For registration purposes, the insurance policy cannot substitute for the insurance confirmation
card as proof of automobile insurance under German law
... [Show More] and U.S. Forces regulations. (para 33e(3))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER True
License plates issued to drivers by the Registry of Motor Vehicles automatically become the driver's property. (para 33c(1)(a))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER False
The driver of a registered motor vehicle is required to observe which of the following with respect to U.S. Forces POV license plates? (paras 33c(1)(d) and 33c(2)(b))
a. License plates will not be altered.
b. The rear license plate must be illuminated.
c. License plates always must be firmly attached
with bolts and screws.
d. All of the above. - ANSWER d. All of the above.
A driver who lends his or her vehicle to a member of the U.S. Forces is required to provide the borrower with the registration certificate (AE Form 190-1A). (para 33g(2)(a))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
U.S. Forces regulations do not prohibit abandoning a privately owned vehicle (POV). (paras 33f(2) and 33h(5))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
Attaching old State license plates or signs to U.S. Forces POV plates is permitted. (para 33c(2)(e))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
The Traffic Point System applies to military personnel and civilian employees, but does not apply to Family members. (para 17)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
Persons declared ineligible for a U.S. Forces certificate of license will remain ineligible until they
successfully petition the revoking authority for reinstatement of their eligibility. (para 16a(5))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
German police are empowered to arrest U.S. personnel (including Family members and U.S. civilians serving with the U.S. Forces) when German laws are violated. (para 14)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
German police do not have the authority to require U.S. Forces drivers to pay a warning fee for minor traffic violations. (paras 9b(2) and 13c(1))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
German traffic law does not require every user of a public road or highway to conduct himself or herself so that no other user is endangered, injured, unnecessarily impeded, or inconvenienced. (para 11)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
A POV may not be rejected during mechanical inspection because of bent hoods, torn fenders, altered plates, or faulty body trimmings. (para 32b)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
Vehicles are considered unsafe if the tires have less than 1.6 millimeters of tread on any portion of the traction surface. (para 29a)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
If a vehicle is equipped with radial tires, the tires should be mounted on which of the following?
(para 29b)
a. Only on the front wheels of the POV.
b. Only on the rear wheels of the POV.
c. On all four wheels.
d. On the drive wheels of the POV. - ANSWER c. On all four wheels.
Avoidable noises such as honking horns and racing engines are prohibited by the German traffic ordinance. (para 11c)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Kilometers may be converted to miles by multiplying the kilometers by 6 and then dropping the last
digit. (para 18b)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Children under 12 years old are not allowed to sit in the front seat of a vehicle unless the rear seat is already occupied by children of that age group. (para 25c)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Drivers are not always required to indicate their intention to pass by using directional signals.
(paras 20b(5)(c) and 20c(4))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
What may cause danger to others in road traffic? (para 11d)
a. A disabled POV with warning devices not placed
at a sufficient distance.
b. Driving a POV while intoxicated.
c. Driving a POV while fatigued.
d. All of the above. - ANSWER d. All of the above.
What should be considered when choosing a safe distance from the vehicle ahead? (para 19p)
a. Condition of the highway and driving speed.
b. Average distance being used by other drivers.
c. Both of the above. - ANSWER a. Condition of the highway and driving speed.
When approaching children, drivers must try to anticipate their behavior. (para 10)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
The proper technique for driving around a curve is to slow down before the curve and accelerate toward the end of the curve. (para 18a(1))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
If the vehicle starts skidding while braking, the driver should do which of the following? (para 18a(6))
a. Downshift and take foot off gas pedal.
b. Turn the steering wheel in the direction that the
rear of the vehicle is skidding and pump the
brakes lightly.
c. Immediately apply pressure to brakes. - ANSWER b. Turn the steering wheel in the direction that the
rear of the vehicle is skidding and pump the
brakes lightly.
Fast driving often leads to accidents in which of the following situations? (para 18a(1))
a. At points where vision is restricted.
b. At pedestrian crossings.
c. At intersections and junctions.
d. All of the above. - ANSWER d. All of the above.
