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It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ____ or higher. A. 0.08% -- Eight-hundredths of one percent B. 0.10% -- One-tenth of one percent C. 0.05% -- Five-hundredths of one percent
A. 0.08% -- Eight-hundredths of one percent For drivers age 21 or older, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher. Driving while under the influence of alcohol is not only illegal, but dangerous.
If you are passing a bus, trolley, or streetcar stopped at an intersection controlled by a traffic light, you must reduce your speed to no faster than: A. 10 MPH B. 15 MPH C. 20 MPH D. 25 MPH
A. 10 MPH It's important to practice utmost caution and care around these vehicles, even when they're stopped at a signal or by a traffic officer. Pass slowly and with care.
If you're sharing a lane with a bicycle, how much space should you give them? A. 3 feet. B. 5 feet. C. You shouldn't share a lane with a bicycle.
A. 3 feet. Both you and the bicyclist should be aware of how much space you're giving one another.
Before exiting the freeway, for how long should you signal before you reach the exit? A. 5 seconds B. 10 seconds C. 15 seconds D. 20 seconds
A. 5 seconds Make sure you match the safe, proper speed of traffic while exiting, and that you only change lanes one at a time when maneuvering over to the exit.
How far before turning should you use your turn signal? A. 50 feet B. 100 feet C. 200 feet D. 500 feet
A. 50 feet This distance gives enough time to signal your intentions to drivers behind and ahead of you, without causing confusion by signaling too early.
At what position is it recommended that you place your hands on the steering wheel? A. 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock B. 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock C. 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock D. Both hands at 6 o'clock
A. 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock This gives you maximum control over the wheel without endangering yourself or your limbs, should your airbag go off in an accident. You can also safely place them slightly lower, at 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock.
This bicyclist is signaling: left arm extended flat A. A left turn. B. An upcoming stop. C. A right turn.
A. A left turn. Bicycles do not have turn signals so bicyclists use hand and arm signals to alert other drivers to their intentions. If a bicyclist puts their left arm straight out, they are signaling that they intend to turn left.
Backing your vehicle is: A. Always dangerous. B. Dangerous if you have a helper. C. Only dangerous in large vehicles.
A. Always dangerous. Backing up is always dangerous because it is hard to see behind your vehicle. Use extra caution when backing up.
What can you do to reduce road rage? A. Always signal your intention when changing lanes. B. Talk on your cell phone while driving. C.Use your horn frequently.
A. Always signal your intention when changing lanes. To do your part to prevent road rage, you should follow laws, signs, signals, and pavement markings. Always signal your intention when changing lanes. More
Roads are slippery after it first starts to rain. When the road is slippery, you should: A. Avoid making turns and stops while driving at high speeds. B. Test your tires' traction while going uphill. C. Decrease the distance you look ahead of your vehicle.
A. Avoid making turns and stops while driving at high speeds. A wet, slippery road does not allow your tires the traction they need, so it is necessary to drive more slowly on a wet road than you would on a dry road. To reduce the risk of skidding, you should avoid fast turns or stops.
Adjust your rearview and side mirrors: A. Before you start driving. B. Whenever you need to use them. C. Before you get into the car.
A. Before you start driving. Your safety and the safety of other drivers and pedestrians depends a lot on what you do before driving. Before moving your vehicle, you should adjust your seat, adjust your mirrors, fasten your safety belt, and secure items in and on your vehicle. Do not wait until your vehicle is moving to adjust your mirrors.
Tailgating other drivers (driving too closely to their rear bumper): A.Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry. B. Cannot result in a traffic citation. C. Reduces collisions by preventing being "cut off."
A. Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry. Tailgating is a common behavior that can lead to aggressive driving, and so it should be avoided. Drivers may face legal consequences for driving unsafely.
When driving on an interstate, to avoid traffic merging from on-ramps to your right, the best thing to do is to: A.Change lanes to the left. B. Slow down. C. Maintain your speed and position.
A. Change lanes to the left. When driving on an interstate highway, be aware of upcoming on-ramps. When traffic permits, move out of the right-hand lane to allow vehicles to enter from the on-ramps to your right.
What is an important step in turning? A. Check traffic in all directions. B. Increase your speed. C. Always move to the left lane.
A. Check traffic in all directions. When turning, you should look to the rear and both sides of your vehicle to ensure it is safe to proceed before making the turn. Adjust your speed to safely complete the turn.
Reaction time is slower after: A. Drinking alcohol. B. Sleeping. C. Working hard.
A. Drinking alcohol Alcohol slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see clearly, and makes you less alert. As the amount of alcohol in your body increases, your judgment worsens and your driving skills decrease. You will have trouble judging distances, speeds, and the movement of other vehicles.
When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should: A. Drive slowly enough that you can stop within the area illuminated by your headlights. B. Turn on your high beam headlights to better see the vehicles ahead of you. C. Keep the instrument panel lights bright to be more visible to other drivers.
A. Drive slowly enough that you can stop within the area illuminated by your headlights. You should drive more slowly at night than during the day because it is not possible to see as far ahead at night. You should make sure that you can stop within the area illuminated by your headlights.
It is illegal to leave a child age six or younger unattended in a vehicle on a hot day: A. Even if they are secured in a child passenger restraint system. B. If they are supervised by a person twelve years of age or older. C. Only if the key is in the ignition.
A. Even if they are secured in a child passenger restraint system. It is never a good idea to leave a child unattended in a car. It is illegal to leave a child age six or younger unattended in a vehicle. A child may be left under the supervision of a person age 12 or older.
To know where traffic is behind you: A. Frequently check your rearview mirror. B. Turn and look out your back window. C. Keep other vehicles out of your blind spots.
A. Frequently check your rearview mirror. Drivers should check their rearview mirrors often to stay aware of the position of traffic behind them.
It is illegal to park your vehicle: A. In an unmarked crosswalk. B. Within three feet of a private driveway. C. In a bicycle lane.
A. In an unmarked crosswalk. It is illegal to park your car on a marked or unmarked crosswalk. You may park in a bicycle lane if there is not a "No parking" sign posted and your vehicle does not block a bicyclist.
On a freeway, you should look farther ahead than you would on a city street: A. In order to see potential hazards early. B. Because it takes a quarter of a mile to stop your vehicle completely. C. Because it helps you keep up with traffic.
A. In order to see potential hazards early. On the freeway, be ready for changes in traffic conditions. Watch for signals from other drivers. Expect merging vehicles at on-ramps and interchanges and be prepared for rapid changes in road conditions and traffic flow.
The best way to avoid a dangerous situation while driving is to: A. Know what is happening around your vehicle. B. Turn off the radio. C. Always keep your eyes focused ahead of your car.
A. Know what is happening around your vehicle. Always be aware of what is happening around your vehicle. Constantly observing your surroundings to the front, sides, and rear of your vehicle will help you see problems that may require you to change speed or roadway position.
All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal? A. Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears. B. Adjusting your outside mirrors. C. Transporting an unrestrained animal inside the vehicle.
A. Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears. Even people with good hearing cannot hear well if the radio or CD player is blaring. Do not wear a headset or earplugs in both ears while driving; it is against the law.
When backing up: A. Look through the rear window. B. Press hard on the gas pedal. C. Rely only on your rearview mirror.
A. Look through the rear window. When backing up, place your right arm on the back of the passenger seat and look directly through the rear window. Do not depend on your rearview or side mirrors as mirrors do not show directly behind your vehicle. Only drive in reverse at a low speed.
To improve visibility lowered by rain or fog, drivers should use their: A. Low beam headlights. B. High beam headlights. C. Parking lights.
A. Low beam headlights. Low beam headlights should be used when driving in rainy or foggy weather. Even if they do little to help you see, low beams will make it easier for others to see you.
You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. You should: A. Make room for the merging traffic, if possible. B. Assert your right-of-way by driving faster. C. Always maintain your position.
A. Make room for the merging traffic, if possible. When traffic permits, you should make room to allow vehicles to merge into your lane.
As the percentage of alcohol (BAC) in your blood increases, you become: A. More intoxicated. B. More sober. C. More coordinated.
A. More intoxicated. Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a measure of the percentage of alcohol in a person's blood. The higher the BAC, the more impaired a person is.
Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications? A. Most cold medications can make a person drowsy. B. Over-the-counter medications cannot impair driving ability if taken in the recommended dosages. C. Medications are safe to take at any time, if prescribed by a doctor..
A. Most cold medications can make a person drowsy. Remember that all medications, prescription or over-the-counter, are potentially dangerous and could impair your driving. Over-the-counter medicines that you take for colds and allergies can make you drowsy and affect your driving ability. It is your responsibility to know how your medication affects your ability to drive.
Blue traffic signs offer information on: A. Motorist services. B. Construction and maintenance. C. Mileage information, such as distances to specific locations.
A. Motorist services. Blue signs on the roadway are service signs. They are used to provide information about motorist services, such as upcoming rest areas, food options, or nearby hospitals.
Should you always drive more slowly than other traffic? A. No, you can block traffic when you drive too slowly. B. Yes, it is a good defensive driving technique. C. Yes, it is always safer than driving faster than other traffic.
