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Dumping or abandoning an animal on a highway can result in a fine of how much or six months of jail time?
Dumping or abandoning an animal on a highway can result in a fine of how much or six months of jail time?
Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two feet or more apart should be treated like a solid wall and can be crossed.
Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two feet or more apart should be treated like a solid wall and can be crossed.
False
A driver who does not pull over when signaled by a police officer may be punished by how long in jail?
A driver who does not pull over when signaled by a police officer may be punished by how long in jail?
no more than one year
If convicted of driving with a BAC at or above the legal limit, you may be sentenced to serve up to how many months in jail?
If convicted of driving with a BAC at or above the legal limit, you may be sentenced to serve up to how many months in jail?
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If you are under 18, your driving privileges may be ________ for missing school.
If you are under 18, your driving privileges may be ________ for missing school.
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What must you do if you sell or transfer your vehicle?
What must you do if you sell or transfer your vehicle?
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It is illegal for a person 21 or under to drive with a BAC higher than what percentage?
It is illegal for a person 21 or under to drive with a BAC higher than what percentage?
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You may make a left turn on a solid red light only from a _____ street onto a one-way street.
You may make a left turn on a solid red light only from a _____ street onto a one-way street.
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Following closely behind a vehicle is safe.
Following closely behind a vehicle is safe.
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When you see an emergency vehicle approaching with flashing lights, what should you do?
When you see an emergency vehicle approaching with flashing lights, what should you do?
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While driving in rain or snow, you should use your _____ headlights.
While driving in rain or snow, you should use your _____ headlights.
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All medication can impair your driving.
All medication can impair your driving.
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Large trucks are most likely to lose speed and cause a hazard when going up a _____ hill.
Large trucks are most likely to lose speed and cause a hazard when going up a _____ hill.
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If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk, they do not have the right of way.
If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk, they do not have the right of way.
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What is the maximum speed you can travel when pulling a trailer on the freeway?
What is the maximum speed you can travel when pulling a trailer on the freeway?
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When you see a distracted driver on their cell phone, you should _____ space between your vehicle and theirs.
When you see a distracted driver on their cell phone, you should _____ space between your vehicle and theirs.
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A green arrow pointing to the left on a traffic signal light indicates you can _____.
A green arrow pointing to the left on a traffic signal light indicates you can _____.
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You can drive only using your parking lights under certain circumstances.
You can drive only using your parking lights under certain circumstances.
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Which of the following is illegal?
Which of the following is illegal?
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If an oncoming vehicle has started to turn left in front of you and creates a hazard, you should _____ to prevent a collision.
If an oncoming vehicle has started to turn left in front of you and creates a hazard, you should _____ to prevent a collision.
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In situations where a vehicle ahead of you slows down for no reason, you should _____ the following distance.
In situations where a vehicle ahead of you slows down for no reason, you should _____ the following distance.
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To regain control after braking too hard, causing the wheels to lock, you should _____.
To regain control after braking too hard, causing the wheels to lock, you should _____.
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Which type of medication can impair your driving ability?
Which type of medication can impair your driving ability?
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A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that you may _____ next to the broken line.
A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that you may _____ next to the broken line.
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Airbags tend to keep you safer than seatbelts alone.
Airbags tend to keep you safer than seatbelts alone.
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When approaching an uncontrolled intersection where you cannot see 100 feet to the right or left, you should _____ until clear.
When approaching an uncontrolled intersection where you cannot see 100 feet to the right or left, you should _____ until clear.
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When stopped at railroad tracks with multiple tracks, you should cross when _____.
When stopped at railroad tracks with multiple tracks, you should cross when _____.
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If the driver ahead of you stops at an unmarked crosswalk for a pedestrian, you should _____ before proceeding.
If the driver ahead of you stops at an unmarked crosswalk for a pedestrian, you should _____ before proceeding.
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It is legal to leave a child age six or younger in a vehicle if the child is under the supervision of someone 12 years or older.
It is legal to leave a child age six or younger in a vehicle if the child is under the supervision of someone 12 years or older.
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Slower traffic must stay in the right lane.
Slower traffic must stay in the right lane.
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When weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers consistently, you must also use your _____ headlights.
When weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers consistently, you must also use your _____ headlights.
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It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a BAC that is _____ or higher.
It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a BAC that is _____ or higher.
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If you are in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and selected shoulder belt, you are required to _____ both.
If you are in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and selected shoulder belt, you are required to _____ both.
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To safely take an exit on the right while driving in the fast lane of a freeway, you should _____ each lane one at a time.
To safely take an exit on the right while driving in the fast lane of a freeway, you should _____ each lane one at a time.
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When turning at an intersection, how far from the intersection should you activate your signal?
When turning at an intersection, how far from the intersection should you activate your signal?
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U-turns in business districts are legal at all times.
U-turns in business districts are legal at all times.
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What is the proper procedure for parallel parking?
