2022 California DMV Written Test #6

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Questions and Answers

When planning to pass another vehicle, you should?

Assume the driver will maintain a constant speed.

Not count on other drivers to make room for you. (correct)

Assume the driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal.

You hit a parked vehicle and can't find the owner. What must you do?

Leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle. (correct)

Call your insurance company when you get home.

Wait for the owner to return.

If you are driving and you see animals standing near the roadway:

Speed up to scare them away.

Quickly swerve into the next lane.

Slow down and proceed with caution. (correct)

Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

You should yield to a pedestrian:

At all times, even if the pedestrian is not obeying traffic laws. Signup and view all the answers

What usually causes a locked wheel skid?

Braking too hard at a fast speed. Signup and view all the answers

A broken yellow centerline indicates that:

Passing on the left is permitted when the way ahead is clear. Signup and view all the answers

When you are facing a green light and there are pedestrians in the intersection:

You must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians. Signup and view all the answers

If you become drowsy while driving, you should:

Take a break. Signup and view all the answers

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?

Headlights. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these statements is true about large trucks?

They take longer to stop than passenger vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?

Right, toward the side of the road. Signup and view all the answers

When driving behind another vehicle at night, you should:

Keep your headlights on the low beam setting. Signup and view all the answers

If you drive 55 mph in a 55 mph zone, you can be given a speeding ticket?

If the road or weather conditions require a slower speed. Signup and view all the answers

When driving in fog, you should:

Use your low beam headlights. Signup and view all the answers

You want to turn left at an upcoming corner. Yield the right-of-way to:

All approaching vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

To help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces, you should?

Slow down before entering curves and intersections. Signup and view all the answers

California's Move Over law requires?

All vehicles to vacate the lane closest to an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing. Signup and view all the answers

When you drive through a construction zone, you should:

Pass the construction zone carefully and not 'rubberneck'. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about vehicles displaying a diamond-shaped sign that indicates a hazardous load?

They must stop before crossing railroad tracks. Signup and view all the answers

Drivers turning left must yield to:

Oncoming vehicles traveling straight or turning right. Signup and view all the answers

When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be?

Turned to the right (away from the street). Signup and view all the answers

You are required to stop your vehicle:

Both of the above. Signup and view all the answers

When can you drive in a bike lane?

When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right. Signup and view all the answers

If a traffic signal light is not working, you must?

Stop, then proceed when safe. Signup and view all the answers

U-turns in business districts are?

Legal at intersections, unless a sign prohibits them. Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle has a mechanical problem:

Put on your hazard lights and pull off the road. Signup and view all the answers

You must show proof of insurance to law enforcement:

If you are involved in a collision or stopped for a citation. Signup and view all the answers

A vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard. What should you do first?

Take your foot off the gas pedal. Signup and view all the answers

Give the right-of-way to any pedestrian who is:

In any crosswalk or intersection. Signup and view all the answers

If you park facing uphill where there is no curb, set the parking brake and:

Turn your wheels away from the edge of the road. Signup and view all the answers

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:

Go through the intersection without stopping. Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should:

Use both the lap and shoulder belts. Signup and view all the answers

Only (Blank) can lower blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and reduce alcohol's effects on a body.

Time. Signup and view all the answers

When approaching an intersection with a flashing red light, you must:

Come to a complete stop, yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then proceed. Signup and view all the answers

Adjust your rearview and side mirrors:

Before you start driving. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Passing Another Vehicle

Do not rely on other drivers to create space for you while passing.
Use turn signals, but do not assume the other driver will yield.
Maintain awareness of other drivers' potential behavior.

Involved in an Accident

Leave a note with your contact information if you cannot locate the owner of a parked vehicle.

Animals on Roadway

Slow down and drive cautiously if you see animals near the road.

Blind Spots

Large trucks have larger blind spots compared to passenger vehicles.
Blind spots may not be eliminated by having mirrors on both sides.

Pedestrian Right-of-Way

Yield to pedestrians at all times, regardless of traffic signals.

Skidding

Locked wheel skids often result from heavy braking at high speeds.

Road Markings

A broken yellow centerline indicates that passing is permitted when it is safe to do so.

Green Light and Pedestrians

Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians present in an intersection when the light is green.

Drowsiness While Driving

If feeling drowsy, take a break to avoid accidents.

Driving in Reduced Visibility

In dust storms, reduce speed and activate headlights for better visibility.

Large Trucks

Large trucks require a longer distance to stop compared to passenger vehicles.

Parking on Inclines

When parking downhill on a two-way street without a curb, turn front wheels towards the edge of the road.

Night Driving

Use low beam headlights when driving behind another vehicle at night to avoid blinding the driver.

Speeding Tickets

Driving at the speed limit does not guarantee immunity from tickets in unfavorable road or weather conditions.

Driving in Fog

Utilize low beam headlights during foggy conditions.

Turning Left

Yield the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians when turning left.

Avoiding Skids

Slow down before entering curves and intersections to reduce skidding risk.

Move Over Law

Vacate the lane nearest to a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights.

Construction Zones

Decrease following distance and pass construction sites carefully to ensure safety.

Hazardous Loads

Vehicles displaying a diamond-shaped sign indicating hazardous loads must stop before crossing railroad tracks.

Left Turns

Drivers turning left must yield to oncoming vehicles traveling straight or turning right.

Parking without Curbs

If parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, turn front wheels to the right away from the street.

Stopping Requirements

Stop at intersections where directed by a police officer or at traffic signals showing red.

Bicycle Lane Use

Driving in a bike lane is allowed only when turning right or during specific conditions.

Traffic Signal Malfunction

Stop at an intersection with a non-functioning traffic light and proceed safely after yielding to other traffic.

U-Turns in Business Districts

U-turns are legal in business districts unless explicitly prohibited by traffic signs.

Mechanical Problems

In case of a mechanical issue, activate hazard lights and pull off the road safely.

Proof of Insurance

Proof of insurance must be shown if involved in an accident or stopped for a citation.

Responding to Hazards

If a vehicle cuts in front of you, take your foot off the gas pedal and assess the situation calmly.

Right-of-Way for Pedestrians

Always yield to pedestrians in a marked crosswalk or intersection.

Parking Facing Uphill

Ensure to set the parking brake and turn the wheels away from the edge of the road when parking uphill.

Police Instructions

Follow a police officer's direction to proceed through a red light if instructed, prioritizing safety.

Safety Belt Usage

Use both lap and shoulder belts in a vehicle equipped with a two-part safety belt system.

Alcohol Effects

Time is the only factor that effectively lowers blood alcohol concentration (BAC).

Flashing Red Light

Stop completely at a flashing red light, yield to traffic and pedestrians, and then proceed when safe.

Mirror Adjustments

Adjust rearview and side mirrors before starting to drive for optimal visibility and safety.

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Test your knowledge with the 2022 California DMV Written Test #6 flashcards. This quiz covers essential driving rules and safety tips that every driver should know. Perfect for anyone preparing for their DMV written exam.