5° Full-Length Test Flashcards
What does a sign with a picture of a bicycle indicate?
A) Bicycle rental shop ahead
B) Bicycle lane ahead
C) No bicycles allowed
D) Share the road with bicycles
Answer: B) Bicycle lane ahead
When is it legal to pass a vehicle on the right?
A) When the vehicle in front of you is turning left
B) When the vehicle is traveling below the speed limit in the left lane
C) When the vehicle is slowing down to make a right turn
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
What should you do if you are driving on a two-lane road and are being passed by another vehicle?
A) Increase your speed to prevent the pass
B) Speed up to get out of the other driver’s way
C) Slow down and move as far to the right as possible
D) Signal the other driver to pass by waving your hand out the window
Answer: C) Slow down and move as far to the right as possible
What should you do if you are approaching a stop sign at an intersection, but the intersection is blocked by other vehicles?
A) Slow down and proceed through the intersection without stopping
B) Honk your horn to alert the other drivers to move
C) Come to a complete stop before the stop sign and wait until the intersection clears
D) Drive around the vehicles blocking the intersection
Answer: C) Come to a complete stop before the stop sign and wait until the intersection clears
What should you do if you are driving and a tire suddenly blows out?
A) Brake hard to stop quickly
B) Grip the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight
C) Accelerate to get off the road quickly
D) Pump the brakes to regain control
Answer: B) Grip the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight
What should you do if you encounter a traffic signal that is not functioning?
A) Treat it as a four-way stop sign
B) Proceed through the intersection without stopping
C) Accelerate to clear the intersection quickly
D) Sound your horn to alert other drivers
Answer: A) Treat it as a four-way stop sign
What does a sign with a picture of a deer indicate?
A) Deer crossing ahead
B) Zoo nearby
C) Hunting zone
D) Animal shelter ahead
Answer: A) Deer crossing ahead
When is it legal to make a left turn on a red traffic light?
A) When turning onto a one-way street from another one-way street
B) When turning onto a two-way street from another two-way street
C) When turning from a one-way street onto a two-way street
D) Never
Answer: A) When turning onto a one-way street from another one-way street
What is the maximum speed limit for vehicles towing trailers on California highways unless otherwise posted?
A) 55 mph
B) 60 mph
C) 65 mph
D) 70 mph
Answer: A) 55 mph
What does a sign with a picture of a pedestrian walking beside a road indicate?
A) Pedestrian crossing ahead
B) Pedestrian walkway ahead
C) Residential area
D) Jogging path ahead
Answer: B) Pedestrian walkway ahead
What is the purpose of a center left turn lane?
A) To provide space for merging onto the highway
B) To provide space for passing slower vehicles
C) To provide space for making left turns from either direction
D) To provide space for emergency vehicles
Answer: C) To provide space for making left turns from either direction
What does a sign with a picture of a traffic signal indicate?
A) Traffic signal ahead
B) Stop sign ahead
C) Yield sign ahead
D) Intersection ahead
Answer: D) Intersection ahead
When must you use your headlights in California?
A) Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise
B) During the daytime if visibility is less than 1000 feet
C) Whenever you are driving in the fog
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
What is the penalty for littering from a vehicle in California?
A) Fine up to $250
B) Fine up to $500
C) Community service
D) License suspension
Answer: A) Fine up to $250
What should you do if you encounter a yellow traffic signal?
A) Speed up to clear the intersection quickly
B) Stop if you can do so safely; otherwise, proceed with caution
C) Stop immediately, regardless of your speed or distance from the intersection
D) Proceed through the intersection without stopping
Answer: B) Stop if you can do so safely; otherwise, proceed with caution
What does a sign with a picture of a bicycle lane indicate?
A) Bicycle lane ahead
B) Bike rental shop ahead
C) No bicycles allowed
D) Share the road with bicycles
Answer: A) Bicycle lane ahead
When is it legal to pass a vehicle on the right?
