Nevada: Pedestrians
Yielding to pedestrians, crosswalks, crossing guards and blind pedestrians with a white cane or guide dog. Split into 2 shorter tests so you're not stuck in one long quiz.
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What does a red light mean for a pedestrian at an intersection?
- Do not cross unless a pedestrian signal or officer directs otherwise
- Cross only after checking that no vehicle is approaching the crosswalk
- Wait only if a vehicle is already in the intersection, then cross
- Cross quickly, since the light is about to turn green
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Correct answer: Do not cross unless a pedestrian signal or officer directs otherwise
A red light means pedestrians must not cross unless a pedestrian signal or police officer directs otherwise.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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Unless a crosswalk signal or police officer directs them, what must pedestrians facing a yellow light not do?
- Remain on the sidewalk
- Look at oncoming traffic
- Start across the street
- Stay in the crosswalk
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Correct answer: Start across the street
Pedestrians facing a yellow light must not start across the street unless a crosswalk signal or police officer directs them.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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What should pedestrians do when they face a green turn arrow?
- Cross at once, because the arrow gives them a protected path
- Cross only if no vehicle is turning in their direction
- Cross only after the turning vehicles have passed
- Not cross unless a pedestrian signal or police officer allows it
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Correct answer: Not cross unless a pedestrian signal or police officer allows it
Pedestrians facing a green turn arrow are not to cross unless a pedestrian signal or police officer allows them to do so.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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If a crosswalk is marked, where are pedestrians to cross?
- In the marked area
- Anywhere along the block
- At the middle of the block
- Beside the crosswalk lines
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Correct answer: In the marked area
If a crosswalk is marked, pedestrians are to use the marked area.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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When the WALK signal or walking person symbol is lit, what must the drivers of all vehicles do?
- Sound the horn to warn the pedestrians
- Turn first if their own light is also green
- Give the pedestrians the right-of-way
- Move forward slowly through the crosswalk
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Correct answer: Give the pedestrians the right-of-way
When WALK is illuminated, pedestrians facing it may cross and must be given the right-of-way by the drivers of all vehicles.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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A Don’t Walk signal is flashing with no countdown timer. What must a pedestrian who lawfully entered the roadway do?
- Stop in the roadway and wait for the next WALK signal
- Turn around and go back to the starting curb at once
- Run across as fast as possible, ignoring the signal
- Reach a place of safety before the signal becomes steady
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Correct answer: Reach a place of safety before the signal becomes steady
A pedestrian who entered lawfully may continue but must proceed to a curb, sidewalk, safety zone or other place of safety before the signal is illuminated and steady.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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While a Don’t Walk signal is lit steady, what may a pedestrian who entered the roadway lawfully do?
- Continue crossing but reach a place of safety as soon as possible
- Remain in the roadway until the signal changes to WALK again
- Continue crossing at a normal pace, since there is no time limit
- Turn back toward the starting curb unless a driver waves them on
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Correct answer: Continue crossing but reach a place of safety as soon as possible
A pedestrian who entered lawfully may continue to cross but must proceed to a curb, sidewalk, safety zone or other place of safety as soon as possible.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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What should drivers always be prepared to do?
- Use the horn near pedestrians
- Speed up past crosswalks
- Yield to pedestrians
- Stop in the crosswalk
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Correct answer: Yield to pedestrians
Both drivers and pedestrians are responsible for safe use of the roadways, and drivers should always be prepared to yield to pedestrians.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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At some intersections the crosswalk is not marked. What must drivers still do?
- Yield to pedestrians in the intersection
- Proceed, since there is no crosswalk to yield for
- Stop only when a pedestrian signal tells them to
- Sound the horn and keep moving
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Correct answer: Yield to pedestrians in the intersection
Crosswalks may be unmarked in small towns or residential areas, but drivers still must yield to pedestrians in the intersection.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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In Nevada, what is violating the direction of a school crossing guard?
