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CA Drivers Licence Test
Need to know to pass the CA driving written test
201
Driving Skills
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07/28/2016
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Term
A steady red arrow means?
 Definition
You must stop and you cannot go in the direction of the arrow.
Term
What do double solid white lines on the read mean?
 Definition
A separation of two lanes of traffic moving in the opposite direction
Term
What do traffic stripping marks of diagonal yellow lines on streets and highways indicate?
 Definition
The road is narrowing
and/or
There is an obstruction on the roadway.
Term
A child of 6 may legally be left in the car only when another person of __ age, or older is supervising them.
 Definition
12 (years old)
Term
define Defensive Driving
 Definition
Proactively looking ahead, to the sides, and behind the vehicle to anticipate problems ahead.
Term
How many feet must you park from a fire hydrant?
 Definition
15 feet
Term
What is the maximum amount of feet you can drive in a central turning lane?
 Definition
200 feet
Term
Littering on the roadside is subjected to a fine of $__?
 Definition
$1000
Term
When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass, which vehicle has the right of way?
 Definition
The vehicle traveling uphill.
Term
Can a minor use a hands free device while driving?
 Definition
no.
It is against the law for minors to use cell phones while driving -- Including hands free devices
Term
Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines; spaced two or more feet apart indicate?
 Definition
a barrier.
Term
A truck has a sign indicating the its load is potentially dangerous. What shape is the sign?
 Definition
diamond-shaped.
Term
What color curb indicates that it allows temporary parking?
 Definition
Green curb
Term
What color curb indicates temporary parking to collect passengers or freight?
 Definition
Yellow curb
Term
How many feet ahead do you need to indicate a turn (not including inside of a bike lane)?
 Definition
100ft
Term
If your vehicle starts to hydroplane you should?
 Definition
slow down gradually.
Term
How many minutes after sunset should you use your headlights?
 Definition
30 minutes
Term
The ___ (how many)__ second rule should be followed to avoid tailgating?
 Definition
three-second rule
Term
A driver who is involved in a collision should report it to the DMV within ____ days?
 Definition
10 days
Term
What color curb indicates temporally stopping to pick up or drop off passengers or mail?
 Definition
White curb
Term
A pentagon shaped sign with a child and adult represents?
 Definition
a school zone
Term
Where should your left wheel be positioned when turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street?
 Definition
As close as possible to the yellow dividing line.
Term
The most important vehicle control device to use during a skid is?
 Definition
The steering wheel.
Term
A red car has stopped inside the intersection to make a right on a red signal.
A blue truck arrives behind the intersection, in opposing traffic, with a green signal.
Who must yield? Who must go?
 Definition
The blue truck must yield because the red car is already IN the intersection.The red car must go because they are blocking traffic.
Term
When can you turn left at a red light?
 Definition
When you are turning from a one-way road on to another one-way road.
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
obstacle ahead, pass on either side.
Term
[image]
Does this sign mean:
A. The speed limit is 50
B. The night speed limit is 50
C. The day speed limit is 50
D. The recommended speed limit is 50
 Definition
A. The speed limit is 50 MPH
Term
[image]
What does this sign mean?
A. The max speed during the day is 35
B. The recommended speed limit is 35
C. The max speed (day and night) is 35
D. The max speed during the night is 35
 Definition
B. The recommended speed limit is 35 MPH
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
You are approaching an airport.
Term
[image]
what should you do?
 Definition
Proceed, Since you are on the through road and have the right-of-way.
Term
When you see a construction worker indicating behind her with her flag lowered toward the ground, what does it mean?
 Definition
You are permitted to go through the lane
Term
What is the bicycle reflector law on highway or sidewalk in darkness?
 Definition
Bicycles must be equipped with a red reflector or a solid or flashing red light with a built in reflector.
Term
If you are a slow moving vehicle with 5 or more cars behind you, and passing is unsafe, you must..?
 Definition
Move off the roadway.
Term
If you are in a slow moving vehicle, and cannot let other cars pass, you must move off of the road when there are ___ or more cars behind you.
 Definition
5 or more
Term
The DMV must issue a free drivers licence to convicts who has been released from prison in the last __#__ months.
 Definition
6 months
Term
Class 3 electric bicycles go up to __ mph.
 Definition
28
Term
To drive a class 3 electric bicycle, you must be __ years old and wear a helmet.
 Definition
16 years old
Term
Is there a financial responsibility to own and operate a class 3 bicycle? (Financial responsibility is Drivers licence, registration, licence plate)
 Definition
No financial responsibility.
