CA Drivers License test Flashcards
Under what circumstances is it REQUIRED that you pull over to the side of the road and allow faster cars to pass you?
a. When driving slowly on a two-lane road, with at least 5 vehicles behind you without a way to safely pass you
b. When hauling a large trailer or camper whose weight is causing you to impede the reasonable flow of traffic
a. When driving slowly on a two-lane road, with at least 5 vehicles behind you without a way to safely pass you
What is the speed limit around a school that has children moving about outside?
a. 25 MPH
b. 35 MPH
a. 25 MPH
You’re traveling at 55 MPH on the highway, and you need to brake very suddenly. About how long will it take your car to come to a complete stop?
a. 200 feet
b. 400 feet
b. 400 feet
How many teen drivers are convicted of a traffic offense within their first year on the roads?
a. 25%
b. 50%
b. 50%
At a “T” intersection without a posted traffic sign or light, who has the right of way?
a. Whomever reaches the intersection first.
b. The traffic/pedestrians on the through road
c. The traffic/pedestrians on the right-hand side, if you reach the intersection at the same time
b. The traffic/pedestrians on the through road
According to California’s “Basic Speed Law”:
a. You must always match the rate of speed of traffic around you, so as not to unsafely impede traffic
b. Regardless of posted speed limit, you may never drive faster than the current weather or road conditions safely allow.
c. You should always drive within 5 MPH of the posted speed limit (above or below)
d. All speed limits on state routes and highways have a base line of 45 MPH—no lower
b. Regardless of posted speed limit, you may never drive faster than the current weather or road conditions safely allow.
TRUE or FALSE: Talking on your cell phone or texting while driving is permitted only when traffic is at a standstill.
a. True
b. False
b. False
What is the speed limit on California highways?
a. 60
b. 65
c. 70
b. 65
In what direction does a roundabout travel?
a. clockwise
b. counter-clockwise
b. counter-clockwise
How far before turning should you use your turn signal?
a. 50 feet
b. 100 feet
c. 200 feet
b. 100 feet
When parking next to a curb, how far should your wheels be from that curb?
a. Within 6 inches
b. Within 1 foot
c. Within 18 inches
d. Within 2 feet
c. Within 18 inches
How much farther ahead should you scan the road for potential dangers?
a. 4 to 6 seconds
b. 6 to 10 seconds
c. 10 to 15 seconds
d. 15 to 30 seconds
c. 10 to 15 seconds
How much room do you minimally need to safely pass another vehicle?
a. 500 feet
b. 1/4 mile
c. 1/3 mile
d. Half a mile
c. 1/3 mile
At what position is it recommend that you place your hands on the steering wheel?
a. 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock
b. 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock
a. 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock
If all lights are out at an intersection, what should you do?
a. Treat it as a four-way stop
b. Right of way should proceed in a clockwise fashion
a. Treat it as a four-way stop
You’re driving on a single-lane mountain road with no room to pass, and an oncoming vehicle approaches. Who has the right of way?
a. The vehicle facing uphill
b. The vehicle facing downhill
a. The vehicle facing uphill
How fast can you drive on residential streets in California?
a. 15 MPH
b. 25 MPH
b. 25 MPH
How often should you glance at your rear-view mirrors while driving?
a. As a vehicle comes within full view of your mirror(s)
b. Every 2 to 5 seconds
b. Every 2 to 5 seconds
When driving on a wet road, how should you adjust your speed?
a. Drive 5 to 10 MPH slower.
b. Keep your speed the same and increase your reaction awareness
a. Drive 5 to 10 MPH slower.
What is a traffic break?
a. A tactic used by law enforcement to stop traffic in the event of an emergency or road hazard
b. A gap in the center median that allows you to make a U-turn
a. A tactic used by law enforcement to stop traffic in the event of an emergency or road hazard
25: When parallel parking, you should choose a parking space that is at least _____ longer than your own car’s length.
a. 1 foot
b. 2 feet
c. 3 feet
c. 3 feet
It is illegal to leave any child who is _________ or younger alone in a car without supervision.
a. 4 yrs old
b. 6 yrs old
c. 8 yrs old
b. 6 yrs old
There are 2 sets of yellow, solid double lines spaced at least 2 feet apart in the middle of the road. These are considered:
a. A turning lane—you may enter only to turn left
b. An HOV lane—only enter with the proper number of passengers in your vehicle
c. A barrier—you may not enter for any reason
c. A barrier—you may not enter for any reason
When turning left from a center turn lane, you may only drive for ______ within that center lane before making your turn.
