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You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle.
False
What is the speed limit when approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and an inability to see 400 feet down the tracks?
15 mph
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street, how close must your wheels be to the curb?
18 inches
When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving at or near what speed?
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What kind of headlights should you use when driving in fog?
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What does a white painted curb mean?
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What should you do if a school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing?
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What does California's 'Basic Speed Law' state?
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You must notify the DMV within how many days after selling your vehicle?
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To avoid last minute moves, you should look down the road to where your vehicle will be in about how many seconds?
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You must signal continuously during the last how many feet before making a left turn?
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Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles?
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If you've been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and can't find the owner, what should you do?
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Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a residential area?
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You may legally block an intersection under certain conditions?
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When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, how should you position your front wheels?
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With a Class C driver's license, what type of vehicle can you drive if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6,000 pounds?
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To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, from which lane should you start your turn?
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You are required to submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV in case of a traffic collision if there is property damage in excess of how much?
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When are roadways the most slippery?
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Where may you not park your vehicle?
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You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you sell or transfer your vehicle?
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Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart may be crossed for any reason?
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When preparing to make a right turn at an intersection, what should you do first?
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If you are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH and traffic is moving at 70 MPH, what speed may you legally drive?
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It is illegal to park your vehicle in an unmarked crosswalk?
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What is the safest precaution regarding the use of cellular phones and driving?
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If you have a green light but traffic is blocking the intersection, what should you do?
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When preparing to make a right turn, what should you do?
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You must obey instructions from school crossing guards at all times?
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What should you do on a very windy day when a dust storm reduces your visibility while driving?
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If you plan to pass another vehicle, what should you not assume?
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If you are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph and most vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster, what speed may you legally drive?
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If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass them, what will likely happen?
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Which vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
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When driving on a one-way street, under what condition may you turn left onto another one-way street?
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A large truck ahead of you is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. What should you be aware of?
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You may cross a double, yellow line to pass another vehicle if what condition is met?
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At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, what should you always do?
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How do you drive defensively?
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When driving on the freeway with a large truck in front of you, how should you position your vehicle?
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Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears while driving is illegal?
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Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when what condition is present?
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What happens when you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper)?
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Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
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You must obey the instructions from a signal person at a road construction site at all times?
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When can you drive in a bike lane?
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A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means what?
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What should you do if there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead?
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What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line indicate?
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Study Notes
California DMV Driver's Permit Test Key Points
- Driving off paved roadway to pass another vehicle is prohibited under all circumstances.
- At railroad crossings without warning devices, slow to 15 mph if visibility is limited to 400 feet.
- When parking parallel on a level street, ensure wheels are within 18 inches of the curb.
- Merge onto the freeway at or near the traffic speed for safety.
- Use low beams when driving in fog for better visibility.
- A white painted curb indicates a loading zone for passengers or mail only.
- Stop for school buses with flashing red lights in your lane.
- California's Basic Speed Law ensures driving speed is safe for current conditions.
- Must notify the DMV within 5 days after selling or transferring a vehicle.
- Scan ahead 10 to 15 seconds to avoid last-minute maneuvers.
- Signal continuously for the last 100 feet before making a left turn.
- Large trucks have larger blind spots compared to passenger vehicles.
- Leave a note and report accidents if involved in a minor collision with a parked vehicle.
- In residential areas, the default speed limit is 25 mph unless posted otherwise.
- Blocking an intersection is illegal under all conditions.
- When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, turn front wheels right.
- A Class C driver's license permits driving a vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight of less than 6,000 pounds.
- To turn left from a multilane one-way street, begin your turn from the lane closest to the left curb.
- Written reports (SR1) to the DMV are required for accidents involving over $750 in damage or injuries.
- Roads are most slippery during the first rain after a dry period.
- Parking next to a red painted curb is forbidden.
- All instructions from school crossing guards must be followed.
- During dust storms, reduce speed and turn on headlights for safety.
- Do not assume other drivers will create space when passing.
- On freeways, the maximum legal speed is the posted limit, regardless of other traffic speeds.
- Frequent passing on a single lane road increases accident risk.
- Tank trucks carrying hazardous materials must stop before crossing railroad tracks.
- Left turns onto one-way streets from a one-way street are permissible only if traffic flows to the left.
- Large trucks may need to swing wide when turning onto streets with multiple lanes.
- Crossing a double yellow line is allowed only if your side of the road has a broken line.
- Always check for hazards at intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings.
- Defensive driving includes staying observant for potential dangers.
- Maintain a greater following distance behind large trucks than behind passenger vehicles.
- Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears is illegal while driving.
- Always stop at railroad tracks if there isn't enough space to fully cross.
- Tailgating frustrates other drivers, increasing risks of road rage.
- Driving slower than traffic can be dangerous, as it may obstruct the flow.
- Obey signal persons at construction sites at all times.
- Driving in bike lanes is only permissible within 200 feet of a right turn cross street.
- A flashing yellow traffic signal requires slowing down and cautious navigation through the intersection.
- Stop for pedestrians crossing lanes, even without a crosswalk.
- A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line allows passing only next to the broken line.
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