aaa driving test
Vehicles use the greatest amount of fuel when _____________.
accelerating
an effective control device that is the least used in emergency situations is the:
accelerator
when purchasing a vehicle you should consider:
an extended warranty, crash history, and mileage
When you are towing a trailer with good traction and visibility your following distance should be:
approximately 5-6 seconds
If a CA driver with a provisional license is involved in two "at fault" collisions within the first twelve months of holding the license, he or she must:
be supervised while driving for 30 days
When turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street, you must:
begin your turn with your left wheel as close as possible to the yellow dividing line
When your vehicle's engine is checked and maintained as recommended in its owner's manual you may expect to:
better gas mileage, reduced pollution, reduced likelihood of expensive repairs
when you park and leave a manual shift vehicle, it is best to set the parking brake and shift to:
both reverse and neutral are correct
On two-lane roads where traffic moves in opposite directions, you may pass on the left only when:
broken yellow line is in your lane
High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV) lanes are reserved for:
carpools and vehicles with more than one person
what's the best procedure for making a lane change to the right?
check all sides for a safe gap in traffic, signal right, re-check blind areas to the rear in the direction you plan to move, steer into the lane when safe then cancel the signal
Upon an underage California driver's first DUI conviction, in addition to their driving privilege being revoked for 1 year, he or she:
complete DUI program
orange signs
construction zones
You have greater directional control (steering capabilities) when you are:
controlled braking
In a roundabout, a driver must drive in:
counter-clockwise direction
If a California driver is caught smoking inside a vehicle with a minor as a passenger, he or she could be fined up to ____________.
$100
If you litter on the roadside, you are subjected to a fine of:
$1000
The minimum fine for a fleeing from police conviction that results in personal injury is __________.
$2000
What is the minimum property damage coverage requirement for the mandatory auto insurance policy all California vehicles must have? $5,000.00
$5000
An accident must be reported if a person is injured, killed, or if ________ or more in property damage is suspected.
$750
Most states have blood-alcohol concentration limits of __________ percent for drivers under age 21.
.00-.02
If a driver is under DUI probation, what is the maximum BAC level he or she may exhibit while operating a vehicle?
0.01%
If a preliminary BAC test of an underage CA driver exhibits a BAC level at or above __________, the officer may request a second test.
0.05%
Which of the following minimum BAC level will give California authorities the legal right to arrest an underage driver?
0.05%
Class "C" standard California driver's licenses allow drivers to tow up to ___ vehicle(s).
1
A California driver who is under the age of twenty-one and who is found to have a 0.01% BAC level or higher will have his or her license suspended for:
1 year
If another individual is injured as a result of a DUI conviction, a California court will issue a ______ suspension.
1 year
A DUI conviction will remain on a California driving record for ________ years.
10
If a California driver's first DUI conviction is accompanied by a BAC level at or above 0.2%, his or her license will be suspended for ______ months.
10
For the first twelve months of holding a provisional driver's license, a California driver may not operate a vehicle between the hours of:
11pm & 5am
to allow enough distance to stop in response to threatening objects or conditions, you should identify a planned path of travel ____ seconds ahead.
12-15
In California, minors under the age of ___________ may not work at a job that requires them to drive for pay. 18
18
What is the minimum age requirement for an adults' driving permit in the state of California?
18
A California driver who holds a provisional driver's license must be supervised while driving after involvement in ______ accident(-s).
2
to operate a vehicle smoothly and safely you should direct your attention ahead:
20 to 30 seconds
you will have ample time and space to make a decision and control your vehicle if you maintain a visual lead of:
20 to 30 seconds
California drivers who hold a minors' instruction permit must have a licensed driver over the age of ____ in the vehicle at all times.
25
Which of the following may a California driver with a regular class "C" driver's license legally operate?
3 wheeled motorcycle, a vanpool designed to transport 10-15 people, & a house car (RV) less than 40 feet in length
If a California driver loans his or her vehicle to an unlicensed driver, whether knowingly or unintentionally, it may be impounded for ____ days.
30
You must use your headlights __________ after sunset.
30 minutes
Two or more DUI convictions in the state of California may result in up to ___ years of license revocation.
4
if a vehicle's speed doubles from 20 mph to 40 mph, the distance needed to stop the vehicle increases by ____ times
4
novice drivers account for ______ times more crashes than drivers with 5 additional years of experience
4
Overall risk of a collision while using a cell phone increases by ____ percent.
400
When you are a new driver and practicing turning right or left with good traction and normal conditions, your speed should not exceed:
5-15mph
Almost _____% of California drivers between the ages of 15-19 are convicted of a traffic violation within their first year behind the wheel.
