California Permit Test Flashcards & Quiz for Drivers

Questions and Answers

To see vehicles in your blind spots, you must look:

In your side mirrors

Over your shoulders (correct)

In your inside rearview mirror

You should usually drive slower when:

Passing large trucks on the freeway

You want to look at a controlled accident scene

You see brake lights coming on several vehicles ahead of you (correct)

When a yellow arrow appears as you are about to turn from a dedicated left turn lane, you should:

Speed up to get through the intersection

Stop and not turn under any circumstances

Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears (correct)

If you are convicted of defacing property by using paint or any other kind of liquid, the court may delay your driving privilege for up to ____ year(s).

3 Signup and view all the answers

When a car with bright headlights comes toward you at night, you should:

Look toward the right edge of your lane Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is the proper way to change lanes?

Signal, check your mirrors, and look over your shoulder before you change lanes Signup and view all the answers

If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving through heavy rain or fog, and your wipers do not help, you should:

Pull off the road completely until visibility improves Signup and view all the answers

If a car ahead of you has stopped at a crosswalk, you should:

Stop and then proceed when safe Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal to enter an intersection when:

You can't get all the way across before the light turns red Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you see a railroad sign?

Be prepared to stop at the railroad crossing. Signup and view all the answers

In the first 12 months after licensing, a driver under 18 years of age may:

Drive at any time when accompanied by a licensed driver at least 25 years of age Signup and view all the answers

A right turn starts in the right-hand lane and ends in:

The lane closest to the curb Signup and view all the answers

If you experience brake failure while driving, you should:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

An orange and red sign of this shape means:

Slow-moving vehicle Signup and view all the answers

When it is foggy, you should slow down and turn on your:

Low-beam lights Signup and view all the answers

This lane in the middle of a two-way street may be used:

To begin or end left turns or start a permitted U-turn Signup and view all the answers

To avoid getting rear-ended by another vehicle in an emergency, you should:

Start braking early as a signal to the driver behind you Signup and view all the answers

Flash floods can cause vehicles to float and fill with water, trapping and drowning people. While especially dangerous at night and in deep water, even ____ inches of water can float some small cars.

Six Signup and view all the answers

You see a car approaching from the rear, but when you check your mirror again before changing lanes, you no longer see it. You should:

Look over your shoulder to be sure the car is not in your blind spot Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct parking position for uphill parking?

Away from curb Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct parking position for downhill parking?

Towards curb Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Blind Spots

To see vehicles in blind spots, look over your shoulders.

Driving Speed Adjustments

Reduce speed when brake lights are visible on several vehicles ahead.

Traffic Signals

When a yellow arrow displays while turning left, prepare to obey the next signal.

Convictions and Driving Privileges

Conviction for defacing property may result in a driving privilege delay of up to three years.

Dealing with Bright Headlights

If bright headlights approach at night, look toward the right edge of the lane.

Lane Changing Procedure

Proper lane changing involves signaling, checking mirrors, and looking over your shoulder.

Heavy Rain or Fog Driving

If visibility is severely hindered during rain or fog, pull off the road until conditions improve.

Stopping for Crosswalks

A car stopped at a crosswalk requires you to stop and proceed only when safe.

Intersection Regulations

Entering an intersection is illegal if unable to completely cross before the light turns red.

Railroad Signs

Railroad signs indicate preparation to stop at upcoming crossings.

Licensing Restrictions for Under 18 Drivers

In the first year post-licensing, drivers under 18 can drive with a licensed driver aged 25 or older.

Turning Regulations

A right turn begins in the right lane and ends in the lane closest to the curb.

Brake Failure Action

In case of brake failure, downshift, look for a stopping area, and consider using the parking brake.

Slow-Moving Vehicle Sign

An orange and red sign indicates a slow-moving vehicle.

Fog Driving Precautions

During fog, slow down and use low-beam lights for visibility.

Middle Lane Usage on Two-Way Streets

The center lane may be used for starting or ending left turns or U-turns.

Rear-End Collision Prevention

Start braking early to signal the driver behind you in emergencies.

Flood Risks

Six inches of water can float some small cars, making flood situations particularly dangerous.

Blind Spot Check Before Lane Change

Always look over your shoulder to check for vehicles in the blind spot before changing lanes.

Uphill Parking Technique

When parked uphill, ensure the wheels face away from the curb.

Downhill Parking Technique

When parked downhill, turn the wheels toward the curb for safety.

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