Study Guide


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1 What is the recommended approach for braking on ice, snow, sleet, gravel, sand, and other loose surfaces?

2 When should you allow a larger space cushion when stopping?

3 What is the average perception time under normal conditions?

4 What does 'reaction time' refer to?

5 When approaching a stop sign that is not marked by a crosswalk, what should you do?

6 When stopped at a stop sign where you cannot see crossing traffic, what should you do?

7 Foot brake must stop a car within a distance of ______ at a speed of 20 mph.

8 It takes the average person ______ seconds to think, react, and apply the brakes.

9 At a railway crossing, you should:

10 It is __________ to drive around, under, or through a railway gate or barrier while it is down, being lowered, or being raised. Stopping - It is __________ to drive around, under, or through a railway gate or barrier while it is down, being lowered, or being raised.
11 What should you do if you encounter school buses or trucks carrying hazardous materials at a highway-railway crossing?

12 When you encounter a train at a railway crossing, why should you be cautious about misjudging its speed and distance?

13 When you are in a line of traffic that is crossing a railroad track with no signals or gates, what should you do before starting to cross the road?

14 In a situation where your vehicle stalls on the railroad track, why is it advised to escape in a 45-degree angle away from the tracks toward the train if a train is coming?

15 You are approaching an uncontrolled railroad crossing with an oncoming train, what should you do?

16 If your vehicle stalls on a railroad track and a train is NOT coming, what should you do?

17 If your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks, no train is approaching, and your vehicle won't start, what should you do?

18 How far should you stop from the nearest rail or gate if a train is approaching?

19 When must you stop at a railroad crossing?

20 Is passing allowed at railroad crossings?

21 Where should you cross railroad tracks?

22 You approach a railroad crossing with only a crossbuck sign (X) and no flashing lights or bells. What should you do?

23 What should you avoid doing at a railroad crossing?

24 How long should you wait at a railway crossing after coming to a complete before proceeding?

25 When the crossing is marked with only pavement markings or crossbuck signs, what should you do?

26 When approaching a railroad grade crossing, stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail if:

27 A person who fails to obey the law regarding railroad grade crossings is subject to:

28 If a train is approaching and your vehicle is stalled, what should you do?

29 Why do trains always have the right-of-way at crossings?

30 When approaching railroad crossings, what should you do to better hear audible signs or whistles?

31 What should you do in case of an emergency at a railroad crossing?

32 What should you always do when approaching a railroad crossing?

33 What should you avoid doing around trains or light rail?

34 Driving, stopping, or parking your vehicle on the tracks is:

35 What precaution should you take before crossing railroad tracks?

36 Why should you stay alert near light rail tracks?

37 Crossing guards are the _______ to enter and _______ to exit a crosswalk to indicate to drivers that pedestrians are about to cross.

38 When approaching a marked school zone when the school is in session, you must:

39 Can you pass a school bus that has flashing red lights and the stop arm extended?

40 Under what circumstances are you NOT required to stop for a school bus?

41 How long should you remain stopped before a school bus with its red lights flashing and "STOP" sign out? Stopping - How long should you remain stopped before a school bus with its red lights flashing and
42 Before a school bus stops to load or unload passengers, which color of lights does the driver usually flash? Stopping - Before a school bus stops to load or unload passengers, which color of lights does the driver usually flash?
43 When is it prohibited to pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload passengers?

44 When a school bus is stopped at an intersection, drivers from _______ MUST come to a complete stop.