Permit Test
What does this sign mean? Go straight. Turn left or go straight. Merge left.
b.
When being passed by another vehicle: a. Brake hard. b. Maintain a constant speed. c. Speed up.
b. DUH!
All regulatory devices on the road tell you to stop, proceed in a certain direction, or limit your speed. how to find your way safely or provide information to make your trip more comfortable. about hazardous conditions or the possibility of hazardous conditions.
a.
IF THERE IS A SOLID DOUBLE YELLOW LINE IN THE CENTER OF THE ROADWAY, YOU: May turn left into a private driveway Are on a one-way street Are in a center left turn lane May cross it to overtake slow moving vehicles
a.
IF YOU ARE FOLLOWING A TRUCK THAT SWINGS LEFT BEFORE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AT AN INTERSECTION, YOU SHOULD REMEMBER THAT IT IS VERY DANGEROUS TO: Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a right turn Apply your brakes until the truck has completed the turn Violate the 4-second following distance rule Honk your horn at the truck driver
a.
IF YOU ARE INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT, YOU MUST NOTIFY LAW ENFORCEMENT AND FILE A WRITTEN REPORT (SR 1) WITH: The DMV The CHP Your insurance company
a.
IT IS ILLEGAL TO ENTER AN INTERSECTION WHEN: You cannot cross without obstructing traffic on either side The lane you want to enter is blocked The light is yellow The light is flashing yellow and you have not come to a complete stop first
a.
In California, you must not park within _______ of a railroad track. 7½ feet 10 feet 15 feet
a.
On a two-lane undivided highway, the maximum speed limit for vehicles towing trailers is ______ unless otherwise posted. 55 mph 65 mph 60 mph
a.
TO HELP AVOID CRASHES, YOU SHOULD: Communicate with other drivers on the road Ignore other drivers on the road Drive on side streets and back roads Avoid driving during rush hour
a.
This warning sign represents the end of a divided highway. the start of a divided highway. the start of a two-way road.
a.
WHEN A SCHOOL BUS WITH ITS RED LIGHTS FLASHING IS STOPPED AHEAD ON YOUR SIDE OF THE ROAD, YOU MUST: Stop until the lights stop flashing Change lanes, drive slowly, and pass cautiously Stop until you think all of the children are unloaded Slow down and proceed unless the bus driver is signaling you to sto
a.
WHEN A TRUCK DRIVER BEHIND YOU WANTS TO PASS YOUR VEHICLE, YOUR SPEED SHOULD: Remain steady or decrease Change Increase You should change lanes
a.
WHEN PARKED ON ANY HILL, YOU SHOULD ALWAYS SET YOUR PARKING BRAKE AND: Place your engine gear into the parked position Keep your front wheels parallel to the road Leave your vehicle in neutral Turn your wheels towards the curb
a.
WHEN SHOULD YOU USE YOUR HEADLIGHTS? When you are having difficulty seeing cars around yo When you cannot see a car one mile ahead One hour after sunset All of the above
a.
WHEN YOU PARK ON THE ROADWAY, YOU SHOULD: Use your four-way flashers Park at an angle Keep your turn signals on Turn your lights on
a.
WHICH OF THESE VEHICLES MUST STOP BEFORE CROSSING RAILROAD TRACKS? Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a trailer Sport utility vehicles carrying four or more persons Vans and buses
a.
What does this sign mean? You are approaching an airport. Airplanes fly at low altitude in this area. Airplanes fly in this direction.
a.
YOU MAY NOT CROSS A SINGLE BROKEN WHITE (OR YELLOW) LINE When to do so would interfere with traffic When turning left into a driveway When the car in front is disabled When passing to the right on a one-way street
a.
You are driving on the freeway and notice another driver using a handheld cell phone. What is the best thing to do? Increase your following distance. Alert the police immediately. Honk your horn and wave to the driver to get off the phone.
a.
You must not follow within _______ of any emergency vehicle with a siren or flashing lights. 300 feet 200 feet 100 feet
a.
A traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow means that you should a. yield and then proceed with caution. b. stop and be prepared to obey the next signal. c. proceed with caution but turns are not permitted in the direction of the arrow.
a. A flashing yellow arrow signal means that turns are permitted. However, you must first yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic and then proceed with caution.
The wide white line painted across a traffic lane before an intersection is known as a limit line. merge line. crosswalk line.
a. A limit line (also known as a stop line) is a wide white line painted across a traffic lane, showing where you must stop for a traffic signal or stop sign.
This sign means: a. Yield the right-of-way. b. No passing zone. c. Reduction in lanes.
a. A triangular red and white sign indicates that you must yield the right-of-way, slow down and be ready to stop, if necessary, to let any vehicle or pedestrian pass.
Which of the following statements is TRUE about airbags? They are installed to provide additional safety beyond seat belts. They must be installed in all cars. They can be installed instead of seat belts.
a. Always use your seat belts even if the vehicle is equipped with air bags. Air bags are a safety feature that help keep you safer than a seat belt alone. In the United States, all cars and light trucks built after September 1, 1998 are required to have air bags for the driver and right front passenger.
If a CA driver is convicted of fleeing a peace officer on duty without causing any bodily injuries, he or she may face which of the following penalties? a. Up to one year in jail b. A fine of up to $1,000 c. Both of the above
a. Any person, while operating a motor vehicle, who willfully flees or attempts to evade a peace officer performing their duties is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for not more than one year.
