Driver's Permit Test
When turning, you should signal during the last _______ feet.
100
A carpool lane will be marked with a ____ symbol?
diamond
When should you always engage your parking brake?
when parking on an incline
Unless posted otherwise, what is the speed 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?
25 mph
Provisional licensees would have their license suspended for 6 months and probation for 1 year for receiving _____ points in 12 months.
3 points
When traveling at 55 mph, how many feet do you need to stop?
400 feet
Driving in California is _____?
a privilege granted by the state
Which three gauges or indicators are the most important to be aware of?
coolant temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, and battery voltage gauge
If you can not see clearly 100 ft in both directions when approaching an uncontrolled intersection, what should your rate of speed be?
no more than 15 mph
The five abilities required for being a safe driver are ______.
scan, identify, predict, decide, execute (SIPDE)
yield means _________.
to let other drivers, pedestrians, and bicycles have the right of way before you proceed
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 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 closest to your lane is broken, ________.
you may cross over it to pass vehicles ahead, if safe to do so
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
How many hours of that supervised driving practice is required to be at night?
10
Within how many days should you notify the DMV of an address change?
10
Over 200 items are scored on the driving test. You may only make ____ or fewer errors to pass the test.
15
Over 200 items are scored on the driving test. You may only make ______ or fewer errors to pass the test.
15
What is the youngest age a minor can apply for a provisional permit?
15.5
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
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
How many hours of driving must the permitted driver complete before getting a license?
50
You must dim your high beams for oncoming vehicles by the time they are within ______ feet of your vehicle, and 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 driving test?
6 months
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 lbs
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%
True or False: Road surface changes due to: ice, rain, snow, oil and diesel fuel build up, or sand dirt will reduce the traction of your tires. This does not affect the control of your vehicle.
False
Which is not a myth concerning safety seat belts? - safety belts can trap you inside your vehicle - hundreds of thousands of injuries have been prevented because of safety belt use - safety belts are good for long trips but ineffective for short distances - safety belts are not necessary as one can walk away easily from an accident
Hundreds of thousands of injuries have been prevented because of safety belt use
True or False: It is against the law to drive without wearing your seat belt.
True
True or False: The force of a vehicle increases as its momentum increases.
True
True or False: The holder or a drivers license should have it in his or her possession whenever driving a car.
True
There are a number of traits which are dangerous while driving, and they include:
aggressiveness, egotism, emotional instability, inattentiveness, exhibition, irresponsibility
When may 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 -all of the above
all of the above
A stop sign means that you______.
always stop fully behind the limit line, crosswalk, or at the corner
Friction is ______ if your tires are over-inflated or worn smooth. This makes it _____ for you to stop your vehicle.
decreased, harder
Gravity ______ your kinetic energy when you are driving uphill and _____ it when you are driving downhill.
decreases while going up hill, increases while going down hill
Two general points to remember for recovering from skids are: keep your eyes pointed in the direction you want to go and you will automatically steer there, and __________
do not brake
If you are unable to pass through an intersection before the light changes to red, what should you do?
do not enter the intersection
In order to keep a vehicle in a turn without allowing centrifugal force to pull the car out, what should you not do?
downshift (manual transmission)
Which is not a result of poor peripheral vision? -failing to react to a hazard coming from the left or right -failing to see or obey a stop light suspended over an intersection -weaving while negotiating the curve -driving further from parked cars
driving further from parked cars
True or False: A U-turn is not illegal on a one-way street.
false
What is not a consequence of either over or under inflated tires? - a reduction in traction - greater handling - an increases the likelihood of skidding - rapid tire wear
greater handling
A vehicle is capable of causing extensive damage, injury, and death. You should operate your vehicle with extreme caution, because it is like handling________. -your dog -loaded gun -a toy -none of the above
loaded gun
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
Which is not a step to avoid your car from being stolen? -park in areas that are not traveled much -always lock all doors -don't leave any valuables in sight -install tapered interior door lock buttons
park in areas that are not traveled much
When driving slower than the rest of the traffic, on which lane should you be driving?
right lane
White lines parallel to the road separate two or more lanes going in the_______.
same direction
Of the six most common behaviors which cause accidents, which is indicated as the primary collision factor?
speed
A flashing red light at an intersection means:
stop before entering
If another vehicle is tailgating you, you should?
tap your brakes lightly to warn the driver
A sign with a red circle with a red line through it is used to denote ______.
that something is not permitted
The golden rule of driving is ______.
to treat other drivers the way you want to be treated.
