Traffic Signals Rules MCQs

Traffic Signals Rules MCQs

Answer these 20 Traffic Signals Rules MCQs and see how sharp is your knowledge of Traffic Signals Rules.
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1: A ___________ means stop, then proceed only if the path is clear and it is safe to do so.

A.   Continuous yawning

B.   Blind spot/backing up

C.   Defensive driving

D.   Flashing red light

2: Driving at high speeds __________.

A.   Installing large side mirrors

B.   Increases the distance needed to stop your car

C.   Most headlights point straight ahead, so don't over-drive them

D.   Your visibility is better when you drive faster

3: Driving involves taking some risks __________.

A.   Only when you are fatigued

B.   Each time you get behind the wheel

C.   Only when you are drinking

D.   Only when you are under the influence of illegal drugs

4: When changing lanes on an expressway, signal your intentions and _________.

A.   Straddle the lanes until you have a gap

B.   Do not anticipate other drivers will open a gap for you to enter

C.   Turn on your hazard lights

D.   Change lanes before scanning

5: The gravel or paved crossovers in the medians of some expressways __________

A.   Are only for use by police and emergency vehicles

B.   Are for use by public vehicles

C.   Are only for use by transport vehicles

D.   None of these

6: The worst type of collision to be in is a __________.

A.   Rear-end collision.

B.   Right-rear collision.

C.   Side collision.

D.   Head-on collision

7: __________signs communicate laws.

A.   Traffic

B.   Construction

C.   Warning

D.   Regulatory

E.   Guide

F.   Cautionary

8: One driving technique that could increase your fuel economy is to __________.

A.   Avoid unnecessary idling

B.   Maximize the use of your brakes

C.   Drive in lower gears

D.   Under-inflate your tires

9: Driving decisions depend on learned information, realistic perceptions, and _________.

A.   Visual acuity.

B.   Defensive instinct.

C.   Sound judgments

10: Every 15,000 miles, _______.

A.   Check the hood latch

B.   Check the ball joints

C.   Check the automatic transmission fluid

D.   Grease the hinges

11: Every 30,000 miles, __________.

A.   Vacuum the interior

B.   Replace the brakes

C.   Inspect the trunk latch

D.   Service the automatic transmission

12: Most skids are caused by_________.

A.   Driver error

B.   Malfunctioning power steering

C.   Poor weather

D.   Driving too slow

13: In wintertime, you might see a sign that says watch for ______________ on bridge.

A.   SNOW

B.   ICE

C.   PLOW

D.   STOP SIGN

14: If you have a choice of what you are going to hit in a crash, hit the object _________.

A.   That appears to be the sturdiest

B.   That will cause the most damage

C.   That will transfer the least force

D.   That will transfer the most force

15: Which of the following statements is false? your driving record __________

A.   Can be checked by your insurance company.

B.   Cannot be accessed by anyone except an official public agency.

C.   Keeps track of all your tickets and crashes

16: According to the national highway traffic safety board, ______ year old drivers are the riskiest.

A.   18

B.   21

C.   40

D.   16

17: The __________ behind a vehicle is one of the most common causes of collisions while ____________.

A.   Blind spot / backing up

B.   Lean forward

C.   Take your foot off the brake pedal

D.   Place your hands against your chest

18: Most american diets consider _______ the most important source of protein.

A.   Meat

B.   Diary

C.   Fruits

D.   Vegetables

A.   4 second

B.   12 second

C.   8 second

D.   9 second

20: You may not have on or in your vehicle: __________

A.   Headsets worn by driver while operating a vehicle.

B.   Signs, posters or stickers on the windshield or windows (except those required by law).

C.   A very loud muffler or one that lets out smoke.

D.   All of the above

21: You should have at least _____ between you and an airbag.

A.   4 seconds

B.   5 seconds

C.   10 inches

D.   Diamond

22: Your foot brake must be able to stop your car within __________ when it is travelling at 20 mph.

A.   25 ft

B.   50 ft

C.   75 ft

D.   100 ft

23: If you are the only one on the scene of the crash _________.

A.   Drive away

B.   Call 911

C.   Setup a road block

D.   Call a taxi

24: Traffic laws are in place to________.

A.   Slow drivers down

B.   Regulate the flow of traffic

C.   Speed up slower drivers

D.   Demonstrate public authority

25: The purpose of the california's anti gridlock law is to ______.

A.   Is illegal to enter an intersection or railroad

B.   Make sure you have enough space on the other side of the intersection

C.   Prevent intersections from getting backed up.

D.   None of these

26: At an intersection without __________, the driver should stop prior to the pedestrian crosswalk.

A.   TRUE

B.   FALSE

27: Driving without minimum insurance in california puts you at risk for ______.

A.   $200 fine, car impounded, license suspended

B.   It increases your visibility to others drivers. Calls attention to yourself

C.   Necessary to avoid a collision or unsafe action.

D.   None of this

28: Giving a turn signal ___________ allows the vehicles behind to adjust their speed in time.

A.   From a minimum of 50 feet before you make a turn

B.   From a minimum of 100 feet before you make a turn

C.   From a minimum of 150 feet before you make a turn

D.   From a minimum of 200 feet before you make a turn