California DMV Study Set
is this car legally parked
No, you cannot park within 15ft of a fire hydrant
what does this sign mean
Road turns ahead; slow to a safe speed
what do these double arrows mean
Traffic may flow on both sides
Which of the following statements about passing a vehicle is NOT true?
You can exceed the speed limit to pass quickly.
on two-lane roads where traffic moves in opposite directions, you may pass on the left only when
a broken yellow line is in your lane
you see a lane with these markings, what kind of lane is it
a carpool or hov lane
A roundabout is a circular intersection in which vehicles travel around a center island in ____ direction
a counterclockwise
what does this sign mean
a fire station is nearby
what does this sign mean
a hairpin curve is ahead
what does this sign mean
a handicapped crossing is ahead
A driver with a standard class C California driver's license may legally operate
a housecar (RV) less than 40 feet in length, a 3-wheeled motorcycle, a vanpool vehicle designed to transport 10-15 people
this diamond-shaped sign indicates
a low ground clearance railroad crossing
this posted sign indicates
a low underpass or bridge
this posted sign is
a nighttime reflector
a california minor may have his or her driver's license canceled anytime by
a parent or legal guardian
a minor seeking a california driver's license can practice driving with
a parent with a valid driver's license, a driving instructor, a licensed driver 25 years of age or older
this guided sign indicates that
a phone service is ahead
what does this figure mean
a playground is ahead
what does this sign mean
a safe speed indication for a curve ahead to the right
what does this diamond-shaped sign indicate
a side road near tracks is ahead
this triangular sign represents
a slow-moving vehicle with limit of 25 mph
you must not pass another vehicle if you see
a solid yellow line next to your lane, a hill or curve ahead where there is no clear visibility, a school bus ahead with red flashing lights and an extended stop arm
which of the following are alternatives to liability insurance coverage under california's compulsory financial responsibility law?
a surety bond of $35,000 with a california-licensed company, a dmv-issued self-insurance certificate, a deposit of $35.000 with the dmv
The primary traveling aids for a blind person include
a white cane and a trained guide dog
in which of the following place is a u-turn permitted
across a double yellow line
the eye test for the driver's license evalutes
acuity, depth and color perception, peripheral vision
which safety precautions should you take when driving in a cone zone
allow for extra following room, minimize distractions, slow down
drive into a special turnout area to
allow vehicles to pass you
at the end of most entry ramps on a freeway, you will find _____ that allows you to increase your speed
an acceleration lane
if you find a "speed zone ahead" sign, you are approaching
an area where a lower speed limit has been estabilished
what does this sign mean
an obstacle is ahead; pass on either side
this diamond-shaped sign indicates
an overpass ahead; clearance from the roadway surface to the overpass is 13 feet 6 inches
if a law enforcement officer finds that a driver under 21 has a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05% or higher, the officer will
arrest the driver and suspend his or her license
which of the following statements about the right-of-way is incorrect
at an uncontrolled T-intersection, the vehicle on the through street must yield to the vehicle on the terminating street
if a california driver with a provisional license has been involved in 2 "at fault" collisions within the first 12 months of holding the license, he or she must
be supervised while driving for 30 days
when do you stop when you see stop sign
before the stop line, before entering the intersection, before the crosswalk
Which of the following is NOT correct
bicycles and motorcycles move slower and stop slower than expected (opposite is true)
when changing lanes, look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to make sure there is no other vehicles in
blind spots
______ pavement markings indicate parking spaces for persons with disabilities
blue
whenever you want to change lanes, you must check for traffic
both behind your vehicle and to the side
the stopping distance of your vehicle depends on which of the following factors
braking distance, reaction distance, perception distance
what does this road sign mean
cattle crossing ahead
if you are changing lanes, preparing to pass another vehicle, or entering traffic, signal and check for passing traffic by using your mirrors, then
check your vehicle's blind spots
any driver who operates a vehicle on california's roadways consents to
chemical drug and alcohol testing
if you approach an intersection at which the traffic lights are not working, you must first _____ before entering the intersection and then yield the right-of-way
come to a complete stop
on an expressway, you can avoid highway hypnosis by
constantly shifting your eyes from one part of the roadway to another
if you need to cross multiple freeway lanes, you should
cross them one at a time
proactively looking ahead, to the sides, and behind the vehicle to anticipate problems is a part of
defensive driving
when entering an expressway or freeway, you must
do so at or near the speed of traffic
the drunk driving law in the state of california is also a _____ driving law
drugged
these freeway signs are called
dynamic message signs
if you suddenly go into a skid, you should
ease your foot off the gas pedal
if it feels like your tires have lost traction on the surface of the road, you should
ease your foot off the gas pedal, keep the steering wheel straight, not stop until your tires are gripping the road again
_______ are designed to allow vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways
exit ramps
what does this sign mean
farm machinery may be crossing the road
you have parked facing up a steep hill. if you drive an automatic, you should leave your car in "park". which gear should you use with a manual?