______ are the leading cause for death among teenagers and teenagers have ______ the rate of these than adults.
traffic accidents, twice
True or False: The law requires you to signal even when you don't see any cars around.
true
What is advised you do if it is either very cloudy, raining, foggy, or snowing?
turn on your headlights
The square shaped sign flipped to a diamond position is used exclusively for ________ signs.
warning
Which is not a reason for a court to suspend or delay your license? -vandalism -habitual truancy from high school -excessive speeding -receiving 2 points within 6 months
receiving 2 points within 6 months
Which is not a step for bicyclists to prevent accidents?
riding against traffic so as to be able to see oncoming traffic
The number one rule for driving in bad weather is __________.
slow down
If you see flashing red lights on a stopped school bus in front of you, what must you do?
stop until the red lights stop flashing
What does a vehicle displaying an orange triangle with a red outline on the back indicate?
that the vehicle travels slower than other traffic
Cones, barrels, signs, large vehicles, and lights that are all orange in color indicate what?
that you are either approaching a work zone or in a work zone
When a car driving uphill on a one lane road comes across another vehicle coming downhill, who should back up?
the car going down hill
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 passing a trolley, you must pass from what side?
the right side
The only thing that will affect the time it takes to sober up a person is _____?
time, body weight, the amount of food they have consumed, and the number of drinks they had
If you are parking facing downhill, you should always turn your front wheels ______ the curb or side of the road.
towards the curb or side of the road
What is the leading cause of death for teenagers?
traffic accidents
True or False: All individuals on a motorcycle are required by law to wear a helmet which is approved by the CHP, fits snugly, and is tightly fastened.
true
True or False: The same rules apply to trolley and light rail crossings that apply to train crossings.
true
True or False: When encountering a blacked-out traffic signal, obey the rules of a stop sign controlled intersection.
true
If you accidentally kill or injure and animal, what should you not do:
try to move the animal to the side of the road if it is injured
If you do not have enough light to see 1000 feet in front of you, what should you do?
turn on your headlights
No matter what sort of emergency situation you are experiencing, what should you never do?
turn you ignition off while the vehicle is still moving
If there is no side walk, a pedestrian should do what?
walk on the roadway facing the oncoming traffic at a safe distance from the traffic
the upside down triangle shape is used exclusively for ________ signs.
yield signs
What are the consequences if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
you may be fined up to $1,000 and your license can be suspended for a period of 1 year
You 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 death.
$750
If your tire was to blow out while driving: -hold the steering wheel tightly and steer straight ahead -slow down gradually, take your foot off the gas pedal slowly but don't apply the brakes, and slow to a stop off the road -apply the brakes when the car is almost stopped -all of the above -none of the above
-all of the above
The court may convict you of a DUI in addition to the penalties imposed under the non-criminal "zero tolerance" law that makes it illegal for a person under 21 to drive with a BAC of ________. (This level is equal to one drink within a four hour time span in your BAC charts.:
0.01%
For drivers over age 21 (not operating a commercial vehicle) it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration that is _______ or more.
0.08%
_______ drink(s) within a 4 hour time span, regardless of height and weight, can get you a BAC of .01%
1
For persons ages 13 to 20, a conviction of using alcohol or a controlled substance anywhere results in the court ordering DMV to suspend your license for _____.
1 year
For persons ages 13 to 20, a conviction of using alcohol or a controlled substance anywhere results in the court ordering DMV to suspend your license for _______.
1 year
The court will also order a ______ suspension of your driving privilege if you are under 21 years of age but 13 years of age or older and are convicted of a drug related offense.
1 year
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
A visual lead of _______ seconds or 1 city block is appropriate when driving in traffic in urban areas.
10 - 15 seconds
It is against the law to pass when your view of the road ahead is obstructed and when within ______ feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel.
100 ft
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 one block when driving in the city and a quarter of a mile.
12 - 15 seconds
If during the last 100 feet of approaching a railroad crossing, you cannot see the track for at least 400 feet in both directions, you may not cross the tracks at a speed faster than _____ MPH.
15
One person is injured every _____ minutes, as a result of a traffic collision.
2 minutes
Within the first six 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
It is advised to use the _____ rule, which allows enough space between your vehicle and other vehicle in traffic.
3 second
You must turn your headlights on ____ minutes after sunset and leave them on until _______ minutes before sunrise.
30
It is against the law to follow within _____ feet of any emergency vehicle which is answering an emergency call.
300 feet
When following large vehicles that block your view of the road ahead, give yourself a ______ second or more cushion of space in front of your vehicle.
4
You should allow a _______ second or more following distance when you are driving behind a motorcyclist.
4
You should change lanes only when there is sufficient space between vehicles to safely merge into traffic in the next lane by allowing a gap of at least how many seconds?
4 seconds
Alcohol is involved in about ______ of all fatal highway accidents.
