A1 Driving School Final Test

Questions and Answers

In general, you should pass a vehicle or bicycle going in your direction on the right.

False

What can happen if you dump or abandon an animal by the roadside?

You can receive a fine of up to $1,000, or be confined in a county jail for up to six months, or both.

If your tire was to blow out while driving, what should you do?

Slow down gradually. (correct)

Hold the steering wheel tightly and steer straight ahead. (correct)

Take your foot off the gas pedal slowly but don't apply the brakes. (correct)

Apply the brakes when the car is almost stopped. (correct)

What is the best protection against injury if you have an accident?

Your seatbelt Signup and view all the answers

Being overly cautious during a driving test is not good as it can result in stopping the normal flow of traffic.

True Signup and view all the answers

If there are two yellow lines dividing lanes of traffic, and the line closest to your lane is broken, __________.

You may cross over it to pass vehicles ahead, if it is safe to do so. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Basic Speed Law state?

Your driving speed, regardless of the posted speed limit, should depend on overall roadway, traffic, and weather conditions. Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?

You may be fined up to $1,000 and your license can be suspended for a period of 1 year. Signup and view all the answers

What are the keys to avoiding accidents caused by right-of-way violations?

Common courtesy and a non-assuming attitude. Signup and view all the answers

When a car driving uphill on a one-lane road comes across another vehicle going downhill, who should back up?

The car going downhill should back up because the car going uphill has the right of way. Signup and view all the answers

If you are involved in a collision and do not stop, what are the consequences?

You may be convicted of hit and run. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a penalty for receiving a DUI?

Mandatory jail time Signup and view all the answers

If you accidentally kill or injure an animal, what should you not do?

Try to move the animal to the side of the road if it is injured. Signup and view all the answers

What is not a consequence of either over or under-inflated tires?

Greater handling. Signup and view all the answers

How can you ensure that you are not in a trucker's 'no zone'?

By ensuring that you can see the trucker in their side mirror. Signup and view all the answers

For persons ages under 20, a conviction for using alcohol or a controlled substance results in the court ordering DMV to suspend your license for __________.

1 year Signup and view all the answers

It is advised to take in the whole scene around you and look at least __________ seconds down the road.

12 to 15 Signup and view all the answers

All individuals on a motorcycle are required by law to wear a helmet.

True Signup and view all the answers

It is advised to use the __________ rule to maintain enough space between your vehicle and other vehicles in traffic.

3 second Signup and view all the answers

You should use your horn __________.

only to help avoid an accident. Signup and view all the answers

When entering a bicycle lane to make a right turn, within how many feet must you enter the lane before making the turn?

200 Signup and view all the answers

Parking and driving safely are two different functions.

False Signup and view all the answers

What may happen if you refuse to take a blood or urine test when requested by law enforcement?

Persons refusing these tests will be subject to license suspensions and revocations. Signup and view all the answers

Over 200 items are scored on the driving test. You may only make __________ or fewer errors to pass the test.

15 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Passing Rules

Vehicles and bicycles should generally be passed on the right.
Always proceed when it is your turn; being overly cautious can disrupt traffic flow.

Animal Welfare

Abandoning an animal by the roadside can incur fines up to $1,000 or up to six months in jail.

Tire Blowouts

During a tire blowout, hold the steering wheel tightly, steer straight, and gradually slow down without braking until you are off the road.

Safety Measures

Wearing a seatbelt is the best protection against injury in an accident.
All motorcycle riders must wear a helmet approved by the CHP.

Traffic Violations

Failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights can result in a fine of up to $1,000 and a one-year license suspension.
Refusing a blood or urine test when suspected of DUI leads to license suspension.

Right-of-Way Rules

In California, 20% of fatal and injury collisions involve failure to yield the right-of-way. Using common courtesy can help avoid these accidents.
If a car is driving uphill and meets a vehicle downhill, the vehicle going downhill must back up, as the uphill vehicle has the right of way.

Collision Consequences

Not stopping after a collision can lead to a hit-and-run conviction.
Convictions for DUI include penalties such as mandatory jail time and significant fines.

Reporting Animal Incidents

Do not attempt to move injured animals; instead, report the incident to authorities.

Tire Maintenance

Over or under-inflated tires do not improve handling; proper inflation is crucial for safety.

Trucker's No Zone

Ensure visibility in the trucker's side mirror to stay out of their blind spots.

Young Drivers and Penalties

For drivers under 20, a DUI conviction leads to a one-year license suspension.

Vigilance While Driving

Look at least 12 to 15 seconds ahead while driving to anticipate hazards, equating to about a block in the city and a quarter mile on highways.

Safe Driving Practices

Use the 3-second rule for maintaining a safe distance between vehicles.
Car horns should only be used to prevent accidents.

Bicycle Lane and Turn Signals

When making a right turn into a bicycle lane, enter within 200 feet before the turn.

Test Guidelines

In the driving test, a maximum of 15 errors can be made among over 200 criteria surveyed.
High beams must be dimmed at an appropriate distance for oncoming vehicles (specific feet to be provided).

Distinction Between Driving Functions

Parking and driving safely are distinct functions; this statement is false.

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Prepare for your driving test with these flashcards from A1 Driving School. Each card covers important driving rules and regulations that you need to know. Test your knowledge on vehicle passing, animal abandonment laws, and safety measures during a tire blowout.