Nevada DMV Test Cheat Sheet 2018 Flashcards you want to turn left at an upcoming corner. give the right of way to?all approaching vehicles what is a blowout?when the tire suddenly loses air and throws a vehicle or of control.when can drivers under the age of 18 transport others under age of 18?six months after receiving their license The speed limit for a school zone where children are present is ______ unless otherwise posted.15mph what is the minimum age for acquiring a Nevada instruction permit?15 1/2 years of age what is the demerit point system?Traffic Law violations that are assigned a point value when is it legal to use a cell phone without a hands free device while driving when making a call for emergency assistance if there are two solid yellow lines dividing opposing Lanes of traffic, you may?cross over the lines to make a left turn from or into a probate road or driveway what happens if a driver violates posted signs in construction and maintenance zones?receives traffic fines When can skidding occur?Graveled RoadsOn ice or packed snowWet pavement where is the safest place for a child to be buckled in a vehicle?back seat What is the number one crash type on Nevadas street and highways?Rear end collision when you are in a dedicated turn lane controlled by a green arrow, which of the following is true?All oncoming vehicles and pedestrians are stopped by red lights what does a flashing yellow light indicate? you may go ahead, but proceed with caution under what age should a child never be left unattended if the conditions present a significant risk to the health and safety of that child unless the child is being supervised by and within sight of a person atleast 12 years old?under 7 years of age you are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching with a siren and flashing lights. you should?continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop.When are U turns allowed? In a business district Anytime a traffic sign or signal prohibits them On curves a pedestrian who is blind or visually impaired uses traffic sounds before deciding to cross the street. if you see a pedestrian with a guide dog or white cane waiting to cross a corner, you should?pull up to the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine How much water can cause a driver to lose control of his or her car?Less than one inch of water when can a motorcycle operator use a complete lane of traffic?on all highways and streets where motorcycles are allowed
when a traffic light isnt working at an intersection, you should?come to a complete stop, then proceed when it is safe When may you use a center turn lane?To make a left turn onto another road, street, or driveway when parking your vehicle on any hill?use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in gear or "Park" what is the proper hand signal for turning left? extend left arm horizontally out of open window What do double yellow lines do for a freeway? They let drivers know they are in a portion of roadway where it is not safe to cross the double yellow lines.when driving in bad wheather, what should you give other drivers?plenty of space a school bus has stopped ahead on your side of the road and is flashing it's red lights. what should you do?stop as long as the red lights flash you should have just your rear-view and side mirrors when?before you start driving you must register your vehicle within how many days of moving to Nevada or of receiving your license?30 days what does a curb painted green indicate? A green curb usually I dicates parking is allowed for limited time periods, and those time periods are normally stated on a nearby sign.In Nevada, what is the "Basic Rule"?It means that you are never to drive at a speed that endangers you or anyone else. depending on conditions, the safe speed may be considerable less than the posted speed limit.overloading a trailer can have bad effects on? steering, braking, and speed control what is a roundabout?circular area in the middle of an intersection meant to control the right of way vehicles you should allow more space in front of your vehicle when following large trucks because?You need the extra room to see around the truck What should you do when parking on a hill? Turn your front tires so that if it rolls it will roll into the curb instead if traffic.what do you do when you hear the siren or see the flashing lights of an emergency vehicle?Come to a complete stop until the vehicle passesPull safely to the right side of the road What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights?you can never turn against a red arrow, even if you stop first if you double your speed - say from 30mph to 60mph - your braking distance becomes?four times as far what are you suppose to do in the event you are at the scene of a traffic accident?you must stop and get help if needed two vehicles are approaching an uncontrolled T intersection. what vehicle is on the through Road and the other is on the road that ends. who has the right of way at the intersection?the vehicle on the through Road When is using your headlights advised? When driving in fogWhen driving in snowWhen driving in rainWhen driving at night
You should use your horn when?it may help prevent a collision Trucks and busses have BIG No-Zones on both sides of the vehicle. what is a No-Zone?blind spot What is the most important thing you need to do when driving in bad weather?Slow Down what should you do if you encounter a flooded road?Do not attempt to drive through it to turn left from a one way street onto a one way street, start from?the lane closest to the left curb at intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always?look to the sides of your vehicle What does a flashing red light indicate? Come to a complete stop and proceed when the way is clear.when you change Lanes or meet with another lane, you?need at least a 4 second gap in traffic where should infants be placed in a vehicle? Always buckle infants facing the rear of a vehicle in a restraint system.what should you do if passing a bicycle? Move to the adjacent lane to the left if possible.pass with at least three feet between the vehicle and the bicycle if you cannot change Lanes