At 55 mph, under good conditions, your vehicle will travel about ____ feet in the time that it takes you to react to an object in your path and bring your vehicle to a complete stop. 400 300 200
a. At 55 mph, under good conditions, your vehicle will travel about 400 feet in the time that it takes you to react to an object in your path and bring your vehicle to a complete stop. A football field (including the two end zones) is 360 feet long. Under poor driving conditions (bad weather, bad tires, etc.), it may take even longer to stop your vehicle.
If a bicycle on your right reaches an intersection at the same time as you do, you should a. yield to the bicycle. b. move because you have the right-of-way. c. move slowly along with the bicycle.
a. At intersections, yield to the vehicle or bicycle that arrives first, or to the vehicle or bicycle on your right if it reaches the intersection at the same time as you do.
From top to bottom, the following is the proper order for traffic lights: a. Red, yellow, green. b. Red, green, yellow. c. Green, red, yellow.
a. DUH!
If you are about to be hit from the rear, you should not: a. Release your seat belt. b. Brace yourself. c. Press your head against the head restraint.
a. DUH!
If your parked car rolls away and hits another unattended vehicle, you should a. report the incident to the police. b. remove your car and go on your way. c. sound your horn to attract attention.
a. DUH!
When backing up: a. Look through the rear window. b. Press hard on the gas pedal. c. Rely only on your rearview mirror.
a. DUH!
Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic? a. Slowing down to look at collision scene. b. Avoiding unnecessary lane changes. c. Using public transportation instead of your vehicle.
a. DUH!
Which of the following factors affect an individual's absorption of alcohol? a. Weight b. Height c. Intelligence
a. DUH!
At an unmarked crosswalk, you must a. yield the right-of-way to the pedestrians. b. stop and ask the pedestrians to cross quickly. c. increase your speed and cross before the pedestrians.
a. Drivers are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians within any crosswalk, whether marked or unmarked.
What should you do if you are overtaking a bicycle and an oncoming vehicle is approaching at the same time? a. Slow down and let the oncoming vehicle pass first to leave extra room for the bicycle. b. Overtake the bicycle first to leave extra room for the oncoming vehicle. c. Leave a little room for the oncoming vehicle while overtaking the bicycle.
a. If you are overtaking a bicycle and an oncoming vehicle is approaching, you must slow down and let the vehicle pass first. Then you can leave extra room for the bicycle.
When should you switch on your high-beam headlights? When driving in open country at night or on dark city streets All night At night when it rains
a. In open country at night or on dark city streets, use your high-beam headlights whenever possible, as long as it is not illegal. However, do not blind oncoming drivers with your high-beam headlights. Dim your lights when necessary.
A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING AT THE CORNER HAS THE RIGHT-OF-WAY: At marked crosswalks only At marked or unmarked crosswalks Only at intersections controlled by signals, lights, or stop signs Only at intersections controlled by traffic signals
b.
You can make a left turn on a red light a. only from a one-way street onto another one-way street. b. only from a one-way street onto a two-way street. c. only from a two-way street onto another two-way street.
a. Left turns at a red light can only be made from a one-way street onto a left-moving, one-way street, and only if there is no sign to prohibit the turn. Yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and other vehicles moving on their green light.
When driving in fog, rain, or snow, use: a. Low beams. b. High beams. c. Fog lights only.
a. Low beam headlights should be used in fog, rain, and snow. The light from high beams will reflect back to the driver under these weather conditions, causing a glare that will make it difficult to see ahead.
This warning sign means the road ahead curves to the right and then to the left. the road ahead curves to the right. a winding road. sharp right and left turns are ahead.
a. This sign indicates a double curve ahead. The road ahead curves to the right and then to the left. (If there were a triple curve ahead, a winding road sign would be posted instead.) Slow down, keep right, and do not pass.
This sign means: a. Side road. b. Merge. c. Yield the right-of-way.
a. This sign indicates that there is an intersection with a side road ahead.
When you see this sign you: a. Are approaching a railroad crossing and should prepare to stop. b. Will always stop at the upcoming railroad crossing. c. Should stop and wait for a signal before crossing the railroad tracks.
a. This sign indicates that you are approaching a railroad crossing. You must look, listen, slow down, and prepare to stop. Wait for any trains to pass before you proceed.
When you turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street, you should turn into the far left lane. the far right lane. any safely open lane.
a. To turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street, begin the turn from the left lane and make the turn into any lane that is safely open. (Note that in some other states, you may be required to turn into the left lane.)
Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart indicate a. a barrier. b. two-way traffic. c. a parking lot.
a. Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart are considered a barrier. Do not drive on or over this barrier or make a left turn or U-turn across it, except at designated openings.
In which of the following places is a U-turn permitted? Across a double yellow line On a one-way street On a railroad crossing
a. U-turns are permitted across double yellow lines when it is safe to do so. They are not permitted on one-way streets or at railroad crossings.
When being followed by a tailgater, which of the following will help you avoid being hit from behind? a. Merging into another lane b. Decreasing your following distance c. Changing lanes frequently
a. When being closely followed by a tailgater, you should slow down gradually or merge into another lane to prevent a collision with them.
