Give extra space to drivers backing out of parking spaces because
They may not see you
They have the right of way
It is required by law
You are entering a freeway, you should check traffic by
Looking over your shoulder
Using the inside and outside mirrors only
Checking all mirrors and turning your head
Which is true about other drivers
Drivers always obey traffic signs and signals
Drivers using turn signals always turn in the direction indicated
Never assume other drivers will give you the right of way
You are traveling at 55 mph on a two-lane highway, one lane in each direction, and you want to pass the car ahead of you. To pass safely you need to
Wait until solid double yellow lines separate the lanes
Increase your speed to 65 mph
Have at least a 10 - 12 second gap in the oncoming traffic
When driving near road construction zones you should
Slow down and watch the construction as you pass
Step on your brakes just before you pass the construction
Pass the construction zone carefully and avoid "rubbernecking"
When you back up in a passenger vehicle
Rely on your rearview mirror
Look over your right shoulder through the rear window
Only use your side and rearview mirrors
You exit a freeway on a ramp that curves downhill, you should
Slow to a safe speed before the curve
Slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway
Wait until you have entered the curve to begin braking
Which of these statements is true about child passengers
Children one or over and over 20 pounds should ride in the front seat
Children under age 1 should not ride in the front seat in airbag equipped vehicles
The front seat is generally safest for children six years of age and older
Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medication
Most cold medications can make a person drowsy
Over the counter medications can not impare driving ability if taken in the recommended dosages
Medications are safe to take at any time if prescribed by a doctor
If there is a single set of solid yellow lines in the center of the roadway you
May cross the lines to turn left into a private driveway
Are on a two lane one way street
Should not cross for any reason
On a sharp curve you should use your brakes to slow the vehicle
Just after you enter the curve
During the entire time you drive through the curve
Before you enter the curve
When sharing the road with a light rail vehicle
Never turn in front of a light rail vehicle
Always pass a light rail vehicle slowly on the right
Remember they are loud and move slowly like freight trains
You can be fined up to $1,000 and jailed for six months if you are cited for
Dumping or abandoning an animal on the highway
Making a U-turn from a center left turn lane
Parking in a bicycle lane
This blue sign means parking is allowed
Only for persons in wheel chairs
For disabled persons without a special placard or plate
Only for disabled persons with a special placard or plate
Before getting out of a parked car on the traffic side of the street you should
Give an arm signal that you are exiting your vehicle
Turn on your left turn signal
Check traffic approaching from behind
Instructions from school crossing guards must be obeyed
At all times
During school hours only
Only when children are present in front of the school
You must make a written report (SR1) to DMV when
Your vehicle fails a smog test
You are involved in an accident and there is an injury
You change your insurance company
The "Three second rule" applies to the space ______ of your vehicle
In back
Ahead
To the sides
What is the best advice for driving when heavy fog or dust occurs
Try not to drive until the conditions improve
Do not drive too slowly because others may hit you
Alternate your high and low beams to improve your vision
When driving a vehicle with air bags you are safest when seated
At least 10 inches away from the steering wheel
Within 6 1/2 inches of the steering wheel
With your head positioned directly above the steering wheel
If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two lane road
Move to the right side of your lane and drive slowly
Pull off of the road when it is safe and let them pass
Continue driving because you have the right of way
If you have an accident the law requires you to exchange your drivers license information
With witnesses
With others involved in the accident
With security guards
There two traffic lanes in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and cars are passing you on the right. If the driver behind you wishes to drive faster you should
Stay in your lane so that you don't impede the traffic flow
Drive onto the left shoulder to let the other drivers pass
Move over into the right lane when it is safe
This yellow sign means
Railroad crossing is controlled-continue at your regular speed
Look, listen, and prepare to stop at the crossing, if necessary
Stop at the railroad tracks and wait for a signal beefore crossing
The California Driving Handbook recommends several tips to help you keep alert on long drives. One of these tips is
Pull off the road and rest
Turn on your air conditioner
Alternately drive close to the left and right sides of your lane
You are required to wear your safety belt in a moving vehicle
Unless your vehicle was manufactured before 1975
Unless you are riding in the back of a pick up or camper
If your vehicle is equipped with safety belts
A law enforcement officer notices that one of your passengers is not wearing a seat belt and writes a citation. Which of the following is true
Both you and your passenger will receive a citation
Your passenger will recieve the citation, regardless of age