A) When the vehicle in front of you is turning left
B) When the vehicle is traveling below the speed limit in the left lane
C) When the vehicle is slowing down to make a right turn
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
What should you do if you are driving on a two-lane road and are being passed by another vehicle?
A) Increase your speed to prevent the pass
B) Speed up to get out of the other driver’s way
C) Slow down and move as far to the right as possible
D) Signal the other driver to pass by waving your hand out the window
Answer: C) Slow down and move as far to the right as possible
What should you do if you are driving and a tire suddenly blows out?
A) Brake hard to stop quickly
B) Grip the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight
C) Accelerate to get off the road quickly
D) Pump the brakes to regain control
Answer: B) Grip the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight
What should you do if you are approaching a stop sign at an intersection, but the intersection is blocked by other vehicles?
A) Slow down and proceed through the intersection without stopping
B) Honk your horn to alert the other drivers to move
C) Come to a complete stop before the stop sign and wait until the intersection clears
D) Drive around the vehicles blocking the intersection
Answer: C) Come to a complete stop before the stop sign and wait until the intersection clears
What should you do if you encounter a traffic signal that is not functioning?
A) Treat it as a four-way stop sign
B) Proceed through the intersection without stopping
C) Accelerate to clear the intersection quickly
D) Sound your horn to alert other drivers
Answer: A) Treat it as a four-way stop sign
What does a sign with a picture of a deer indicate?
A) Deer crossing ahead
B) Zoo nearby
C) Hunting zone
D) Animal shelter ahead
Answer: A) Deer crossing ahead
When is it legal to make a left turn on a red traffic light?
A) When turning onto a one-way street from another one-way street
B) When turning onto a two-way street from another two-way street
C) When turning from a one-way street onto a two-way street
D) Never
Answer: A) When turning onto a one-way street from another one-way street
What is the maximum speed limit for vehicles towing trailers on California highways unless otherwise posted?
A) 55 mph
B) 60 mph
C) 65 mph
D) 70 mph
Answer: A) 55 mph
What does a sign with a picture of a pedestrian walking beside a road indicate?
A) Pedestrian crossing ahead
B) Pedestrian walkway ahead
C) Residential area
D) Jogging path ahead
Answer: B) Pedestrian walkway ahead
What is the purpose of a center left turn lane?
A) To provide space for merging onto the highway
B) To provide space for passing slower vehicles
C) To provide space for making left turns from either direction
D) To provide space for emergency vehicles
Answer: C) To provide space for making left turns from either direction
What should you do if you encounter a traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow while making a left turn?
A) Stop and wait for the green arrow before proceeding
B) Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then proceed with caution
C) Speed up to clear the intersection quickly
D) Make the left turn without stopping
Answer: B) Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then proceed with caution
What does a sign with a picture of a bicycle and a green lane indicate?
A) Bicycle rental shop ahead
B) Bicycle lane ahead
C) Share the road with bicycles
D) No bicycles allowed
Answer: B) Bicycle lane ahead
When is it legal to use the shoulder of a road for passing another vehicle?
A) When the vehicle in front of you is turning right
B) When traffic is moving slowly and there is ample space on the shoulder
C) When there is a bicycle lane on the shoulder
D) When passing emergency vehicles on the shoulder with lights activated
Answer: D) When passing emergency vehicles on the shoulder with lights activated
What should you do if you are approaching a railroad crossing and the crossing gates are down?
A) Drive around the gates if no train is visible
B) Stop and wait until the gates are raised and the lights stop flashing
C) Drive through the crossing quickly before the gates close completely
D) Sound your horn to signal your approach
Answer: B) Stop and wait until the gates are raised and the lights stop flashing
What is the proper procedure for passing another vehicle on a two-lane road?
