Traffic Signs and Signals Quiz
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What does a diamond-shaped sign primarily indicate?

  • School zone warning
  • Existing or potential hazards (correct)
  • No passing zone
  • Speed limit regulation
  • Which color is typically associated with work zone signs?

  • White
  • Green
  • Red
  • Orange (correct)
  • What shape is a stop sign?

  • Pentagonal
  • Octagonal (correct)
  • Circular
  • Triangular
  • Which color is associated with regulatory signs that must always be obeyed?

    <p>White</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of sign indicates a no passing zone?

    <p>Pennant-shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a driver do when approaching a steady yellow traffic light?

    <p>Slow to a stop unless already in the intersection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information do guide signs typically provide?

    <p>Directions and mileage to specific destinations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a pentagonal sign indicate?

    <p>School zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a driver do when entering interstate traffic from an entrance ramp?

    <p>Yield to drivers already on the interstate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a driver do if they pass their exit on the interstate?

    <p>Continue driving and use the next exit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a driver respond to a flashing red traffic light?

    <p>Treat the light like a stop sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a driver do if their vehicle begins to skid?

    <p>Turn the steering wheel in the direction they want to go</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about motorcycles regarding lane usage?

    <p>They are entitled to the same full lane width as other vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should drivers do when approaching a steady yellow arrow at an intersection?

    <p>Slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should drivers behave when they encounter a steady green traffic light?

    <p>Continue driving unless other vehicles are in the intersection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do larger vehicles have larger blind spots?

    <p>Their overall size creates larger areas that cannot be seen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done first when preparing for a driving test in California?

    <p>Set up an appointment for your driving test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many multiple-choice questions are on the knowledge test?

    <p>36</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of questions an applicant must answer correctly to pass the knowledge test?

    <p>30</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should drivers do at an all-way stop?

    <p>Come to a complete stop and take turns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following documents is NOT required when applying for a driving test?

    <p>Social Security card</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is required at a stop sign or red traffic signal?

    <p>Come to a complete stop at the indicated stop line.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When approaching a divided highway, what should drivers do?

    <p>Keep to the right of the median.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fee for renewing a Driver License in California?

    <p>$37</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a driver do when encountering a sharp turn to the left sign?

    <p>Reduce speed and prepare to turn sharply left.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding the knowledge test in California?

    <p>Automated TouchScreen Terminals are used to administer the test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an interpreter is needed for the behind-the-wheel driving test, which statement is correct?

    <p>Interpreters are provided at no cost by the DMV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by a winding road sign?

    <p>The road ahead winds in a series of curves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should drivers do in an area marked with a merging traffic sign?

    <p>Be alert to traffic merging from the right.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an applicant uses testing aids during the knowledge test?

    <p>The knowledge test will be marked as a failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When drivers see a chevron sign, what should they prepare for?

    <p>To sharply turn in the direction indicated by the chevron.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a 'road narrows' sign indicate to drivers?

    <p>Drivers should take care to stay on the traveled portion of the roadway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of recreational area can drivers access at the location indicated on the recreation sign?

    <p>Wildlife viewing area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ramp is available at the location indicated on the recreation sign?

    <p>Canoe ramp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a milepost indicate on the highway?

    <p>A location on the highway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is posted on the right side of the destination sign?

    <p>Distances to listed locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which facility is indicated as present at the location mentioned on the sign?

    <p>Trolley station</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of recreational area is mentioned for the winter season?

    <p>Ski area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of path is indicated that drivers can access by following the direction of the arrow?

    <p>Bicycle route</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about the highway exit indicated on the sign?

    <p>There is a direct off-ramp available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should drivers do when they encounter farm machinery on the roadway?

    <p>Drive with caution and be prepared to slow down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should drivers do when approaching a pedestrian crossing?

    <p>Yield to pedestrians crossing the roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What warning is given regarding deer on the roadway?

    <p>Drivers should be alert to animals and be prepared to slow down or stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When merging left due to a lane ending, what should drivers do?

    <p>Merge left to stay on the roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should drivers react under wet conditions according to road signs?

    <p>Reduce speed and increase following distance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is required at a 'Stop Ahead' sign?

    <p>Be ready to come to a complete stop at the stop sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should drivers do when they see a bicycle warning sign?

    <p>Respect the right of bicycles to be on the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is expected of drivers when encountering a yield ahead sign?

    <p>Slow down or stop at the yield sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    California DMV Cheat Sheet

    • Initial Steps: Set up driving test appointment, submit completed driver license application, provide required documents, pay applicable fees, pass vision test, knowledge test and behind-the-wheel driving test, have photograph taken, provide fingerprint scan, and sign name.

    Required Documentation

    • Documents should be valid/unexpired originals or certified copies.
    • Proof of birth date/legal presence/identity
    • Proof of California residency
    • Any old driver license or permit
    • Proof of insurance for the testing vehicle
    • Rental vehicle contract (if applicable)

    Fees

    • $37 for a driver's license
    • $37 to renew a driver's license
    • $30 for a duplicate/changed driver's license
    • $7 for a driving retest
    • Additional fees may apply.

    Languages

    • Knowledge test available in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language.
    • Interpreters provided for behind-the-wheel driving tests at no cost.

    Knowledge Test Information

    • 36 multiple choice questions.
    • Applicants must answer at least 30 questions correctly to pass.
    • Information to pass is in the California Driver Handbook.
    • No testing aids allowed (handbooks, cheat sheets, electronic devices)
    • DMV utilizes automated TouchScreen Terminal (TST).
    • Tests not administered after 4:30 p.m.
    • Three attempts allowed to pass.

    Top 150 Questions & Answers

    • Illegal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) for drivers 21 and older: 0.08%

    • Basic Speed Law: Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions

    • Driving Under the Influence of Medications Illegal under any circumstances

    • Motor Vehicle Use of Bike Lanes: No more than 200 feet before making a right turn.

    • Cell Phone Use: Use hands-free device or let calls go to voicemail while driving.

    • Solid and Broken Yellow Lines: Vehicles next to broken yellow line may pass.

    • Parking on Two-Way Roads: Turn wheels right, toward roadside.

    • Minor Collisions: Move your vehicle out of traffic lane if possible.

    • Smoking in Vehicle With Minors: Illegal at all times in California.

    • Pedestrian Right-of-Way: Yield right-of-way.

    • Large Truck Following: Drivers must follow farther back than passenger vehicles.

    • Pedestrians with White Cane or Guide Dog: Must be yielded right-of-way at all times.

    • Blind Spots: Look over your shoulders to check blind spots

    Additional Rules

    • Stop at traffic signal lights if not working: Stop, then proceed when it is safe to do so.
    • Extra space in front of large trucks: Truck drivers need more distance to stop
    • Passing other vehicles: Use rearview mirror to confirm it is safe.
    • Chemical Tests: Drivers consent to a blood, breath, or urine test.
    • Driving at night on dimly lit roads: Drive slow enough to stop within the lit area.
    • Driving off paved roadway: Never drive off-road to pass another vehicle.
    • Approaching Railroad Crossings: Stopping at crossings, and slowing down, not driving over them.
    • Merging Onto Freeways: Drive at or near the speed of traffic
    • Left-hand Turns: Signal 100 ft before turning
    • Traffic Collisions: Complete written report if property damage exceeds $1000 or injuries are involved
    • Red Painted Curb Parking: Not allowed to park on a red painted curb.
    • Solid Yellow Lines: Not allowed to cross consecutive solid yellow lines.

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