You may recieve the citation if the passenger is 15 or younger
Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a
Passenger car
Station wagon
Large tour bus
When driving in the far right lane of the freeway you
Should expect merging vehicles at onramps
Must be driving slower than other traffic
Must give the right of way to merging traffic
You have consented to take a test for the alchohol content of your blood, breath, or urine
Only if you have been drinking alcohol
Whenever you drive in California
Only if an accident has occurred
You have been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol. The judge sentenced you to 48 hours in jail. In addition, you may
Have to pay a fine
Have your vehicle taken away for 60 days
Have to install an ignition interlock device (IID) on your vehicle
If your cell phone rings while you are driving you should
Answer it if you have a hands free device
Let the call go to voicemail
Answer it if the call is from your parents
You are being chased by a police vehicle with its lights and siren activated. You ignore the warning to stop and speed away. During the chase a person is seriously injured. You are subject to
Imprisonment in a state prison for five years
A fine of not less than $1,000
Attending an anger-management class
When you see this yellow sign you should
Always stop at the crosswalk
Stop at the crosswalk until a crossing guard signals you to go
Be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk
You are driving on a divided street with multiple lanes in your direction. If you need to make a U-turn, where should you start
In the median
On the shoulder
In the left lane
If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk in the middle of the block
The pedestrian has the right of way
The pedestrian must yield the right of way
Vehicles have the right of way, but drivers must take care for the pedestrians safety
A person between 13 and 18 years of age may ave his/her driving privilege ______ for one year if convicted as a habitual truant
Extended
Canceled
Suspended
It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ______ or more
0.08% Eight hundredths of one percent
0.01% One hundredth of one percent
0.05% Five hundredths of one percent
The two way road that you are driving on has a lane marked as shown in this picture. This lane is used
To begin or end left turns or start a permitted U-turn
As a regular driving lane during periods of heavy traffic
To pass other vehicles that are moving slowly
The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do
Pass the vehicle once any pedestrian has crossed your lane
Stop, then proceed when all pedestrians have crossed
Change lanes, look carefully, and pass the stopped vehicle
When stopped at railroad tracks with multiple tracks, cross
Only when it is safe to do so
As soon as the train has passed your roadway
Only when other vehicles begin crossing
You are driving on a five lane highway in the lane closest to the center divider. To exit the freeway you should
Carefully cross all lanes at one time
Change lanes one at a time until you are in the proper lane
Slow before begining each lane change
You are driving 45 mph in a 55mph zone. You can be cited for speeding
Only if you are approaching a sharp cure in the road
Under no circumstances because it is always legal
If it is unsafe for current weather conditions
You are driving at night on a dimly lit street and using high beams. You should dim your headlights when you are within 500 feet of
A vehicle approaching you from behind
An oncoming vehicle
On sharp curves or hills
When parking on any hill, you should always set your parking brake and
Leave your vehicle in neutral
Keep the front wheels parallel to the road
Leave your vehicle in gear or in the park position
This red and white sign means
You may not enter the roadway from your direction
Stop and proceed with caution
The road ahead is closed to traffic in all directions
The roadway is wet and your car starts to skid. You should
Slowly ease your foot off of the gas pedal
Slow down by shifting to a lower gear
Slow down by pumping the brakes quickly and firmly
U-turns in residential districts are legal
On a one way street at a green arrow
When there are no vehicles approaching nearby
Across two sets of solid double yellow lines
Where should you stop your vehicle when there is no limit line
Just past the corner
At the corner
Twenty feet before the intersection
When you see this red sign you should stop and
Check for vehicles in the direction you plan on going, then proceed
Let all vehicles that arrive before you or after you go first
Check traffic in all directions before proceeding
Driving slower than the traffic flow tends to
Make an accident less likely to happen
Make an accident more likely to happen
Not change the chances of having an accident
You may legally drive on any freeway carpool lane if
All the other lanes are stopped with heavy traffic
You are carrying the minimum number of persons shown on the sign
It is between the hours of 7 pm and 7 am
You may legally park your car in front of a driveway
If the driveway is in front of your house
As long as it is not parked for longer than 15 minutes
Under no circumstances
You must use your seat belt
Unless you are riding in a vehicle built before 1979
Unless you are riding in a limousine
If the vehicle is equipped with seat belts
You are on a two lane road and the vehicle ahead of you is turning left into a driveway. You may legally pass the vehicle on the right
If there is enough room between the vehicle and the curb to do so
Even if you must drive on the shoulder to do so
