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Question 1Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver approaches a steady red traffic light at an intersection and intends to turn right. What must the driver do before making the turn?

  1. Proceed through the red light because right turns are always permitted
  2. Come to a complete stop, then yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic before turning Correct answer.
  3. Slow to about 10 mph and turn if the lane appears clear
  4. Stop only if a pedestrian is waiting at the corner

Explanation

Delaware follows the standard rule that a steady red light requires a full stop before any permitted right turn. After stopping, the driver must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in the crosswalk and to vehicles approaching closely enough to be a hazard.

Question 2Traffic Signs and Signals

A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection should be treated in which way?

  1. As a stop sign: stop, then proceed when safe Correct answer.
  2. As a yield sign: slow only if traffic is present
  3. As a signal that the light is about to turn green
  4. As a warning to slow down but keep moving

Explanation

A flashing red signal carries the same meaning as a stop sign. The driver must stop completely, then proceed only when the way is clear and it is safe to do so.

Question 3Traffic Signs and Signals

What does a flashing yellow traffic light tell a driver?

  1. Proceed with caution, slowing down and watching for hazards Correct answer.
  2. Yield only to vehicles coming from the right
  3. Stop completely before entering the intersection
  4. The signal is broken and the intersection is uncontrolled

Explanation

A flashing yellow signal warns drivers to proceed cautiously. It does not require a stop, but the driver should reduce speed and stay alert for cross traffic, pedestrians, and changing conditions.

Question 4Traffic Signs and Signals

A steady yellow light appears as you approach an intersection. What is the correct response?

  1. Stop, unless you are too close to stop safely Correct answer.
  2. Sound your horn and proceed through the intersection
  3. Continue at the same speed because yellow means go
  4. Speed up to clear the intersection before the red light

Explanation

A steady yellow light warns that the signal is changing to red. The driver should stop if there is enough distance to do so safely, but if the vehicle is already too close to stop without risk, it should proceed through.

Question 5Traffic Signs and Signals

A solid white line painted across your lane at an intersection, paired with a stop sign, indicates what?

  1. A crosswalk boundary that drivers may cross freely
  2. A lane line separating traffic moving in the same direction
  3. A guide for where to begin accelerating
  4. The point where you must come to a complete stop Correct answer.

Explanation

A solid white stop line marks the place where a vehicle must stop for a stop sign or signal. Stopping before the line keeps the vehicle clear of the crosswalk and the intersection.

Question 6Traffic Signs and Signals

What is the meaning of a yellow diamond-shaped sign?

  1. A guide to nearby services such as fuel or lodging
  2. A regulatory requirement such as a speed limit
  3. A construction zone that ends ahead
  4. A warning about a road condition or hazard ahead Correct answer.

Explanation

Yellow diamond-shaped signs are warning signs. They alert drivers to conditions ahead such as curves, intersections, pedestrian crossings, or slippery pavement so the driver can adjust speed and position.

Question 7Traffic Signs and Signals

A pentagon-shaped sign, pointed upward, is used to indicate what?

  1. A railroad crossing ahead
  2. A no-passing zone
  3. A hospital zone
  4. A school zone or school crossing Correct answer.

Explanation

The five-sided sign is reserved for school areas. When you see it, watch for children, reduce speed as posted, and be ready to stop for students and crossing guards.

Question 8Traffic Signs and Signals

What does a red octagonal sign always require a driver to do?

  1. Reduce speed and proceed with caution
  2. Keep moving if no other vehicles are present
  3. Yield to traffic already in the intersection
  4. Come to a complete stop Correct answer.

Explanation

The octagon shape is used only for stop signs, and its red color reinforces the message. A driver must come to a full stop and then proceed only when the way is clear.

Question 9Traffic Signs and Signals

You are driving in the left lane of a multi-lane road and see a solid double yellow line to your left. What does this marking mean?

  1. Only trucks are prohibited from crossing the line
  2. The lane to your left is reserved for turning
  3. Passing is prohibited in both directions across the line Correct answer.
  4. Traffic on both sides may pass when it is safe

Explanation

A solid double yellow line separates traffic moving in opposite directions and means neither side may cross it to pass. It is typically used on curves, hills, and other locations where passing would be unsafe.

Question 10Traffic Signs and Signals

A broken white line separates your lane from the lane to your right. What does it indicate?

