Florida Learners Permit – Flashcards
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It is illegal to park within how many feet of the entrance of a fire, ambulance, or rescue squad station?
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20
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How far must your license plate be visible from?
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50 feet
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If you are stopped by a law enforcement officer, you should do what?
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Turn off your engine after stopping, pull off immediately to the extreme right, clear of traffic when possible, and reduce your headlights to the parking light position at night.
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When must you use headlights?
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From sunset to sunrise.
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How many days do you have to report a change of address?
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10 days
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If a law enforcement officer stops a vehicle for a traffic violation and finds a front-seat passenger 18 years or older not wearing a safety belt, a safety belt violation is charged to who?
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The front-seat passenger
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If you receive 12 points within 12 months, for how long will your license be suspended?
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Up to 30 days
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If you refuse to take the test required by Florida's Implied Consent Law, your license will be revoked for at least how many months?
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12 months
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All children age _______ and under must use a restraint device when riding in a motor vehicle.
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5
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What should you do if you have a tire blowout?
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Do not use the brakes, pull to the side of the road, and slow gradually
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Before leaving your car parked on a downgrade, you should do what?
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Turn the wheels toward the curb
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Where is it illegal to pass?
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While driving through intersections, while driving over a railroad crossing, and while driving on curves
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What does a broken white line on the highway mean?
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It separates two lanes traveling in the same direction
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Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a business area?
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30 mph
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How long should you signal before you turn?
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At least the last 100 feet
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If you are involved in a minor crash and your vehicle is blocking the flow of traffic, you should do what?
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Attempt to move it out of the roadway immediately if you can
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You should be aware that the first thing alcohol affects is what?
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Your Judgment
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What are the rights of a person riding a bicycle on public roads?
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The same rights as a motor vehicle
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What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
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The same as a STOP sign
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How many hours of community service will you need to do if convicted of a DUI (first offense)?
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50
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What is the arm signal for a left turn?
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Your left arm pointed straight out
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Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a school zone?
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20 mph
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What is the purpose of a diamond-shaped traffic signs?
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Construction signs and/or warning signs of possible dangers ahead
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After passing a vehicle, you must return to the right side of the road before coming within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?
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200
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Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a residential area?
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30 mph
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A blue rectangular sign that reads "Rest Area Next Right" alerts drivers of what?
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An upcoming place to stop
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A yellow sign with an arrow pointing to the left warns drivers to do what?
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Slow down for a turn to the left
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An orange diamond sign indicates what?
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Work or construction zones
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A yellow sign that reads "Watch for Ice on Bridges" warns drivers to do what?
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Watch for hazardous conditions on bridge caused by ice
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A yellow sign that reads "BUMP" warns the drivers to do what?
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Slow down for a sharp rise in the road
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A yellow diamond sign that shows a terrific light with all yellow lights indicates that the driver is approaching what?
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A traffic signal
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A square sign with a left arrow and a red circle with a dash threw it indicates what to the driver?
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Left turns are prohibited at this intersection
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Railroad signs alert the driver of what?
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An oncoming railroad crossing
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A white rectangular sign that reads "speed limit 55" instructs drivers to do what?
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Drive no faster than 55 mph day or night
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A 4-way and an all-way sign tells the driver they are entering what?
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A controlled intersection
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A yellow sign that reads "Exit 35 MPH" indicates what?
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The speed is 35 mph for those exiting the highway
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A sign that shows a median and an arrow slightly swerving to the right tells the driver to do what?
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Drive to the right
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A yellow diamond sign that shows a truck going down a hill warns the drivers to do what?
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To prepare to reduce speed for a downgrade
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A yellow diamond sign with a plus sign in the middle warns the driver to do what?
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Watch for right and left oncoming traffic
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A yellow diamond sign that shows a truck on it warns drivers to do what?
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Watch for trucks entering or crossing the highway
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A yellow diamond sign that reads "DIP" warns drivers to do what?
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Slow down for a low place in the road
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You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction, what should you do?
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Slow down and proceed cautiously, looking in both directions
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You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if:
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The line on your side of the road is a broken line
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Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:
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You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks
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You may drive off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
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Under no circumstances
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You should stop for a stopped school bus:
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When its red lights and/or white strobe lights are flashing
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When must you pull over to the right and stop for an emergency vehicle when its lights and siren on?
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If it is approaching from a side street, coming towards you, or coming from behind
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Depth perception, coordination, and alertness are all effected by the use of what?
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The use of alcohol and/or other drugs.
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If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
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Assume the other driver will not make space for you to return to your lane
