Utah drivers permit test Flashcards

Utah drivers permit test Flashcards What are your responsibilities if you are involved in an accident?Stop immediately, exchange info (insurance, name, phone #, etc.) or leave a note.How far away should you park from a crosswalk at an intersection?20 or more feet away.What should you do if you see or hear an emergency vehicle?Pull over and provide space for the vehicle to pass if needed.What % of deaths and injuries could have been avoided if seat belts were worn?about 66%2/3 of accidents wouldn't have happened.Safety belts are required for who?The driver and all passengers.What is the Driver's License Compact?It provides guidelines for a greater cooperation among members in drivers license matters, the state can forward traffic violation to your home state.If you change your address, you must notify the Driver's License Division within how many days?10 days What equipment must your car have?White license plateSafety beltsWindshield wipersTurn signalsParking lightsStop lightsMirrorsSafety glassHornHeadlightsBumpersEmergency brakesRed taillights What does the basic speed limit rule imply? That you may never drive faster than is reasonably safe.When and where do you dim your headlights? At nights within 500 feet of an oncoming car.What should you do when you approach a stopped school bus?

when flashing red lights: come to a complete stop and

proceed when safe to do so.What is an operator?A person who is in actual physical control of a motor vehicle What is a duplicate license?When you loose your license, you get a duplicate How soon before making a turn or changing lanes should you signal?At least two seconds before turning or making a lane change.Which way do you turn your wheels uphill without curb?Turn wheels towards the curb (to the right).Explain the point system in Utahif you are over 21 and dinged 200 points for traffic convictions in a period of 3 years, you will be asked to appear for a driver license hearing and may be placed on probation or have your license suspended or revoked.A sign in the shape of a square resting on one of its points means? (diamond) Warning sign What do you do at railroad crossings?If lights are flashing and the gates are down, you come to a complete stop and wait for the train to pass, then proceed with caution.Children under what age must wear seat belts? EVERYONE What is a pedestrian vehicle?A class D vehicle and the minimum age to drive is 16 Which way do you turn your wheels downhill with curb?Turn wheels towards curb.

A sign in the shape of an octagon means? STOP What highway markings tell when it is safe to pass?A broken white or yellow lane marker.Children under what age must be in care safety seats?Children under the age of 8 Zero mile markers begin where?At the south and west state boundaries or at junctions where routes begin.How far away should you park from a fire hydrant? 15 or more feet away.At what level is considered intoxicated and illegal to drive?.08 or higher When should you turn your headlights off? During the day when they're not needed.How do you get points removed?By going 1-2 years without an offense or taking a class.What types of pedestrians should you watch out for?ALL, but children near school zones, and joggers.What are requirements for driving a motorcycle? You have to get a motorcycle endorsementYou have to take a test about motorcycles What is required at a flashing red or yellow light?Flashing red: come to a complete stop.Flashing yellow: reduce speed, but continue through intersection.What is the safe distance to keep when following another vehicle?

• seconds following distance. (meaning if they pass

something, you should pass it 2 seconds after them.) How long is your license good for?5 years When can you make a right hand turn at a red light?If there is no oncoming traffic At what places must you make a complete stop? Stop signFlashing red lightRed stop lightRailroad closingif involved in a crash When should you turn your headlights on? At night, in weather conditions that impair visibility up to 1,000 feet.Where and when do you not make a U-turn-On a curve-railroad track crossing-highway/freeway-Near the top of a hill where you cannot see from both directions for 500 feet.What is a license?The privilege to operate a motor vehicle How many normal drinks for a person to become legally drunk?

• drinks

What are the proper had signals for turning, stopping and slowing down?

Stopping and slowing down: hand extended

downwardsRight turn:Hand extended upLeft turn: hand straight What is the State Financial Responsibility Law? The law says that you must have yourself (the driver) and the car insured.How is the point system different if you're under 21?If you're under 21 years old, it takes only 70 points to trigger a hearing and possibly the suspension or revocation of your license What is the meaning of Utah's implied Consent law?It's an implied law stating that you will submit any drug test a police officer asks of you What is an operator license?Must be at least 16 years old and complete a drivers education course- allows you to drive all personal vehicles.How do you recognize the meaning of a traffic sign firstThe position of the light, then the color.Which way do you turn your wheels uphill with curb?Turn wheels away from the curb.A sign in the shape of an upside down triangle means?Yield What are speed limits for business, residential, and school zones?25, but when lights are flashing in school zone-20

What is the meaning of Blood Alcohol level? The level of alcohol in your blood. Also known as BAC (Blood Alcohol concentration) What does defensive driving mean?Look out for the other guy and always have a way out.What does completion of Driver's Education pertain to?You may get your license if you pass the driving test and class.A sign in the shape of a rectangle means? Speed limit sign-regulatory sign What % of traffic accidents in Utah are due to drivers who have been drinking?20% What is the minimum requirement for vision? 20/40 vision and side vision of 90 degrees in at least one eye.License suspension vs. license revocation Revocation means termination of the privilege to drive a motor vehicle. Suspension is temporary withdrawal of privilege Requirements for getting a Utah operator's license?Must be older than age 16 and completed a drivers education course.When must you file an accident report?If the accident results in injuries, death, or property damage that costs at least $1500.What is the penalty for a driver convicted of driving while intoxicated?License suspension, 6 months in jail or fine or revocation if a second offense.How far away should you park from a stop sign? 30 or more feet away.Under what 2 instances may you pass on the right side?1. On a two lane road when the vehicle you are passing is about to turn left.2. On a highway with at least two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction What is an instruction permit?Learners permit