When you turn off a high-speed, two-lane roadway, _______ if you have traffic following you. try not to slow down your vehicle too quickly try to increase the speed of your vehicle try to slow down your vehicle quickly
a. When you turn off a high-speed, two-lane roadway, try not to slow down too quickly. Use your turn signals to let other drivers know your intentions. Tap your brakes and reduce your speed quickly but safely.
Lanes of traffic going in opposite directions are divided by yellow lines. black lines. white lines.
a. White lines separate lanes of traffic that are going in the same direction. Yellow lines separate opposing lanes.
You must turn on your headlights __________ after sunset. 30 minutes 20 minutes immediately
a. You must turn on your headlights 30 minutes after sunset and leave them on until 30 minutes before sunrise.
You should cut your speed in half when the road is packed with snow. wet. icy.
a. You should cut your speed in half when the road is packed with snow. You should also reduce your speed on wet or icy roads, but by different amounts.
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. 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 unsafe for you to pass when you are moving through an intersection. the pavement markings are broken yellow lines. the vehicle ahead is traveling slower than the safe speed.
a. You should not attempt to pass another vehicle when you are approaching or moving through an intersection or crosswalk.
ANIMALS MAY BE TRANSPORTED IN THE BACK OF A PICKUP TRUCK ONLY IF: The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high They are properly secured The tailgate of the truck is closed The driver has at least 3 years of driving experience
b.
Before backing up your vehicle, you should look to the front, sides, and rear, and continue to look _________ while backing. to the front to the rear in the side mirrors
b.
DURING THE FIRST 12 MONTHS AFTER YOU ARE LICENSED, YOU MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY YOUR PARENT OR GUARDIAN IF YOU: Drive between the hours of 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. Transport minors between the hours of 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. Transport adults between the hours of 5 a.m. and midnight Drive on a highway between the hours of 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.
b.
HIGHWAY AND EXPRESSWAY GUIDE SIGNS ARE: Orange with black letters Green with white letters Yellow with black letters Red with white letters
b.
TO TURN RIGHT FROM A HIGHWAY WITH TWO LANES IN YOUR DIRECTION, TURN FROM: The lane closest to the center of the road The lane nearest the curb or edge of the roadway Either lane, depending on oncoming traffic Either lane, depending on your speed
b.
TO TURN RIGHT ONTO A TWO-WAY STREET FROM A TWO-WAY STREET, START IN THE RIGHT LANE AND END IN: The left lane The lane closest to the curb Any lane that is available All of the above
b.
This sign warns you about a slippery road. a winding road. a two-way road.
b.
WHAT IS A SAFETY ZONE? An empty space next to the freeway dividers A space set aside for pedestrians The median strip on a divided highway A space around your vehicle that allows you to react to driving hazards
b.
WHEN BACKING UP YOUR CAR, YOU SHOULD: Use both rearview mirrors Look over your right shoulder through the rear window and back up slowly Look over your left shoulder through the rear window and back up slowly Turn your head from side to side quickly so you can look over both shoulders
b.
WHEN CAN YOU DRIVE USING ONLY YOUR PARKING LIGHTS? 30 minutes after sunset or 30 minutes before sunrise Under no circumstances On foggy days when visibility is low On rainy days when visibility is low
b.
WHEN DRIVING IN THE FAR RIGHT LANE OF A FREEWAY, YOU: Must drive slower than other traffic Should expect vehicles merging onto the road from freeway on-ramps Must give the right-of-way to merging traffic Must drive faster than other traffic
b.
WHEN TWO VEHICLES ENTER AN INTERSECTION FROM DIFFERENT HIGHWAYS AT THE SAME TIME, WHICH VEHICLE MUST YIELD THE RIGHT-OF-WAY Either one Vehicle on the left Vehicle on the right Neither one
b.
WHEN YOU ENTER TRAFFIC FROM A STOP (EX: PULLING AWAY FROM THE CURB), YOU: Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 feet Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic Should wait for the first vehicle to pass, then pull into the lane Should expect other drivers to make room for you to enter traffic
b.
WHERE SHOULD YOU PARK WHEN YOU NEED HELP AFTER YOUR TIRE SUDDENLY DEFLATES WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY? In the right-hand lane Off the pavement Where your car will be visible for 200 feet from the front Where your car will be visible for 300 feet from the back
b.
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM? A six-year old weighing 45 pounds A five-year old weighing 55 pounds A five-year old weighing 65 pounds
b.
When you park and leave your vehicle on a highway or street, you should NOT set the parking brake. lower the windows. stop the engine.
b.
Which of the following statements about lane markings is true? a. A double solid line between opposing lanes of traffic means that vehicles on either side can pass. b. A solid white line between lanes of traffic means that you should stay in your lane unless a special situation requires you to change lanes. c. A broken yellow line between opposing lanes of traffic means that you may not cross the line.
b.
YOU ARE ON A HIGHWAY WITH TWO TRAFFIC LANES IN YOUR DIRECTION AND YOU SEE A VEHICLE STOPPED ON THE RIGHT SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AHEAD WITH ITS HAZARD LIGHTS ON. YOU SHOULD: Change lanes to the left and speed up Slow down and pass very carefully Stop your vehicle until you can see what happened Stop your vehicle and call emergency services
b.
