HAND AND VEHICLE SIGNALS
Before you stop, turn or change lanes, let the other drivers know what you are going to do by signaling. You can signal with your hand and arm or with your vehicle’s turn signals and brake lights. You should signal at least 100 feet before you turn so the
other drivers can be ready
.
When turning you should give the proper signal at least 100 feet before turning?
HAND AND VEHICLE SIGNALS
Before you stop, turn or change lanes, let the other drivers know what you are going to do by signaling. You can signal with your hand and arm or with your vehicle’s turn signals and brake lights. You should signal at least 100 feet before you turn so the
other drivers can be ready
.
When turning you should give the proper signal at least?
Signaling Intention to Turn
You must give a proper turn signal at
least 200 feet before turning or changing
lanes.
When preparing to make a turn how far should you signal feet?
Signal and slow down or brake before the turn
It’s important to signal before reducing your speed, as this is how you’ll warn vehicles behind you of your intentions of turning. Remember that you must signal
100 feet before turns in residential/city driving areas and 200 feet in highway/rural areas
.
How many seconds should you signal before turning?
Signal for at least 100 feet before you turn left or right. Signal for at least
5 seconds
before changing lanes on the freeway or highway.
What is the safest turnabout to use?
Backing into a driveway or an alley on the right side
is the safest turnabout maneuver. When parallel parking on the right, turn the wheels sharply to the left when your front bumper is even with the front vehicle’s rear bumper.
When should your car be positioned next to the center line?
an approach for
a left turn
should be made in the part of the left half of the roadway nearest the center line on a two-lane road with traffic in both directions.
When preparing to turn you should?
As you prepare to turn, reduce speed and stay as far to the right as possible. Begin the turn in the lane nearest to the right-hand curb and end the turn in the lane nearest the right-hand curb.
Give turn signal
. Yield to pedestrians who may be crossing your path.
What is the 3/6 second rule?
The 3-6 second rule ensures the
proper “space cushion”
to keep you and other drivers safe. When driving on slippery roads, you should double your following distance to at least… 4 seconds. Stay to the right and only use the left lane for passing.
What are the most common causes of collisions?
The most common cause of an auto collision is
distracted driving
. Other risk factors for auto accidents include speeding, disregarding road signs, improper turns, and driving while intoxicated or under the influence of a drug.
What are the four steps to successful passing?
- Scan for hazards, e.g., oncoming vehicles, vehicles approaching from rear, merging vehicles;
- Check for blind spots;
- Signal your intention and accelerate into passing lane;
- Accelerate quickly to an appropriate speed;
- Concentrate on the path ahead;
- Check the mirror for following cars.
What is the most important factor to consider when passing?
when deciding whether to pass a vehicle ahead of you, the most important factor to consider is…
the space and time needed to pass
. before changing lanes, the most important thing you should do is: make sure the area and travel path are open.
What is the first thing a driver should do after deciding to make a turn?
First you will need to stop at the stop line
, make sure that you do not interfere with pedestrians, bicyclists, or vehicles moving on their green light, and make a turn. If a street has a left turn lane, you must use it when you turn left.
What is a good turning speed?
Generally the ideal speed at the apex of a right turn is
10-15 MPH
. The ideal speed in the middle of a left turn is usually 15-20 MPH. The ideal turn speed will vary depending on the width of the road, degree of the turn and weather conditions, but the speeds stated above will be accurate about 85-90% of the time.
Should you brake while turning?
You
should always avoid heavy braking or accelerating while turning
as this can cause your car to become unstable. … Only lightly apply the brake or accelerator while on the turn. Corner exit: As you begin to exit the turn and straighten up the steering wheel, you can gradually apply more throttle.
What is the 5 second rule in driving?
If it takes you 3-5 seconds to pass an object after the car ahead of you has passed it,
you’re at a safe following distance
. You’ll need more space the faster you’re driving, so keep that in mind. If you follow any closer than 3 seconds, you’ll be tailgating the person in front of you, like a big jerk.