Term
The minimum damage threshold for collision re portability is $___ ?
 Definition
$1,000
Term
Children must be in a rear facing seat if they are __ years old or under.
Unless the child is __LBS or more, or __FT __INCHES or taller.
 Definition
2 years old or under
40 LBS or more
3'3" or taller
Term
New CA residence must apply for a drivers licence within __ days of establishing residency.
 Definition
10 days
Term
Minors who hold a permit must be accompanied by a licenced CA driver, who is __years or older
 Definition
25 years
Term
Exceptions for minors to use cell phones while driving include:
1.
2.
3.
4.
 Definition
law enforcement
health care provider
fire dept
other emergency entity in an emergency situation
Term
When you move you must give the DMV your new address within __ days.
 Definition
10
Term
When crossing look _(Direction)_,then _(direction)_, then_(direction)_.
 Definition
left, right, left.
Term
Are pedestrians permitted on any toll bridge, or highway crossing?
 Definition
No, unless there are sidewalks and signs stating pedestrian traffic is permitted
Term
As a pedestrian walking with no sidewalks, should you walk with or against traffic on the road?
 Definition
against. Walk facing oncoming traffic.
Term
Pedestrian:
When should you walk or jog in a bike lane?
 Definition
When there is no sidewalk
Term
You are driving a vehicle with 3 passengers of seat belt wearing age. None of your passengers, including yourself are wearing a seat belt. Who may be cited?
 Definition
You and all of your passengers.
If the passenger is under 16 you may be cited.
Term
Children who are under __ years old, who are __FOOT __INCHES tall or taller to be properly secured with an appropriate safety belt (seat belt). In the rear of the vehicle.
 Definition
8 years old
4 FOOT 9 INCHES
Term
Children must be buckled into a federally-approved child restraint system if they are under _#_ years old and less than __FOOT __INCHES tall. In the rear of the vehicle.
 Definition
8 years
4 FOOT 9 INCHES
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if there is no rear seat? T/F?
 Definition
True
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if the rear seats are side facing jump seats? TF
 Definition
True
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if the rear seats are rear-facing seats? T/F?
 Definition
True
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if the child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear seat? T/F?
 Definition
True
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if all rear seats are already occupied by children 7 years or younger? T/F?
 Definition
True UNLESS THEY ARE 1 YEAR OR YOUNGER
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if Medical reasons require the child not to sit in the rear? TF
 Definition
True
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if he/she is in a rear-facing child passenger restraint system? TF
 Definition
False - No exceptions
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if the child is under 1years old? TF
 Definition
FALSE - No exceptions
Term
Children 8 years old and under can ride in the front of a vehicle in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system if the child is under 20LBS? TF
 Definition
FALSE - No exceptions
Term
Everyone in the vehicle must be _#_ inches from an airbag.
 Definition
10 inches
Term
A five sided sign indicates?
 Definition
You are near a school.
Term
A four sided diamond shape sign indicates?
 Definition
a warning of specific road conditions and dangers ahead.
Term
A white rectangular sign indicates?
 Definition
That you must follow important rules.
Term
When can you drive on a sidewalk?
 Definition
To cross or exit a driveway or alley.
Term
You should stop __FEET from a crosswalk.
 Definition
5 Feet
Term
Most crosswalks are marked with white lines, which crosswalks might be marked with yellow lines?
 Definition
School crossings
Term
An _________ is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.
 Definition
intersection
Term
When in a 4 way stop yield for vehicle/bicycle that arrives first or the vehicle on your ___ hand side.
 Definition
right
Term
When should you yield at T intersections without a stop or yield sign?
 Definition
When you are not on the through road.
Term
The maximum speed limit on most CA highways is __MPH --unless otherwise posted
Except trailers who must go __ MPH
 Definition
65 MPH
55 MPH
Term
The maximum speed limit is __ MPH on a two-lane undivided highway. --unless otherwise posted
 Definition
55 MPH
Term
When driving within 500 - 1000 feet of a school while children are outside or crossing the street, the speed limit is __MPH. --unless otherwise posted
 Definition
25MPH
Term
If you drive by a school ground that has no fence, the speed limit is __ MPH --unless otherwise posted
 Definition
25 MPH
Term
Flashing yellow lights on a school bus mean.
 Definition
Slow down prepare to stop.
Term
Flashing red lights on a school bus mean
 Definition
Stop
Term
What conditions allow you to not stop for a school bus flashing red lights?