A. No, you can block traffic when you drive too slowly. You must drive more slowly than usual when there is heavy traffic or bad weather. However, if you block the normal and reasonable movement of traffic by driving too slowly, you may be cited.
If a traffic signal light is green and a police officer signals for you to stop, you should: A. Obey the officer. B. Obey the traffic signal. C. Do what the vehicle in front of you does.
A. Obey the officer. Drivers must obey any instructions given by a police officer, even if the instructions contradict laws, signs, signals, or markings that would otherwise apply.
You should turn on your headlights: A. One half hour after sunset. B. When stopped at a railroad crossing. C. When parked at a school.
A. One half hour after sunset. Headlights must be used one half hour after sunset until one half hour before sunrise, when windshield wipers are being used due to rain or snow, and in any other situation when visibility is less than 1,000 feet. They should be used when a car is being driven on a small country or mountain road, even in sunny weather.
If the roadway is wet or icy, you should: A. Reduce your speed. B. Drive at the posted speed. C. Speed up.
A. Reduce your speed. Because your tires will not grip the road under wet, snowy, or icy conditions as well as they will under dry conditions, you should slow down if the roadway is wet or icy.
To prevent yourself from becoming an aggressive driver: A. Relax and concentrate on driving. B. Drive above the posted speed limit. C. Tailgate the driver in front of you.
A. Relax and concentrate on driving. To prevent yourself from becoming an aggressive driver, concentrate on driving and don't take the actions of other drivers personally. Be realistic about your travel time, drive within posted speed limits, and be forgiving of other drivers using the roadway.
You must notify the DMV within five days if you: A. Sell or transfer your vehicle. B. Fail a smog test. C. Get a new prescription for lenses or contacts.
A. Sell or transfer your vehicle. If you sell or transfer a vehicle, you must report the sale or transfer to the DMV within five days.
When driving on a slippery surface, such as snow or ice: A. Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills. B. Maintain traction by following other vehicles closely. C. Pump your brakes to keep them from freezing.
A. Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills. To prevent skidding on slippery surfaces, you should shift to a low gear before going down a steep hill. You should also follow farther behind the vehicle in front of you than you normally would. Quick stops should be avoided. Unless you have antilock brakes, pump the brakes to slow or stop.
When changing lanes on a freeway, you should: A. Signal for at least five seconds. B. Slow down before you start to change lanes. C. Assume there is enough space in the next lane for your vehicle, if you signal first.
A. Signal for at least five seconds. Signal at least five seconds prior to a changing lanes on a freeway. Always signal when turning left or right, changing lanes, slowing down, or stopping to let other drivers, motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians know your intentions.
You exit the freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should: A. Slow to a safe speed before the curve. B. Slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway. C. Wait until you have entered the curve to begin braking.
A. Slow to a safe speed before the curve. You should always slow down before entering a curve. You may not be able to see hazards ahead and braking in a curve may cause your vehicle to skid.
The best thing to do if you become tired while driving is to: A. Stop to rest or change drivers. B. Drink coffee. C. Open a window.
A. Stop to rest or change drivers. If you become tired while driving, it is best to stop to rest or change drivers. Being tired dulls your mind and slows down your reactions, making driving hazardous.
When approaching a person who is crossing the street while using a white cane or guide dog, you should: A. Stop until the person is well away from your path of travel. B. Honk your horn as you proceed past them. C. Carefully drive around them.
A. Stop until the person is well away from your path of travel. When approaching a pedestrian who is using a white cane or guide dog while crossing the street, you must stop until the person is well away from your path of travel. Always yield the right-of-way to blind pedestrians.
When a school bus is picking up or dropping off children, you must: A. Stop, regardless of your direction of travel. B. Stop if you are driving in the same direction. C. Slow down and be prepared to stop.
A. Stop, regardless of your direction of travel. When approaching a school bus that is picking up or dropping off passengers, you must come to a complete stop before reaching the bus, regardless of your direction of travel.
You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of-way? A. The driver on your left has the right-of-way. B. You have the right-of-way. C. Whoever is signaling to make a turn has the right-of-way.
A. The driver on your left has the right-of-way. If two vehicles arrive at the same time to an intersection that has stop signs on all corners, the vehicle to the right has the right-of-way.
Always carefully look for motorcycles before you change lanes because: A. Their small size can make them hard to see. B. They usually have the right-of-way at intersections. C. It is illegal for motorcycles to share traffic lanes.
A. Their small size can make them hard to see. You should check carefully for motorcycles when changing lanes because their small size makes it easy for them to disappear into your blind spots.
Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when: A. There isn't room on the other side for you to completely cross the tracks. B. The railroad crossing is located in a city or town that has frequent train traffic. C. You are transporting two or more young children in a passenger vehicle.
A. There isn't room on the other side for you to completely cross the tracks. Expect a train on any track, at any time, traveling in either direction. If you need to stop after crossing the tracks, wait until you can completely cross the tracks before proceeding. Make sure your vehicle clears the tracks before you stop.
You must stop at the intersection ahead. Just before the intersection, you have to cross railroad tracks. You should stop before crossing the railroad tracks when: A.There isn't room on the other side for you to completely cross the tracks. B. The crossing is located in a city or town with frequent train traffic. C. You are transporting two or more children in a passenger vehicle.
A. There isn't room on the other side for you to completely cross the tracks. If you need to stop after crossing railroad tracks, wait until you can completely cross the tracks before proceeding. Make sure your vehicle clears the tracks before you stop.
When a bicyclist is making a left turn: A. They may use the left lane. B. They may cut through all lanes. C. They may wait on the side of the road.
A. They may use the left lane. You should expect to see bicyclists driving with traffic on the road. You should not be surprised to see a bicyclist using the left lane when turning.
Increase your following distance when driving behind a large vehicle: A. To better see around the sides of the vehicle. B. Because other drivers tend to pull behind large vehicles before trying to pass them. C. Because following too closely will get you caught in the vehicle's slipstream.
A. To better see around the sides of the vehicle. Drivers of trucks, buses, vans, and any vehicles pulling campers or trailers may not be able to see you if you are driving directly behind them. Increase your following distance when driving behind one of these vehicles. Additionally, large vehicles can block your view of the road, so increase your following distance to look around the sides of the vehicle and see the road ahead.
If you parallel park facing downward on a hill: A. Turn your wheels sharply toward the side of the road. B. Turn your wheels away from the side of the road. C. Keep your wheels straight.
A. Turn your wheels sharply toward the side of the road. When parking downhill, turn your front wheels toward the curb or edge of the road. When parking uphill on a road without a curb, turn your wheels toward the edge of the road. When parking uphill on a road with a curb, you must turn your front wheels away from the curb.
If you park facing uphill where there is no curb, set the parking brake and: A. Turn your wheels toward the edge of the road. B. Turn your wheels away from the edge of the road. C. Keep your wheels facing straight.
A. Turn your wheels toward the edge of the road. When parking uphill on a road that does not have a curb, your front wheels should be turned to the right (toward the edge of the road). This will ensure that the vehicle will roll off of the road if the brakes fail.
You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red: A. Under any circumstances. B. Unless you entered the intersection on a yellow light. C. Unless you entered the intersection on a green light.
A. Under any circumstances. Even if the signal is green, you must not enter an intersection unless you can get completely across before the light turns red. If you block the intersection, you can be cited.
If your car's suspension is bad, it can cause: A.Vehicle control problems. B. Squealing brakes. C. Slack in the steering.
A. Vehicle control problems. Your suspension helps you control your vehicle and provides a comfortable ride over varying road surfaces. If your vehicle bounces a lot after driving over a bump, or is generally hard to control, you may need new suspension parts.
If your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, you should: A. Wait until it is safe to do so, then gradually re-enter the roadway. B. Turn back onto the roadway immediately. C. Stop.
A. Wait until it is safe to do so, then gradually re-enter the roadway. If your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, do not attempt to turn back onto the roadway immediately. Instead, reduce your speed, check traffic, and gradually turn back onto the roadway when it is safe to do so.
All of the following are dangerous to do while driving. Which is also illegal? A. Wearing a headset that covers both ears B. Having one or more interior lights on C. Using cruise control on residential streets
A. Wearing a headset that covers both ears Do not wear a headset or earplugs in both ears while driving; it is against the law. You must be able to be aware of all possible surrounding hazards.
Which of the following factors affect an individual's absorption of alcohol? A. Weight B. Height C. Intelligence
A. Weight Factors affecting a person's absorption of alcohol include the person's weight, their biological sex, the amount of food in their digestive tract, and the number of alcoholic beverages they have consumed. The only thing to do to remove alcohol from a person's system is to wait.
On a green arrow, you must: A. Yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian in the intersection. B. Yield to pedestrians only in the intersection. C. Wait four seconds before proceeding.
A. Yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian in the intersection. A green arrow means "go." You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing after you yield to any vehicles, bicycles, or pedestrians who are still in the intersection.
When passing another vehicle, you should return to your original lane when: A. You can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. B. You have cleared the front bumper of the passed vehicle. C. You are 50 feet in front of the passed vehicle.
