FL DMV Driver License Test Prep: Practice Questions Flashcards

FL DMV Driver License Test Prep: Practice Questions Flashcards

Where should you never make a three-point turn? Never make a three-point turn or a U-turn on a curve, a hill, the highway, or where there is a sign that prohibits U-turns.What should you do during a tire blow-out? 1. Take your foot off the gas. Do not use brakes.2.Concentrate on steering.3. Slow down gradually.4. Brake softly when the car is under control.5. Pull completely off the pavement/roadway.Vehicles proceed through the intersection in the order that they arrived at the intersection; the first vehicle to reach the intersection should move forward first.- If vehicles arrive at approximately the same time, each driver must yield to the drivers on their right.What does a red traffic light mean?What is the maximum speed limit on an interstate highway?70MPH Your license must be REVOKED (termination of driving privilege) if you are found guilty of this If you have a learner's license, how many hours of driving experience are required to earn the Class E driver license?When driving in the rain, fog, or smoke in the daytime, what lights should you use?When driving in low visibility conditions drive with lights onlow beam.High beams will reflect back off the fog and impair visibility even more In order to lift the suspension, you will have to get insurance and pay a reinstatement fee ($150 to $500) What are the penalties if you are at fault in a crash and you are not insured in compliance with the Financial Responsibility Law?In your vehicle, what should you adjust before you start your engine?

Before you start your engine: be sure vehicle is in park or

neutral. adjust the seat so you can reach all controls. adjust all rear-view mirrors so that you can use them without having to lean forward or backward. move anything that blocks your view of mirrors or roadway. lock all car doors.put on your seat belt and make sure all passengers do the same.When may you drive in the left lane of a road with two lanes? With four lanes?On a two-lane highway, you are allowed to drive on the left half of the roadwaywhen it is safe to pass and passing is allowed. If the road has four or more lanes with two-way traffic, drive in the right lanes except when overtaking and passing.When a projected load extends more than 4 feet from the vehicle, what must you use to clearly mark it in the daytime? At night?During the day, red flags at least 18 inches square must mark the extremities of the load.17yo: 5am - 1am18yo: No LimitsWhen can you be charged with driving under the influence

(DUI)?

Used at, or just before, dangerous intersections. Also used to alert you to a warning sign such as a school crossing or sharp curve. Proceed with caution.If you are approaching a railroad crossing that does not have gates or lights and you see a train coming, what should you do?

Yellow lane lines separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. What does a double solid yellow line in the center of the highway mean?Vehicles moving in either direction must not pass/cross these lines (unless turning left when it is safe to do so).What should you do if your right wheels go off the pavement while driving?

• Take your foot off the gas pedal.2. Hold the wheel firmly

and steer in a straight line.3. Brake lightly.4. Wait until the road is clear. Turn back on the pavement at a slow speed (signal your intention).What is the recommended safe following distance? Keep a minimum following distance of four seconds during normal weather and traffic conditions Edge LinesSolid lines along the side of the road mark the edge of the pavement.Single solid white line Marks the right edge of the pavement. Single solid yellow line. Marks the left edge of the pavement on divided highways and one-way streets.What is an open intersection? When must you yield right-of-way?An open intersection is one without traffic control signs or signals. When you enter an open intersection, you must

