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A crosshatched area adjacent to a designated disabled parking space is?
A crosshatched area adjacent to a designated disabled parking space is?
- A parking space
- A loading zone
- A no parking zone (correct)
- A bicycle lane
You should drive on an unpaved road to pass another vehicle.
You should drive on an unpaved road to pass another vehicle.
False (B)
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street, how far must your wheels be from the curb?
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street, how far must your wheels be from the curb?
within 18 inches
When merging onto the freeway, you should drive at what speed?
When merging onto the freeway, you should drive at what speed?
At a railroad crossing with no warning devices, and you can't see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction, how fast should you drive?
At a railroad crossing with no warning devices, and you can't see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction, how fast should you drive?
When driving in fog, which headlights should you use?
When driving in fog, which headlights should you use?
What does a white painted curb signify?
What does a white painted curb signify?
What should you do when a school bus ahead of you is stopped with red lights flashing?
What should you do when a school bus ahead of you is stopped with red lights flashing?
California's 'Basic Speed Law' states you should never drive faster than what?
California's 'Basic Speed Law' states you should never drive faster than what?
If you just sold your vehicle, how many days do you have to notify the DMV?
If you just sold your vehicle, how many days do you have to notify the DMV?
To avoid last minute moves, how far down the road should you be looking?
To avoid last minute moves, how far down the road should you be looking?
You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before making a left turn.
You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before making a left turn.
In a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle, what must you do?
In a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle, what must you do?
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a residential area?
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a residential area?
You may legally block an intersection under certain circumstances.
You may legally block an intersection under certain circumstances.
When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, which direction should your front wheels be turned?
When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, which direction should your front wheels be turned?
With a Class C driver's license, what type of vehicle may a person drive?
With a Class C driver's license, what type of vehicle may a person drive?
When turning left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, from which lane should you start your turn?
When turning left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, from which lane should you start your turn?
When involved in a traffic collision with property damage over $1,000, what report is required to be submitted to the DMV?
When involved in a traffic collision with property damage over $1,000, what report is required to be submitted to the DMV?
Roadways are the most slippery when?
Roadways are the most slippery when?
You may not park your vehicle next to a red painted curb.
You may not park your vehicle next to a red painted curb.
What does two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart mean?
What does two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart mean?
When making a right turn at an intersection, how far in advance should you signal?
When making a right turn at an intersection, how far in advance should you signal?
It is illegal to park your vehicle in what location?
It is illegal to park your vehicle in what location?
What is the safest precaution regarding the use of cellular phones while driving?
What is the safest precaution regarding the use of cellular phones while driving?
If you have a green light but traffic is blocking the intersection, what should you do?
If you have a green light but traffic is blocking the intersection, what should you do?
Before making a right turn, what should you do?
Before making a right turn, what should you do?
You must obey instructions from school crossing guards at all times.
You must obey instructions from school crossing guards at all times.
On very windy days, what should you do if a dust storm reduces your visibility?
On very windy days, what should you do if a dust storm reduces your visibility?
If you plan to pass another vehicle, what should you not assume?
If you plan to pass another vehicle, what should you not assume?
If you drive faster than other vehicles on a one-lane road, what will likely happen?
If you drive faster than other vehicles on a one-lane road, what will likely happen?
Which vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
Which vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
On a one-way street, when can you turn left onto another one-way street?
On a one-way street, when can you turn left onto another one-way street?
When a large truck is turning right onto a street, what should you expect?
When a large truck is turning right onto a street, what should you expect?
You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if what is true?
You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if what is true?
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, what should you always do?
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, what should you always do?
You drive defensively when you do what?
You drive defensively when you do what?
If a large truck is in front of you on the freeway, how should you drive?
If a large truck is in front of you on the freeway, how should you drive?
Which of the following practices are illegal while driving?
Which of the following practices are illegal while driving?
You should always stop before crossing railroad tracks when?
You should always stop before crossing railroad tracks when?
When you tailgate other drivers, what can happen?
When you tailgate other drivers, what can happen?
Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
You see a signal person at a road construction site. What should you do?
You see a signal person at a road construction site. What should you do?