  1. You may change lanes when it is safe to do so Correct answer.
  2. Traffic in the two lanes moves in opposite directions
  3. The right lane is ending ahead
  4. You must stay in your lane until the next intersection

Explanation

Broken white lines separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. Drivers may cross them to change lanes when it is safe, unlike solid white lines that discourage or prohibit lane changes.

Question 11Traffic Signs and Signals

An orange diamond-shaped sign with black lettering appears along your route. What should you expect?

  1. A work zone with possible lane changes or workers Correct answer.
  2. A school crossing with children present
  3. A scenic overlook ahead
  4. A change in the speed limit only

Explanation

Orange signs mark construction and maintenance zones. They warn of workers, equipment, lane shifts, and rough pavement, so drivers should slow down and stay alert for changing conditions.

Question 12Traffic Signs and Signals

What is the purpose of a rectangular white sign with black lettering such as a speed limit sign?

  1. To mark the boundary of a construction zone
  2. To guide drivers to destinations
  3. To warn of a hazard ahead
  4. To regulate traffic by stating a required rule Correct answer.

Explanation

White rectangular signs with black text are regulatory signs. They state rules that drivers must obey, such as speed limits, turn restrictions, and lane-use requirements.

Question 13Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver approaches a railroad crossing with flashing red lights and lowered gates. What is required?

  1. Proceed around the gate if no train is visible
  2. Stop only if a train is within sight
  3. Slow down and cross if the gate is only partially lowered
  4. Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and the gates rise Correct answer.

Explanation

Flashing red lights and lowered gates mean a train is approaching. Drivers must stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and the gates are fully raised, regardless of whether a train is visible.

Question 14Traffic Signs and Signals

What does a sign showing a black arrow curving to the right inside a yellow diamond warn you about?

  1. A one-way street entering from the right
  2. A curve or bend in the road ahead Correct answer.
  3. A mandatory right turn at the next intersection
  4. A right lane that is ending

Explanation

A yellow diamond with a curved arrow is a warning sign for a curve ahead. Drivers should reduce speed before entering the curve and stay within their lane through the bend.

Question 15Traffic Signs and Signals

You see a downward-pointing triangular sign with a red border at an intersection. What must you do?

  1. Come to a complete stop before proceeding
  2. Continue at the same speed because you have the right-of-way
  3. Slow down and yield the right-of-way to cross traffic Correct answer.
  4. Accelerate to merge ahead of oncoming vehicles

Explanation

The inverted triangle is the yield sign. A driver must slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic on the intersecting road, stopping if necessary before entering.

Question 16Traffic Signs and Signals

A two-way left-turn lane in the center of a road is marked by what pattern, and how is it used?

  1. Solid white lines on both sides, used for emergency stopping
  2. A single broken white line, used for lane changes only
  3. Solid yellow lines on both sides, used for passing slower traffic
  4. Broken yellow lines on both sides, used by traffic from either direction to make left turns Correct answer.

Explanation

A shared center left-turn lane is bounded by broken yellow lines on both sides. Drivers traveling in either direction may enter it to begin a left turn, but it is not a passing or travel lane.

Question 17Traffic Signs and Signals

A pedestrian is waiting at a marked crosswalk as you approach a steady green light. What is your obligation?

  1. Proceed because a green light gives you the absolute right-of-way
  2. Yield to the pedestrian in the crosswalk before continuing Correct answer.
  3. Change lanes to pass the pedestrian without stopping
  4. Sound your horn so the pedestrian waits for you

Explanation

A green light permits movement but does not override a pedestrian's right-of-way in a crosswalk. Drivers must yield to pedestrians who are crossing or waiting to cross at a marked crosswalk.

Question 18Traffic Signs and Signals

What does a green arrow signal pointing left mean when it appears with a red circle?

  1. Left turns are prohibited until the red circle changes
  2. Left turns are allowed only after yielding to oncoming traffic
  3. A protected left turn is permitted for traffic in the left-turn lane Correct answer.
  4. The left lane is closed ahead

Explanation

A green arrow gives a protected movement, meaning oncoming traffic is stopped by a red signal. Drivers in the designated lane may turn in the direction of the arrow without yielding to opposing traffic.

Question 19Traffic Signs and Signals

A sign reading DO NOT PASS with a black symbol of two cars appears on the left side of a two-lane road. What does it indicate?

  1. The left lane is reserved for turning
  2. Passing is prohibited in the zone marked by the sign and pavement markings Correct answer.
  3. Passing is permitted only for trucks
  4. Drivers may pass if the vehicle ahead is moving slowly

Explanation

A no-passing sign marks the beginning of a zone where drivers may not overtake other vehicles. The restriction is usually reinforced by a solid yellow line on the driver's side of the center line.