Drivers caught in a heavy downpour with limited visibility should pull off the road and wait for the rain to let up. (para 18a(4))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Drivers who suddenly find themselves on an icy patch of road should continue driving with no abrupt change in direction, speed, or braking. (para 18a(5)(b))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Drivers must be especially careful when passing during twilight hours; they must be alert to vehicles without lights coming from the other direction. (para 20b(8))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
When passing another vehicle, drivers must return to the right lane as soon as possible without impeding the vehicle being passed. (para 20b(5)(d))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
When approaching an intersection with directional arrows painted on the pavement, the driver will enter the appropriate lane and do which of the following? (para 20a(2))
a. Follow the direction of the arrow.
b. Change lanes in the intersection.
c. Both of the above. - ANSWER a. Follow the direction of the arrow.
A continuous, solid, white center line on the road may not be crossed or even touched by the wheels of the driver's vehicle. (para 20b(1)(a))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
When a broken white line and a solid white center line appear together, traffic on the broken-line side is permitted to pass. (para 20b(2)(b))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Directional arrows on the pavement must be followed once the driver has entered a lane that is so marked. (para 20a(2))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Unless otherwise posted, a speed limit of 100 kilometers per hour (kph) (62 miles per hour (mph)) applies to all vehicles on all highways and roads in Germany. (paras 18d, 18e, and 18f)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
Under certain circumstances, the maximum speed posted may be too fast for road and traffic conditions. (para 18i)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit within city limits is 60 kph (37 mph). (para 18d)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
How many times greater is the force of collision if the driving speed is doubled? (para 18j)
a. Twice as great.
b. Three times as great.
c. Four times as great. - ANSWER c. Four times as great.
Minimum speed limits must be obeyed according to which of the following? (para 18h)
a. Except where road or traffic conditions make
drivers drive more slowly.
b. Except when visibility or weather conditions make
drivers drive more slowly.
c. Both of the above. - ANSWER c. Both of the above.
When traveling on multilane roads with dense traffic, it is illegal for vehicles in the right lane to go faster than those in the left lane. (paras 20b(4)(b) and 20b(7))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
A slow vehicle is being followed by several other vehicles that cannot pass because of the traffic. On reaching a suitable place (such as a wide place in the roadway), the driver of the slow vehicle should pull to the right to allow the other vehicles to pass. (para 20b(11))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
What must a driver do when approaching a round blue sign with a white number 30 on it? (sign
275)
a. Stay off this road if driving a vehicle that can
move only at a speed of less than 30 kph (20
mph).
b. Not exceed 30 kph.
c. Not drive at less than 30 kph, weather conditions
and traffic permitting.
d. Both a and c above. - ANSWER d. Both a and c above.
When passing, drivers must return to the right as soon as possible without impeding the vehicle being passed. (para 20b(5)(d))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Drivers may exceed the posted speed limit while passing another vehicle. (para 20b(3))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
Drivers may not increase their speed while being passed. (para 20b(10))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Drivers may pass a streetcar on the left when the road is a one-way street. (para 20b(4)(a))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
Two-wheeled vehicles are particularly dangerous to pass and should be passed only with side clearance of at least 1.5 meters. (para 30b(1))
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
When is passing another vehicle prohibited? (para 20b(1)(c))
a. When the traffic situation is unclear.
b. When there is a broken center line.
c. When passing can be accomplished without
exceeding the speed limit. - ANSWER a. When the traffic situation is unclear.
At unmarked intersections, vehicles coming from the right have the right-of-way. (para 19b)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
In the city where no priority signs are posted, the driver on the widest street has the right-of-way.
(para 19b)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
The "right-before-left" rule applies at unmarked intersections. (para 19b)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER a. True.
A driver wants to leave a private driveway and turn right onto a public road. At the same time, a cyclist is approaching from the left. Who has to wait? (para 19c(2))
a. The cyclist.
b. The driver of the motor vehicle. - ANSWER b. The driver of the motor vehicle.
A driver who disregards the safety of others is excused legally from responsibility when he or she has the right-of-way. (paras 10 and 19m)
a. True.
b. False. - ANSWER b. False.
In what order may the vehicles proceed? (para 19)
a. 1-2-3.
b. 2-1-3.
c. 3-1-2. - ANSWER b. 2-1-3.
What does the driver of vehicle 2 have to do? (para 19)
a. Observe the right-of-way of vehicle 1.
b. Proceed without stopping.
c. Observe the right-of-way of vehicle 3. - ANSWER c. Observe the right-of-way of vehicle 3.
