2024-2024 CA Driver's Handbook

Question 1

After getting a permit, what does a minor need to do in order to get their license?

Answer 1

• Practice driving at least 50 hours with a California-licensed driver who is at least 25 years old.
• Pass a behind-the-wheel drive test.

Question 2

Can a parent or guardian may cancel their teen’s license?

Answer 2

Yes

Question 3

Do you have to pass a vision test to get a license?

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

If you move, you must notify DMV of your new address within ____ days.

Answer 4

Ten

Question 5

Can your health affect your driving?

Answer 5

Yes

Question 6

What steering method should you use when driving?

Answer 6

Hand-to-Hand, also known as Push/Pull

Question 7

What steering method is used when driving low speeds or parking?

Answer 7

Hand-Over-Hand

Question 8

What two situations may require one-handed steering?

Answer 8

• Turning while backing up
• When operating vehicle controls that require you to remove a hand, such as shifting gears.

Question 9

When should you use your turn signals?

Answer 9

• At least 100 feet before you turn.
• Before every lane change.
• At least 5 seconds before changing lanes on a freeway.
  Before pulling to the curb or away.

Question 10

When should you use your horn?

Answer 10

To let other drivers know you are there or to warn others of a hazard.

Question 11

Dim your high-beam
headlights to low beams within _____ feet of a vehicle coming toward you.

Answer 11

500

Question 12

Dim your high-beam
headlights to low beams within _____ feet of a vehicle you are following.

Answer 12

300

Question 13

It is illegal to drive using
only __________ lights.

Answer 13

Parking

Question 14

Use your headlights beginning _____ minutes after sunset (dusk) and before sunrise (dawn)

Answer 14

30 minutes

Question 15

If you need to use your windshield wipers due to
fog, rain, or snow, you must also turn on your ________________________.

Answer 15

Low-beam headlights.

Question 16

When should you turn on your emergency flashers?

Answer 16

• To warn other drivers of collision or hazard ahead.
• If you need to stop because of vehicle trouble.

Question 17

A single solid yellow line marks the center of a road with ________________.

Answer 17

two-way traffic

Question 18

When is it legal to cross a double yellow line?

Answer 18

• When entering or exiting a driveway or private road.
• To make a U-Turn
• When instructed by construction signs or other signs.

Question 19

Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart are
considered a ____________.

Answer 19

Barrier

Question 20

A broken yellow line indicates you may pass if…

Answer 20

The broken line is next to
your driving lane. Only pass when it is safe.

Question 21

A single solid white line marks traffic lanes going in ____________________.

Answer 21

the same direction

Question 22

Double solid white lines indicate a lane barrier and should not be ___________.

Answer 22

Crossed.
- Wait until you see a single
broken white line before crossing.

Question 23

Broken white lines separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes….

Answer 23

in the same direction.

Question 24

What is the line of triangles painted on the road?

Answer 24

A yield line is a solid white line of triangles
that shows approaching vehicles where to
yield or stop.

Question 25

When there are multiple lanes going the same direction, which lane is referred to as “#1”

Answer 25

The lane closest to the center of the road.

Question 26

When there are multiple lanes going the same direction, which lane is referred to as, “The fast lane” or “passing lane”?

Answer 26

The lane closest to the center of the road (the far left lane).

Question 27

To change lanes on a multi-lane road, what 4 things do you need to do without slowing down?

Answer 27

1 Signal.
2 Look in mirrors to check traffic behind and beside you.
3 Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to check blind spots and make sure the lane is clear.
4 Be sure there is enough space for your vehicle in the next lane.

Question 28

If you miss a turn, what should you do?

Answer 28

Keep driving until you
can safely and legally turn around.

Question 29

What is a Carpool/High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane?

Answer 29

An HOV lane is a special lane reserved for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or low-emission vehicles with decals.

Question 30

A center left turn lane is used to prepare for and make a left turn or U-turn.
You may only drive for ______ feet in the center
left turn lane.

Answer 30

200

Question 31

You must use a turnout area or lane to let other vehicles pass when you are…

Answer 31

Driving slowly on a two-lane road, where
passing is unsafe, and there are five or more vehicles following you.

Question 32

When is it legal to drive in a bicycle lane?

Answer 32

When you are:
* Parking (where permitted).
* Entering or leaving the road.
* Turning (within 200 feet of an intersection)

Question 33

What are shared roadway bicycle markings used for?

Answer 33

Shared roadway bicycle markings alert drivers that bicyclists do not have a separate bike lane and can occupy the driving lane.

Question 34

When passing a bicyclist, how much space should you have between your car and the bike?

Answer 34

3 feet

Question 35

When making a right turn, you should start signaling _____ feet before your turn.

Answer 35

100

Question 36

When making a right turn, you can drive in a bike lane within _____ feet from the turn.

Answer 36

200

Question 37

When making a right turn, you should look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed. TRUE OR FALSE?

Answer 37

FALSE.

• Look over your right shoulder.

Question 38

When making a right turn, you should make your first stop past the limit line in order to see better. TRUE OR FALSE?

Answer 38

FALSE.

• You must stop before the limit line.