Term
All CA residents who drive on public highways or use public parking facilities must have a CA license, unless you are... |
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- Armed Forces or Government Civilian employee who only drives vehicles owned or controlled by US Government on federal business.
- Drive farming vehicles not normally used on public highways.
- Drive registered off-highway vehicles or snowmobiles across a highway.
- You are a non-resident with a valid home state license; unless you are aged 16 to 18, then you must apply for a permit.
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New CA residents must apply for license within __ days. |
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If you are a CA resident with a valid CA license on active military, how long will your license remain valid? |
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For the full time you are absent from CA plus 30 days from your discharge date. |
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A class C license will allow you to drive what kinds of vehicles? |
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- 2 axle vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or less.
- 3 axle vehicles weighing 6,000 pounds or less.
- House-cars 40 feet or less.
- 3 wheel motorcyles.
- Vanpools designed to carry 10 to 15 people or less including the driver. Drivers must have valid medical certification on file with the DMV, carry a medical card, as well as have no DUI, hit and run, or reckless driving convictions in the last 5 years.
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Class C licenses allow you to tow what kinds of vehicles? |
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- A single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds or less including tow dolly.
- Vehicles weighing 4,000 pounds or less may tow:
- A trailer coach or 5th wheel trailer under 10,000 pounds.
- A 5th wheel travel trailer 10,000 pounds to 15,000 pounds.
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A class C license allows you to tow more than one vehicle. True or False? |
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Definition
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A class C license does not allow drivers with vehicles under 4,000 pounds to tow vehicles weighing ____ or more gross. |
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You must be at least ___ years old to apply for a drivers permit. |
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Definition
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Minors who are under __ years old must complete drivers education training before applying for a permit. |
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Definition
Minors under 17.5 years old. |
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Term
Minors who are at least 17.5 years old may obtain a permit without completing drivers education, but cannot? |
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Definition
Obtain a license without drivers education until they turn 18. |
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Minors may not work as drivers or drive school buses containing pupils.
True or False? |
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Definition
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Minors who've obtained a driver's permit but not a license cannot drive without? |
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A licensed CA driver who is a parent, guardian, spouse, or an adult over 25 years old. |
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Minors with an M1 or M2 motorcycle permit cannot carry passengers, ride at night, or on the freeway.
True or False? |
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Definition
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In order for a Minor to obtain a license, they must be:
- at least __ years old,
- must have completed __,
- have held a permit for at least __ months, and
- have had parent or guardian signatures stating that they have completed __ hours supervised driving with at least __ hours night driving.
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Definition
- Minors must be 16 years old,
- prove that they have completed driver education,
- have had a permit for 6 months, and
- have had parent or guardian signatures stating that they have completed 50 hours supervised driving practice with at least 10 hours night driving.
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Term
If you are under 18, you will be granted a provisional license which allows you to drive __ provided you have no __ or __ violations. |
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Definition
Allows you to drive alone, provided you have no collisions or traffic violations. |
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Term
If you are under 18, for 12 months after you are licensed you may not drive between which hours? |
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Definition
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You may not transport passengers under 20 years old unless accompanied by your parent, guardian, or licensed driver at least 25 years old unless there is? |
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Definition
- A medical necessity to drive. You must have a physician's note with you stating the diagnosis and probably date of recovery.
- A school or school-authorized activity. You must have a note from your principal, dean, or designee with you.
- An employment necessity where the need to operate a vehicle is part of your employment. You must have a signed note from your employer with you.
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A person must be at least __ years old to drive most commercial vehicles for hire in interstate commerce or to transport hazardous material and wastes. |
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Definition
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Your provisional license will be suspended if:
- You fail to appear in __ for a traffic ticket.
- You fail to pay the __ for a traffic ticket.
- You have __ "at fault" collisions or convictions within 12 months; in which case you will be unable to drive without a licensed __ or __ or __ over 25 years old for __ days.
- You have __ "at fault" collisions or convictions in 12 months; you will be suspended for __ months and put on probation for __ year(s).
- More than __ "at fault" collisions or convictions while you are on probation will result in __.
- If you are convicted of using a controlled substance and you are between the ages of __ and __, you will be suspended for __ year(s) or be delayed in your elegibility to apply. You may also be required to complete a __ program.
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Definition
- Court.
- Fine.
- 2 "at fault" collisions; in which case you will be unabled to drive without a licensed parent, or guardian, or adult over 25 for 30 days.
- 3 "at fault" collisions; you will be suspended for 6 months and put on probation for 1 year(s).
- 3 "at fault" collisions will result in suspension.
- 13 and 21 years old. You may also be required to complete a DUI program.
