AZ Driver’s Permit Study Guide- 2013 – Flashcards
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How long does one have to notify the MVD of an address change?
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10 days
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How may one identify the MVD of an address change and what type of info may be required?
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By mail, online, or by phone. Full name, old address, new address with zip codes, license number, D.O.B., & plate number
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How long does one have to notify the MVD of a name change?
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10 days
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How may one identify the MVD of the name change and what type of identification may be required?
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By mail or in person at MVD. Proper identification in both names.
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What type of driver's license does the state of Arizona issue?
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Extended license that does not expire until age 65.
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What 2 things need to be updated and how often?
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Photo & vision every 12 years
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As of June 1st, 2008, when may a person under the age of 16 get their permit & how long must they have the permit before getting their license?
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15 years & 6 months of age. 6 months
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A person may choose to register to vote at the same time when applying for their driver's license. What criteria must be met?
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18 yrs old, US citizen, AZ resident, no convictions of any felonies, have not been adjudicated incompetent.
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It is a state law that who must be wearing a safety belt? To meet standards, they must either...
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Each front seat occupant. Have lap and/or shoulder belt properly adjusted while car is in motion.
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Brakes
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Cars & trucks: must have both foot & emergency brakes apply to at least 2 wheels. Motorcycles: one brake apply by hand or foot
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Safety Belts
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Must be worn by every front seat occupant of any vehicle made after 1972 while car is in motion.
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Child Safety Belts
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Any child less than 5 yrs old must be properly secured in a child passenger restraint system.
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Head Restraints
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Used to prevent whiplash, must line up with middle of ears.
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Muffler
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Must be in constant operation
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Air Pollution Control
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Must have an exhaust emissions system & the engine must be equipped to prevent excess fumes/smoke.
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Windows/ Windshields
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No cracks & wipers in working condition.
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Rearview Mirrors
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Must have at least one & have a clear view of the road at least 200 miles to the rear.
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Horns
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Must be heard from at least 200 ft.
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Red Lights/ Flashers
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Prohibited on the front of any vehicle that is not an authorized emergency vehicle.
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You must signal how far before a turn?
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100 ft.
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Hand Signal for Left Turn
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Arm straight out.
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Hand Signal for RightTurn
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L-shape bent at elbow.
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Hand Signal for Stopping/ Slowing
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Upside down L-shape bent at elbow.
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3 Times a Signal Should be Used:
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When changing lanes/ turning, entering/ exiting a freeway, when pulling over.
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How much time should one use to signal?
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4 seconds
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If you're turning beyond an intersection, why should your signal start while in the intersection?
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If you signal earlier, another driver may think you intend to turn at the intersection and may get in your path.
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What is a Roundabout?
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Intersection control device with traffic circling around an island.
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How does one drive in a roundabout? (3 tips)
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1. Slow down as you approach. (15-20 mph) 2. Enter when gap in traffic. Do NOT stop once inside. 3. If you miss your exit, continue around again.
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When do pedestrians have the R.O.W.?
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marked & unmarked crosswalks
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Before leaving your car parked on a downgrade, you should...?
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Turn the wheels toward the curb & set brake.
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Before leaving your car parked uphill, you should...?
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Turn the wheels away from the curb & set brake.
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If there is no curb, turn the wheels how?
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To the right.
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5 Places it is illegal to park:
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1. On sidewalk 2. In front of a driveway 3. Within 15 ft. of a fire hydrant. 4. Within 50 ft. of a railroad crossing. 5. On a bridge/ in a tunnel.
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What is the gore area?
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Space between a through roadway & an exit/ entrance ramp.
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What happens if you are convicted of driving in the gore area?
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3 points added to license.
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What does HOV stand for?
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High Occupancy Vehicle
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What are 3 restrictions concerning the HOV lane?
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1. Must have 2 or more people in car. 2. Must abide by posted times. 3. Marked license plate if driving alone.
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What are at least 4 restrictions concerning freeway driving?
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1. No U-Turns 2. Driving across divided sections. 3. Changing lanes without signaling. 4. Backing up.
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Which lane should one stay in if not passing a vehicle on the freeway?