 Definition
The bus is on the other side of a divided or multi-lane highway (2 or more lanes in each direction)
Term
The speed-limit for a blind intersection is __ MPH
 Definition
15 MPH
Term
What is a blind intersection
 Definition
No stop signs in any corner and you cannot see for 100FT in either direction.
Term
No stop signs in any corner and you cannot see for 100FT in either direction, indicates..
 Definition
A blind intersection.
Term
The speed limit in any alley is __ MPH
 Definition
15 MPH.
Term
The speed limit is __MPH within 100 FT of a railroad crossing where you cannot see the tracks for 400FT in either direction
 Definition
15 MPH
Term
The speed limit is 15 MPH within ___ FT of a railroad crossing where you cannot see the tracks for 400FT in either direction
 Definition
100 FEET
Term
The speed limit is 15 MPH within 100 FT of a railroad crossing where you cannot see the tracks for ___FT in either direction
 Definition
400 FEET
Term
When can you drive over 15 MPH within 100 feet of a railroad crossing?
1.
2.
3.
 Definition
If it is controlled by gates, a warning signal, or a flag man
Term
When you see flashing red traffic signal lights at a railroad cross you should stop at least __FT, but no more than __FT.
 Definition
at least 15 Feet, but no more than 50 feet.
Term
The speed limit for passing a streetcar, trolley, or bus is __ MPH.
 Definition
10 MPH
Term
In business or residential districts the speed limit is __ MPH --unless otherwise posted.
 Definition
25 MPH
Term
While driving check your rear view mirror every __ to __seconds.
 Definition
5 to 7 seconds
Term
To avoid tailgating use the __ second rule.
 Definition
Three
Term
Turn your lights on during the day,if it is hard to see and you cannot see ___ feet ahead of you.
 Definition
1,000 feet
Term
MEANING: Solid yellow lines
 Definition
mark the center of the road used for two-way traffic.
Term
MEANING: Broken yellow lines
 Definition
indicate that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.
Term
MEANING: Two solid yellow lines
 Definition
indicate no passing.
Term
Describe markings on the road that indicate a barrier.
 Definition
Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaces 2 or more feet apart.
Term
MEANING: Solid white lines
 Definition
mark traffic lanes going in the same direction, such as one-way streets
Term
MEANING: Broken white lines
 Definition
seperate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction
Term
MEANING: Double white lines
 Definition
Two solid white lines that indicate a barrier between a regular use and a preferential use lane, such as HOV. Never change lane while in these lanes, until a single broken white line appears.
Term
If you are driving in the fast lane, and there are 3 lanes total going the same direction as you, what number is your lane?
 Definition
1
Term
Center left turn lanes on a two way street can be used to turn left, or u-turn. You may only drive ___FEET in this lane.
 Definition
200 feet
Term
You must give bicycles a __FOOT to ___Foot birth.
 Definition
3 foot to 4 foot
Term
When using a bicycle lane to turn right, you must not enter more than ___FEET before your turn.
 Definition
200 FEET
Term
When making a left turn you must signal at about ___Feet before your turn.
 Definition
100 feet
Term
When turning right, and not in a bicycle lane you must signal at about ___Feet before the turn.
 Definition
100 Feet
Term
In a residential district you may make a U-Turn if there are no vehicles approaching you within __Feet.
 Definition
200
Term
In business districts --Areas with churches, apartments, multi family housing units, and public buildings -- you can make a u turn wherever safe? T/F?
 Definition
False, you may only u turn at intersections and openings provided for u turns.
Term
When deciding a space for parallel parking, it should be __Feet longer than your vehicle.
 Definition
3 feet.
Term
MEANING: Red curb
 Definition
no stopping, standing or parking
Term
MEANING: Blue Curb
 Definition
Parking is only permitted for disabled people
Term
Disabled place card abuse may result in a fin e up to $____ and imprisonment in a county jail for up to __.
 Definition
$1,000
6 months
Term
It is illegal to park __Feet from a disabled sidewalk ramp, or a curb with wheelchair access.
 Definition
3 Feet
Term
You must park at least __feet from a fire hydrant, or fire station driveway.
 Definition
15 feet
Term
You must park at least ___Feet from a railroad track.
 Definition
7 1/2 feet
Term
When parallel parking you must park within __ inches from the curb.
 Definition
18 inches
Term
If you have to use your windshield wipers you also have to use ____.
 Definition
your headlights
Term
In what condition do you have to use your headlights during sunny days?
