Test Flashcards
You are about to make a left turn, you must signal during the lay how many feet before you turn?
100 ft
What is true about blind spots?
Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles
If you are involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and can’t find the owner you should…
Report the accident to the city police or CHP and leave a note on the vehicle
Unless otherwise posted a speed limit in a residential area is what?
25 mph
You may legally block a intersection when?
Never
When parking up hill on a two way street your front wheels should be…
Turned to the right which is away from the street
With a class c drivers license a person may drive…
A 3 axle vehicle if the gross vehicle weight is less than 6,000 pounds
To turn left from a multi land one way street onto a one way street you should start your turn from
The lane closest to the curb
If you are involved in a traffic collision, you in are required to complete and submit a written report to the DMV
If the property damage is over 1,000 or if there are any injuries
Roadways are most slippery when?
The first rain after a dry spell
You may drive off the roadway to pass another car when?
Never
When approaching a railroad crossing and you are unable to see 400 ft down the tracks the speed limit is what?
15 mph
When parking your vehicle parallel to a curb on a level street
Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb
When merging onto the freeway you should be driving
At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway
When driving in fog what should you use?
Low beams
A white painted curb means what?
It’s a loading zone for passengers or mail only
A school bus is stopped with red lights flashing, you should:
Stop as long as the red lights are flashing
California’s basic speed law says ?
You should never drive faster than it is safe for current conditions
When you sell your vehicle within how many days must you notify the DMV?
5 days
To avoid last minute moves you should look down the road to where your vehicle will be in how many seconds?
10-15 seconds
You may not Park your vehicle where?
Next to a red painted curb
2 sets of solid, double, yellows w lines that are 2 or more feet apart ?
May not be crossed for any reason
You want to make a right turn at an intersection, you should slow down and…
Signal 100 ft before turning
If the speed limit is 65 mph but traffic is traveling at 70 mph what speed should you legally drive at ?
No faster than 65 mph
It is illegal to park your vehicle where?
In an unmarked crosswalk
The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cell phones and driving is:
Using hands free devices
If you have a green light but traffic is blocking the intersection you should :
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears
When you are ready to make a right turn what should you do?
Slow down or stop if necessary, and then make the turn
You must obey instructions from school crossing guards when?
All the time
It is a very windy day. You are driving through a dust storm that reduces your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your :
Headlights
If you plan to pass another vehicle you should:
Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane
If all the cars on the freeway are driving 70mph or faster and the speed limit is 65 mph, what speed should you drive at?
No faster than 65 mph
If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
Increase your chances of an accident
Which vehicles must always stop before railroad tracks?
Tank trucks with hazardous material
You may make a left turn on a one way street only if:
Traffic on the street moves to the left
A large truck is in front of you and is turning right into a street with two lanes in each direction the truck:
The truck may have to swing wide to complete the right turn
You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle, if the yellow line next to you is:
A broken line
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always ?
Look to the side of your vehicle to see what is happening
You drive defensively when you :
Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards
If you are driving in front of a large truck, you should:
Farther behind the truck
What is illegal to do while driving?
Listening to music with headphones
Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when…
You don’t have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks
What happens when you tailgate a driver?
You can make the driver angry and frustrated
Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
No, you can block traffic
When can you drive in a bike lane?
When you are within 200 ft of turning right
A flashing yellow light at a upcoming intersection means :
Slow down and cross intersections carefully
What should you do when there is no crosswalk yet there is a person crossing your lane ahead ?
Stop and let them cross the street
What is the speed limit in alleys ?
15 mph
What is the speed limit within 100 ft of a railroad crossing where you cannot see the tracks for 400 ft in both directions
15 mph
What is a blind intersection?
Where there is no stop signs and you cannot see for 100 ft in either direction
When should you check your mirrors?
Every 2-5 seconds
When may you turn left across a single set of double yellow lines?
To enter or exit a driveway, make a u-turn, or onto a private road
What are double white lines used for ?
To indicate a lane barrier such as carpool, and never change lanes while in these until a single white broken line emerges
What is a turnout area?
Where you drive if you are slowly and passing is unsafe
What do end of lane markers look like
Large broken lines
Yeild lines look like?
Shark teeth
What are the hand signals for stop, left, and right turns?
Stop: arm down
Left: arm straight out
Right: arm straight up
What is hand to hand steering?
Push / pull steering
What is hand over hand steering ?
Used when turning at low speeds or parking
What is one hand steering?
Only use when backing
What is splitting the difference ?
Steering a middle course between oncoming cars and parked cars
When should you not pass?
Approaching a hill or curve you cannot see and there is other traffic approaching, or within 100 feet of an intersection
What is a double fine zone
Where fines are doubles because there is increased collision related injuries and fatalities
What is rubbernecking ?
Slowing down to look at stuff out of the ordinary
How should you adjust your speed on a wet road, packed snow, and ice?
Wet road- drive 5-10 mph slower
Snow- half your speed
Ice- slow to a crawl
What should you do in high winds?
Reduce your speed, maintain a firm grip on the wheel,be alert , don’t use cruise control, be proactive
When it rains at night what light should you use?
Low beam headlights
When should you use high beam headlights ?
Whenever possible in open country or dark city streets
What is green driving?
Smart driving with a set of activities yay maximize fuel efficiency such as slowing down smoothly, keeping your car in good shape, and lowering the weight of your vehicle
What is the deadly, odorless gas which is released out of exhaust pipes?
Carbon monoxide
What should you do if you are pulled over by an officer ?
Turn your right signal on then move to the right shoulder of the road in a well lit area and place your hands in clear view
What should you do to maintain control of a skidding vehicle ?
Ease off the gas pedal and straighten the front wheels
It is illegal to drive with what BAC?
.08 and .01 if under 21
To be a designated driver you must:
Be at least 21, be of a group of 2 or more persons and verbally identify themselves as designated drivers, absain from drinking , must not be an impaired driver
