Practice Flashcards
How many seconds of space are needed for merging?
- 3 Seconds
- 4 Seconds
- 5 Seconds
3 seconds
How far or how many seconds do you need to exit a highway?
- 5 Seconds, 400 Feet
- 6 Seconds, 500 Feet
- 3 Seconds, 300 Feet
5 seconds, 400 ft
When it is legal to drive off the road to pass another vehicle?
- If the vehicle ahead is turning left
- It is not legal under any conditions
- If there are two or more one-way lanes
It is not legal under any condition
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?
- 15 mph
- 10 mph
- 25 mph
15 mph
How many feet away should you switch from high beam to low beam headlights when approaching a vehicle coming towards you?
- 900 feet
- 700 feet
- 500 feet
500 feet
Who can legally park next to curb painted blue?
- Someone who is either picking up or dropping off passengers at this location.
- A person who is disabled and has a special placard or vehicle license plate for disabled persons
- A person who will only be parked at the curb for less than 15 minutes.
A person who is disabled and has a special placard or vehicle license plate for disabled persons
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
- Imprisonment in a state prison for up to seven years.
Where should you begin a left turn from a one-way street onto a one-way street?
- The lane closest to the center of the street.
- The far-left land
- You can turn from any land
The far left lane
You are under 18 years of age and have had your license for eight months. You may drive:
- At any time
- Between 5 am and 11 pm
- Between 7 am and 8 pm
- Between 5 am and 11 pm
At what point during a rainfall are roads slippery on a hot day?
- Immediately after it has stopped raining.
- For the first several minutes
- When it has been raining for a few hours
for the first several minutes
Which lights should be used if a driver is having trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway?
- Parking lights
- Emergency Lights
- Headlights
- Headlights
How far should you signal in feet before you turn?
- 100 feet
- 200 feet
- 300 feet
100 feet
How far should you dim your high-beams to low beams to a car coming towards you?
- 500 feet
- 400 feet
- 300 feet
500 feet
What is a yield line?
Solid white line of triangles to show approaching vehicles where to yield or stop. > towards the car.
Are you allowed to make a left turn against a red light when turning from a one-way street?
True, make sure there’s no sign prohibiting the turn. Yield who have a green light.
Painted colored curbs
- White
- Green
- Yellow
- Red
Stop to drop or pickup people
Park for limited time based on sign
Unload passengers and freight. Don’t stop longer than time posted.
Who has the right of way when 2 cars meet on steep narrow road and neither can pass?
Vehicle facing uphill has right of way as they have less control
How fast can you pass a bus, streetcar or trolley stopped at a safety zone?
- 10 mph
- 15 mph
- 20 mph
10 mph
How many feet is it against the law to follow a fire engine, law enforcement vehicle, ambulance or any other emergency veicle when sirens or flashing lights are on?
- 200 feet
- 300 feet
- 400 feet
300 feet
What is the fine for traffic violation in a work zone?
- $1,000
- $2,000
- $3,000
1000
What is the punishment for assaulting a highway worker?
- fine of $2000 and one year of imprisonment
- fine of $3000 and one year of imprisonment
- fine of 5000 and one year of imprisonment
- fine of $2000 and one year of imprisonment
What is the punishment for failure to stop at a school bus with flashing lights?
- fine of 1000 and suspended driving
- fine of 2000 and suspended driving
- imprisonment for 1 year
fine of 1k and suspended driving of 1 year
What is the speed limit for blind intersection?
- 10 mph
- 15 mph
- 20 mph
15 mph
What is the punishment for fleeing or attempting to flee from law enforcement officer performing their duties?
- Fine of $2000
- Imprisonment in county jail for 1 year or less
- Fine of $5000
- Imprisonment in county jail for 1 year or less
What is the punishment for being convicted of manslaughter as a result of evading law enforcement during pursuit?
- 1-2 years imprisonment
- 7-10 years imprisonment
- 4-10 years imprisonment
- 4-10 years imprisonment
When will your license be suspended if your driver records shows one of the following point totals
- 4 points in 12 months
- 5 points in 12 months
- 6 points in 12 months
- 4 points in 12 months (+2 points for each 12 month term 4 in 12, 6 in 24, 8 in 36)
How fast should you drive on wet roads?
- Reduce speed by 5-10 mph
- Reduce speed by 10-15 mph
- Do not reduce speed
- Reduce speed by 5-10 mph
How fast should you drive on snow packed roads?
- Reduce speed by 10-15 mph
- Reduce speed by half
- Reduce speed by 5 mph
- Reduce speed by half
Children who are under 2 years old, under 40 lbs and under 3 ft 4’’ tall should be secured:
- rear-facing child passenger seat
- front-facing child passengder seat
- rear-facing child passenger seat
Children who are under 8 years old or less than 4’ 9’’ tall should be secured:
- child passenger restraint system in rear seat
- side facing jump seat
-rear facing seat
- child passenger restraint system in rear seat
Childern who are 8 years old or older or at least 4’ 9’’ tall should be secured:
- Properly secured safety belt
- Rear-facing seat
- Front-facing seat
- Properly secured safety belt
Is it illegal to leave a child who is 6 or younger unattended in vehicle?
Yes
CHP Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) will provide free emergency roadside service in certain areas during commute time. If you get stuck because your car stops running, FSP will:
- Provide a gallon of gas
- Jump start your battery
- Refill radiator and tape hoses
- Change flat tire
- Report collision to CHP
- Towed to CHP approved location.
What is BAC?
Blood Alcohol Concentration
If you are over 21, what limit of BAC is it illegal for you to drive?
0.08% or higher
If you are under 21, what limit of BAC is it illegal for you to drive? OR if you are on DUI probation?
0.01% or higher
If you drive a vehicle that required a commerial driver’s license or driving a passenger for hire, what limit of BAC is it illegal for you to drive?
0.04% or higher
if you are convicted of DUI, DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privledge for one year and you must
Complete DUI program
File California Insurance Proof Certificate
Pay applicable license reissue/restriction fees
May be required to install ignition interlock device on your car
How long do DUI convictions remain on your driving record?
- 5 years
- 10 years
- 15 years
10 years
What are the insurance requirements minimums?
$15k for single death or injury
$10k for death or injury to more than 1 person
$5k for property damage
If you are in a colission you must report to DMV within 10 days IF
Collision caused more than $1k in damage to property
If anyone was injured or killed
Each driver must file Report of Traffic Accident Occuring in California regardless if you caused the accident.
How long can your driving priviledge be suspended if you are in a collision and don’t have proper insurance coverage?
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 10 years
up to 4 years
How many days do you have to transfer ownership to your name for vehicle registration when buying or selling a vehicle
- 5 days
- 10 days
- 7 Days
10 days
How many days do you have to transfer ownership after you become a resident or get a job in California?
- 10 days
- 20 days
- 7 days
20 days
