animal-drawn vehicles and roadway maintenance vehicles usually go 25 mph or less Approaching a Work Zonewatch for materials such as cones, barrels, signs, large vehicles, or workers in bright colored vests to warn you and direct you where to go. All temporary signs in work zones have an orange background and black letters or symbols Space to MergeAny time you want to merge with other traffic, you need an opening of about four seconds. If you move into the middle of a four second opening, both you and the vehicle that is behind you have a two-second following distance.HorsesThe law requires you to exercise due care when approaching a horse being ridden or led along a road. You must drive at a reasonable speed, and at a reasonable distance away from the horse. It is illegal to sound your horn or cause loud or unusual noises when approaching or passing a horse.Front No-ZoneYou could get rear-ended by a truck, bus or RV if you cut in front too soon after passing the vehicle. If you cut in front and then suddenly slow down, truck, bus and RV drivers are forced to slam on their brakes.

Ages 8 through 15 and weighing 60 pounds or more Child restraint or seat belt Hand PlacementBoth hands should be placed on opposite sides of the steering wheel (i.e., left hand between 8 and 10 o'clock and right hand between 2 and 4 o'clock) Before entering an intersectionlook both left and right for approaching vehicles, bicycles, and/or crossing pedestrians.Child Safety RequirementsState law requires children under 16 to be secured in proper child restraint and safety systems while riding in a vehicle.Hour Restrictions (Curfew)11 p.m. to 5 a.m White Canes and Guide DogsBlind or partially blind pedestrians may carry a white cane or use the assistance of a guide 16 dog.Trucks...Make Wide Right Turns, Need Space While Backing Up Bicycles: As a driver I MUST.... You must yield to bicyclists in intersections as you would for pedestrians and other vehicles. You must yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist when a bicycle path or bike lane intersects a road. You must yield to bicyclists in a bicycle lane or persons on a sidewalk, before you turn across the lane or sidewalk. Fines are doubled for failure to yield right-of-way to a bicyclist.You cannot (seatbelts/passengers)Transport more passengers than the number of seatbelts in the vehicle Parallel ParkingIf you want to parallel park and there is traffic coming behind you, put on your turn signal, pull next to the space and allow following vehicles to pass before you park During the second six months (months seven through twelve) the only additional passengers allowed in the vehicle are members of the driver's immediate family.How do I use the "three-second" rule?1. Watch for when the rear of the vehicle ahead passes a sign, pole, or any other stationary point2. Count the seconds it takes you to reach the same spot - "one-one-thousand, two-one-thousand, three-one-thousand."3. You are following too closely if you pass the mark before you finish counting.4. If so, drop back and then count again at another spot to check the new following distance.5. Repeat until you are following no closer than "three seconds." Space AheadThere is an easy way to tell if you are following too closely.It is called the "three-second rule" and it works at any speed Ages 2 through 4, or weighing 30 through 39 pounds, regardless of age Rear- or forward-facing child restraint Once every month, or before you embark upon a long road trip, check your tires for wear and damage problems. One easy way to check for wear is by using the..."penny test."

School Zone SpeedsYou must obey the slower posted speed limit in school zones or be subject to fines. Stop and yield to students who are crossing or if a crossing guard signals you to do so.

• Which statement is false?a) You should always check

your seat and mirrors before you start to driveb) After market, any changes to equipment, such as tinted windows, are legalc) The driver should always have his or her seatbelt ond) Only your brakes can stop your vehicle

b) After market, any changes to equipment, such as tinted

windows, are legal What do I do when I see a blind or partially blind pedestrians may carry a white cane or use the assistance of a guide 16 dog?You must give the right-of-way to a pedestrian with a guide dog or who is carrying a white cane, with or without a colored tip. Stop and stay stopped if the person is attempting to cross or is in the process of crossing the road. At regulated intersections, remain stopped until the pedestrian is out of the road, even if you have a green light.Space to EnterWhen you enter into traffic, try to enter at the same speed that traffic is moving. High-speed roadways generally have ramps to give you time to build up your speed. Use the ramp to reach the speed of other vehicles before you pull onto the road. Do not drive to the end of the ramp and stop or you will not have enough room to get up to the speed of traffic Push/PullIn the Push/Pull method a driver's knuckles should be facing outward as the hands are holding the steering wheel firmly on the outside rim.Cell Phone Exceptionsa cell phone or mobile electronic device may be used, by a driver of any age, is an emergency situation, when contacting an emergency response operator, a hospital, physician's office, health clinic, ambulance company or fire or police department Intersectionsany place where traffic merges or crosses. These include cross streets, side streets, driveways, and shopping centers or parking lot entrances.Railroad CrossingsAs you approach any railroad crossing, slow down and look up and down the tracks to make sure that no trains are coming. DO NOT ASSUME Children at Play and School ZonesFollow the signs or flashing lights that warn you that you are approaching a school or a school crossing.What are danger areas around larger vehicles where crashes are more likely to occur called?No-Zones on the side, front and rear also include blind spots where your car disappears from the driver's view.State law permits passing of slow moving traffic, and pedestrians, parked or standing vehicles, animals, bicycles, mopeds and scooters in no passing zones.You may cross over a double yellow line in these instances; however, you must make sure you can see far enough ahead to enable you to safely pass before attempting this passing maneuver.Truck Drivers Are Human Trucks accelerate more slowly than cars. Trucks need more room to maneuver safely. In a panic stop, trucks need