Driver's Test Flashcards
You are driving on a freeway but do not see a speed limit sign. How fast are you allowed to go?
[] 55 mph
[] 65 mph
[_] 70 mph
You are driving on a freeway but do not see a speed limit sign. How fast are you allowed to go?
[X] 65 mph (unless posted otherwise)
You are merging onto a freeway. You should:
[] stop until there is a space big enough to merger into
[] hold your speed 5- to 10-mph below traffic and honk to merge
[_] accelerate to the same speed as the traffic and merge in smoothly
You are merging onto a freeway. You should:
[X] accelerate to the same speed as the traffic and merge in smoothly
You are driving on a 2-lane road with traffic going both directions when you see a school bus ahead with yellow light flashing. You should:
[] slow and prepare to stop
[] speed up and go around as quickly as possible
[_] pass on the right carefully
You are driving on a 2-lane road with traffic going both directions when you see a school bus ahead with yellow light flashing. You should:
[X] slow and prepare to stop
If you are riding a bicycle at night on a road or sidewalk it must have:
[] A flag on a long antenna
[] A red reflector or a red light with a red reflector
[_] A rearview mirror
If you are riding a bicycle at night on a road or sidewalk it must have:
[X] A red reflector or a red light with a red reflector
If you are travelling slower than traffic on a 2-lane roadway you must pull over to let other cars pass if there are
[] More than two cars following you
[] Seven or more cars following you
[_] Five or more cars following you
If you are travelling slower than traffic on a 2-lane roadway you must pull over to let other cars pass if there are
[X] Five or more cars following you
Anyone who has been exonerated of a crime and released from prison must be issued a Driver’s License free of charge if
[] They were released within the last six months
[] They were released within the last eight months
[_] They were released within the last year
Anyone who has been exonerated of a crime and released from prison must be issued a Driver’s License free of charge if
[X] They were released within the last six months
If you want to ride an electric bicycle that with a maximum speed of 28 mph, you must
[] Be at least 16-years old and wear a helmet
[] Be at least 14-years old and wear a helmet
[_] Wear a helmet regardless of your age
If you want to ride an electric bicycle that with a maximum speed of 28 mph, you must
[X] Be at least 16-years old and wear a helmet
Can passengers of pedicab who are 21 or older consume alcoholic beverages in the pedicab if it is properly equipped?
[] Yes
[] No
Can passengers of pedicab who are 21 or older consume alcoholic beverages in the pedicab if it is properly equipped?
[X] Yes
To get a Driver’s License in California, must you submit proof of residency?
[] Yes
[] No
To get a Driver’s License in California, must you submit proof of residency?
[X] Yes
If you move to California, you establish residency when you
[] Register to vote in California
[] Pay resident tuition to a California college
[] File for a home owner’s California property tax exemption
[] Any of the above
If you move to California, you establish residency when you
[] Register to vote in California
[] Pay resident tuition to a California college
[_] File for a home owner’s California property tax exemption
[X] Any of the above
If you are over 18-years of age and have a California Learner’s permit, you may drive a car if you
[] Are accompanied by another adult
[] Accompanied by a person with a California Driver’s License over the age of 21
[_] Accompanied by a person with a California Driver’s License over the age of 18
If you are over 18-years of age and have a California Learner’s permit, you may drive a car if you
[X] Accompanied by a person with a California Driver’s License over the age of 18
A “regular” driver’s license is a
[] Class A license
[] Class B license
[_] Class C license
A “regular” driver’s license is a
[X] Class C license
If you want to drive a 2-axle vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or less, you must have a
[] Class A license
[] Class B License
[_] Class C license
If you want to drive a 2-axle vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or less, you must have a
[X] Class C license
If you want to drive a 3-axle vehicle with a gross vehicle weighing 6,000 pounds or less, you must have a
[] Class A license
[] Class B License
[_] Class C license
If you want to drive a 3-axle vehicle with a gross vehicle weighing 6,000 pounds or less, you must have a
[X] Class C license
If you want to drive a housecar (motorhome) 40-feet long or less, you must have a
[] Class A license
[] Class B License
[_] Class C license
If you want to drive a housecar (motorhome) 40-feet long or less, you must have a
[X] Class C license
If you want to drive a 3-wheel motorcycle, with 2-wheels in the front or rear, you must have a
[] Class A license
[] Class B License
[_] Class C license
If you want to drive a 3-wheel motorcycle, with 2-wheels in the front or rear, you must have a
[X] Class C license
If you want to drive a 2-axle vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or less, you must have a
[] Class A license
[] Class B License
[_] Class C license
If you want to drive a 2-axle vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or less, you must have a
[X] Class C license
If you have a Class C Driver’s License, you may
[] Tow a single vehicle with a GVRW of 15,000 pounds or less
