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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
25 MPH
What is California's 'Basic Speed Law'?
What is California's 'Basic Speed Law'?
You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions
What does California's 'Minimum Speed Law' state?
What does California's 'Minimum Speed Law' state?
It is unlawful to slow or stop your vehicle in a way that blocks the normal and reasonable flow of traffic
What should you do if traffic is moving faster than the posted speed limit?
What should you do if traffic is moving faster than the posted speed limit?
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What is the speed limit when you are within 100 ft of a railroad crossing with no warning devices?
What is the speed limit when you are within 100 ft of a railroad crossing with no warning devices?
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Driving slower than the traffic flow tends to:
Driving slower than the traffic flow tends to:
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If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it, you should:
If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it, you should:
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You exit a freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. What should you do?
You exit a freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. What should you do?
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The speed limit in any alley is:
The speed limit in any alley is:
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Driving faster than traffic and continually passing other cars:
Driving faster than traffic and continually passing other cars:
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When driving near road construction zones, you should:
When driving near road construction zones, you should:
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Slowing down to look at accidents or anything out of the ordinary:
Slowing down to look at accidents or anything out of the ordinary:
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When driving under snowy or icy conditions, you should:
When driving under snowy or icy conditions, you should:
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If you are driving slowly in the fast lane of a freeway and there is traffic behind you, you should:
If you are driving slowly in the fast lane of a freeway and there is traffic behind you, you should:
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When driving in traffic at night on a dimly lit street, you should:
When driving in traffic at night on a dimly lit street, you should:
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At an uncontrolled intersection where you can't see cross traffic until you are about to enter, the speed limit is:
At an uncontrolled intersection where you can't see cross traffic until you are about to enter, the speed limit is:
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The speed limit posted on a road is 55 MPH. When this road is wet, what should you do?
The speed limit posted on a road is 55 MPH. When this road is wet, what should you do?
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When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a business district is:
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a business district is:
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You may legally drive in any freeway carpool lane if:
You may legally drive in any freeway carpool lane if:
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To make a right turn from a two-way street to a two-way street, start in the right lane and finish:
To make a right turn from a two-way street to a two-way street, start in the right lane and finish:
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To make a left turn from a two-way street to a two-way street, start in the left lane and finish in:
To make a left turn from a two-way street to a two-way street, start in the left lane and finish in:
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You may turn right on a red light if:
You may turn right on a red light if:
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It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ___ or higher.
It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ___ or higher.
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It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ___ or higher.
It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ___ or higher.
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When backing out of a parking space, you should:
When backing out of a parking space, you should:
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Study Notes
Speed Limits and Laws
- Default speed limit in residential areas is 25 MPH.
- California's "Basic Speed Law" requires driving no faster than is safe for current conditions.
- The "Minimum Speed Law" prohibits slowing or stopping in a way that disrupts normal traffic flow.
- Speed limit near railroad crossings with no warning devices and limited visibility is 15 MPH.
- Alleys have a speed limit of 15 MPH.
Traffic Safety Practices
- Driving slower than traffic increases collision risk.
- When needing to stop unexpectedly, tap the brake pedal to alert drivers behind you.
- Always slow down before entering a downhill curve on a freeway ramp to maintain control.
Night and Weather Driving
- When driving at night on dimly lit streets, adjust speed to stop within headlight illumination.
- Under snowy or icy conditions, make gradual speed and directional changes.
Intersections and Merging
- At uncontrolled “blind” intersections, the speed limit is 15 MPH if visibility is restricted.
- When merging onto a freeway, match the speed of existing traffic.
Behavior in Traffic
- In traffic situations where others want to pass, change lanes to the right when safe.
- Reduce speed and prepare to stop when approaching road construction zones.
- Observing accidents can cause traffic congestion.
Alcohol and Driving Regulations
- Legal BAC limit for drivers 21 and older is 0.08%; for drivers under 21, it's 0.01%.
- Drivers can legally use carpool lanes if the required minimum number of passengers is met.
Turning Rules
- When making a right turn from a two-way street, end in the lane closest to the curb.
- For left turns from a two-way street, finish in any open lane after the turn.
- Right turns on red are allowed after stopping and yielding to pedestrians and bicycles, unless signposted otherwise.
Overall Highway Safety
- Driving faster than surrounding traffic and frequent lane changes can increase collision chances.
- Adjust speed by 5-10 MPH below the speed limit when roads are wet.
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Test your knowledge of California driving laws with these flashcards. Learn about speed limits, the Basic Speed Law, and more essential rules for safe driving. Perfect for anyone preparing for the California driving test.
