DMV permit test connecticut Flashcards

DMV permit test connecticut Flashcards What does this sign mean?Road curves to right What does this sign mean?Wrong way What does this sign mean?Divided highway begins sign(The highway ahead is split into two separate roadways by a median or divider and each roadway is one-way. Keep right.)

If your vehicle starts to slide: (ice or other dangerous

conditions) Stay off the brake. Until the vehicle slows, your brakes will not work and could cause you to skid more. Steer. Turn the steering wheel in the direction you want the vehicle to go.As soon as the vehicle begins to straightenout, turn the steering wheel back the other way. If you do not do so, your vehicle may swing around in the otherdirection and you could start a new skid. Continue to steer. Continue to correct your steering, left and right, until the vehicle is again moving down the roadunder your control.Worn tires can causea) Difficult turningb) Hydroplaningc) Increased stopping distanced) All of the above

d) All of the above

Pentagon traffic sign:School zone and school crossing

What does this sign mean?Stop ahead sign

Do not park: In an intersection. On a crosswalk or sidewalk. In a

construction area if your vehicle will block traffic. Within 25 feet of a stop sign. Within 25 feet of a pedestrian safety zone. Within 10 feet of a fire hydrant. More than one foot from the curb. Blocking a driveway, alley, private road or area of the curb removed or lowered for access to the sidewalk. On a bridge or overpass or in a tunnel or underpass. On the wrong side of the street. In a space marked for the handicapped, unless you have a handicap license plate or placard. On the roadside of a parked vehicle (double parking). On railroad tracks. Where a sign says you cannot park. In a bike lane.

Octagon traffic sign:Stop

What does this sign mean?Signal ahead When are you required to turn on your headlights? When it is dark, there are bad weather conditions, or if your wipers are on.What does this sign mean?Merge sign What does this sign mean?Reduction in lane sign(This sign is used on multi-lane highways to warn you of a reduction in the number of traffic lanes in the direction you are traveling. Be prepared to change lanes or to allow other vehicles to merge into your lane.)

A Pentagon shaped sign meansa) There is a railroad crossingb) There is a No Passing Zonec) There is a school zoned) You must yield

c) There is a school zone

What does this sign mean?Do not pass sign The No-Zone area isa) An area where pedestrians cannot cross the streetb) An area where vehicles are not allowed to parkc) The danger areas around a truck where there are blind spots for the driver d) None of the above

c) The danger areas around a truck where there are blind

spots for the driver What does this sign mean?Do not enter Solid yellow lines between lanes indicatesa) Only cars on one side of the lane may pass b) You may change lanes if you choose to do so c) Passing is not allowedd) None of the above

c) Passing is not allowed

At a four-way stop, which driver goes first? If there is more than one vehicle that arrives at the same time, which driver goes first?The driver reaching the intersection first goes first (after coming to a complete stop). The driver on the right goes first.What does this sign mean?Lane use control sign(These signs tell you where you can go and where you can turn, often using an arrow symbol.)

Triangle traffic sign:Yield

What does this sign mean?Left or through sign(This sign lets you know that your lane is splitting off into two separate directions.) What does this sign mean?"T" Intersection What does this sign mean?Slippery when wet sign At a four way stopa) The vehicle on the left goes firstb) You do not have to stop if there are no other vehicles around c) The vehicle on the right goes firstd) School buses go first

c) The vehicle on the right goes first

What does this sign mean?Roundabouts/Rotaries/Circular Intersections What does this sign mean?Keep right sign What does this sign mean?"Y" Intersection What does this sign mean?Yield What does this sign mean?Stop What does this sign mean?Change in direction sign If the gas pedal sticks: Keep your eyes on the road. Quickly shift to neutral. Pull off the road when it is safe to do so. Turn off the engine.What does this sign mean?Crossroad What does this sign mean?Winding road ahead 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 If an approaching vehicle fails to dim their headlights, you shoulda) Look to the center of the roadb) Flash your headlights quickly a couple of times c) Keep your bright lights ond) Turn your headlights off

b) Flash your headlights quickly a couple of times

Green road signs area) Regulatory signsb) Guide signsc) Warning signsd) Used for parks and recreation

b) Guide signs

Flashing lights: (red/yellow)Red: A flashing red traffic light means the same as a stop sign. You must come to a full stop and you may proceed

when it is safe to do so.Yellow: A flashing yellow traffic light

means slow down and proceed with caution.What does this sign mean?No U-Turns Allowed What does this sign mean?Side road

If your brakes fail: Pump the brake pedal several times. This will often build

up enough brake pressure to allow you to stop. If that does not work, use the parking brake. Pull on the parking brake handle slowly so you will not lock the rear wheelsand cause a skid. Be ready to release the brake if the vehicle does start to skid. If that does not work, start shifting to lower gears and look for a safe place to slow to a stop. Make sure the vehicle isoff the roadway. Do not drive the vehicle without brakes.When you hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any directions, you musta) Slow downb) Pull to the right side of the road and stop c) Continue driving at the same speedd) Speed up

b) Pull to the right side of the road and stop

What does this sign mean?No Parking Anytime When you change lanes you shoulda) Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move b) Blow your horn before changing lanesc) Cross two or more lanes at one timed) Flash your headlights

a) Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to

move What does this sign mean?Pedestrian crossing sign What does this sign mean?Two way road way sign

If the headlights go out: Slow down gradually and pull off the road as soon as

possible. Try the headlight switch a few times. If that does not work, put on the emergency flashers; turn on signals or fog lights if you have them. Do not operate your vehicle.

Circle road sign:Railroad crossing

Pennant road sign:No passing zone

What does this sign mean?Disabled parking sign If a tire suddenly goes flat: Hold the steering wheel tightly and keep the vehicle going straight. Slow down gradually. Take your foot off the gas pedal and use the brakes lightly. Do not stop on the road if at all possible. Pull off the road in a safe place.What does this sign mean?No passing zone sign Light RulesLet you see twice as far as low beams. Dim your high beams whenever you come within about a one-block distance of an oncoming vehicle. Use your low beams when following another vehicle or when in heavy traffic.Use the low beams in fog or when it is snowing or raining

hard. Light from high beams will reflect back, causing glareand making it more difficult to see ahead. Some vehicles also have fog lights that you should use under these conditions. Do not drive at any time with only your parking lights on. Parking lights are for parking only.If a vehicle comes toward you with high beams on, flash your headlights quickly a couple of times. If the driver fails to dim the lights, look toward the right side of the road. This will keep you from being blinded by the other vehicles' headlights and allow you to see enough of the edge of the road to stay on course. Do not try to "get back" at other drivers by keeping your bright lights on. If you do, both of you may be blinded.What does this sign mean?School zone cross sign

Rectangle traffic sign:Regulatory or guide

If the engine dies: Keep a strong grip on the steering wheel. Be aware that it

may be difficult to turn, but it is possible. Pull off the