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Restrictions and probations can extend beyond your 18th birthday.
True or False? |
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Definition
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You may not operate a vehicle unless all your passengers at least __ years of age or weighing __ pounds or more are wearing seatbelts. |
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Definition
6 years of age, or weighing 60 pounds or more. |
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Term
Children under the age of __ must be secured in federally approved __ and must ride in the back seat unless:
- There is no __ seat or the rear seats are side-facing or rear-facing.
- The __ could not be installed properly in the rear seat.
- A __ reason requires the child to ride in the front seat.
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Definition
Children under 6 years old must be secured in federally approved child passenger restraint systems.
- Rear seat.
- Child passenger restraint system.
- Medical reason.
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Term
A child may not ride in the front of an __-equipped vehicle if the child is:
- Under __ year(s) old.
- Weighs less than __ pounds.
- Is riding in a __-facing child passenger restraint system.
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Definition
Airbag-equipped vehicle.
- 1 year old.
- 20 pounds.
- Rear-facing.
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Term
It is illegal to leave a child under __ years old unattended in a vechile unless accompanied by someone at least __ years old. |
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Definition
6 years old unless accompanied by someone at least 12 years old. |
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Traffic Lights
- Solid red means __.
- You may turn __ on red
- after you __ to pedestrians, cyclists, and
- other vehicles close enough to be a __,
- unless there is a "__" sign posted.
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Definition
- Stop.
- Right.
- Yield.
- Hazard.
- NO TURN ON RED.
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Traffic Lights
Red arrow means __ and you may not __ on red. |
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Definition
Stop and you may not turn on red. |
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Term
Traffic Lights
Flashing red means __ and proceed when __, observing __ rules. |
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Definition
Stop and proceed when safe, observing right of way rules. |
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Traffic Lights
- Solid yellow means __, the __ signal is about to appear.
- Slow down and stop if you can do so __.
- If you are already in the intersection __ on __.
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Definition
- Caution, the red signal is about to appear.
- Safely.
- Continue on cautiously.
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Traffic Lights
- Yellow arrow means __ turning time is ending.
- Oncoming traffic is stopped by a __ as long as the yellow or green arrow is lighted.
- Be prepared to obey the next __.
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Definition
- Protected.
- Red light.
- Signal.
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Traffic Lights
- Flashing yellow means __ with __.
- You do not need to __ for a flashing yellow but you must __ and proceed with __.
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Definition
- Proceed with caution.
- Stop; but you must slow down and proceed with caution.
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Traffic Lights
- Solid green means __ once you have given the right of way to any __, __, or __ in the intersection.
- If you are turning left, make the turn only when you have enough __ to complete the turn before creating a __ for any oncoming __, __, or __.
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Definition
- Go once you have given the right of way to any vehicle, cyclist, or pedestrian.
- Space to complete the turn before creating a hazard for any oncoming vehicle, cyclist or pedestrian.
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Traffic Lights
- Green arrow allows you to make a __ turn.
- This means that __ vehicles are stopped by a __ as long as the green arrow is lighted.
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Definition
- Protected.
- Oncoming vehicles are stopped by a red light.
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Traffic Lights
If the traffic signal is not working, proceed as if the intersection is controlled by __ in all directions. |
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Definition
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Traffic Signs
- Stop signs are __, __-sided signs.
- You must come to a __ stop whenever you see one before entering a __ or at the __ limit __.
- If a __ or limit __ is not painted on the street, stop at the __.
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Definition
- Red, eight-sided signs.
- Full stop; before entering a crosswalk or at the white limit line.
- Crosswalk or limit line is not painted on the street, stop at the corner.
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Term
Traffic Signs
- Yield signs are __, __-sided sign.
- You must __ and be ready to __.
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Definition
- Red, three-sided sign.
- Slow and be ready to stop.
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Traffic Sign
- Regulatory signs are colored __ and __, and are __ shaped.
- You must follow the sign's instruction. For example: DO NOT ENTER means you are going __ traffic. Drive to the side of the __ and __. When safe, __ out or __ and return to the road you were on.
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Definition
- Red and white, and are square shaped.
- Against traffic. Drive to the side of the road and stop. When safe, back out or turn around.
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Traffic Sign
Railroad crossings can be colored __ and __, __ shaped signs or __ and __, __-shaped signs. |
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Definition
Yellow and black, circular shaped signs, or white and black x-shaped signs. |
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Term
Traffic Sign
- School crossing signs are colored __ and are __ sided signs located near schools.
- Reduce your speed to __ mph and watch out for __ on the road.
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Definition
- Yellow and are five sided signs.