50%
when planning a long trip, drivers should avoid driving more than ______ miles per day
500
The maximum speed limit for vehicles towing trailers is __________ on a two-lane undivided highway.
55mph
How long will a provisional driver's license be suspended after three or more "at fault" collisions or convictions within a twelve month period in the state of California?
6 months
What is the minimum driver's license suspension a California court will issue upon a driver's first DUI conviction?
6 months
When loading a trailer you should put about:
60 percent of the weight to the front half of the trailer.
driving error contributes to:
90% of all traffic crashes
You should turn your turn signal on:
As soon as possible without creating confusion.
While ensuring that your tires are properly inflated during a pre-drive check, you should also check:
Both To ensure all tire stem covers are firmly attached and the direction which your tires are pointed are correct.
Circadian rhythm will:
Cause you to be less alert, even drowsy between one and five pm.
As you approach your vehicle and perform checks it is not necessary to always:
Check the spare tire for proper inflation
You are driving between two parked vehicles, with a minimum amount of space available, you should position your vehicle:
Closer to the left vehicle.
These systems help prevent loss of traction by a vehicle's tires.
Electronic stability control systems
The first step to ensure the path behind the vehicle is clear prior to backing is:
If possible, check behind your vehicle before entering the vehicle.
As your vehicles moves closer to an object you will be required to:
Increase your steering input to avoid hitting it
what does alcohol affect?
Judgment first so you have difficulty deciding how much or if you should continue to drink.
Emotional responses are:
Learned and can be changed.
where is a "no passing" sign placed?
Placed on the left side of the road at the beginning of the no passing zone.
Alcohol affects your behavior as soon as it:
Reaches your brain.
When you are driving and encounter heavy fog you should:
Reduce your speed and make sure your low beam headlights or daytime running lights are on.
On a vehicle with a manual transmission, a frequent mistake is:
Shifting into a higher gear at too low a speed.
When your mirrors are properly adjusted, which of the following is True?
The rear view mirror will be adjusted allowing you to see as much of the rear window as possible.
Which of the following is not one of the three major highway conditions that require you to adjust speed?
Time.
To check your blind areas, you should:
Turn your head and check over your shoulder in the direction of the blind spot.
what should you give attention to when selecting a path of travel?
Visibility, space, traffic flow, traction and laws.
Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart indicate:
a barrier
solid yellow pavement line indicates:
a no passing zone
under-inflated tires will:
decrease fuel economy
Proactively looking ahead, to the sides, and behind the vehicle to anticipate problems ahead is part of:
defensive driving
Alcohol is a _________________ drug.
depressant
A __________ sign on a truck means that the load on the truck is potentially dangerous.
diamond shaped
how are warning signs shaped?
diamond shaped
green signs
distance/directions
what way do even interstate highways run?
east - west
When you want to enter a freeway, you should:
enter the freeway at or near the speed of the freeway traffic
to avoid a collision, you can use:
evasive steering, breaking, and accelerating (all of the answers are correct)
Communicating should be thought of as:
exchanging info
you should always change your oil every 3,000 miles
false
In traffic, the best way for you to provide an emergency escape path is to maintain adequate space to the:
front and one side of your vehicle
what will your tire's tread do?
help to reduce the likelihood of hydroplaning
pink signs
incident management zones (unusual situations)
If an error has been committed and you are approaching an object at a high speed, the amount of steering input required to change lanes:
increases
Which of the following may allow a California driver who has had his or her license suspended for 10 months following multiple DUI convictions to regain his or her driving privileges?
installation of an ignition interlock device
Yellow pavement markings on the road indicate:
left edge of the roadway
When there are three or more lanes going in one direction on a highway, vehicles passing others or turning left should use:
left lane
A center lane between lanes of traffic traveling in opposite directions may be designated for:
left turns only
When you come to an intersection and try to make a move, you must follow the _________ before you pull out.
left, right, and left rule
On one-way roads, yellow lines are used as:
left-edge lines
The wide white line painted across a traffic lane before you enter the intersection is known as
limit line
If a car approaches you with bright headlights, you must __________, to prevent being temporarily blinded.
look toward the right edge of the road
A child under the age of 8 years __________, when all the rear seats are already occupied by children under the age of 7 years.
may ride in the front seat of a vehicle
___________ is a coming together or blending of vehicles to maintain a smooth, uninterrupted traffic flow.
merging
Car drivers should never move into the same lane with a motorcycle side by side, even if the lane is wide and the cyclist is riding to one side, because:
motorcycles need a full lane width
If you wish to enter an express highway or freeway, you must _________ before merging with the traffic.
