Podcast
Questions and Answers
What should you do to increase your following distance when driving behind a large vehicle?
What should you do to increase your following distance when driving behind a large vehicle?
- To better see around the sides of the vehicle (correct)
- Because following too closely will get you caught in the vehicle's slipstream
- Because other drivers tend to pull behind large vehicles before trying to pass them
When entering a gap in highway traffic, what should you do?
When entering a gap in highway traffic, what should you do?
- Check behind you, then watch the vehicle ahead (correct)
- Speed up and let the other vehicles make way
- Watch only the vehicles behind the gap
On a freeway, why should you look farther ahead than on a city street?
On a freeway, why should you look farther ahead than on a city street?
- Because it takes a quarter of a mile to stop your vehicle completely
- Because it helps you keep up with traffic
- In order to see potential hazards early (correct)
Why should you dim your headlights for oncoming vehicles within 300 feet?
Why should you dim your headlights for oncoming vehicles within 300 feet?
When is it safe to move back into the right lane after passing a vehicle?
When is it safe to move back into the right lane after passing a vehicle?
Why must you look for bicyclists in the same lanes used by motor vehicles?
Why must you look for bicyclists in the same lanes used by motor vehicles?
What shape and color are construction zone signs generally?
What shape and color are construction zone signs generally?
When should you increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead?
When should you increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead?
If your tire suddenly goes flat, what should you do?
If your tire suddenly goes flat, what should you do?
What is required when making a right turn at a corner?
What is required when making a right turn at a corner?
What do blue traffic signs typically offer information on?
What do blue traffic signs typically offer information on?
When should you start reducing your speed to exit the interstate?
When should you start reducing your speed to exit the interstate?
What does a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02% indicate?
What does a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02% indicate?
Vehicles stopped behind a school bus with its red lights flashing must remain stopped until?
Vehicles stopped behind a school bus with its red lights flashing must remain stopped until?
You should remove all snow, frost, and ice from?
You should remove all snow, frost, and ice from?
U-turns in residential districts are legal when?
U-turns in residential districts are legal when?
If you want to pass a bicyclist riding on the right edge of your lane, what must you do?
If you want to pass a bicyclist riding on the right edge of your lane, what must you do?
When steering, where should you be positioned relative to oncoming and parked vehicles?
When steering, where should you be positioned relative to oncoming and parked vehicles?
In construction zones, fines are typically?
In construction zones, fines are typically?
Where is the safest place for children age 12 and under to ride in a vehicle equipped with airbags?
Where is the safest place for children age 12 and under to ride in a vehicle equipped with airbags?
If being followed too closely on a two-lane road, you should?
If being followed too closely on a two-lane road, you should?
What is the best speed for your vehicle when driving on a freeway with a posted speed limit of 65 mph and traffic moving at 35 mph?
What is the best speed for your vehicle when driving on a freeway with a posted speed limit of 65 mph and traffic moving at 35 mph?
When do you consent to take a chemical test for alcohol content?
When do you consent to take a chemical test for alcohol content?
Which of these is a safe driving technique?
Which of these is a safe driving technique?
When is it legal for minors to use a cell phone without a hands-free device while driving?
When is it legal for minors to use a cell phone without a hands-free device while driving?
At a railroad crossing, what must you watch for?
At a railroad crossing, what must you watch for?
If a child is about to run into the street, what should you do?
If a child is about to run into the street, what should you do?
In inclement weather, what should you do?
In inclement weather, what should you do?
If your vehicle has a mechanical problem, what should you do?
If your vehicle has a mechanical problem, what should you do?
If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must:
If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must:
You must stop at the intersection ahead. You should stop before crossing the railroad tracks when:
You must stop at the intersection ahead. You should stop before crossing the railroad tracks when:
You may make a left turn on a red light only from a:
You may make a left turn on a red light only from a:
Streets and highways are most slippery:
Streets and highways are most slippery:
You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the:
You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the:
Backing your vehicle is always dangerous.
Backing your vehicle is always dangerous.
Before returning to your original lane after passing another vehicle, you should:
Before returning to your original lane after passing another vehicle, you should:
Any amount of alcohol in the blood may affect a driver's:
Any amount of alcohol in the blood may affect a driver's:
Which of the following statements is correct?
Which of the following statements is correct?
Various traffic control devices in construction and maintenance work areas are the color:
Various traffic control devices in construction and maintenance work areas are the color:
Changing from one lane to another is best done:
Changing from one lane to another is best done:
When you see a stop sign, you should stop and:
When you see a stop sign, you should stop and:
It is illegal to leave a child age six or younger unattended in a vehicle on a hot day:
It is illegal to leave a child age six or younger unattended in a vehicle on a hot day:
Regulatory signs are:
Regulatory signs are:
Make room for cars that are entering the freeway by:
Make room for cars that are entering the freeway by:
What is the only medically proven method of removing alcohol or other drug combinations from your system?
What is the only medically proven method of removing alcohol or other drug combinations from your system?