- Reduce your speed to 25 mph and watch out for children on the road.
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Term
Traffic Sign
Guide signs are colored __, __, or __. They guide you to __ nearby. |
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Definition
Green, brown, or blue. They guide you to services nearby. |
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Traffic Sign
Road conditions are __ shaped signs. Many __ signs are __ shaped. |
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Definition
Diamond shaped signs. Many warning signs are diamond shaped. |
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Term
Right of Way Rules
When do pedestrians have the right of way? |
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Definition
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Right of Way Rules
You should never __ a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk. |
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Definition
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Right of Way Rules
At intersections, always __ to the vehicle or __ that arrives first, or to the vehicle on your __ if you arrive at the same time. |
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Definition
Yield to the vehicle or cyclist that arrives first, or to the vehicle on your right if you arrive at the same time. |
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Term
Right of Way Rules
At "T" intersections without stop or yield signs, yield to the __ road. |
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Definition
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Right of Way Rules
When turning left, __ to all approaching vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians that are close enough to be dangerous. |
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Definition
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Right of Way Rules
On narrow mountain roads when two vehicles meet on a hill and cannot pass, who must yield the right of way by backing up? |
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Definition
The vehicle facing downhill because it has greater control. |
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Right of Way Rules
- Stopped school buses with flashing yellow lights warn you to __.
- When the lights turn red, you must __ from either direction unless you are on the other side of a __ or __ (two or more lanes in each direction) highway.
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Definition
- Slow down.
- Stop; unless you are on the other side of a divided or multilane highway.
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Term
A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a __ direction. |
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Definition
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Term
A force of a crash at 2x the speed has __x the impact force. |
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Most rear-end collisions are caused by? |
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Speed Limits
High way speed limits are __ unless otherwise posted or you are __ a __ (reduce your speed to __ mph.) |
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Definition
65 mph unless otherwise posted or you are towing a trailer (reduce your speed to 55 mph.) |
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Speed Limits
When driving within __ feet of a school, the speed limit is __ mph unless otherwise posted. |
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Definition
1000 feet; the speed limit is 25 mph. |
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Speed Limits
- Blind intersections have a speed limit of __ mph.
- An intersection is considered blind when there are no __ at any corner and you cannot see for __ feet in either direction before crossing.
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Definition
- 15 mph.
- Stop signs; and you cannot see for 100 feet.
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Speed Limits
Alley speed limits are? |
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Definition
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Speed Limits
Railroad crossings where you cannot see the tracks for __ feet in both directions have a speed limit of __ mph unless the crossing is controlled by gates, a warning signal, or flag man. |
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Definition
400 feet; have a speed limit of 15 mph. |
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Term
Speed Limits
Passing speed limits for buses, trolleys, and streetcars is? |
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Definition
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Speed Limits
In business or residential districts, the speed limit is __ unless otherwise posted. |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
Solid yellow lines mark the __ of the road for __ traffic. |
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Definition
Center of the road for two-way traffic. |
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Term
Traffic Lanes
Broken yellow lines mean you may __ if the broken line is next to your driving __. |
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Definition
Pass; if the broken line is next to your driving lane. |
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Traffic Lanes
- Two solid yellow lines means no __.
You should never drive to the left of these lines unless you are:
- Turning __ at an intersection.
- Turning into or out of a __ road or __.
- In a __ that has a designated entrance on the __.
- Instructed by __ or other signs to drive on the other side of the road because your side is blocked.
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Definition
- Passing.
- Left.
- Private road or driveway.
- Carpool that has a designated entrance on the left.
- Construction.
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Traffic Lanes
- Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart are considered a __.
- Do not drive over this __ or make a __ turn or _-turn across it.
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Definition
- Barrier.
- Barrier or make a left turn or u-turn across it.
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Traffic Lanes
Solid white lines mark traffic lanes going in the __ direction, such as __ streets. |
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Definition
Same direction, such as one-way streets. |
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Traffic Lanes
Broken white lines separate traffic on roads with __ or __ going in the same direction. |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
- Carpool AKA HOV lanes are lanes only for __, __, and __ that carry the minimum number if people as marked by the signs at the onramp or along the freeway.
- Certain __-emission vehicles marked with special DMV issued decals may also use this lane.
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Definition
- Motorcycles, buses, and vehicles.
- Low-emission.
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Term
Traffic Lanes
Why aren't vehicles towing trailers allowed to use carpool lanes? |
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Definition
Because they are too slow. |
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Term
Traffic Lanes
- Center left turn lanes are lanes in the __ of __ streets that are marked on both sides by two painted lines.
