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1
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What is one of the top 5 causes of accidents in the U.S.?

A

Failure to yield the right-of-way to other drivers.

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True of False: Parking and driving safely are two different functions.

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False

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A vehicle is capable of causing extensive property damage, injury, and death. You should operate your vehicle with extreme caution, because it is like handling ____________.

A

A loaded gun

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Which is not a result of poor peripheral vision?

  • Failing to react to a hazard coming from the left or right.
  • Failing to see or obey a stop light suspended over an intersection
  • Weaving while negotiating a curve
  • Driving further from parked cars
A

Driving further from parked cars

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True or False: It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to talk on a cell phone while driving, even if using a hands free device.

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True

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_________ are the leading cause for death among teenagers and teenagers have _______ the rate of these than adults.

A

Traffic accidents, twice

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7
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When travelling at 55 mph, how many feet do you need to stop?

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400 ft.

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8
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Drivers under 18 are _____ times more likely to have a fatal accident than the average driver.

A

2.5

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What should you do if you find yourself in a situation with an aggressive driver?

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Avoid making eye contact

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10
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The five abilities required for being a safe driver are…

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Search, identify, predict, decide, and execute

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There are a number of traits which are dangerous while driving, and they include:

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Aggressiveness, egotism, emotional instability, inattentiveness, exhibition, and irresponsibility

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12
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What is the purpose of barrels filled with sand in front of an abutment (such as a support for a highway over pass)?

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To reduce the force of impact on your vehicle by allowing your vehicle to travel farther than if it hit the abutment directly

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13
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True or false: The force of a vehicle increases as its momentum increases.

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True

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14
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In order to keep a vehicle in a turn without allowing centrifugal force to pull the car out, what should you not do?

  • Decelerate before the curve.
  • Brake gently and gradually while turning.
  • Downshift (manual transmission).
  • Accelerate while turning.
A

Accelerate while turning

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15
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Gravity __________ your kinetic energy when you are driving uphill and __________it when you are driving downhill.

A

Decreases, increases

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Friction is_________ if your tires are over-inflated or are worn smooth. This makes it ______for you to stop you vehicle.

A

Decreased, harder

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17
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When should you always engage your parking brake?

A

When parking on an incline

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True or false: Road surface changes due to: (a) ice, (b) rain, (c) snow, (d) oil and diesel fuel buildup, or (e) sand or dirt will reduce the traction of your tires. This does not affect the control of your vehicle.

A

False

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19
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If you are parking facing downhill, you should always turn your front wheels _______the curb or side of the road.

A

Towards

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20
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White lines parallel to the road separate two or more lanes going in the______________.

A

same direction

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21
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True or false: If there is either a single solid yellow line or double yellow solid line dividing lanes of traffic, you may drive over these lines to pass other vehicles.

A

False

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True or false: When a solid and a broken yellow line are together, you must not pass if you are next to the solid line.

A

True

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23
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When can a right turn may be made on a solid red light?

  • After you have yielded to all traffic.
  • After you have yielded to all pedestrians.
  • If a NO TURN ON RED sign is not posted
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

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24
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A flashing red light at an intersection means:

A

Stop before entering

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True or false: You may cross over either a single solid yellow lines or double solid yellow line to make a left turn at an intersection, to enter or exit a road or a driveway, or to make a U-turn, if it can be made safely and is not otherwise prohibited.

A

True

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26
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A diamond sign is used exclusively for ____ signs.

A

Warning

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27
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A carpool lane will be marked with what symbol?

A

Diamond

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28
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If you purchase or obtain a vehicle from someone else, you are responsible for transferring ownership of the vehicle to your name with the DMV within how many days of the purchase?

A

10

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29
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True or false: If you make a serious driving error on the driving test, you will be automatically disqualified.

A

True

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30
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Which is not a reason for a court to suspend or delay your license?

  • Vandalism
  • Habitual truancy from high school
  • Excessive speeding
  • Receiving 2 points within 6 months
A

Receiving 2 points within 6 months

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31
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What is a provisional license?

A

A driver’s license issued to someone under 18 years of age

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32
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Within how many days should you notify the DMV of an address change?

