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What can happen if you tailgate other drivers?
What can happen if you tailgate other drivers?
You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry.
What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?
What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?
- Stop before entering the intersection as long as you can do so safely.
- Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection.
- Slow down and cross the intersection carefully. (correct)
What should you do when there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead?
What should you do when there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead?
- Stop and let him/her finish crossing the street. (correct)
- Make eye contact and then pass him/her.
- Slow down as you pass him/her.
Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line indicate about passing?
What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line indicate about passing?
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another 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:
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
When 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 statements about blind spots is true?
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You must:
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you 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 two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
When parking uphill on a two-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 multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:
If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:
Roadways are the most slippery:
Roadways are the most slippery:
You may not park your vehicle:
You may not park your vehicle:
You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:
You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:
Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:
You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:
You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive:
You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive:
It is illegal to park your vehicle:
It is illegal to park your vehicle:
The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is:
The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is:
If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:
If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:
You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:
You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:
You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:
You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:
It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway reducing your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your:
It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway reducing your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your:
If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. Most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster. You may legally drive:
You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. Most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster. You may legally drive:
You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:
You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:
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 you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle, if the yellow line next to:
You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle, if the yellow line next to:
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
You drive defensively when you:
You drive defensively when you:
You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:
You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:
All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?
All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?
Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:
Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:
You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions:
You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions:
When can you drive in a bike lane?
When can you drive in a bike lane?
When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper):
When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper):
Study Notes
Passing and Roadway Rules
- Driving off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle is prohibited under all circumstances.
- The speed limit near a railroad crossing with no warning devices and limited visibility is 15 MPH.
- When parking parallel to the curb on a level street, wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
Merging and Speed Regulations
- Merge onto the freeway at or near the same speed as existing traffic.
- Low beams should be used when driving in fog for maximum visibility.
- California's Basic Speed Law prohibits driving faster than safe conditions, regardless of posted limits.
School and Traffic Bus Regulations
- Stop when a school bus has its red lights flashing and remain stopped until the lights turn off.
- Notify DMV within 5 days when selling a vehicle.
- You must signal for 100 feet before making a left turn.
Vehicle and Collision Guidelines
- Large trucks have larger blind spots compared to most passenger vehicles.
- In a minor accident with a parked vehicle, leave a note and report to the police or CHP.
- The speed limit in residential areas is typically 25 MPH unless otherwise posted.
Intersection and Curb Parking Rules
- Blocking intersections is not permitted under any circumstances.
- Parking uphill on a two-way street with no curbs means front wheels should be turned away from the street.
- Under a Class C driver's license, you can drive a 3-axle vehicle if it weighs less than 6,000 pounds.
Lane and Turn Protocols
- To turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street, start from the lane closest to the left curb.
- Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when there's not enough room on the other side.
- Vehicles towing trailers weighing more than 4,000 pounds must stop before crossing railroad tracks.
Driving Practices and Caution
- Drive defensively by keeping eyes moving for potential hazards.
- Use headlights in poor visibility conditions caused by dust storms or fog.
- You cannot assume other drivers will make space for you while passing.
General Traffic Signs and Lane Use
- Obey instructions from signal people at construction sites at all times.
- In a lane next to a double yellow line, you may cross if the line on your side is broken.
- Stay out of intersections if traffic is blocking them, even with a green light.
Pedestrian Safety and Legal Requirements
- Yield to pedestrians crossing in your lane; stop if necessary.
- Using headphones while driving can be illegal, especially if they cover both ears.
- Tailgating is discouraged as it can frustrate other drivers and lead to accidents.
Additional Traffic Signals and Curb Designations
- A flashing yellow signal means to slow down and proceed with caution.
- A solid yellow line next to a broken line allows vehicles next to the broken line to pass.
- Always drive at a speed that matches the conditions; driving too slowly can obstruct traffic.
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Test your knowledge on driving regulations and safety guidelines with this quiz. It covers critical scenarios, such as passing vehicles and approaching railroad crossings. Perfect for anyone preparing for a driving test or seeking to refresh their road safety knowledge.