YOU SEE A CAR APPROACHING FROM THE REAR, BUT WHEN YOU CHECK YOUR MIRROR AGAIN BEFORE CHANGING LANES, YOU NO LONGER SEE IT. YOU SHOULD: Turn your signal on and change lanes slowly Look over your shoulder to be sure the car is not in your blind spot Signal, honk your horn, and change lanes slowly Accelerate to change lanes quicker
b.
A center lane between lanes of traffic traveling in opposite directions may be designated for right turns only. left turns only. passing.
b. A center lane between lanes of traffic traveling in opposite directions may be designated for left turns (and U-turns where permitted). This type of lane is called a center left-turn lane. It is marked by parallel solid and broken yellow lines and is sometimes accompanied by white arrows on the pavement.
If all the rear seats are already occupied by children under 7 years of age, a child under 8 years of age may a. ride in the front seat without a seat belt. b. ride in the front seat if properly secured in a federally approved child passenger restraint system. c. sit on the lap of an elder child, with a seat belt fastened to both.
b. A child under 8 years old may ride in the front seat of a vehicle if properly secured in a federally approved child passenger restraint system when all the rear seats are already occupied by children who are 7 years old or younger.
In a roundabout, you must drive in a. a clockwise direction. b. a counterclockwise direction. c. the direction of the oncoming vehicles.
b. A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around the central island in a counterclockwise direction.
This white sign means (white triangle saying slower traffic keep right): a. You should slow down and move to the right lane. b. Stay in the right lane if you are driving more slowly than other traffic. c. Slower traffic must exit on the right.
b. A white, rectangular sign indicates that you must obey important rules. This sign means that drivers should allow the left lane to remain open, when possible, for passing and for faster traffic.
In California, the speed limit for a blind intersection is 20 mph. 15 mph. 25 mph.
b. An intersection is considered "blind" if there are no stop signs on any corner and you cannot see for 100 feet in either direction during the last 100 feet before crossing. In California, the speed limit for going through a blind intersection is 15 mph.
If a truck or bus is making a right turn where you also need to make a right turn, you should: a. Quickly turn before the truck or bus is able to. b. Wait until the truck or bus turns before you turn. c. Squeeze between the truck or bus and the curb.
b. DUH!
The broken white lines on the pavement mean that traffic moves in opposite directions. passing is allowed if done safely. no passing is allowed
b. DUH!
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. DUH!
This sign means: a. Pedestrians walking along the road ahead. b. Pedestrian crossing ahead. c. Pedestrians must not cross here.
b. DUH!
When driving under snowy or icy conditions: a. It is safe to use your cruise control. b. Make speed and directional changes more gradually than you would otherwise. c. Drive as you would under normal conditions.
b. DUH!
Which of these statements is true about changing lanes? a. You only need to turn and look over your right shoulder for lane changes to the right or left. b. Look over your right shoulder for a right lane change and your left shoulder for a left lane change. c. Vehicles with two outside mirrors do not have blind spots.
b. DUH!
Which of these statements is true about drugs and driving? a. Any prescription drug is safe to use if you don't feel drowsy. b. Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving. c. Only illegal drugs can impair your driving.
b. DUH!
You are approaching a green traffic light and traffic is blocking the intersection. What is the best thing to do? a. Partially enter the intersection to establish your right-of-way. b. Don't enter the intersection until you can get completely across. c. Continue into the intersection and wait for traffic to clear.
b. DUH!
When you want to enter a freeway, you should a. stop before merging into freeway traffic. b. enter the freeway at or near the speed of freeway traffic. c. stop and yield to the traffic on the freeway.
b. Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic. Remember that the speed limit is 65 mph on most freeways. Do not stop before merging into freeway traffic unless absolutely necessary. Freeway traffic has the right-of-way.
Before reaching the crest of a hill or entering a curve, you must _________, and watch for oncoming vehicles. speed up, turn on the headlights slow down, move to the right side of the road slow down, move to the left side of the road
b. Hills and curves on rural roads are often steeper and sharper than on highways. Before reaching the crest of a hill or before entering a curve, slow down, move to the right side of the road, and watch for oncoming vehicles.
If you are convicted of seriously injuring someone while attempting to evade a police pursuit, you may be fined at least $3,000. $2,000. $4,000.
b. If you are convicted of seriously injuring someone while attempting to evade a police pursuit, you may be fined $2,000 - $10,000, sentenced to state prison for up to seven years, or both.
Locked wheel skids are usually caused by a. pressing the gas and brake pedals at the same time. b. braking too hard at a high speed. c. turning the ignition to the lock position while the vehicle is still in motion.
b. If you brake hard at a high speed, the force of the brakes may exceed the tires' grip of the road. The wheels will lock and the vehicle will skid, no matter which way the steering wheel is turned. To recover from the skid, take your foot off the brake pedal to unlock the wheels. Then straighten the front wheels as the vehicle begins to straighten out. Slow the vehicle gradually until you are at a safe speed to continue driving.
If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, you must signal just before making the turn. start signaling when you are in the intersection. signal before passing through the intersection.
b. If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, start signaling when you are in the intersection. If you signal too early, the other driver may think you plan to turn into the intersection and he or she may pull out in front of you.
If you are having vehicle trouble and you need to stop, what is the first thing you should do? a. Lift the hood to signal an emergency. b. Pull off the road and away from traffic. c. Stop your vehicle over a hill or just around a curve for visibility.
b. If your vehicle breaks down on the road, make sure that other drivers can see it. Pull off the road, away from all traffic if possible. Turn on your emergency flashers. Lift the hood to signal the emergency and place emergency flares or triangles 200 - 300 feet behind the vehicle.