Even if you must cross a solid white line painted on the road
You should always turn on your emergency flashers when
You are double parked in a traffic lane
You are parked on the side of the road in heavy fog
Your car has broken down on the roadway
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
When looking ahead while driving, you should
Stare at the middle of the road
Look directly in front of your car
Scan from side to side
You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching with a siren and flashing lights, you should
Stop immediately in the intersection until the vehicle has passed
Pull to the right of the intersection and stop
Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop
Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. If necessary you may
Drive on the freeway shoulder until a gap appears
Stop before merging with heavy traffic
Make room by forcing yourself into a small gap
If you want to pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when an oncoing car is approaching
Honk your horn and then pass the bicyclist
Slow down and let the car pass, then pass the bicyclist
Wait until the bicyclist rides off of the roadway
What should you do at an intersection with a flashing red signal light
Cautiously continue driving through the interesection
Stop before entering, then proceed when safe
Stop before entering. Wait for the green signal light before proceeding
This red sign means
Other drivers must yield to you
Give the right of way to other drivers
Make a complete stop before asserting your right of way
Dim your lights for oncoming vehicles or when you are withing 300 feet of a vehicle
You are approaching from behind
Approaching from behind you
You have already passed
During the first 12 months after you are licensed you may
Transport minors at any time
Transport minors between 11 pm and 5 am if you are accompanied by a licensed driver 25 years of age or older
Drive at any time
If there is a deep puddle in the road ahead you should
Maintain the posted speed and drive through the water
Steer your vehicle around the water if possible
Shift into neutral as you drive through the water
When merging onto a freeway you should be driving
At or near the same speed as the traffic
At the legal freeway speed limit
Slower than the freeway traffic
You are approaching an uncontrolled intersection you
Must always stop before driving through the intersection
Must yield the right of way to all other vehicles
Should slow down and be ready to stop
You may turn right on a solid red light
Only after slowing down and checking traffic
Only after stopping, yielding to pedestrians and bikes, unless otherwise posted
Under no circumstances
If you have a green light but traffic is blocking the intersection
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears
Enter the intersection and wait until traffic clears
Merge into another lane and try to go around the other traffic
This white sign means
Drive to the right
Right turn yield
Slower traffic should move to the right
When a school bus with its red lights flashing is stopped ahead on your side of the road
Stop until you think all of the children have unloaded
Stop until the lights stop flashing
Change lanes, drive slowly, and pass cautiously
On a green arrow you must
Yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian in the intersection
Yield only to pedestrians in the intersection
Wait 5 seconds before proceeding
A person may legally ride in the back of a pickup truck when
The sides of the pickup truck are at least 24 inches high
The back of the pickup is covered with a camper shell
In secured seats and using approved safety belts
You are at a red traffic signal. The traffic light turns green, but there are still other vehicles in the intersection. You should
Wait until the other vehicles clear the intersection before moving
Move ahead only if you can go around the other vehicles
Enter the intersection and wait for traffic to clear
Which of the following is true about large trucks
Trucks have fewer blind spots due to the vehicles height
It is best to pass trucks slowly and on the right side
Trucks often appear to travel slower because of their large size
Even if you know your vehicle can maneuver a sharp curve at the legal speed limit, you should still slow down because
You must legally drive below the speed limit on sharp curves
The strong inward pull of your vehicle can be dangerous
There may be a stalled vehicle or accident ahead that you can not see
Solid yellow lines seperate
Traffic lanes on a one way street
Bicycle lanes from regular traffic
Vehicles going in opposite directions
Which of the following is true about safety belts and accidents
They are unnecessary for vehicles equipped with front and side air bags
They keep you from being thrown clear to safety, which lowers your chances of surviving and accidents
They increase your chances of survival in most types of accidents
To turn left from a one way street onto a one way street, start from
The lane closest the left curb
The center lane
Any lane as long as it seems safe to do so
When you enter traffic from a full stop (ie: pulling away from the curb) you
Should drive slower than the 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
If an oncoming vehicle has started to turn left in front of you
Honk your horn to warn the driver and maintain your speed
Maintain your speed and take your right of way
Slow or stop your car to prevent an accident
When you are in a dedicated lane controlled by a green arrow. Which of the following is true
All vehicles in the intersection must yield to you
