KNOW WHERE YOURE GOING!

Arizona's Permit Practice Flash cards Flashcards When driving what is one of the most important factors that will keep you from making last minute decisions when driving?

KNOW WHERE YOU'RE GOING!

When parked on a downhill grade/slope you should turn the

steering wheel to the:

Right (towards the curb)

It is illegal to park your vehicle:In an unmarked crosswalk

When another vehicles comes up behind you and flashes their lights or sounds their horn, what should you do?In this situation, you would move to the right when it's safe and allow them to pass. Never speed up when another vehicle is passing you.What should you do if you miss you exit while on the freeway or highway?DO NOT STOP. NEVER stop on the freeway. You are to take the next exit and look for signs showing you how to rejoin the road in the other direction.Can the parent/legal gaurdian whom signed the application for the intrsuction permit/drivers license for the minor cancel that minor's drivers license?Yes. They can cancle the license at any time.For the first ___ months, a driver with a graduated driver's license cannot driver a motor vehicle containing more than one passenger under the age of 18.The first 6 months When entering a freeway, what should you do? Accelerate on the entrance ramp/lane to match the speed of freeway traffic in the right lane. Next you signal, check for traffic around you, and merge carefully.When merging onto a freeway/interstate you should:Accelerate to the same speed of freeway/interstate traffic and then merge smoothly Your vehicle is required to have a working horn that could be heard from _____ feet.heard from 200 feet What should you do if another driver is following you too closely?In this situation you would move to another lane if there is room or when the road ahead is clear, gradually slow down and move to the right. This should encourage the tailgater to pass you.Before starting the "road test", what is one of the first things you want to do, before even getting into the car?Check and observe for nearby parked cars, people, or other objects that could effect your ability to safely put the car in motion.Vehicles that are approaching a roundabout must...yield to the traffice in the circle It is illegal to park...1.) On a sidewalk2.) In front of a private/public driveway3.) Within the boundaries of an intersection4.) On a crosswalk or within 20 feet of a crosswalk/intersection5.) On a freeway or interstate highway (unless in an emergency)6.) In any area prohibiting parking7.) Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant8.) Within 50 feet of a railroad crossing9.) On a bridge or within a tunnel10.) In such a way that you create a hazard for other vehicles

A child age ___ years and younger shoulder never ride in the front seat of any car.12 years If you are driving the speed limit in poor weather conditions you may be given a Citation.Once you are in the car, what is one of the first things you should do?Adjust the seat and steering wheel as needed.If you happen to be driving in someone else's blind spot, what should you do?Either speed up or drop back but never stay for an extended period of time in a blind spot area.Passing on the right is permitted only when it is safe or when... (3 answers) 1.) the vehicle you're passing is making a left turn2.) an open highway is clearly marked for two or more lanes of vehicles moving in the same direction as you are goingor3.) You are in a business/residential district where the pavement is wide enough for two or more lanes of vehicles moving in the same direction as you Who can be issued a graduated drivers license? An applicant who is atleast 16 years of age, but no older than 18 years of age and is valid to opperate any vehicle that does not require a motorcycle or commercial license.A flashing red light at a traffic light means... Stop. Treat it like it's a stop sign. Come to a complete stop; then proceed when it is safe.What is foresight?This means being able to size up traffic situations as quickly as possible and being prepared to take corrective action.When entering or exiting it is important to... Yield the right-of-way to drivers that are already on the highway.When entering a roundabout, you always enter to the...right of the central island In any case where another car comes in contact with yours, even if it didn't cause "a lot" of damage, what are you supposed to do?You and the person you hit or that hit you are to pull off to the side away from oncoming traffic, when and where it's safe, and go over with the other driver what just happened so as to settle the situation.An applicant for a graduated license must have held an Arizona instruction permit for how long?They'd have to have held it for 6 months before applying.How old do you have to be in order to be issued an operators permit?Must be 18 years old What does the lap belt on a seat belt prevent from happening in the event of a car crash?It prevents ejection and it protects your lower body.Where should a head restraint be adjusted, if adjustable?It should be positioned to fit against the back of your head and to line up with the middle of your ear.What does the shoulder belt of your seat belt prevent from happening in the event of a car crash?It helps keep your head and chest from striking the dashboard or windshield.It's okay for a driver with a graduated driver's license to driver a motor vehicle containing more than one passenger under the age of 18 in the first 6 months of receiving their license only if... (2 answers) 1.) the passenger's are the teen driver's siblingsor2.) the driver is accompanied by a parent or legal gaurdian with a valid class A, B, C, or D driver's license and is occupying the front seat.What hand signal indicates a right turn? An extended arm pointing upward; like an "L"