A. You can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. When passing another vehicle, move back into your original lane only when you can see the passed vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror. This ensures that you will have enough room to safely pull back in front of the other vehicle.
It is more dangerous to drive at night than during the day because: A. You cannot see as far ahead at night. B. The road is always more slippery at night. C. Your reaction time is slower at night.
A. You cannot see as far ahead at night. With decreased visibility and the glare of oncoming headlights, you cannot see as far ahead at night as you can during the day. Always use headlights and exercise caution when driving in the dark.
When you want to change lanes, you should never: A.Move into another lane while within an intersection. B. Check your blind spot by looking over your shoulder. C. Check for other drivers moving into the same lane.
A.Move into another lane while within an intersection. You should never change lanes within an intersection. Before changing lanes, always look over your shoulder to check your blind spot. Be alert to other drivers moving into the same lane.
Which lane must you be in before making a left turn from a one-way street? A.The lane nearest the left curb. B. The lane nearest the center of the street. C.The lane nearest the right curb.
A.The lane nearest the left curb. When making any turn, turn from the lane closest to the direction you wish to travel into the first available legal lane. If you are making a left turn from a one-way street, this means that you would make the turn from the lane nearest to the left curb.
At intersections with a "Yield" sign, you must: A.Yield the right-of-way to cross traffic that is near enough to cause conflict. B. Yield the right-of-way only to vehicles on your right. C. Always slow down and proceed without stopping.
A.Yield the right-of-way to cross traffic that is near enough to cause conflict. At a yield sign, you must slow down or stop, if necessary, and give the right-of-way to crossing or merging vehicles. Yield the right-of-way to any cross traffic that is close enough to cause conflict.
What is the speed limit at a blind intersection? A. 10 MPH B. 15 MPH C. 20 MPH D. 25 MPH
B. 15 MPH A blind intersection is one where there are no signs posted and you can't see in either direction for 100 feet.
When coming up to a railroad crossing with signals flashing and/or ringing, how far back must you stop? A. 10 feet B. 15 feet C. 20 feet D. 50 feet
B. 15 feet You must stop at least 15 feet, but no more than 50 feet, away from the crossing.
The speed limit in any alley is: A. 20 mph. B. 15 mph. C. 25 mph.
B. 15 mph. The speed limit in any alley is 15 mph. This is always the speed limit, whether or not it is posted.
The speed limit at an uncontrolled railroad crossing is: A. 25 mph. B. 15 mph. C. 20 mph.
B. 15 mph. When you are within 100 feet of an uncontrolled railroad crossing where you cannot see the tracks for 400 feet in both directions, the speed limit is 15 mph.
As the driver, you can incur a traffic violation if any passenger under ____ years old is caught riding without a seatbelt in your car. A. 14 years old B. 16 years old C. 18 years old D. 21 years old
B. 16 years old Even if your passengers are older than this, both you and they can receive a traffic ticket if found without a seat belt.
Alcohol in any concentration is: A.A stimulant. B. A depressant. C. Neither of the above.
B. A depressant. Alcohol, in any concentration, is a depressant. It slows all nerve impulses and bodily functions, resulting in a lessening of inhibitions and negatively affecting a consumer's ability to concentrate and stay alert.
It is dangerous to follow a motorcycle too closely because: A. They do not follow the same rules as motor vehicles. B. A motorcycle can stop much faster than a standard vehicle. C. They brake more slowly than motor vehicles.
B. A motorcycle can stop much faster than a standard vehicle. Motorcycles can stop quickly and following them too closely endangers your life and that of the motorcyclist. If the motorcyclist makes a mistake, you need to have enough time and space to avoid a crash.
What is a traffic break? A. A pause in a traffic jam where vehicles begin to once again drive over 20 MPH B. A tactic used by law enforcement to stop traffic in the event of an emergency or road hazard C. A gap in the center median that allows you to make a U-turn D. The use of orange construction barrels to gradually close off one or multiple lanes of traffic due to road work
B. A tactic used by law enforcement to stop traffic in the event of an emergency or road hazard During a traffic break, an officer will drive in a zig-zag pattern across all lanes of traffic with their emergency lights on, so as to slow or stop all vehicles. If a traffic break occurs in front of you, throw on your hazard flashers to alert the vehicles behind you, and reduce your speed gradually.
Remove all snow, frost, and ice from: A. Just the windshield. B. All windows. C. Just the windshield and passenger window.
B. All windows. It is important that you are able to see clearly through all of your vehicle's windows, including the windshield. Remove all snow, ice, and frost from your vehicle's windows and mirrors before you start to drive.
Dim your headlights for oncoming vehicles or when you are within 300 feet of a vehicle: A. That you are approaching from behind. B. Approaching you from behind. C. That you have already passed.
B. Approaching you from behind. You are required to dim your headlights to low beams within 500 feet of a vehicle that is coming toward you and within 300 feet of a vehicle that you are following.
You should increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead when you: A. Are following a small passenger vehicle. B. Are being tailgated by another driver. C. Are driving more slowly than the posted speed limit.
B. Are being tailgated by another driver. When being tailgated, create extra space in front of your vehicle and do not brake suddenly. Slow down gradually or merge into another lane to prevent a collision with the tailgater.
You should yield to a pedestrian: A. Only if they are in a crosswalk. B. At all times, even if the pedestrian is not obeying traffic laws. C. Only if the traffic lights are in the pedestrian's favor.
B. At all times, even if the pedestrian is not obeying traffic laws. Always be aware of pedestrians near your vehicle. You must do everything you can to prevent striking a pedestrian, regardless of the circumstances.
You must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog: A. Only when the guide dog is leading the person across the street. B. At all times. C. Only if a crossing guard is present.
B. At all times. Pedestrians who use guide dogs or white canes (with or without a red tip) must be given the right-of-way at all times.
If there is a deep puddle on the road ahead, you should: A. Maintain the posted speed to make it through the water. B. Avoid the puddle if possible. C. Shift into neutral as you drive through the water.
B. Avoid the puddle if possible. To prevent skidding on slippery surfaces, avoid especially slippery areas, such as ice patches, wet leaves, oil, or deep puddles. The safest surface for driving is a dry, solid surface.
If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must: A.Slow down because the lane ends ahead. B. Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead. C. Change lanes and maintain your current speed.
B. Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead. As you enter a work zone, signs and message boards will warn you of workers, slow-moving equipment, and/or closed lanes ahead. You should reduce your speed and be prepared to slow down or stop.
When changing lanes, you should never: A. Look over your shoulder to check your blind spot. B. Change lanes abruptly or spontaneously. C. Check for other vehicles moving into the same lane.
B. Change lanes abruptly or spontaneously. When changing lanes, you must be sure that there are no vehicles in the space you want to enter. Check for other vehicles behind and to the side of your vehicle by checking your mirrors and blind spots. Always use the proper turn signal before changing lanes to allow surrounding vehicles time to react to your movements.
Which of the following is not a safe driving practice when driving on the interstate? A. Slower traffic must keep to the right. B. Change lanes without signaling. C. If you miss your exit, you must go to the next exit.
B. Change lanes without signaling. You should always signal when moving your vehicle to the right or left. On an interstate, you should stay in the right lane if you are moving more slowly than the surrounding traffic. It is illegal to back up or make a U-turn on interstate highways, so if you miss your exit, you should proceed to the next exit.
To enter a gap in highway traffic: A. Watch only the vehicles behind the gap. B. Check behind you, then watch the vehicle ahead. C. Speed up and let the other vehicles make way.
B. Check behind you, then watch the vehicle ahead. Whenever you want to change lanes or enter traffic, you must be sure that there are no vehicles in your way in the lane you want to enter. Always check for traffic to the side of and behind your vehicle before you change lanes.
Before stopping your vehicle at a traffic signal or sign, you should: A. Press down hard on the accelerator. B. Check your mirrors for surrounding traffic. C. Set the parking brake.
B. Check your mirrors for surrounding traffic. When stopping your vehicle on the roadway, first check your mirrors for traffic. Be aware of surrounding drivers as you release the accelerator and allow your vehicle to slow. Move your foot to the brake pedal and press with steady pressure for a smooth stop.
If you come to a railroad crossing with lowered gates and flashing warning lights, you should: A. Drive around the crossing gates if you can't see a train. B. Come to a complete stop well behind the gates, wait for the tracks to clear, and proceed once the gates are lifted. C. Slow down and drive around the gates.
B. Come to a complete stop well behind the gates, wait for the tracks to clear, and proceed once the gates are lifted. You must stop at a railroad crossing where signs, warning devices, or flaggers warn you of the presence of a train. It is illegal to drive around lowered gates.
In what direction does a roundabout travel? A. Clockwise B. Counterclockwise C. North to south D. East to west
B. Counterclockwise Enter the roundabout and always travel counterclockwise, yielding the right of way to any traffic/pedestrians already in the traffic circle.
When driving on a wet road, how should you adjust your speed? A. Reduce your speed immediately by half B. Drive 5 to 10 MPH slower. C. Keep your speed the same and increase your reaction awareness D. Vary your speed based on hard it's raining
B. Drive 5 to 10 MPH slower. This will help prevent hydroplaning on slick or oily surfaces, giving your tires the opportunity to grip the road.