- The inner line is __ and the outer lane is __.
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Definition
- Middle of two-way streets.
- Broken and the outer lane is solid.
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Term
Traffic Lanes
If a street has a center left turn lane you must use it when you turn left. True or False? |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
You may only drive in the center left turn lane for __ feet. |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
When turning left from a __ you can drive into the center left turn lane and enter traffic when safe. |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
You [may or may not] drive across the center left turn lane to turn into a driveway? |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
You may drive across a center left turn lane to turn into a __. |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
Lanes marked by large broken lines in the pavement are lanes that are __. |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
Traffic lanes are reffered to by number with the __ lane being called the fast lane or the number __ lane. |
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Definition
Leftmost lane; number 1 lane. |
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Term
Traffic Lanes
If you can choose among 3 lanes, all heading in your direction, which lane should you drive in? |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
If there are only 2 lanes going in your direction, which lane should you choose to drive in? |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
To drive faster, turn left, or pass, which lane should you use? |
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Definition
The left lane AKA the number 1 lane. |
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Term
Traffic Lanes
To drive slowly, or to enter or turn off the road, which lane should you use? |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
If you are towing a vehicle or trailer, or drive a bus or three or more axle vehicle you must drive in the __ lane or the lane marked for __ vehicles. |
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Definition
Right lane or the lane marked for slower vehicles. |
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Term
Traffic Lanes
If there are more than four lanes going in your direction, the __ lanes are the slow traffic lanes. |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
Before changing lanes you should...
- S__.
- __ all of your __ for traffic behind and beside you.
- Glance over your __ or __ and make sure the lane is __; be sure to look for anything in your __.
- Be sure there is enough __ for your vehicle in the next __.
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Definition
- Signal
- Check all of your mirrors.
- Left or right shoulder; make sure the lane is clear; look for anything in your blindspot.
- Enough space for your vehicle in the next lane.
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Term
When exiting the freeway, signal your intention to exit for approximately how many seconds? |
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Definition
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Traffic Lanes
When making a right turn and are within __ feet of the corner or other driveway entrance, you must enter the __ lane to make the turn (but never at any other time.) |
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Definition
Within 200 feet; enter the bicycle lane. |
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Traffic Lanes
You should never drive off the paved or maintained travelled portion of the shoulder to pass.The edge of the main-travelled portion of the road is marked by a white line.
True or false? |
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Traffic Lanes
Should you cross several lanes of traffic at once? |
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Definition
No, you should cross them one at a time. |
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Term
Turns
Left turns can only be made against a red light when turning from a __ street onto another __ street. |
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Turns
To make a left turn:
- Drive close to the __ line or into the __ turn lane.
- Begin signalling __ feet before the turn.
- Look over your __ and reduce __.
- Stop behind the __ line.
- Look __, __, and __ again and make the turn when safe.
- Do not __ the corner.
- While waiting to turn, keep your wheels pointed __ until you start turning so that if you are hit from __ you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.
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Definition
- Center divider line or into the left turn lane.
- 100 feet.
- Shoulder and reduce speed.
- Limit line.
- Left, right, and left again.
- Cut.
- Pointed straight; so that if you are hit from behind you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.
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Turns
In general, you should signal for at least __ feet before turning, and can travel in left-turn lanes or in bicycle lanes for a maximum of __ feet. |
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Definition
Signal for 100 feet; travel in left-turn lane for 200 feet. |
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Term
Turns
Right turns can be made against a __ light unless there is a __ prohibiting it. |
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Definition
Red light; sign prohibiting it. |
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Term
Turns
To make a right turn...
- Drive close to the __ edge of the road. If there is a bike lane, drive into it, but for no more than __ feet before the turn.
- Begin signalling __ feet before the turn.
- Look __ ways and turn when safe.
- Do not turn __.
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Definition
- Right edge; no more than 200 feet.
- 100 feet.
- Both ways.
- Wide.
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Turns
In residential districts you can make a u-turn when there are no vehicles approaching you within __ feet. |
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Definition
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Turns
You may not make a u-turn when you are:
- At a __ crossing.
- On __ highways that feature a curb or strip of land or two sets of double yellow lines separating it.
- Where you cannot see clearly for at least __ feet in each direction.
- On a __ street.
- In front of a __ station.
- In __ districts (areas with churches, apartments, multiple dwelling houses, clubs, and public buildings except schools are considered __ districts.)
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Definition
- Railroad crossing.
- Divided highways.
- 200 feet.
- One-way.
- Fire station.
- Business districts.
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Parking
When parking on a hill you should:
- Always use your __.
- On a sloping driveway, always __ the __ so the vehicle will not roll if the breaks fail.
