diver test 2023 Flashcards
Drivers are now required to change into another__________, when possible, to pass cyclists, building on the current requirement for drivers to give cyclists at least ________of space when passing. The law also permits Class 3 e-bike riders to use approved __________ and ________ ________, and __________. In addition, starting on January 1, 2024, the law allows cyclists to cross an intersection when a _________ is on.
- available lane
2.three feet - bicycle paths, trails, bikeways, bicycle lanes
4.walk sign
Beginning May 2025, your driver’s license or identification (ID) card must be REAL ID compliant if you use it to:
Board an airplane for domestic flights.
Enter military bases.
Enter most federal facilities.
Starting January 1, California law will again require drivers _________ and older to renew their license in person at a DMV office.
70
When you are under 18 years old, your driver’s license will have the word provisional. As a provisional driver, you cannot drive:
Between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. during the first 12 months you have your license.
With passengers under 20 years old, unless your parent or guardian or other California-licensed driver (at least 25 years old) rides with you.
For pay or operate vehicles that require a commercial Class A, B, or C license.
If you move, you must notify DMV of your new address within __________.
ten days.
Hand-to-Hand Steering
Start with your hands at 9 and 3 o’clock or 8 and 4 o’clock.
Do not cross your hands over the middle of the steering wheel.
Keep your hands in these positions, even when making turns.
Hand-Over-Hand Steering
Use this steering wheel method when you turn at low speeds, park, or need to recover from a skid. To use this method:
Start with your hands at 8 and 4 o’clock.
Reach across the steering wheel to grasp the opposite side.
Let go of the steering wheel with your other hand.
Reach across the arm still holding the wheel, grip the wheel, and pull up.
One-Hand Steering
When you are turning while backing up to see where you are going behind you. Place your hand at the 12 o’clock position on the steering wheel.
When you are operating vehicle controls that require you to remove a hand from the steering wheel.
You should signal:
At least 100 feet before you turn.
Before every lane change.
At least five seconds before you change lanes on a freeway.
Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.
Even when you do not see other vehicles around you.
When you are almost through the intersection if you plan to turn shortly after crossing the intersection.
Use your vehicle’s horn to let other drivers know you are there or warn others of a hazard. Use your horn to:
Avoid collisions.
Alert oncoming traffic on narrow mountain roads where you cannot see at least 200 feet ahead.
Dim your high-beam headlights to low beams within ______ of a vehicle coming toward you or within _________ of a vehicle you are following.
500 feet
300 feet
It is illegal to drive using only parking lights. Use your headlights:
When it is too dark to see from 1,000 feet away.
Beginning 30 minutes after sunset.
Until 30 minutes before sunrise.
In adverse weather. If you need to use your windshield wipers due to fog, rain, or snow, you must turn on your low-beam headlights.
When conditions (such as clouds, dust, smoke, or fog) prevent you from seeing other vehicles.
On mountain roads and tunnels (even on sunny days).
When a road sign states that headlights must be on.
To help other drivers see your vehicle, especially when the sun is low on the horizon.
If you can see a collision or hazard ahead, warn drivers behind you using these methods:
Turn on your emergency flashers.
Lightly tap your brake pedal three or four times.
Use a hand signal when slowing and stopping.
If you need to stop because of vehicle trouble:
Turn on your emergency flashers. If your vehicle does not have emergency flashers, use your turn signals.
If possible, pull off the road away from all traffic.
If you cannot get completely off the road, stop where people can see you and your vehicle from behind.
Do not stop just over a hill or just around a curve. Other drivers may not see your vehicle in time to avoid a collision.
Call for emergency roadside assistance and stay in your vehicle until help arrives.
A single solid yellow line marks the center of a road with two-way traffic. _______ a vehicle in front of you if there is_________________and a solid yellow line on ___________________.
Do not pass
only one lane of traffic going your direction
your side of the road
________ double solid yellow lines. Stay to the right of these lines unless you are:
Do not pass over
In a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) carpool lane that has a designated entrance on the left.
Instructed by construction or other signs to drive on the other side of the road because your side is closed or blocked.
Turning left across a single set of double yellow lines to enter or exit a driveway or private road or make a U-turn.
Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart are considered a __________. Do not drive on or over this barrier, make ________, or make a______across it, except at _______
barrier
a left turn
U-turn
designated openings.
Broken Yellow Line
A broken yellow line indicates you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane. Only pass when it is safe.
Single Solid White Line
A single solid white line marks traffic lanes going in the same direction. This includes one-way streets.
Double solid white lines indicate a _________ such as a carpool (HOV) lane. You may also see double solid white lines in or near freeway on and off ramps. Never _______. Wait until you see a ______________.
lane barrier between a regular use and a preferential use lane
change lanes over double solid white lines
single broken white line.