a. 50 feet
b. 100 feet
c. 200 feet
c. 200 feet
If you’re sharing a lane with a bicycle, how much space should you give them?
a. 3 feet
b. 5 feet
a. 3 feet
When you approach a set of “yield lines” on the road, what must you do?
a. Begin slowing once you reach the yield lines and come to a stop before the beginning of the intersection
b. Use the yield lines as a warning that traffic may be crossing, but continue without stopping if the road is clear
c. Come to a complete yield or stop before crossing the lines
c. Come to a complete yield or stop before crossing the lines
TRUE or FALSE: When coming up to a flashing yellow light, you should continue driving at the same rate of speed; other traffic must yield right of way to you.
a. true
b. false
b. false
TRUE or FALSE: You may not pass another driver within 100 feet of an intersection.
a. true
b. false
a. true
You are allowed to make a left-hand turn at a red light ONLY if:
a. You are turning from a one-way street to another left-moving one-way street, and there isn’t a “NO TURN ON RED” sign present
b. Traffic is completely clear in all other directions, and you come to a full stop at the light before proceeding
c. You’re at a T-intersection turning from the through street onto the cross street, and there is no oncoming traffic
a. You are turning from a one-way street to another left-moving one-way street, and there isn’t a “NO TURN ON RED” sign present
At what speed can your tires begin to hydroplane on slippery roads in heavy rain?
a. 30 mph
b. 40 mph
c. 50 mph
c. 50 mph
If you are involved in a collision with another driver that involves an injury, you must report the incident to the DMV within:
a. 24 hours
b. 5 days
c. 10 days
c. 10 days
TRUE or FALSE: Sharing a lane with a motorcycle, known as “lane splitting,” is illegal in California.
a. true
b. false
b. false
TRUE or FALSE: You are permitted to smoke in your vehicle, even if a minor/child is with you.
a. true
b. false
b. false
If you approach a stopped emergency vehicle or tow truck that is on the side of the road you should:
a. Continue driving as you were so as not to impede traffic behind you
b. Slow down and, if possible and safe, move over a lane
c. Cross as far to the other side of the road as you can, as quickly as possible
b. Slow down and, if possible and safe, move over a lane
When are you legally allowed to block an intersection?
a. If you’re stuck behind a cluster of cars as the traffic light changes
b. Only during posted hours, typically rush hour(s)
c. Under no circumstances whatsoever
c. Under no circumstances whatsoever
When are you permitted to pass another driver on the right-hand side?
a. If you’re on an open highway with at least 2 lanes driving in the same direction, or a driver in front of you is turning left and you have an open lane to your right.
b. never
a. If you’re on an open highway with at least 2 lanes driving in the same direction, or a driver in front of you is turning left and you have an open lane to your right.
When coming up to a railroad crossing with signals flashing and/or ringing, how far back must you stop?
a. 10 feet
b. 15 feet
c. 20 feet
b. 15 feet
If you are passing a bus, trolley, or streetcar stopped at an intersection controlled by a traffic light, you must reduce your speed to no faster than:
a. 10 mph
b. 15 mph
c. 20 mph
a. 10 mph
When driving in foggy conditions, what headlights should you use?
a. Low beams
b. High beams
c. Running lights
a. Low beams
Among other scenarios, a U-turn is considered illegal if you cannot see at least _____ in both directions before turning.
a. 50 feet
b. 100 feet
c. 200 feet
c. 200 feet
As the driver, you can incur a traffic violation if any passenger under ____ years old is caught riding without a seatbelt in your car.
a. 14
b. 16
c. 18
b. 16
Are you allowed to drive in a bike lane?
a. No—vehicles are never allowed to cross into the bike lane
b. Yes, but only when you’re within 200 feet of making a right-hand turn
b. Yes, but only when you’re within 200 feet of making a right-hand turn
What does a yellow-painted curb indicate?
a. No parking or stopping of any kind
b. Loading/unloading zone
b. Loading/unloading zone
Before exiting the freeway, for how long should you signal before you reach the exit?
a. 5 seconds
b. 10 seconds
c. 15 seconds
a. 5 seconds
TRUE or FALSE: You’re on single-lane road, and you see a bicyclist ahead in your lane to the right. There is also a vehicle approaching from the opposite direction. In this scenario, it’s safe to drive between the bicycle and the oncoming vehicle as long as you reduce your speed and carefully judge your distance.
a. true
b. false
b. false