All oncoming vehicles and pedestrians are stopped by red lights
You may turn in the arrows direction without checking traffic
To back out of an angled parking space, always back slowly and look
At your rearview mirror as you back up
At your side mirrors as you back up
Over your right shoulder as you back up
An orange and red sign of this shape always means
The vehicle has the right of way
Slow moving vehicle
Emergency vehicle ahead
Cargo extending more than four feet from your rear bumper
Is illegal under all circumstances
Must be marked with a red flag or lights
Does not legally have to be marked, but it is a good idea
When a traffic light turns green, should you go immediately
Yes, but yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection
Yes, or you could be given a ticket for causing gridlock
No, because you must first wait 5 seconds before proceeding
Who has the right of way at an intersection with no crosswalks
Pedestrians always have the right of way
Vehicles, but they should slow down and be careful
Pedestrians, but only with the green "walk" signal
You are convicted by the court of your first DUI, the court will
Suspend your driving privilege
Sentence you to a mandatory 30 days in jail
Confiscate and sell your vehicle
If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must
Slow down because the lane ends ahead
Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead
Change lanes and maintain your current speed
Always look carefully for motorcycles before you change lanes because
Their smaller size makes them harder to see
They usually have the right of way at intersections
It is illegal for motorcycles to share traffic lanes
You want to make a right turn at a corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross in front of you. Before making your right turn you should
Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street
Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street
Wait until the person crosses the street
Which way do you turn your front wheels when parked uphill next to a curb
Parallel to the curb
Away from the curb
Toward the curb
This yellow sign means
Business district ahead
Divided highway ahead
Obstructed roadway ahead
You should usually drive your vehicle slower when
You see brake lights coming on several vehicles ahead of you
Passing large trucks on the freeway
You want to look at a controlled accident scene
Following closely behind another vehicle (tailgating)
Increases fuel efficiency
Is a common cause of rear end accidents
Helps keep traffic moving
You have had your license for 8 months, you may
Drive between 5:00 am and 5:00 pm unaccompanied
Transport minors unaccompanied at any time
Transport minors between 11:00 pm and 5:00 am unaccompanied
You wheels should be pointed straight ahead, unless you are
Waiting to make a turn at a traffic light
Parked on a hill or sloping driveway
Parked on the side of a level roadway and there is no curb
You are driving on a city street and you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do
Drive to the right edge of the road and slow down
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop
Stay in your lane, slow down, and let it pass
This yellow sign means
Narrow pedestrian bridge ahead
Pedestrians must yield the right of way ahead
There is a pedestrian crosswalk ahead
When should you use your headlights
One hour before sunset until one hour after sunrise
Anytime you can't see at least two miles ahead
Anytime you have trouble seeing others or being seen
Two vehicles are approaching an uncontrolled " T " intersection. One vehicle is on the through road and the other on the road that ends. Who has the right of way
The vehicle on the through road
The vehicle on the right
The vehicle that arrives first
Parking is NEVER permitted
In a crosshatched pattern space
Twenty feet from a railroad track
In a bicycle lane unless otherwise posted
Which one of these is the proper way to change a lane
Signal, check your mirrors, then change the lane
Signal, check your mirrors, and then look over your shoulder
Check your mirror, look over your shoulder, and then change the lane
If you are in an accident you must exchange with the other persons involved your drivers license information and
Proof of insurance only
Proof of insurance and vehicle registration only
Proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and current address
You must notify DMV within 5 days if you
Are cited for a traffic violation
Sell or transfer your vehicle
Paint your vehicle a different color
Check your rearview mirrors
Often to see how traffic is moving behind you
Only on a freeway or highway
Only when you are slowing down
Which one of the following requires a child restraint system
A six year old weighing 70 pounds
A five year old weighing 55 pounds
A five year old weighing 65 pounds
For which of the following traffic lights must you alway stop your vehicle
Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and blacked out traffic signals
Solid red lights, red arrows, and flashing yellow lights
Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and yellow lights
When roads are slippery you should
Avoid making fast turns and fast stops
Pump your brakes to test the traction of your tires
Decrease the distance that you look ahead of your vehicle
If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, you should
Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction
Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding
Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes
The speed limit posted on a road is 55 mph. When the road is wet
Maintain a 55 mph speed