Question 20Traffic Signs and Signals

You are approaching an intersection where the traffic signal is dark because of a power outage. How should you proceed?

  1. Proceed through without slowing because the signal is not operating
  2. Yield only to traffic approaching from your left
  3. Wait until a police officer arrives to direct traffic
  4. Treat the intersection as a four-way stop and take turns Correct answer.

Explanation

When a signal is not functioning, drivers should treat the intersection as an all-way stop. Each driver stops, then proceeds in turn, yielding to vehicles already in the intersection and to pedestrians.

Question 21Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver sees a steady red arrow pointing left while in the left-turn lane. What does this signal mean?

  1. The left-turn lane is about to close
  2. Left turns are prohibited in the direction of the arrow Correct answer.
  3. Left turns are permitted only if no pedestrians are present
  4. Left turns may proceed after yielding to oncoming traffic

Explanation

A red arrow is a direction-specific red light. It prohibits movement in the direction the arrow points, so the driver must remain stopped until a green arrow or another permitted signal appears.

Question 22Traffic Signs and Signals

A white rectangular sign shows a bicycle symbol inside a lane marking. What does this indicate?

  1. The lane is reserved for parked bicycles only
  2. Bicycles must yield to motor vehicles in that lane
  3. The lane is designated for bicycle use and shared with other permitted traffic Correct answer.
  4. Bicycles are prohibited from the lane

Explanation

A bicycle symbol on a sign or pavement marking designates a bike lane. Motor vehicles should not occupy the lane unless the markings and signs permit a shared use or a turn requires crossing it.

Question 23Traffic Signs and Signals

A sign shows a black railroad crossing symbol (an X with two R's) mounted on a yellow diamond. What does it warn of, and what should the driver do?

  1. A crossing that only applies to trucks; cars may ignore it
  2. A crossing ahead; slow down, look, and listen before crossing the tracks Correct answer.
  3. A crossing that is permanently closed; proceed without slowing
  4. A crossing where trains always stop; proceed at normal speed

Explanation

The round yellow railroad advance warning sign tells drivers a crossing is ahead. Drivers should slow down, look both ways, and listen for trains before crossing, especially where no gates are present.

Question 24Traffic Signs and Signals

When may a driver legally cross a solid white line at the edge of the roadway?

  1. Whenever traffic is heavy and the shoulder looks clear
  2. Never, under any circumstances
  3. Only when passing a slower vehicle on the right
  4. Only in an emergency or when directed by signs or an officer Correct answer.

Explanation

A solid white edge line marks the right edge of the travel lane. Drivers should stay inside it and cross only in an emergency, such as pulling over for a disabled vehicle, or when signs or an officer direct them to do so.

Question 25Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver faces a steady green light but the intersection ahead is blocked by queued traffic. What is the correct action?

  1. Stay behind the stop line until there is room to clear the intersection Correct answer.
  2. Drive around the queued vehicles using the shoulder
  3. Enter the intersection and wait in the middle until traffic moves
  4. Proceed and stop inside the crosswalk if necessary

Explanation

A green light authorizes movement only when the driver can clear the intersection. Entering a blocked intersection can cause gridlock and block cross traffic or pedestrians, so the driver should wait behind the stop line.

Question 26Traffic Signs and Signals

A circular sign with a white background and a red border showing the number 25 in black is posted along a Delaware residential street. What does this sign indicate?

  1. The maximum lawful speed is 25 mph Correct answer.
  2. The minimum lawful speed is 25 mph
  3. Advisory speed for a curve is 25 mph
  4. Trucks over 25 feet are prohibited

Explanation

A white circle with a red border and black numerals is the standard regulatory speed limit sign, and the number states the maximum lawful speed in miles per hour. Advisory curve speeds appear on yellow diamonds, and minimum speed signs are rectangular and state a minimum.

Question 27Traffic Signs and Signals

You are traveling on a Delaware roadway and see a yellow diamond sign depicting a traffic signal with a red light. What should you prepare for?

  1. A pedestrian signal that only operates during school hours
  2. A signal that is permanently green for through traffic
  3. A railroad crossing with flashing lights ahead
  4. A traffic signal ahead that may be red when you arrive Correct answer.