first gear
if you double your speed on a highway, your braking distance increases by
four times
this sign is a
freeway interchange sign
it is against the law to make a left turn on a red light EXCEPT when turning
from a one-way street onto another one-way streeet
if a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his or her headlights, you should
get out of the way
this sign may be used to
guide drivers into certain traffic lanes
what is the correct hand signal for indicating a right turn?
hand and arm extended upwards
if your vehicle's turn signals fail, use ______ until you can get them repaired
hand signals
in open country at night and on dark streets, you should drive with
high-beam headlights
if a california driver with a provisional driver's license fails to address a conviction for a traffic violation
his or her license will be suspended
______ occurs on wet roads when your front tires start to ride on water instead of the road
hydroplaning
you may turn right on red light
if you stop, and no traffic, pedestrian, or sign prohibits such a turn
if you are driving on a two-lane road, it is safest to drive your vehicle _____ of your lane
in the center
on interstate highways, slow-moving vehicles must travel_______, expect when passing
in the right-handed lane
rain, snow, and ice impair your ability to see ahead, so you must ______ to be able to stop your vehicle safely
increase your following distance
if a california driver has had his or her license suspended for 10 months following multiple dui convictions, which of the following can allow that driver to regain his or her privileges
installation of an ignition interlock device (IID)
An ______ is the connection of a freeway to a road or another freeway by a series of ramps
interchange
when you approach this sign, you should
keep to the left of the divider
on one-way roads, yellow lines are used as
left-edge lines
when you come to an intersection and intend to make a move, you should follow the _____ rule before you pull out
left-right-left
this service sign indicates that
lodging is available
if a driver extends his or her left arm out horizontally, it indicates that the driver is going to
make a left turn
On a two-way roadway with a center lane, drivers from either direction can ______ from the center lane
make left turns and U-turns
a wrong way sign
means you are going against traffic
if you see this sign, you
must not park on the left of the sign
if you see two solid yellow lines on your way, it means that
no passing is permitted
are minors permitted to talk on cell phones while driving
no, except in an emergency situation
is it legal to leave a child 6 years old or younger unattended in a vehicle
no, not under any circumstances
the driver of the car passed must _________ until the pass is complete
not increase speed
This black-and-yellow sign is
object marker in the roadway
making a u-turn is illegal
on a divided highway, near a crest of a hill or in a cure, at railroad crossings
when stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least
one vehicle length
if you are convicted of driving with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.20% or higher, the court may
order to you complete an enhanced DUI treatment program, suspend your license for 10 months, require you to install an ignition interlock device (IID) on your vehicle
In California, it is illegal to use ________ that impair your ability to drive while operating a motor vehicle.