[] Tow a single vehicle with a GVRW of 20,000 pounds or less
[_] Tow a single vehicle with a GVRW of 10,000 pounds or less
If you have a Class C Driver’s License, you may
[X] Tow a single vehicle with a GVRW of 15,000 pounds or less
If you have a Class C Driver’s License and are driving a vehicle that weighs 4,000 pounds or more, you may
[] Tow a trailer coach or 5th wheel travel trailer under 10,000 pounds
[] Tow a 5th wheel travel trailer between 10,000-15,000 pounds GVWR
[_] All of the above
If you have a Class C Driver’s License and are driving a vehicle that weighs 4,000 pounds or more, you may
[] Tow a trailer coach or 5th wheel travel trailer under 10,000 pounds
[] Tow a 5th wheel travel trailer between 10,000-15,000 pounds GVWR
[X] All of the above
You have a regular Class C driver’s license like almost everyone else. You may tow
[] 1 vehicle or trailer
[] 2 vehicles
[_] 3 vehicles
You have a regular Class C driver’s license like almost everyone else. You may tow
[X] 1 vehicle or trailer
You are driving a passenger vehicle. Regardless of its weight or your class of license, you may tow
[] 1 vehicle
[] 2 vehicles
[_] 3 vehicles
You are driving a passenger vehicle. Regardless of its weight or your class of license, you may tow
[X] 1 vehicle
Regardless of your class of license, if the vehicle you are driving is under 4,000 lbs unladen, you may not tow any vehicle weighing more than
[] 2,000 lbs
[] 4,000 lbs
[_] 6,000 lbs
Regardless of your class of license, if the vehicle you are driving is under 4,000 lbs unladen, you may not tow any vehicle weighing more than
[X] 6,000 lbs
If you want to drive a motorcycle, you must have a
[] Class C license
[] Class M license
[_] Class Z license
If you want to drive a motorcycle, you must have a
[X] Class M license
If you are driving a vehicle on a roadway you must
[] have your driver’s license in your possession
[] present your driver’s license to any peace officer who asks to see it
[_] all of the above
If you are driving a vehicle on a roadway you must
[X] present your driver’s license to any peace officer who asks to see it
If you permanently move, you must
[] give DMV your new address within 10 days
[] give DMV your new address when you renew your license
[_] give DMV your new address within 30 days
If you permanently move, you must
[X] give DMV your new address within 10 days
Your driver’s license will expire on your birthday in the year shown on it. DMV will mail you a renewal notice about 2 months before it expires. You may
[] renew online if allowed
[] renew by mail if allowed
[] renew in person at any DMV office
[] all of the above
Your driver’s license will expire on your birthday in the year shown on it. DMV will mail you a renewal notice about 2 months before it expires. You may
[] renew online if allowed
[] renew by mail if allowed
[_] renew in person at any DMV office
[X] all of the above
It is getting near renewal time for your license and you have not received a renewal notice. You should
[] check online to see if you are eligible to renew that way
[] call DMV to see if you are eligible to renew by phone
[_] either of the above
It is getting near renewal time for your license and you have not received a renewal notice. You should
[] check online to see if you are eligible to renew that way
[] call DMV to see if you are eligible to renew by phone
[X] either of the above
Your license will expire next week, but you have not received a renewal notice. It is OK to drive using your expired license
[] until your renewal notice shows up
[] for 90 days after your birthday
[_] never
Your license will expire next week, but you have not received a renewal notice. It is OK to drive using your expired license
[X] never
You renewed your driver’s license online or by phone, but you did not receive a new license and your birthday has passed. You may
[] drive as you normally would because your licensed was renewed
[] drive only during the daylight hours until you receive a notice or new license
[_] not drive until a notice or new license arrives
You renewed your driver’s license online or by phone, but you did not receive a new license and your birthday has passed. You may
[X] drive as you normally would because your licensed was renewed
You may be eligible to renew (extend) your driver’s license by mail, internet, or telephone if
[] you have not already had 2 consecutive 5-yr extensions
[] your current driver’s license expires before your 70th birthday
[] you do not have more than 1 point in total violations
[] all of the above
You may be eligible to renew (extend) your driver’s license by mail, internet, or telephone if
[] you have not already had 2 consecutive 5-yr extensions
[] your current driver’s license expires before your 70th birthday
[_] you do not have more than 1 point in total violations
[X] all of the above
If will be outside of California when your driver’s license expires, you may get a free 1 year extension provided
[] you request it by mail before your license expires
[] you are not a limited-term driver
[_] both of the above
If will be outside of California when your driver’s license expires, you may get a free 1 year extension provided
[] you request it by mail before your license expires
[] you are not a limited-term driver
[X] both of the above
You close friend wrecked their car and had their license suspended. They asked to borrow your car just for a quick errand, but got stopped by a Peace Officer on the way. What could happen?