- A felony
- A civil matter with no penalty
- A misdemeanor
- Not an offense unless a crash occurs
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Correct answer: A misdemeanor
Violating the direction of a school crossing guard is a misdemeanor in Nevada.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 33 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 33)
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A crossing guard is in a school zone crosswalk. What must motorists do?
- Pass behind the guard as soon as the children have crossed
- Wait until the guard is completely out of the crosswalk
- Drive around the guard if no children are crossing
- Proceed slowly once the guard’s back is turned
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Correct answer: Wait until the guard is completely out of the crosswalk
If a crossing guard is present in a school zone crosswalk, motorists must wait until the guard is completely out of the crosswalk before proceeding.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 33 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 33)
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Which statement is correct about pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections?
- They must yield to approaching vehicles
- They have the right-of-way over vehicles
- They have the right-of-way only when a police officer is present
- They have the right-of-way only when a vehicle is turning
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Correct answer: They have the right-of-way over vehicles
Pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections have the right-of-way over vehicles.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
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What does the handbook say pedestrians should do before they step off the curb?
- Assume that every driver will stop because pedestrians have the right-of-way
- Check only for traffic that is coming from their left
- Wave at the nearest driver and begin crossing right away
- Make certain cars in both directions have stopped
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Correct answer: Make certain cars in both directions have stopped
Vehicles do not always stop, so pedestrians should make certain cars in both directions have stopped before stepping off the curb.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
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A pedestrian who is blind or visually impaired is using a guide dog or carrying a white cane. What must a driver do?
- Yield the right-of-way and come to a full stop if necessary
- Sound the horn to let the pedestrian know the vehicle is near
- Slow down only if the pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk
- Drive around the pedestrian and keep moving
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Correct answer: Yield the right-of-way and come to a full stop if necessary
A driver must yield the right-of-way, come to a full stop if necessary, and take precautions to avoid a crash or injury.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
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Where should a pedestrian stay near a roundabout?
- In the designated crosswalks
- On the circulatory roadway, facing traffic
- On the truck apron
- Along the shoulder of the nearest lane
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Correct answer: In the designated crosswalks
Pedestrians should always stay in the designated crosswalks.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
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What should a pedestrian never do at a roundabout?
- Use a designated crosswalk
- Watch for cars
- Cross to the central island
- Pay attention to traffic
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Correct answer: Cross to the central island
The handbook says pedestrians should never cross to the central island.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
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What does the handbook say about pedestrians at night?
- They are difficult to see, so be aware
- They are easier to see because of headlights
- They are a concern only on unlit roads
- They are a concern only near crosswalks
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Correct answer: They are difficult to see, so be aware
Pedestrians are difficult to see at night, so drivers must be aware of them.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 56 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 56)
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When should drivers be especially careful about pedestrians?
- Only during bad weather and at night
- Only on streets without any sidewalks
- When children are present
- Only when driving on a freeway
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Correct answer: When children are present
The handbook says drivers should be especially careful when children are present.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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What must pedestrians not do?
- Put a motorist where a collision cannot be avoided
- Walk on the sidewalk next to a busy street
- Cross at a crosswalk that has a signal
- Carry a flashlight when walking at night
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Correct answer: Put a motorist where a collision cannot be avoided
Pedestrians must not place a motorist in a position which makes it impossible to avoid a collision.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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What may a motorist be charged with for causing even a minor collision with a pedestrian?
- Reckless driving
- Jaywalking
- Improper turning
- Nothing unless the pedestrian is hurt
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Correct answer: Reckless driving
Motorists who cause even a minor collision with a pedestrian may be charged with reckless driving.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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Who has the right-of-way when crossing at an intersection?
- Drivers
- Whoever arrives first
- Pedestrians
- Cyclists only
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Correct answer: Pedestrians
Pedestrians have the right-of-way when crossing at an intersection, and drivers are obligated to yield to them.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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What is it illegal for motorists to do when another vehicle is slowing down or stopped?