When driving in a construction zone: A. Slightly increase your speed. B. Expect the unexpected. C.Expect construction workers to yield to motorists.
B. Expect the unexpected You may encounter unexpected conditions in a construction zone. For the safety of yourself, other drivers, and construction workers, drive with extraordinary caution.
You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You should drive: A.Closer behind the truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle. B. Farther behind the truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle. C. To the right side of the truck and wait to pass.
B. Farther behind the truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle. It is necessary to follow farther behind a large truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle because trucks have larger blind spots.
What is the only medically proven method of removing alcohol or other drug combinations from your system? A.Breathe in some fresh air. B. Give your body time. C. Drink coffee.
B. Give your body time. Alcohol takes effect quickly and is slow to leave your system. Cold showers, black coffee, and exercise will do nothing to reduce a person's blood alcohol content (BAC). The only way to lower your BAC is to wait.
If you drive 55 mph in a 55 mph zone, you can be given a speeding ticket: A. Under no circumstances because it is always legal. B. If the road or weather conditions require a slower speed. C. Only if you are approaching a sharp curve in the road.
B. If the road or weather conditions require a slower speed. California has a "Basic Speed Law," which means that you may never drive faster than would be safe in current conditions. Even if your speed is slower than the posted limit, you may still be cited if you are going too fast for conditions. When deciding how quickly to drive, drivers should take multiple factors into account, such as the speed of surrounding vehicles, the condition of the road surface, the presence of bicyclists and pedestrians, and weather conditions
Smoking inside a vehicle with a person younger than 18 years of age is: A. Legal, if it is your child. B. Illegal at all times. C. Not restricted by law.
B. Illegal at all times. In California, it is illegal to smoke in a vehicle at any time when a minor is present.
You should use your horn when: A.Another vehicle is in your way. B. It may help prevent a collision. C. Another driver makes a mistake.
B. It may help prevent a collision. Only use your horn when it is necessary to avoid collisions. Do not use your horn if a driver or bicyclist is moving slowly and you want him or her to drive faster or get out of your way.
Using a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle is considered a distraction because: A. It causes the driver to be concerned about the cost of the call. B. It occupies the driver's hands, eyes, and mind. C. It is an activity that draws the attention of other drivers.
B. It occupies the driver's hands, eyes, and mind. Using a cell phone while driving is dangerous because it occupies the user's eyes, hands, and mind. Even the most skilled drivers increase their risk of being involved in a crash by using a cell phone on the road.
Any amount of alcohol in the blood may affect a driver's: A. Right-of-way privileges. B. Judgment and physical coordination. C. Knowledge.
B. Judgment and physical coordination. A driver's ability to safely operate a vehicle may be impaired at any BAC level, even a level lower than the legal limit. Any amount of alcohol can affect one's judgment and physical coordination. Driving under the influence of even a small amount of alcohol can lead to criminal charges.
The first thing that alcohol effects is: A.Vision. B. Judgment. C. Balance.
B. Judgment. Alcohol reduces all of the important abilities you need to drive safely. Alcohol goes from your stomach to your blood, then from your blood to all other parts of your body. Alcohol affects the areas of your brain that control judgment and skill
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true? A. They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle. B. Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles. C. Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rearview mirrors.
B. Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles. Blind spots are areas that a driver cannot see if they look in their mirrors. Large trucks have large blind spots that drivers of other vehicles should avoid.
Continuous hard braking on ice and snow often: A. Helps you stop faster. B. Locks the front wheels of a vehicle, causing a loss of steering. C. Keeps the brakes from freezing.
B. Locks the front wheels of a vehicle, causing a loss of steering. Continuous hard braking on snow and ice can result in the locking of the front brake, causing a loss of steering. To avoid the need for excessive braking, make sure to maintain an appropriate speed for conditions.
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: A. Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously. B. Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming. C. Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason.
B. Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming. Any time you come to a place where people may cross or enter your path, or where one line of traffic meets another, you should look to the left and right sides of your vehicle to make sure no one is coming.
When driving in fog, it is best to drive with: A. High beam headlights. B. Low beam headlights. C. Four-way flashers.
B. Low beam headlights. Use low beam headlights when driving in fog, rain, or snow. High beams may reflect off of the weather and make visibility even poorer.
Motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds are not easy to see; therefore, you should: A. Slow down when driving. B. Make constant visual checks. C. Share a lane with a motorcycle.
B. Make constant visual checks. Motorcycles can be easily hidden in a vehicle's blind spot or missed in a quick look due to their small size. Drivers of cars must always be alert and looking for motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters.
Make room for cars that are entering the freeway by: A. Slowing down. B. Merging into a different lane. C. Maintaining your speed and position.
B. Merging into a different lane. Make room for vehicles that are entering a freeway. If possible, merge into the next lane to create a gap for the incoming vehicles. If you cannot merge, adjust your speed to allow for the vehicles to enter traffic as smoothly and safely as possible.
You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There are no injuries and there is very little vehicle damage. You should: A. Leave your vehicle in the traffic lane until law enforcement arrives. B. Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible. C. Not move your vehicle for any reason.
B. Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible. After a collision, if no one has been injured or killed and you can safely do so, you should move your vehicle out of the traffic lane.
If you approach a flashing red traffic light, you: A. Are traveling in the wrong direction. B. Must treat the intersection as if it is controlled by a stop sign. C. May not proceed until it changes to green.
B. Must treat the intersection as if it is controlled by a stop sign. Treat a flashing red light the same as a stop sign. Come to a complete stop at the stop line or, if there is no stop line, prior to the crosswalk and before entering the intersection. Yield to all other traffic and pedestrians.
California's "Basic Speed Law" says you must: A. Keep your speed close to that of other traffic. B. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. C. Always drive at the posted speed limit.
B. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. The "Basic Speed Law" states that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. For example, if you drive at 45 mph in a 55 mph zone during a dense fog, even though you are below the posted limit, you may be cited for driving "too fast for conditions."
You may make a left turn on a red light only from a: A.One-way street onto a two-way street. B. One-way street onto a one-way street. C. Two-way street onto a one-way street.
B. One-way street onto a one-way street. A left turn against a red light can only be made from a one-way street onto a one-way street. Signal and stop for a red traffic light at the marked limit line.
Various traffic control devices in construction and maintenance work areas are the color: A. Red. B. Orange. C. Yellow.
B. Orange Orange warning signs are used in and around work zones. Use special caution when you see orange signs, cones, or barriers on a roadway.
As you approach the top of a hill, you should: A.Speed up slightly. B. Prepare to stop, if needed. C. Maintain a steady speed.
B. Prepare to stop, if needed. You may not know what is on the other side of a hill or just around a curve, even if you have driven the road many times. If a vehicle is stalled just out of sight on the roadway, you must be able to stop. Whenever you come to a hill or curve, adjust your speed so you can stop if necessary.
Having a driver license is a: A. Right, not a privilege. B. Privilege, not a right. C. Requirement.
B. Privilege, not a right. Holding a driver license is not a right. It is a privilege that must be earned and maintained.
When driving in work zones, you should: A.Increase your speed to get through the zone as quickly as possible. B. Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop suddenly. C. Maintain your normal speed the whole way through the zone.
B. Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop suddenly. When entering and driving through a work zone, slow down and be prepared to stop. Obey posted speed limits and be alert to conditions around you. Workers could be present.
If you are riding in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and a separate shoulder belt, you are: A. Only required to use the lap belt. B. Required to use both the lap and shoulder belts. C. Only required to use the shoulder belt.
B. Required to use both the lap and shoulder belts. If your vehicle is equipped with a lap belt and a separate shoulder belt, you are required to use both.
You want to park uphill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which direction do you turn your front wheels? A. Straight ahead B. Right, toward the side of the road C. Left, toward the center of the road
B. Right, toward the side of the road When parking either uphill or downhill on a road that has no curb, you should turn your wheels so that the vehicle will roll away from the center of the road if the brakes fail.
You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels? A. Straight ahead B. Right, toward the side of the road C. Left, toward the center of the road
B. Right, toward the side of the road When parking facing downhill on a road with or without a curb, or when facing uphill on a road without a curb, turn your front wheels toward the edge of the road so your vehicle will roll away from traffic if the brakes fail. However, when parking uphill on a road with a curb, turn your wheels toward the center of the road so the vehicle will roll into the curb if the brakes fail.
Before returning to your original lane after passing another vehicle, you should: A. Beep your horn. B. See both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. C. Flash your headlights.
B. See both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.
You enter a designated turn lane to make a left turn at an upcoming intersection. There is oncoming traffic. You should: A.Move to the left of the center lane. B. Signal before you arrive at the intersection. C. Turn your front wheels to the left to be prepared to turn.
B. Signal before you arrive at the intersection. When making a left turn, you should always begin signaling about 100 feet before the turn. You should keep your front wheels aiming straight ahead until it is safe to start your turn. This ensures that you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic if another vehicle hits you from behind.