[] Your car could be impounded for 30-days and you would have to pay the fees or lose your car
[] You could be cited and have to go to court and pay a fine
[_] both of the above
You close friend wrecked their car and had their license suspended. They asked to borrow your car just for a quick errand, but got stopped by a Peace Officer on the way. What could happen?
[] Your car could be impounded for 30-days and you would have to pay the fees or lose your car
[] You could be cited and have to go to court and pay a fine
[X] both of the above
You close friend wrecked their car and had their license suspended. They asked to borrow your car just for a quick errand. You
[] should say NO
[] could be cited and fined for letting them drive your car
[] could lose your car for 30-days and have to pay impound fees to get it back
[] all of the above
You close friend wrecked their car and had their license suspended. They asked to borrow your car just for a quick errand. You
[] should say NO
[] could be cited and fined for letting them drive your car
[_] could lose your car for 30-days and have to pay impound fees to get it back
[X] all of the above
You are driving a new car with built-in GPS navigation tech and need directions. You should
[] pull off the side of the road and stop before entering data into the GPS
[] slow down and enter data into the GPS in brief glances
[_] enter the data into the GPS as quickly as possible to avoid a collision
You are driving a new car with built-in GPS navigation tech and need directions. You should
[X] pull off the side of the road and stop before entering data into the GPS
Any time you are in any vehicle that has seat belts or should straps (regardless of when the vehicle was made) you should
[] use them if the vehicle is moving
[] use them if the vehicle is going to be moving
[_] use them if the vehicle will be moving faster than 5 mph
Any time you are in any vehicle that has seat belts or should straps (regardless of when the vehicle was made) you should
[X] use them if the vehicle is going to be moving
Air bags are a great safety feature in newer cars. To stay safe in cars with air bags you should sit at least
[] 10 inches away from the steering wheel or dashboard
[] 15 inches away from the steering wheel or dashboard
[_] 24 inches away from the steering wheel or dashboard
Air bags are a great safety feature in newer cars. To stay safe in cars with air bags you should sit at least
[X] 10 inches away from the steering wheel or dashboard
You may leave a child under 6 years old alone in a car if
[] it is cool outside
[] you will only be gone for a minute
[_] never
You may leave a child under 6 years old alone in a car if
[X] never
You may leave a child under 6 years old in a car if there is another person with them who is at least
[] 6 years old
[] 12 years old
[_] 18 years old
You may leave a child under 6 years old in a car if there is another person with them who is at least
[X] 12 years old
Can a child who is less than 1 year old, weighs less than 20 lbs, and is in a rear-facing child passenger restraint system ride in the front seat of a car that also has a back seat?
[] Yes
[] No
Can a child who is less than 1 year old, weighs less than 20 lbs, and is in a rear-facing child passenger restraint system ride in the front seat of a car that also has a back seat?
[X] No
Which of these are driver distractions?
[] eyes off the road
[] mind off the road
[] hands off the wheel
[] all of the above
Which of these are driver distractions?