move to the acceleration lane
Double solid white lines on the road separate two lanes of traffic:
moving in the same direction
are checking the shock absorbers a normal part of a under-the-hood check
no
does the loss-damage waiver cover if something is stolen from your rental car?
no
If you see double solid center yellow lines on your way, this means:
no passing is permitted
what way do odd interstate highways run?
north - south
When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least:
one vehicle length
Left turns at a red light can only be made from a:
one way street onto a one way street
It is against the law to make a left turn at a red light EXCEPT:
one way street to one way street
A "No Passing" sign is shaped:
pennant shaped
PCV stands for:
positive crankcase ventilation
yellow signs
potentially risky situations
what should you do when you shift into reverse?
press the brake pedal
what does smooth steering require?
proper seat and steering adjustment
guide signs do what?
provide info about routes, exits, and distances
If a California driver's license is suspended for a specific period while he or she holds a ____________________and is under the age of eighteen, the suspension period will continue for its full term, even if it exceeds the driver's eighteenth birthday.
provisional license
If you believe that your brakes may have failed, your first action should be to ___ ____________.
pump the brakes
brown signs
recreation facilities
what do most regulatory signs look like?
rectangular shaped with a white background
what do yield signs look like?
red and white inverted triangle
the sequence of traffic lights from top to bottom is:
red, yellow, green
When you see a triangle-shaped road sign while driving, you must:
reduce your speed and yield
black and white signs
regulatory info
If a California driver is involved in an accident that results in more than $750.00 of property damage, he or she must:
report the accident to the California DMV
For interstate driving, slow-moving vehicles must travel _________, except when passing.
right hand lane
Do not _______ at crash scenes or at locations along the highway where a law enforcement officer may have a vehicle pulled off the road.
rubberneck
blue signs
service info (food, fuel, etc.)
With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels.
shorter path
If you collide with an unattended vehicle, you:
should attempt to locate the owner, attach a written notice with your contact info to the vehicle, and write down the license number of the other vehicle
If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, you must:
signal just after you pass through the intersection
Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways?
single solid yellow lines
Before reaching the crest of a hill or entering a curve, you must _________ and watch for oncoming vehicles.
slow down, move to the right side of the road
Which sign are you not likely to see mounted beside the road?
slow-moving vehicle sign
A _________ indicates the outside edge of the traffic lane, and may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder.
solid white line
red signs
stop/something you should not do
what do regulatory signs do?
tell drivers what they may or may not do
A steady yellow arrow pointing left at an intersection indicates to the driver that:
the left turn signal is about to change to green or red light or the red arrow
The traffic striping marks of diagonal yellow lines are on streets and highways. These indicate:
the road is narrowing or there is an obstruction on the roadway
who are drivers licenses issued by?
the state government
A vehicle's stopping distance is equal to:
the sum of the braking and reaction distance
A triangular orange sign on the back of a slow-moving vehicle indicates that:
the vehicle cannot drive faster than 25mph
When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass, which vehicle has the right-of-way?
the vehicle traveling uphill
To avoid tailgating, one should follow the:
three second rule
how do i know if a sign indicates a loop?
three-digit route numbers that begin with an even number
how do i know if a sign indicates a spur?
three-digit route numbers that begin with an odd number
The fastest way to reach maximum braking capability with, or withou
threshold braking
What is the use of the special "turnout" areas marked on a two lane road?
to allow vehicles behind the driver to pass
A double solid white line marks the edge of a traffic lane where:
travel in the same direction is permitted on both sides, but crossing the line is prohibited
Hybrid vehicles feature two forms of propulsion.
true
When following a vehicle at night, always:
turn off high-beam headlights
The first step a driver should do during an enforcement stop is:
turn on the right turn signal
How many steps are required for developing a selective search pattern?
two
when are freeway speed-change (weave) lanes used?
used for both acceleration and deceleration
__________ are yellow and diamond-shaped, with black lettering or symbols.
warning signs
When should you switch on your high-beam headlights?
when driving in open country or on dark city streets
when should you replace your tires?
when the wear indicator bars begin to show
You must not pass on two-lane highways in all of the following situations EXCEPT:
when there is a dashed yellow line on your side of the dividing line
Is it legal to leave a child under 6 years old in a vehicle?
yes but only if there is someone over 12 in the car as well
what happens if you are upset or distracted when you are driving?
you may become fatigued between 1 and 5pm
When a highway is divided into two roadways by a median or barrier:
you must not drive across the median or barrier, except when an approved cross-over is provided