- Sound the horn while waiting behind it
- Pass it before learning why it slowed or stopped
- Follow it with your headlights turned on
- Use your turn signal while behind it
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Correct answer: Pass it before learning why it slowed or stopped
It is illegal to overtake any vehicle that is slowing down or stopped until the motorist slows down enough to determine why.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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Where does a crosswalk exist?
- Only where it is marked with white lines
- Only where a traffic signal is installed
- Only in front of schools and parks
- Anywhere two streets meet, even if not painted
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Correct answer: Anywhere two streets meet, even if not painted
A crosswalk exists anywhere two streets intersect, even at a T intersection, and exists even if not painted or marked.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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When a traffic signal turns green, what must drivers do?
- Proceed immediately when the light turns green
- Honk to warn the pedestrians who are crossing
- Pass the pedestrians on their left side
- Yield to persons who are still crossing the street
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Correct answer: Yield to persons who are still crossing the street
When a traffic signal turns green, drivers must yield to persons who are still crossing the street.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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Who has the right of way when a motorist is making a right-hand turn and a pedestrian is crossing?
- The motorist
- The pedestrian
- The first to move
- The vehicle with a signal on
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Correct answer: The pedestrian
Pedestrians have the right of way over motorists making a right-hand turn.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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If there is no sidewalk, where should pedestrians walk?
- On the side of the road facing the traffic
- On the side with the traffic
- In the center of the lane
- On the shoulder facing away from traffic
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Correct answer: On the side of the road facing the traffic
If there is no sidewalk, pedestrians should walk on the side of the road facing the traffic.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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When should a vehicle yielding to a pedestrian proceed?
- As soon as the pedestrian steps into the crosswalk
- When the pedestrian is halfway across your lane
- After the pedestrian crosses into the opposing lanes
- After you have sounded your horn once
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Correct answer: After the pedestrian crosses into the opposing lanes
Vehicles yielding to a pedestrian should wait until the pedestrian has crossed into the lanes going in the other direction.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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A pedestrian in a crosswalk is on the half of the highway on which your vehicle is traveling. What must you do?
- Sound the horn and keep driving through
- Speed up so you pass before the pedestrian steps in
- Yield the right-of-way, slow down or stop
- Pass on the left and keep going
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Correct answer: Yield the right-of-way, slow down or stop
The driver must yield the right-of-way, slow down or stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk on the half of the highway the vehicle is traveling on.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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If a pedestrian is already in the intersection when the signal starts flashing, what should they do?
- Go back to the curb
- Finish crossing
- Stop where they are
- Run to the nearest corner
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Correct answer: Finish crossing
If a pedestrian is in the intersection when a signal starts flashing, they should finish crossing.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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Before crossing, what should pedestrians do?
- Look to the right side only
- Look left, right and left again
- Look straight ahead at the signal only
- Look to the left only, then step out
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Correct answer: Look left, right and left again
Before crossing, pedestrians should look left, right and left again for oncoming or turning traffic.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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What should pedestrians do when a driver slows down or stops for them?
- Run across the street immediately
- Wave and cross without looking
- Stay on the curb until the signal changes
- Establish eye contact with the driver
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Correct answer: Establish eye contact with the driver
Pedestrians should establish eye contact with drivers who slow down or stop to ensure the driver is yielding the right-of-way.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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What should a pedestrian walking at night do to help drivers see them?
- Wear dark clothing and stay on the shoulder
- Walk in the center of the road
- Carry a flashlight and use reflective materials
- Walk without a light so drivers see the road
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Correct answer: Carry a flashlight and use reflective materials
If walking at night, carry a flashlight and use reflective materials to help drivers see you.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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Who is granted the right of way at all times when crossing a street with a white cane or animal guide?