[] eyes off the road
[] mind off the road
[_] hands off the wheel
[X] all of the above
When a driver is not watching the road, they are,
[] checking their speed
[] checking an engine warning light
[] distracted – and dangerous
[] all of the above
When a driver is not watching the road, they are,
[X] distracted – and dangerous
When a driver is engaged in conversation with a passenger, they are
[] being polite
[] engaging the passenger to help keep everyone safe
[_] distracted – and dangerous
When a driver is engaged in conversation with a passenger, they are
[X] distracted – and dangerous
When a driver’s hands are flying about in conversation, stuck outside the window, or reaching for a drink, they are
[] probably OK if one hand is still on the wheel
[] probably OK if the car is going straight
[] speaking Italian
[] distracted – and dangerous
When a driver’s hands are flying about in conversation, stuck outside the window, or reaching for a drink, they are
[X] distracted – and dangerous
It is OK to text while you are driving as long as you
[] can do it without looking at your device very much
[] glance frequently at the road
[_] never
It is OK to text while you are driving as long as you
[X] never
If you see another driver eating while they are driving, you should
[] honk (sound your horn) to get their attention
[] flash your lights at them
[_] give them extra room
If you see another driver eating while they are driving, you should
[X] give them extra room
If you see another driver who is obviously not watching the roadway, you should
[] give them extra room
[] pull up next to them, honk, roll down your window and tell them to watch the road
[_] get in front of them and tap your brakes to get their attention
If you see another driver who is obviously not watching the roadway, you should
[X] give them extra room
You see another driver near you applying makeup using the rearview mirror, you should
[] honk your horn several times
[] give them extra room
[_] change lanes immediately
You see another driver near you applying makeup using the rearview mirror, you should
[X] give them extra room
You want to give another driver extra room while driving on the freeway, you should
[] changes lanes if it is safe to do so
[] lift your foot off the accelerator (gas) to slow a bit and let them pull away
[_] both of the above
You want to give another driver extra room while driving on the freeway, you should
[] changes lanes if it is safe to do so
[] lift your foot off the accelerator (gas) to slow a bit and let them pull away
[X] both of the above
You are driving on a 2-lane roadway with traffic going both directions and approaching another car in your lane quickly, you should
[] take your foot off the gas and prepare to stop
[] slam on your brakes
[_] flash your headlights
You are driving on a 2-lane roadway with traffic going both directions and approaching another car in your lane quickly, you should
[X] take your foot off the gas and prepare to stop
You are driving on a through road and see a car approaching from a side street that looks like it is going to pull out in front of you, you should
[] slow and sound your horn to avoid a collision
[] speed up and flash your lights to avoid a collision
[_] swerve into another lane to avoid a collision
You are driving on a through road and see a car approaching from a side street that looks like it is going to pull out in front of you, you should
[X] slow and sound your horn to avoid a collision
There is a pedestrian crossing the street in a crosswalk ahead of you, you should
[] drive slowly and carefully around them
[] honk your horn to let them know you are there
[_] stop and let them cross before proceeding
There is a pedestrian crossing the street in a crosswalk ahead of you, you should
[X] stop and let them cross before proceeding
You are approaching a crosswalk with a pedestrian using it, who has the right of way?
[] the pedestrian
[] you
[_] whoever can cross the intersection first
You are approaching a crosswalk with a pedestrian using it, who has the right of way?
[X] the pedestrian
There is a pedestrian crossing the street in front of you between intersections. They are not in a crosswalk, you should
[] slow down and let them finish crossing
[] maintain your safe speed
[_] honk your horn to warn them
There is a pedestrian crossing the street in front of you between intersections. They are not in a crosswalk, you should
[X] slow down and let them finish crossing
A bicyclist is riding erratically ahead of you, swerving in and out of cars, you should
[] ignore them and maintain your safe speed
[] slow and give them extra room
[_] honk to avoid a collision
A bicyclist is riding erratically ahead of you, swerving in and out of cars, you should
[X] slow and give them extra room
There is a pedestrian walking on the sidewalk you are about to cross pulling into a driveway, you should
[] yield and wait for the pedestrian to cross the driveway
[] tap your horn to let them know you are there
[_] go ahead and cross the sidewalk
There is a pedestrian walking on the sidewalk you are about to cross pulling into a driveway, you should
[X] yield and wait for the pedestrian to cross the driveway
There is a car stopped ahead of you on a 2-lane road with traffic going both ways, you should
[] go around the car on the right by driving on the sidewalk
[] change lanes and go around on the left
[_] wait for them to move then proceed
There is a car stopped ahead of you on a 2-lane road with traffic going both ways, you should
[X] wait for them to move then proceed
Young children, older people, and disabled people usually take
[] longer to cross a street
[] help crossing the street
[_] just as long as everyone else crossing the street
Young children, older people, and disabled people usually take
[X] longer to cross a street
When stopping at a crosswalk try to stop
[] far enough away not to get in the way of any pedestrians
