Drivers Ed Chapter 4 – Flashcards
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What is the most common factor of accidents?
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Exceeding the speed limit
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Name 5 different speed zones and their speeds.
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25 mph- school zones, business, residential districts 35 mph- suburban business and residential districts 50 mph- non-posted rural areas 55 mph- certain state highways/ interstates 65 mph- certain interstate highways
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When are double fines applied?
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Violating laws in 65 mph zone (ie. exceeding speed limit by 10 mph) or in construction zones
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In what 6 conditions should you always slow down?
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narrow/winding roads intersections or railroad crossing on hills at sharp/blind curves where there are pedestrian or driving hazards when road is wet/slippery
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If vehicle has a problem and prevents you from keeping up with the flow of traffic, what should you do?
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Pull off the road and turn on hazards
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Does NJ prohibit driving too slowly?
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No, but NJ prohibits intentional blocking of traffic through slow driving
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What is the Safe Corridors Law?
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Law that doubles fines on various state highways for speeding, aggressive driving, etc.
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Which lane markings allow you to pass?
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Pass when line(s) is broken (the center right line is broken)
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Which lane markings DO NOT allow passing?
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Do not pass when right center line is solid or with double solid lines
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When can you pass on the right?
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On roads with more than one lane going in the same direction (Passing on the right shoulder is illegal)
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When should you never pass? 6 things.
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on hill/curve/anytime you cannot see far enough ahead street crossing/intersection railroad crossing narrow bridges or underpasses/tunnels when sign/ center lines prohibit when behind vehicle stopped for pedestrian
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Always keep right except when passing.
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Thats all, its not a question, just remember to ride as close as possible to the right edge/curb
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Who should you yield the right-of-way?
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Emergency vehicles (ambulance, fire engine, police cars) Buses picking up/ dropping off Postal vehicles Mobility assistance devices when in crosswalk Other vehicles already in intersection
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Who is responsible for pedestrian safety?
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Both pedestrian and driver.
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What are the consequences for not stopping for pedestrians in crosswalks?
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Fine up to $500, up to 25 days in jail, community service, suspended driving privilege for 6 months, and 2 points
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What is an intersection?
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Intersection- where 2 or more roads cross/merge at angles
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What do you do at a solid white line at an intersection?
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Stop behind and wait for signal
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What are the 2 types of intersections?
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Controlled- has traffic signals or directed by police officer (anywhere with stop sign) Uncontrolled- roads joined with no traffic signal (driveways)
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How far away should you stop from the crosswalk/stop line when there is a stop sign?
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5 feet
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If you and another car get to the intersection at the same time, what do you do?
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Yield to motorist on the right
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What do you do when approaching an uncontrolled intersection ?
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Reduce speed, ready to stop for traffic
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What is the general rule for intersections?
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vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right
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What cause blind spots?
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Buildings, other vehicles, bushes, car edges.
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What determines the right of way in a traffic circle?
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Stop and yield signs at the road's entrance
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What are used for entering and exiting highways/interstates/turnpikes?
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Acceleration lanes- speed up to traffic flow Deceleration lanes-slow down to obey ramp limits Weave lanes- both an entrance and exit lane
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What things should you remember when entering a highway?
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Obey speed limits of entrance ramps Speed up to flow of traffic Avoid coming to a complete stop Yield to traffic and enter right lane when safe
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Who has the right of way on weave lane?
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Motorist leaving expressway (motorist entering yields the right of way to motorist leaving)
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Which lane should you drive in on highways that go through cities?
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Left lane to avoid merge conflicts (adjust position for exit early)
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What do you do when passing a disabled vehicle?
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Slow down and increase the space between you and the disabled car.
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What do you do if you become disabled? 7 things.
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Pull off as far as possible on shoulder/median Turn on emergency flashers (hazards) Raise the hood to signal for assistance Stay in vehicle and lock the doors Use cell phone to call for help Ask anyone who stops to call for help Dont get into a stranger's car
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What do you do to the speed when approaching toll booth?
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Reduce speed early because toll booths may be backed up.
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What do you use to enter or exit some expressways?
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Cloverleaf turn is often necessary
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When does NJ allow right turns on red?
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After vehicle comes to a complete stop, checks for traffic, and there are no 'no turn on red' signs posted
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What do you during right turns?