Broken White Lines
Broken white lines separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.
Ending freeway and street lanes are usually marked with large broken lines. If you are driving in a lane marked with broken lines, be prepared to ______________
exit the freeway or for the lane to end. Look for a sign that tells you to exit or merge.
A yield line is a solid white line of triangles that shows ___________-
approaching vehicles where to yield or stop. The triangles point towards approaching vehicles.
Traffic lanes are often referred to by number. The _________ is called the Number 1 Lane. The lane to the right of the Number 1 Lane is called the Number 2 Lane. Then the Number 3 Lane, etc.
left (or fast) lane
Here are some tips for choosing a lane:
Use the _______ to pass or turn left.
Use the ________ to enter or exit traffic.
left lane
right lane
On a multilane road, the passing lane (far left lane) is the lane ______________ and is used to ___________
closest to the center divider
pass other vehicles.
You may only drive for ______feet in the center left turn lane.
200
Some two-lane roads have special turnout areas or lanes. Merge into these areas or lanes to allow ________________.
cars behind you to pass.
You must use a turnout area or lane to let other vehicles pass when you are ________ on a two-lane road, where ________ is unsafe, and there are _______or more vehicles following you.
driving slowly
passing
five
It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane unless you are:
Parking (where permitted).
Entering or leaving the road.
Turning (within 200 feet of an intersection).
Bike lane: Established along streets adjacent to vehicle traffic. Typically marked by a single solid white line that turns into a dash-line near an intersection.
Established along streets adjacent to vehicle traffic. Typically marked by a single solid white line that turns into a dash-line near an intersection.
Buffered bike lane:
Uses chevrons or diagonal markings to provide greater separation from traffic and on-street parking.
Bike route:
Uses bike route signs and shared road markings to designate a preferred route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.
Bicycle boulevard:
Prioritizes bicycle travel on streets shared with vehicle traffic.
Separated bikeway:
Is physically separated from motor vehicle traffic and for exclusive use of bicyclists. They are also known as a cycle track or protected bike lanes. The separation may include flexible posts, grade separation, inflexible barriers, or on-street parking.
Shared roadway bicycle markings:
Alert drivers that bicyclists can occupy the lane and help bicyclists maintain a safe lane position in traffic.
Check your ________ before entering a bike lane.
blind spots
In right turns: Start signaling about _________ before the turn.
100 feet
Look both ways (_______) and turn when it is safe.
left-right-left
Complete your turn in the _________ lane. Do not turn ____ into another lane.
right
wide
You may turn left against a red light when you are ___________________________
turning from a one-way street onto a one-way street.
You may make a U-turn:
Across a double yellow line.
In a residential district if no vehicles are approaching you within 200 feet.
At an intersection on a green traffic light or green arrow, unless a No U-turn sign is posted.
On a divided highway if a center divider opening is provided.
Never make a U-turn:
Where a No U-turn sign is posted.
At or on a railroad crossing.
On a divided highway by crossing a dividing section, curb, strip of land, or two sets of double yellow lines.
When you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in each direction.
On a one-way street.
In front of a fire station. Never use a fire station driveway to turn around.
In business districts (the part of a city or town where most offices and businesses are).
When you enter a highway, you will need to:
Be in the proper lane on the on-ramp.
Be at or near the speed of traffic.
Merge into highway traffic when safe to do so. Do not stop unless absolutely necessary.
Merge into a space large enough for your vehicle to safely join the lane.
Use your mirrors and turn signals.
Turn your head quickly to look over your shoulder before changing lanes or merging into traffic.
Make sure you can stop safely by leaving three seconds of space between you and the vehicle in front of you.
Do not cross over any solid lines when merging. If you need to cross several lanes, signal and cross them one at a time. Check your blind spots for vehicles, motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians each time.
When in the proper lane, signal five seconds (approximately_______________) before you exit.
400 feet
To merge, enter, or exit traffic, you need a space that is:
Half a block on city streets, which is about 150 feet.
A full block on the highway, which is about 300 feet.
A hill, curve, intersection, or road obstruction. To safely pass, the hill or curve should be at least ________________.
one-third of a mile ahead.
Do not pass
If you are approaching a hill or curve and cannot see if other traffic is approaching. This is very dangerous on one and two lane roads.
Within 100 feet of an intersection, bridge, tunnel, railroad crossing, or other hazardous area.
At crossroads and driveways.
Unless you have enough space to return to your lane.
You may pass on the right only when:
An open highway has two or more lanes going in your direction.