[] within 5 feet of the crosswalk so blind pedestrians can hear your car
[_] a couple of car lengths away to give extra room for safety
When stopping at a crosswalk try to stop
[X] within 5 feet of the crosswalk so blind pedestrians can hear your car
You are approaching a mid-block crosswalk when you see a pedestrian waiting to cross, you should
[] honk for them to back away from the curb
[] slow to a crawl until they are out of your way
[_] stop and yield until they have crossed
You are approaching a mid-block crosswalk when you see a pedestrian waiting to cross, you should
[X] stop and yield until they have crossed
Yield means
[] to let someone else go before you or around you
[] to go before someone gets in the way
[_] to stop
Yield means
[X] to let someone else go before you or around you
Right of Way means
[] the opposite of left of way
[] right to proceed or go past
[_] stop
Right of Way means
[X] right to proceed or go past
When you yield the right of way you
[] cross traffic
[] turn
[_] allow others to go before you
When you yield the right of way you
[X] allow others to go before you
You are driving to Tahoe house and come to one of the roundabouts, you should
[] slow down as you approach and yield to pedestrians and cyclists crossing the roadway and anyone already in the roundabout close enough to be a danger
[] enter as quickly as possible without slowing
[_] stop before entering even if no one is in the roundabout or nearby
You are driving to Tahoe house and come to one of the roundabouts, you should
[X] slow down as you approach and yield to pedestrians and cyclists crossing the roadway and anyone already in the roundabout close enough to be a danger
You are driving downhill on a 1-lane mountain road, another car approaches going uphill, you should
[] stop your car and ask the other driver to backup downhill
[] yield the right of way and backup your car until the other car can get by
[_] honk at each other until someone gives up and gets out of the way
You are driving downhill on a 1-lane mountain road, another car approaches going uphill, you should
[X] yield the right of way and backup your car until the other car can get by
You are at a roundabout and have yielded the right of way, you should
[] wait until oncoming traffic stops to let you in
[] enter quickly before someone gets in your way
[_] enter when there is a big enough gap in traffic to merge safely
You are at a roundabout and have yielded the right of way, you should
[X] enter when there is a big enough gap in traffic to merge safely
In a roundabout the traffic always moves in a
[] clockwise direction to the left
[] counterclockwise direction to the right
In a roundabout the traffic always moves in a
[X] counterclockwise direction to the right
When you are in a roundabout you should
[] signal when you change lanes or are about to exit
[] drive quickly
[_] stop if you get confused
When you are in a roundabout you should
[X] signal when you change lanes or are about to exit
You are driving in a roundabout and you miss your exit, you should
[] backup to your exit and pull out
[] continue around until you come to your exit again
[_] honk several times then cut across any markings or barriers to exit
You are driving in a roundabout and you miss your exit, you should
[X] continue around until you come to your exit again
You are driving on a multi-lane roadway and come to a multi-lane roundabout. If you want to continue straight ahead, you should
[] go straight through the intersection, choose either lane, and exit in the lane you entered
[] enter when it’s safe using the left lane, go around once, change to the right lane and exit
[_] just go straight through and ignore everyone else
You are driving on a multi-lane roadway and come to a multi-lane roundabout. If you want to continue straight ahead, you should
[X] go straight through the intersection, choose either lane, and exit in the lane you entered
You are driving on a multi-lane roadway and come to a multi-lane roundabout. If you want to turn right, you should
[] go straight through the intersection, choose either lane, and exit in the lane you entered
[] enter when it’s safe using the left lane, go around once, change to the right lane and exit
[_] choose the right-hand lane and exit in the right-hand lane
You are driving on a multi-lane roadway and come to a multi-lane roundabout. If you want to turn right, you should
[X] choose the right-hand lane and exit in the right-hand lane
You are driving on a multi-lane roadway and come to a multi-lane roundabout. If you want to turn left, you should
[] go straight through the intersection, choose either lane, and exit in the lane you entered
[] choose the left lane, and exit
[_] choose the right-hand lane and exit in the right-hand lane
You are driving on a multi-lane roadway and come to a multi-lane roundabout. If you want to turn left, you should
[X] choose the left lane, and exit
The speed limit within 500 to 1,000 feet of a school when children are present is
[] 25 mph unless otherwise posted
[] 15 mph unless otherwise posted
[_] 30 mph unless otherwise posted
The speed limit within 500 to 1,000 feet of a school when children are present is
[X] 25 mph unless otherwise posted
If you are driving near a park, playground or school and children are present, you should
[] tap your horn to let them know you are there
[] flash your lights to let them know you are there
[_] never drive faster than 25 mph, slow down and be prepared to stop if they dart out in front of you
If you are driving near a park, playground or school and children are present, you should
[X] never drive faster than 25 mph, slow down and be prepared to stop if they dart out in front of you
You are following a school bus ahead of you and see the lights start flashing yellow, you should
[] pass carefully on the right
[] change lanes and pass on the left
