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for signs that prohibit them. If you must make a U-turn, move as far to the right as you can. Wait for a large gap in the traffic in both directions then turn the wheel left sharply, ending up in the opposite lane, and adjust your speed to match the traffic flow. Watch for other vehicles turning right into your intended path.

Roundabouts and Traffic Circles – These are found in some areas to help ensure safe passage of traffic through an intersection without necessarily stopping the flow of traffic. A roundabout or traffic circle is a circular intersection with design features that promote safe and efficient traffic flow. Vehicles travel counterclockwise around a raised center island, with entering traffic yielding the right-of-way to

circulating traffic. When entering the roundabout or traffic circle you must negotiate a sharp curve. Slow your speed to about 15 to 20 mph. Once in the roundabout, proceed to the appropriate exit, following the guidance provided by traffic signs and pavement markings. If there is more than one lane going in the same direction, make sure you know where you want to go and are in the proper lane before entering and do not change lanes or pass any vehicles. . When using roundabouts or traffic circles:

● Slow down as you approach the circle. A sign, like the one shown, warns of a roundabout or traffic circle.

Yield to any traffic in the circle. If another vehicle arrives at

the traffic circle at the same time as you do, yield to the vehicle if it is on your right. Also, yield to pedestrians and bicyclists in the traffic circle or roundabout.

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Be courteous and signal your intentions as you approach and drive through a traffic circle or roundabout. If you intend to turn right, signal “right” while approaching and until you have exited the traffic circle or roundabout.

If you are going straight through, no signal is needed while approaching. However, signal “right” before the exit you want to take.

If you intend to turn left, signal “left” on the approach to the traffic circle or roundabout. Once you have traveled three quarters of the way around the traffic circle or roundabout, signal “right” to take the exit.

Do not drive alongside large vehicles, such as trucks and buses in a traffic circle or roundabout. This sign warns to keep away from large vehicles in a traffic circle or roundabout.

Rules for School Buses

You must stop for a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing and/or stop arm extended. After the school bus’ red lights have stopped flashing and the stop arm is no longer visible, watch for children along the side of the road and do not proceed until it is safe, after they have completely left the roadway.

You must stop for a school bus when there are two solid yellow lines between lanes of traffic, whether the school bus is on your side of the road or on the opposite side of the road.

You must stop for a school bus when there is a center turning lane between the roadways, whether the school bus is on your side of the road or on the opposite side of the road.

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You must stop for a school bus when you are on a multi-lane highway, whether the school bus is on your side of the road or on the opposite side of the road.

You must stop for a school bus when you are at an intersection, whether the school bus is on your side of the road or on the opposite side of the road.

You are not required to stop if the bus is traveling towards you and the roadway is separated by a median or other physical barrier.

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Parking

You are responsible for making sure that your vehicle is not a hazard when it is parked. A parked vehicle must be in a place that is (1) far enough from any travel lane to avoid interfering with traffic and (2) visible to vehicles approaching from either direction.

Always park in a designated area as required.

When parking along the roadway, park your vehicle as far away from traffic as possible. If there is a curb, park as close to it as possible.

Securing and Entering the Vehicle

Always set your parking brake when you park. Then place the vehicle in gear if it has a manual transmission or in “park” if it has an automatic transmission.

Turn off your headlights and engine before removing your key.

Check your mirrors and traffic before opening the door. Shut the door as soon as you can after getting out.

Never leave the ignition keys in a parked vehicle. It is a good habit to lock the doors whenever you leave your vehicle.

When entering your vehicle on the street, approach the driver’s door with your key in hand from the front of the vehicle to increase awareness of oncoming traffic.

Parking Downhill With/Without a Curb– When parking your vehicle on a downhill, whether with a curb or without a curb bring the vehicle to a stop parallel to and within 12 inches of the curb or road edge. Turn the steering wheel sharply toward the edge or curb side of the roadway while moving slowly forward. Stop when the tire closest to the side of the road reaches the edge of the road or just as it touches the curb, using it as a block. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll down the hill, it will roll away from traffic.

Parking Uphill With a Curb– When parking your vehicle on an uphill with a curb, bring the vehicle to a stop parallel to and within 12 inches of the curb. Move slowly forward turning the steering wheel sharply away from the curb. Stop then allow the vehicle to roll slowly back until the tire touches the curb and stop. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll down the hill, it will roll away from traffic.

