Pennsylvania driver handbook guide.

Chapter 1 · source p. 1

Introduction

This chapter’s sections include:

• INTRODUCTION

Chapter 2 · source p. 2

Sharing the Road with Motorcycles

This chapter’s sections include:

• Sharing the Road with Motorcycles and Vehicles
• Left turns
• Vehicle’s blind spot
• Hazardous road conditions
• Weather conditions
• Strong winds
• Large vehicles

Chapter 3 · source p. 3

Introduction

This chapter’s sections include:

• Before taking your Knowledge Test, you must complete the
• under the Forms and Publications link at the top of the page

Chapter 4 · source p. 5

Chapter 1: Non-Commercial Learner's Permit Information

This chapter’s sections include:

• Applying For A Learner’S Permit
• Non-Commercial Learner’S Permit Information
• Organ Donor Designation
• Organ Donation Awareness Trust Fund (Odtf)
• Veterans Designation
• Veterans' Trust Fund (Vtf)
• Social Security Number Information
• Pennsylvania Vision Standards
• Who Needs A Pennsylvania Driver’S License?
• Junior Learner’S Permit Information
• Junior Driver’S License Information
• Chapter 1 - Non-Commercial Learner’s Permit Information
• What Class Of Driver’S License Do You Need?
• Classes Of Driver’S Licenses
• Knowledge Test
• Road Test
• Practice Test App

Chapter 5 · source p. 11

Chapter 2: Signals, Signs and Pavement Markings

This chapter’s sections include:

• Signals
• Red, Yellow And Green Traffic Lights And Arrows
• Signals, Signs And Pavement Markings
• Non-Functioning Traffic Lights
• Ramp-Metering Signals
• Lane Use Control Signals
• Pedestrian Signals
• Blind Pedestrians
• School Zone Signals
• Railroad Crossing Signals

Chapter 6 · source p. 14

Signs

This chapter’s sections include:

• Regulatory Signs
• Divided Highway
• No Pedestrian Crossing
• Do Not Pass
• No U-Turn No Right Turn No Left Turn No Parking
• Center Lane Left Turn Only
• Keep Right
• Reserved Parking
• Green
• Teen Crash Fact
• Right Turn Signal On Green
• Arrow
• Warning Signs
• No Passing Zone
• Chevron Signs
• Left Curve
• Right Curve
• Sharp Left Turn
• Sharp Right Turn
• Set Of Curves
• Right And Left Sharp Turns
• Winding Road (Series Of Curves)
• One Direction Large Arrow
• Road Entering Curve
• Truck Rollover
• Advisory Speed Signs
• Merging Traffic
• Added Lane
• Weave Area
• Two-Way Traffic Ahead
• Lane Ends
• Intersection Signs
• Two Direction Large Arrow
• Narrow Bridge Or Underpass Ahead
• Slippery When Wet
• Divided Highway Begins
• Divided Highway Ends
• Deer Crossing
• Low Clearance
• Shoulder Signs
• Hill/Downgrade
• Traffic Signal Ahead
• Stop Sign Ahead
• Bicycle Crossing Ahead
• Railroad Crossing Ahead
• Advanced Intersection/Railroad Crossing Sign
• Bicycle/Motor Vehicle Share The Road
• Pedestrian Crossing
• School
• Horse-Drawn Vehicle
• Objects Adjacent To The Roadway
• Work Zone Signs (Work Area And Construction Zone Signs)
• Road Work Ahead
• Lane Closed Ahead
• Construction Ahead)
• Workers Ahead
• Did You Know?
• Road Closed Flooding
• Electric Arrow Panels
• Channeling Devices
• Guide Signs
• Highway/Expressway Guide Signs
• Exit Numbers
• 1 Mile
• Interstate Numbering System
• Mile Markers
• Trenton
• Service Signs
• Tourist-Oriented Directional Signs
• Route Markers

Chapter 7 · source p. 26

Pavement Markings

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Chapter 8 · source p. 27

Chapter 2 Review Questions

This chapter’s sections include:

• 2. This Is The Shape And Color Of A __________ Sign.
• 7. You Need To Use Extra Caution When Driving Near A Pedestrian
• 8. When Driving Near A Blind Pedestrian Who Is Carrying A White Cane
• 18. The Sign With This Shape And Color Is A _____________ Sign.
• 19. Which Of These Signs Is Used To Show The End Of A Divided Highway?
• 23. What Should You Be Most Concerned About When You See This Sign?
• 24. What Is The Meaning Of This Sign?
• 33. A Steady Yellow Light Means That A _______ Light Will Soon Appear.
• On The School Zone Speed Sign.
• 44. When An Arrow Panel In A Work Zone Shows Either Of
• 46. You May Pass If The Line Dividing Two Lanes Is A ___________ Line.
• 50. The Road Edge On The Right Side Is Marked By A ___________ Line.
• 57. From The Center Lane, What Maneuvers Can You Perform?
• 58. Which Of These Signs Means That Drivers Should Keep To The Right?

