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Practice questions for the driver's permit test in California.
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Driving Skills
11th Grade
12/26/2010
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Term
When you make your home in California, you must apply for a CA driver license within ___ days.
 Definition
10
Term
After __ days, visitors between 16-18 years old driving with their home state permit/license must have ____ or ____.
 Definition
10; california's driver's license; nonresident minor's certificate
Term
If you drive without a valid license in CA, you can be ___, ____, and ____.
 Definition
1. cited; 2. your vehicle may be impounded; 3. you may have to appear in court
Term
If you change your name, you must bring your old DL with acceptable verification of your "true full name." You must also ______ and take a new ____ and ___.
 Definition
1. pay the application fee; 2. new picture; 3. thumb picture
Term
DMV sends a renewal notice to your address of record about ___ months before your license expires.
 Definition
two
Term
How long does a regular DL term last?
 Definition
five years
Term
With a valid Class C license, you may drive any 3-axle vehicle weighing ____ lbs or less.. or any housecar ___ feet or less.
 Definition
6000; 40
Term
When you apply for an original DL/ID card, you must present a _____ document and provide your ______ number.
 Definition
birth date; social security
Term
What % of drivers between 15 and 19 are convicted of a traffic violation in their first year of driving?
 Definition
Nearly 50%
Term
What is the most common moving violation for teenage drivers? What % of this constitutes all traffic convictions for teenage drivers?
 Definition
Speeding; about 50%
Term
What is the leading cause of death for teenagers?
 Definition
Traffic accidents
Term
If you are under 18 years old, your risk of a fatal accident is about ___ times that of the "average driver." Your risk of an injury is ___ times higher than the average driver.
 Definition
2 1/2; three
Term
The teenage accident rate per mile is __ times as great as that of adult drivers.
 Definition
four
Term
What does a red arrow mean?
 Definition
STOP.
Term
What does a flashing yellow signal mean? Do you need to stop?
 Definition
It warns you to be careful. You don't need to stop, but you must slow down and be alert.
Term
What do you do if a traffic signal light is not working?
 Definition
Proceed as if the intersection is controlled by a stop sign in all directions.
Term
What is a limit line?
 Definition
a wide white line painted on the street
Term
What do four-sided diamond-shaped signs warn you of?
 Definition
Specific road conditions and dangers ahead
Term
Who must wear seat belts in the car?
 Definition
All passengers 16+ years old and those who weigh 60 lbs or more.
Term
If you wear only a lap belt when driving, your chances of living thru an accident are __ as high as someone without a lap belt. If you wear a lap and shoulder belt, your chances are __ to __ times better to live thru an accident.
 Definition
twice; three to four
Term
More than ___ of all traffic deaths happen within __ miles of home.
 Definition
half; 25
Term
Your chances of surviving an accident are __ times as gold if you stay inside the car with a seat belt (versus being thrown out).
 Definition
five
Term
____ are the #1 preventable cause of death for children.
 Definition
Car accidents
Term
If you hit the dashboard or windshield because you did not wear a seat belt during a car accident, at 30 mph this is like hitting the ground from the top of a ___-story building.
 Definition
three
Term
Any child under ___ years weighing less than ___ lbs must be secured in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system and ride in the back seat of a vehicle.
 Definition
six; 60
Term
A child may not ride in the front seat of an airbag-equipped vehicle if the child is under __ year of age and weighs less than __ lbs.
 Definition
one; 20
Term
An air bag needs about ___ inches of space to inflate, and this is the distance you need to ride at from the air bag cover.
 Definition
10
Term
It is illegal to leave a child __  years of age or younger unattended unless he or she is under the supervision of a person __ years or older.
 Definition
six; twelve
Term
Do not drive on a sidewalk, except to ____ it at a ____ or ___.
 Definition
cross; driveway; alley
Term
____ have the right-of-way in crosswalks, even if the crosswalk is in the middle of the block.
 Definition
Pedestrians
Term
Crosswalks are often marked with ___ lines. ___ crosswalk lines may be painted at school crossings, although crosswalks in ____ areas are not marked.
 Definition
white; yellow; residential
Term
___ crashes account for more than ___ % of all reported crashes and __% of fatalities, according to the Federal Highway Administration.
 Definition
Intersection crashes; 45; 21
Term
When waiting to turn left, keep your wheels pointed ___ until it is safe to start your turn. If your wheels are pointed to the ___ and a vehicle hits you from behind, you could be pushed into oncomig traffic.
 Definition
straight ahead; left
Term
At "T" intersections without STOP or YIELD signs, ___ to vehicles on the ___ road b/c they have the right-of-way.
 Definition
yield; through
Term
A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a _______ direction.
 Definition
counter-clockwise
Term
Vehicles entering or exiting the roundabout must yield to __, _____, and ___.
 Definition
vehicles, bicyclists, pedestrians
Term
When two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither can pass, the vehicle facing ____ must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going ___ can pass.
 Definition
downhill; uphill
Term
The "Basic Speed Law" means that you:
 Definition
may never faster than is safe for current conditions.
