Permit Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

You may turn right on a solid red light:

Only if the way is clear

Anytime

Never

Only after stopping, unless otherwise posted (correct)

You must notify DMV within 5 days if you:

Sell or transfer your vehicle

You are approaching an uncontrolled intersection. You:

Should slow down and be ready to stop, if necessary

You exit a freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should:

Slow to a safe speed before the curve Signup and view all the answers

During the second six months after you are licensed, you must be accompanied by your parent or guardian if you:

Transport minors between the hours of midnight and 5:00 AM Signup and view all the answers

You have consented to take the test for the alcohol content of your blood, breath, or urine:

Whenever you drive in California Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign indicating a sharp turn to the right mean?

The road will have a sharp right turn ahead Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign indicating a merging lane ahead mean?

That vehicles will be merging into your lane Signup and view all the answers

When planning to pass another vehicle you should:

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

You should usually drive your vehicle slower when:

You see brake lights coming on several vehicles ahead of you Signup and view all the answers

The speed limit posted on a road is 55 mph. When this road is wet:

Drive 5 to 10 mph under the limit Signup and view all the answers

You can be fined up to $1,000.00 and jailed for six months if you are cited for:

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

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

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

For which of the following traffic lights must you always stop your vehicle?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Two vehicles are approaching an uncontrolled 'T' intersection. One vehicle is on the through road and the other is on the road that ends. Who has the right-of-way at the intersection?

The vehicle on the through road Signup and view all the answers

It is very foggy. You should slow down and turn on your:

Low beam lights Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following children requires a child restraint system?

A seven-year-old 4' 9" tall Signup and view all the answers

An orange and red sign of this shape always means:

Slow-moving vehicle Signup and view all the answers

If you have an accident, the law requires you to exchange your driver license information with:

Others involved in the accident Signup and view all the answers

This sign means:

The road ahead may be slippery Signup and view all the answers

You are driving on a road with only one lane in each direction and you want to pass another vehicle, but there is a curve ahead that blocks your view. You must:

Not pass the other vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:

Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn Signup and view all the answers

You are required to wear your safety belt in a moving vehicle:

If your vehicle is equipped with safety belts Signup and view all the answers

Before driving into an intersection from a stop, you should look:

Left, right, and left again Signup and view all the answers

On a green arrow, you must:

Yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian in the intersection Signup and view all the answers

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

If traffic on the street is moving to the left Signup and view all the answers

Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if:

They are properly secured Signup and view all the answers

When changing lanes on a freeway, you should:

Signal for at least 5 seconds Signup and view all the answers

The two-way road you are driving on has a lane marked as shown in the picture. This lane is used:

To begin or end left turns or start a permitted U-turn Signup and view all the answers

There are two traffic lanes in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many cars are passing you on the right. If the driver behind you wishes to drive faster, you should:

Move over into the right lane when it is safe Signup and view all the answers

You are driving on a five-lane freeway in the lane closest to the center divider. To exit the freeway on the right you should:

Change lanes one at a time until you are in the proper lane Signup and view all the answers

When you change lanes or merge with another lane, you:

Need at least a 4 second gap in traffic Signup and view all the answers

Cargo extending more than 4 feet from your rear bumper:

Must be marked with a red flag or lights Signup and view all the answers

This sign means you should:

Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you are entering or crossing Signup and view all the answers

When sharing the road with a light rail vehicle:

Never turn in front of an approaching light rail vehicle Signup and view all the answers

When parked on any hill, you should always set your parking brake and:

Leave your vehicle in gear or the 'park' position Signup and view all the answers

Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. If it is absolutely necessary, you may:

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

A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may:

Not turn in that direction until the light turns green Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is recommended when driving at night on a dimly lit street?

Drive slowly enough to stop within the area lighted by your headlights Signup and view all the answers

To see cars in your blind spots, you should check:

Over your shoulders Signup and view all the answers

If another driver 'cuts' in front of you, it would be better if you:

Take your foot off the gas Signup and view all the answers

You may not stop a passenger vehicle at any time:

Next to a curb painted red Signup and view all the answers

If you are involved in an accident, you must exchange with the other person(s) involved, your driver license information and:

Proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and current address Signup and view all the answers

There are five vehicles following closely behind you on a road with one lane in your direction. When you see this sign, you should:

Drive to the side of the road and stop in the designated area Signup and view all the answers

When a traffic signal isn't working at an intersection, you should:

Come to a complete stop, then proceed when it is safe Signup and view all the answers

The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do?

Stop, then proceed when all pedestrians have crossed your lane Signup and view all the answers

This sign means:

There is a pedestrian crosswalk ahead Signup and view all the answers

Is it illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ______ or more.

0.01% - One hundredths of one percent Signup and view all the answers

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

Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

General Traffic Rules

Right turn allowed on solid red after a complete stop, unless posted otherwise.
Notify DMV within 5 days if vehicles are sold or transferred.
At uncontrolled intersections, slow down and prepare to stop if necessary.

Driving Around Curves & Freeway Exits

Slow down to a safe speed before descending a curved ramp when exiting a freeway.

