Connecticut DMV Permit Test flashcards
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- Basic speed limit
- Connecticut's default speed limit is 55 mph on most highways unless posted otherwise; posted limits override the statutory default.
- Right-of-way at uncontrolled intersection
- The vehicle that arrives first has the right-of-way; if two arrive at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
- Left turn on red
- Permitted only from a one-way street onto another one-way street, after a full stop and after yielding to traffic and pedestrians.
- Turn signal distance
- Connecticut requires turn signals at least 100 feet before a turn and before any lane change.
- Child restraint requirement
- Connecticut requires a child restraint system for children under 8 years old and under 60 pounds, plus seat belts for all occupants.
- Stop sign shape
- A red octagon means stop; a red inverted triangle means yield. Both require slowing or stopping as appropriate.
- Flashing red signal
- A flashing red signal is treated as a stop sign: come to a complete stop, yield, and proceed when safe.
- Flashing yellow signal
- A flashing yellow signal means proceed with caution; slow down and do not stop unless traffic or conditions require it.
- Steady yellow light
- The signal is about to turn red; stop if it can be done safely, otherwise clear the intersection.
- Double solid yellow line
- Prohibits passing in both directions; a solid yellow line on your side means no passing from your lane.
- Solid white line
- Separates lanes traveling in the same direction; a single solid white line discourages lane changes, and a double solid white line prohibits crossing.
- Three-second following rule
- Maintain at least three seconds of following distance in good conditions; increase to four or more seconds in rain, snow, or darkness.
- BAC limit for adults
- The legal blood alcohol concentration limit for drivers 21 and older is 0.08 percent in Connecticut.
- Zero tolerance for under 21
- Drivers under 21 with a blood alcohol content of 0.02 percent or higher face license suspension under Connecticut's zero-tolerance rules.
- Skid recovery
- Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction the rear of the vehicle is sliding; avoid hard braking until traction returns.
- Low beams in fog
- Use low-beam headlights in fog, rain, and snow; high beams reflect off precipitation and reduce visibility.
- Emergency vehicle response
- When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren, pull to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes.
- Move Over law
- Connecticut requires drivers to slow down and move over a lane, when safe, for stopped emergency, tow, and highway maintenance vehicles.
- Three-foot bicycle clearance
- When passing a bicyclist, Connecticut law requires at least three feet of clearance between your vehicle and the bicycle.
- School bus red lights
- Traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm, unless separated by a median or barrier.
- Railroad crossing rule
- At a crossing with flashing lights, gates, or a stop sign, stop; never stop on the tracks or attempt to beat a train.
- Truck blind spots
- Large trucks have wide blind spots on both sides and directly behind; avoid lingering in those areas and never cut in front of a truck.
- Motorcycle lane rights
- Motorcyclists are entitled to a full lane; a driver may not share a lane with a motorcycle or moped.
- Parking near hydrant
- Parking is prohibited within 25 feet of a fire hydrant and within 25 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection in many jurisdictions.
- Hand-held phone ban
- Connecticut prohibits hand-held mobile phone use while driving; hands-free use is permitted for drivers 18 and older.
- Red arrow signal
- A red arrow means stop and do not proceed in the direction of the arrow until the signal changes to green.
- Flashing yellow arrow
- A flashing yellow arrow permits a turn after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
- Pedestrian signal meaning
- A walking person means proceed; a raised hand means do not start crossing; a flashing hand means finish crossing.
- Four-way stop tie
- When two vehicles reach a four-way stop at the same time, the vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right.
- Uphill parking with curb
- When parked uphill with a curb, turn the front wheels away from the curb; without a curb, turn them toward the edge of the road.
- Tire blowout response
- Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and steer to a safe stop; do not brake hard.
- Wipers and headlights
- Connecticut law requires headlights to be on whenever windshield wipers are in continuous use.