Dmv Permit Flashcards

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1
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You may drive a bike lane
A: no more than 200 feet before making a right turn

B. If you drive slower than 15 mph

C. Whenever bicyclists are not present

A

A. No more than 200 feet before making a right turn

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  1. California’s “basic speed law” says you must

A. Always drive at the posted speed limit

B. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions

C. Keep your speed close to that of other traffic

A

B. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions

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  1. Driving under the influence of any medication which impairs your driving is permitted

A. If it is prescribed by physician

B. If you don’t feel drowsy

C. Under no circumstances

A

C. Under no circumstances

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  1. For which of the following traffic lights must you always stop your Vehicle:

A. Solid red light, flashing red lights and yellow lights

B. Solid red lights, flashing red lights and blacked out traffic signals

C. Solid red lights, red arrows and flashing yellow light

A

B. Solid red light, flashing red lights and blacked out traffic signals

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  1. You are driving on a city street and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do?

A. Drive to the right edge of the road and slow down

B. Drive to the right edge of the road and stop

C. Stay in your lane, slow down, and let it pass

A

B. Drive to the right edge of the road and stop

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  1. tailgating other drivers (driving too close to their rear bumper)

A. Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry

B. Cannot result in traffic violation

C. Reduces collision by preventing from being cut off

A

A. Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry.

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  1. You must notify the DMV within five days if you:

A. Paint your vehicle of a different color

B. Sell or transfer your vehicle

C. Are cited for a traffic violation

A

B. Sell or transfer your vehicle

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  1. Drivers are required to obey instructions from

A. Other drivers who’s vehicles are broken down on the roadway

B. Flaggers (signal Persons) at construction sites

C. Security guards patrolling parking lots

A

B. Flaggers (signal persons) at construction sites

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  1. It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is_________ or higher
A

0.08% – eight hundredths of one percent

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  1. when driving on a multi lane street with two way traffic:

A. You should drive ahead or behind another vehicle

B. It is safest to drive in the lane next to the center line

C. Drive alongside the other vehicles with the drivers can see you

A

A. You should drive ahead or behind the other vehicles

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  1. A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles

A. Next to the broken line may pass

B. In both directions may pass

C. Next to the solid line may pass

A

A. Next to the broken line may pass

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  1. You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There are no injuries and very little vehicle damage, you should

A. Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane if possible

B. Not move your vehicle for any reason

C. Leave your vehicle in the traffic lane until law enforcement arrive

A

A. Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane if possible

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  1. A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means
A

Slow down and be alert at the upcoming inter section

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  1. You want to park uphill on a 2 Way Rd. and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?
A

Right towards the side of the road

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  1. Smoking inside a vehicle when a person younger than 18 years of age is present
A

Is it illegal at all times

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  1. If you are riding in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and also a separate shoulder belt, you are …
A

Required to use both the lab and shoulder belt

17
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  1. What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle?
A

If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react

18
Q
  1. If your cell phone rings while you’re driving and you do not have a hands-free device you should…
A

Let the call go to voicemail

19
Q
  1. you must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog …
A

At all times

20
Q
  1. To turn left from a one-way street with multiple lanes onto a 2 Way Street, start the turn in..
A

The far left lane

21
Q
  1. They yellow sign means:

( a car with swerves on the road)

A

The road ahead maybe slippery

22
Q
  1. Blocking an intersection during rush hour traffic is not permitted
A

Under any circumstances, even if your light is green

23
Q
  1. You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck, you should drive…
A

Farther behind the truck then for a passenger vehicle

24
Q
  1. Wow all the following are dangerous to do while driving, which is also illegal
A

Listening to music through a set of dual headphones

25
Q
  1. Backing your vehicle is…
A

Always dangerous to do

26
Q
  1. You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as a driver on your left. Who has the right of way:
A

You have the right-of-way

27
Q
  1. If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, you should
A

Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing

28
Q
  1. To make a right turn at the corner, you:
A

Must merge into the bicycle lane before turning

29
Q
  1. A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means…
A

Stop before entering

30
Q
  1. Always use your seatbelt..
A

When the vehicle is equipped with seatbelts

31
Q
  1. You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. You should…
A

Make room for the merging traffic, if possible

32
Q
  1. When you drive through a construction zone you should…
A

Pass the construction zone carefully and not “rubberneck”

33
Q
  1. To see vehicles in your blind spot you should check:
A

Over your shoulders

34
Q
  1. A freeway on ramp is marked with this white sign. Which of the following vehicles may use this lane (diamond lane)
A

A convertible with an adult and two children

3 people or more

35
Q
  1. If a traffic signal light is not working you must…
A

Stop then proceed when safe

36
Q
  1. When parking next to a curb, you should use your turn signals…
A

When pulling next two or away from the curb