If you come across livestock or other animals on the roadway, you should: A. Swerve out of the way. B. Slow down and stop. C. Ignore them.
B. Slow down and stop. If you are driving and come across an animal of any kind in the road, try to slow down and stop if it's safe to do so. Swerving to avoid an animal can be dangerous because your vehicle may lose control and cause an accident.
When driving under low-visibility conditions due to fog, you should: A. Turn on your high beam headlights. B. Slow down and use your low beam headlights. C. Increase your speed so you do not cause an accident.
B. Slow down and use your low beam headlights. When driving in fog, you should slow down and use your low beam lights. If the fog is so dense that you cannot see, pull off the road and wait for the fog to clear.
If you approach a stopped emergency vehicle or tow truck that is on the side of the road you should. A. Continue driving as you were so as not to impede traffic behind you. B. Slow down and, if possible and safe, move over a lane C. Cross as far to the other side of the road as you can, as quickly as possible D. Reduce your speed to below 20 MPH
B. Slow down and, if possible and safe, move over a lane This gives the vehicle, and any people on the side of the road, a safety buffer and reduces the risk of roadway deaths.
If you are driving and a tire suddenly goes flat, you should: A. Rapidly pump the brake pedal several times. B. Slow down gradually and not brake. C. Press down on the brake pedal as hard as you can.
B. Slow down gradually and not brake. If a tire blows out or suddenly goes flat while you are driving, grip the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle aiming straight. Take your foot off the accelerator and do not brake. Allow the vehicle to slow by itself and use the brakes gently, but only if necessary. Pull off the road when it is safe to do so.
In traffic moving at 50 to 55 mph, you are least likely to have an accident if you: A. Drive a few miles per hour faster than most other vehicles. B. Stay within that speed range. C. Drive a few miles per hour slower than most other vehicles.
B. Stay within that speed range. You should adjust your speed to travel smoothly with the other traffic on a roadway (provided that the other traffic is driving within the posted speed limits). Remember that vehicles moving in the same direction at the same speed cannot hit each other. Crashes involving multiple vehicles often happen when some vehicles are traveling at different speeds than others.
If you are driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding to the left, you should: A. Steer to the right. B. Steer to the left. C. Tap your brakes lightly and shift into neutral.
B. Steer to the left. If your vehicle enters a skid, you should take your foot off of the brake and steer in the direction that you want to go. For example, if the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the left, you should steer to the left. This will help bring the front of the vehicle in line with the rear, thereby straightening out the vehicle's overall direction.
When crossing a sidewalk to enter traffic from an alley or driveway, drivers should: A. Stop only if pedestrians are on the sidewalk. B. Stop before driving onto the sidewalk or sidewalk area. C. Expect pedestrians on the sidewalk to yield the right-of-way.
B. Stop before driving onto the sidewalk or sidewalk area. When leaving an alley, driveway, or parking lot to enter a roadway, you must stop before driving onto a sidewalk or sidewalk area. Pedestrians and existing traffic have the right-of-way.
The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do? A. Cautiously pass the vehicle at 10 mph or slower. B. Stop, proceeding only when all the pedestrians have crossed. C. Change lanes, look carefully, and pass the stopped vehicle.
B. Stop, proceeding only when all the pedestrians have crossed. You must not pass a vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk. There may be pedestrians crossing the street that you cannot see. Instead, stop, proceeding only after all pedestrians have crossed.
A vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard. What should you do first? A. Honk and step on the brake firmly. B. Take your foot off the gas pedal. C. Swerve into the lane next to you.
B. Take your foot off the gas pedal. If a vehicle merges in front of you too closely, take your foot off of the accelerator. This will create space between you and the vehicle ahead without requiring you to slam on your brakes or swerve into another lane.
At a "T" intersection without a posted traffic sign or light, who has the right of way? A. Whoever reaches the intersection first. B. The traffic/pedestrians on the through road C. The traffic/pedestrians on the cross road D. The traffic/pedestrians on the right-hand side, if you reach the intersection at the same time.
B. The traffic/pedestrians on the through road
Which of the following is true about vehicles displaying a diamond-shaped sign that indicates a hazardous load? A. They are not allowed to drive on freeways. B. They must stop before crossing railroad tracks. C. They are not allowed to exceed 35 mph.
B. They must stop before crossing railroad tracks. Vehicles displaying hazardous load signs are required to stop before crossing railroad tracks.
If you park facing uphill on a street with a curb, set the parking brake and: A. Turn the front wheels toward the curb. B. Turn the front wheels away from the curb. C. Leave the front wheels straight.
B. Turn the front wheels away from the curb. When parking uphill on a road that has a curb, your wheels should be turned away from the curb. When parking uphill on a street without a curb or when parking downhill, your wheels should be turned toward the curb or edge of the road.
You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car: A. If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left. B. Under no circumstances. C. If the shoulder is wide enough.
B. Under no circumstances. Passing on the right is permissible only if it is possible to do so without driving off the roadway. Never pass another vehicle on the shoulder because the other driver will not expect you to be there and may pull off the road
If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should: A. Use only the lap belt. B. Use both the lap and shoulder belts. C. Use only the shoulder belt.
B. Use both the lap and shoulder belts. If your vehicle has a two-part seat belt system, be sure to wear both the lap belt and the shoulder belt. Wearing either part alone greatly reduces your protection. If you have an automatic shoulder belt, be sure to buckle your lap belt as well.
When parking your vehicle on any hill: A. One of your rear wheels should touch the curb. B. Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in "park." C. Your front wheels should be parallel to the road, if there is no curb.
B. Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in "park." When parking on a hill, you should always leave your vehicle in gear or in the "park" position. If there is no curb, you should turn your front wheels so that the vehicle will roll away from the center of the road if the brakes fail. If there is a curb, the front wheels should be turned toward it (if headed downhill) or away from and gently touching it (if headed uphill).
Which of the following statements is correct? A. Use your left foot to brake. B. Use your right foot for both braking and accelerating your vehicle. C. You should always brake abruptly to ensure stopping.
B. Use your right foot for both braking and accelerating your vehicle. Use your right foot for both braking and accelerating. You should apply the brakes gently with increasing pressure so that your vehicle stops gradually and smoothly.
If a motorist sees pedestrians in an upcoming crosswalk, what should the motorist do? A. Continue ahead. The motorist has the right-of-way. B. Wait for the pedestrians to cross the street. C. Pull to the right and go around the pedestrians.
B. Wait for the pedestrians to cross the street. A driver must yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian within a crosswalk. The driver should wait until the intersection is clear to proceed.
You should allow an extra cushion of space: A. When following a station wagon. B. When following a driver who cannot see the rear of their vehicle. C. When following a small passenger car.
B. When following a driver who cannot see the rear of their vehicle. Drivers of trucks, buses, vans, or any vehicles pulling campers or trailers may not be able to see you if you are driving directly behind them. Increase your following distance when driving behind one of these vehicles. Additionally, large vehicles can block your view of the road, so increase your following distance to look around the sides of the vehicle and see the road ahead.
In which of the following scenarios should your wheels not be pointed straight ahead? A. When waiting to make a left turn at a traffic light. B. When parked on a hill or sloping driveway. C. When parked on the side of a level roadway where there is no curb.
B. When parked on a hill or sloping driveway. While waiting to turn left, keep your wheels pointed straight ahead until it is safe to start your turn. If a vehicle hits you from behind, this will prevent you from veering into oncoming traffic. When parked facing either uphill or downhill, turn the wheels so the vehicle will not roll into traffic if the brakes fail.
U-turns in residential districts are legal: A. On a one-way street on a green arrow. B. When there are no vehicles approaching nearby. C. Across sets of solid double yellow lines.
B. When there are no vehicles approaching nearby. U-turns are permitted in residential areas if there are no vehicles approaching within 200 feet. They are also permitted when a traffic sign, light, or signal protects you from approaching vehicles.
Where is it safe to pass another vehicle? A. Within an intersection where there are no oncoming vehicles B. Wherever signs and/or pavement markings permit passing C. Within a curve where there are no oncoming vehicles
B. Wherever signs and/or pavement markings permit passing Never pass within intersections or at other intersecting points, such as parking lot entrances and alleyways. Any time your view is blocked by a curve or a hill, you should stay in your lane and assume that there is an oncoming vehicle just out of sight. Wherever signs and/or pavement markings permit passing other vehicles, you will have to determine whether or not you have enough space to pass in a safe manner.
You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the: A. The Vehicle in front of you moves to the right to let you pass. B. Yellow line next to your side of the road is broken. C. Yellow line next to the opposite side of the road is broken.
B. Yellow line next to your side of the road is broken. A broken yellow line in the center of the road indicates that traffic next to the broken yellow line may pass, if it is safe to do so. More >
While driving on a roadway with a single broken white centerline: A.You must stay within your lane. B. You may cross the centerline to change lanes. C. You may change lanes only from the left lane.
B. You may cross the centerline to change lanes. White lines between lanes indicate that the lanes are traveling in the same direction. Broken white line markings indicate that it is legal to pass another vehicle when safe.
