meh Flashcards

1
Q

when is it legal to drive off the road to pass another vehicle

A

it is not legal under any conditions

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2
Q

when a railroad crossing is not controlled, what is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet and cannot see for 400 feet in both directions?

A

15 mph

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3
Q

what is the proper procedure for parallel parking?

A

stop next to the vehicle in front of the open space, and then back into the space

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4
Q

what speed should you be driving when entering onto a highway?

A

at or near the speed traffic

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5
Q

how many feet away should you switch from high beam to low beam headlights when approaching a vehicle coming towards you?

A

500 feet

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6
Q

who can legally park next to curb painted blue?

A

a person who is disabled and has a special placard or vehicle license plate for disabled persons.

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7
Q

what should you do when there is a school bus ahead that starts flashing yellow warning lights

A

slow down and prepare to stop

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8
Q

which of the following is a requirement of california’s basic speed law?

A

never drive faster than is safe for the current conditions

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9
Q

you must notify the DMV with 5 days, if you:
- paint your vehicle a different color
- sell or transfer ownership of your vehicle
- receive a traffic violation

A

sell or transfer ownership of your vehicle

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10
Q

which of the following is an example of a safe driving practice?
- staring only at the middle of the road
- always keep your eyes moving to scan the surroundings
- using your high beam headlights in the fog

A

always keep your eyes moving to scan the surroundings

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11
Q

what should you do when reaching an intersection where a person operating a motorized wheelchair has entered the crosswalk?

A

remain stopped behind the crosswalk line until the motorized wheelchair has safely finished crossing

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12
Q

which of the following is true about large trucks?

A

they have large blind spots which makes it difficult for the truck drivers to see other vehicles.

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13
Q

what is one of the most common causes of traffic collisions?

A

driver distractions

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14
Q

any driver who willfully flees or attempts to evade law enforcement during which a person is seriously injured is subject to:
- imprisonment in a state prison for up to seven years
- a fine of less than $1,000
- attending an anger-management class

A

imprisonment in a state prison for up to seven years

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15
Q

what should a driver do who is stopped at an intersection and wants to make a left turn?

A

give the right-of-way to any approaching vehicle hat is close enough to be dangerous

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16
Q

in addition to setting your parking break what should you do when parking on a hill?

A

make sure your vehicle is in the “park” position or in gear

17
Q

you are under 18 years of age and have had your license for eight months. You may drive at what times?

A

between 5 am and 11 pm

18
Q

where should you begin a left turn from a one-way street onto a one-way street?

A

the far-left lane

19
Q

you are required to notify DMV by filling a report of traffic accident occurring in California (SR-1) form if:
- you allowed a license driver from another state to drive your vehicle
- you were involved in a collision with more than $1,000 in damages
- you failed to pay your registration fees

A

you were involved in a collision with more than $1,000 in damages

20
Q

At what point during a rainfall are roads slippery on a hot day?

A

for the first several minutes

21
Q

what color curb does not allow vehicles to stop or park?

A

red

22
Q

you are required to notify DMV by filing a report of traffic accident occurring in california (SR-1) form if:
- you change your insurance company
- you were involved in a collision with an injury
- your vehicle fails a smog test

A

you were involved in a collision with an injury

23
Q

what is indicated by two sets of double yellow lines spaced 2 feet or more apart?

A

barrier

24
Q

what should you do to make a right turn at an up coming intersection?

A

merge into the bicycle lane before making the turn

25
Q

a highway has posted speed limit of 65 mph. what does this mean?

A

you must drive 65 mph only if driving conditions are ideal

26
Q

when is parking in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area allowed?

A

it is never allowed to park in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area

27
Q

what should you do if your cell phone rings and you do not have a hands-free device?

A

do not answer the phone and let it go to voice mail

28
Q

if a traffic signal is green, but traffic is blocking the intersection, what should you do?

A

wait and do not enter the intersection until your vehicle can get completely across.

29
Q

in which lane should you end your turn when making a right turn?

A

the lane closest to the right edge of the road

30
Q

when is it required for you to obey directions from a crossing guard?

A

at all times

31
Q

which of the following is illegal while driving?
- wearing a headset or ear plugs that covers both ears
- wearing a headset or ear plugs that covers one ear
- using cruise control on residential streets

A

wearing a headset or ear plugs that covers both ears

32
Q

which of the following should you do if you are being following by a tailgater?

A

change lanes and allow the tailgater to pass

33
Q

when you are driving the speed limit you can be given a speeding ticket when?

A

the road or weather conditions require a slower speed

34
Q

which lights should be used if a driver is having trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway?

A

headlights

35
Q

what does a flashing yellow traffic signal light direct a driver to do?

A

slow down and proceed with caution

36
Q

what should you do if a pedestrian is still in the crosswalk after the “DO’T WALK” sign begins to flash and your light has turned green?

A

wait until the pedestrain has crossed the street completely before proceeding

37
Q

when is it legal for a person to drive with an alcoholic beverage container that has been opened?

A

when the container is in the trunk of the vehicle

38
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A