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- Octagon sign meaning
- An eight-sided red sign always means STOP. It is the only sign with this shape, so drivers can recognize it from behind or when covered with snow.
- Inverted triangle sign
- A downward-pointing red-and-white triangle always means YIELD. Slow down, be prepared to stop, and give the right-of-way to cross traffic before proceeding.
- Flashing red signal
- Treat a flashing red light like a stop sign: come to a complete stop, yield to cross traffic and pedestrians, then proceed only when the way is clear.
- Flashing yellow signal
- A flashing yellow light means slow down and proceed with caution. It does not require a stop, but you should be alert for hazards in the intersection.
- Orange sign meaning
- Orange diamond or rectangular signs mark construction and work zones. Reduce speed, watch for workers and equipment, and expect lane changes or uneven pavement.
- Solid yellow center line
- A solid yellow line on your side of the center line means you may not pass. A broken yellow line on your side permits passing when it is safe.
- Red X lane signal
- A red X displayed over a lane means that lane is closed to traffic. A green arrow means the lane is open and you may use it.
- Railroad crossbuck sign
- An X-shaped white sign with black lettering marks a railroad crossing. Yield to trains, and stop when lights flash or gates lower.
- Uncontrolled intersection rule
- At an intersection with no signs or signals, yield to the vehicle that arrived first. If two arrive at the same time, yield to the vehicle on your right.
- Left turn right-of-way
- A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic going straight or turning right. Wait for a safe gap before completing the left turn.
- Right turn on red
- After a complete stop, you may turn right on a red light unless a sign prohibits it. Yield to pedestrians and cross traffic before turning.
- Emergency vehicle approach
- When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren, pull to the right edge of the road and stop. Never stop inside an intersection.
- School bus red lights
- On an undivided road, traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm until the lights stop.
- Roundabout right-of-way
- Vehicles entering a roundabout must yield to traffic already circulating in the circle. Do not stop inside the roundabout unless traffic requires it.
- Pedestrian crosswalk right-of-way
- Drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks. Never pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk; it may be yielding to a pedestrian.
- Merging onto highway
- Traffic entering a highway from an on-ramp or driveway must yield to vehicles already on the roadway. Merging traffic does not have the right-of-way.
- Three-second following rule
- Pick a fixed object ahead. When the vehicle ahead passes it, count three seconds. If you reach the object sooner, you are following too closely.
- Skid recovery technique
- In a skid, look and steer where you want to go, and ease off the accelerator. Do not slam the brakes, which can worsen the skid and cause a spin.
- Hydroplaning response
- Hydroplaning occurs when tires ride on a film of water. Ease off the gas, keep the steering straight, and avoid hard braking until traction returns.
- Fog driving headlights
- Use low-beam headlights in fog, rain, or snow. High beams reflect off precipitation and reduce visibility, making it harder to see the road ahead.
- Deer on roadway
- Brake firmly and stay in your lane if a deer is on the road. Swerving can cause a rollover or head-on crash, which is often more dangerous.
- Truck blind spots
- Large trucks have large blind spots on both sides, directly behind, and in front. If you cannot see the truck's mirrors, the driver cannot see you.
- Off-pavement recovery
- If your vehicle leaves the paved surface, slow gradually, keep a firm grip, and steer back onto the pavement only after reducing speed. Do not jerk the wheel.
- Drowsy driving risk
- Drowsy driving impairs reaction time and judgment comparably to alcohol. On long trips, take a break every two hours or 100 miles.
- Implied consent law
- North Dakota's implied consent law requires a driver lawfully arrested for DUI to submit to a chemical test. Refusing can result in license suspension.
- Legal BAC limit
- North Dakota's legal blood alcohol concentration limit is 0.08% for drivers 21 and older. Commercial drivers face a lower limit, and under-21 drivers face zero tolerance.
- Graduated driver licensing
- North Dakota uses a graduated driver licensing system for young drivers, with learner's permit and intermediate license stages that restrict passengers and nighttime driving.
- North Dakota insurance requirement
- North Dakota requires liability insurance and proof of insurance. Driving uninsured carries fines and possible registration suspension.
- Move over law
- North Dakota law requires motorists to move over or slow down for stopped emergency, tow, and maintenance vehicles displaying flashing lights.
- Ignition interlock device
- A DUI conviction in North Dakota can require an ignition interlock device as a condition of reinstatement, especially for repeat or high-BAC offenses.
- Texting while driving
- North Dakota law prohibits texting while driving and restricts handheld device use, especially for novice drivers. Violations carry fines and points.
- Crash reporting duty
- A driver must report a crash to law enforcement when it involves injury, death, or property damage above the statutory threshold. Leaving an injury crash is a crime.