If you want to pass a bicyclists riding on the right edge of your lane: A. You must honk your horn before passing the bicyclist. B. You must not squeeze past the bicyclist. C. You may not pass the bicyclist for any reason.
B. You must not squeeze past the bicyclist. When passing a bicyclist, you must allow at least three feet of space between your vehicle and the bicycle whenever possible. You must not squeeze the bicyclist off the road.
When driving on gravel or dirt roads: A. Your tires grip the road better than when you are driving on pavement. B. Your tires do not have as much traction as they do on pavement, so you must slow down. C. Visibility is better than on pavement.
B. Your tires do not have as much traction as they do on pavement, so you must slow down. Your tires do not have as much traction on loose gravel and dirt roads as they do on concrete and asphalt roads. When driving on gravel or dirt, you must slow down. It will take you much longer to stop and it is much easier to skid when turning.
How much room do you minimally need to safely pass another vehicle? * A. 500 feet B. 1/4 mile C. 1/3 mile D. Half a mile
C. 1/3 mile Never try to pass another vehicle without having at least 1/3 mile of clear, visible distance ahead of you—especially if there is a hill in the distance. It should be no closer than 1/3 mile away.
If you are involved in a collision with another driver that involves an injury, you must report the incident to the DMV within: A. 24 hours B. 5 days C. 10 days D. 30 days
C. 10 days Each driver needs to file a separate report—the police or Highway Patrol won't make a report for you, even if a police report is filed.
How much farther ahead should you scan the road for potential dangers? A. 4 to 6 seconds B. 6 to 10 seconds C. 10 to 15 seconds D. 15 to 30 seconds
C. 10 to 15 seconds This allows you to see any hazards coming your way and gives you enough time to react to them.
You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn. A. 50 feet B. 75 feet C. 100 feet
C. 100 feet When making a left turn, you should begin signaling 100 feet before beginning the turn.
Among other scenarios, a U-turn is considered illegal if you cannot see at least _____ in both directions before turning. A. 50 feet B. 100 feet C. 200 feet D. 500 feet
C. 200 feet U-turns are also prohibited in business districts, in front of fire stations, at railroad crossings, on one-way streets, on divided highways with center medians, and where "No U-turn" signs are posted.
When parallel parking, you should choose a parking space that is at least _____ longer than your own car's length. A. 6 inches B. 1 foot C. 3 feet D. 5 feet
C. 3 feet This will give you and the vehicles around you enough room to maneuver your cars into and out of your respective spots.
You're traveling at 55 MPH on the highway, and you need to brake very suddenly. How long will it take your car to come to a complete stop? A. 100 feet B. 200 feet C. 400 feet D. 600 feet
C. 400 feet Under perfect weather and road conditions, assuming your brakes are good, it will take your vehicle at least 400 feet to stop after you react. This is why it's so important to keep a respectable following distance between yourself and the cars around you.
At what speed can your tires begin to hydroplane on slippery roads in heavy rain? A. 30 MPH B. 40 MPH C. 50 MPH D. 60 MPH
C. 50 MPH At this speed when driving in the rain, your tires can completely lose their grip on the pavement, and a slight gust of wind can send your vehicle skidding. Always slow your speed to accommodate the current weather conditions.
Which child would require a child passenger restraint system? A. A 9-year-old who is 4 feet 10 inches tall B. A 10-year-old who is 5 feet 3 inches tall C. A 7-year-old who is 4 feet 8 inches tall
C. A 7-year-old who is 4 feet 8 inches tall Children who are eight years old or older, or who have reached at least 4 feet 9 inches in height, may use a properly secured safety belt meeting federal standards. Other children must be seated in a child passenger restraint system.
Which of the following is most likely to be slippery in cold weather after snow or rain? A. A hilly, open road B. A residential road C. A road in a shaded area
C. A road in a shaded area On cold, wet days, shaded spots on a roadway can become icy. Shaded areas often freeze before, and thaw out after, the rest of a road
Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving? A. If you can walk in a straight line after drinking, it is safe to drive. B. If you are under the legal blood alcohol concentration limit, your driving isn't impaired. C. Alcohol affects judgement, which is needed to drive safely.
C. Alcohol affects judgement, which is needed to drive safely. Being under the influence of alcohol affects your judgment. Good judgement is necessary to react appropriately to things that you see or hear while on the road. Even if you are below the legal blood alcohol limit, consuming any amount of alcohol is likely to affect your ability to drive safely.
Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive? A. Tranquilizers, marijuana, and sedatives. B. Cough syrups and cold tablets containing codeine or antihistamines. C. All of the above.
C. All of the above. A number of drugs can impair your ability to drive, including depressant medications like tranquilizers and sedatives; over-the-counter cough syrups, cold tablets, and allergy medications (which may contain impairing substances like alcohol, codeine, or antihistamines); and illegal drugs.
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: A. The carpool lane and must merge into the next lane. B. A special lane for slow-moving vehicles. C. An exit lane.
C. An exit lane. Freeway lanes that are ending will usually be marked by large broken lines painted on the pavement. If you are driving in a lane marked with these broken lines, be prepared to exit the freeway or for the lane to end.
You must look for bicyclists in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they: A. Must ride facing oncoming traffic. B. Illegally share lanes with motor vehicles. C. Are entitled to share the road with motor vehicles.
C. Are entitled to share the road with motor vehicles. Bicyclists have the right to operate on the road and may lawfully be permitted to ride on certain sections of freeways where there is no alternate route and bicycling is not forbidden by a sign. Watch for bicyclists and share the road when they are present.
When stopped at a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if you: A.First come to a complete stop. B. Wait until the light changes. C. Are in the proper lane and the intersection is clear.
C. Are in the proper lane and the intersection is clear. You may proceed in the direction that a green arrow signal is pointing if you are in the proper lane, regardless of any other signals that are displayed. Before turning, you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and vehicles already within the intersection.
You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions: A. Only if you see orange cones on the road ahead. B. Unless they conflict with existing signs, signals, or laws. C. At all times.
C. At all times. Obey special signs or instructions from flaggers. Driving carefully through work zones improves safety for drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and road workers.
If you miss your exit on the freeway, you should not: A. Continue on the freeway and find an alternate route to your destination. B. Proceed to the next exit, leave the freeway, and return to your proper exit. C. Back up on the road or shoulder.
C. Back up on the road or shoulder. If you miss your turn or exit, do not back up in the travel lane or on the shoulder. Continue to drive to the next exit or crossroad. Drivers do not expect a vehicle to be backing toward them on the roadway and doing so will likely cause a collision.
Which of the following is a dangerous habit when driving in work zones? A. Tailgating another vehicle B. Failing to carefully watch for workers and moving equipment C. Both of the above
C. Both of the above When driving in a work zone, adjust your speed for the traffic conditions and don't follow other vehicles too closely. Be attentive to workers and machines in the work zone.
It is unlawful to: A. Pass another vehicle in any marked no passing zone. B. Pass another vehicle over a railroad crossing. C. Both of the above.
C. Both of the above. It is illegal to cross the centerline to pass when driving on hills, in curves, and in other locations where you cannot see ahead far enough to pass safely. You may not pass at street crossings, at railroad crossings, where signs indicate no passing zones, or where a solid yellow line is next to your lane. You may not pass when the vehicle in front of you has stopped for a pedestrian or when driving in work zones where passing would be hazardous.
What does a traffic signal with a yellow left arrow indicate? A. Drivers should prepare to yield to oncoming traffic. B. The protected left turn is about to end. C. Both of the above.
C. Both of the above. When a protected turn arrow changes from green to yellow, drivers must prepare to yield to oncoming traffic. A yellow arrow indicates that the protected left turn is ending.
You are required to stop your vehicle: A. At any intersection where a police officer orders you to stop. B. Where there is a red traffic light. C. Both of the above.
C. Both of the above. You must come to a complete stop at a steady or flashing red traffic light. You must always obey instructions given by officers directing traffic, regardless of any posted signs or traffic signals.
What usually causes a locked wheel skid? A. Braking too hard at a slow speed B. Braking lightly at a slow speed C. Braking too hard at a fast speed
C. Braking too hard at a fast speed A locked wheel skid is most commonly caused by a driver braking too hard while traveling at a high speed. Drivers should use their brakes smoothly and gradually.
Sudden wind gusts on highways: A. Generally affect only the movement of large vehicles. B. Only cause visibility problems. C. Can cause problems for all vehicles.
C. Can cause problems for all vehicles. While it can create special problems for large vehicles, strong wind can cause problems for all drivers. Wind can lower visibility by blowing dirt and dust into the roadway, but it can sometimes also physically move a vehicle.
When entering an interstate highway, you should: A. Stop, check for cars, and enter when safe. B. Check for cars and reduce your speed to 25 mph before entering the traffic lane. C. Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear.
C. Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear. Rather than stopping (as you would when entering other roads), you must use the merging or acceleration lane to speed up and smoothly merge with fast-moving traffic already on the interstate.
When you approach a set of "yield lines" on the road, what must you do? A. Begin slowing once you reach the yield lines and come to a stop before the beginning of the intersection B. Use the yield lines as a warning that traffic may be crossing, but continue without stopping if the road is clear C. Come to a complete yield or stop before crossing the lines D. Continue driving—other drivers must yield to you
C. Come to a complete yield or stop before crossing the lines Treat yield lines the same as you would a stop sign or yellow yield sign.