A

10

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33
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How many hours of supervised driving practice must a provisional license applicant receive prior to receiving a provisional license?

A

50

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34
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The parent or guardian who signed the application for a provisional license may request to have the license canceled at any time and for any reason.

A

True

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35
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For persons ages 13 to 20, a conviction of using alcohol or a controlled substance anywhere results in the court ordering DMV to suspend your license for __________.

A

1 year

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36
Q

What are the penalties for driving without a license or on a suspended or revoked license?

  • Jail time
  • Substantial fines
  • Impoundment of the vehicle being driven
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

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37
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How many hours of that supervised driving practice is required to be at night?

A

10

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38
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Over 200 items are scored on the driving test. You may only make ______ or fewer errors to pass the test.

A

15

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39
Q

What is the consequence for failure to appear in court (FTA) or failure to pay fees or fines (FTP).

A

Your license will be suspended

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40
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Your vehicle registration card must be carried in the vehicle whenever you are driving.

A

True

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41
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Within the first 12 months, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, a licensed driver 25 years of age or older, or a licensed or certified driving instructor, provisional licensees cannot drive between 11PM and ——- .

A

5 A.M.

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42
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Which is not a consequence of using a false name or knowingly making false statements on your license application?

  • Your license will be denied.
  • If issued, it would be revoked.
  • You will have to submit a change of information form.
  • None of the above
A

You will have to submit a change of information form.

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43
Q

Provisional licensees would have their license suspended for six months and probation for 1 year for receiving ______ points in 12 months

A

3

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44
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Within the first six months, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, a licensed driver 25 years of age or older, or a licensed or certified driving instructor, provisional licensees cannot transport passengers under age——————–.

A

20

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45
Q

If you do not have enough light to see 1000 feet in front of you, what should you do?

A

Turn on your headlights

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46
Q

How many times is it advised to have comprehensive maintenance work done for your vehicle?

A

At least twice a year

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47
Q

Which is not a step to avoid your car from being stolen?

  • Park in areas that are not traveled much.
  • Always lock all doors.
  • Don’t leave any valuables in sight.
  • Install tapered interior door lock buttons
A

Park in areas that are not traveled much

48
Q

What is not a consequence of either over- or under-inflated tires?

A

Greater handling

49
Q

When the temperature or “boil” light is on or the gauge moves into the red, what is the proper response?

  • To continue on driving and attend to the problem later.
  • To pull over and turn the engine off so it can cool down.
  • To drive at a slower speed
  • None of the above
A

To pull over and turn the engine off so it can cool down

50
Q

You must: (a) dim your high beams for oncoming vehicles by the time they are within _____ feet of your vehicle, and (b) dim your high beams when the vehicle you are following is within _____ feet.

A

500, 300

51
Q

To ensure your safety while driving and from having your vehicle stolen, it is advised you always have your car doors locked. What percentage of stolen vehicles is attributed to having unlocked doors?

A

80%

52
Q

What is it advised you do if it is either very cloudy, raining, foggy or snowing?

A

Turn on your headlights

53
Q

Which three gauges or indicators are the most important to be aware of?

  • Coolant temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, and high beam indicator
  • Fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge, battery voltage gauge
  • Coolant temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, and battery voltage gauge
  • Fuel gauge, coolant temperature gauge, and battery voltage gauge
A

Coolant temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, and battery voltage gauge

54
Q

If a child weighs __ pounds or less, or is 6 years old or under, then they must be placed in an approved child safety seat.

A

60

55
Q

If you are driving slower on a two lane road and _____ or more cars are following you, you must pull to the side and let them pass.

A

5

56
Q

A visual lead of ________ seconds or 1 city block is appropriate when driving in traffic in urban areas.

A

10 to 15

57
Q

True or false: In general you should pass a vehicle or bicycle going in your direction on the right.

A

False

58
Q

When entering a bicycle lane to make a right turn, within how many feet must you enter the lane before making the turn?

A

200

59
Q

Unless posted otherwise, what is the speed in any business or residential district ?

A

25 mph

60
Q

When driving slower than the rest of the traffic on which lane should you be driving?