Explanation

A yellow diamond containing a picture of a signal head warns that a traffic signal is ahead, often where sight distance is limited or the signal is unexpected. The warning tells you to be ready to stop if the light is red rather than assuming it will be green.

Question 28Traffic Signs and Signals

A sign is mounted on the left side of a one-way street and faces oncoming traffic. Which statement describes how such signs are placed for drivers?

  1. Signs facing oncoming traffic are advisory only and may be ignored by through drivers
  2. Signs on the left side apply only to vehicles in the leftmost lane of a multi-lane road
  3. Signs are placed on the right side of the road unless a one-way street or other condition requires left-side placement Correct answer.
  4. Signs are always duplicated on both sides of every roadway regardless of lane configuration

Explanation

Traffic control devices are normally positioned on the right side of the roadway so drivers see them in a consistent location. On one-way streets and in some other configurations, signs are placed on the left so they face the traffic that must obey them.

Question 29Traffic Signs and Signals

While driving in Delaware you approach a steady yellow X displayed over your lane on an overhead lane-use signal. What does it require of you?

  1. Continue at the same speed because the lane remains open
  2. Treat the lane as reserved for buses only
  3. Stop immediately in the lane and wait for a green arrow
  4. Move out of the lane because it is being closed ahead Correct answer.

Explanation

A steady yellow X on an overhead lane-use control signal means the lane is about to close or must be cleared, so you should move to another lane when it is safe. A red X means the lane is closed and must not be used, while a green arrow means the lane is open.

Question 30Traffic Signs and Signals

A white rectangular sign with black lettering reads KEEP RIGHT. What does this regulatory sign require?

  1. Turn right at the next intersection
  2. Reduce speed before entering a right curve
  3. Pass on the right side of the sign's obstruction or median Correct answer.
  4. Drive in the right lane at all times on every road

Explanation

KEEP RIGHT is a regulatory sign directing traffic to pass to the right of a median, island, or obstruction. It does not command a turn and does not impose a lane choice beyond the immediate obstacle.

Question 31Traffic Signs and Signals

You see a white rectangular sign with a black symbol of a person using a wheelchair. What does this sign mean at a parking facility?

  1. The space is reserved for loading and unloading passengers only
  2. The space may be used by any driver for up to 30 minutes
  3. The parking space is reserved for vehicles displaying a valid disability placard or plate Correct answer.
  4. The space is reserved for emergency vehicles

Explanation

The international symbol of access on a parking sign marks a space reserved for people with disabilities who display the required placard or plate. Parking there without valid authorization can result in a fine and towing.

Question 32Traffic Signs and Signals

A yellow diamond sign shows a symbol of a traffic light with a green indication and a smaller sign below reads SIGNAL AHEAD. Why is this warning used on a high-speed road?

  1. To mark the boundary of a school crossing zone
  2. To indicate that the signal is a flashing yellow caution light
  3. To give drivers time to slow for a signal that may not be visible until close Correct answer.
  4. To inform drivers that the signal is synchronized for a green wave

Explanation

On high-speed roads a signal can be hidden by a crest or curve until a driver is close, so advance warning lets drivers reduce speed and prepare to stop. The sign does not describe the signal's timing or mode.

Question 33Traffic Signs and Signals

A rectangular white sign with black lettering reads ONE WAY with an arrow pointing left. What does this sign tell a driver?

  1. Traffic on that roadway moves only in the direction of the arrow Correct answer.
  2. The roadway ahead is closed in the left direction
  3. Traffic must turn left at the next intersection
  4. The left lane is reserved for left turns only

Explanation

The ONE WAY sign, usually black on white with an arrow, identifies a roadway where all traffic moves in the arrow's direction. It is often posted at intersections so drivers do not enter against the flow.

Question 34Traffic Signs and Signals

You are driving at night and a sign's legend is hard to read until your headlights strike it. What property of signs and pavement markings makes this possible?

  1. Illuminated bulbs embedded in each sign face
  2. Radar-activated lighting that switches on as a vehicle nears
  3. Phosphorescent paint that stores daylight and glows for hours
  4. Retroreflective material that returns light toward its source Correct answer.

Explanation

Signs and pavement markings use retroreflective sheeting and beads that reflect headlight beams back toward the driver, making them visible at night. The material does not store and emit light on its own.

Question 35Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver approaches a flashing yellow signal at an intersection. What is the correct action?