- Headed downhill, turn your wheels __.
- Headed uphill, on a street with a curb, turn your wheels towards the __ and let your vehicle roll __ a few inches until the wheels touch the curb.
- Headed uphill, on a street with no curb, turn your wheels __.
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Definition
- Parking break.
- Turn the wheels so the vehicle will not roll.
- Away from the street.
- Curb and let your vehicle roll back a few inches until the wheels touch the curb.
- Away from the street.
Reasoning: Positioning your wheels in the aforementioned configurations will ensure your car does not roll into traffic if the parking break fails. |
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Parking
Parking your vehicle in the bicycle lane as long as you do not block a cyclist and there are no "No Parking" signs posted is legal.
True or false? |
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Parking
White curbs mean? |
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Definition
You can stop only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers or mail. |
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Term
Parking
Green curbs mean? |
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Definition
Park only for a limited time as posted by signs or painted on the curb. |
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Term
Parking
Yellow curb means? |
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Definition
Stop no longer than the time to unload passengers or freight. Drivers of non-commercial vehicles are required to stay with their vehicles. |
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Term
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Definition
No stopping, standing, or parking except for buses in zones marked for buses. |
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Term
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Definition
Parking is permitted only for disabled people who display a placard or special license plate. A crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space is a no parking area. |
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Parking
You must park no further than __ inches from the curb when parked parallel to the street. |
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Definition
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Parking
It is legal to park in a crosswalk if it is not marked.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Parking
When you park, you must never block __ or __. |
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Definition
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Parking
It is illegal to park within __ feet of a sidewalk ramp for disabled people. |
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Definition
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Parking
It is illegal to park in a tunnel or bridge.
True or false? |
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Definition
True, except where permitted by signs. |
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Term
Parking
It is illegal to park within __ feet of a firestation driveway or fire hydrant. |
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Definition
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Parking
It is illegal to park on, or within __ feet of a railroad track. |
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Definition
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Parking
It is illegal to park between a __ and a curb. |
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Definition
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Parking
Double parked means? |
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Definition
Parking in the street when all legal parking places at the curb are taken. |
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Parking
It is illegal to park on the freeway except when? |
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Definition
In an emergency or when an officer or device requires a stop where a stop is permitted. |
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Term
Parking
Any vehicle parked on the freeway for more than __ hours may be removed. |
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Definition
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Parking
If you must stop on a freeway, you should park completely off the __ and stay __ your vehicle with your __ locked until help arrives. |
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Definition
You should park completely off the pavement and stay within your vehicle with your doors locked. |
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Term
Parking
If you must stop on the freeway, your vehicle should be visible from at least __ feet in each direction and leave space for other vehicles to pass freely. |
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Definition
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Term
Steering
Keep your hands at _ and _ o'clock positions or alternatively _ and _ o'clock, with your __ on the outside and your thumbs stretched along the rim of the steering wheel. |
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Definition
9 and 3 o'clock; or alternatively 8 and 4 o'clock, with your knuckles on the outside. |
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Term
Scanning and Cushions
You should keep your eyes __ and __ the road and avoid developing a fixed stare. |
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Definition
Keep your eyes moving and scan the road. |
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Term
Scanning and Cushions
Look down the road __ to __ seconds ahead of your vehicle so you can see hazards early. |
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Definition
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Term
Scanning and Cushions
You should avoid tailgating (following too closely) by using the __ rule. |
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Definition
Three second rule.
Definition:
When the vehicle ahead of you passes a certain point such as a sign, count three seconds. If you pass the same point before you finish counting, you are following too closely. |
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Scanning and Cushions
Allow a four second cushion when you are:
- Being crowded by a __. You need the extra room ahead of you if you are rear-ended. Do not break suddenly, but take your foot off the accelerator and merge into another lane if you can.
- Driving on __ roads.
- Following __ on metal surfaces and on gravel because these types of motorists are more likely to lose control on these surfaces.
- The driver behind you wants to __.
- You are __ a __ or carrying a heavy load. Extra weight makes it harder to stop.
- Following large __ that blocks your view ahead.
- You see a __ or __ vehicle at a railroad crossing. These vehicles must stop at railroad crossings.
- Merging on to a __.
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- Tailgater.
- Slippery roads.
- Motorcyclists.
- Pass.
- Towing a trailer.
- Vehicle.
- Bus or a placarded vehicle.
- Freeway.