Term
If you are driving 45 mph in a 55 mph speed zone during a dense fog, you could be cited for driving _____. You may never __________ than the posted speed limit, even if you think it is safe to do so.
 Definition
"too fast for conditions"; drive faster
Term
The maximum speed limit on most CA highways is ___ mph.
 Definition
65
Term
Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit is ___ mph on two-lane undivided highways and for vehicles towing trailers.
 Definition
55
Term
You must drive slower when there is heavy traffic or bad weather. However, if you block the normal and reasonable movement of traffic by _____, you may be given a ____.
 Definition
driving too slowly; ticket
Term
When you tow a vehicle or drive a bus, if no lanes are marked and there are four lanes or more in your direction, you may drive only in ____
 Definition
either of the two lanes closest to the right edge of the road.
Term
Within ___ feet of a school while children are outside or crossing the street, the speed limit is ___ mph, unless otherwise posted.
 Definition
500; 25
Term
When a schoolbus flashes __ lights, you must _____ until the children are safely across the street and the lights stop flashing.
 Definition
red; stop from either direction
Term
If you fail to stop while a bus is flashing red lights, you may be fined up to _____ and your driving privilege could be suspended for ___ year.
 Definition
$1000; one
Term
The speed limit for a blind intersection is ___ mph. An intersection is considered "blind" if there are __ stop signs at any corner and you cannot see for __ feet in either direction during the last ___ feet before crossing.
 Definition
15; no; 100; 100
Term
The speed limit in any alley is ___ mph.
 Definition
15
Term
The speed limit is __ mph within ___ feet of a railroad crossing where you cannot see the tracks for ___ feet in both directions.
 Definition
15; 100; 400
Term
Stop at least ___ feet but not more than ___ feet from the nearest track when the crossing devices are active or a person warns you a train is coming.
 Definition
15; 50
Term
When you should under lowering gates or around lowered gates (on a trainrail)?
 Definition
Never
Term
Near streetcars, trolleys, or buses: The passing speed limit, when safe to pass, is no more than ___ mph. This also applies at an intersecion where a streetcar, trolley, or bus is stopped AND traffic is controlled by a police officer or traffic signal.
 Definition
10
Term
Business/residence districts: The speed limit is ___ mph, unless otherwise posted.
 Definition
25
Term
If you see animals or livstock, ______
 Definition
slow down and obey the person in charge of the animals.
Term
Solid yellow lines:
 Definition
mark the center of a road used for two-way traffic.
Term
Broken yellow lines:
 Definition
mean you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.
Term
Two solid yellow lines mean ____. Never drive to the left of these lines unless you are turning ___ at an intersection, turning into or out of a _____/_____, in a carpool lane that has a designated entrance on the left, or instructed to drive on the other side of the road because your side is closed or blocked.
 Definition
no passing; left; private road/driveway
Term
Two sets or solid double yellow lines spaced 2 or more feet apart are considered a _____.
 Definition
barrier
Term
Sold white lines mark:
 Definition
traffic lanes going in the same direction, such as one-way streets.
Term
Broken white lines:
 Definition
separate traffic lanes on roads with 2 or more lanes in the same direction.
Term
If you can choose among three lanes, pick the ___ lane for the smoothest driving.
 Definition
middle
Term
If there are only two lanes in your direction, pick the ___ lane for the smoothest driving.
 Definition
right
Term
Before changing lanes, signal, look in all your mirrors, and:
 Definition

1. check traffic behind and beside you

2. glance over your left or right shoulder to make sure the lane you want is clear

3. look for vehicles, motorcyclists and bicyclists in your blind spot

4. be sure there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane
Term
When you are making a right turn and are within __ feet of the corner, you must enter the bike lane for the turn.
 Definition
200
Term
A ___ ___ lane is in the middle of a two-way street and is makred on both sides by two painted lines. The inner line is ___ and the outer line is ___.
 Definition
center left; broken; solid
Term
When you drive into a ___ area, you are driving into these areas to allow cars behind you to pass.
 Definition
turnout
Term
Left turn against a red light can only be made from a ___ way street onto a ___-way street.
 Definition
one; one
Term
To make a left turn, drive close to the ___ divider line and begin signaling about ___ feet before the turn.
 Definition
center; 100
Term
Right turn: If there is a bike lane, drive into the lane no more than ___ feet before the turn. Begin signaling about __ feet  before the turn.
 Definition
200; 100
Term
You may make a U-Turn across a _____ ____ line when it is safe and legal and in a residential district if no vehicle approaching you is closer than ___ feet.
 Definition
double yellow; 200
Term
Never make a U-turn where you cannot clearly see ___ feet in each direction because of a curve, hill, rain, fog, or other reason.
 Definition
200
Term
To avoid last minute moves, look down the road ___ to ___ seconds ahead of your vehicle so you can see hazards early.
 Definition
10; 15
Term
When you follow too closely, you are ____ someone.
 Definition
tailgating
Term
To avoid tailgating, use the "____-second rule."
 Definition
three
Term
At intersections, look ___ first, then look to the ___, then one more look to the ___.