You are approaching an intersection with a steady yellow traffic light. If you have not already entered the intersection, you should: A. Speed up to beat the red light. B. Reduce you speed and proceed carefully through the intersection. C. Come to a safe stop.
C. Come to a safe stop. When a steady yellow light appears on a traffic signal, you should prepare to stop. If you are already within the intersection, you should clear the intersection as quickly as possible.
Construction zone signs are generally: A. Square or rectangular with white and red coloring. B. Round or octagonal with black and yellow coloring. C. Diamond-shaped or rectangular with orange and black coloring.
C. Diamond-shaped or rectangular with orange and black coloring. All temporary signs in work zones have an orange background with black letters or symbols. These signs are found on the right side of the road, or on both the left and right sides if the roadway is a divided highway.
In rainy weather, you should be most careful when turning or stopping: A. After it has been raining all day. B. One half hour after it stops raining. C. During the first half hour of rain.
C. During the first half hour of rain. You should be extra careful when turning and stopping during the first half hour of rain. At this point, the oil from cars has not yet washed off the pavement and could be forming a slippery mixture with the rain.
Roadways are the most slippery: A. During a heavy downpour. B. After it has been raining for awhile. C. During the first rain after a dry spell.
C. During the first rain after a dry spell. Many roads are most slippery during the first rain after a dry spell because oil and dust on the road have not previously been washed away.
Drivers are required to obey instructions from: A. Security guards patrolling parking lots. B. Other drivers whose vehicles are broken down on the roadway. C. Flaggers (signal persons) at construction sites.
C. Flaggers (signal persons) at construction sites. Drivers must obey special signs or instructions given by flaggers. They are in place to keep drivers and workers safe.
Curb painted blue means parking is: A. Allowed for no longer than 15 minutes. B. Only allowed when picking up or dropping off passengers. C. For disabled persons with a special placard or plate.
C. For disabled persons with a special placard or plate. A blue curb indicates an area where parking is permitted only for a disabled person, or driver of a disabled person, who displays a placard or special license plate for disabled persons or disabled veterans.
It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway, reducing your visibility. You should decrease your speed and turn on your: A. Interior lights. B. Parking lights. C. Headlights.
C. Headlights. Drivers must use their headlights any time conditions prevent them from seeing other vehicles. Conditions with lowered visibility include dust, clouds, rain, snow, smoke, or fog on or near the roadway.
When passing another car, you have enough space to return to the driving lane: A. If the other driver signals for you to re-enter the lane. B. If you look over your shoulder and see the passed car behind you. C. If you can see both of the passed vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror.
C. If you can see both of the passed vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror. Before you return to the driving lane when completing a pass, be sure there is a safe gap between your vehicle and the passed vehicle. When you can see both headlights of the vehicle in your rearview mirror, it is safe to return to the driving lane.
When are you permitted to pass another driver on the right-hand side? A. Always B. If there's enough room on the highway shoulder to get around them C. If you're on an open highway with at least 2 lanes driving in the same direction, or a driver in front of you is turning left and you have an open lane to your right. D. Never
C. If you're on an open highway with at least 2 lanes driving in the same direction, or a driver in front of you is turning left and you have an open lane to your right. Never drive off the road or onto the shoulder to pass another driver. Always pass on your left, if you're able, unless the other driver is making a left-hand turn.
You are preparing to exit the interstate. When should you start reducing your speed? A. About halfway through the deceleration lane. B. As you approach the deceleration lane. C. Immediately upon entering the deceleration lane.
C. Immediately upon entering the deceleration lane. When leaving an interstate, you should maintain your speed until you enter the deceleration lane, at which point you should reduce your speed to the exit ramp's posted advisory speed.
Stopping distances and the severity of collisions: A. Decrease as a vehicle's speed increases. B. Are not affected by a vehicle's speed. C. Increase as a vehicle's speed increases.
C. Increase as a vehicle's speed increases. Excessive vehicle speed can have disastrous effects. As a vehicle's speed increases, the potential impact of a collision also increases, elevating the possibility of serious injury and death. Increase your following distance as your speed increases to ensure that you will be able to stop safely if needed.
When driving at night, you should: A. Always use your high beams. B. Look directly at the headlights of an oncoming vehicle. C. Increase your following distance.
C. Increase your following distance. Increase your following distance when it is difficult to see due to darkness. Use headlights to increase visibility, following the rules for proper use of high beams and low beams. Avoid looking directly at the headlights of an oncoming vehicle to avoid being blinded by the glare.
Streets and highways are most slippery: A.When it has been raining hard for several hours. B. When they are clean and dry. C. Just after it starts to rain.
C. Just after it starts to rain. Driving during the first half hour of rainfall is dangerous because roadways become extremely slippery when the water mixes with oil and other chemicals on the road surfaces that have not yet washed away. Use extra caution when driving on slippery roads.
Work zone barriers, drums, cones, and signs are used to: A. Make drivers angry about slow traffic. B. Inconvenience drivers. C. Keep traffic out of hazardous work zones.
C. Keep traffic out of hazardous work zones. Work zones on highways have become increasingly dangerous places for both workers and drivers. When approaching a work zone, watch for materials such as cones, barrels, signs, large vehicles, and workers in brightly colored vests to warn you and direct you.
You hit a parked vehicle and can't find the owner. What must you do? A. Call your insurance company when you get home. B. Wait for the owner to return. C. Leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle.
C. Leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle. If you hit a parked vehicle or other property, you must leave a note with your name, phone number, and address securely attached to the vehicle or property that you hit.
When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving: A. At or near the speed of the freeway traffic. B. At the legal speed limit. C. More slowly than the freeway traffic.
C. More slowly than the freeway traffic. You should enter a freeway at or near the speed of traffic, unless the speed of traffic exceeds the legal speed limit.
There are two traffic lanes moving in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right. If the driver behind you wishes to drive faster, you should: A. Stay in your lane so you don't impede the flow of traffic. B. Drive onto the left shoulder to let the other vehicles pass. C. Move into the right lane when it is safe.
C. Move into the right lane when it is safe. To drive quickly, pass, or turn left, use the left lane. Use the right lane when driving more slowly than surrounding traffic, entering the road, or turning right.
To make a right turn at a corner, you: A. May not enter the bicycle lane. B. Should only merge into the bicycle lane if you stop before turning. C. Must merge into the bicycle lane before turning.
C. Must merge into the bicycle lane before turning. When making a right turn where there is a bicycle lane, you must merge into the bicycle lane no more than 200 feet before the corner and then make the turn. Be sure there are no bicyclists in your path before merging.
You should not use your horn: A. When visibility ahead is limited. B. If you might hit another vehicle. C. Near blind pedestrians.
C. Near blind pedestrians. When driving near a blind pedestrian, using your horn may be dangerous. Yield to the pedestrian and proceed when it is safe to do so.
A curb painted red means: A. Loading zone. B. The area is reserved for picking up or dropping off passengers. C. No parking, standing, or stopping.
C. No parking, standing, or stopping. You may not stop, stand, or park at a red-painted curb.
Collisions are more likely to happen when: A. All vehicles are traveling at about the same speed. B. One lane of traffic is traveling faster than the other lanes. C. One vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic.
C. One vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic. Collisions are more likely to happen when one driver moves faster or slower than the other vehicles on the road. Driving faster than other traffic increases your chance of being involved in a collision. Driving more slowly than other traffic is also dangerous because it can increase the risk of a rear-end collision with your vehicle or cause other drivers to swerve to avoid hitting you.
To see vehicles in your blind spots, you should check: A. The inside rearview mirror. B. The outside rearview mirror. C. Over your shoulders.
C. Over your shoulders. By definition, blind spots are areas that cannot be seen using your mirrors. To check your blind spots, you should look over your shoulders.
When you drive through a construction zone, you should: A. Stop to watch the workers. B. Decrease your following distance. C. Pass the construction zone carefully and not "rubberneck."
C. Pass the construction zone carefully and not "rubberneck." To avoid contributing to chronic traffic congestion, you should not "rubberneck." That is, you should not slow down to look at out-of-the-ordinary things.
When double solid yellow lines separate lanes of traffic: A. Passing is permitted from the left. B. Passing is permitted from the right. C. Passing is not permitted from either direction.
C. Passing is not permitted from either direction. Yellow lines separating lanes of traffic indicate that traffic is moving in opposite directions. Double solid lines indicate that passing is not permitted from either direction.
If it is necessary to make an emergency stop while driving on an interstate, you should: A.Sound your horn at passing cars to get their attention. B. Get out of your vehicle and flag down the first vehicle that passes. C. Pull off the road, turn on your emergency flashers, and stay in your vehicle, if you can.
C. Pull off the road, turn on your emergency flashers, and stay in your vehicle, if you can. If you must stop on the shoulder of the interstate or highway, turn on your emergency flashers to warn other drivers and stay inside your vehicle, if you can. The extremely high speed of traffic makes standing or walking along an interstate highway very dangerous.