  1. Treat the intersection as a four-way stop
  2. Stop only if another vehicle is already in the intersection
  3. Slow down and proceed with caution after yielding as needed Correct answer.
  4. Come to a complete stop before entering the intersection

Explanation

A flashing yellow signal means proceed with caution; it does not require a stop. Drivers should reduce speed, check for conflicting traffic and pedestrians, and continue only when it is safe.

Question 36Traffic Signs and Signals

At an intersection you face a flashing red signal in your direction while cross traffic has a flashing yellow. What must you do?

  1. Slow down and continue without stopping if the way looks clear
  2. Stop, then proceed when it is safe, yielding to cross traffic Correct answer.
  3. Stop and remain stopped until the signal turns yellow
  4. Wait for a green light before entering the intersection

Explanation

A flashing red signal functions like a stop sign: come to a full stop, then proceed when the way is clear and after yielding to traffic that has the right of way. Cross traffic with a flashing yellow does not stop but must proceed with caution.

Question 37Traffic Signs and Signals

A steady green arrow pointing straight ahead appears in a lane-use signal over your lane while the adjacent lane shows a red X. What does this combination mean?

  1. Both lanes are open but the adjacent lane is for turning only
  2. The adjacent lane is reserved for emergency vehicles
  3. Your lane is open to through traffic and the adjacent lane is closed Correct answer.
  4. Your lane will close after the next intersection

Explanation

In overhead lane-use control systems, a green arrow means the lane is open in the direction shown and a red X means that lane is closed to all traffic. The combination directs drivers to use open lanes and avoid closed ones.

Question 38Traffic Signs and Signals

A white rectangular sign with black lettering reads NO TURN ON RED beneath a traffic signal. How does this change a driver's options at that intersection?

  1. The driver may turn left on red from a one-way street to a one-way street
  2. The driver may proceed straight through the red if no traffic is present
  3. The driver may turn right on red only after stopping and yielding
  4. The driver must remain stopped on red and may not turn right or left until the light turns green Correct answer.

Explanation

Delaware generally permits a right turn on red after a full stop and yield unless a sign prohibits it, and the NO TURN ON RED sign removes that permission. The driver must wait for a green indication before turning.

Question 39Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver sees a yellow diamond sign showing a black arrow that bends sharply and then continues. What is the sign warning of, and what should the driver do?

  1. A sharp change in the road's direction ahead, so reduce speed before the bend Correct answer.
  2. A steep downhill grade, so shift to a lower gear
  3. A divided highway begins, so keep left of the median
  4. A lane merge from the right, so accelerate to match traffic

Explanation

A yellow diamond with a bent or curving arrow warns of a change in horizontal alignment such as a sharp turn or reverse curve. The appropriate response is to slow before the bend and stay within your lane through it.

Question 40Traffic Signs and Signals

A yellow diamond sign displays a black symbol of a car with squiggly lines behind it. What condition does this warn of?

  1. A rough pavement section with potholes
  2. A slippery surface ahead where traction may be reduced Correct answer.
  3. A lane that ends and merges into traffic
  4. A steep hill requiring a lower gear

Explanation

The slippery-when-wet symbol warns that the pavement ahead may offer reduced traction, often from rain, ice, or oil. Drivers should slow down and avoid abrupt braking or steering inputs.

Question 41Traffic Signs and Signals

A white rectangular sign with black lettering reads BRIDGE FREEZES BEFORE ROADWAY. What is the practical meaning for a driver in cold weather?

  1. The bridge surface is heated and will not freeze
  2. The bridge weight limit drops when temperatures fall below freezing
  3. The bridge deck may be icy even when the approaching pavement is not Correct answer.
  4. The bridge is closed to traffic during freezing temperatures

Explanation

Bridge decks lose heat from both the top and the underside, so they cool faster than adjacent roadway and can freeze first. The sign warns drivers to reduce speed and expect ice on the bridge even when the road before it appears clear.

Question 42Traffic Signs and Signals

You encounter a round yellow sign with a black X and the letters RR, and beneath it a smaller sign reading 3 TRACKS. What does this tell you?

  1. The crossing has three lanes of traffic in each direction
  2. You must stop three times before crossing
  3. The crossing is three miles ahead
  4. Three sets of rails cross the road, so a train on any track may be in your path Correct answer.

Explanation

The round yellow advance railroad warning sign alerts drivers to a crossing ahead, and the plaque stating the number of tracks tells them how many sets of rails to watch. A second train on another track can be hidden behind the first.

Question 43Traffic Signs and Signals

A yellow diamond sign shows a black symbol of a pedestrian and, below it, a diagonal arrow pointing down and to the left. What does this combination warn of?