40%
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 pm and _______.
5 am
When exiting a freeway, you should signal you intention to exit for approximately how many seconds?
5 seconds
Failure to stop at a railroad crossing when required to do so can result in a ______ month license suspension.
6 month
True of False: If there is either a single solid yellow line or double yellow solid line dividing lanes of traffic, you may drive over these lines to pass other vehicles.
False
True or False: In general you should pass a vehicle or bicycle going in your direction on the right.
False
True or False: Parking and driving safely are two different functions.
False
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.
True of False: All the laws which apply to drinking and driving apply to taking drugs and driving.-regardless if the drugs are illegal or prescribed. If the drug impairs your driving, it is illegal.
True
True or False: First offender must be jailed for at least 48 hours, can be fined up to $1,000, be restricted to driving to and from work or to and from an alcohol treatment program, be ordered by the court to attend either a three month or six month alcohol treatment program, be required to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in his or her vehicle. In total, these fine an fees can exceed $5,000.
True
True or False: The main purpose of driver education is t help you learn the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for greater safety both as an operator of an automobile and as a pedestrian.
True
True or False: 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.
True
True or False: When a solid and a broken yellow line are together, you must no pass if you are next to the solid line.
True
True or False: 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 make a U-turn, if it can be made safely and is not otherwise prohibited.
True
True or False: 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."
True
True or False: Your license will be suspended for being unable to show proof of financial responsibility when involved in an accident.
True
True or False: Your vehicle registration card must be carried in the vehicle whenever you are driving.
True
If you are involved in a collision and do not stop, what are the consequences?
You may be convicted of "hit and run" and could be severely punished.
Which is not a consequence of using a false name or knowingly making false statements on your license? - your license will be denied - if issued, it will be revoked - you will have to submit a change of information form - none of the above
You will have to submit a change of information form.
A diamond symbol painted on a lane indicates what?
a carpool lane
What is a provisional license?
a drivers 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
The minimum amount your insurance must cover per accident is: -$15,000 for a single death or injury -$30,000 for death or injury to more than one person -$5,000 for property damage -all of the above
all of the above
Using the knowledge, skills, and attitudes you learn in driver education_______. -lowers your chances of being involved in a costly accident -lowers your chances of being involved in an injurious or deadly accident -reduces the costs of law enforcement, property replacement,and results in a much more pleasant driving environment -all of the above
all of the above
What are the penalties for driving without a license or on a suspended or revoked license? -jail time -substantial fines -impoundment of the vehicle being driven -all of the above
all of the above
Which of the following is a penalty for receiving a DUI? -mandatory jail time -substantial fines and fees -suspension or revocation of your driver license -all of the above
all of the above
You can avoid situations leading to road rage by _______. -not cutting off other drivers -not driving slowly in the left (fast) lane -not tailgating -all of the above
all of the above
You drive defensively when you: -look ahead and put space between you and the vehicle ahead - keep your eyes moving and do leave yourself and out - make sure other drivers see you - all of the above
all of the above
Which is not a step to perform if your gas pedal gets stuck?
apply the brakes before shifting into neutral
How many times is it advised to have comprehensive maintenance work done for your vehicle?
at least twice a year
Most accidents in urban areas occur where?
at parking areas
What should you do if you find yourself in a situation with an aggressive driver?
avoid making eye contact
How can you ensure that you are not in a trucker's "no zone"?
by ensuring that you can see the trucker in their side mirror
Failure to yield the right of way to another vehicle or pedestrian is the primary collision factor in about 20% of fatal and injury collisions in California. What are the keys to avoiding accidents caused by right of way violations?
common courtesy and a non-assuming attitude
In order to avoid accidents, one should ___________
drive defensively
When must you have proof of financial responsibility?
every time you drive
What is one of the top 5 causes of accidents in the U.S.? -listening to the radio while driving -failure to yield the right of way to other drivers -using a cell phone while driving -none of the above
failure to yield the right of way to other drivers
If you must drive in the fog, then slow down and turn your ______ beam headlights on (and fog lights, if you have them).
low
If a road does not have a bicycle lane, where must a bicyclist ride their bicycle?
on the road
The "Basic Speed Law" states that your driving speed, regardless of the posted speed limit, should depend on?
overall roadway, traffic, and weather conditions
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk, a pedestrian or driver?
pedestrian
If a law enforcement officer suspects that you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the officer can require that you take a blood or urine test. What may happen if you refuse?
persons refusing these tests will be subject to license suspensions and revocations
When you encounter an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and a siren, what must you do?
pull as close to the right edge of the road as possible and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed
If a vehicle is approaching you head on when you are in the proper lane, what should you not do?
pull to the left oncoming lane to avoid the car
