DMV Driving Rules Flashcards

Questions and Answers

You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle.

False

When approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and unable to see 400 feet down the tracks, what is the speed limit?

15 mph

When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street, how far must your wheels be from the curb?

18 inches

When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:

At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway Signup and view all the answers

When driving in fog, which beams should you use?

Low beams Signup and view all the answers

A white painted curb means what?

Loading zone for passengers or mail only Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when a school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing?

Stop as long as the red lights are flashing Signup and view all the answers

California's 'Basic Speed Law' states you should never drive faster than what?

Safe for current conditions Signup and view all the answers

You must notify the DMV within _____ days after selling your vehicle.

5 Signup and view all the answers

To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about _______________.

10 to 15 seconds Signup and view all the answers

You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before making a left turn.

100 Signup and view all the answers

Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.

True Signup and view all the answers

If you have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and can't find the owner, you must:

Leave a note on the vehicle and report the accident. Signup and view all the answers

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a residential district is ____.

25 mph Signup and view all the answers

You may legally block an intersection.

False Signup and view all the answers

When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curbs, your front wheels should be:

Turned to the right (away from the street) Signup and view all the answers

With a Class C driver's license, a person may drive:

A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6,000 pounds Signup and view all the answers

To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should turn from:

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

If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV if there is property damage in excess of $_____ or if there are any injuries.

750 Signup and view all the answers

Roadways are most slippery:

The first rain after a dry spell Signup and view all the answers

You may not park your vehicle next to a red painted curb.

True Signup and view all the answers

You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:

Sell or transfer your vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Two sets of solid, double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart may not be crossed for any reason.

Correct Signup and view all the answers

To make a right turn at an upcoming intersection, you should slow down and:

Signal 100ft before turning Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH and traffic is traveling at 70 MPH, you may legally drive:

No faster than 65 mph Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal to park your vehicle in an unmarked crosswalk.

True Signup and view all the answers

The safest precaution regarding the use of cellular phones while driving is:

Use hands-free device so you could keep both hands on the steering wheel Signup and view all the answers

If you have a green light but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:

Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears Signup and view all the answers

When getting ready to make a right turn, you should:

Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make your turn Signup and view all the answers

You must obey the instructions from school crossing guards at all times.

True Signup and view all the answers

On a very windy day, if a dust storm reduces your visibility, you should drive slower and turn on your:

Headlights Signup and view all the answers

If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:

Not assume the other driver will make space for you and return to your lane Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph, and most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster, you may legally drive:

No faster than 65 mph Signup and view all the answers

If you drive faster than other vehicles on a one-lane road and continually pass them, you will:

Increase your chances of having an accident Signup and view all the answers

Tanked trucks marked with hazardous material placards must always stop before crossing railroad tracks.

True Signup and view all the answers

You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:

Traffic on the street moves to the left Signup and view all the answers

A large truck ahead of you is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:

May have to swing wide to complete the right turn Signup and view all the answers

You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if the yellow line next to your side of the road is:

A broken line Signup and view all the answers

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:

Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming Signup and view all the answers

You drive defensively when you:

Keep your eyes moving looking for possible hazards Signup and view all the answers

When driving on the freeway and the vehicle in front of you is a large truck, you should drive:

Farther behind the truck than you would a passenger vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Listening to music with headphones that cover both ears is not only dangerous but also illegal while driving.

True Signup and view all the answers

Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:

You don't have room to completely cross the tracks Signup and view all the answers

When you tailgate other drivers, you can:

Frustrate the driver and make them angry Signup and view all the answers

You should always drive slower than other traffic.

False Signup and view all the answers

You must obey the instructions from a signal person at a road construction site at all times.

True Signup and view all the answers

When can you drive in a bike lane?

When you are within 200ft of a cross street and you plan to turn right Signup and view all the answers

You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means:

Slow down and cross the intersection carefully Signup and view all the answers

If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead, you should:

Stop and let him/her finish crossing the street Signup and view all the answers

A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles next to the broken line may:

Pass Signup and view all the answers

A five-year-old weighing 55 pounds requires a child restraint system.

True Signup and view all the answers

Safety belts increase your chances of survival in most types of collisions.

True Signup and view all the answers

When driving near road construction zones, you should:

Reduce speed and be prepared to stop Signup and view all the answers

Who has the right-of-way at intersections with no crosswalks?

Pedestrians always have the right-of-way Signup and view all the answers

If you are crossing the intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching with a siren and flashing lights, you should:

Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop Signup and view all the answers

You can be fined up to $1000 and jailed for six months if you are cited for:

Dumping or abandoning an animal on a highway Signup and view all the answers

You must carefully watch for bicycles in traffic lanes because they can be:

Hidden in your blind spots Signup and view all the answers

If other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic, you may:

Stop before merging with the freeway traffic Signup and view all the answers

If you are towing another vehicle or trailer on a freeway with four lanes in your direction, you may travel in:

Either of the two right lanes Signup and view all the answers

You can legally perform a U-turn on a highway if there is an opening for a turn.