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Scanning and Cushions
How much cushion do you need to enter traffic on city streets? |
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Definition
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Scanning and Cushions
How much cushion do you need to enter traffic on highways? |
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Scanning and Cushions
When a vehicle cuts you off, you should try to avoid __ on your __ or __ into another lane. Instead, try taking your foot off the gas to give you more space between your vehicles. |
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Definition
Slamming on your breaks or swerving into another lane. |
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Scanning and Cushions
What should you always do at intersections even if you have the right of way? |
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Definition
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Scanning and Cushions
You should avoid driving alongside other vehicles on multilane streets even if there is no traffic coming from the opposite direction, why? |
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Definition
Because other drivers might change lanes without looking. |
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Scanning and Cushions
Why should you keep a space between your vehicle and parked cars when driving past them? |
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Definition
Because someone may step out from in between them, open a car door, or pull out suddenly. |
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Scanning and Cushions
You should make room for vehicles entering the freeway when safe.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Scanning and Cushions
You should always know what is __ you when you change lanes, back up, or are driving down a steep hill because large trucks gather speed quickly, as well as to check for tailgaters. |
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Definition
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Passing
You should always pass on the left unless:
- There are __ or __ lanes of travel in your direction.
- The driver ahead of you is turning __ and you do not drive off the roadway to __.
- Never __ on the left if the driver is signalling a __ turn.
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Definition
- Two or more.
- Left; do not drive off the roadway to pass.
- Never pass on the left if the driver is signallig a left turn.
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Passing
You should always __ before passing. |
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Definition
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Term
Passing
At highway speeds of 50 to 55 mph you need a __ to __ second gap in oncoming traffic to pass safely, or __ of a mile. |
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Definition
10 to 15 second gap; or 1/3 of a mile. |
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Passing
Oncoming vehicles appear to move slower than they are really moving. An oncoming vehicle that is far enough away generally appears to be standing still. If a vehicle appears to be moving closer to you it means? |
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Definition
It is too close for you to attempt to pass. |
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Passing
You should always make sure you have __ to return when passing. |
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Definition
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Driving in Hazardous Weather
What types of headlights should you avoid using in foggy weather? Instead you should use? |
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Definition
High beams because they will reflect back at you. You should only use your low beams. |
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Driving in Hazardous Weather
In foggy weather, if you must pull off the road, you should keep your foot off your __ and __ off your __ or someone may see your tail lights and think you are moving. |
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Definition
Brake pedal and turn off your lights. |
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Driving in Hazardous Weather
In rainy weather, you should use your __ beams. |
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Definition
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Driving in Hazardous Weather
You should use your high beams when in __ or on __ streets, but remember to dim them when you come within __ feet of another driver. |
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Definition
Open country or on dark city streets, but remember to dim them when you come within 500 feet of another driver. |
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Driving in Hazardous Weather
You should never look directly into oncoming headlights, instead look toward? |
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Definition
The right edge of your lane. |
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Term
Driving in Hazardous Weather
If you are leaving a brightly lit place and driving into darkness, you should? |
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Definition
Drive slowly to give your eyes time to adjust. |
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Term
Driving in Hazardous Weather
Roads are most slippery when? |
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Definition
Right after it starts to rain because oil and dust have not yet washed away. |
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Driving in Hazardous Weather
In a storm where you cannot see further than 100 feet ahead, you should reduce your speed to? |
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Definition
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Driving in Hazardous Weather
In hilly country, you should use your horn when you cannot see at least __ feet ahead. |
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Definition
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Driving in Hazardous Weather
You should always assume what when your view is blocked by a hill or curb? |
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Definition
That there is another vehicle ahead. |
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Term
Emergencies
If you see a collision ahead you should warn other drivers by __ on your __ or tapping your brake pedal quickly __ or __ times. |
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Definition
Warn other drivers by turning on your emergency flashers or tapping your brake pedal quickly 3 or 4 times. |
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Term
Emergencies
If you need to stop:
- Pull off the road away from all __ if possible.
- If you cannot get completely off the road, stop where people can see your vehicle from __. Do not stop just over a __ or __.
- Turn on your __ if you are not moving. If your vehicle has none, use your __ instead.
- If it is safe, lift your __ to signal an emergency.
- Place emergency flares or triangles __ to __ feet behind the vehicle. If you do not have these, stay in your vehicle until help arrives.
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Definition
- Traffic.
- Behind. Do not stop just over a hill or curve.
- Emergency flashers. If your vehicle has none, use your turn signal instead.
- Hood.
- 200 to 300 feet.