Chapter 9 · source p. 35

Chapter 3: Learning to Drive

This chapter’s sections include:

• - Choosing Safety First
• Vehicle Checks: Preparing To Drive
• Learning To Drive
• Did You Know?
• Driver Factors
• Inattention
• Driving Distractions
• Lack Of Sleep
• Health Factors
• Alcohol And Driving
• Play It Safe.
• Drugs And Driving

Chapter 10 · source p. 39

Everyday Driving Skills

This chapter’s sections include:

• Managing Space
• (4-Second Rule)
• Teen Crash Fact
• • Sudden slowing or stopping
• Keep A Space Cushion To The Sides
• Keep A Space Cushion Behind
• Keep Your Vehicle Where It Can Be Seen
• Looking Ahead
• Looking To The Sides
• Looking Behind
• Managing Speed
• Posted Speed Limits
• Eco-Driving
• Smart Driving Habits to Adopt
• Driving At Night
• Road Conditions
• • Wet Pavements
• • Hydroplaning
• • Snow and Ice
• Visibility Conditions
• Snow Squalls
• Headlight/Windshield Wiper Law
• Traffic Flow
• Reactions To Slow Moving Traffic
• Communicating Your Intentions To Other Drivers
• Right Turn
• Turning, Merging And Passing
• Left And Right Turns
• Turning From Or Into A Center Turn Lane
• Follow The Guidelines Below To Safely Use Center Turn Lanes
• Teen Crash Fact To Complete A Turn Safely
• U-Turns
• Turning Right At A Red Light
• Crossing Traffic
• Merging With Traffic
• Passing On A Two-Lane Road
• Passing On The Right
• Negotiating Intersections
• Approaching Intersections
• Signs and pavement markings for lane assignment
• Traffic Signals And Stop Signs
• One Way, Wrong Way And Do Not Enter Signs
• Moving Into And Through Intersections Safely
• How To Use A Circular Intersection
• Did You Know?
• Negotiating Curves
• Do It Before You Enter The Curve.
• Negotiating Highways And Interchanges
• Entering Highways
• Exiting Highways
• Traveling On Highways
• Parking
• Parallel Parking Tips

Chapter 11 · source p. 58

Special Circumstances and Emergencies

This chapter’s sections include:

• Work Zones
• Did You Know?
• Railroad Crossings
• Bicyclists, And Motorcyclists And Moped Drivers
• Pedestrians
• Sharing The Road With Trucks And Buses
• Passing A Truck
• Bicyclists
• Motorcyclists And Moped Drivers
• Truck Passing
• Following A Truck
• Turns
• Oversized Loads
• Backing Crashes
• Braking
• Escape Ramps
• Buses
• School Buses
• Must Stop!
• Emergency Vehicles And Situations
• Move Over Law
• Horse-Drawn Vehicles And Horseback Riders
• Passengers In An Open-Bed Truck
• Snow Plows
• Dealing With Road Rage
• Dealing With Driving Emergencies
• Steering Your Way Out Of An Emergency
• If You Have To Brake Suddenly
• If Your Vehicle Starts To Skid
• Flooded Roadways
• If Your Accelerator Sticks
• If Your Vehicle Has Brake Failure
• How To Change A Flat Tire
• If You Have A Tire Blowout
• If You Have An Older Vehicle And Your Brakes Suddenly Fail, You Should
• If Another Vehicle Is Approaching Head-On In Your Lane
• Funeral Procession
• Here Is What You Should Do If You Drift Off Of The Pavement
• If Your Vehicle Drifts Off Of The Pavement Onto The Shoulder

Chapter 12 · source p. 69

Chapter 3 Review Questions

This chapter’s sections include:

• A Traffic Light?
• From _____ Feet Away. Of The Road. Of Drowsy Driving Crashes.
• 68. The Law Gives _______ The Right Of Way At Intersections.
• 82. When Making A Turn, You Must _____ Your Speed.
• 84. The Maximum Speed Limit In This State Is ____ Miles Per Hour .
• Driving In Traffic?
• 97. Which Of The Following Is True About Driving On A Wet Roadway?
• 105. When Driving In Fog, You Should Use Your _________.
• 107. Anything That Requires You To _______ Could Cause You To Crash.
• Chapter 3 Answer Key

Chapter 13 · source p. 83

Chapter 4: Driving Record Information

This chapter’s sections include:

• Driving Record Information
• Point Removal For Safe Driving
• Suspensions And Revocations
• Chapter 4 - Driving Record Information
• Driving Without Insurance
• What To Do If You Are Stopped By The Police
• Crashes
• Fleeing Or Eluding Police
• What Constitutes A Dui (Driving Under The Influence)?
• Chemical Test Refusal Restoration Fee
• Severe Penalties
• Table 1 - General Impairment: .08 To .099 Blood Alcohol Concentration
• Table 2 - High Rate: .10 To .159 Blood Alcohol Concentration
• Table 3 - Highest Rate: .16 Blood Alcohol Concentration And Up
• Zero Tolerance Law (Under 21 Dui)
• Why Zero Tolerance?
• Underage Drinking
• Driver’S License Compact (Dlc)