A) Pass on the right whenever possible
B) Pass on the left when it is safe to do so and return to the right lane when you can see the vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror
C) Pass on the left and maintain your position until reaching the next intersection
D) Pass on either side depending on traffic flow
Answer: B) Pass on the left when it is safe to do so and return to the right lane when you can see the vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror
What does a sign with a picture of a winding road indicate?
A) Construction zone ahead
B) No passing zone
C) Curvy road ahead
D) Roadway ends ahead
Answer: C) Curvy road ahead
When should you use your hazard lights while driving?
A) When changing lanes
B) When driving in fog or heavy rain
C) When driving at night
D) When approaching a stop sign
Answer: B) When driving in fog or heavy rain
What should you do if you are driving and your vehicle’s accelerator pedal becomes stuck?
A) Shift into neutral and apply the brakes
B) Keep driving and hope the problem resolves itself
C) Speed up to try to break free
D) Turn off the ignition
Answer: A) Shift into neutral and apply the brakes
When should you use your headlights while driving in California?
A) During the day when visibility is less than 1,000 feet
B) At night between sunset and sunrise
C) When driving in fog or rain
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
What does a sign with a picture of a bicycle and an arrow indicate?
A) Bicycle lane ends
B) Bicycle lane begins
C) No bicycles allowed
D) Share the road with bicycles
Answer: B) Bicycle lane begins
When should you use your high beam headlights while driving?
A) When driving in fog or heavy rain
B) When driving on well-lit streets
C) When driving in rural areas with no streetlights
D) All of the above
Answer: C) When driving in rural areas with no streetlights
What should you do if you are driving and encounter strong winds?
A) Grip the steering wheel firmly and keep a steady speed
B) Increase your speed to get through the windy area quickly
C) Roll down your windows to equalize pressure inside the vehicle
D) Pull over and wait for the winds to subside
Answer: A) Grip the steering wheel firmly and keep a steady speed
What should you do if you encounter a funeral procession while driving?
A) Pass the procession quickly to avoid getting caught behind it
B) Yield the right-of-way to the procession and do not interrupt its flow
C) Honk your horn to pay respects to the deceased
D) Join the procession to show solidarity
Answer: B) Yield the right-of-way to the procession and do not interrupt its flow
What should you do if you approach a crosswalk and pedestrians are waiting to cross?
A) Stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrians
B) Speed up and clear the crosswalk quickly
C) Honk your horn to signal the pedestrians to hurry
D) Drive around the pedestrians if they are taking too long
Answer: A) Stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrians
When are you allowed to make a U-turn in a residential district?
A) Only at intersections with traffic signals
B) Only on streets with a center left-turn lane
C) When there are no vehicles approaching from either direction within 200 feet
D) When there are no parked vehicles on either side of the road
Answer: C) When there are no vehicles approaching from either direction within 200 feet
What should you do if you approach a railroad crossing with flashing lights and ringing bells?
A) Speed up to clear the crossing quickly
B) Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and the bells stop ringing
C) Slow down and proceed with caution
D) Sound your horn to alert nearby pedestrians
Answer: B) Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and the bells stop ringing
What is the penalty for driving while using a handheld cellphone in California?
A) Fine up to $100
B) Fine up to $250
C) Fine up to $500
D) Fine up to $1000
Answer: C) Fine up to $500
What should you do if you encounter a flashing yellow arrow signal while making a left turn?
A) Stop and wait for the green arrow before proceeding
B) Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then proceed with caution
C) Speed up to clear the intersection quickly
D) Make the left turn without stopping
Answer: B) Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then proceed with caution
What does a sign with a picture of a schoolhouse indicate?
A) School zone ahead
B) Playground ahead
C) School bus stop ahead
D) School crossing patrol ahead
Answer: A) School zone ahead
What should you do if you are driving on a two-lane road and are being passed by another vehicle?
A) Increase your speed to prevent the pass
B) Speed up to get out of the other driver’s way
C) Slow down and move as far to the right as possible
D) Signal the other driver to pass by waving your hand out the window
Answer: C) Slow down and move as far to the right as possible