What is the proper procedure for parallel parking?
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When passing a bicyclist riding on the right edge of your lane, you must pass at a distance of at least _____ feet or safe to do so.
When passing a bicyclist riding on the right edge of your lane, you must pass at a distance of at least _____ feet or safe to do so.
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If another vehicle is following closely behind you (tailgating), you should _____ onto another lane when safe to do so.
If another vehicle is following closely behind you (tailgating), you should _____ onto another lane when safe to do so.
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Roadways on bridges and overpasses tend to freeze before most of the road does.
Roadways on bridges and overpasses tend to freeze before most of the road does.
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Smoking inside a vehicle when a person younger than 18 is present is legal at all times.
Smoking inside a vehicle when a person younger than 18 is present is legal at all times.
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Study Notes
Animal Abandonment
- Dumping or abandoning an animal on a highway can lead to a fine of $1,000 or six months in jail.
Road Markings
- Double yellow lines spaced two feet apart should be treated as a solid wall; crossing is prohibited.
Police Signaling
- Failing to pull over when signaled by a police officer may result in imprisonment for up to one year.
BAC Violations
- Conviction for driving with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) at or above the legal limit can result in up to six months in jail and fines.
Underage Driving Consequences
- Drivers under 18 may have their driving privileges suspended for missing school.
Vehicle Transfer Notification
- Must notify the DMV within five days if selling or transferring your vehicle.
Underage Drinking Law
- It is illegal for individuals aged 21 or under to operate a vehicle with a BAC greater than 0.01%.
Turning Regulations
- A left turn on a solid red light is permitted only from a one-way street onto another one-way street.
Tailgating Risks
- Following too closely behind another vehicle is dangerous as the vehicle in front may stop unexpectedly.
Emergency Vehicle Protocol
- When an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights, drive to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes.
Headlight Usage
- Low beam headlights should be used during fog or snow conditions.
Medication and Driving
- All types of medication can impair driving capabilities.
Large Trucks
- Large trucks are prone to losing speed on long, steep hills, creating potential hazards.
Pedestrian Rights
- Pedestrians in crosswalks have the right of way.
Trailers on Freeway
- The maximum speed limit when pulling a trailer on the freeway is 55 mph.
Distracted Drivers
- Increase the distance between your vehicle and a distracted driver observed on their phone.
Traffic Signals
- A green arrow indicates a protected turn in the direction it points.
Parking Light Regulations
- Driving with only parking lights is prohibited under all circumstances.
Headphone Law
- Using headsets or earbuds while driving is illegal.
Oncoming Vehicle Hazard
- If an oncoming vehicle starts to turn left in front of you, slow down to avoid collision.
Inconsistent Speed of Ahead Vehicle
- If the vehicle ahead slows down for no apparent reason, increase the following distance.
Regaining Control After Skidding
- To regain control after hard braking that causes wheel lock, take your foot off the brake pedal.
Medication Impairment
- Any type of medication can impact driving ability.
Passing Regulations
- A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line indicates that passing is allowed for the side with the broken line.
Airbag Safety
- Airbags provide enhanced protection and are safer than seatbelts alone.
Uncontrolled Intersection Approach
- At an uncontrolled intersection where visibility is limited, cautiously move forward to assess traffic.
Crossing Railroad Tracks
- Only cross railroad tracks with multiple tracks when you can see clearly in both directions.
Yielding at Crosswalks
- If a driver in front stops for a pedestrian at an unmarked crosswalk, you must stop until all pedestrians have cleared.
Child Supervision in Vehicles
- It is legal to leave a child age six or younger in a vehicle if supervised by someone 12 or older.
Slower Traffic Protocol
- "Slower traffic keep right" means slower vehicles should remain in the right lane.
Weather Conditions and Headlights
- When windshield wipers are in use, headlights must also be activated.
BAC Limit for Adults
- For individuals 21 and older, it is illegal to drive with a BAC of 0.08 or higher.
Seatbelt Requirements
- Drivers must use both lap belts and shoulder belts in vehicles equipped with these safety features.
Safe Freeway Exits
- When taking a right exit on the freeway, ensure to safely cross each lane one at a time.
Turn Signal Use
- Activate turn signals at least 100 feet before turning at an intersection.
U-turn Regulations
- U-turns in business districts are legal only at intersections unless otherwise prohibited by a sign.
Parallel Parking Procedure
- The correct method for parallel parking is to stop next to the vehicle in front of the open space before backing in.
Passing Bicyclists
- When passing a bicyclist, maintain a distance of at least 3 feet or as safe to do so.
Tailgating Response
- If being tailgated, safely merge onto another lane when possible.
Road Safety on Bridges
- Roadways on bridges and overpasses tend to freeze before the rest of the road, increasing risk during cold or wet weather.
Smoking Regulations in Vehicles
- Smoking in a vehicle with a person under 18 present is illegal at all times.
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