Driving Safety Quiz

Questions and Answers

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?

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?

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?

False Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line indicate about passing?

Next to the broken line may pass. Signup and view all the answers

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

Under no circumstances. Signup and view all the answers

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:

15 mph. Signup and view all the answers

When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:

Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb. Signup and view all the answers

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, you should use your:

Low beams. Signup and view all the answers

A white painted curb means:

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

A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:

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

California's 'Basic Speed Law' says:

You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Signup and view all the answers

You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within _____ days.

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 are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.

100 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

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

Both of the above. Signup and view all the answers

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

25 mph Signup and view all the answers

You may legally block an intersection:

Under no circumstances. Signup and view all the answers

When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, 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 start your 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 $1,000 or if there are any injuries. Signup and view all the answers

Roadways are the 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. 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. Signup and view all the answers

You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:

Signal for 100 feet before turning. Signup and view all the answers

You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The 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. Signup and view all the answers

The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is:

Use hands-free devices so you can 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

You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:

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

You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:

At all times. Signup and view all the answers

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:

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 to return to your lane. Signup and view all the answers

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:

No faster than 65 mph. 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 is ahead of you and 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

If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:

Increase your chances of an accident. 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

Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?

Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards. Signup and view all the answers

You drive defensively when you:

Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards. Signup and view all the answers

You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:

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

All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?

Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears. Signup and view all the answers

Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:

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

You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions:

At all times. Signup and view all the answers

When can you drive in a bike lane?

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

When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper):

You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry. Signup and view all the answers

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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Driving Safety Quiz

Questions and Answers

What can happen if you tailgate other drivers?

What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

What should you do when there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead?

Should you always drive slower than other traffic?

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 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 merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:

When driving in fog, you should use your:

A white painted curb means:

A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:

California's 'Basic Speed Law' says:

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 ______________.

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?

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 ____.

You may legally block an intersection:

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:

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:

Roadways are the most slippery:

You may not park your vehicle:

You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:

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 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:

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:

You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:

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:

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 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:

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:

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

Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?

You drive defensively when you:

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?

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:

When can you drive in a bike lane?

When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper):

Study Notes

Passing and Roadway Rules

Merging and Speed Regulations

School and Traffic Bus Regulations

Vehicle and Collision Guidelines

Intersection and Curb Parking Rules

Lane and Turn Protocols

Driving Practices and Caution

General Traffic Signs and Lane Use

Pedestrian Safety and Legal Requirements

Additional Traffic Signals and Curb Designations

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