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Term
Sharing the Road
Large trucks take __ to stop. Do not move in __ of them suddenly. |
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Definition
Longer to stop. Do not move in front of them suddenly. |
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Term
Sharing the Road
Large trucks have large __ spots. If you can't see the __ in their side mirror, they can't see you. |
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Definition
Blind spots; If you can't see the driver, they can't see you. |
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Term
Sharing the Road
Always pass a large truck on the __ side and do not linger alongside it because? |
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Definition
Left side; because it limits the drivers ability to take evasive action. |
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Term
Sharing the Road
Larger vehicles appear to be moving at slower or faster speeds? |
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Definition
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Term
Sharing the Road
You should never drive through a buses safety zones, areas marked by lines or raised bumps.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Term
Sharing the Road
When can you pass a bus? |
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Definition
It's stopped at a safety zone; on the left side at no more than 10 mph.
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It's stopped at an intersection controlled by traffic lights or a police officer; at no more than 10 mph. |
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Term
Sharing the Road
Pedestrians always have the right of way.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Sharing the Road
You should yield to all emergency vehicles by moving to the __ edge of the road and __ until they have passed. |
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Definition
Right edge; stopping until they have passed. |
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Term
Sharing the Road
It is unlawful to follow any emergency vehicle within how many feet? |
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Definition
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Sharing the Road
Slow moving vehicles have an __/__ colored sign shaped like a __ to indicate that they do not usually travel more than __ mph. |
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Definition
Orange/red; triangle shaped; no more than 25 mph. |
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Term
Sharing the Road
Animal drawn vehicles have a right to the road.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Term
Sharing the Road
Bicyclists and motorcyclists are not subject to rules of the road.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Term
Sharing the Road
You should always give a motorcyclist full lane width.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Sharing the Road
If a blind person pulls their cane in and steps away from the road, this gesture means? |
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Definition
To proceed, the blind person is not crossing. |
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Term
Sharing the Road
Areas where highway construction or maintenance is going on are called __ and fines for traffic violations in these areas are doubled when workers are present. |
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Definition
Safety Enhanced Double Fine Zones. |
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Term
Cell phones are illegal while driving except when? |
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Definition
Used in conjunction with hands free equiptment. |
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Term
California's Basic Speed Law is? |
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Definition
Drive no faster than is safe for current conditions. Speed limits only apply in ideal conditions. |
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Safe Driving Tips
It is important to slow down when approaching a sharp curve because? |
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Definition
Sharp curves cause a great deal of outward pull on your vehicle and braking in a curve can cause you to skid. |
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Safe Driving Tips
When roads are covered in packed snow, reduce your speed by? |
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Definition
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Safe Driving Tips
Hydroplaning is when the road is wet and your tires lose contact with the road. What should you do when your vehicle hydroplanes? |
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Definition
Slow down by taking your foot off the accelerator, do not apply the brakes. |
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Safe Driving Tips
When roads are covered with ice, you should reduce your speed to? |
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Definition
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Term
Safe Driving Tips
If your brakes are wet, how should you dry them? |
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Definition
By pressing lightly on the brake pedal and the gas pedal at the same time so that the vehicle drives against the pressure of the brakes. |
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Term
Safe Driving Tips
Turn your headlights on __ minutes after __ and __ minutes before __. |
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Definition
30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise. |
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Term
Safe Driving Tips
Dim your high beams when you are within __ feet of an oncoming vehicle or within __ feet of a vehicle you are following. |
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Definition
500 feet of an oncoming vehicle; within 300 feet of a vehicle you are following. |
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Term
Safe Driving Tips
In general, you should turn your headlights on if visibility is less than __ feet. |
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Definition
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Term
What to Do in a Collision Where People are Injured
- There are 3 things you should do immediately after a collision where someone is injured,
- 1 thing you must do within a day, and
- something you must do within 10 days.
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Definition
- Stop and call 911. Move your vehicle out of traffic if it is not disabled and it is safe to do so. Present your drivers license, registration, and evidence of financial responsibility to the other driver or police officer.
- You or your insurance agent must make a written report to the police or CHP within 24 hours.
- You or your insurance agent must make a written report to the DMV within 10 days.
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What to Do in a Collision with
Property
- There is one thing you should do immediately after a collision with property.
- If the collision caused more than $__ in damage, you must do?
- If you injure an animal (they count as property) you need to?
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Definition
- Leave a note with your name, phone number, and address securely attached to the damaged property.
- If the collision caused more than $750 in damage, you must notify the DMV within 10 days.
- If you injure an animal, you must call the nearest humane society and the police or CHP.
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Term
Alcohol and Drugs
If an officer suspects that you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they may legally require you to take a blood or urine test.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Alcohol and Drugs
It takes about an hour for the body to get rid of each drink, depending on bodyweight and alcohol content.