over-the-counter drugs, prescription drugs, illegal drugs
you should reduce your speed by half when the road is
packed with snow
if your vehicle is parked on a level street, in which direction should the tires point
parallel to the curb
to obtain a minors' instruction permit, a ca resident needs
parental consent
what does this flashing arrow panel mean
part of the road is closed
A double solid yellow line in the center of the road means that
pass is not allowed in either direction
On a road with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction, the left-most lane is intended to be used:
passing SLOWER vehicles
what does this image indicate
passing on the left is permitted when the way ahead is clear
the ca compulsory financial responsibility law requires all drives to have
proof of financial responsibility
if an emergency vehicle with red flashing lights or using a siren is moving in your lane, you are required to
pull over to the curb and stop
to avoid skidding, which of the following should be done before you enter a curve
reduce your speed by applying the brakes
if a ca driver is involved in an accident that results in more than $1000 of property damage, he or she must
report the accident to the california dmv
you have parked facing down a steep hill. if your car is an automatic, you should leave your car in "park". which gear should you use if your car is manual
reverse
detour sign means
road closure ahead but there is an alternate route in 1000 ft
with any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _____than the front wheels
shorter path
this sign warns the drivers that they
should not leave the pavement
which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways
single or double solid yellow lines
what is driver's intention
slow down
if you approach an intersection with a steady yellow light, you must
slow down and proceed with caution, if you cannot stop safely
the best way to take a curve is to
slow down before entering the curve
if you see a stray animal in your path, you should
slow down or stop, if it is safe
flashing yellow lights on a school bus require other drivers to
slow their vehicles and prepare to stop
Because trucks are so large, they often appear to be driving
slower than what they really are
what does this sign indicate
speed advisory at roundabout
which is the most common traffic conviction for young california drivers
speeding
when turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street, you must
start the turn with your left wheel as close as possible to the yellow dividing line
when you see an elderly person crossing an intersection, you should
stop your vehicle and yield the right-of-way
when a blind pedestrian with a white cane or a guided dog is waiting at a crosswalk, you must
stop your vehicle within 5 feet of the crosswalk
when in a roundabout, you should do allow the following EXCEPT
stopping your vehicle to turn
which of the following is against California law
storing an opened container of alcohol in a vehicle's console or glove compartment
"NEV (neighborhood electric vehicles) Use Only" lanes have vehicles
that are slow-moving and restricted to neighborhood use for nev and lsv vehicles
you are following a school bus, and its yellow lights start to flash what does this mean
the bus is preparing to stop for passengers; you must prepare to stop
which of the following can be considered a legal parking zone?
the curb or edge of a public road
This hand signal indicates that
the driver is slowing or stopping
this figure indicates
the ending of a right lane
When merging into freeway traffic, who has the right-of-way?
the freeway traffic
when turning at low speeds, when parking, or when recovering from a skid, drivers must use
the hand-over-hand steering technique
what does this regulatory sign mean
the indicated lane is for high-occupancy vehicles during specified times
what does this sign mean
the lane is reversed for certain purposes or certain vehicles
when you are turning right from a one-way street onto a two-way or divided street, always turn from
the lane nearest to the right curb
yellow pavement markings on the road indicates
the left edge of a roadway
the arrow-marked sign means
the main road curves to the left
when there are three lanes to choose from, choose the _____ lane for the safest and smoothest driving
the middle
when driving on a one-way street with three or more lanes of traffic, you must use
the outside lanes for turning and the center lanes for through travel
this diamond shaped sign means that
the road ahead has a bump
some streets and highways have diagonal yellow lines, this indicates that
the road is narrowing or there is an obstruction on the roadway
when passing a truck or commercial motor vehicle, the passing automobile driver must watch for
the side, rear, and front no-zones
at an intersection, a steady yellow arrow pointing left indicates to the driver that
the signal is about to change to a green or red light or to a red arrow
in a skid, your most important vehicle control device is
the steering wheel
if you were parked on the side of the road and are now reentering traffic
the traffic on the road has the right of way
a triangular orange sign on the back of a slow-moving vehicle indicates that
the vehicle cannot travel faster than 25 mph
when two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass, which vehicle has the right of way?