If you are convicted of reckless driving that resulted in injury to someone, you may be sentenced to jail for up to 8 months. 6 months. 1 year.
b. In California, reckless driving is defined as driving in wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property, and it's a criminal offense. If you are convicted of reckless driving, you will be fined beween $145 and $1,000, sentenced to jail for 5 to 90 days, or both; and two points will be added to your driving record. However, if you are convicted of reckless driving that resulted in injury to someone, you will be fined beween $220 and $1,000, sentenced to jail for between 30 days and six months, or both; your license will be revoked; and two points will be added to your driving record.
If you approach a traffic light with a red signal and a police officer directs you to go through the intersection without stopping, you should: a. Stop until the light turns green. b. Go through the intersection without stopping. c. Come to a complete stop before proceeding.
b. Instructions given by police officers directing traffic always override posted traffic signals and signs. Follow the officer's instructions.
A driver who is involved in a significant collision must report it to the DMV within a. 20 days. b. 10 days. c. 15 days.
b. When you are involved in a collision, you must report it to the DMV within 10 days, if more than $1,000 in damage was done to the property of any person or if anyone was injured (no matter how slightly) or killed.
To avoid tailgating, one should follow the two-second rule. three-second rule. four-second rule.
b. Most rear-end collisions are caused by tailgating. To avoid tailgating, use the "three-second rule": When the vehicle ahead of you passes a certain fixed point, such as a sign, it should take your vehicle about three seconds to reach that same point. To count three seconds, count "one-thousand-one, one-thousand-two, one-thousand-three."
A ___ painted curb is designated for disabled persons who display their placards. green blue white
b. Painted curbs indicate special parking rules. Blue parking is permitted only for a disabled person who displays a placard or a special license plate for disabled persons or disabled veterans. Disabled people with placards or special plates may park in special areas for unlimited periods of time, regardless of time restrictions.
Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways? Double solid white lines Single solid yellow lines Single solid white lines
b. Single solid yellow lines are used as left-edge lines on divided highways.
An orange and red triangular sign (orange inside, red sides) on a vehicle always means: a. The vehicle has the right-of-way. b. Slow-moving vehicle. c. Shoulder work ahead.
b. Slow-moving vehicles, such as farm tractors, road maintenance vehicles, and animal-drawn carts, display an orange and red triangle on the back.
Special "turnout" areas marked on a two-lane road allow vehicles to make U-turns. allow vehicles to pass. allow vehicles to make left turns.
b. Special "turnout" areas are sometimes marked on two-lane roads. Drive into these areas to allow cars behind you to pass. If you are driving slowly on a two-lane highway or road where passing is unsafe, and five or more vehicles are following you, you must drive into a turnout area to let the vehicles pass.
What is the first rule of a safe and legal turn? Reduce speed. Move into the proper lane well before the turn. Increase speed.
b. The first rule for a safe and legal turn is to move into the proper lane well before the turn. To turn left, move into the far left lane. To turn right, move into the far right lane.
This sign represents a. a pedestrian crosswalk. b. a school zone. c. a playground.
b. This five-sided sign depicting persons carrying schoolbooks indicates a school zone. Stop when children are in the crosswalk.
This sign is a guide sign on an interstate highway. an object marker on a roadway. a barricade at a work zone. a warning sign at a work zone.
b. This is an object marker sign, which is used to notify drivers of objects in the roadway or very close to the edge of the roadway. The stripes point downward toward the safe side of the roadway. This sign indicates that you should keep right to pass the object.
What does this sign indicate? Look straight while driving. You can only go straight. There is a one-way street ahead.
b. This sign indicates that all vehicles must go straight. No turn from this lane is allowed.
In California, when are you allowed to drive to the left of two solid yellow lines? a. Never b. When you are in a carpool/HOV lane with a designated entrance on the left c. When you are passing another vehicle
b. Two solid yellow lines indicate no passing. You may not cross these lines except to make a left turn. However, in California, there is one exception to this usual rule: You may drive to the left of these lines if you are in a carpool/HOV lane that has a designated entrance on the left.
If you are found guilty of driving without wearing a seat belt, you will be fined up to _____ if this was your first offense. $50 $20 $100
b. Under California law, if you are found guilty of driving without wearing a seat belt, you will be fined up to $20 for a first offense and up to $50 for each subsequent offense.
You must use your high-beam headlights in all of the following situations, except in construction areas. in fog, snow, or heavy rain. on unfamiliar roads.
b. Use your high beams whenever there are no oncoming vehicles nearby. High beams allow you to see twice as far as low beams. Be sure to use high beams on unfamiliar roads, in construction areas, or where there may be people on the side of the road. However, use low beams in fog, snow, or heavy rain, because light from the high beams reflects off such precipitation and causes glare.
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. 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.
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. 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 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. 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.
Your vehicle breaks down on a freeway. You are not able to move the vehicle off the road completely as the road shoulder is too narrow. What is the best thing to do? a. Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives. b. Exit on the right side of your vehicle and proceed to a safe place. c. Leave the vehicle immediately and wave at drivers to let them know you are blocking the lane.
b. When there is not enough shoulder space or if there is a guardrail or an area to safely stay away from the freeway lanes, you must exit your vehicle and stay away from your vehicle. Use your emergency flashers at your discretion according to weather conditions.