[_] slow and be prepared to stop
You are following a school bus ahead of you and see the lights start flashing yellow, you should
[X] slow and be prepared to stop
A school bus is stopped in front of you with its red lights flashing, you should
[] stop and wait until the lights are turned off
[] stop only until you don’t see any more children
[_] pass slowly on the right
A school bus is stopped in front of you with its red lights flashing, you should
[X] stop and wait until the lights are turned off
A school bus is stopped ahead of you with its red lights flashing. If you do not stop you could
[] get yelled at by the driver
[] be fined up to $1,000 and have your license suspended for 1 year
[_] get to your destination faster
A school bus is stopped ahead of you with its red lights flashing. If you do not stop you could
[X] be fined up to $1,000 and have your license suspended for 1 year
You are approaching a blind intersection, the speed limit is
[] 15 mph
[] 20 mph
[_] 25 mph
You are approaching a blind intersection, the speed limit is
[X] 15 mph
You are driving in an alley, the speed limit is
[] 25 mph
[] 20 mph
[_] 15 mph
You are driving in an alley, the speed limit is
[X] 15 mph
You are approaching an uncontrolled railroad crossing and you cannot see 400 feet in one direction, you should
[] slow to 40 mph
[] slow to 15 mph
[_] slow to 25 mph
You are approaching an uncontrolled railroad crossing and you cannot see 400 feet in one direction, you should
[X] slow to 15 mph
You are approaching a blind railroad crossing with gates, signals, or a flag man, you may
[] go faster than 15 mph
[] ignore the flag man
[_] speed up to beat the train
You are approaching a blind railroad crossing with gates, signals, or a flag man, you may
[X] go faster than 15 mph
At railroad or train crossings, you should
[] look both directions and listen for trains
[] only cross if it safe to do so and you have plenty of time to cross all of the tracks at once
[] be prepared to stop before crossing, if necessary
[] all of the above
At railroad or train crossings, you should
[] look both directions and listen for trains
[] only cross if it safe to do so and you have plenty of time to cross all of the tracks at once
[_] be prepared to stop before crossing, if necessary
[X] all of the above
You are approaching a railroad crossing controlled by a signal and gate when the signal flashes and the gate starts to come down, you should
[] speed up and go around the gate if there is room
[] stop several car lengths away from the gate for safety
[_] stop at the limit line before the gate
You are approaching a railroad crossing controlled by a signal and gate when the signal flashes and the gate starts to come down, you should
[X] stop at the limit line before the gate
You are approaching a railroad crossing, you should
[] look for a train coming from both directions
[] make sure you clear all of the tracks before stopping
[_] both of the above
You are approaching a railroad crossing, you should
[] look for a train coming from both directions
[] make sure you clear all of the tracks before stopping
[X] both of the above
It is OK to stop on a railroad track
[] if you are trying to hail the train
[] if you have an urgent need to stop
[_] never
It is OK to stop on a railroad track
[X] never
You are following a school bus and approaching a railroad crossing, you should
[] slow down and expect the bus to stop
[] maintain your speed and honk at the bus
[_] change lanes and pass the bus
You are following a school bus and approaching a railroad crossing, you should
[X] slow down and expect the bus to stop
Which vehicle will stop in front of you at all railroad crossings:
[] a school bus carrying children
[] a tanker displaying a hazardous materials sign
[_] both of the above
Which vehicle will stop in front of you at all railroad crossings:
[] a school bus carrying children
[] a tanker displaying a hazardous materials sign
[X] both of the above
You are stopped at a railroad crossing controlled by a flashing signal and crossing gates, you must
[] stay until the gates go up
[] stay until the signal stops flashing, even if the gates are already up
[_] wait only until you can cross without being hit by a train
You are stopped at a railroad crossing controlled by a flashing signal and crossing gates, you must
[X] stay until the signal stops flashing, even if the gates are already up
You are driving in a residential neighborhood but there are no signs showing a speed limit, you may
[] not drive faster than 25 mph
[] not drive faster than 15 mph
[_] not drive faster than 30 mph
You are driving in a residential neighborhood but there are no signs showing a speed limit, you may
[X] not drive faster than 25 mph
You are approaching a safety zone marked by raised buttons and there is a street car or trolley stopped, you may not pass faster than
[] 30 mph
[] 25 mph
[_] 10 mph
You are approaching a safety zone marked by raised buttons and there is a street car or trolley stopped, you may not pass faster than
[X] 10 mph
You are driving along a country road when you see a stray animal in your path, you should
[] slow down and proceed with caution, only stop if it is safe
[] swerve out of the way
[_] slam on your brakes to avoid hitting it
You are driving along a country road when you see a stray animal in your path, you should
[X] slow down and proceed with caution, only stop if it is safe
While you are driving, you should be scanning the road
[] 5-1 seconds ahead
[] 10-15 seconds ahead
[_] 15-20 seconds ahead
While you are driving, you should be scanning the road
[X] 10-15 seconds ahead
To stay safe while driving, you need to keep a lot of space around you. One way to make sure you have plenty of space is to scan the road about
[] 30-40 seconds ahead of you
[] as far ahead as you can see
[_] 10-25 seconds ahead of you
