“U-turn”

Question 1

What is a U-turn?

Answer 1

Any turn you make to proceed in the opposite direction.

Question 2

Do not try to make a U-turn on a highway. If necessary use a …

Answer 2

Use a parking lot, driveway, or other area, and, if possible enter the roadway as you move forward, not backing up.

Question 3

You can only make a U-turn from the …

Answer 3

Left portion of the lane nearest to the centerline of the roadway. Never from the right lane.

Question 4

Unless a sign tells you otherwise, you can maek a U-turn when …

Answer 4

When you get permission from a green arrow left turn traffic signal.

Question 5

You can not make a U-turn near …

Answer 5

The top of a hill, a curve or any other location where other drivers can not see your vehicle from 500 feet (150 m) in away in either direction.

Question 6

U-turns are illegal …

Answer 6

In the business districts of New York City and where No U-TURN signals are provided. You can never make a U-turn on a limited express highway and in school zones.

Question 7

A three point turn:

Answer 7

1. Signal with your right turn signal, pull over to your right and stop. Signal with your left turn signal, check carefully for traffic in all directions.
2. Turn left, go across the road so you come to a stop while you face the left curb of the edge of the road.
3. Look for traffic again. Turn your wheel all the way to the right as possible, then look behind you as you back up. Stop before you reach the right curb (any obstacle) or edge of the road.
4. Stop, check again for traffic, then turn your steering wheel all the way to the left and pull forward when safe.