Chapter 14 · source p. 93

Chapter 5: Laws and Related Issues

This chapter’s sections include:

• Required Notification For Change In Name Or Address
• Seat Belt Law
• Laws And Related Issues
• Child Restraint Law
• Prevent Vehicle Related Heatstroke
• Winter coats and car seats
• Child Passenger Protection Act 229 Requires
• Air Bag Safety Information
• Americans With Disabilities Act (Ada)
• Interpreters For The Deaf And Hearing Impaired In Order For An Interpreter To Be Present You Must
• Alternative Testing Method
• Parking Areas For Persons With Disabilities
• Anti-Littering Law
• Vehicle Safety And Emissions Inspection
• Safe Passing Is The Law
• Anti-Texting Law
• What the Law Does
• Conditions Law The Danger Of Open Doors To Bicyclists

Chapter 15 · source p. 98

Chapter 6: References

This chapter’s sections include:

• Road Test And Special Point Examination Appointments
• Non-Cdl Third Party Testing Program
• Departmental Forms And Publications On The Internet
• Statewide And County Maps
• Other Information
• References

Chapter 16 · source p. 99

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

This chapter’s sections include:

• Symptoms Of Carbon Monoxide Exposure
• Tips To Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning In Vehicles

Chapter 17 · source p. 100

Index

This chapter’s sections include:

• The Thompsons’ And Tissue Donation

Chapter 18 · source p. 104

Organ and Tissue Donation

This chapter’s sections include:

• When You Get Your License, Remember These Important Words

Unit 1 · 5 lessons

Getting Licensed

Permits, junior rules, license classes and tests

1. Applying for your learner's permit
2. Junior permit and junior license rules
3. License classes
4. The Road Test
5. Who needs a license, vision and keeping it current

Unit 2 · 3 lessons

Traffic Signals

Lights, arrows, flashing, lane-use and pedestrian signals

1. Traffic lights and arrows
2. Flashing, lane-use and ramp signals
3. Pedestrian, school zone and railroad signals

Unit 3 · 7 lessons

Traffic Signs

Regulatory, warning, work zone and guide signs

1. STOP, YIELD and one-way signs
2. Prohibition, lane-use and turn signs
3. Warning signs: curves, turns and merges
4. Warning signs: lanes, intersections and road hazards
5. Warning signs: crossings, schools and roadside objects
6. Work zone signs and devices
7. Guide signs, interstate numbers and mile markers

Unit 4 · 2 lessons

Pavement Markings

Centerlines, lane lines and painted words

1. Centerlines and passing
2. Lane lines, edge lines and pavement words

Unit 5 · 3 lessons

Fit to Drive

Vehicle checks, distraction, fatigue, alcohol and drugs

1. Vehicle checks before you drive
2. Distractions, drowsiness and health
3. Alcohol and drugs

Unit 6 · 7 lessons

Space, Speed and Conditions

Space cushion, scanning, speed, night, weather and signaling

1. Following distance and the space cushion
2. Scanning ahead, to the sides and behind
3. Speed limits, traffic flow and eco-driving
4. Night driving and headlight laws
5. Wet, icy and slippery roads
6. Fog, snow and snow squalls
7. Signals, brake lights and your horn

Unit 7 · 6 lessons

Turns, Intersections and Highways

Turning, passing, right-of-way, roundabouts, curves and highways

1. Turns, center turn lanes and U-turns
2. Merging and passing
3. Intersections and right-of-way
4. Roundabouts, jughandles and divided highways
5. Driving through curves
6. Entering, traveling and exiting highways

Unit 8 · 6 lessons

Sharing the Road

Pedestrians, cyclists, motorcycles, trucks, buses and special situations

1. Pedestrians and bicyclists
2. Sharing the road with motorcycles and mopeds
3. Sharing the road with trucks and buses
4. School buses, emergency vehicles and the Move Over law
5. Work zones and railroad crossings
6. Horses, snow plows, open-bed trucks and funerals

Unit 9 · 5 lessons

Parking and Emergencies

Parking, emergency maneuvers, floods and road rage

1. Parking rules
2. Emergency steering, braking and skids
3. Stuck accelerator, brake failure and blowouts
4. Floods, drop-offs and head-on threats
5. Road rage and aggressive drivers

Unit 10 · 4 lessons

Driving Record and Penalties

Points, suspensions, police stops, crashes and DUI

1. Points, suspensions and driving uninsured
2. Police stops, crashes and fleeing police
3. DUI, implied consent and penalties
4. Underage drinking, zero tolerance and the Driver's License Compact

Unit 11 · 5 lessons

Occupant Safety and Other Laws

Seat belts, child seats, texting, inspections and safe passing

1. Seat belts and air bags
2. Child passenger safety
3. Texting, inspections and other everyday laws
4. The bicycle safe passing law
5. Carbon monoxide and testing accommodations