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When it is legal to drive off the road to pass another vehicle?
It is not legal under any conditions.
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.
Which of the following is the proper procedure for parallel parking?
Stop next to the vehicle in front of the open space, and then back into the space.
What speed should you be driving when entering onto a highway?
At or near the speed of traffic.
How many feet away should you switch from high beam to low beam headlights when approaching a vehicle coming towards you?
500 feet.
Who can legally park next to curb painted blue?
A person who is disabled and has a special placard or vehicle license plate for disabled persons.
What should you do when there is a school bus ahead that starts flashing yellow warning lights?
Slow down and prepare to stop.
You must notify the DMV with 5 days, if you:
Sell or transfer ownership of your vehicle.
Which of the following is a requirement of California’s Basic Speed Law?
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
Which of the following is true about large trucks?
They have large blind spots, which makes it difficult for the truck driver to see other vehicles.
What should you do when reaching a intersection where a person operating a motorizes wheelchair has entered the crosswalk?
Remain stopped behind the crosswalk line until the motorized wheelchair has safely finished crossing.
What is one of the most common causes of traffic collisions?
Driver distractions.
Which of the following is an example of a safe driving practice?
Always keep your eyes moving to scan the surroundings.
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.
What should a driver do who is stopped at an intersection and wants to make a left turn?
Give the right-of-way to any approaching vehicle that is close enough to be dangerous.
In addition to setting your parking brake, what should you do when parking on a hill?
Make sure your vehicle is in the “park” position or in gear.
You are under 18 years of age and have had your license for eight months. You may drive:
Between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.
At what point during a rainfall are roads slippery on a hot day
For the first several minutes.
You are required to notify DMV by filing a Report of Traffic Accident Occuring in California (SR-1) form if:
You were involved in a collision with more than $1,000 in damages.
Where should you begin a left turn from a one-way street onto a one-way street?
The far-left lane.
Which of the following is true about large trucks?
They have large blind spots, which makes it difficult for the truck driver to see other vehicles.
What should you do when traffic is slow and heavy, and you must cross railroad tracks before reaching the upcoming intersection?
Wait until you can completely cross the tracks before proceeding.
Which of the following is illegal while driving?
Wearing a headset or ear plugs that covers both ears.
When you are driving the speed limit, you can be given a speeding ticket:
If road or weather conditions require a slower speed.
Which of the following should you do if you are being followed by a tailgater?
Change lanes and allow the tailgater to pass.
What should you do to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection?
Merge into the bicycle lane before making the turn.
Which lights should be used if a driver is having trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway?
Headlights.
What does a flashing yellow traffic signal light direct a driver to do?
Slow down and proceed with caution.
When is it legal for a person to drive with an alcoholic beverage container that has been opened?
If the container is in the trunk of the vehicle.
What should you do if a pedestrian is still in the crosswalk after the “DON”T WALK” sign begins to flash and your light has turned green?
Wait until the pedestrian has crossed the street completely before proceeding.
You are required to notify DMV by filing a Report of Traffic Accident Occuring in California (SR-1) form if:
You were involved in a collision with an injury.
What color curb does not allow vehicles to stop or park?
Red
What is indicated by two sets of double yellow lines spaced 2 feet or more apart?
Barrier.
What should you do to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection?
Merge into the bicycle lane before making the turn.
A highway has a posted speed limit of 65 mph. What does this mean?
You must drive 65 mph only if driving conditions are ideal.
When is it required for you to obey directions from a crossing guard?
At all times.
When is parking in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area allowed?
It is never allowed to park in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area.
In which lane should you end your turn when making a right turn?
The lane closest to the right edge of the road.
What should you do if your cell phone rings and you do not have a hands-free device?
Do not answer the phone and let it go to voice mail.
If a traffic signal is green, but traffic is blocking the intersection, what should you do?
Wait and do not enter the intersection until your vehicle can get completely across.