 Definition
on small mountain or country roads
Term
emergency flares should be ___ to ___feet behind the vehicle
 Definition
200 to 300 feet
Term
When merging with other traffic you need a gap of at least __ seconds.
 Definition
4 seconds --then go back to the three second rule.
Term
When exiting the freeway you should signal your intention to exit for approximately __ Seconds before reaching the exit.
 Definition
5 seconds.
Term
Do not pass another vehicle by going into oncoming traffic if you are within ___ feet of an intersection.
 Definition
100
Term
A large tractor-trailer often appears to be traveling at a (choose one) faster/slower speed because of its large size.
 Definition
slower
Term
It is illegal to follow within ___Feet behind any fire engine, police vehicle, ambulance, or other emergency vehicle with a siren or flashing lights.
 Definition
300 feet
Term
What is NEV and LSV?
What is the significance?
 Definition
Neighborhood Electric Vehicles
Low speed vehicles
have special marked lanes because they dont go over 25mph
Term
Allow a __ second following space behind motorcycles.
 Definition
4 second
Term
you must wear a helmet on a bicycle if you are under __ years old.
 Definition
18 years
Term
You must carry an ID while traveling on a bicycle. T/F?
 Definition
True
Term
While night driving on a bicycle the front of the bike must have ___.
with visibility distance of ___.
 Definition
front lamp emitting white light visable up to a distance of 300 ft
Term
While night driving on a bicycle the rear of the bicycle must have ___.
With visibility distance of ___.
 Definition
a solid or flashing red light with a built in reflector that is visible from a distance of 500 feet
Term
While night driving on a bicycle the pedals or bicyclists shoes must have ___.
with visibility distance of ___.
 Definition
a white or yellow reflector visible from a distance of 200 feet
Term
While night driving on a bicycle the front of the bike must have a front lamp emitting white light visable up to a distance of ___ ft.
 Definition
300 feet
Term
While night driving on a bicycle the rear of the bicycle must have a solid or flashing red light with a built in reflector that is v.isible from a distance of ___ feet
 Definition
500 feet
Term
While night driving on a bicycle the pedals or bicyclists shoes must have a white or yellow reflector visible from a distance of ___ feet.
 Definition
200 feet
Term
You must leave at least __FEET between you and a bicyclist.
 Definition
3 Feet
Term
At a stop light or sign, do not stop your vehicle more than __FEET from the crosswalk, unless there is an advance stop bar (line).
 Definition
5 feet
Term
Fines for traffic violations in a work zone (construction zone) can be $____ or more.
 Definition
$1,000
Term
Anyone convicted of assaulting a highway worker faces fines of up to $____ and imprisonment for up to ___ year(s).
 Definition
$2,000
1 Year
Term
T/F? Fines for construction or maintenance zones are doubled when workers are present?
 Definition
True
Term
A diamond-shaped sign on a truck means that?
 Definition
The load on the truck is potentially dangerous.
Term
On curves, there is a strong (directional)____ pull on your vehicle.
 Definition
outward
Term
If your vehicle starts to hydroplane you should ____.
You should not ______.
 Definition
you should slow down gradually.
You should not apply the breaks.
Term
Slippery roads, how should you adjust speed for a:
Wet road?
 Definition
go 5 to 10 MPH slower
Term

Slippery roads, how should you adjust speed for: Packed snow?

Reduce speed by _(amount)_.

 Definition
reduce your speed by 1/2
Term
Slippery roads, how should you adjust speed for:
Ice?
 Definition
slow to a crawl
Term
You should postpone your driving until fog clears T/F?
 Definition
True
Term
If you must drive in fog you should:
1.
2.
 Definition
Use your low-beam headlights
turn on your windshield wipers
Term
T/F? you should you use high-bean headlights in fog.
 Definition
False, the light from the high-bean headlights will reflect back and cause glare.
Term
Only pass a vehicle if a hill or curve is at least __ of a mile away
 Definition
1/3 of a mile
Term
[image]
Does this person need new tires?
 Definition
Yes, if you can see the top of Lincolns head, you need new tires.
Term
If you start to skid:
1.Do what with gas?
2.Do what with brake?
3. Turn the steering wheel to what direction?
 Definition
1. Ease off the gas pedal
2. Stop breaking
3. Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Term
How to dry your brakes?
 Definition
lightly pump the gas and brakes at the same time so the vehicle drives against the pressure of the brakes.
Term
Acceleration skids:
To maintain control of a skidding vehicle you should?