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Right lane
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When on the freeway, does one need to signal when changing lanes?
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Yes.
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When approaching an intersection with an inoperative stoplight, how should a driver treat it?
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As a 4-way stop.
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What does a white cane signify?
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Vision impairment
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What should a driver do for a person using a white cane?
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Yield the R.O.W.
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When entering a roadway from an alley or driveway, the driver should...
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Yield the R.O.W. to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.
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When making a left turn, which driver should yield?
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The one preparing to turn left.
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What could happen to a driver if he/she runs a red light and causes an accident with serious life-treatening injuries?
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4 points to license, citation, traffic survival school
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What could happen to a driver if he/she runs a red light and causes an accident that results in the death of another?
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6 points to license, fine, 6 months suspended license, community service.
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What should a driver do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or sirens on?
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Yield the ROW & pull over to the side of the road until the vehicle has passed.
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What is the "Move Over Law" ?
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A law that requires motorists to move to the LEFT & slow down when approaching a police officer with a stopped vehicle.
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A driver should follow an emergency vehicle no closer than how many feet?
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500 ft.
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A driver should follow a police car whose lights/sirens are on, no closer than how many feet?
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300 ft.
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Regardless of the driver's direction of travel, when approaching a school bus with lights flashing, what should the driver do?
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Come to a complete stop.
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When is a driver not required to stop for a school bus when the lights are flashing?
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On a divided roadway
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Flashing Red Light
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Same as stop sign.
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Green Arrow Appearing with Red Light
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Proceed in the direction of the arrow.
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Solid Yellow Line
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No passing/ separation of traffic going in different directions
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Speed Limit in Residential Area
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25 mph
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Speed Limit in School Zone
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15 mph
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Flashing Yellow Light
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Means slow down & proceed with caution when the roadway is clear.
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Speed Limits are set for which types of driving conditions?
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Road conditions, traffic flow, # of accidents
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3 Guidelines for Driving in bad weather:
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1. Reduce Speed 2. Double space between car in front of you 3. Look twice as far ahead & behind
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Why do some interstate freeways have speed limits of 65 mph and some have 75 mph?
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open highways/ rural highways have higher speed limits then city highways.
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When is it OK to pass on the right?
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broken yellow line, 2 lanes going in the same direction, broken white lines
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When must headlights be used?
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Dusk till dawn
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6 Things you must do in a dust storm:
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1. Reduce speed 2. Drive carefully off of the highway 3. Stop as far to the right as possible 4. Turn off all lights/ take foot off brake 5. Turn off hazards 6. Wait for the storm to pass
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Where are a driver's blind spots?
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Areas on the left & right of a vehicle not visible in the mirrors.
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When can one make a left turn on a red light?
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When turning from a one-way road onto a one-way road.
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What is the 3-6 second rule?
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A rule for how far behind the car in front of you you should be.
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What is the purpose of a diamond-shaped traffic sign?
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Hazard/ Warning
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What is the purpose of a circle-shaped traffic sign?
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Railroad
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What are mile-post signs?
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Signs posted every mile.
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How far must a driver stay from a railroad crossing?
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15 ft.
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3 Rules to obey when dealing with railroad crossings:
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1. Expect trains at any time 2. Look for a second train in the opposite direction. 3. Never race with the train.
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What does a broken white line marking mean?
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A separation of traffic going in the same direction.
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What does a solid white line marking mean?
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It is used for turn-lanes and to prevent lane changes.
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What does a double solid white line mean?
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Separation of 2 lanes of traffic going in the same direction; no passing.
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What do solid yellow line markings mean?
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No passing.
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Under what conditions may a driver make a right on a red light?
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You must come to a complete stop and yield the ROW to pedestrians and traffic.
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What is hydroplaning?
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When the tires lose contact with the road when it is wet.
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What should be done if your car starts to hydroplane?
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1. Take foot off of gas. 2. Do NOT brake. 3. Avoid steering changes. 4. Hold the steering wheel firmly until the tires grip the road again.
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When following another car, use low beams when following within how many feet?
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Within 200 ft.
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When using headlights, use low beams when the vehicle is approaching you within how many feet?
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Within 500 ft.
