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At an intersection, drivers turning left must yield to what?
Pedestrians and vehicles approaching from the opposite direction, including bicycles.
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How far ahead should you look when you are on the open highway?
10 to 15 seconds.
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How can you see if there is a car in your blind spot?
Look over your shoulder.
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At what times does Wisconsin law say you must turn on headlights?
Wisconsin law says between half-an-hour before sunrise and when you cannot see a vehicle or person on the roadway at a distance of 500 feet.
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When else would you turn on your headlights?
On rainy, snowy or foggy days, when it begins to get dark, and when driving away from a rising or setting sun.
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What is a good rule of thumb for turning on your headlights?
A good rule to follow is to turn on your headlights when you need to turn on your wipers.
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You plan to pull into a driveway just beyond an intersection. When should you signal?
After you cross the intersection.
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Name two places where you are likely to find slippery spots.
In shady spots and on overpasses and bridges.
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You are on a freeway entrance and have to wait for a gap in traffic before you can enter the roadway. What should you do?
Slow down on the entrance ramp to wait for a gap, then speed up so you enter at the same speed that traffic is moving.
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What does a yellow sign mean?
Yellow signs warn of a special situation or a hazard ahead.
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What does an orange sign mean?
Orange signs warn of construction work ahead.
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Under most conditions, what is the minimum safe following distance?
A minimum of 4 seconds is the recommended following distance under ideal situations.
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Name some conditions in which you need extra following distance.
- Driving on slippery roads.
- >> The driver wants to pass.
- >> Following a motorcycle.
- >> Following drivers who cannot see you (trucks, buses, vans or vehicles pulling campers or trailers).
- >> Have a heavy load or are pulling a trailer.
- >> It is hard to see.
- >> Being followed closely.
- >> Following emergency vehicles.
- >> Approaching railroad crossings.
- >> Stopping on a hill or incline.
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What should you do if you are in an intersection and you hear a siren?
Drive through the intersection, then pull over to the right side of the road and stop.
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How do safety belts help keep control of your car?
They protect you from injury and as a driver, keeps you behind the wheel if you are hit from the side or make a quick turn.
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What should you do if you are involved in a crash with another car?
- >> Stop at or near the crash site. If your vehicle can be moved, get it off the road.
- >> Do not stand or walk in traffic lanes.
- >> Turn off the ignition of wrecked vehicles.
- >> Stay away from downed power lines.
- >> Use triangles, flares or other warning devices to alert traffic.
- >> If someone is injured, get help.
- >> Help anyone who is not already wlaking and talking.
- >> Get names and addresses of persons involved and of witnesses.
- >> Exchange information with other drivers involved. >> Contact the police and give them information on the crash.
- >> If it is a reportable crash, file a written report with the DMV within 10 days if the police did not file a report.
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How many drinks does it take to affect your driving?
Even one drink of alcohol can affect your driving.
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What drugs can affect your ability to drive safely?
Almost any drug, prescription, or over-the-counter, can affect your ability to drive.
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What is "implied consent"?
You will honor any request by police to take an alcohol concentration test.
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