True or false? |
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Definition
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Alcohol and Drugs
If you carry alcohol in a vehicle, it must be __ and __ unless it is in the trunk, and alcohol in the __ is always against the law. |
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Definition
Full and unopened; alcohol in the glove compartment is always against the law. |
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Term
Alcohol and Drugs
If you are under 21, you are not allowed to carry alcohol inside your vehicle unless? |
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Definition
Accompanied by a parent or other adult over 21, or your employer with an off-site liquor license required you to. |
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Alcohol and Drugs
- A blood alcohol content (BAC) of __% or higher is illegal for anyone.
- A blood alcohol content (BAC) of __% or higher is illegal for anyone under 21 or anyone on probation.
- A blood alcohol content (BAC) of __% or higher is illegal for anyone driving a vehicle requiring a commercial drivers license.
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Alcohol and Drugs
You may be asked to submit to a blood test even if your BAC is under the limit.
True or false? |
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Definition
True.
BAC only measure alcohol content, it does not test for drugs. |
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Term
Alcohol and Drugs
Designated drivers must be over __ and must identify themselves to which person as the designated driver? |
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Definition
21 years old; and must identify themselves to the server as the designated driver. |
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Term
Alcohol and Drugs
All DUI convictions require you to complete a what? |
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Definition
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Alcohol and Drugs
DUI convictions stay on your record for how long? |
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Definition
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Alcohol and Drugs
A BAC under the legal limit does not mean that you are safe to drive, and if you show imparement at the time you are stopped, it may be enough to convict you of driving under the influence.
True or false? |
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Term
If you buy a vehicle from a private party, you have __ days to notify the DMV. |
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Definition
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Term
If you sell or transfer a vehicle, you must report it to the DMV within __ days. |
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Definition
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Term
Out of state vehicles must be registered within __ days after you get a job and __ after becoming a resident. |
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Definition
20 days after you get a job and 10 after becoming a resident. |
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Term
Evading a police officer is a __ punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for up to __ year(s). |
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Definition
Misdemeanor; punishable by imprisonment for up to 1 year; unless you cause serious bodily harm or death during a pursuit, in which case you may be jailed for 3 to 10 years and face fines from $2,000 to $10,000. |
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Term
Bicyles operating during darkness upon a highway or sidewalk must be equipped with what? |
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Definition
Red reflector or solid flashing red light. CVC 21201 |
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Term
Vehicles proceeding at a speed less than the flow of traffic on a two-lane highway where passing is unsafe must do what when a line of 5 or more vehicles forms behind them? |
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Definition
Turn off the roadway at desginated turnouts or wherever sufficient area for a safe turnout exists. |
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Term
How much will the DMV charge for a license to a person of exonerated convictions released from prison within the previous six months? |
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Definition
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Term
- How many classes of electric bicycles have been created?
- Class 3 bicycles have a maximum speed of what?
- In order to operate a class 3 bicycle you must be how old?
- Is there any safety equipment required to operate an electric bicycle?
- Is a license, registration, or license plate required to operate an electric bicycle?
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Definition
- Three classes.
- 28 MPH
- 16 or older.
- A helmet.
- No.
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Term
Passengers of a pedicab legally drink alcohol until when if additional operation and safety equipment is used? |
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Definition
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Term
- What is the minimum damage threshold for collision reportability in 2017?
- A driver involved in a collision with property damages exceeding $1000 must do what?
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Definition
- $1000
- Submit a Report of Traffic Accidenty Occurring in California (SR1) to the DMV.
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Term
You must be at least __ years old to be left alone in a motor vehicle.
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Definition
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Term
As a minor, in order to ride in a vehicle without a child restraint system, you must be at least __ years old or __ in height. |
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Definition
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Term
Minors 6 years old and younger can be left unattended in a vehicle as long as there is another person who is at least __ years old monitoring them. |
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Definition
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Term
Can you make what kind of turn on a red light unless otherwise indicated by signage?
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Term
If a traffic signal is malfunctioning, you should approach the light as if? |
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Definition
There were a stop sign in all directions of traffic. |
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Term
- The WRONG WAY sign may be posted in conjuction with the DO NOT ENTER sign. If you see either or both of these signs, you are doing what?
- What should you do to proceed?
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Definition
- Going against traffic.
- Pull over to the side and stop, then turn around when it is safe.
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Term
A five sided sign indicates that you are near a what? |
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Definition
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Term
A four-sided diamond-shaped sign warns you of what? |
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Definition
Specific road conditions and dangers ahead. |
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Term
A white rectangular sign indicates? |
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Definition
That you must obey important rules. |
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Term
You should not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk, true or false? |
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Definition
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