Drive 5 to 10 mph under the speed limit
Drive 20 to 25 mph under the speed limit
A green arrow pointing to the left on a traffic light means you may
Make a protected turn in that direction
Turn left or continue going straight
Turn in that direction only after you stop
You are getting ready to make a right turn, you should
Always stop before making a right turn
Signal during the last 100 feet before you turn
Slow down and signal as you start your turn
If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving because of heavy rain or fog, and your wipers do not help, you should
Slow down and continue driving
Turn on your high beams and continue driving
Pull off of the roadway completely until conditions improve
This white sign means don't pass
Until after you pass the sign
Unless it seems safe to do so
Other vehicles for any reason
You may not stop a passenger vehicle at any time
Next to a curb painted red
Next to a curb painted yellow
In front of a school when children are present
Generally speaking, you are in a large trucks blind spot if you
Drive close to the large trucks left front wheel
Can't see the truck driver in the trucks side mirrors
Follow no closer than 10 feet behind the large truck
The speed limit in any alley is
20 mph
15 mph
10 mph
You see a car approaching from your rear. You check your mirror again to change lanes and you no longer see the car. You should
Look over your shoulder and be sure that the car is not in your blind spot
Turn your signal on and change lanes slowly
Signal, honk your horn, and change lanes quickly
You should stop at a railroad crossing
Whenever a crossing is not controlled by gates
Any time a train may be approaching, whether or not you can see it
If your vehicle has three or more axles
If you are going to make a left turn from a dedicated left turn lane and 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
To make a right turn from a two way street onto a two way street, start in the right hand lane and end in
The left lane
The lane closest the curb
Any lane that is available
Do not cross a solid yellow line in the center of the roadway to
Pass other vehicles
Make a left turn
Enter a private driveway
If another driver "cuts" in front of you, it would be better if you
Brake suddenly
Take your foot off the gas
Accelerate to avoid being "cut off"
There is one lane in your direction. The vehicle ahead of you often slows down for no apparent reason. You should
Speed up to pass the vehicle as soon as possible
Increase the following distance between you and the other driver
Flash your headlights quickly to alert the other driver
When traffic is slow and heavy and you must cross railroad tracks before reaching the upcoming intersection, you should
Stop between the crossing gates in case they close
Stop on the tracks and wait for your light to turn green
Wait until you can completely cross the tracks before you proceed
Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic
Slowing down to look at an accident scene
Avoiding unnecessary lane changes
Using public transportation instead of your car
Before driving into an intersection after a stop, you should look
Left and right only
Straight ahead and to the left
Left, right, and left again
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a business district is
25 mph
20 mph
30 mph
After passing a car it is safe to return to your driving lane when
The driver you just passed signals you to return to your lane
You signal your intention to return to your lane for 4 seconds
You see the headlights of the passed car in your rearview mirror
Use your high beam headlights at night
As little as possible
Only on unlighted streets
Whenever it is legal and safe
A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may
Turn in that direction after slowing and checking traffic
Not turn in that direction until the light turns green
Turn in that direction after you come to a complete stop
This black and whitte sign means
One lane road to the right
One way street - traffic travels to the right
All traffic must turn right ahead
When you change lanes or merge with another lane you
Have the right of way
Should first stop and check for cross traffic
Need at least a four second gap in traffic
When a traffic signal isn't working at an intersectionn, you should
Come to a complete stop, then proceed when it is safe
Stop before entering and let all other traffic go first
Slow down or stop, if necessary
You should adjust your rearview and side mirrors
Before you get into the car
Before you start driving
After you start driving
You are driving in the far right lane of a multilane freeway. A line of five cars is merging into your lane ahead from an onramp. You
Must maintain your speed and position
Must slow down and let the other vehicles merge
Should make room for the merging vehicles if possible
When driving in fog, snow, or rain, use both your windshield wipers and
Low beam headlights
High beam headlights
Running lights
To see vehicles in your blind spots you must look
Over your shoulders
In your side mirrors
In your inside rearview mirror
This yellow sign means
Medical services ahead
There is a " T " intersection
Another road crosses yours
You must carefully watch for bicycles in the traffic lanes because they
Must ride facing oncoming traffic
Could be hidden in your blind spots
Usually have the right of way
Which of these is a legal U turn
On a highway where there is a paved opening for a turn
150 feet from a hill or curve
Over two sets of double yellow lines in the roadway
If you approach a curve or the top of a hill and you do not have a clear view of the road ahead, you should
