Part 1_Q's and Ans Flashcards

1
Q

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 %

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2
Q

California’s “Basic Speed Law,” says you must:

A

Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions

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3
Q

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

A

Under no circumstances

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4
Q

You may drive a motor vehicle in a bike lane

A

No more than 200 feet before making a right turn

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5
Q

If your cell phone rings while you are driving and you do not have a hands-free device, you should:

A

Let the call go to voicemail

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6
Q

A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:

A

Next to the broken line may pass

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7
Q

You want to park uphill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which direction do you turn your front wheels?

A

Right, toward the side of the road

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8
Q

You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There are no injuries and there is very little vehicle damage. You should:

A

Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible

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9
Q

Smoking inside a vehicle with a person younger than 18 years of age is:

A

Illegal at all times

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10
Q

If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, you should:

A

Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing

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11
Q

You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You should drive:

A

Farther behind the truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle

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12
Q

You must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog:

A

At all times

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13
Q

To see vehicles in your blind spots, you should check:

A

Over your shoulders

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14
Q

You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. You should:

A

Make room for the merging traffic, if possible

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15
Q

If a traffic signal light is not working, you must:

A

Stop, then proceed when safe

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16
Q

Extra space in front of a large truck is needed for:

A

The truck driver stopped the vehicle

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17
Q

When passing another vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane if you:

A

See the vehicle’s headlights in your rearview mirror

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18
Q

You consent to take a chemical test for the alcohol content of your blood, breath, or urine:

A

Whenever you drive to California

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19
Q

When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should:

A

Drive slowly enough that you can stop within the area illuminated by your headlights

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20
Q

You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:

A

Under no circumstances

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21
Q

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:

A

15 mph

22
Q

When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:

A

Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb

23
Q

When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:

A

At or near the speed of traffic on the freeway

24
Q

To avoid last-minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about:

A

10 to 15 seconds.

25
Q

You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.

A

100 feet

26
Q

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a residential area is:

A

25 mph

27
Q

If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report to the DMV:

A

If there is property damage in excess of $1,000 or if there are any injuries

28
Q

You may not park your vehicle

A

Next to a red-painted curb

29
Q

Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:

A

May not be crossed for any reason

30
Q

You are driving on a freeway with a posted speed limit of 65 mph. Traffic is traveling at 70 mph. You may legally drive:

A

No faster than 65 mph

31
Q

If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:

A

Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane

32
Q

A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:

A

May have to swing wide to complete the right turn

33
Q

Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when:

A

There isn’t room on the other side for you to completely cross the tracks

34
Q

You should use your horn when:

A

It may help prevent a collision

35
Q

If you drive more slowly than the flow of traffic, you will most likely:

A

Interfere with traffic and receive a ticket

36
Q

When changing lanes on a freeway, you should:

A

Signal for at least five seconds

37
Q

Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:

A

Motorcycle

38
Q

You must show proof of insurance to law enforcement:

A

If you are involved in a collision or stopped for a citation

39
Q

If you drive 55 mph in a 55 mph zone, you can be given a speeding ticket:

A

If the road or weather conditions require a slower speed

40
Q

It is legal to drive with an alcoholic beverage container that has been opened only if the container is:

A

In the trunk

41
Q

You want to turn left at an upcoming corner. Yield the right-of-way to:

A

All approaching vehicles

42
Q

There is a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder of the road with its hazard lights on. You should:

A

Slow down and pass very carefully

43
Q

Before you change lanes, you should check your mirrors and:

A

Glance over your shoulder

44
Q

You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?

A

Right, toward the side of the road

45
Q

You want to pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when an oncoming vehicle is approaching. You should:

A

Slow down and let the vehicle pass you before you pass the bicyclist

46
Q

Always carefully look for motorcycles before you change lanes because:

A

Their small size can make them hard to see

47
Q

Drivers must use their seat belts:

A

And failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket

48
Q

You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:

A

Under any circumstances

49
Q

A pedestrian starts to cross the street after the “Don’t walk” signal begins to flash. The pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green. You should:

A

Wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding

50
Q

A vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard. What should you do first?

A

Take your foot off the gas pedal