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You should use your horn when:
You should use your horn when:
- To greet other drivers.
- To express frustration.
- When stopping at a red light.
- It may help prevent a collision. (correct)
Placard abuse will result in:
Placard abuse will result in:
Placard revocation, a fine, and/or jail time.
On rainy, snowy, or foggy days, turn on your windshield wipers and use your headlights:
On rainy, snowy, or foggy days, turn on your windshield wipers and use your headlights:
So other drivers can see you.
If you approach a flashing red traffic light, you:
If you approach a flashing red traffic light, you:
Flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers if you:
Flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers if you:
You are driving on a one-way street. You may only turn left onto another one-way street if:
You are driving on a one-way street. You may only turn left onto another one-way street if:
You may legally drive around or under a railroad crossing gate.
You may legally drive around or under a railroad crossing gate.
A U-turn is not permitted on or near any curve or hill.
A U-turn is not permitted on or near any curve or hill.
A diamond-shaped sign means:
A diamond-shaped sign means:
There are oncoming vehicles to your left and a row of parked vehicles to your right. You should steer:
There are oncoming vehicles to your left and a row of parked vehicles to your right. You should steer:
At a railroad crossing, you must:
At a railroad crossing, you must:
Alcohol in any concentration is:
Alcohol in any concentration is:
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should:
If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should:
You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the:
You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the:
If pedestrians are illegally crossing in the middle of the street instead of in a crosswalk, you:
If pedestrians are illegally crossing in the middle of the street instead of in a crosswalk, you:
You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of-way?
You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of-way?
You must file a report of a traffic accident occurring in California when:
You must file a report of a traffic accident occurring in California when:
When can you drive in a bike lane?
When can you drive in a bike lane?
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
When driving on a slippery surface, such as snow or ice:
When driving on a slippery surface, such as snow or ice:
You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching while using its siren and flashing lights. You should:
You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching while using its siren and flashing lights. You should:
A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:
A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:
If a road is slippery, maintain a following distance that is:
If a road is slippery, maintain a following distance that is:
If you have an argument with another person and you are angry, you should:
If you have an argument with another person and you are angry, you should:
You can help keep the driver behind you a safe distance away from your vehicle by:
You can help keep the driver behind you a safe distance away from your vehicle by:
A peace officer is signaling for you to drive to the edge of the roadway. You decide to ignore the officer's warning and flee the scene. You are guilty of a misdemeanor and can be punished by being:
A peace officer is signaling for you to drive to the edge of the roadway. You decide to ignore the officer's warning and flee the scene. You are guilty of a misdemeanor and can be punished by being:
What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle?
What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle?
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Study Notes
Horn Usage
- Use the horn to help prevent collisions.
Placard Abuse
- Consequences include placard revocation, financial penalties, and potential jail time.
Weather Conditions
- Use windshield wipers and headlights in rain, snow, or fog to enhance visibility.
Flashing Red Traffic Light
- Treat a flashing red light like a stop sign at intersections.
Warning Other Drivers
- Flash brake lights or activate emergency flashers to alert others of an upcoming collision.
One-Way Street Turns
- Only turn left onto another one-way street if traffic moves to the left.
Railroad Crossing Gates
- It is illegal to drive around or under a railroad crossing gate at any time.
U-Turn Restrictions
- U-turns are prohibited on or near curves or hills.
Diamond-Shaped Signs
- Indicate warnings to drivers.
Steering Between Vehicles
- Maintain a middle course when encountering oncoming and parked vehicles.
Railroad Crossing Precautions
- Watch for vehicles required to stop and for multiple trains at crossings.
Alcohol Effects
- Alcohol acts as a depressant regardless of concentration.
Awareness at Intersections
- Always look to the sides of the vehicle at intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings.
Safety Belt Usage
- Use both lap and shoulder belts if the vehicle has a two-part safety belt system.
Crossing Double Yellow Lines
- Crossing is allowed if the yellow line next to your lane is broken.
Pedestrian Right-of-Way
- Must stop for pedestrians illegally crossing in the street.
Right-of-Way at Intersections
- If you reach a stop sign intersection simultaneously with another vehicle, you have the right-of-way.
Accident Reporting
- File a report for any accident involving injuries.
Driving in Bike Lanes
- You may drive in a bike lane only 200 feet before making a turn.
Vehicles Stopping at Railroads
- Tank trucks with hazardous materials placards are required to stop before crossing railroad tracks.
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
- Shift to a lower gear when driving downhill on snow or ice.
Emergency Vehicles
- If an emergency vehicle approaches, continue through the intersection, pull right, and stop.
Large Trucks and Turns
- A large truck may need to swing wide when making a right turn.
Following Distance on Slippery Roads
- Maintain a greater following distance during slippery conditions.
Managing Anger while Driving
- Cool off before driving if feeling angry after an argument.
Maintaining Safe Distance
- Keep a steady speed to help ensure safe following distance from the vehicle behind.
Consequences of Ignoring Police Signals
- Fleeing from a peace officer can lead to misdemeanor charges and up to one year in county jail.
Space Cushion Benefits
- A space cushion around your vehicle provides reaction time in case of another driver's mistake.
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