Parking Uphill Without a Curb – When parking your vehicle on an uphill and there is no curb, bring the vehicle to a stop parallel to and within 12 inches of the edge of the road. Move slowly forward turning the steering wheel sharply toward the edge of the road. Stop when the tire closest to the edge of the road reaches the edge of the road. This way, if your vehicle starts to move, it will roll away from traffic.

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Perpendicular and Angle Parking

Entering a Perpendicular or Angle Parking Space – Identify the space in which you will park and check

traffic. Signal your intentions and as you approach position the vehicle as far away from the parking space as possible. Move forward slowly, turning the steering wheel left or right as appropriate, until the vehicle reaches the middle of the space. Center the vehicle in the space and straighten wheels. Move to the front of the parking space, stop and secure the vehicle.

Exiting a Perpendicular or Angle Parking Space – When exiting the parking space start the engine,

check for traffic in all directions, place your foot on the brake, shift to reverse and signal in the direction you are turning. Continue to check traffic and move straight back until your front bumper clears the vehicle parked beside you, opposite of the way you are turning. Then turn the steering wheel sharply in the direction that the rear of your vehicle should move. When the vehicle clears the parking area and centers in lane, stop and shift to drive. Accelerate smoothly, steering as needed to straighten wheels.

Angle Parking Perpendicular Parking

Parallel Parking

Entering a Parallel Parking Space – Identify the space in which you will park and check traffic. Turn on the

appropriate turn signal. If there is traffic coming from behind stop parallel to the vehicle you are going to park behind and allow following vehicles to pass before parking. Once traffic is clear shift to reverse and look to the rear in the direction the vehicle will be moving. Back slowly while turning the steering

wheel rapidly in the appropriate direction. Continue backing until your front bumper is in line with the rear bumper of the vehicle you are parking behind. Back slowly while turning the steering wheel rapidly to center the vehicle into the space. Stop before touching the bumper of the vehicle to the rear. Shift to drive and adjust the vehicle in the parking space.

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Exiting a Parallel Parking Space – When exiting the parking space start the engine, check traffic in

all directions, place your foot on the brake, shift to reverse and back as much as possible to the vehicle parked behind you. Check for traffic and signal. Shift to drive and move forward slowly, steering into the lane of traffic. Check to make certain that the front bumper of the vehicle will clear the vehicle ahead. Straighten wheels and move forward into the appropriate lane of traffic when the door post of the vehicle clears the rear bumper of the vehicle parked ahead of you.

No-Parking Zones - There are many areas where you cannot park. Check for signs that may prohibit or limit parking. Some parking restrictions are indicated by colored curb markings.

Do not park:

In an intersection

On a crosswalk or sidewalk

In a construction area if your vehicle will block traffic Within 30 ft. of a traffic signal, stop sign or yield sign Within 30 ft. of a pedestrian safety zone

Within 15 ft. of a fire hydrant

Within 50 ft. of a highway-railroad grade crossing More than 1 ft. from the curb

Within 20 ft. of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street or within 75 ft. of a driveway on the other side of the street

Blocking a driveway, alley, private road or area of the curb removed or lowered for access to the sidewalk

On a bridge, overpass, underpass or in a tunnel On the opposite side of the street against traffic flow

In a space marked for the handicapped, unless you have a handicap license plate, tag or sticker On the roadway next to a parked vehicle

Wherever a sign indicates you cannot park Painted curbs indicate other parking restrictions:

White - indicates that only short stops are permitted Yellow - indicates a loading zone or some other restriction Blue – indicates a handicap restriction

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Test Your Knowledge

Select the alternative (a, b or c) that best answers the question. 1. Regulatory signs are:

a. Green b. Yellow c. White

2. A yellow dashed line on your side of the roadway only means: a. Passing is prohibited on both sides

b. Passing is permitted on both sides c. Passing is permitted on your side

3. When parking your vehicle facing uphill with a curb: a. Your wheels should be turned toward the curb b. Your wheels should be turned away from the curb c. Your wheels should face straight ahead

These questions may be on the test. If you cannot answer all of them, re-read Section 6. 1. c 2. c 3. b

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SECTION 7