To stay safe while driving, you need to keep a lot of space around you. One way to make sure you have plenty of space is to scan the road about
[X] 10-25 seconds ahead of you
You are driving on the highway and want to keep plenty of space between you and other cars. You should
[] scan the road 10-15 seconds ahead of you
[] not constantly stare right in front of your car
[] keep your eyes moving scanning ahead, your sides, and behind you
[] all of the above
You are driving on the highway and want to keep plenty of space between you and other cars. You should
[] scan the road 10-15 seconds ahead of you
[] not constantly stare right in front of your car
[_] keep your eyes moving scanning ahead, your sides, and behind you
[X] all of the above
You are driving down the road. In order to see signs, other cars, motorcycles, and danger you should
[] constantly be looking straight ahead
[] spend most of the time looking in your mirrors
[_] keep your eyes moving, scanning ahead, checking your mirrors, and to the sides
You are driving down the road. In order to see signs, other cars, motorcycles, and danger you should
[X] keep your eyes moving, scanning ahead, checking your mirrors, and to the sides
You are driving on a multilane highway and want to change lanes. You should
[] look into your mirrors and over your shoulder before moving
[] signal and move
[_] honk your horn then move swiftly
You are driving on a multilane highway and want to change lanes. You should
[X] look into your mirrors and over your shoulder before moving
You are driving in a residential neighborhood and see a ball roll into the street. You should
[] ignore it and keep going
[] stop quickly
[_] slow down and watch for a child running after it
You are driving in a residential neighborhood and see a ball roll into the street. You should
[X] slow down and watch for a child running after it
To avoid hitting a car in your blind spot, you should
[] check your rear view mirrors
[] look over your shoulder
[_] both of the above
To avoid hitting a car in your blind spot, you should
[] check your rear view mirrors
[] look over your shoulder
[X] both of the above
You are driving on the highway and want to avoid hazards. You should
[] stare road right in front of your car
[] look over your shoulder
[_] scan and look ahead of the cars in front of you
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
You are driving on the highway and want to avoid hazards. You should
[X] scan and look ahead of the cars in front of you
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
[] If the shoulder is wide enough to accommodate your vehicle.
[] If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left.
[_] Under no circumstances.
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
[X] Under no circumstances.
You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:
[] 15 mph
[] 20 mph
[_] 25 mph
You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:
[X] 15 mph
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
[] Your front wheels must be turned toward the street.
[] Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
[_] One of your rear wheels must touch the curb.
When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
[X] Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
[] At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.
[] 5 to 10 MPH slower than the traffic on the freeway.
[_] The posted speed limit for traffic on the freeway.
When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
[X] At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.
When driving in fog, you should use your:
[] Fog lights only.
[] High beams.
[_] Low beams.
When driving in fog, you should use your:
[X] Low beams.
A white painted curb means:
[] Loading zone for freight or passengers.
[] Loading zone for passengers or mail only.
[_] Loading zone for freight only.
A white painted curb means:
[X] Loading zone for passengers or mail only.
A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
[] Stop, then proceed when you think all of the children have exited the bus.
[] Slow to 25 MPH and pass cautiously.
[_] Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
[X] Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
California’s “Basic Speed Law” says:
[] You should never drive faster than posted speed limits.
[] You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
[_] The maximum speed limit in California is 70 mph on certain freeways.
California’s “Basic Speed Law” says:
[X] You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within days.
[] 5
[] 10
[_] 15
You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within days.
[X] 5
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about .
[] 5 to 10 seconds
[] 10 to 15 seconds
[_] 15 to 20 seconds
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about .
[X] 10 to 15 seconds
You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last feet before the turn.
[] 50
[] 75
[_] 100
You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last feet before the turn.
[X] 100
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
[] They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle.
[] Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
[_] Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear view mirrors.
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
[X] Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can’t find the owner. You must:
[] Leave a note on the vehicle.
[] Report the accident without delay to the city police or, in unincorporated areas, to the CHP.
[_] Both of the above.
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can’t find the owner. You must:
[] Leave a note on the vehicle.
[] Report the accident without delay to the city police or, in unincorporated areas, to the CHP.
[X] Both of the above.
Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is .
[] 20 mph
[] 25 mph
[_] 30 mph
Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is .