When is it permissible to drive in a bike lane?
When is it permissible to drive in a bike lane?
What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?
What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?
If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, what should you do?
If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, what should you do?
What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line mean?
What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line mean?
Which statement about blind spots is true?
Which statement about blind spots is true?
You may NOT park:
You may NOT park:
Parking is never permitted in a crosshatched pattern space.
Parking is never permitted in a crosshatched pattern space.
What is the first step of parallel parking between two cars?
What is the first step of parallel parking between two cars?
Is it illegal to park your vehicle in front of a private driveway?
Is it illegal to park your vehicle in front of a private driveway?
When you park on a level road next to a curb, what must you ensure?
When you park on a level road next to a curb, what must you ensure?
What does a 'no standing' sign mean?
What does a 'no standing' sign mean?
When parked on any hill, what should you always do?
When parked on any hill, what should you always do?
On a two-way street with no curb, when parking uphill, which way should your front wheels be turned?
On a two-way street with no curb, when parking uphill, which way should your front wheels be turned?
What does a 'no parking' sign mean?
What does a 'no parking' sign mean?
When parking downhill next to a curb, which way do you turn your front wheels?
When parking downhill next to a curb, which way do you turn your front wheels?
You are not allowed to park next to a red painted curb.
You are not allowed to park next to a red painted curb.
Which of the following is NOT a safe backing precaution?
Which of the following is NOT a safe backing precaution?
What should you do after finishing parallel parking between two cars on a leveled street?
What should you do after finishing parallel parking between two cars on a leveled street?
Before pulling out from a parking space which is parallel to the curb, you should?
Before pulling out from a parking space which is parallel to the curb, you should?
Before getting out of your parked vehicle on the traffic side of the street, what should you do?
Before getting out of your parked vehicle on the traffic side of the street, what should you do?
Study Notes
Parking Regulations
- A crosshatched area adjacent to a disabled parking space is a no parking zone.
- White painted curbs are designated loading zones for passengers or mail only.
- A red painted curb indicates no parking is allowed.
- Illegal to park in front of private driveways, unmarked crosswalks, and within 20 feet of an intersection or 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
- Parking on a hill requires turning the front wheels appropriately: away from the street when uphill and towards the curb when downhill.
Speed Limits and Driving Laws
- Basic Speed Law mandates driving at a speed that is safe for prevailing conditions.
- Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in residential areas is 25 mph.
- Always maintain a speed in line with the flow of freeway traffic when merging.
Traffic Signals and Cautions
- A school bus with red lights flashing requires drivers to stop until the lights cease.
- Flashing yellow traffic signals indicate to slow down and proceed carefully.
- If the traffic is blocking an intersection, do not enter, even with a green light.
- At a railroad crossing with no warning devices, maintain a speed of 15 mph if you cannot see 400 feet down the tracks.
Defensive Driving
- Look ahead to predict the vehicle's position, typically 10 to 15 seconds ahead is ideal.
- Maintain a greater distance from large trucks than from passenger vehicles to counteract their larger blind spots.
- Regularly check mirrors and be aware of surroundings to detect potential hazards.
Collision Procedures
- If involved in a minor collision without locating the owner of a vehicle, leave a note and report the incident to the police.
- A written report (SR1) must be submitted to the DMV if there's property damage exceeding $1,000 or injuries are involved.
Merging and Turns
- When making a left turn from a multilane, one-way street, choose the lane closest to the left curb.
- Signal continuously for at least 100 feet before making a turn.
- Do not drive in a bike lane except when within 200 feet of a right turn.
Cellular Phone Use
- The safest strategy for using phones while driving is to employ hands-free devices to maintain control of the vehicle.
General Observations
- Avoid last-minute lane changes by planning your movements ahead of time.
- Tailgating frustrates other drivers and increases accident risk.
- If making a right turn at an intersection, be prepared to slow down or stop as needed.
Important Reminders
- Always yield to instructions from crossing guards and signal persons at construction sites.
- In cases of poor visibility (like fog), use low beam headlights and adjust your speed accordingly.
- Avoid assumptions when overtaking other vehicles; they may not create space for re-entry into your lane.
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