the vehicle traveling uphill
how will you know it is safe to merge back in front of a vehicle you have just passed
the vehicle's headlights are visible in your rear-view mirror
what does this sign mean
the yellow advisory sign recommends that drivers do not exceed 35 mph here, it is recommended speed limit
what does this sign mean
there is a 270 degree turn ahead
what does this sign mean
there is a low place in the road
in which of these situations is it appropriate to use your horn
to make eye contact with another driver
a signed note may allow a california driver with a provisional license to drive during restricted hours
to meet employment requirements, for school-authorized activity, for medical treatement
you should never back your vehicle in any travel lane except
to parallel park or exit a driveway
flag persons are often located on highways and in work zones
to stop, slow, or guide traffic safely through construction areas
left-right-left rule: when arriving at an intersection, you should first look ____ because __________
to the left; vehicles coming from the left are closer to you
a double solid white line marks the edge of a traffic lane where
travel in the same direction is permitted on both sides of the line, but crossing the line is prohibited
you approach an intersection with a set of traffic signals. the signals are blank, what should you do
treat the intersection as if there were stop signs in all directions
this sign indicates
trucks entering a highway
If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also __________________.
turn on your headlights
if you start to skid
turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid, ease off the gas pedal, stop braking
this regulatory sign indicates
two-way left turn lanes
if you are approaching a stop sign accompanied by this sign, it means that
vehicles from all 4 directions approaching the intersection must stop
what do these pavement markings mean
vehicles traveling in both directions can make left turns
while driving up a mountain road, you meet another vehicle and there is not enough room for you to pass, what should you do
wait for the other vehicle to reverse back up the hill until there is room for you to pass, you have the right of way
______ are diamond-shaped, with black lettering or symbols on a yellow background
warning signs
passing on the right is not permitted
when driving in a lane set aside for left turns
On two-lane highways, you are allowed to pass
when there is a dashed yellow line on your side of the center dividing line
When is one-handed steering best used?
when you are backing up without much turning
you may not pass another vehicle excpet
when your lane is separated by a broken yellow line
if your vehicle breaks down and you cannot get it completely off the road, where should you stop
where your vehicle can be seen from behind
in which of these situations should you leave extra space between your vehicle and the one in front of you
while you are following large vehicles, while you are driving on slippery roads, when the driver behind you wants to pass
A California provisional driver's license allows young residents to drive
without an accompany drivers
may you park beside a white curb
yes, but only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers or mail
You arrive at a crossroads. You want to turn left and you have a green arrow. Can you proceed?
yes, you can turn left, since this is a "protected" turn where no other cars can enter the intersection
if you are on a single- or two-lane road and come to an intersection with a divided highway or a roadway with three or more lanes, you must
yield the right-of-way to other traffic
when preparing to turn left at an intersection, you see on oncoming vehicle, you should
yield the right-of-way to the oncoming vehicle (cars going straight have the right of way)
You are turning left into a driveway. What must you do before you proceed?
yield to pedestrians and traffic
when you approach an intersection with a through road but without stop signs or yield signs, you must
yield to traffic and pedestrians on the through road
you may drive in a designated carpool lane if
you are driving a motorcycle (unless otherwise posted), you have the minimum number of people required for that lane, or you drive a low-emission vehicle with a DMV-issued decal.
what does this image mean
you are permitted to proceed through this lane
when driving on gravel or dirt, you must slow down becuase
you do not have much traction
a two-head arrow with one head pointing straight ahead and the other pointing to the left means that
you may either proceed straight ahead or turn left
when a highway is divided into two roadways by a median or barrier
you must not drive across the median or barrier except where there is an approved crossover
a steady red arrow means
you must stop and you cannot turn in the direction of the arrow
You arrive at a railway crossing. The crossing has flashing red lights and a signal bell. You can see that a train is approaching. Which of the following is true?
