Road Skills Flashcards

When making a left turn at an intersection in Pennsylvania, you should yield to:

Answer: Oncoming traffic and pedestrians in the crosswalk

Left-turning drivers must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians crossing in the intersection.

In Pennsylvania, what is the correct action when your rear wheels begin to skid on a slippery road?

Answer: Steer in the direction the rear of the vehicle is sliding

To correct a rear-wheel skid, steer gently in the direction the rear is sliding to realign the vehicle.

When driving through a construction zone in Pennsylvania, you must:

Answer: Obey posted reduced speed limits and follow flaggers

Drivers must obey all posted speed reductions and directions from flaggers in construction zones.

What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean in Pennsylvania?

Answer: Proceed with caution

A flashing yellow light means slow down and proceed with caution through the intersection.

How far in advance must you signal before turning or changing lanes in Pennsylvania?

Answer: At least 100 feet

Pennsylvania law requires turn signals to be activated at least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes.

When is it legal to pass another vehicle on the right in Pennsylvania?

Answer: On a one-way street or multi-lane road where lanes allow it

Passing on the right is permitted on one-way streets or multi-lane roadways where there is space to pass safely.

In Pennsylvania, what should you do if an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens is approaching from behind?

Answer: Pull over to the right and stop until it passes

You must immediately pull over to the right edge of the road and stop when an emergency vehicle approaches.