Unit 11: How to Pass Your Driver's Test
A yellow diamond is used exclusively for what purpose?
warning
A equilateral triangle facing down is used exclusively for what purpose?
yield
For persons ages under 20, a conviction for using alcohol or a controlled substance results in the court ordering DMV to suspend your license for __________.
1 year
How many hours of supervised driving practice are required to be at night?
10
If you purchase or obtain a vehicle from someone else, you are responsible for transferring ownership of the vehicle to your name with the DMV within how many days of the purchase?
10
Within how many days should you notify the DMV of an address change?
10
A visual lead of ________ seconds or 1 city block is appropriate when driving in traffic in urban areas.
10-15
It is against the law to pass when your view of the road ahead is obstructed and when you are within _____ feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel.
100
When turning, you should signal during the last _________ feet before the turn.
100
In order to avoid hazards on the road, it is advised to take in the whole scene around you and look at least _______ seconds down the road. This is about a one block when driving in the city and a quarter of a mile on the highway.
12 to 15
What is the youngest age a minor can apply for a instructional permit?
15
When entering the lane of an oncoming vehicle in order to pass, you will need at least how many feet to pass safely?
1600 ft
Drivers under 18 are ______ times more likely to have a fatal accident than the average driver.
2.5
Within the first twelve months, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, a licensed driver 25 years of age or older, or a licensed or certified driving instructor, provisional licensees cannot transport passengers under age _____.
20
When entering a bicycle lane to make a right turn, within how many feet must you enter the lane before making the turn?
200 ft
Unless posted otherwise, what is the speed limit in any business or residential district ?
25 mph
Unless posted otherwise, what is the speed limit when passing a school building or school grounds when children are present?
25mph
It is advised to use the ___ rule, which allows enough space between your vehicle and other vehicles in traffic.
3 second
You should change lanes only when there is sufficient space between vehicles in the next lane and by allowing a gap of at least how many seconds?
4
If you are driving slower on a two lane road and _____ or more cars are following you, you must pull to the side and let them pass.
5
Within the first 12 months, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, a licensed driver 25 years of age or older, or a licensed or certified driving instructor, provisional licensees cannot drive between 11 P.M. and _______.
5 am
When exiting a freeway, you should signal your intention to exit for approximately how many seconds?
5 seconds
How many hours of supervised driving practice must a provisional license applicant receive prior to receiving a provisional license?
50
When traveling at 55mph, how many feet do you need to stop?
500 ft
You must: (a) dim your high beams for oncoming vehicles by the time they are within _____ feet of your vehicle, and (b) dim your high beams when the vehicle you are following is within _____ feet.
500, 300
How many months must a minor(under 18) hold an instructional Permit before taking a drive test?
6
If a child weighs __ pounds or less, or is 6 years old or under, then they must be placed in an approved child safety seat.
60
Your license will be suspended for failing, refusing, or neglecting to report an accident in which there is more than ________ worth of property damage, an injury, or a death.
750
To ensure your safety while driving and from having your vehicle stolen, it is advised you always have your car doors locked. What percentage of stolen vehicles is attributed to having unlocked doors?
80%
What is a provisional license?
A driver's license issued to someone under 18 years of age
What are the consequences of not stopping if you are involved in an accident?
A fine of up to $10,000 and a minimum of one year jail time.
In order to keep a vehicle in a turn without allowing centrifugal force to pull the car out, what should you not do?
Accelerate while turning.
When can a right turn be made on a solid red light?
After you have yielded to all traffic, after you have yielded to all pedestrians, if a NO TURN ON RED sign is not posted
Which is not a step to perform if your gas pedal gets stuck?
Apply the brakes before shifting into neutral
How often is it advised to have comprehensive maintenance work done for your vehicle?
At least twice a year
What should you do if you find yourself in a situation with an aggressive driver?
Avoid making eye contact.
Which three gauges or indicators are the most important to be aware of?
Coolant temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, and battery voltage gauge
Which is not a result of poor peripheral vision?
Driving further from parked cars.
What is one of the top 5 causes of accidents in the U.S.?
Failure to yield the right-of-way to other drivers.
In general, you should pass a vehicle or bicycle going in your direction on the right. (T/F)
False
Parking and driving safely are two different functions. (T/F)
False
Road surface changes due to: (a) ice, (b) rain, (c) snow, (d) oil and diesel fuel buildup, or (e) sand or dirt will reduce the traction of your tires. This does not affect the control of your vehicle. (T/F)
False
If there are oncoming cars to the left of you and a child on a bike to the right, what is the correct action to take?
Give the child a lot of room to your side, which may mean moving closer to the oncoming vehicles.
What is not a consequence of either over or under-inflated tires?
Greater handling
What should you do if your tire blows out while driving?
Hold the steering wheel firmly, and ease up on the gas.
Which is not a myth concerning safety belts?
Hundreds of thousands of injuries have been prevented because of safety belt use.
You are driving defensively when you:
Leave yourself an out
If you are unable to pass through an intersection before the light changes to red, what should you do?
Not enter the intersection
Which is not a step to prevent your car from being stolen?
Park in areas that are not traveled much.
If a vehicle is approaching you head on when you are in the proper lane,
Pull to the right
Which is not a reason for a court to suspend or delay your license?
Receiving 2 points within 6 months
White lines parallel to the road separate two or more lanes going in the______________.