When turning left from a multi-lane one-way road onto another one-way road, start your turn from the far right lane. the far left lane. any lane.
b. When turning left from a multi-lane one-way road onto another one-way road, start your turn from the far left lane.
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. 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.
Yellow lines separate: a. Traffic lanes on one-way streets. b. Traffic moving in opposite directions on two-way roads. c. All carpool lanes from regular traffic lanes.
b. Yellow lines mark the center of a road used for two-way traffic. A solid yellow centerline indicates that drivers may not cross the line to pass. A broken yellow centerline indicates that drivers may cross the line to pass, but only if passing would not interfere with traffic.
A driver in front of you is signaling with his or her hand and arm pointing upward. This driver wants to turn left. turn right. stop.
b. You may use your vehicle's signal lights or hand signals. If the signal lights are not working or if bright sunlight makes them hard to see, use hand signals. A driver in front of you who signals with his or her hand and arm pointing upward is about to turn right.
If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, you should a. press your gas pedal. b. slow down gradually. c. apply the brakes.
b. hydroplane: slide uncontrollably on the wet surface of a road. If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, slow down gradually, but do not apply the brakes.
A DRIVER MAY PARK IN A SPACE RESERVED FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IF THE VEHICLE DISPLAYS LICENSE PLATES FOR THE DISABLED Regardless of who is in the vehicle. Only if the driver is disabled. And is carrying the disabled person named on the registration. If someone in the driver's immediate family is disabled.
c.
Blind pedestrians may carry _________canes or use guide dogs. red black white
c.
FLASH FLOODS CAN CAUSE VEHICLES TO FLOAT AND FILL WITH WATER, TRAPPING AND DROWNING PEOPLE. WHILE ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS AT NIGHT AND IN DEEP WATER, EVEN ____ INCHES OF WATER CAN FLOAT SOME SMALL CARS. two four six eight
c.
IF A TRAFFIC LIGHT IS BROKEN OR NOT FUNCTIONING YOU SHOULD: Stop and wait for it to be repaired Stop and wait for a police officer to arrive Continue as if it were a four-way stop sign Continue as you normally would
c.
IF YOU ARE DRIVING ON A ROAD WITH A 45 MPH SPEED LIMIT, AND TRAFFIC IS TRAVELING 50 MPH OR FASTER, YOU MAY LEGALLY DRIVE: 50 mph or faster (the speed of traffic) Anywhere between 45 mph and 50 mph No faster than 45 mph
c.
IF YOU HAVE HAD THREE BEERS IN THE PAST HOUR, ABOUT HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE FOR ALL THE ALCOHOL TO LEAVE YOUR BLOOD STREAM? one hour two hours three hours
c.
IF YOU HAVE TROUBLE SEEING OTHER VEHICLES BECAUSE OF DUST, PRECIPITATION OR SMOKE BLOWING ACROSS THE ROADWAY, YOU SHOULD DRIVE SLOWER AND TURN ON YOUR: Parking lights Interior lights Headlights Emergency lights
c.
Large electronic flashing arrow panels may be used in work zones day and night to divert drivers into work zones. guide drivers into certain parking zones. guide drivers into certain traffic lanes.
c.
THE POSTED SPEED LIMITS SHOW: The minimum legal speed limit The exact speed at which you must travel to avoid a ticket The maximum safe speed under ideal road and weather conditions The maximum safe speed under all road conditions
c.
THIS SIGN MEANS: Merging traffic is approaching from the right Winding road ahead Right lane ends ahead, stay to the left Divided highway ahead
c.
WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE IF YOU REFUSE TO TAKE A CHEMICAL TEST (BREATH OR BLOOD) There is no evidence to find you guilty of drunk driving. You cannot be arrested for drunk driving. Your driver's license will be taken away. None of these choices.
c.
WHEN APPROACHING ANOTHER VEHICLE FROM THE REAR AT NIGHT, YOU MUST DIM YOUR BRIGHT HEADLIGHTS WITHIN: 100 feet of the other vehicle 200 feet of the other vehicle 300 feet of the other vehicle 600 feet of the other vehicle
c.
WHEN ROADS ARE SLIPPERY, YOU SHOULD: Decrease the distance you look ahead of your vehicle Stop and test the traction of your tires while going up hills Avoid making fast turns and fast stops Refrain from driving at all costs
c.
WHEN YOU WANT TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, YOUR CAR MUST BE Near the center of the street Close to the left side of the street Close to the right side of the street Past the center of the intersection when you begin to turn
c.
YOU ARE DRIVING ON A TWO-WAY STREET AND WANT TO TURN LEFT AT THE CORNER. GIVE THE RIGHT-OF-WAY TO: Pedestrians on a sidewalk waiting for a walk signal Vehicles stopped at the red light Any vehicle coming towards you
c.
YOU ARE GOING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN FROM A DEDICATED LEFT-TURN LANE WHEN A YELLOW ARROW APPEARS FOR YOUR LANE. YOU SHOULD: Speed up to get through the intersection Stop and not turn under any circumstances Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears Go through the intersection since you have the right-of-way
c.
YOU WANT TO TURN LEFT AT AN INTERSECTION. THE LIGHT IS GREEN BUT ONCOMING TRAFFIC IS HEAVY. YOU SHOULD Use the next intersection Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear Take the right-of-way since you have the light
c.
