CT DMV Permit Test Flashcards

CT DMV Permit Test Flashcards if an approaching vehicle does not dim their headlights, you should..flash your lights quickly a couple of times What forms of identification are accepted to obtain your driver's license?US birth certificate or passport and one photo of yourself that they will keep.What kind of seat restraint system must be used for children under one year and 20 pounds?Approved child seat, rear facing system.What kind of seat restraint system must be used for children 7 years and over but UNDER 60 pounds?Approved booster seat As a driver, you must yield to a bicyclist always TRUE What if you refuse to take a breathalyzer test? license automatically suspended for 45 daysmust install IID system in carIID system will be in car atleast one year.What is the first thing drinking affects? Judgement.What are the "No Zones"?Areas around a large vehicle like a truck where drivers can't see you.Graduated Driver's license suspensions/fines 1st offense: 30 day suspension, $175 license

restoration2nd offense: 6 month suspension or until 18 yrs,

$175 license restoration drivers entering a traffic circle or rotary must yield todrivers already in the circle or rotary How many feet does it take a car to stop if driving at 50mph?400 ft Sometimes it is necessary to do what to avoid a collision?Keep your foot off the break and/or speed up.What should you do if you're being tailgated (a car driving too close behind you)?Slow down to let it pass you/if not in the right lane switch lanes.True or False. You should not use your high-beam lights in snow or fog.True, because low beams won't cause a glare or reflection that could impair visibility.dashed yellow line alongside solid yellow line passing permitted only on side of dashed or broken line, no passing on side of solid line True or False. A seatbelt is unsafe because it can trap you in the car.False. A seatbelt that works correctly will release, even after an accident.What colors are reserved for caution on road signs?Yellow and orange.What is the "Move over law"?a law that says when a vehicle is pulled over to the side of the road, you must slow down below posted speed limit and move over one lane if safe to do so.What are blind spots?When people in other vehicles can't see your car, happens when you are driving next to another vehicle.What is the "four second rule"? What are examples?situations when you need more space between you and

other cars: slippery roads, following motorcycles, driver

behind wants to pass, you are being followed too closely, pulling a trailer, following emergency vehicles Can coffee, fresh air, or a shower help to sober you up enough to drive safely?No, only time can do this.

What must you do if you approach a roundabout intersection?Slow down and yield to traffic already in the circle.

reckless driving (16-17 yr old)1st: 6 month suspension, $175 fee, court fines,

imprisonment of no more than 30 days2nd: 1 yr

suspension, $175 fee, court fines, imprisonment of NO

more than ONE YEAR3rd: 1 yr suspension, $175 fee, court

fines, imprisonment of MORE than ONE YEAR if gas pedal sticks, you shouldquickly shift to neutralkeep eyes on roadpull car to side of roadturn off engine What is the correct way to navigate through a curve?Slow before you enter the curve so that you don't have to hit your breaks in the curve.When should you sound your horn sharply? When your car is out of control, in times of danger or dangerous situations, or when another car is going to hit you.worn tires can increase the chances of doing what?hydroplaning What effects can worn tires have on a car's performance?Difficulty turning, hydroplaning, increase chances of a flat tire, need more time to stop or slow down.what is the "zero tolerance law" for DUI under the age of 21?law that says any amount of alcohol in your blood that measures .02% or more.-license suspended for 45 days-IID system installed for atlas ONE YEAR What is the "three-second rule"?The amount of time/space you should leave between you and another vehicle for safety.Who must complete the Operator Retraining Program?1. Ppl under 24 years old who have 2 moving violations or suspensions2. Ppl over 25 who have 3 moving violations or suspensions How many drinks does it take to effect your driving?Just one drink.What does a solid yellow line mean?Neither side can pass but drivers can cross the line if turning into a driveway Speeding (16-17 yr old)1st:60 day suspension, $175 fee court fines2nd: 90 day

suspension, $175 fee, court fines3rd: 6 month suspension,

$175 fee, court fines What examinations are needed to pass to obtain a state driver's license?Vision, knowledge, and driving.if there is a power failure in the car, you shouldkeep car straightpush brakes very hardpull off roadway When entering or merging with traffic, should you enter at the same speed, a slower speed, or faster than the traffic that is moving?The same speed.At an intersection with no stop sign, or traffic signage, driver must yield to..drivers coming from the right Green signs are reserved for what?Points of geographic interest and locations and distances.What is the correct way to reverse or back out of a parking space?Check behind the car before you get in, look in the rear-view mirror, turn around and look over your right shoulder, back out slowly using the side mirrors occasionally.

Can drivers over 18 years of age use hand-held cellphones while driving on the highway?No, hands-free technology must be used.What part of the road is the safest to drive on? In the center of the lane.A flashing red light means the same as what? A stop sign.Is the posted speed limit how fast you should drive?No, sometimes road conditions require you to drive slower than the posted limit.A railroad X sign is the same as what?A yield sign.Is it legally required you wear a seatbelt while in the front seat?Yes, both the driver and the front seat passenger must wear a seatbelt.if vehicle starts to skid, you shouldstay off braketurn steering wheel in the direction you want to go, when vehicle begins to straighten out, turn wheel in opposite directioncontinue steering left and right until vehicle is under control What steps should you be sure to do when changing lanes?Check the rearview and side mirrors, look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move, and signal.If a vehicle fails the emission inspection, how many days does the driver have to get the car fixed?60 days Use of cell phone (16-17 yr old)1st offense: 30 day suspension, $1`75 license restoration,

court fines2nd offense: 90 day suspension, $175 fee, court

fines3rd offense: 6 month suspension, $175 fee, court fines

When should you begin signaling for a turn? At least 3 seconds before the turn.True or False. Strong emotions can affect the way you drive.True, strong emotions affect your judgement and/or impair your driving skill.As a rule, when passing on a multi-lane highway, which side should you pass on?The left side.After 6 months, a 16-17 year old driver may have what kinds of people in the car?immediate family members only True or False. If there is no line painted at the intersection pedestrians don't have the right-of-way.False, pedestrians have the right-of-way whether there is a painted line at the intersection or not.Is driving very slow always safe?No, driving too slow can be just as dangerous as speeding.Can you drive around railroad gates if no train is visible?No, remain stopped until the gate is raised.What are some places you cannot legally park? On a bridge or overpass, in an intersection, within 25 feet of a stop sign, or within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.What does a dashed white line in the center of the road mean?Drivers can pass each other/cars are moving in the same direction.When is it okay to share a lane with a motorcycle?It is never okay to share a lane with a motorcycle when driving in CT.What is an HOV lane?Lane reserved for a vehicle with a specified number of passengers."HIGH OCCUPANCY VEHICLE" lane what is the fine for speeding, endangering a worker or disobeying a traffic control device in a WORK ZONE?$1000 and points on license.A person with a white cane signifies what? The person is blind.During the first 6 months, 16-17 year old may only drive with what kinds of people?licensed driving instructor-his/her parents or guardians-1 person who is atlas 20 years old who's license -has not been suspended and has held a license for 4 consecutive

years