Same direction
What is the number one rule for driving in bad weather?
Slow down
What does a flashing red light at an intersection mean?
Stop before entering
A sign with a red circle with a red line through is used to denote ________________.
That something is not permitted
When a car driving uphill on a one lane road comes across another vehicle going downhill, who should back up?
The car going downhill should back up because the car going uphill has the right of way
The force of a moving object is called momentum. The momentum of an object is proportional to its weight and speed. The more momentum it has, the more force it has. So if there were two cars, both the same model, and one of the cars was traveling 30 mph faster than the other, which car has more force?
The faster car
When the temperature or "boil" light is on or the gauge moves into the red, what is the proper response?
To pull over and turn the engine off so it can cool down.
What is the purpose of barrels filled with sand in front of an abutment (such as a support for a highway over pass)?
To reduce the force of impact on your vehicle by allowing your vehicle to travel farther than if it hit the abutment directly.
If you are parking facing downhill, you should always turn your front wheels _______the curb or side of the road.
Towards
____________ are the leading cause for death among teenagers and teenagers have __________the rate of these than adults.
Traffic accidents, 2 times.
If there is a child sitting in the front seat of a car installed with air bags, it is advised that the air bag feature be turned off for the child or the child be placed in the back seat. (T/F)
True
If you make a serious driving error on the driving test, you will be automatically disqualified. (T/F)
True
It is against the law to drive without wearing your seatbelt. (T/F)
True
The force of a vehicle increases as its momentum increases. (T/F)
True
The main purpose of driver education is to help you learn the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for greater safety both as an operator of an automobile and as a pedestrian. (T/F)
True
The parent or guardian who signed the application for a provisional license may request to have the license canceled at any time and for any reason. (T/F)
True
When a solid and a broken yellow line are together, you must not pass if you are next to the solid line. (T/F)
True
When encountering a blacked-out traffic signal, obey the rules of a stop sign controlled intersection. (T/F)
True
You may cross over either a single solid yellow line or double solid yellow lines to make a left turn at an intersection, to enter or exit a road or a driveway, or to make a U-turn, if it can be made safely and is not otherwise prohibited. (T/F)
True
Your emotional state influences your ability to concentrate, stay alert, be courteous, think clearly and rapidly, contain anger and aggressiveness, and control tendencies to "show off." (T/F)
True
Your vehicle registration card must be carried in the vehicle whenever you are driving. (T/F)
True
If you do not have enough light to see 1000 feet in front of you, what should you do?
Turn on your headlights
What is it advised you do if it is either very cloudy, raining, foggy or snowing?
Turn on your headlights
No matter what sort of emergency situation you are experiencing, what should you never do?
Turn your ignition off while your vehicle is still moving
When should you always engage your parking brake?
When parking on an incline.
What can happen if you dump or abandon an animal by the roadside?
You can receive a fine of up to $1,000, or be confined in a county jail for up to six months, or both.
If there are two yellow lines dividing lanes of traffic, and the line closest to your lane is broken, _________________________________.
You may cross over it to pass vehicles ahead, if it is safe to do so.
Which is not a consequence of using a false name or knowingly making false statements on your license application?
You will have to submit a change of information form.
What is the consequence for failure to appear in court (FTA) or failure to pay fees or fines (FTP)?
Your license will be suspended
What is the best protection against injury if you have an accident?
Your seatbelt
A vehicle is capable of causing extensive property damage, injury, and death. You should operate your vehicle with extreme caution, because it is like handling __________.
a loaded gun
Driving in California is ________.
a privilege granted by the state.
Using the knowledge, skills, and attitudes you learn in driver education ______________________.
a) lowers your chances of being involved in a costly accident, b) lowers your chances of being involved in an injurious or deadly accident, c) reduces the costs of law enforcement, property replacement, and results in a much more pleasant driving
List some of the most dangerous driving traits.
aggressiveness, egotism, emotional instability, inattentiveness, exhibition, and irresponsibility.
What should you do at a stop sign?
always stop fully behind the limit line, crosswalk, or at the corner.
Friction is_________ if your tires are over-inflated or are worn smooth. This makes it ______for you to stop you vehicle.
decreased, harder
Gravity __________ your kinetic energy when you are driving uphill and __________it when you are driving downhill.
decreases, increases
A carpool lane will be marked with a ____ symbol.
diamond
What are the penalties for driving without a license or with a suspended or revoked license?
jail time, substantial fees, impoundment of the vehicle being driven
What does yield mean?
let other drivers, pedestrians, and bicycles have the right-of-way before you proceed.
If you must drive in the fog, then slow down and turn your ______ beam headlights on (and fog lights, if you have them).
low beams
How can you avoid situations leading to road rage?
not cutting off other drivers, not driving slowly in the left (fast) lane, not tailgating.
If you are under severe tension, emotionally distressed (e.g., depressed, angry or upset), or otherwise preoccupied with your emotions, thoughts or personal problems, it is advised that you _______________________.
not drive
You should use your horn ________________________.
only to help avoid an accident.
Most accidents in urban areas occur where?
parking areas
When driving slower than the rest of the traffic, in which lane should you be driving?
right lane
What are the five abilities required for being a safe driver?
search, identify, predict, decide, and execute.
What is the golden rule of driving?
treat other drivers the way you want to be treated.