Turns, Lanes & Passing — PennDOT Practice Questions

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1. A RIGHT CURVE sign is ahead. Where should your car be in the lane through the curve?

AToward the center line, to cut the curve.
Slightly to the right of the center of your lane.
COn the shoulder.

Why B is correct

Slow down and position your vehicle slightly to the right of the center of your lane through a right-bending curve; stay in the center on a left curve.

2. How do you turn left onto a divided highway?

ATurn left before the divider.
BTurn right, then make a U-turn.
Cross the first roadway, then turn left on the other side of the barrier.

Why C is correct

Cross the first roadway when there is a gap from the left, then turn left on the other side of the barrier when there is a gap from the right.

3. May you pass the car ahead of you in a highway acceleration lane?

AYes, if it is slow.
No, it is illegal.
COnly on the right.

Why B is correct

It is illegal to pass a vehicle ahead of you in an acceleration lane.

4. What may a center lane marked LEFT TURN ONLY be used for?

Left turns by traffic from either direction.
BPassing slow vehicles.
CThrough traffic and passing during morning and evening rush hours.

Why A is correct

The center lane is reserved for left-turning vehicles in either direction and is not to be used for through traffic or passing.

5. When may you pass on the right?

AWhenever the right lane is empty.
When the driver ahead is turning left, or on a road with two or more lanes each way.
COn any paved shoulder when traffic ahead is slow.

Why B is correct

You may pass on the right when the driver is making or signaling a left turn, or on a roadway with two or more marked lanes each way. Never on a multi-lane highway shoulder.

6. When may you turn left on a red light in Pennsylvania?

ANever; left turns on red are illegal in Pennsylvania.
From a one-way street onto another one-way street, after stopping.
CAt any intersection, after stopping.

Why B is correct

From a one-way street onto another one-way street, you may turn left on red after stopping, if clear and no sign prohibits it.

7. Why should you not enter a center turn lane too soon?

You may meet someone head-on coming from the other direction.
BIt is only for buses.
CYou will miss the turn and have to make a U-turn.

Why A is correct

The longer you drive in the center lane, the more likely you are to meet someone head-on from the other direction.

8. You are driving 30 mph. How far before a turn must you signal in Pennsylvania?

At least 100 feet.
BAt least 50 feet.
CAt least 300 feet.

Why A is correct

You must signal at least 100 feet before turning if you are driving less than 35 mph.

9. You turn right onto a highway with several lanes going your way. Which lane do you turn into?

AAny lane you like.
BThe far left lane.
The right lane, then change lanes after the turn if needed.

Why C is correct

Turn into the closest lane in your direction; to change lanes, wait until after you have safely completed the turn.

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A center lane is marked with solid outer and broken inner yellow lines. What is it for?
A sign says ALL TURNS FROM RIGHT LANE. How do you turn left?
About how much clear road do you need to pass a slower vehicle at 45 mph on a two-lane road?
After passing, when may you move back into the lane?
At 45 mph, how much clear road do you need to pass safely on a two-lane road?
Before changing lanes, what should you check besides your mirrors?
Before making a U-turn, how far away must drivers coming from all directions be?
How do you avoid a “tangle turn” with a car turning left from the opposite direction?
How many seconds before a turn does the manual say to signal?
How many seconds before a turn does the Pennsylvania manual say to signal?
May you pass by driving on the shoulder of a multi-lane highway?
On a highway ramp, how can lane lines tell you that you are going the right way?
When is it safe to stop halfway across a street?
When should you slow down to exit a highway?
When you enter a center turn lane, what should you make sure of?
Where in the lane should you keep on a right-bending curve?
Why is passing at night most dangerous?
Why is passing most dangerous at night?
Within how many feet of an intersection, railroad crossing, bridge or tunnel may you not pass?
You are driving 45 mph. How far before a turn must you signal in Pennsylvania?
You are in a lane marked with a turn arrow and the word ONLY by mistake. What must you do?
You are making a left turn from one of two left-turn lanes. What must you not do?
You miss your highway exit. What should you do?
You turn left onto a road with two lanes going your way. Which lane do you turn into?
Your lane is posted with a yellow EXIT ONLY panel. What happens if you stay in it?

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