you must stop at least 15 feet away from the tracks
what is true about seat belts
you must wear a seat belt while driving, passengers can also be cited for not wearing their seat belts, every passenger must wear a seat belt or suitable child restraint
this route marker sign indicates
you should make a right turn to enter route 47 north
you are traveling along the right lane of a four-lane highway. you see an emergency vehicle pulled over ahead with its light flashing
you should slow down and merge into another lane
if you are a California driver under the age of 21 and you receive your first DUI conviction, your driving privilege will be revoked for 1 year, and
you will be required to complete a DUI program
if a california driver is caught smoking inside a vehicle with a minor as a passenger, he or she can be fined up to
$100
a ca driver under the age of 21 who is caught with alcohol beverages in his or her vehicle may be fined up to
$1000
In California, the fine for littering is _______. You may also be required to____________.
$1000, pick up what you littered
If someone is seriously injured in a police pursuit of a fleeing driver, the driver will be fined at least
$2000
what is the minimum property damage coverage requirement for an auto insurance policy on a california vehicle
$5000
if a driver is under dui probation, what is the maximum legal blood alcohol concentration that he or she may exhibit while operating a vehicle
0..01%
If a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS) test of an underage California driver reveals a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of _______ or higher, the officer may require the driver to take a second test.
0.05%
If you are a California resident between the ages of 13 and 21 and you are convicted of consuming alcohol, your driver's license will be suspended (or your eligibility to apply for one will be delayed) for ____ year(s).
1
a standard class c california driver's license allows a driver to tow up to ____ vehicles
1
If you injure another person as a result of driving under the influence, your driving privileges will be suspended for
1 year
a ca driver under the age of 21 who is found to have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.01% or higher will have his or her license suspended for
1 year
if a california driver's first DUI conviction is for a BAC of 0.20% or higher, his or her license will be suspended for _____ months
10
in ca, a dui conviction will remain on a driver's driving record for __ years
10
to avoid last-minute moves, look down the road
10-15 seconds
for the first 12 months of holding a provisional driver's license, a ca driver may not operate a vehicle between the hours of
11pm and 5 am
in california, what is the age range for obtaining a minor's instruction permit
15.5 to 17.5
what is the minimum age requirement for a minors' drivers license in the state of ca
16
in ca, a minor under the age of ___may not work at a job that requires him or her to drive for pay
18
what is california's minimum age requirement for an adult driver's license
18
while driving in a center left-turn lane, you may only drive for __ feet
200 feet
a california driver who holds a minor's instruction permit must have a licensed driver ____ years of age or older in the vehicle at all times
25
an average 140-pound woman will become legally intoxicated after consuming ____ alcoholic drinks, and average 180-pound man will become legally intoxicated after consuming __ alcoholic drinks
2;3
when passing a bicyclist in a travel lane, you must ensure there is enough width for the cyclist, the amount of space required is
3 feet
if a ca driver loans his or her vehicle to an unlicensed driver, whether knowingly or unintentionally, it may be impounded for ___ days
30
If a CA driver under the age of 21 is caught with alcohol inside his or her vehicle, the state of California may impound the vehicle for up to
30 days
You must not follow within ____ feet of any emergency vehicle with a siren or flashing lights.
300 feet
under california's negligent operator treatment systems (NOTS), you will lose your driver's license if you earn _____ points in 12 months
4
At 55 mph, in good conditions, your vehicle will travel about _____ feed in the time that it takes you to react to an object in your path and bring your vehicle to a complete stop
400 feet
Two or more DUI convictions in the state of California may result in up to ___ years of license revocation.
5
when preparing to exit the freeway, you should signal for at least _____ seconds before reaching the exit
5 seconds
almost _____% of ca drivers between the ages of 15 and 19 are convicted of a traffic violation in their first year behind the wheel
50
when approaching a school zone while children are outside, you must drive no faster than 25 mph if you are within ________ feet of the school
500-1000
how long will a provisional driver's license be suspended after three or more "at fault" collisions or convictions within a 12-month period in the state of california
6 month
if you are an adult driver, your for first DUI conviction, your driver's license will be suspended for at least
6 months
you must not park within ____ feet of a railroad track
7.5 feet