The driver ahead of you is turning left and you can safely pass on the right. Never pass on the left if the driver is signaling a left turn.
You are on a one-way street.
parking on a hill
Downhill: ________
Uphill: __________
No Curb: __________
turn the wheels toward the curb.
turn the wheels away from the curb.
turn the wheels toward the should of the road.
On a sloping driveway: __________________________
Headed downhill: ____________________
Headed uphill: _________________________
Headed either uphill or downhill when there is no curb: ___________________
Turn the wheels so the vehicle will not roll into the street, leave the vehicle in gear and set the parking brake.
Turn your front wheels into the curb or right toward the side of the road.
Turn your front wheels away from the curb (left) and let your vehicle roll back a few inches. The wheel should gently touch the curb.
Turn the wheels so the vehicle will roll away from the center of the road if the brakes fail.
Parking at Colored Curbs
White:____________________
Green: ___________________
Yellow: _____________________
Red: ______________________
Blue: ________________________.
Stop only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers.
Park for a limited time. The time limit may be posted on signs or painted on the curb.
Load and unload passengers and freight. Do not stop longer than the time posted. If you drive a noncommercial vehicle, you are usually required to stay with your vehicle.
No stopping, standing, or parking.
Parking for a disabled person or someone driving a disabled person with a special placard or special license plate
Maximize your fuel efficiency while helping to lower emissions by following these practices:
Speed up and slow down smoothly. Drive at a steady speed.
Regularly inflate your tires, get oil changes, and check filters.
Get rid of extra weight in your vehicle.
Diamond-shaped Sign
___________________________
White Rectangular Sign
_______________________
Warning Signs
_____________________
Warns you of specific road conditions and dangers ahead.
Communicates many important rules you must obey.
When a blind person pulls in their cane and steps away from the intersection, this gesture usually means___________
you may go.
If two vehicles meet on a steep narrow road and neither vehicle can pass, the vehicle facing ________________. The vehicle facing downhill has more control when backing up the hill. The vehicle facing downhill ______________________.
uphill has the right-of-way.
should back up until the vehicle going uphill can pass.
The average passenger vehicle traveling at 55 mph can stop within _____________. A large vehicle traveling at the same speed can take up to __________to stop.
300 feet
400 feet
When a bus, streetcar, or trolley is stopped at a safety zone or traffic light, you may pass at no more than ___________
10 mph.
It is against the law to follow within ________________ of any fire engine, law enforcement vehicle, ambulance, or other emergency vehicle when their siren or flashing lights are on.
300 feet
When you cannot change lanes to pass a bicyclist, allow at least __________between your vehicle and the bicyclist
three feet
Enter a bike lane no more than__________before starting a turn.
200 feet
Fines for traffic violations in a work zone can be_______________. Anyone convicted of assaulting a highway worker faces fines of up to _________ and ____________
$1,000 or more
$2,000
imprisonment for up to one year.
When another driver is close behind you and wishes to drive faster, move to the ___________ If you choose to drive slower than other traffic, drive in the ____________
right.
right lane
The speed limit is___________ within _______________ of a school while children are outside or crossing the street. Some school zones may have speed limits as low as _________
25 mph
500 feet
15 mph.
If your view is blocked, move slowly forward until you can see. The speed limit for a blind intersection is ___________.
15 mph
The speed limit in an alley is __________.
15 mph
The speed limit is ___________ within ___________of a railroad crossing and you cannot see the tracks for ________in both directions. You may drive faster than __________if the crossing is controlled by gates, a warning signal, or a flagman
15 mph
100 feet
400 feet
15 mph
The speed limit is__________, unless otherwise posted.
25 mph
Not dump or abandon animals on a highway. This crime is punishable by _____________ , ____________ or _______.
a fine of up to $1,000,
six months in jail,
both
If you received notification that a proposed action is being taken against your driving privilege, you must request a hearing within _________ of being served or _________ from the date the notice is mailed
10 days
14 days
To give yourself time to react, avoid last minute moves and hazards, always keep your eyes moving and scan the road at least _________ ahead of your vehicle.
10 seconds
To prevent skidding on slippery surfaces:
Slow down as you approach intersections and curves. For sharp curves, slow down as you approach and move through.
Avoid fast turns and quick stops.
Shift to low gear before going down a steep hill.
Avoid areas like ice patches, wet leaves, oil, or standing water.
If you start to skid, follow these steps:
Slowly remove your foot from the accelerator
Do not use the brakes.
Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Try to get a wheel on dry pavement.
Wet road: Reduce your speed by ___ to ______mph.
Packed snow: Reduce your speed by _______
Ice: Reduce your speed to no more than_______.
5 to 10
half.
5 mph
