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You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
- Under no circumstances (correct)
- If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left
- If the shoulder is wide enough to accommodate your vehicle
You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:
You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:
- 25mph
- 15mph (correct)
- 20mph
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
- One of your rear wheels must touch the curb
- Your wheels must be within 18in of the curb (correct)
- Your front wheels should be turned towards the street
When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
When driving in fog, you should use your:
When driving in fog, you should use your:
A white painted curb means:
A white painted curb means:
A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
California's 'Basic Speed Law' says:
California's 'Basic Speed Law' says:
You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.
You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about _____.
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about _____.
You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ___ feet before the turn.
You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ___ feet before the turn.
Which of the following about blind spots is true?
Which of the following about blind spots is true?
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and can't find the owner. You must:
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and can't find the owner. You must:
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
You may legally block an intersection:
You may legally block an intersection:
When parking uphill on a 2-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
When parking uphill on a 2-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
With a Class C driver's license, a person may drive:
With a Class C driver's license, a person may drive:
To turn left from a multi-lane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
To turn left from a multi-lane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
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Study Notes
Driving Regulations and Safety
- Driving off paved roadways to pass other vehicles is prohibited under any circumstances.
- Approach railroad crossings without warning devices at a maximum speed of 15 mph if visibility is limited.
- When parking parallel to the curb, ensure your vehicle's wheels are within 18 inches of the curb.
Merging and Speed
- Merge onto the freeway at or near the same speed as existing traffic for safety.
- In foggy conditions, use low beams to enhance visibility without causing glare.
Parking and Compliance
- A white painted curb designates a loading zone for passengers or mail only.
- If a school bus is stopped with red lights flashing, you must stop and wait until the lights turn off.
Speed Limits and Reporting
- California's "Basic Speed Law" mandates driving no faster than conditions allow, regardless of posted limits.
- Upon selling a vehicle, notify the DMV within 5 days.
Road Awareness
- Maintain awareness of the road ahead by looking 10 to 15 seconds down the road to avoid last-minute maneuvers.
- Signal continuously for 100 feet prior to making a left turn.
Blind Spots and Road Incidents
- Large trucks possess larger blind spots compared to passenger vehicles, increasing the need for vigilance.
- In the event of a minor collision with a parked vehicle where the owner is unavailable, leave a note and report the incident to the appropriate authorities.
Residential and Intersection Regulations
- The default speed limit in residential areas is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
- Blocking an intersection is not allowed under any circumstances.
Parking on Slopes and Licensing
- When parking uphill on a two-way street without a curb, turn the front wheels right (away from the street).
- A Class C driver's license allows operation of a 3-axle vehicle if its gross weight is under 6,000 lbs.
Turning Regulations
- To turn left from a multi-lane one-way street onto a one-way street, initiate the turn from the lane closest to the left curb.
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