If your vehicle has a mechanical problem: A.Signal and pull into the slow lane. B. Stop in your lane and put on your hazard lights. C. Put on your hazard lights and pull off the road. If your vehicle breaks down on a highway, make sure other drivers can see it. Get your vehicle off the road and away from traffic if at all possible and turn on your emergency flashers to show that you are having trouble.
C. Put on your hazard lights and pull off the road. If your vehicle breaks down on a highway, make sure other drivers can see it. Get your vehicle off the road and away from traffic if at all possible and turn on your emergency flashers to show that you are having trouble.
It is illegal to leave a child age ____ or younger alone in a vehicle. A. Eight B. Seven C. Six
C. Six It is never a good idea to leave a child unattended in a car. It is illegal to leave a child who is age six or younger unattended in a vehicle. A child may be left in a car if they are under the supervision of a person age 12 or older.
A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means: A. You should treat the signal like a stop sign. Stop. B.Yield to all cross traffic before crossing in the intersection. C. Slow down and be alert at the upcoming intersection.
C. Slow down and be alert at the upcoming intersection. A flashing yellow signal means "proceed with caution." You should slow down and be alert before entering the upcoming intersection and must yield to any pedestrians, bicycles, or vehicles in the intersection; however, you do not have to stop.
When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection, you should: A.Yield to all traffic before crossing the intersection. B.Stop, then enter the intersection when it is safe to do so. C. Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.
C. Slow down and cross the intersection carefully. A flashing yellow light at an intersection indicates that drivers should slow to a safe and reasonable speed and proceed with caution.
To avoid hydroplaning while driving in rainy conditions, you should: A. Drive at a speed appropriate for ideal conditions. B. Apply your brakes as soon as your car starts to skid. C. Slow down.
C. Slow down. When driving too quickly in wet conditions, your tires may lose all contact with the road surface. Loss of traction will cause the vehicle to ride on top of the water, which is called "hydroplaning." The best way to prevent this from happening is to drive more slowly in rainy or wet conditions than you would when driving during ideal weather conditions.
When entering the interstate on a short entrance ramp where there is no acceleration lane, you should: A. Immediately enter the far-right traffic lane on the interstate and speed up to match the flow of traffic. B. Use the shoulder of the main road to get up to the speed of traffic. C. Speed up and enter the interstate only after you have identified a gap in traffic.
C. Speed up and enter the interstate only after you have identified a gap in traffic. When entering the interstate on a short entrance ramp where there is no acceleration lane, speed up only after you have identified a gap in traffic. In general, you should be stopped while waiting for a gap to appear.
If your car begins to skid out of control, you should: A.Pump the brakes. B. Apply the brakes lightly. C. Stay off the brakes.
C. Stay off the brakes. If your vehicle begins to skid, stay off the brakes. Continue to correct your steering until the vehicle is back under your control and moving safely down the road.
There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should: A. Make eye contact with and then pass the pedestrian. B. Slow down as you pass the pedestrian. C. Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing the street.
C. Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing the street. At an intersection where traffic is not controlled by traffic signal lights, drivers are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians within any crosswalk, marked or unmarked. Even if there is no crosswalk, yield to the pedestrian.
A school bus is stopped ahead of you in your lane with its red lights flashing. You should: A. Stop and proceed when you think all of the children have exited the bus. B. Slow to 25 mph and pass cautiously. C. Stop for as long as the red lights are flashing.
C. Stop for as long as the red lights are flashing. When a stopped school bus is using its flashing red lights, approaching drivers must stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing. If the school bus is on the opposite side of a divided highway, drivers do not need to stop.
Safely backing your vehicle requires all of the following, except: A.Looking over your right shoulder as you back up. B. Checking your vehicle's surroundings. C. Tapping your horn before you back up.
C. Tapping your horn before you back up. Backing up is always dangerous because it is hard to see behind your vehicle. Prior to entering your vehicle, check your surroundings to be aware of any potential hazards. When you are backing out of a parking space, look over your shoulder to maintain awareness of your surroundings.
A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means: A. The same thing as a yield sign. B. The light is about to turn green. C. The same thing as a stop sign.
C. The same thing as a stop sign. A flashing red light at an intersection means drivers are required to come to a complete stop, yield to traffic and pedestrians, and proceed when the way is clear. The same is true at a stop sign.
Vehicles stopped behind a school bus with its red lights flashing must remain stopped until: A. All students are off the bus. B. The stop arm is retracted. C. The stop arm is retracted and the bus resumes motion.
C. The stop arm is retracted and the bus resumes motion. When a school bus is flashing its red lights and has its stop arm extended, motorists must come to a full stop until the lights are turned off, the stop arm is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving again.
Only ____ can reduce blood alcohol content (BAC) and alcohol's effects on the body. A. Drinking caffeine B. Eating foods high in fat C. Time
C. Time Only the passage of time can remove alcohol and its impairing effects from the body.
You are driving on a one-way street. You may only turn left onto another one-way street if: A. You increase your speed before the turn. B. Traffic on the street moves to the right. C. Traffic on the street moves to the left.
C. Traffic on the street moves to the left. You may turn left onto a one-way street that moves to the left if there is no sign prohibiting the turn. You may not turn left onto a one-way street where traffic moves to the right.
The maximum posted speed limit should be driven only: A. During the night. B. During the day. C. Under ideal conditions.
C. Under ideal conditions. The posted maximum speed limit is the fastest legal speed you can travel on a road under ideal conditions. It is safest to drive at the same speed as surrounding traffic, up to the maximum speed limit. Maintaining a safe speed at all times is a responsibility shared by all motorists.
You are entering a freeway. Check traffic on the freeway by: A. Using your rearview and side mirrors. B. Using your rearview mirror. C. Using your side mirror and looking over your shoulder.
C. Using your side mirror and looking over your shoulder. When entering any roadway, you must be aware of traffic conditions. Use your side mirror and look over your shoulder to help you see and anticipate traffic when entering a freeway.
You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should: A. Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street. B. Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street. C. Wait until the person crosses the street.
C. Wait until the person crosses the street. Pedestrians using guide dogs or white canes (with or without a red tip) must be given the right-of-way at all times.
After you have passed a vehicle moving in the same direction, it is safe to move back into the right lane: A. After about three seconds. B. When you can no longer see the passed vehicle over your right shoulder. C. When you can see the entire front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.
C. When you can see the entire front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. When passing, you should not return to your original lane until you can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. Always check your blind spots before moving back into your original lane.
Regulatory signs are: A.Green. B.Yellow. C.White
C. White. Regulatory signs inform drivers of specific laws that must be obeyed. Displayed laws may be about traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, or special situations. Regulatory signs are commonly white squares or rectangles with black, red, or green letters or symbols.
A blood alcohol concentration of 0.02 percent: A. Won't have any effect on your driving. B. Won't put other drivers at risk. C. Will double your chances of having an accident.
C. Will double your chances of having an accident. Every 0.02 percent increase in blood alcohol concentration nearly doubles a driver's risk of being in a fatal crash.
When parking next to a curb, how far should your wheels be from that curb? A. Within 6 inches B. Within 1 foot C. Within 18 inches D. Within 2 feet
C. Within 18 inches Your wheels must be parallel with the curb, and no more than 18 inches away.
A steady green traffic light at an intersection means: A. Increase your speed. B. Adjust your mirrors. C. You may continue through the intersection at a safe and reasonable speed, if it is clear to do so.
C. You may continue through the intersection at a safe and reasonable speed, if it is clear to do so. A steady green traffic light indicates that the driver may continue through the intersection. The driver should yield to traffic or pedestrians already in the intersection and proceed when the intersection is clear.
After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to your driving lane when: A. The driver you passed signals for you to return to your lane. B. You signal your intention for three seconds. C. You see the headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.
C. You see the headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. Before you return to your driving lane, be sure you are not dangerously close to the vehicle you have just passed. One way to do this is to look for the vehicle in your inside rearview mirror. When you can see both headlights in your rearview mirror, you may have enough room to return to your driving lane.
You are approaching an intersection at the posted speed limit when the signal turns yellow. You should: A. Slow down and proceed through the intersection without caution. B. Speed up to cross the intersection before the light turns red. C.Stop before entering the intersection, if you can do so safely.
C.Stop before entering the intersection, if you can do so safely. A solid yellow light means "caution" and signals that the light will soon turn red. You should stop at a solid yellow light if you can do so safely; otherwise, you should cautiously cross the intersection.
When turning left from a center turn lane, you may only drive for ______ within that center lane before making your turn. A. 20 feet B. 50 feet C. 100 feet D. 200 feet
D. 200 feet Make sure to enter and exit the center turn lane within 200 feet.
What does a yellow-painted curb indicate? A. No parking or stopping of any kind B. Commercial vehicles only C. Passenger pick-up only D. Loading/unloading zone
D. Loading/unloading zone You may only stop here for the amount of time indicated, either on the curb itself or on the posted sign, for the purpose of loading/unloading freight or passengers. Most commercial drivers may leave their vehicle; most drivers of passenger vehicles must stay with their car.