  1. A pedestrian overpass crossing above the roadway
  2. A pedestrian crossing ahead with a marked crosswalk at that location Correct answer.
  3. A sidewalk that ends and forces pedestrians onto the road
  4. A school bus stop located on the left shoulder

Explanation

The pedestrian symbol warns of pedestrians crossing, and the diagonal downward arrow indicates a marked crosswalk at the crossing location. Drivers should slow and be prepared to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

Question 44Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver in the center lane of a three-lane road sees a diamond symbol painted on the pavement and a sign reading BUSES ONLY. What does this indicate?

  1. The lane is reserved for vehicles with two or more occupants
  2. The lane is open to all traffic during peak hours
  3. The lane is reserved for buses and other authorized vehicles Correct answer.
  4. The lane is a turn lane for buses and cars

Explanation

A diamond symbol combined with a BUSES ONLY sign marks a lane restricted to buses and other specifically authorized vehicles. Other drivers must not use it, and in some cases may enter only to make a permitted turn.

Question 45Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver approaches a steady red light at an intersection where a uniformed officer is directing traffic with hand signals. Whose direction controls?

  1. The driver must stop and wait until the light turns green regardless of the officer
  2. The red light controls because signals outrank officers
  3. The officer's signals control, and the driver follows them Correct answer.
  4. The driver may choose whichever instruction is more convenient

Explanation

When a police officer or authorized flagger is directing traffic, that person's directions take precedence over signs and signals. Drivers must obey the officer even when the signal indicates otherwise.

Question 46Traffic Signs and Signals

A white rectangular sign with black lettering reads LEFT LANE MUST TURN LEFT. A driver in that lane intends to go straight. What is the correct action?

  1. Stop in the lane and wait for a gap to merge straight ahead
  2. Turn left and then make a U-turn to return to the intended route
  3. Proceed straight because the sign is advisory only
  4. Follow the sign and turn left, or change lanes earlier where permitted Correct answer.

Explanation

The sign is regulatory: once in the designated lane, the driver must make the indicated movement. A driver who wants to go straight should have chosen a different lane before reaching the intersection.

Question 47Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver is traveling on a road where a yellow diamond sign shows a black arrow splitting into two arrows, one straight and one angled right. What does this sign indicate?

  1. A right turn only lane begins ahead
  2. A median or obstruction divides the road and traffic may pass on either side Correct answer.
  3. Two-way traffic begins at this point
  4. The right lane ends and merges left

Explanation

A split-arrow warning shows that a physical divider or obstruction lies ahead and traffic may pass on either side of it. Drivers should choose a side early and avoid straddling the divider.

Question 48Traffic Signs and Signals

A yellow diamond sign shows a black symbol of a truck on a downgrade with the legend 8%. How should a driver of a heavy vehicle respond?

  1. Maintain the posted speed limit regardless of the grade
  2. Shift to a lower gear before the grade and control speed to avoid brake fade Correct answer.
  3. Accelerate to build momentum and coast down the grade in neutral
  4. Rely on the brakes continuously down the entire grade

Explanation

A steep grade warning with a percentage tells drivers how severe the descent is. The safe technique is to select a lower gear before the descent and use engine braking so the service brakes do not overheat and fade.

Question 49Traffic Signs and Signals

At a signalized intersection the light turns green for your direction, but a pedestrian who entered the crosswalk late is still crossing your path. What is the correct action?

  1. Sound the horn and drive around the pedestrian
  2. Wait for the pedestrian to clear your path before proceeding Correct answer.
  3. Proceed because the green light gives you the right of way over pedestrians
  4. Reverse to give the pedestrian more room

Explanation

A green light permits movement only when the way is clear, and drivers must yield to pedestrians already in the crosswalk. Proceeding into a crosswalk occupied by a pedestrian risks a collision and violates the duty to exercise due care.

Question 50Traffic Signs and Signals

A driver sees a sign with a black diagonal slash across a symbol of a left-turn arrow on a white background. What does this sign mean?

  1. Left turns are prohibited at this location Correct answer.
  2. Left turns are allowed only during posted hours
  3. Left turns are required for all traffic
  4. Left turns are permitted only on a green arrow

Explanation

A regulatory symbol with a diagonal slash through it cancels the movement shown, so the slashed left-turn arrow prohibits left turns. Time-of-day restrictions are stated in words on supplemental plaques rather than implied by the slash.