MI Drivers License Written Test Study Guide Flashcards

MI Driver's License Written Test Study Guide Flashcards

Leaving a freeway:Most freeway exits have a special deceleration lane to slow

down in when exiting the freeway. Look ahead for exit ramp signs you want and the lane you must use. Check in front, behind and to the side for traffic. Signal your intention early and then move into the proper lane.Avoid slowing down on the freeway when exiting. Wait until you are fully in the deceleration lane before reducing your speed and then slow down gradually. Many ramps have sharp curves, so it is important to obey the posted exit ramp speed limit.If you miss your exit ramp, never back up, turn around or use a median crossover. Instead, drive to the next exit. Get back on the freeway and return to the exit you want. Never use the crossover lane in the median. It is only for emergency and Michigan Department of Transportation vehicles.Double solid white lineUsed to show a travel path where driving in the same direction is permitted on both sides of the line but crossing the line is prohibited.15 mphIn mobile home parks and some municipal parks.Right turn on red:Unless a sign tells you "no turn on red," you may turn right at a red light after coming to a complete stop.You must yield to pedestrians and approaching traffic. Make sure to look to your left, front and right before starting your turn.Then turn carefully.PassingWhen passing other vehicles, always check your rearview and side-view mirrors for any overtaking traffic.Use your turn signal to indicate your intentions.Check blind spots by turning your head to see if you can safely move from your lane without interfering with traffic.It is illegal to exceed the speed limit or use the shoulder of the road to pass.When about to pass a vehicle on a divided highway, move into the passing lane well before passing.Look down the road how long?12 Seconds.

Other reasons to yield:You must yield when directed by a uniformed

lawenforcement officer and when directed by flag people atconstruction sites.You must yield for vehicles in a funeral procession.You must yield to emergency vehicles, approaching fromany direction or, if stopped, when their lights are flashing.Time is critical in an emergency situation.Pulling over andallowing emergency vehicles to reach their destinations asquickly and safely as possible may save a life.You also must yield whenever you are approaching

orpassing a stopped waste collection, utility service or roadmaintenance vehicle with its lights flashing.Right-of-way at traffic signals:When turning left at a traffic signal, you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.When you see a stopped emergency vehicle: Slow down and move over a lane if possible. If traffic or other conditions prevent you from changing lanes, you must slow down and proceed with due caution.Right turn signalingLeft arm and hand bent up.

Passing on the left:On a two- or three-lane road with traffic moving in both

directions, you may pass on the left when overtaking

another vehicle if there are no signs or other markings prohibiting passing and it can be done safely.

RoundaboutsA circular intersection where entering traffic yields to vehicles traveling counterclockwise around a central island.Vehicles entering from each leg of the intersection must yield to the traffic already in the roundabout, which is coming from the left. Vehicles exit the roundabout by making a right turn onto the desired road.Traveling in a roundabout:Always stay to the right of the center island.Vehicles within the roundabout have the right of way.Do not stop within a roundabout unless it is the only way to safely avoid a collision or other danger.If an emergency vehicle is heard or seen approaching, do not stop. Exit the roundabout, pull over to the right and stop, allowing the emergency vehicle to pass.Avoid changing lanes in a multiple-lane roundabout. Move into the lane you need before entering the roundabout.Give special consideration to trucks, trailers, and other large vehicles. Avoid passing or driving next to large vehicles, as they may need more than one lane to navigate through theroundabout.Refrain from passing other vehicles, bicycles and mopeds.When entering or exiting a roundabout, watch for pedestrians crossing the street.

Passing on the right:When two or more lanes of traffic are moving in the same

direction, passing other vehicles in either lane is allowed.However, slower moving vehicles should always stay in the lane farthest to the right except when preparing to make a left turn.When driving in the right lane, passing another vehicle should be done cautiously as the driver of the other vehicle may not see you and may turn into your path.Passing on the right of another vehicle by crossing the solid white line that marks the edge of the roadway is prohibited even if the shoulder is paved or a bike lane is present. It is also illegal to use a right-turn lane for passing.

Dashed white lines:Dashed white lines painted across a roundabout's traffic

lane indicate you should yield to traffic.SkidIf the vehicle begins to skid, remain calm and do the

following:Take your foot off the accelerator.Turn the front

wheels only enough to keep them pointed in the direction you want to go and no farther.Be prepared for a secondary skid in the opposite direction.Again, turn the wheels in the direction you want to go. Then straighten the wheels to bring the vehicle under control.Exiting the roundabout:Maintain a slow speed.Indicate your exit by using your turn signal.Do not accelerate until you are beyond the pedestriancrossing at the exit.