yield the right-of-way if: a vehicle is already in the

intersection you enter or cross a state highway from a secondary road you enter a paved road from an unpaved road you plan to make a left turn and a vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction.What is the arm signal for a left turn? Right turn? Slow or stop?You must give a turn signal for at least 100 feet BEFORE you make your turn What does the Move Over Law require you to do? - vacate the lane closest to the stationary emergency vehicle, tow truck, sanitation, or utility vehicle (signal your intention to change lanes)- if you cannot move over safely, slow down to a speed of 20 mph below the posted speed limit- Drivers who are not in the lane closest to the stationary vehicle should be prepared to allow those who are to move over into their lane What does it mean if you see red reflectors on the lane lines facing you? What should you do?If you see red reflectors facing you on the lane lines, you are on the wrong side of the road. Turn around or get into the proper lane immediately! If you see red reflectors on the edge lines of the road, you are going the wrong way on an entrance or exit ramp. Pull over immediately! Turn around when it is safe to do so.Yellow Lane LinesYellow lane lines separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.Single broken yellow line. Stay to the right of the line. You may cross this line to pass a car ahead of you on the left only when it is safe to do so.Double solid yellow lines. Vehicles moving in either direction must not pass/cross these lines (unless turning left when it is safe to do so). Double yellowlines-solid on right("your side" of line), broken on left. Passing is not allowed in this lane. (May turn left when safe to do so.) Double yellowlines-broken on right("your side" of line), solid

on left. Passing is permitted in this lane when safe to do so.After stopping, you may turn right if there is not a NO TURN ON RED sign and the way is clear What does a green arrow showing at the same time as a red traffic light mean you can do?Why is texting one of the most dangerous distracted driving behaviors?Texting involves all three types of distractions (visual/manual/cognitive) making it one of the most dangerous of distracted driving behaviors What are the three main categories of distracted driving?Visual: taking your eyes off the road Manual: taking your

hands off the steering wheelCognitive: thinking about

anything other than driving

Both your judgment and vision are affected after drinking alcohol. Which is affected first?A person's judgment is the first thing affected after drinking an alcoholic beverage.What are blind spots?Blind spots are areas near the left and right rear corners of your vehicle that you can't see in your rear-view mirrors or with your peripheral vision Which way should you turn your wheels when parking uphill along a curb? Which way should you turn them where there is not a curb? Which way should you turn them if parking downhill?Uphill: Turn wheels from curbNo Curb: Turn wheels

rightDownhill: Turn wheels to curb

At what times must you use your headlights? Use headlights between the hours of sunset and sunrise When can you use a three-point turn?Use a three-point turn only if the road is too narrow for a U-turn and you can't go around the block.How long (distance) should you signal before making a left or right turn?You must give a turn signal for at least100 feetBEFORE you make your turn What should you do if you drive past your exit on an interstate highway?Don't make last-minute turns into an exit. If you pass your exit, you must go to the next one.What are bumper height requirements? Are they the same for every vehicle?front and rear bumpers mounted within certain height levels. Height limitations are governed by the net shipping weight of the vehicle If a law enforcement officer stops a vehicle and the front seat passenger under 18 years old is not wearing a safety belt, who will be charged with the seat belt violation?Passengers 18 years old or older will be charged with the violation if they fail to wear a seat belt when required by law What is the farthest away you can park from a curb?You must not park more than 12 inches away from the curb.How do you check your blind spots when you are preparing to change lanes or turn?Briefly continue driving in the left lane as you pass the slower vehicle. Turn on your right turn signal to inform other drivers of you intentions to transition back into the right lane. Check your rear view and side mirrors for other motorists. Check your vehicle's blind spot.As a motorist, what should you do when preparing to turn right on a roadway with a bike lane?Move into the the right-most lane as you near the intersection. Yield to bicyclists when crossing a bike lane and to pedestrians who may be crossing your path If you are driving a motor vehicle, are you allowed to share a lane with a motorcyclist?Neverattempt to share the lane with a motorcycle. The motorcyclist is entitled to the entire lane Drivers take basic driver improvement course to retain their license after charged with a moving or non-moving traffic violation that would result in points being assessed to their driving record may choose to attend driver improvement course What maneuvers are required on a driving exam?What age are children required to be in a car seat? In a car seat or booster seat?Children under age 4 must be in a safety seat, and children ages 4 and 5 must be in either a safety seat or a booster seat.When emergency braking, what is the difference between conventional brakes and anti-lock brakes (ABS)?Conventional: stop by pumping breaksABS: must press down hard on the brake pedal, hold it, and steer out of danger