- A person who is blind or visually impaired
- Any driver approaching the crossing
- Only a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk
- A cyclist riding on the same street
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Correct answer: A person who is blind or visually impaired
A person who is blind or visually impaired crossing a street with a white cane or animal guide is granted the right of way at all times.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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What must a driver do on approaching a person who is blind or visually impaired crossing with a white cane?
- Yield, stop if necessary, and take precautions
- Honk to let the person know you are there
- Pass quickly on the side away from them
- Slow down but keep moving past them
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Correct answer: Yield, stop if necessary, and take precautions
A driver must yield the right-of-way, come to a full stop if necessary, and take precautions before proceeding.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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What is the greatest distance from the crosswalk at which you should stop your car for a blind pedestrian?
- Ten feet
- Fifteen feet
- Five feet
- Twenty feet
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Correct answer: Five feet
The handbook says not to stop more than five feet from the crosswalk, since a blind pedestrian uses the sound of the engine as a guide.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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Which should you NOT do for a pedestrian who is blind or visually impaired?
- Stop at crosswalks where pedestrians are waiting
- Give verbal direction
- Give time to decide whether to cross
- Be extra alert in an electric vehicle
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Correct answer: Give verbal direction
The handbook says not to give a blind or visually impaired pedestrian verbal direction.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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What should you not do near a blind pedestrian?
- Wait 3-4 seconds
- Stop where pedestrians are waiting at crosswalks
- Look before turning right
- Honk
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Correct answer: Honk
The handbook says not to honk at a blind or visually impaired person.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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What should you do before turning right near a blind pedestrian?
- Turn immediately while the light is green
- Turn right and signal early
- Turn at the same speed as other traffic
- Look for any pedestrian or other traffic first
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Correct answer: Look for any pedestrian or other traffic first
The handbook says not to turn right without looking first.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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Where should you not stop when a pedestrian who is blind or visually impaired is nearby?
- At any crosswalk where pedestrians are waiting
- In the middle of a crosswalk
- Within five feet of the crosswalk
- At a crosswalk while you give the pedestrian time to decide
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Correct answer: In the middle of a crosswalk
Do not stop in the middle of a crosswalk.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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Why should you be extra alert for blind pedestrians in an electric vehicle?
- Electric vehicles can be nearly silent
- Electric vehicles are faster
- Electric vehicles have no brakes
- Electric vehicles are wide
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Correct answer: Electric vehicles can be nearly silent
Electric vehicles can be nearly silent.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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How long is a good rule of thumb to wait to give a blind pedestrian time to decide?
- 1 second
- 10 seconds
- 3-4 seconds
- 30 seconds
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Correct answer: 3-4 seconds
Waiting 3-4 seconds is a good rule of thumb.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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What tells you that a blind or visually impaired pedestrian is letting you go?
- They wave one hand toward the street
- They take a step forward into the street
- They step back and pull in their cane
- They point toward the opposite curb
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Correct answer: They step back and pull in their cane
If they take a step back and pull in their cane, they are letting you know you can go.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 67 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 67)
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Which of these is a place where the handbook says to watch especially for pedestrians?
- At stop signs, traffic signals and around transit stops
- Only on freeway ramps and at interchanges at night
- Only on roads that do not have any sidewalks
- Only inside parking garages and parking lots
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Correct answer: At stop signs, traffic signals and around transit stops
The handbook says to be particularly aware of pedestrians at intersections, and to watch for them at stop signs, traffic signals and around transit stops.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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Drivers must exercise proper caution whenever traveling within or near what?
- A parking lot or a commercial loading dock
- A rest area or an automobile service station
- A hospital emergency entrance or fire station
- A school zone or a marked or unmarked crosswalk
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Correct answer: A school zone or a marked or unmarked crosswalk
Drivers must exercise proper caution whenever traveling within or near a school zone or a marked or unmarked crosswalk.
Source: Nevada Driver's Handbook (March 2024 (DMV 700)), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)