A

Right lane

61
Q

It is against the law to pass when your view of the road ahead is obstructed and when within _____ feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel.

A

100

62
Q

True or false: A U-turn is not illegal on a one-way street.

A

False

63
Q

When exiting a freeway, you should signal your intention to exit for approximately how many seconds?

A

5 seconds

64
Q

When entering the lane of an oncoming vehicle in order to pass, you will need at least how many feet to pass safely?

A

1600 ft.

65
Q

When turning, you should signal during the last _________ feet.

A

100

66
Q

The “Basic Speed Law” states that your driving speed, regardless of the posted speed limit, should depend on?

A

Overall roadway, traffic, and weather conditions

67
Q

When driving slower than the rest of the traffic on which lane should you be driving?

A

Right lane

68
Q

Unless posted otherwise, what is the speed limit when passing a school building or school grounds when children are present?

A

25 mph

69
Q

When a car driving uphill on a one lane road comes across another vehicle coming downhill, who should back up?

A

The car going downhill

70
Q

You should change lanes only when there is sufficient space between vehicles to safely merge into traffic in the next lane by allowing a gap of at least how many seconds?

A

4 seconds

71
Q

If you must drive in the fog, then slow down and turn your ______ beam headlights on (and fog lights, if you have them).

A

Low

72
Q

If your tire were to blow out while driving:

  • Hold the steering wheel tightly and steer straight ahead.
  • Slow down gradually. Take your foot off the gas pedal slowly but don’t apply the brakes. And slow to a stop off the road.
  • Apply the brakes when the car is almost stopped.
  • All of the above
  • None of the above
A

All of the above

73
Q

No matter what sort of emergency situation you are experiencing, what should you never do?

  • Roll down the window
  • Ask for help
  • Turn your ignition off while your vehicle is still moving
  • None of the above
A

Turn your ignition off while your vehicle is still moving

74
Q

You must turn your headlights on ____ minutes after sunset and leave them on until ______minutes before sunrise.

A

30

75
Q

If you are involved in a collision and do not stop, what are the consequences?

A

You may be convicted of “hit and run” and could be severely punished

76
Q

If another vehicle is tailgating you, you should?

A

Tap your brakes lightly to warn the vehicle

77
Q

When must you have proof of financial responsibility?

A

Every time you drive

78
Q

True or false: Your license will be suspended for being unable to show proof of financial responsibility when involved in an accident.

A

True

79
Q

What can happen if you dump or abandon an animal by the roadside?

A

You can receive a fine of up to $1,000, or be confined in a county jail for up to six months, or both

80
Q

The number one rule for driving in bad weather is……………………..

A

Slow down

81
Q

If a vehicle is approaching you head on when you are in the proper lane, what should you not do?

  • Slow down.
  • Pull to the right.
  • Sound your horn.
  • Pull to the left oncoming lane to avoid the ca
A

Pull to the left oncoming lane to avoid the car

82
Q

Which is not a step to perform if your gas pedal gets stuck?

  • Apply the brakes before shifting into neutral
  • Shift into neutral
  • Apply the brakes after shifting into neutral.
  • Try to drive the car safely off the road after having applied the brakes and turn off the ignition when you no longer need to change direction.
A

Apply the brakes before shifting into neutral

83
Q

The minimum amount your insurance must cover per accident is:

  • $15,000 for a single death or injury.
  • $30,000 for death or injury to more than one person.
  • $5,000 for property damage.
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

84
Q

In order to avoid hazards on the road, it is advised to take in the whole scene around you and look at least _______ seconds down the road. This is about a one block when driving in the city and a quarter of a mile on the highway.

A

12 to 15

85
Q

What are the consequences of not stopping if you are involved in an accident?

  • Your license will be suspended for six months.
  • A fine of up to $5,000 and a minimum of one year jail time.
  • A fine of up to $10,000 and a minimum of one year jail time.
  • There are no consequences so long as there are no injuries.
A

A fine of up to $10,000 and a minimum of one year jail time

86
Q

Your license will be suspended for failing, refusing, or neglecting to report an accident in which there is more than ________ worth of property damage, an injury, or death.