[X] 25 mph
You may legally block an intersection:
[] When you entered the intersection on the green light.
[] During rush hour traffic.
[_] Under no circumstances.
You may legally block an intersection:
[X] Under no circumstances.
When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
[] Turned to the left (toward the street).
[] Turned to the right (away from the street).
[_] Parallel with the pavement.
When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
[X] Turned to the right (away from the street).
With a Class C drivers license a person may drive:
[] A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6,000 pounds.
[] Any 3-axle vehicle regardless of the weight.
[_] A vehicle pulling two trailers.
With a Class C drivers license a person may drive:
[X] A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6,000 pounds.
To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
[] Any lane (as long as it is safe).
[] The lane closest to the left curb.
[_] The lane in the center of the road.
To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
[X] The lane closest to the left curb.
If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:
[] Only if you or the other driver is injured.
[] If there is property damage in excess of $750 or if there are any injuries.
[_] Only if you are at fault.
If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:
[X] If there is property damage in excess of $750 or if there are any injuries.
Roadways are the most slippery:
[] During a heavy downpour.
[] After it has been raining for awhile.
[_] The first rain after a dry spell.
Roadways are the most slippery:
[X] The first rain after a dry spell.
You may not park your vehicle:
[] On the side of the freeway in an emergency.
[] Next to a red painted curb.
[_] Within 100 feet of an elementary school.
You may not park your vehicle:
[X] Next to a red painted curb.
You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:
[] Sell or transfer your vehicle.
[] Fail a smog test for your vehicle.
[_] Get a new prescription for lenses or contacts.
You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:
[X] Sell or transfer your vehicle.
Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
[] May be crossed to enter or exit a private driveway.
[] May not be crossed for any reason.
[_] Should be treated as a separate traffic lane.
Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
[X] May not be crossed for any reason.
You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:
[] Move toward the left side of your lane.
[] Avoid driving in the bicycle lane.
[_] Signal for 100 feet before turning.
You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:
[X] Signal for 100 feet before turning.
You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive:
[] 70 mph or faster to keep up with the speed of traffic.
[] Between 65 mph and 70 mph.
[_] No faster than 65 mph.
You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive:
[X] No faster than 65 mph.
It is illegal to park your vehicle:
[] In an unmarked crosswalk.
[] Within three feet of a private driveway.
[_] In a bicycle lane.
It is illegal to park your vehicle:
[X] In an unmarked crosswalk.
The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is:
[] Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
[] Keep your phone within easy reach so you won’t need to take your eyes off the road.
[_] Review the number before answering a call.
The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is:
[X] Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:
[] Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
[] Enter the intersection and wait until traffic clears.
[_] Merge into another lane and try to go around the traffic.
If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:
[X] Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:
[] Signal and turn immediately.
[] Stop before entering the right lane and let all other traffic go first.
[_] Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn.
You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:
[X] Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn.
You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:
[] At all times.
[] Only during school hours.
[_] Unless you do not see any children present.
You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:
[X] At all times.
It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway reducing your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your:
[] Interior lights.
[] Parking lights.
[_] Headlights.
It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway reducing your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your:
[X] Headlights.
If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
[] not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.
[] assume the other driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal.
[_] assume the other driver will maintain a constant speed.
If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
[X] not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.
You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. Most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster. You may legally drive:
[] 70 mph or faster to keep up with the speed of traffic.
[] Between 65 mph and 70 mph.
[_] No faster than 65 mph.
You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. Most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster. You may legally drive:
[X] No faster than 65 mph.
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
[] Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
[] Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a boat trailer.
[_] Any vehicle with 3 or more axles or weighing more than 4,000 pounds.
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
[X] Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:
[] A sign permits the turn.
[] Traffic on the street moves to the right.
[_] Traffic on the street moves to the left.
You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:
[X] Traffic on the street moves to the left.
If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
[] Get you to your destination much faster and safer.
[] Increase your chances of an accident.
[_] Help prevent traffic congestion.
If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
[X] Increase your chances of an accident.
A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:
[] May complete its turn in either of the two lanes.
[] May have to swing wide to complete the right turn.
[_] Must stay in the right lane at all times while turning.
A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:
[X] May have to swing wide to complete the right turn.
You may cross a double, yellow line to pass another vehicle, if the yellow line next to:
[] The other side of the road is a solid line.
[] Your side of the road is a broken line.
[_] The other side of the road is a broken line.
You may cross a double, yellow line to pass another vehicle, if the yellow line next to:
[X] Your side of the road is a broken line.
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
[] Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously.
[] Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming.
[_] Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason.
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
[X] Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming.