Online Practise Test

True or False: Anyone under 18 years of age are prohibited from using an electronic wireless device to read, write or send text messages while driving?

True, even if they have a handsfree device

What is the best advice for driving when heavy fog or dust occurs?

Try not to drive until the conditions improve

Which of the following statements about driving slow in the far left (fast) lane on the highway is true?

Can result in a traffic violation Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry It is dangerous and could result in rear-end collisions

When does a pedestrian with a white cane have the right of way?

At all times

Must you always drive at the speed limit?

Both: No, sometimes road conditions require you to drive slower than the posted limit No, the speed limit just indicates how fast you're allowed to drive under favorable road conditions

What does a curb painted YELLOW mean?

Both: Stopping to pick up or drop off passengers only Drivers of noncommercial vehicle must stay with their vehicle

True or false: Driving too slowly can be as dangerous as driving too fast

Both: True, driving too slowly is against the law and you can be issued a ticket True, going too slow is just as dangerous as speeding

What does a solid line with a broken line mean?

Both: Vehicles on the side with the solid line are not allowed to pass or change lanes Vehicles on the side with the broken line may pass or change lanes when safe to do so

Which parts of the road are more likely to freeze first when sleet, freezing rain or snow begin to fall?

Bridges, ramps, and overpasses

Which class of license—A, B, C, or D—is intended for a basic non-commercial driver license?

C

In which of the following situations is it OK to leave children aged six or younger in an unattended car on a hot day?

None of the above

When can you drive off the main roadway to pass another vehicle?

None of the above (it is illegal to do so under any circumstances)

When are you allowed to drive around a railroad crossing when the gates are lowered?

None of the above (never?)

When are you allowed to park in a handicap parking space?

None of these: If your passenger is handicapped If someone is left with the car If you will be away from the vehicle for 30-minutes or less If you require the use of crutches or a wheelchair

What should you do when traveling on a divided highway with two or more lanes in each direction if you see a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing on the other side of a safety island or raised median?

Nothing, you do not need to stop

When two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither can pass, who has the right of way?

The car facing downhill must yield by backing up until the other vehicle can pass

When two cars from opposite directions approach an intersection, one turning left and the other going straight, which of the following statements is correct?

The car turning left must yield

Who has the right of way at a "T" intersection without a stop or yield sign?

The cars already on the through road

At what blood alcohol content (BAC) is it illegal for a person 21 years old or older to drive?

.08

What should you do if you start to hydroplane?

Ease your foot off the gas

How long after becoming a California resident are you required to get a state driver's license?

10 days

How far ahead should you be looking for potential problems or trouble spots when driving?

10 to 15 seconds

The speed limit at an uncontrolled railroad crossing is:

15 mph

The speed limit at uncontrolled railroad crossings is:

15 mph

The speed limit in any alley is:

15 mph

Effective January 1, 2017 in CA, children up to what age must be in a rear-facing car seat?

2 years of age

If not posted, what is the maximum speed limit on a two-lane undivided highway?

55 mph

What is the maximum speed limit on most California highways?

65 mph

You are being chased by a police vehicle with its lights and sirens going but you ignore the warning and speed away. What are you guilty of?

A misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for not more than one year

Checking your rear view mirrors while driving is considered:

A safe driving tactic

Which child requires a passenger restraint system?

A seven-year-old that is 4 feet 8 inches tall

What is "scanning"?

A way of checking all around you to be aware of your surroundings

In which of the following areas is parking not allowed?

Any of these: Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant At a red curb In front of a driveway On a bridge, overpass or tunnel

What should you do when you park your vehicle at a curb on a level two-way street before getting out?

All of these: Make sure you're parked within 18" of the curb Make sure wheels are parallel Look for cars/bicycles on the traffic side Set the parking brake

Which of the following is an example of a legal U-turn?

All of these: On a highway where there is a paved opening for a turn In a residential area if there is no approaching traffic At an intersection when there is a green light or arrow

When should you use your headlights when driving?

All: Anytime you have trouble seeing other cars When weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers On country or mountain roads to help other drivers see you To get another driver's attention

When can you pass a streetcar or trolley?

All: At an intersection where traffic is controlled by a traffic signal At an intersection where traffic is controlled by a police officer When the streetcar or trolley is stopped at a safety zone

What must you do if you are involved in an accident?

All: Call 911 if anyone is hurt Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane Provide contact, vehicle and insurance information Stop and see if anyone is injured

When can you turn right at a red light?

All: If there is no sign prohibiting it After you come to a complete stop and check for traffic in both directions If there are no pedestrians in the roadway

What should you do when signaled to stop by a law enforcement officer?

All: Keep your hands in clear view Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road Turn on your right turn signal

What rules should you always keep in mind when sharing the road with light rail vehicles?

All: Light rail vehicles move more quickly than freight trains Do not go around or under any lowered gate Never turn in front of an approaching light rail vehicle Do not go across the tracks until you can see clearly in both directions

What should you do if a vehicle is following too closely behind you (tailgating)?

All: Pull off the road to let them pass Slow down so they'll pass you Change lanes if possible

What is the penalty for being convicted of driving under the influence (DUI)?

All: Required to install an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) for a specified period of time to reinstate driving privileges Required to complete a DUI program Six month suspension of your driver's license

What is the correct way to make a lane change?

All: Signal Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move Check the rear view mirrors Check the side view mirrors

What rules of the road should you follow when driving in construction zones (Cone Zones)?

All: Slow down Allow extra following room Do not use hands-free cell phones Merge early

You are driving in the far right lane of a four-lane freeway and notice thick broken white lines on the left side of your lane. You are driving in:

An exit lane

When seated, where are you safest when driving a vehicle with air bags?

At least 10" away from the steering wheel

At what distance should you signal before making a left or right turn?

At least 100 ft

When parking on a hill with a curb facing downhill, in what direction should the wheels of your vehicle be facing?

Away from the curb

Which of the following drivers are breaking the law? Select all that are violating the law.

Both: A driver holding the cell phone to text a message to a friend while parking the car. A driver holding a cell phone and speaking on the device through a blue-tooth handset while driving on a freeway.

True or false: Driving along the right-rear side of another vehicle is a good defensive driving technique

Both: False, it does not give you or the other driver room to maneuver in case of a potential hazard False, it is dangerous because you're probably in one of the driver's blind spots

What should you do to control a vehicle in a skid?

Both: Keep your foot off the brake Slowly reduce speed and turn in direction of the skid

Which of the following statements about weaving in and out of heavy traffic on the highway is correct?

Causes more traffic congestion by slowing down other vehicles

You are driving slowly in the fast lane of a freeway and there is traffic behind you in your lane. The driver behind you wishes to drive faster. You should:

Change lanes to the right when safe to do so

What is the correct way to enter or merge into traffic on the highway?

Check all the mirrors and turn your head to check your blind spot

What should you do if you are taking medications (prescription or over the counter) while driving?

Check label for warnings about effects and ask doctor or pharmacist about side effects if you are unsure

What is the proper technique to change lanes?

Check mirrors, over your shoulder, signal.

In California, children under what age or weight require a child passenger restraint system?

Children under eight years old or under 4 feet nine inches tall must wear a child passenger restraint system

Which children are exempt from the new rule that children under 2 years of age must ride in a rear-facing car seat?

Children weighing more than 40 pounds or standing 40 or more inches tall are exempt.

You can be fined up to $1,000 and jailed for six months if you are:

Cited for dumping or abandoning an animal on a highway

What is the No-Zone?

Danger areas around trucks and buses where crashes are more likely to occur

True or False: You do not have to obey a police officer's signal if it contradicts a traffic signal

False, you must obey the police officer even when they go against the signals

What should you do when approaching an exit ramp?

Do not slow down until you have moved into the exit ramp.

What should you do if there is a red arrow shown pointing to the right with a red traffic light?

Do not turn right until the light and arrow turn green

Who is required to wear seat belts?

Driver and all passengers, regardless of airbag situation.

What should you do when a school bus is stopped and flashing its red lights?

Drivers approaching from both directions must stop

You can be fined up to $1,000 and jailed for six months if you are cited for:

Dumping or abandoning an animal on the highway

What should you do during an acceleration skid when the wheels lose traction on the road surface?

Ease off the gas pedal and straighten the front wheel.

When are you allowed to make a left turn at a red light?

From a one-way street to another

When are large trucks most likely to lose speed and cause a hazard?

Going up long or steep hills

If you are driving 55 mph on a two-lane highway, one lane in each direction, and want to pass the car ahead of you, what should you do in order to pass safely?

Have a large enough gap between you and the other vehicle

What is the hand signal for a left turn?

Put left hand and arm straight out, keeping hand and arm still

In California, anyone who drives a motor vehicle has consented to take a chemical test for the alcohol content of their blood, breath or urine (in certain cases) in which of the following situations?

If asked by law enforcement

If you drive 55 mph in a 55 mph zone, you can be given a speeding ticket:

If road or weather conditions require a slower speed

You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street:

If traffic on the street is moving to the left

When are you required to show proof of insurance to a law enforcement officer?

If you are involved in an accident or stopped for a citation.

When are you required to notify law enforcement and make a written report to DMV?

If you are involved in an accident that results in injury or death

Under which scenario is it LEGAL for you to use an "electronic wireless communication device" while driving to talk, text or email? (e.g. cell phone or ipad)

If you are over 18 and using a voice operated, hands free system

A person may legally ride in the back of a pick up when:

In secured seats and using approved safety belts

You are driving on a divided street with multiple lanes in your direction. If you need to make a U-turn, where should you start?

In the left lane

Which of the following statements is true about following distance when the road is wet from a heavy rain?

Increase the following distance to at least four-seconds between your vehicle and the car ahead

You may drive in a bike lane:

No more than 200 feet before making a right turn

What does a curb painted RED mean?

No stopping, standing, or parking

What is the hand signal for a right turn?

Put left hand and arm up at a right angle, keeping your hand and arm still.

A police officer is signaling you to drive to the edge of the roadway. You decide to ignore the officer's warning and flee the scene. You are guilty of a misdemeanor and can be punished by being:

Jailed in the county jail for not more than one year

What is the first thing impaired in a driver who has been drinking alcohol?

Judgement

What does a curb painted WHITE mean?

Just long enough to drop off or get mail?

What does a diamond-shaped symbol in a lane indicate?

Lane reserved for high occupancy vehicles (HOV) only

If your cell phone rings while you are driving and you do not have a hands-free device, what should you do as a responsible driver?

Let the call go to voice mail

What should you do to avoid being blinded by the glare of approaching headlights?

Look at the right edge of the highway until the lights are gone

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:

Look to the sides of your vehicle

When can you turn right against a red arrow?

Never

You may not stop a passenger vehicle at any time:

Next to a curb painted red

In the state of CA, can a 17 year old driver use a hands free device to talk on the phone?

No

What is the "three-second rule"?

The amount of time you should allow between you and another vehicle for safety

How many drinks does it take to impair your driving?

One

Your wheels should be pointed straight ahead unless you are:

Parked on a hill or sloping driveway

What does a curb painted GREEN mean?

Parking for a limited time

Which of the following statements about pedestrians crossing at intersections without traffic signals is correct?

Pedestrians have the right of way at marked and unmarked crosswalks

What should you do if you can't see the road ahead when driving in heavy fog and your windshield wipers aren't working?

Pull off the road and wait until visibility improves

When an emergency vehicle approaches from in front or behind you, what should you do?

Pull over to the right and stop

If "any vehicle," meaning either an automobile or a bicycle, is driving and 5 or more cars are stuck behind the slower vehicle in a non-passable situation, what must the slower driver do or risk receiving a ticket?

Pull over to the side of the road to let the cars pass

A pedestrian who is blind or visually impaired uses traffic sounds before deciding to cross the street. If you see a pedestrian with a guide dog or white cane waiting to cross at a corner, you should:

Pull up to the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine

What is the hand signal for stop or slow down?

Put left hand and arm down, keeping your hand and arm still

What is the "Three Feet for Safety" Act?

Requires a motor vehicle passing a cyclist to pass with no less than 3 feet of space between the vehicle and any part of the bicycle

What do orange-colored signs warn you of?

Road workers or road equipment ahead

When entering or merging with highway traffic, should you enter at the same speed, a slower speed, or faster than the traffic that is moving?

Same speed

What does a yellow, five-sided shaped sign indicate?

School zone

You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:

Sell or transfer your vehicle

You must notify the DMV within five days in which of the following circumstances?

Sell or transfer your vehicle

When entering a designated turn lane to make a left turn at an intersection, what should you do?

Signal before the intersection

What is the correct way to navigate through a curve?

Slow before you enter the curve so you don't have to brake in the curve

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Slow down and proceed with caution

What can you do to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces?