How can you avoid getting a fixed stare when driving?To prevent this from happening, keep your eyes moving and learn to "read" the road.If you miss you exit in a roundabout, what should you do?You can go around the roundabout until you reach the exit again.How long is a graduates or operators permit valid for?It's valid for 12 months When applying for a drivers license, one application fee will allow how many attempts to pass the road test in a 12-month period?You have 3 attempts When is it safe to enter a roundabout?When there is a gap in traffic. Once inside the roundabout, DO NOT STOP. Following directions on signs or pavement markings about which lane to use.How many feet do you have to be from a railraod crossing in order to park legally?More than 50 feet What is a deceleration lane?A lane that assists drivers in exiting the highway/freeway How many days do you have to notify the DMV of any change to your name or address?You have 10 days to do this.How many feet clearance should you allow between you and a bicyclist?At least 3 feet clearance What is defensive driving?It means being constantly aware of the driving conditions, planning ahead, anticipating dangers and taking the right action so as not to come in contact with any obstacle or other vehicle.How old do you have to be in order to be issued a graduate/motorcycle instruction permit?Must be 15 years and 6 months old When driving in fog, you should uselow beam headlights You come to an intersection with a flashing yellow light.

You are permitted to cross the intersection if:

You slow down and pass through carefully The law requires that you signal at least _____ feet before you turn.100 feet If you need current travel information fast, what number do you dial?511* (511 + star key) When is it safe to switch back into your orginial lane after switching lanes to pass the driver in front of you?Once you can see the entire front side or the head lights of the vehicle you passed in your rear view mirror, it is safe to move back into your original lane.When backing up or going into reverse, what should you do?First check the outside of the car to make sure nothing is going to get in the way of your driving. Next, place your arm on the passenger seat and look directly through the rear view window. Finally, you back up slowly.If there is an emergency in which case you have to pull off the side of the highway/freeway/interstate, what steps do you take?

1.) Pull onto the shoulder of the road as far away from the traffic as possible. If there's a curb, pull it as close to the curb as you can get it.2.) Set parking break, shift into park, or leave the vehicle in gear ( for mannual transmission) and turn off the engine.3.) Lock your vehicle.4.) set out proper emergency signals.

If you are under 18 and are applying for an instruction permit or drivers license, who has to sign the application?At least one parent or legal gaurdian must sign it.When entering the freeway, do you go through the gore area and over the solid white line?NO. When on the freeway, DO NOT cross a solid line.Once you have turned or switched lanes, make sure that your signal is ___.Off If the parent/gaurdian wants to certify that the applicant for a graduated license has the mandatory hours completed receive the new license, how hours would he/she have to have of practice driving?Needs at least 30 hours of supervised driving practice, including at least 10 hours at night.You are tested in the vehicle you provide. Before going in for the "road test", what should you have already familiarized yourself with?The entire car. Know how to operate the parking break, windshield wiper/washer, heater/defroster, the horn, your warning lights, blinkers, and so forth and KNOW WHEN TO

USE THEM PROPERLY.

What is the proper way to stay in your lane or make turns?Look well ahead and make only slight steering corrections as needed.Every ___ years a photo and vision screening will need to be updated for your license.You have to do this every 12 years If you are keeping pace with other drivers at 65mph and the posted speed limit is 55mph you are...Not doing anything illegal since you're following the flow of traffic If you have a permit, who must accompany you when driving at all times?You must be accompanied by a class A, B, C, or D licensed driver of atleast 21 years of age, who occupies the seat beside you (passenger's seat).How can you creat a spacce cushion between you and other vehicles?Stay in the middle of your lane and give yourself about a 3-6 second distance between you and the car in front of you. This prevents a rear-end collision from happening in case the person in front of you suddnely needs to slam on their breaks.How tall and heavy does a child have to be in order to no longer be seated in a car seat?They must be of at least 80 pounds and 4 feet, 9 inches tall.When driving, what are one of the many things you should avoid doing when driving near someone else's vehicle?Avoid driving in someone else's blind spot What are blind spots?These are areas on the left and right sides of your vehicle that are not visible in your mirror.What is the hand signal that indiactes a left turn?Extending your arm out indicates a left turn. Be cautious of other oncoming vehicles that may injure your arm as they pass by or pull up.Once you're in your vehicle and have adjusted the seat and wheel (if adjustable) as needed, what should you do next?Check to make sure the lights/your signals and breaks are working.How many feet from a fire hydrant do you have to be in order to park legally?More than 15 feet Driving when you are suffering from extreme fatigue or emotional distress can be just as dangerous as, what?drunk driving When should you get your breaks checked by a mehanic?If they don't SEEM to be working properly, they are making noise, they are emitting an unusual odor or the break pedal