 Definition
not apply brakes, ease off the gas pedal, and straighten the vehicle as the vehicle begins to straighten out.
Term
If you are attempting to brake when skidding and the brake pedal sinks to the floor you should?
 Definition
pump the brakes to build pressure.
Term
Someone must make a written report to the police or CA highway patrol if someone is killed or injured in a collision within __(HOURS/DAYS).
 Definition
24 Hours
Term
In the event of a collision someone must make a written report to the DMV within __(Hours/Days).
 Definition
10 DAYS
Term
Who must file a report to the DMV after a Traffic accident?
 Definition
Each driver
Term
If you are involved in a collision and do not have insurance your driving privileged can be suspended up to __years
 Definition
4 years
Term
If you are under 21, and have a drivers licence:
You are caught with alcohol in the vehicle, it may be impounded for up to __.
 Definition
30 days
Term
If you are under 21, and have a drivers licence:
You are caught with alcohol in the vehicle the court may fine you up to $___.
 Definition
$1,000
Term
If you are under 21, and have a drivers licence:
You are caught with alcohol in the vehicle the court may suspend your driving privileges for up to
 Definition
1 year
Term
If you are under 21, and DO NOT have a drivers licence: You are caught with alcohol in the vehicle the court may require the DMV to delay the issuance of your first drivers licence for up to
 Definition
1 year
Term
Drivers under 21 are considered over if their BAC is __%
 Definition
0.01%
Term
Drivers over 21 are considered over if their BAC is __%
 Definition
0.08%
Term
Commercial drivers are considered over if their BAC is __%
 Definition
.04%
Term
Drivers with a DUI probation are considered over with a BAC of __%
 Definition
0.01%
Term
If under 21 and caught with a BAC, at what BAC % can the officer arrest you?
 Definition
0.05%
Term
If convicted of a DUI you may be sentenced up to ___ in jail
 Definition
6 months
Term
If convicted of a DUI you may be fined between $__ - $____ (plus about three times the fine in penalty assessments)
 Definition
$390 - $1,000
Term
T/F? The first or any subsequent times you are convicted of a DUI your vehicle may be impounded and subject to storage fees?
 Definition
True
Term
All DUI convictions will remain on the DMV's record for __ years.
 Definition
10
Term
What is a restricted Drivers Licence?
 Definition
Allows you to travel to and from work and to and from a DUI program.
Term
You cannot smoke while a minor is in the vehicle. You may be fined up to $__.
 Definition
$100
Term
Dumping animals on the highway is subject to a $___ fine and/or ____ in jail.
 Definition
$1,000, 6 months
Term
Cargo extending more than 4 feet from the back rear bumper must display____.
What must it also display at night ?
 Definition
Must display a 12-inch red or florescent orange square flag.
Night- 2 red lights
Term
Littering the roadside may be fined $___
 Definition
$1,000
Term
When driving on narrow mountain roads and you cannot see at least ___feet ahead, honk your horn.
 Definition
200 feet
Term
You must leave your lights on until ___ minutes before sunrise
 Definition
30
Term
You must dim your lights to low beams within ___feet of a vehicle coming toward you or within 300 feet of a vehicle you are following.
 Definition
500 feet
Term
You must dim your lights to low beams within 500 feet of a vehicle coming toward you or within ___ feet of a vehicle you are following.
 Definition
300 feet
Term
You must turn on your headlights if snow, rain, fog, dust, or low visibility (___ feet or less) requires the use of windshield wipers.
 Definition
1,000 feet or less
Term
fleeing a peace officer is punishable by jail time up to __.
 Definition
1 year
Term
POINT SYSTEM
if you get __ points in 12 months you will loose your drivers licence
 Definition
4
Term
If you obtain or purchase a vehicle from a private party, you must transfer ownership within __ days.
 Definition
10
Term
When you sell or transfer a vehicle you must report it to DMV within __ days.
 Definition
5
Term
Vehicles registered in another state or foreign country must be registered in CA within __ days after you become a resident or get a job.
 Definition
20 days
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Added Lane
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Crossroad
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Curve
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Directional Arrow
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Divided Highway begins
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
End Divided Highway
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Lane ends
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Merging Traffic
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
pedestrian crossing
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Stop ahead
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
T intersection
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Traffic signal ahead
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Two way traffic
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Winding road
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Yield ahead
Term
Meaning
[image]
 Definition
Slippery when wet
Term
Meaning?
[image]
 Definition
Sharp turn
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