Slow down before entering curves and intersections

If there is a vehicle stopped on the shoulder with hazard lights on, what should you do?

Slow down before passing carefully

What should you do if you want to pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when an oncoming car is approaching?

Slow down, let the car pass, then pass the bicyclist

Which of the following statements about smoking inside a vehicle is true?

Smoking inside a vehicle with a person younger than 18 years old is illegal at all times

You are approaching an intersection at the posted speed limit when the signal light turns yellow. You should:

Stop before entering the intersection, if you can do so safely

You are approaching an intersection. The traffic signal light is flashing red. What should you do?

Stop before entering, then proceed when it is safe.

What should you do if you approach an intersection with a traffic signal that is not working or malfunctioning?

Stop, treat it as an all-way stop

If the wheels of your vehicle lock and you start to skid, what should you do?

Take your foot off the brake

What does a flashing red light mean?

The same as a stop sign

Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if:

They are properly secured

What does the law say about motorcyclists and bicyclists on roadways?

They must obey the same traffic laws as cars They are considered the same as motor vehicles

Which of the following is true about vehicles displaying a diamond-shaped sign (indicating a hazardous load)?

They must stop before crossing railroad tracks

Why do drivers of large trucks travel with a lot of space in front of their vehicle?

To provide extra stopping distance

When should you flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers?

To warn other drivers of an accident ahead

Who has the right of way when approaching a roundabout?

Traffic already in the roundabout

What do yellow lines on the roadway indicate?

Traffic moving in opposite directions on a two-way road

Effective January 1, 2016, a person is no longer allowed to wear earbuds or headsets while driving a vehicle or a bicycle. True or False?

True

Effective January 1, 2017, motorists can no longer hold a cell phone in their hand. Instead, the device must be mounted in the 7-inch square in the lower corner of the windshield farthest removed from the driver or in a 5-inch square in the lower corner of the windshield of the driver. True or False?

True

In California, lane splitting, defined as driving a motorcycle, which has two wheels on the ground, between rows of stopped or moving vehicles in the same lane, is a legal practice. True or False?

True

If you are driving on a road with only one lane in your direction and many cars are pulling out to pass you, what should you do?

Use a turnout area so the other vehicles can pass you

Should you use your high-beams or low-beams when driving in foggy conditions?

Use low beams, they won't cause glare or reflection that could impair visibility

When parking your vehicle on ANY hill:

Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in gear or "park"

What is the preferred way to check if your vehicle has a blind spot?

Use your rearview mirrors

What does a double solid line mean?

Vehicles can cross the lines to turn left to enter or leave the highway only Vehicles on both sides are not allowed to pass or change lane

What should you do if a pedestrian starts to cross the road after the "Don't Walk" signal begins to flash?

Wait until the pedestrian is safely across the street before proceeding

When are accidents more likely to occur?

When a vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic

When are road surfaces the most slippery?

When it first starts to rain or snow

When should you yield your legal right of way?

When necessary to prevent accidents

In which of the following situations should you not pass another vehicle?

When someone is likely to enter the lane?

When can you pass a vehicle on the right?

When the driver ahead is turning left and on a highway with two or more lanes traveling in your direction.

How can you tell when is it safe to return to the right lane after passing a vehicle on the left?

When you can see the headlights of the car you just passed in your rearview mirror

If you are in a motor vehicle collision and the damage is $1,000 or more, you must notify the DMV within how many days of the accident to avoid license suspension?

Within 10 days

How soon after being involved in an accident in which someone is killed or injured are you required to make a written report to the police of CHP?

Within 24 hours

Can emotions like anger or depression affect your driving?

Yes, emotions can have a great affect on your driving

What should you do if two cars approach a multi-way stop or stop intersection at the same time?

Yield to the vehicle on the right

What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights?

You can never turn against a red arrow, even if you stop first

If you are caught driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at or above the legal limit:

You may be fined by the court

Which of the following are acceptable when asked to show proof of "financial responsibility" (i.e. registration) by law enforcement?

You may show a paper or electronic version using your mobile of financial responsibility

Which of the following statements is true about use of your turn signals?

You must always signal a lane change and a left or right turn

You should allow more space in front of your vehicle when following large trucks because:

You need the extra room to see around the truck

What is the penalty for lending your vehicle to a driver who doesn't have a license?

Your vehicle may be impounded for 30 days.