A broken yellow centerline means that: a. Passing is not permitted. b. Passing on the right is permitted when the way ahead is clear. c. Passing on the left is permitted when the way ahead is clear.
c. A broken yellow centerline means that a driver may cross the centerline to pass another vehicle on the left as long as there is no oncoming traffic. Drivers should never cross a solid yellow centerline in order to pass.
A double solid white line: a. separates two lanes traveling in the same direction, and crossing the line is permitted. b. separates opposing lanes, and crossing the line is prohibited. c. separates two lanes traveling in the same direction, but crossing the line is prohibited.
c. A double solid white line separates two lanes traveling in the same direction, but crossing the line is prohibited. Double solid white lines are often used on highways to separate a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane from other lanes traveling in the same direction.
A steady red arrow signal means you should prepare to stop and yield to oncoming traffic before turning. you must stop and then proceed when it is safe to do so. you must stop and you cannot turn in the direction of the arrow.
c. A red arrow signal means you must stop and you cannot turn in the direction of the arrow. You may proceed only when the red arrow goes off and a green arrow or light comes on.
What does this regulatory sign mean? Left turn Road ends No U-turn
c. A red circle with a diagonal red slash always means "No." The picture inside the circle depicts a U-turn, so the sign means that you cannot make a U-turn.
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. 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.
Which of the following statements about passing other vehicles are true? Always signal before passing. Do not pull out to pass unless you know you will have enough space to pull back into your lane. Both of the above are true.
c. Always signal before passing. Do not pull out to pass unless you know you will have enough space to pull back into your lane. Avoid passing on two-lane roads; it is dangerous. Every time you pass, you increase your chances of having a collision.
When you approach an intersection with a through road but without stop signs or yield signs, you must a. accelerate to merge with traffic. b. make a sharp turn to match the speed of the traffic on the through road. c. yield to traffic and pedestrians on the through road.
c. At intersections without a stop sign or yield sign, yield to pedestrians, vehicles, and bicycles on the through road. They have the right-of-way.
A person may legally ride in the back of a pickup truck when: a. The sides of the pickup bed are at least 24 inches high. b. The back of the pickup is covered with a camper shell. c. In a secured seat and while using an approved safety belt.
c. DUH!
Drivers must use their seat belt: a. Unless they are driving a vehicle built before 1978. b. Unless they are driving a limousine. c. And failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket.
c. DUH!
Fatigue increases the risk of: a. Missing an exit. b. Being late for an appointment. c. Falling asleep behind the wheel and crashing.
c. DUH!
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. DUH!
What does this warning sign mean? a. Slow-moving vehicles should move as directed. b. Slow-moving vehicles should not move as directed. c. There is a stop sign ahead.
c. DUH!
A(n) __________ sign on a truck means that the truck's load is potentially dangerous. a. octagonal b. rectangular white c. diamond-shaped
c. Diamond-shaped placards on a truck mean that the truck is carrying hazardous materials (gas, explosives, etc.).
If a car approaches you with its high-beam headlights on, you must __________ to keep yourself from being temporarily blinded. look toward the left edge of the road look at the center of the road look toward the right edge of the road
c. If a car approaches you with high beams on, do not stare at the lights. Steer by the line at the outside edge of the road to keep yourself from being temporarily blinded.
If a tire suddenly goes flat while you're driving, you should increase your speed. move to the left side of the road. hold the steering wheel tightly and keep the vehicle straight.
c. If a tire suddenly goes flat, hold the steering wheel tightly and keep the vehicle going straight. Do not brake hard. Slow down gradually. Take your foot off the gas pedal and use the brakes lightly.
When you see livestock near the roadway, you should turn safely away from these animals. blow your horn continuously until the animals cross the road. follow directions from the person in charge of the animals.
c. If drivers see animals or livestock, they should slow down and follow directions from the person in charge of the animals.
If you are approaching a stop sign, you must stop at the broken white limit line. stop at the broken yellow limit line. stop at the solid white limit line.
c. If you are approaching a stop sign, you must stop at the solid white limit line (also known as a stop line). If there is no limit line, stop before entering the crosswalk on your side of the intersection.
_________ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur. Roundabouts Expressways Intersections
c. Intersections are the most likely places for car/motorcycle collisions to occur. A collision is usually the result of a car driver not seeing the motorcycle and turning into the motorcycle's path.
WHAT ARE THE COLORS OF A SIGN WHICH TELLS YOU THE DISTANCE TO THE NEXT EXIT OF A HIGHWAY? Yellow with black letters. Black with white letters. Red with white letters. Green with white letters.
d.
If you are in an intersection when you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, you should a. continue through the intersection, then move to the left and stop. b. move to the right and stop in the intersection. c. continue through the intersection, then move to the right and stop.
c. Never block an intersection, even if an emergency vehicle is approaching. If you are in an intersection when you see or hear an emergency vehicle, continue through the intersection. Then move to the right as soon as you can and stop.
A _________ indicates the outer edge of a roadway, and it may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder. solid yellow line broken white line solid white line
c. The right edges of many roadways are marked with a solid white line. This line indicates the outer edge of the roadway, and it may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder. The left edge is marked with a yellow line.
