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Drivers are required to signal a change of direction for at least _____
Drivers are required to signal a change of direction for at least _____
100 ft
If you pass a working emergency vehicle stopped on the side of a freeway, you are to:
If you pass a working emergency vehicle stopped on the side of a freeway, you are to:
- Ignore it and continue driving.
- Slow down and proceed with extreme caution. (correct)
- Change lanes away from the emergency vehicle when practical. (correct)
- Park beside the emergency vehicle.
You are to dim your headlights at a minimum distance of _____ when following another vehicle.
You are to dim your headlights at a minimum distance of _____ when following another vehicle.
300 ft
When passing another vehicle, you are allowed to exceed the speed limit by _____
When passing another vehicle, you are allowed to exceed the speed limit by _____
When parking near a curb while facing uphill, you should turn your (front) wheels _____
When parking near a curb while facing uphill, you should turn your (front) wheels _____
Most 'minor' violations will drop off of your driving record after _____
Most 'minor' violations will drop off of your driving record after _____
A _____ is NOT a pedestrian.
A _____ is NOT a pedestrian.
When making a right turn, you are to execute the maneuver _____
When making a right turn, you are to execute the maneuver _____
Careless driving could result in:
Careless driving could result in:
A standard passenger vehicle's tires are required to have a minimum tread depth of _____
A standard passenger vehicle's tires are required to have a minimum tread depth of _____
U-turns are prohibited:
U-turns are prohibited:
When your vehicle loses contact with the pavement and rides on a thin layer of water, it is called _____
When your vehicle loses contact with the pavement and rides on a thin layer of water, it is called _____
If you are driving on the freeway and miss your exit, you should _____
If you are driving on the freeway and miss your exit, you should _____
To avoid being distracted while driving, you should _____
To avoid being distracted while driving, you should _____
BAC is an abbreviation for _____
BAC is an abbreviation for _____
Pedestrians should _____
Pedestrians should _____
An example of a slow-moving vehicle might be _____
An example of a slow-moving vehicle might be _____
Parking regulations in CA include:
Parking regulations in CA include:
If confronted by an enraged driver, you should:
If confronted by an enraged driver, you should:
When an emergency vehicle using its siren and red light(s) approaches, you must _____ until it has passed.
When an emergency vehicle using its siren and red light(s) approaches, you must _____ until it has passed.
If you find your tire off of the roadway and on a low or unstable shoulder, _____
If you find your tire off of the roadway and on a low or unstable shoulder, _____
If you encounter an animal on the roadway, it's best to:
If you encounter an animal on the roadway, it's best to:
When driving in reverse, you should _____
When driving in reverse, you should _____
_____ is an element of Total Stopping Distance.
_____ is an element of Total Stopping Distance.
'City cycles' refers to _____
'City cycles' refers to _____
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Study Notes
Traffic School Key Concepts
- Drivers must signal a change of direction for a minimum of 100 feet.
- When passing a working emergency vehicle on the freeway, change lanes away or slow down and proceed cautiously.
- Dim headlights when following another vehicle at a distance of at least 300 feet.
- When passing another vehicle, exceeding the speed limit is not permitted, even briefly.
- To park uphill near a curb, turn front wheels to the left to prevent rolling into traffic.
- Most minor violations will be removed from a driving record after 36 months.
- A person on a bicycle is not classified as a pedestrian.
- For a right turn, execute the maneuver from the far right-hand lane into the far right-hand lane.
- Careless driving can lead to vehicle damage, personal injury, or driver's license suspension.
- A standard passenger vehicle must have tire tread depth of at least 1/32 inch.
- U-turns are prohibited on one-way streets, in areas without a 200-feet unobstructed view, and in front of fire stations.
- Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle rides on a thin layer of water, losing pavement contact.
- If you miss an exit on the freeway, continue to the next exit to turn around safely.
- To minimize distractions while driving, complete non-driving tasks such as texting in other settings.
- "BAC" stands for Blood Alcohol Concentration, a critical measure of intoxication.
- Pedestrians should obey traffic signals, wear reflective clothing, and carry lights at night for safety.
- Examples of slow-moving vehicles include oversized vehicles on steep grades, farm equipment, and horse-drawn wagons.
- California parking regulations include prohibitions against parking next to red curbs, on sidewalks, or more than 18 inches from the curb.
- If confronted by an enraged driver, do not react or make eye contact; contact local authorities if needed.
- When an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens and lights, pull to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes.
- If your tire goes off the roadway and onto a low shoulder, you may need to turn sharply to re-enter the road safely.
- If encountering an animal on the roadway, simply wait for it to clear instead of honking or trying to nudge it away.
- To drive in reverse, turn the steering wheel in the direction you want to go as if driving forward.
- Total Stopping Distance consists of braking distance, reaction distance, and perception distance.
- "City cycles" refers to the repetitive patterns of urban traffic dynamics.
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