five or more
Slow moving vehicles shall turn or pull off the roadway when there are how many vehicles in line behind them?
proceed with caution
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
Traffic already in the traffic circle
Who has the right of way when approaching a traffic circle?
Stop only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers
White painted curbs indicate
same speed
when entering or merging with highway traffic, should you enter at the same speed, a slower speed, or a faster speed than the traffic that is moving?
left hand and arm straight out
What is the hand signal for stop or slow down?
70 mph
What is the speed limit on rural sections of Tennessee's interstate highways?
at least 50 feet
At what distance should you signal before making a left or right turn?
within 18 inches
When parallel parking, the wheels should be how far from the curb?
15-20 seconds
how far ahead should you be watching the road to avoid potential accidents when driving on the interstate
Use low beams, they won't cause glare or reflection that could impair visibility
Should you use your high-beams or low-beams when driving in foggy conditions?
driving is not permitted in that lane
What does an illuminated red "X" posted over a traffic lane mean?
the same as a stop sign
What does a flashing red light mean?
lane reserved for high occupancy vehicles (HOV) only
What does a diamond-shaped symbol in the center of a lane indicate?
The car approaching from the right has the right of way.
How should you handle the situation if you and another vehicle reach a 4-way or multi-stop intersection at the same time?
55 miles per hour
What is the speed limit in the more congested metropolitan areas of the Tennessee interstate?
the amount of time you should allow between you and another vehicle
what is the "two-second rule
drivers approaching from both directions must stop
what should you do when a school bus is stopped with it's red lights flashing and stop sign arm extended
the person is blind
A pedestrian with a white cane signifies what?
the vehicle going straight
Who has the right-of-way if one car is going straight ahead through the intersection and one car, approaching the intersection from the opposite direction, wants to make a left turn?
left hand and arm straight out
What is the hand signal for a Left turn?
when you see the entire vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror
When is it safe to return to the right-hand lane after passing another vehicle?
directly behind, in front, and on either side
What areas are considered the "NO ZONE" on a truck or other large vehicle?
Toward the curb (right)
when parking down hill make sure wheels are
away from the curb (left)
When parking on a hill with a curb facing uphill, in what direction should the wheels of your vehicle be facing?
it is against the law to follow emergency vehicles
At what distance should you follow an emergency vehicle that is responding to an emergency?
.02
If you are under 21 years of age, at what Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) are you considered to be driving under the influence of alcohol in Tennessee?
When rain, mist or snow requires constant use of windshield wipers
During daylight when it is not possible to see 200 feet ahead clearly
Between 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise
Under what circumstances must you use your headlights when driving in TN?
15
You have to be at least how old to apply for an Tennessee driver license?
Stop only long enough to load or unload. Stay with your car.
what does a painted YELLOW curb
12
In TN, riding in the cargo area of a pick up truck is not permitted for children under age ______.
address changes
You must notify the DMV within 10 days if your:
shift to low, or lower your speed
When driving on a slippery surface such as snow and ice:
motorcycle
Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:
drive to the right edge of the road and stop
You are driving on a city street and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do?
If road or weather conditions require a slower speed
If you drive 55 mph in a 55 mph zone, you can be given a speeding ticket:
first level, second level
There are two Intermediate License levels for drivers under 18 years of age. The ___________ is the Intermediate Restricted License and the _________________ is the Intermediate Unrestricted License.
by law, if you operate a motor vehicle in Tennessee you must consent to a breathalyzer or blood test
What is Tennessee's "Implied Consent Law?
for the first few minutes
If it starts to rain on a hot day, the road is most slippery:
towards the side of the road
You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?
use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in gear or "park
When parking your vehicle on any hill:
seat belts are required for the driver and all front seat passengers age 16 and older
Who is required to wear seat belts when driving in Tennessee?
all of them contain the same amount of alcohol. none are "safer" to drink than other
Which of these contains less alcohol than the other three and will take longer to affect your blood alcohol content: 12 ounces of 80 proof liquor, five ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer, 12 ounces of wine-cooler?
3 ft clearance
When passing a bicycle, how many feet of clearance must you leave between the bicycle and your car?
25 mph
Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and current address
If you are involved in a collision, you must exchange with the other person(s) involved, your driver license information and:
at an intersection with a green light
Unless prohibited by a sign, you may legally make a U-turn ________________.
stop as long as the red lights flash
A school bus has stopped ahead on your side of the road and is flashing its red lights. What should you do?
only after stopping, unless otherwise posted
you may turn right on a solid red light:
cell phone
Tennessee Law prohibits any driver possessing a learner's permit or intermediate driver's license from using what while driving on any roadway?
the back seat
The safest place for children 12 and under to ride in a vehicle equipped with air bags is which of the following?