In what order may the vehicles proceed? (para 19)
a. 1-2-3.
b. 2-1-3.
c. 3-2-1. - ANSWER a. 1-2-3.
In what order may the vehicles proceed? (para 19)
a. 3-2-1.
b. 3-1-2.
c. 2-3-1. - ANSWER a. 3-2-1.
When a driver is traveling in the direction of the white arrow, what must the driver do when faced with oncoming traffic? (sign 308)
a. Yield the right-of-way.
b. Proceed.
c. Flash the headlights and proceed. - ANSWER b. Proceed.
Which vehicle has the right-of-way? (para 19i and sign 205)
a. Vehicle 1.
b. Vehicle 2. - ANSWER a. Vehicle 1.
Which vehicle has the right-of-way? (para 19i and sign 205)
a. Vehicle 1.
b. Vehicle 2. - ANSWER a. Vehicle 1.
Which vehicle must yield? (para 19c(1))
a. Vehicle 1.
b. Vehicle 2. - ANSWER b. Vehicle 2.
Which vehicle must wait? (para 20a(4)(d))
a. Vehicle 1.
b. Vehicle 2. - ANSWER a. Vehicle 1.
Which vehicle must wait? (para 19k)
a. Vehicles 1 and 2.
b. Vehicle 2.
c. Vehicle 3. - ANSWER c. Vehicle 3.
When may vehicle 2 turn? (para 20a(3)(d))
a. Before vehicle 1.
b. After vehicle 1. - ANSWER a. Before vehicle 1.
What must the driver of vehicle 1 do? (paras 19b and 20a(3))
a. Turn in front of vehicle 3.
b. Observe the right-of-way of vehicle 3.
c. Turn in front of vehicle 2. - ANSWER b. Observe the right-of-way of vehicle 3.
In what order may the vehicles proceed? (paras 19b and 20a(3))
a. 3-2-1.
b. 2-1-3.
c. 3-1-2. - ANSWER a. 3-2-1.
Which vehicle must wait? (para 19b)
a. Vehicle 1.
b. Vehicle 2. - ANSWER b. Vehicle 2.
When may vehicle 3 proceed? (para 19d and signs 205 and 301)
a. After vehicle 1.
b. After vehicles 1 and 2.
c. Before vehicle 2.
d. Before vehicles 1 and 2. - ANSWER b. After vehicles 1 and 2.
Which two vehicles have to wait at these junctions?
(para 19b and signs 205 and 301)
a. Vehicles 2 and 3.
b. Vehicles 1 and 3.
c. Vehicles 2 and 4. - ANSWER a. Vehicles 2 and 3.
What does the driver of vehicle 2 have to do? (para 20a(3) and signs 206 and 301)
a. Wait at a point where he or she can see along the
priority road.
b. Let vehicle 1 move ahead first.
c. Both of the above. - ANSWER c. Both of the above.
What does the driver of vehicle 3 have to do? (para 19g and sign 306)
a. Yield to vehicle 1.
b. Move on.
c. Yield to vehicle 2. - ANSWER b. Move on.
When may vehicle 1 proceed? (para 19g and signs 306
and 306 with 1002-12)
a. Before vehicle 2.
b. After vehicle 2. - ANSWER a. Before vehicle 2.
Which vehicle is the last to go? (paras 20a(3) and (4), and signs 206 and 306)
a. Vehicle 1.
b. Vehicle 2.
c. Vehicle 3. - ANSWER b. Vehicle 2.
Which vehicle has the right-of-way? (para 19b and sign 267)
a. Vehicle 1.
b. Vehicle 2. - ANSWER a. Vehicle 1.
In what order must the vehicles proceed? (paras 19f and g, and signs 306 with 1002-12 and 205 with 1002-21)
a. 2-3-1.
b. 3-1-2.
c. 2-1-3. - ANSWER c. 2-1-3.
Which vehicle has the right-of-way? (para 19g and sign 306 with 1002-12)
a. Vehicle 1.
b. Vehicle 2. - ANSWER a. Vehicle 1.
In what order may the vehicles proceed? (paras 19a and
20a(3), and signs 205 and 306)
a. 1-2-3.
b. 1-3-2.
c. 2-1-3. - ANSWER b. 1-3-2. [Show Less]