USAREUR Practice Exam

Which scenario is not permitted for using a horn within city limits?

1. To alert a pedestrian of your presence

2. To signal other vehicles to merge

3. To warn of an accident

4. To express frustration

The correct answer is: To express frustration

Using a vehicle horn within city limits is generally regulated to ensure safety and minimize noise pollution. While there can be specific allowances for sounding your horn in certain situations, one of the key restrictions is the inappropriate use of the horn to express emotions, such as frustration. This use does not contribute to traffic safety or communication and can escalate tensions on the road. In contrast, alerting a pedestrian of your presence is a necessary safety measure, particularly in preventing accidents. Signaling other vehicles to merge can help with smooth traffic flow, especially in congested urban environments. Warnings about impending accidents are crucial for keeping all road users safe. Therefore, those mentioned scenarios are considered acceptable uses of the horn, while expressing frustration is not only unnecessary but also potentially disruptive, making it impermissible within city limits.