Underage Driving Regulations

During the first six months post-licensure, parents or guardians must accompany drivers transporting minors between midnight and 5:00 AM.

Driving Safety and Responsibilities

Consent to alcohol testing when driving in California.
Alertness needed for brake lights from vehicles ahead, indicating potential stops.

Speed and Weather Conditions

On wet roads with a posted limit of 55 mph, reduce speed by 5-10 mph for safety.

Legal Consequences

Fine and possible jail time for abandoning animals on highways (up to $1,000 and six months).

Intersection Protocols

Green light requires waiting for cleared intersections before proceeding.
Always stop for solid red lights, flashing red lights, and blacked-out signals.
The vehicle on the through road has the right-of-way at uncontrolled "T" intersections.

Night Driving Strategies

Use low beam headlights in foggy conditions; drive slowly on dimly lit streets within the headlights' reach.

Child Safety

A seven-year-old under 4'9" requires a child restraint system for safety.

Road Sign Interpretations

Orange and red signs indicate slow-moving vehicles.
Specific signs warn of slippery roads and merging lanes ahead.
Pedestrian crosswalks must be approached cautiously.

Merging and Lane Changes

Never assume other vehicles will make space during lane changes; signal for at least 5 seconds.
Maintain a 4-second gap when merging or changing lanes.

Vehicle Cargo Regulations

Cargo extending over 4 feet from the back of a vehicle must be marked with flags or lights.

Rules of the Road

Yield to right-of-way signs when crossing or entering roads.
When encountering light rail vehicles, avoid turning in front of them.

Parking and Stopping Regulations

Always use parking brakes and leave vehicles in gear or "park" when parked on hills.
Stopping next to red-curbed areas is illegal wherever indicated.

Accident Protocols

In accidents, exchange driver license information and provide proof of insurance and vehicle registration.

Dealing with Other Drivers

If cut off by another driver, ease off the gas for safety.
At overlapping traffic signals, come to a complete stop before proceeding when signals fail.

Bicycles and Blind Spots

Always check blind spots by looking over shoulders for safety regarding bicycles in traffic lanes.

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Questions and Answers

You may turn right on a solid red light:

You must notify DMV within 5 days if you:

You are approaching an uncontrolled intersection. You:

You exit a freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should:

During the second six months after you are licensed, you must be accompanied by your parent or guardian if you:

You have consented to take the test for the alcohol content of your blood, breath, or urine:

What does a sign indicating a sharp turn to the right mean?

What does a sign indicating a merging lane ahead mean?

When planning to pass another vehicle you should:

You should usually drive your vehicle slower when:

The speed limit posted on a road is 55 mph. When this road is wet:

You can be fined up to $1,000.00 and jailed for six months if you are cited for:

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

For which of the following traffic lights must you always stop your vehicle?

Two vehicles are approaching an uncontrolled 'T' intersection. One vehicle is on the through road and the other is on the road that ends. Who has the right-of-way at the intersection?

It is very foggy. You should slow down and turn on your:

Which of the following children requires a child restraint system?

An orange and red sign of this shape always means:

If you have an accident, the law requires you to exchange your driver license information with:

This sign means:

You are driving on a road with only one lane in each direction and you want to pass another vehicle, but there is a curve ahead that blocks your view. You must:

Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:

You are required to wear your safety belt in a moving vehicle:

Before driving into an intersection from a stop, you should look:

On a green arrow, you must:

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

Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if:

When changing lanes on a freeway, you should:

The two-way road you are driving on has a lane marked as shown in the picture. This lane is used:

There are two traffic lanes in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many cars are passing you on the right. If the driver behind you wishes to drive faster, you should:

You are driving on a five-lane freeway in the lane closest to the center divider. To exit the freeway on the right you should:

When you change lanes or merge with another lane, you:

Cargo extending more than 4 feet from your rear bumper:

This sign means you should:

When sharing the road with a light rail vehicle:

When parked on any hill, you should always set your parking brake and:

Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. If it is absolutely necessary, you may:

A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may:

Which of these is recommended when driving at night on a dimly lit street?

To see cars in your blind spots, you should check:

If another driver 'cuts' in front of you, it would be better if you:

You may not stop a passenger vehicle at any time:

If you are involved in an accident, you must exchange with the other person(s) involved, your driver license information and:

There are five vehicles following closely behind you on a road with one lane in your direction. When you see this sign, you should:

When a traffic signal isn't working at an intersection, you should:

The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do?

This sign means:

Is it illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ______ or more.

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

Study Notes

General Traffic Rules

Driving Around Curves & Freeway Exits

Underage Driving Regulations

Driving Safety and Responsibilities

Speed and Weather Conditions

Legal Consequences

Intersection Protocols

Night Driving Strategies

Child Safety

Road Sign Interpretations

Merging and Lane Changes

Vehicle Cargo Regulations

Rules of the Road

Parking and Stopping Regulations

Accident Protocols

Dealing with Other Drivers

Bicycles and Blind Spots

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