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Approach intersection as far to the right as possible Do not swing into the wrong lane while making turn
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3 Points of making left turns.
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Don't cross lane markings Turn into lane nearest center line Move to right out of passing lane when traffic permits
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When do most accidents at traffic lights occur?
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In the first few seconds after the light changes
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What do you do when light turns yellow?
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Stop before intersection, unless light changes when vehicle is too close to stop safely
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11 times when a motorist should stop...
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at intersection w/ stop sign, intersection w/ red light (flashing/illuminated), intersection w/ yellow light after green, yield sign & traffic does not permit safe merge, school bus (un)loading kids, coming from driveway/ally, bridge opening for boat, blind pedestrian in crosswalk, pedestrian in crosswalk, wheel chair in crosswalk
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What are the warning devices for railroad crossings?
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Warning signs, pavement markings, flashing lights (on sign), gates (w/ or w/o flashing lights), bells, flag signals
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How far away should you stop from railroad crossing?
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At least 15 feet
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What requirements do buses and vehicles with hazardous materials have at railroad crossings?
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Must always stop
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When do you stop for school buses?
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When bus is flashing lights, stop sign is out (proceed when signals turned off)
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How far away should you stop for a school bus on a multilane road?
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at least 25 feet away
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What speed should you go when on a dual lane highway and a bus is stopped on the opposite side?
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Slow to 10 mph
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How many feet do you stop behind a school bus when it stops?
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at least 25 feet away
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What do you do when school bus stops directly in front of school?
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Proceed on at 10 mph
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Describe school bus lights...
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Amber lights go on before bus stops Red goes on when it stops
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What to do when ice cream truck stops?
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Watch for children (yield to them) Stop, then drive past no more than 15 mph Continue driving (if on dual lane highway on opp. side of median
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How many feet should you keep behind emergency vehicle?
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At least 300 feet behind
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Describe the color lights of emergency vehicles...
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Police cars, fire trucks, ambulances have sirens and red lights Private vehicles by volunteer fire rescue use blue lights
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How many feet away should you park from fire department vehicle in use?
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at least 200 feet
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What is NJ's Move Over law?
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Move Over Law requires all motorists approaching stationary emergency vehicle, tow truck, highway maintenance, or other emergency vehicle with flashing lights to change lanes and reduce speed
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What happens if you violate the Move Over law?
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Fine of $100-$500
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When should you use your headlights?
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1/2 hour before sunset & 1/2 hour after sunrise (whole night) When visibility is 500 ft or less When using windshield wipers During weather conditions (smoke, fog, mist)
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When are high (bright) beams used?
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rural, open country driving with no traffic in sight
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When are low (dim) beams used?
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city and traffic driving
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What should you do if a vehicle is approaching with high beams on?
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Look to the right of the road until vehicle passes
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Types of lights...
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High beams, low beams, parking lights, tail lights, brake lights interim (overhead) lights, dashboard lights, spot lights, fog lights
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When do tail lights turn on?
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Turn on the same time headlights and parking lights come on (become brighter when brakes are applied)
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Places never to park unless directed by police.. 17 things
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crosswalk within 20 ft of pedestrian safety zone marked street construction space marked handicapped on interstate highway sidewalk bus stop zone in front of driveway in intersection within 10 ft of fire hydrant 25 ft of crosswalk/intersection 50 ft railroad crossing 50 ft stop sign 20 ft fire station driveway 75 ft opposite fire station bridge, tunnel, elevated roadway double parking municipal ordinance prohibited parking
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What is NJ Cellular Device law? What is the fine for breaking this law?
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NJ law prohibits use of handhelds electronic devices while driving (using handheld phone is a primary offense) $100 fine for breaking laaw
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Does NJ permit handsfree phone?
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Only if it does not interfere with safe operation of vehicle, but is strongly discouraged
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What exceptions can you use your phone?
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During a fire, traffic accident, serious road hazards, medical emergency, hazardous material emergency (still keep one hand on wheel)
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What is the fine for breaking law for cell phone use?
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$100 fine
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What law makes cell phone use illegal while driving?
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enacted in 2012- "Kulesh's, Kuberts, and Bolis' Law"
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Who may not use handheld or handsfree devices while driving?
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GDL permit holders and bus drivers
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What are the consequences of littering?
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Fines up to $1000 and potential loss of licence (if litter is thrown out of moving vehicle)