What is the first thing you should do during an enforcement stop? Stop on the left shoulder. Stop on the center median. Turn on your right turn signal.
c. Turning on your right turn signal lets the officer know that you recognize his or her presence. Do not stop on the center median.
Use __________ steering when correcting a skid. a. hand-by-hand b. one-hand c. hand-over-hand
c. Use hand-over-hand steering when steering movements are critical, such as in recovery from a skid.
This sign means: a. Cars on the right move first. b. You have the right-of-way. c. Let cross traffic pass before proceeding.
c. When approaching this sign, you must yield the right-of-way. Slow down and let vehicles and pedestrians crossing your path pass before you proceed. If necessary, stop before going ahead.
When you are behind a motorcycle, you should: a. Be ready to use your horn. b. Drive more slowly. c. Allow a larger following distance.
c. When following a motorcyclist, allow for at least a three- to four-second following distance. Motorcycles can stop quickly and following them too closely endangers your life and that of the motorcyclist. If the motorcyclist should fall, you need extra distance to avoid the rider. The chances of a fall are greatest on wet and icy roads, gravel roads, and metal surfaces such as bridges, gratings, and streetcar or railroad tracks.
You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and: a. Move toward the left side of your lane. b. Avoid driving in the bicycle lane. c. Signal for 100 feet before turning
c. When making a right turn, you should begin signaling about 100 feet before the turn.
On a highway with three or more lanes going in one direction, vehicles passing others or turning left should use the middle lane. the right lane. the left lane.
c. When there are three or more lanes going in one direction, the middle lane or lanes are usually the smoothest. The left lane is for drivers who want to go faster, pass, or turn left. Slower vehicles and those turning right should use the right lane.
When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass, which vehicle has the right-of-way? a. The vehicle traveling downhill b. Both vehicles c. The vehicle traveling uphill
c. When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass, the vehicle traveling downhill must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going uphill can pass. The vehicle facing downhill has the greater amount of control when backing.
On one-way roads, yellow lines are used as right-edge lines. center lines. left-edge lines.
c. Yellow lines are also used as left-edge lines on one-way roadways.
At an intersection, you should yield to another vehicle if the vehicle is to your right and arrived at the same time as you. if the vehicle is just starting to enter the intersection. in both of the above situations.
c. You should yield in each of the situations described. If you reach an intersection, yield to vehicles that reach the intersection first, that are just starting to enter the intersection, or that are already in the intersection. If you and another vehicle reach the intersection at about the same time, yield if the vehicle is on your right.
AFTER A TRAIN HAS PASSED, YOU SHOULD: Wait for a green light Proceed across the tracks Blow horn and proceed Check again for approaching trains and proceed with caution
d.
BEFORE CHANGING LANES, YOU MUST: See if it is safe before making the move Have your turn signal on so you have the right-of-way Drive faster than other traffic All of the above
d.
BEFORE PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE, YOU SHOULD SIGNAL: Just before changing lanes At any time After changing lanes Early enough so other know your plans
d.
BEFORE TURNING LEFT, THE RIGHT-OF-WAY SHOULD BE GIVEN TO ONCOMING CARS: Until most cars have passed That are more than 500 ft away Unless they are turning right Until it is safe to turn
d.
DRIVERS ABOUT TO PASS OTHERS SHOULD BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL OF PEDESTRIANS AND VEHICLES ENTERING THE ROAD AT: Crossroads, intersections and junctions Railroad crossings and stations Shopping center entrances and exits All of the above
d.
IF YOU ARE CONVICTED OF DEFACING PROPERTY BY USING PAINT OR ANOTHER LIQUID, THE COURT MAY DELAY YOUR DRIVING PRIVILEGE FOR: 18 months 24 months 6 months 12 months
d.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE BRAKE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING, YOU SHOULD: Downshift and look for an area to slow down and stop Pump brake pedal quickly, if useless, pump released parking brake Stop off the road if possible, and call for help All of the above
d.
WHAT SHOULD YOU BE MOST CONCERNED ABOUT WHEN YOU SEE THIS SIGN? a. Driving with your headlights out of alignment because one side of your car is higher than the other b. Damaging a tire, if you drift onto the shoulder c. Hydroplaning, if the shoulder has water on it d. Losing control of your vehicle, if you drift onto the shoulder, because of a drop off
d.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOUR ACCELERATOR STICKS WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING? Concentrate on steering and seeing the road Pump the accelerator and try to clear any obstruction Shift to neutral, brake and stop off of the road, turn on flashers All of the above
d.
WHEN YOU FOLLOW TOO CLOSELY AND ANOTHER DRIVER CUTS SUDDENLY IN FRONT OF YOU, WHAT IS THE BEST THING TO DO? Swerve into the lane next to you Slam on the brakes Drive onto the shoulder of the road Take your foot off the gas pedal
d.
WHILE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ARE DANGEROUS TO DO WHILE DRIVING, WHICH IS ALSO ILLEGAL? Reading a road map Traveling slower than other traffic Adjusting your outside mirrors Listening to music through a set of dual headphones
d.
YOU MAY CROSS SOLID YELLOW LINES: To pass traffic moving in the same direction During daylight hours only At any time When making turns
d.
YOU MUST YIELD THE RIGHT-OF-WAY TO AN APPROACHING VEHICLE WHEN YOU ARE Already in a traffic circle Already in an intersection Going straight ahead Turning left
d.