When entering the interstate on a short entrance ramp where there is no acceleration lane, you should:
When entering the interstate on a short entrance ramp where there is no acceleration lane, you should:
If you are being passed in a no passing zone, you should:
If you are being passed in a no passing zone, you should:
When you want to change lanes, you should never:
When you want to change lanes, you should never:
Which lane must you be in before making a left turn from a one-way street?
Which lane must you be in before making a left turn from a one-way street?
You enter a designated turn lane to make a left turn at an upcoming intersection. There is oncoming traffic. You should:
You enter a designated turn lane to make a left turn at an upcoming intersection. There is oncoming traffic. You should:
At intersections with a 'yield' sign, you must:
At intersections with a 'yield' sign, you must:
When stopped at a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if you:
When stopped at a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if you:
The first thing alcohol affects is:
The first thing alcohol affects is:
When driving in work zones, you should:
When driving in work zones, you should:
If your car's suspension is bad, it can cause:
If your car's suspension is bad, it can cause:
When driving on an interstate, to avoid traffic merging from on-ramps to your right, the best thing to do is:
When driving on an interstate, to avoid traffic merging from on-ramps to your right, the best thing to do is:
As you approach the top of a hill, you should:
As you approach the top of a hill, you should:
If it is necessary to make an emergency stop while driving on the interstate, you should:
If it is necessary to make an emergency stop while driving on the interstate, you should:
You should use your horn when:
You should use your horn when:
If your car begins to skid out of control, you should:
If your car begins to skid out of control, you should:
Alcohol in any concentration is:
Alcohol in any concentration is:
If you miss your exit on the freeway, you should not:
If you miss your exit on the freeway, you should not:
Using a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle is considered a distraction because:
Using a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle is considered a distraction because:
If you are driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding to the left, you should:
If you are driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding to the left, you should:
Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?
Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?
Always carefully look for motorcycles before you change lanes because:
Always carefully look for motorcycles before you change lanes because:
Which of the following factors affect an individual's absorption of alcohol?
Which of the following factors affect an individual's absorption of alcohol?
Which of the following is most likely to be slippery in cold weather after snow or rain?
Which of the following is most likely to be slippery in cold weather after snow or rain?
Adjust your rearview and side mirrors:
Adjust your rearview and side mirrors:
You exit the freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should:
You exit the freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should:
If you are riding in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and a separate shoulder belt, you are:
If you are riding in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and a separate shoulder belt, you are:
Stopping distances and the severity of collisions:
Stopping distances and the severity of collisions:
You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:
You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:
Before stopping your vehicle at a traffic signal or sign, you should:
Before stopping your vehicle at a traffic signal or sign, you should:
When you drive through a construction zone, you should:
When you drive through a construction zone, you should:
Which of the following is true about vehicles displaying a diamond-shaped sign that indicates a hazardous load?
Which of the following is true about vehicles displaying a diamond-shaped sign that indicates a hazardous load?
Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving?
Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving?
When passing another vehicle, you should return to your original lane when:
When passing another vehicle, you should return to your original lane when:
If you drive 55 mph in a 55 mph zone, you can be given a speeding ticket:
If you drive 55 mph in a 55 mph zone, you can be given a speeding ticket:
You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There are no injuries and there is very little vehicle damage. You should:
You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There are no injuries and there is very little vehicle damage. You should:
You are driving in the far right lane of a four-lane freeway and notice thick broken white lines on the left side of your lane. You are driving in:
You are driving in the far right lane of a four-lane freeway and notice thick broken white lines on the left side of your lane. You are driving in:
If you are approaching a flashing red traffic light, you:
If you are approaching a flashing red traffic light, you:
You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?
You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?
If you park facing uphill where there is no curb, set the parking brake and:
If you park facing uphill where there is no curb, set the parking brake and:
Smoking inside a vehicle with a person younger than 18 years of age is illegal at all times.
Smoking inside a vehicle with a person younger than 18 years of age is illegal at all times.
You are entering a freeway. Check traffic on the freeway by:
You are entering a freeway. Check traffic on the freeway by:
When driving on gravel or dirt roads:
When driving on gravel or dirt roads:
When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should:
When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should:
In traffic moving at 50 to 55 mph, you are least likely to have an accident if you:
In traffic moving at 50 to 55 mph, you are least likely to have an accident if you:
If there is a deep puddle on the road ahead, you should:
If there is a deep puddle on the road ahead, you should:
To know where traffic is behind you:
To know where traffic is behind you:
The speed limit at an uncontrolled railroad crossing is:
The speed limit at an uncontrolled railroad crossing is:
Continuous hard braking on ice and snow often:
Continuous hard braking on ice and snow often:
Study Notes
Vehicle Operation and Safety
- Hazard lights should be activated and the vehicle should be pulled off the road if a mechanical problem occurs.
- Orange construction signs indicate the presence of workers and equipment ahead; slow down and prepare accordingly.
- Always stop before crossing railroad tracks unless there is room to completely cross on the other side.
