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What does the restricted lane ahead sign indicate?
What does the restricted lane ahead sign indicate?
What does a Shoulder Drop Off sign indicate?
What does a Shoulder Drop Off sign indicate?
The shoulder is significantly lower than the pavement.
What does a T intersection sign indicate?
What does a T intersection sign indicate?
In California, you must not park within ______ of a railroad track.
In California, you must not park within ______ of a railroad track.
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You should cut your speed in half when the road is _____
You should cut your speed in half when the road is _____
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If a CA driver is convicted of fleeing a peace officer without causing any bodily injuries, he or she may face which of the following penalties?
If a CA driver is convicted of fleeing a peace officer without causing any bodily injuries, he or she may face which of the following penalties?
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If you are convicted of seriously injuring someone while attempting to evade a police pursuit, what is the minimum fine you may face?
If you are convicted of seriously injuring someone while attempting to evade a police pursuit, what is the minimum fine you may face?
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What does a white line do?
What does a white line do?
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What does an object marker on a roadway indicate?
What does an object marker on a roadway indicate?
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If you are found guilty of driving without a seat belt, you will be fined up to $___ if this was your first offense.
If you are found guilty of driving without a seat belt, you will be fined up to $___ if this was your first offense.
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When you turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street, you should turn into _____
When you turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street, you should turn into _____
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You must not follow within ______ of any emergency vehicle with a siren or flashing lights.
You must not follow within ______ of any emergency vehicle with a siren or flashing lights.
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On one-way roads, yellow lines are used as _____
On one-way roads, yellow lines are used as _____
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In California, when are you allowed to drive to the left of two solid yellow lines?
In California, when are you allowed to drive to the left of two solid yellow lines?
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A _____ indicates the outer edge of a roadway and may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder.
A _____ indicates the outer edge of a roadway and may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder.
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What do broken white lines mean?
What do broken white lines mean?
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What do solid yellow lines mean?
What do solid yellow lines mean?
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What do broken yellow lines mean?
What do broken yellow lines mean?
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If you are convicted of reckless driving that resulted in injury to someone, you may be sentenced to jail for up to _____
If you are convicted of reckless driving that resulted in injury to someone, you may be sentenced to jail for up to _____
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What does the sign indicating the road ahead does curves to the right and then to the left mean?
What does the sign indicating the road ahead does curves to the right and then to the left mean?
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Study Notes
Restricted Lane Ahead
- Diamond-shaped markings indicate lanes reserved for specific vehicles, typically buses or carpools during rush hours.
Shoulder Drop Off
- A sign warns that the shoulder beside the travel lane is at least three inches lower than the pavement, increasing the risk of losing vehicle control if wheels stray off.
T Intersection
- A sign at T intersections requires drivers to yield or stop before making a right or left turn, as proceeding straight is not permitted.
Railroad Track Parking Regulation
- Parking is prohibited within 7.5 feet of a railroad track in California.
Driving on Snowy Roads
- Speed should be reduced by half when driving on roads packed with snow to enhance safety.
Fleeing a Peace Officer Penalty
- Conviction for fleeing a peace officer without causing injury may lead to imprisonment for up to one year.
Serious Injury Evading Penalty
- Conviction for causing serious injury while evading police can result in fines ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 and a state prison sentence of up to seven years.
White Line Functions
- A white line separates lanes moving in the same direction; a broken line permits lane changes, while a solid line generally requires staying within the designated lane.
Object Marker Sign
- An object marker indicates obstacles near the roadway; downward-pointing stripes signify safe passage to the right.
Seat Belt Violation Fine
- Failing to wear a seat belt for the first offense may incur a fine of up to $20.
Turning Left from One-Way Street
- When turning left from a one-way street onto another, the turn should be directed into any safely open lane, often the left lane.
Emergency Vehicle Distance Regulation
- Drivers must maintain a distance of at least 300 feet from any emergency vehicle displaying sirens or flashing lights.
Yellow Lines on One-Way Roads
- On one-way roads, yellow lines serve as center lines and left edge lines, marking the division clearly.
Carpool Lane Regulations
- In carpool/HOV lanes, crossing two solid yellow lines is prohibited except when turning left; avoid lane changes until a single broken white line appears.
Outer Edge of Roadway Line
- A solid white line indicates the outer edge of the roadway, allowing crossing only for traffic moving to/from the shoulder; the left edge is marked by yellow.
Meaning of Broken White Lines
- Broken white lines signify that lane changes are permissible.
Meaning of Solid Yellow Lines
- Solid yellow lines indicate the center of two-way roads, prohibiting crossing; two solid lines specifically mark no-passing zones.
Meaning of Broken Yellow Lines
- Broken yellow lines indicate that passing is allowed when the broken line is adjacent to the driver’s lane.
Reckless Driving Penalties
- Conviction of reckless driving resulting in injury can lead to a potential sentence of up to six months in jail, alongside fines and points added to the driving record.
Curving Road Sign
- A sign indicates an upcoming curve in the road that first turns to the right and then to the left.
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Test your knowledge about essential driving regulations in California, including lane usage, parking restrictions, and penalties for evading law enforcement. This quiz covers important traffic signs and safety tips for various driving conditions.
