California DMV Test Prep 1
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Which of these is true regarding maximum speed limits in California?

  • You may legally drive 10 to 15 miles per hour above the speed limit on any freeway
  • You may legally drive 5 to 10 miles above the speed limit on any city street
  • You may not legally drive above the maximum limit for any reason (correct)
  • It is not applicable when you are driving with the flow of traffic

    • It is ______to drive at night with only one functioning headlight?

  • Illegal
  • Unsafe
  • Both of the above (correct)
  • None of the above

    • What should you anticipate if you see a steel plate ahead sign?

  • For the road to bumpy
  • Possibly loud noise as you travel on top of the plates
  • Other drivers slowing down as they approach the steel plates
  • All of the above (correct)

    • If you fail the permit knowledge test ________you must start the application process again and pay the fees again.

    <p>3 times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Yellow Arrow means

    <p>Time to turn is ending, if already in the intersection proceed cautiously to complete your turn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The safest way to back up (go in reverse) is

    <p>Look out the rear window looking over your right shoulder and glancing to the sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When approaching a roundabout, you should

    <p>Slow down and yield to traffic in the circle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Solid Yellowlight means

    <p>Caution, about to turn red</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Choose the correct statement in regard to a "passing lane"

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If your cell phone slips between the seats as you drive, it is best to

    <p>Pull over or wait until you arrive at your destination to retrieve it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Drivers shall not exceed______while driving through a school zone in which children are present:

    <p>25 mph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To complete a merge, you must

    <p>Perform the maneuver like a lane change using the turn signal, looking at the side mirror, and looking over your shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A minor can practice with a valid learner's permit and

    <p>A licensed driver 25 years or older</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Red arrow means________

    <p>Stop, remain stop until its green</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is the most dangerous to your steering control

    <p>Solid ice on the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To clear condensation from your windshield in the rain, you should

    <p>Use the hot air defrost function of your car</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A consequence of getting convicted of a DUI in California could be?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a red octagonal sign mean?

    <p>Stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane unless you are:

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When road is wet reduce your speed to

    <p>5-10 mph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You miss and drive past your freeway exit, you should

    <p>Continue driving and find an alternate route</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To make multiple lane changes

    <p>Give yourself plenty of time, as you are only allowed one lane change per turn signal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the penalty for receiving a second citation within 3 years for using a handheld cell phone while driving in California?

    <p>A fine and a point against your driving record</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When merging onto a freeway, you should

    <p>Adjust your speed, look for a gap and merge smoothly into traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You are driving on a two lane road with a solid yellow line on your side. Can you pass other vehicles?

    <p>No, passing is not allowed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a traffic signal turns green, you should

    <p>Yield the right of way to pedestrians and vehicles still in the intersection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You must use your headlights

    <p>Half an hour before sunrise and half an hour after sunset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you are involved in a minor traffic

    • collision with minimal car damage and no on is injured, you should

    <p>Exchange information with the other driver and report the incident to the DMV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if your vehicle's accelerator pedal sticks?

    <p>Apply the brakes and shift to neutral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In regard to driving, what does the "Three Second Rule" mean?

    <p>You should follow at least three seconds behind the vehicle in front of you</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you experience a tire blowout while driving?

    <p>Hold the steering wheel firmly and gradually slow down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When executing a right turn with a red light, you are required to

    <p>Come to a complete stop and yield the right of way to all other traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black arrow pointed at an angle mean?

    <p>Sharp turn ahead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do white lights mean on the back of a vehicle?

    <p>Reverse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The suggested placement of hands on the wheel is:

    <p>Both hands equally apart in the 9 and 3 or 8 and 4 clock positions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It would be incorrect to do this if you approach an intersection with a steady yellow traffic light:

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When there are two lanes that turn together, drivers must

    <p>Begin and end in the lane they started their turn from</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You can turn right at red light if

    <p>Both A &amp; B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Emergency hazard lights are to be used:

    <p>In heavy rain, snow, or fog when visibility is significantly reduced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When approaching an intersection with a solid green traffic light, the proper action is:

    <p>Proceed through the intersection if it is safe to do so</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is true regarding being in a car?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is legal for bicyclists to

    <p>Use the same dedicated turn lanes that vehicles use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a crosswalk with white lines painted across the road?

    <p>To indicate where pedestrians may cross the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should turn signals be used while driving?

    <p>Before changing lanes, turning, or merging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You are driving on a multilane road and you see a vehicle with flashing blue or red lights behind you. What should you do?

    <p>Move to the right and allow it to pass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum age to obtain a regular, non-probationary drivers license in California?

    <p>18 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You are driving on a two way road and wish to turn left at an intersection with a green light. What should you do?

    <p>Proceed into the intersection and wait for a sufficient gap or for oncoming traffic to stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum age to apply for Commercial Class A or B drivers in California?

    <p>18 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a white diamond shaped sign with a black arrow?

    <p>Warns of a pedestrian crossing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should drive using your low beam headlights

    <p>In heavy fog, rain or snow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do two capital R letters on the road mean?

    <p>Railroad Crossing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you enter a turn lane but realize it is not the street you want to turn on, you

    <p>Must complete the turn, as you cannon exit by crossing a solid white line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Road Signs and Signals

    • A red octagonal sign means STOP.
    • A yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black arrow pointed at an angle means a merging traffic lane.

    Speed Limits

    • Drivers shall not exceed 25 mph while driving through a school zone in which children are present.
    • When the road is wet, reduce your speed.

    Safe Driving Practices

    • The safest way to back up (go in reverse) is to check mirrors, check blind spots, and look over your shoulder.
    • When approaching a roundabout, yield to traffic already in the circle and signal your exit.
    • To complete a merge, you must yield to traffic on the main road.
    • When road is wet, reduce your speed to avoid skidding.

    Headlights and Lighting

    • You must use your headlights when driving in low-light conditions.
    • White lights on the back of a vehicle indicate reverse lights.

    Cell Phone Use

    • The penalty for receiving a second citation within 3 years for using a handheld cell phone while driving in California is increased fines.

    DUI Consequences

    • A consequence of getting convicted of a DUI in California could be the suspension of your driver's license.

    Lane Changes and Merging

    • When merging onto a freeway, you should match your speed to traffic on the freeway and yield to traffic already on the freeway.
    • When making multiple lane changes, use your turn signals and check mirrors and blind spots.
    • In a two-lane road with a solid yellow line on your side, you cannot pass other vehicles.

    Traffic Collisions

    • If you are involved in a minor traffic collision with minimal car damage and no one is injured, you should move to a safe location and exchange information with the other party.

    Emergency Procedures

    • If your vehicle's accelerator pedal sticks, take your foot off the gas and shift into neutral.
    • If you experience a tire blowout while driving, do not slam on the brakes, instead, slow down gradually and steer straight.
    • Emergency hazard lights are to be used when your vehicle is disabled or involved in a collision.

    Right Turns

    • When executing a right turn with a red light, you are required to come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and other traffic.

    License Requirements

    • The minimum age to obtain a regular, non-probationary driver's license in California is 18 years old.
    • The minimum age to apply for Commercial Class A or B drivers in California is 21 years old.

    Bicycles and Pedestrians

    • It is legal for bicyclists to drive in a bicycle lane unless you are not a bicyclist.
    • The purpose of a crosswalk with white lines painted across the road is to indicate a pedestrian crossing area.

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    This quiz tests your knowledge about the maximum speed limits in California. Get ready to learn about the rules of the road in the Golden State!

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