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You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
- If the shoulder is wide enough to accommodate your vehicle
- Under no circumstances (correct)
- If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left
You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:
You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:
- 15 mph (correct)
- 20 mph
- 25 mph
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
- One of your rear wheels must touch the curb
- Your front wheels must be turned toward the street
- Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb (correct)
When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
When driving in fog, you should use your:
When driving in fog, you should use your:
A white painted curb means:
A white painted curb means:
California's 'Basic Speed Law' says:
California's 'Basic Speed Law' says:
You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.
You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ______________.
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ______________.
A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.
You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You must:
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You must:
Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
You may legally block an intersection:
You may legally block an intersection:
When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
With a Class C driver's license, a person may drive:
With a Class C driver's license, a person may drive:
To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:
If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:
Roadways are the most slippery:
Roadways are the most slippery:
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Study Notes
Driving Regulations and Safety
- Passing another vehicle off the paved roadway is prohibited under all circumstances.
- Approach railroad crossings without warning devices at a maximum speed of 15 mph if visibility is limited.
- When parking parallel to the curb, ensure your wheels are within 18 inches from the curb.
- Merge onto freeways at or near the same speed as the existing traffic for safety.
Driving in Adverse Conditions
- Use low beams when driving in fog to improve visibility.
- Always signal continuously for 100 feet before making a left turn.
Traffic Control and Responsibility
- A white painted curb indicates a loading zone for passengers or mail only.
- The Basic Speed Law dictates you must not drive faster than is safe given current conditions.
- Notify the DMV within 5 days after selling a vehicle.
Observational Driving Practices
- Look ahead 10 to 15 seconds on the road to avoid last-minute maneuvers.
- Large trucks possess larger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
Vehicle Accidents and Reporting
- In minor traffic incidents with parked vehicles, leave a note and report the accident to local authorities.
- Submit a written report to the DMV if involved in a collision resulting in property damage over $750 or if any injuries occur.
Speed Limits and Traffic Laws
- The default speed limit in residential areas is set at 25 mph.
- Blocking an intersection is illegal under any circumstances.
Parking Regulations
- When parking uphill on a two-way street without a curb, turn your front wheels to the right (away from the street).
- With a Class C driver's license, you can operate a 3-axle vehicle as long as the Gross Vehicle Weight is below 6,000 pounds.
Turning Guidelines
- To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, start your turn from the lane nearest to the left curb.
Road Conditions
- Roadways are most slippery during the first rain after a long dry period, creating hazardous driving conditions.
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