Drive Right, Chapter 7

Front

What is the main reason that intersections are considered dangerous areas for drivers?

Back

The chances of a collision are greater at intersections than at any other point on a roadway.

Front

What percentage of all collisions occur at intersections according to the text?

Back

More than 33%

Front

Which of the following is NOT listed as a clue to identify an intersection ahead?
Street signs and street lights, Traffic stopping, Rows of trees and mailboxes, Pedestrian crossings

Back

Pedestrian crossings

Front

What should a driver do after identifying an intersection?

Back

Determine if they have an open zone for their intended path of travel into and through the intersection.

Front

What is a driver advised to do when their line of sight is restricted?

Back

Zone checks should become more frequent.

Front

What does the image at the bottom of the page depict?

Back

An intersection with traffic lights and vehicles.

Front

When you identify a line-of-sight restriction, what should you do to see beyond the line-of-sight restriction as shown in the picture on the right?

Back

Turn your head 45 degrees to the right or left in an attempt to see beyond the line-of-sight restriction.

Front

What should you briefly pause at each zone to detect while searching for changes in your zones to keep your intended path of travel safe?

Back

To detect objects in that location

Front

What is the recommended action if your front zone is clear but you need to prepare to stop or change your path of travel?

Back

Pause to evaluate your options

Front

What should you do once you have passed the point-of-no-return at an intersection?

Back

Continue through the intersection.