Will you be penalized for stopping halfway during a U-turn in Subject 3?
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Stopping halfway during a U-turn in Subject 3 will result in penalties. Here are specific details about Subject 3: 1. Introduction: Subject 3 is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment, referred to as the road driving skills and safe civilized driving knowledge test. 2. Content: The road driving skills test generally includes: vehicle preparation, light simulation test, starting, driving straight, gear shifting operations, lane changing, pulling over, driving straight through intersections, turning at intersections, meeting vehicles, overtaking, U-turns, night driving, etc. The test content varies for different types of vehicles. 3. Test content: Safe civilized driving operation requirements, safe driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions, and post-accident handling knowledge, etc.
I've taught many people to get their driver's license before. Stopping halfway during a U-turn in Subject 3 usually results in points deduction because the test requires the maneuver to be completed in one smooth motion. Stopping midway may be considered as discontinuous operation or improper parking, and a deduction of around 10 points is quite common. The test is designed to simulate real road conditions, and stopping halfway can disrupt traffic flow. It may also lead to additional deductions due to positional deviations, such as wheels crossing the line. During practice, I emphasize slowing down and observing before making a U-turn, ensuring the surroundings are safe, and then completing the turn continuously to avoid sudden interruptions. The most common mistake beginners make is being too anxious—stopping when there's too much traffic. This requires more practice on simulated road sections to improve driving rhythm.
I had a similar experience during my driving test for Subject 3. The instructor directly warned me that stopping during a U-turn would result in points deduction. At that time, I stopped the car and was penalized by the examiner because it disrupted the continuity. The test manual clearly lists point deductions for unnecessary stops or interrupted actions, with U-turns being one of the key assessment items. Later, I learned to maintain a low speed without releasing the throttle, carefully observing the intersection and completing the turn in one smooth motion. My suggestion is to focus on balancing speed and steering control during practice, avoiding unnecessary stops for minor issues, which can help prevent such problems from affecting your test score.
From the perspective of exam safety, stopping halfway during a U-turn definitely carries a risk of point deduction, as this behavior reflects unsafe driving habits. The third driving test evaluates your ability to operate smoothly, and stopping may cause traffic conflicts or potential accidents, so the examiner will prioritize judging whether to deduct points. In real road conditions, stopping midway can easily lead to rear-end collisions or traffic congestion, so it's crucial to develop the habit of observing first and completing the U-turn continuously during practice. Don't underestimate the 10-point deduction—it could determine whether you pass or fail. Safe driving starts from the basics.
