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Before getting out of your parked car on the traffic side of the street, you should...
check traffic approaching from behind.
If you have a collision, the law requires you to exchange your driver license information with...
others involved in the collision.
You exit a freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should...
slow to a safe speed before the curve.
You are entering a freeway. You should check traffic by...
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You are at a red traffic signal. The traffic light turns green, but there are still other vehicles in the intersection. You should...
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You are driving 45 mph in a 55 mph zone. You can be cited for speeding if it is unsafe for current weather conditions.
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If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must...
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If the roadway is wet and your car starts to skid, you should...
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Which way do you turn your front wheels when parked uphill next to a curb?
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When traffic is slow and heavy and you must cross railroad tracks before reaching the upcoming intersection, you should...
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U-turns in residential districts are legal when there are no vehicles approaching nearby.
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At night, if an oncoming vehicle fails to dim its high beams, look...
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You must notify DMV within 5 days if you...
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If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk in the middle of a block, the pedestrian has the right of way.
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Parking is never permitted in a crosshatched (diagonal) pattern space.
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A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may...
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Before driving into an intersection from a stop, you should look...
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Generally speaking, you are in a large truck's blind spot if you...
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Dim your lights for oncoming vehicles or when you are within 300 feet of a vehicle you are approaching from...
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You must use your seat belt, and failure to do so may result in a traffic ticket.
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A law enforcement officer notices that one of your passengers is not wearing a seat belt and writes a citation. You may receive the citation if the passenger is younger than 16.
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If there is a single set of solid yellow lines in the center of the roadway, you...
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You are going to make a left turn from a dedicated left turn lane when a yellow arrow appears for your lane. You should...
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Which of these is recommended when driving at night on a dimly lit street?
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The red sign that says 'yield' means...
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When roads are slippery, you should...
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When you enter traffic from a full stop, you...
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You should always turn on your emergency flashers when...
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A peace officer stops you because he suspects you are DUI. You refuse to take a chemical test. What happens now?
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You have consented to take a test for the alcohol content of your blood, breath, or urine whenever you drive in California.
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Study Notes
Safe Parking and Exiting
- Before exiting a parked vehicle on the traffic side, always check for oncoming traffic approaching from behind.
- When parked uphill next to a curb, turn front wheels away from the curb for safety.
Collision Protocol
- In case of a collision, it is legally required to exchange driver license information with all individuals involved.
Freeway and Intersection Navigation
- Upon exiting a freeway on a downhill ramp, reduce speed ahead of the curve.
- Before entering a freeway, check all mirrors and physically turn your head to survey traffic conditions.
- At a red traffic signal that turns green, wait for any vehicles still in the intersection to clear before proceeding.
Weather and Road Conditions
- Driving 45 mph in a 55 mph zone is considered speeding if weather conditions make that speed unsafe.
- In wet conditions, if you begin to skid, ease your foot off the gas pedal slowly.
Railroad Crossings and U-Turns
- When traffic is heavy and crossing railroad tracks, ensure you can completely clear the tracks before continuing.
- U-turns in residential areas are legal only when no vehicles are approaching.
Night Driving Safety
- If an oncoming vehicle does not dim its high beams at night, look toward the right edge of your lane to avoid glare.
Legal Obligations and Rights
- Notify the DMV within five days of selling or transferring your vehicle.
- Pedestrians in a crosswalk have the right of way; always yield in such situations.
Parking Rules
- Parking is strictly prohibited in crosshatched (diagonal) spaces designed for no parking.
- A red arrow indicating a right turn prohibits any turning in that direction until the light changes to green.
Intersection Awareness
- Always look left, right, and left again before driving into an intersection from a stop.
- You are in a large truck's blind spot if you cannot see the truck driver in the side mirrors.
Headlight Use
- Dim headlights for oncoming vehicles or when approaching another vehicle from behind within 300 feet.
Seat Belt Regulations
- Using seat belts is mandatory, and failure to comply can lead to a traffic citation.
- A citation can also be issued if a passenger under 16 is not wearing a seat belt.
Lane Regulations
- Crossing a solid yellow line is permitted when turning left into a private driveway.
- Be ready to follow the next signal when a yellow arrow appears while making a left turn.
Night Driving Recommendations
- Drive at a speed that allows stopping within the area illuminated by your headlights on dimly lit streets.
Right of Way Rules
- The "yield" sign signifies the need to give right of way to other drivers.
Handling Slippery Roads
- On slippery surfaces, it's crucial to avoid sudden turns or stops to maintain control of the vehicle.
Merging into Traffic
- When entering traffic from a standstill, ensure there is a sufficiently large gap to accelerate up to the speed of surrounding vehicles.
Emergency Situations
- Activate emergency flashers whenever your car breaks down on the roadway to alert other drivers.
Chemical Testing and DUI
- Refusing a chemical test when suspected of DUI can result in the loss of driving privileges.
- By driving in California, you automatically consent to submit to a test for blood, breath, or urine alcohol content.
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