A

$750

87
Q

Of the six most common behaviors which cause accidents, which is indicated as the primary collision factor?

A

Speed

88
Q

Most accidents in urban areas occur where?

A

At intersections

89
Q

True or false: The same rules apply to trolley and light rail crossings that apply to train crossings.

A

True

90
Q

Failure to stop at a railroad crossing when required to do so can result in a _____ month license suspension.

A

6

91
Q

You should allow a ____ second or more following distance when you are driving behind a motorcyclist.

A

4

92
Q

Which is not a step for bicyclists to prevent accidents?

A

Riding against traffic so as to be able to see oncoming traffic

93
Q

Who has the right of way at a crosswalk, a pedestrian or driver?

A

Pedestrian

94
Q

If there is no sidewalk, a pedestrian should do what?

A

Walk on the roadway facing the oncoming traffic at a safe distance from the traffic

95
Q

If you accidentally kill or injure an animal, what should you not do:

  • Pull over.
  • Try to locate the owner.
  • Call the humane society, police, or CHP
  • Try to move the animal to the side of the road if it is injured.
A

Try to move the animal to the side of the road if it is injured

96
Q

Cones, barrels, signs, large vehicles, and lights that are all orange in color indicate what?

A

That you are either approaching a work zone or in a work zone

97
Q

It is against the law to follow within _____ feet of any emergency vehicle which is answering an emergency call.

A

300

98
Q

How can you ensure that you are not in a trucker’s “no zone”?

A

By ensuring that you can see the trucker in their side mirror

99
Q

If you see flashing red lights on a stopped school bus in front of you, what must you do?

A

Stop until the red lights stop flashing

100
Q

If during the last 100 feet of approaching a railroad crossing, you cannot see the track for at least 400 feet in both directions, you may not cross the tracks at a speed faster than _____ MPH.

A

15

101
Q

What are the consequences if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?

A

You may be fined up to $1,000 and your license can be suspended for a period of 1 year

102
Q

A diamond symbol painted on a lane, indicates what?

A

A carpool lane

103
Q

When passing a trolley, you must pass from what side?

A

The right side

104
Q

When you encounter an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and a siren, what must you do?

A

Pull as close to the right edge of the road as possible and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed

105
Q

It is against the law to follow within _____ feet of any emergency vehicle which is answering an emergency call.

A

300

106
Q

When following large vehicles that block your view of the road ahead, give yourself a ____ second or more cushion of space in front of your vehicle

A

4

107
Q

Alcohol is involved in about ____ of all fatal highway accidents.

A

40%

108
Q

Which of the following is a penalty for receiving a DUI?

  • Mandatory jail time
  • Substantial fines and fees
  • Suspension or revocation of your driver license.
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

109
Q

True or false: First offender must be jailed for at least 48 hours, can be fined up to $1,000 dollars, be restricted to driving to and from work or to and from an alcohol treatment program, be ordered by the court to attend either a three month or six month alcohol treatment program, be required to file proof of insurance with the Department of Motor Vehicles, and be required to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed on his or her vehicle. In total, these fine and fees can exceed $5,000.

A

True

110
Q

The only thing that will affect the time it takes to sober up a person is ______?

A

Time, body weight, the amount of food they have consumed, and the number of drinks they had

111
Q

The court will also order a _____ suspension of your driving privilege if you are under 21 years of age but 13 years of age or older and are convicted of a drug related offense.

A

One year

112
Q

True or false: All the laws which apply to drinking and driving apply to taking drugs and driving.—regardless if the drugs are illegal or prescribed. If the drug impairs your driving is it illegal.

A

True

113
Q

_______ drink within a 4 hour time span, regardless of height and weight, can get you a BAC of .01%.

A

1

114
Q

If a law enforcement officer suspects that you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the officer can require that you take a blood or urine test. What may happen if you refuse?

A

Persons refusing these tests will be subject to license suspensions and revocations

115
Q

The court will also order a _____ suspension of your driving privilege if you are under 21 years of age but 13 years of age or older and are convicted of a drug related offense.

A

One year

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