True Signup and view all the answers

When driving at night on a dimly lit street and using high beams, you should dim your lights when you are within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

500 Signup and view all the answers

For the first 12 months after you are licensed, you must be accompanied by your parent or guardian if you transport minors between the hours of:

11pm and 5am Signup and view all the answers

When sharing the road with a light-rail vehicle, you should never turn in front of an approaching light-rail vehicle.

True Signup and view all the answers

You must notify law enforcement and make a written report of a traffic accident occurring in CA (SR1) when:

You have a collision and there is an injury or death Signup and view all the answers

You see a pedestrian with a white cane at the corner ready to cross the street. If the person takes a step back and pulls in his cane, you should:

Stop and proceed through the intersection Signup and view all the answers

If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving due to 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

When approaching a sharp curve in the road, you should:

Start braking before you enter the curve Signup and view all the answers

When approaching an uncontrolled intersection, you should:

Slow down and be ready to stop Signup and view all the answers

If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two-lane road you should:

Pull off the road when it is safe and let them pass Signup and view all the answers

When should you use your headlights?

Anytime you have trouble seeing others or being seen Signup and view all the answers

If a driver is going to pull out in front of you, the safest thing to do is:

Slow or stop your car and use your horn Signup and view all the answers

If you park your car at the curb on a level two-way street, before getting out, you should:

Look for cars or bicycles on the traffic side of your vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Even if you know your vehicle can maneuver a sharp curve at the legal speed limit, you should still slow down because:

There may be a stalled car or collision ahead that you cannot see Signup and view all the answers

When a traffic light turns green, you should immediately go.

False Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving 55 mph on a two-lane highway, one lane in each direction, and you want to pass the car ahead of you, you need to:

Have at least a 10 to 12 second gap in the oncoming traffic Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Driving Regulations and Safety

Driving off paved roadways to pass another vehicle is prohibited.
Speed limit at a railroad crossing with no visibility is 15 mph.
When parking parallel, keep wheels within 18 inches of the curb.
Merge onto freeways at or near the same speed as existing traffic.
Use low beams when driving in fog for better visibility.

Parking Rules

A white painted curb is designated for loading passengers or mail only.
Do not park next to red painted curbs; this is illegal.

School and Pedestrian Safety

Always stop for a school bus with flashing red lights.
Pedestrians have the right-of-way at intersections without crosswalks.

Speed Limits and Reporting

California's Basic Speed Law requires that drivers never exceed safe speeds for current conditions.
Notify the DMV within 5 days of selling or transferring a vehicle.
In residential areas, the speed limit is usually 25 mph unless otherwise posted.

Defensive Driving Practices

Look 10 to 15 seconds ahead on the road to avoid last-minute maneuvers.
Signal continuously at least 100 feet prior to a turn.
Maintain a greater following distance behind large trucks compared to passenger vehicles.

Collision and Hazard Management

You must report accidents involving property damage over $750 or injuries to the DMV.
First rains after dry spells make roadways particularly slippery.
If involved in a minor collision and the owner is unavailable, leave a note and report the incident to local authorities.

Visibility and Environmental Conditions

Use headlights in dust storms or reduced visibility situations.
Always check blind spots for bicycles and other hidden vehicles.

Merging and Turns

Do not assume other drivers will create space for merging; be cautious.
In no marked crosswalks, stop for pedestrians crossing your lane.

Legal Obligations and Restrictions

Large trucks must stop before crossing railroad tracks when marked with hazardous material placards.
You should not block intersections under any circumstances.

Traffic Signaling and Awareness

Always obey construction and crossing guard signals.
Use headlights anytime visibility is reduced; dim beams for oncoming vehicles.

Driver Responsibilities

Parents or guardians must accompany new drivers when transporting minors during night hours.
Using a hands-free device for cellular communication while driving is recommended to keep both hands on the wheel.

Emergency Situations

Yield and provide space for emergency vehicles; pull to the right when necessary.
Report any accidents resulting in injury or death to law enforcement and file an SR1 with DMV.

General Driving Etiquette

Drive defensively by continuously scanning for potential hazards.
When approaching an uncontrolled intersection, prepare to stop or yield as needed.

U-Turns and Lane Usage

U-turns are legal in designated areas on highways; make left turns from the lane closest to the curb.
When turning right at an intersection, signal 100 feet in advance and proceed with caution.

Child Safety and Restraint Systems

Children 5 years old weighing 55 pounds must be secured in a child restraint system.

Final Notes

If five or more vehicles are behind you on a two-lane road, safely pull over to let them pass.
If unable to see due to weather or surrounding conditions, pull off the road until visibility improves.

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