Traffic Regulations
- A left turn on a red light is permissible only from a one-way street onto another one-way street.
- Streets are most slippery just after it starts to rain due to oil and water on the surface.
- Double yellow lines may be crossed to pass another vehicle only if the yellow line next to your side is broken.
Driving Dynamics
- Backing up a vehicle is inherently dangerous, irrespective of the size of the vehicle.
- Before returning to a lane after passing, ensure you can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.
- Any alcohol in the bloodstream affects judgment and coordination.
Safe Driving Practices
- Always use the right foot for both braking and accelerating.
- Traffic control devices in construction zones are colored orange for visibility.
- Lane changes should be executed gradually and carefully.
Intersection Awareness
- At a stop sign, check for traffic in all directions before proceeding.
- When a yield sign is encountered, yield the right-of-way to traffic that could cause conflict.
- A red traffic light with a green arrow allows you to proceed if in the correct lane and when the intersection is clear.
Child Safety and Laws
- It is illegal to leave a child under 6 unattended in a vehicle, even if secured in a safety system.
- Regulatory signs are typically white, ensuring clarity of traffic rules.
Freeway and Lane Management
- To merge onto the freeway safely, speed up and enter only after finding a gap in traffic.
- Follow proper procedure and do not back up if you miss an exit on the freeway—continue to the next exit instead.
Alcohol and Driving
- Alcohol impairs judgment, which is critical for safe driving; time is the only way to eliminate it from your system.
- All substances such as tranquilizers and marijuana can impair driving abilities.
Skidding and Emergency Situations
- If the vehicle skids, stay off the brakes and steer in the direction you want to go.
- In case of an emergency stop on the interstate, pull off to the side, turn on flashers, and remain in the vehicle if safe to do so.
Keeping Safe Distances
- Increase following distance behind large vehicles to see around them and avoid accidents.
- Always check the rearview mirror to stay aware of traffic behind you.
Miscellaneous Driving Tips
- Dim headlights for oncoming vehicles when within 300 feet to reduce glare.
- In construction zones, pass carefully without distractions and avoid "rubbernecking."
- Properly adjust mirrors before driving to ensure visibility.
Road and Weather Conditions
- Maintain a safe speed on gravel roads as they provide less traction than paved roads.
- Watch for slippery conditions on shaded roads after rain or snow.
Legal and Safety Compliance
- Smoking inside a vehicle with minors is illegal at all times.
- Understanding when it is appropriate to use your horn can prevent collisions.
Bicycles and Sharing the Road
- Look out for bicyclists in the same lanes as motor vehicles, as they are entitled to share the road.
Construction Zone Awareness
- Construction zones are often marked with diamond-shaped signs, indicating the need for caution and reduced speed.### Traffic Signs and Driving Rules
- Diamond-shaped or rectangular signs with orange and black colors indicate construction zones.
- Increased following distance is needed when tailgated or driving slower than the posted speed limit.
Tire and Vehicle Control
- In the event of a flat tire, gradually reduce speed without sudden braking.
- Merging into a bicycle lane before turning right is mandatory to ensure cyclist safety.
Traffic Sign Colors
- Blue traffic signs primarily inform about motorist services.
Deceleration and Speed Management
- Begin reducing speed immediately upon entering the deceleration lane when exiting the interstate.
Blood Alcohol Concentration
- A blood alcohol concentration of 0.02% can double the chances of an accident.
School Bus Regulations
- Vehicles must remain stopped until the school bus's stop arm is retracted and the bus resumes motion.
Winter Weather Safety
- Clear snow, frost, and ice from all windows before driving to maintain visibility.
Legal U-Turns
- U-turns in residential areas are legal when no vehicles are approaching.
Passing Bicyclists
- Maintain a safe distance of at least three feet when passing a bicyclist without squeezing past.
Navigating Oncoming Traffic
- When facing oncoming vehicles and parked cars, steer a middle course to maintain safety.
Construction Zone Fines
- Fines for violations in construction zones are doubled in order to encourage safer driving.
Passenger Safety in Vehicles
- Children aged 12 and under should always ride in the back seat in vehicles equipped with airbags.
Handling Tailgating
- If being closely followed on a two-lane road, reduce speed gradually to prompt the tailgater to pass.
Speed Limits and Traffic
- On a freeway with heavy traffic moving at 35 mph, maintain a speed consistent with the flow of traffic, likely around 35 mph.
Implied Consent in California
- By driving in California, you consent to chemical tests measuring blood alcohol content.
Safe Driving Techniques
- Regularly check rearview mirrors to stay aware of surrounding traffic and conditions.
Minors and Cell Phones
- Minors can only use a cell phone without a hands-free device in emergency situations.
Railroad Crossing Awareness
- At railroad crossings, be vigilant for multiple trains and vehicles that must always stop.
Child Safety Precautions
- When a child approaches the street, sound a sharp blast of your horn as a warning.
Weather-Related Driving
- In poor weather, steering and braking should be done smoothly to maintain control and avoid skids.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