 Definition
left; right; left
Term
Avoid driving ____; drive either ahead of or behind other vehicles on multilane streets.
 Definition
alongside
Term
It is very important to check behind you before: _____ lanes, ____ down quickly, backing up, and driving down a steep hill.
 Definition
changing; slowing
Term
Turn on the lights during the day, if it is hard to see or you can't see at least ____ feet ahead.
 Definition
1000
Term
The best advice for driving in the fog is DON'T. However, if you must drive, then drive slowly and use your ___ beam headlights. Never drive with just your ___ or ___ lights. If the fog becomes so thick that you can barely see, pull ____ off the road.
 Definition
low; parking; fog; completely
Term
Use your ___ beam headlights at night when it rains. Don't drive with only your ___ lights on. Use your ___ beams whenever possible in open country or on dark city streets, as long as it is not illegal.
 Definition
low; parking; high
Term
If another driver does not dim his/her lights, look toward the ___ edge of your lane.
 Definition
right
Term
Many road pavements are the ___ slippery when it first starts to rain or snow because oil and dust have not yet washed away. Turn on your ____ wipers, ____ and ___.
 Definition
most; windshield; headlights; defroster
Term
In a heavy rainstorm or snowstorm, you may not be able to see more than ___ feet ahead. When you can't see any further than that, you cannot safely drive faster than ___ mph.
 Definition
100; 30
Term
Any time your view is blocked by a hill or a curve, assume there is another vehicle ahead. Only pass if a hill or curve is at least ____ -___ of a mile away because you need at least that much room to pass safely.
 Definition
one-third
Term
Use your horn on narrow mountain roads where you cannot see at least ___ feet ahead.
 Definition
200
Term
Use your headlights when it is ___, ___, ___ or foggy.
 Definition
cloudy; raining; snowing
Term
If you can see an accident ahead, warn the drivers behind you by turning on your ___ flashers or tapping your brake pedeal quickly ___ or ___ times.
 Definition
emergency; three; four
Term
If you are having car troubles and need to stop, turn on your ____ flashers, lift the ___ to signal an emergency and place emergency flares or triangles ___-___ feet behind the car.
 Definition
emergency; hood; 200; 300
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
Term
If you obtain or purchase a vehicle from a private party, you must transfer the ownership within ___ days. When you sell or transfer a vehicle, report it to DMV within __ days.
 Definition
10; 5
Term
When entering the freeway, enter at the speed of ___. Do not stop before merging with freeway traffic. Any time you merge, you need a gap of at least ___ seconds. Leave ___ seconds of space between you and the vehicle ahead.
 Definition
traffic; four; three
Term
When you plan to exit the freeway, signal your intention to exit for approximately ___ seconds. Always ___ before passing. If you can see a car moving closer to you, it is probably too ___ for you to start to pass.
 Definition
five; signal; close
Term
When you can see ___ headlights in your rear view mirror, you have enough room to return to your driving lane.
 Definition
both
Term
Always signal your left or right turn during the last ___ feet before reaching your turning point, before every lane change, and at least ___ seconds before you change lanes at freeway speeds.
 Definition
100; five
Term
While the average passenger vehicle traveling at 55 mph can stop in about ___ feet, a large truck traveling at the same speed can take almost ___ feet to stop.
 Definition
400; 800
Term
Generally speaking, if you can't see the truck driver in his or her side mirror, he or she ___ see you. These blind spots are often called the "NO ZONE."
 Definition
can't
Term
Never ___ a truck in traffic to reach an exit or turn or ___ alongside a truck when passing. After you pass the truck, move ___ of it.
 Definition
cut off; linger; ahead
Term
A safety zone is a space set aside for ___ and marked by raised buttons or markers on a roadway.
 Definition
pedestrians
Term
You must yield the ___-of way to any emergency vehicle using a siren and red lights. Drive as close to the ___ edge of the road as possible and stop until the vehicle has passed. However, never ___ in an intersection.
 Definition
right; right; stop
Term
It is against the law to follow within ___ feet of any emergency vehicle which is answering an emergency call.
 Definition
300
Term
Farm tractors, animal-drawn carts, and road maintenance vehicles usually travel ___ mph or less.
 Definition
25
Term
Always allow a ___-second following distance behind motorcyclists. Allow the motorcycle a ___ lane width.
 Definition
four; full
Term
Drivers must ___ overtake bicyclists just before taking a right turn. Merge first, then turn.
 Definition
not
Term
When encountering blind pedestrians, don't stop your car more than ___ feet from the crosswalk.
 Definition
five
Term
When entering road work zones, ___ your speed and be prepared to ___ ___. The most common cause of motorist deaths and injuries in work zones is ___-___ collisions. Traffic violations in the "Cone Zone" come with fines up to $_____.
 Definition
reduce; slow down; rear-end; 1000
Term
___-shaped signs mean that the load on the truck is potentially dangerous.
 Definition
Diamond
Term
When you park on a sloping driveway, ___ the wheels so the car will not roll into the street if the brakes fail. When you park headed downhill, turn your front wheels ___ the curb and set the brake. When you park headed uphill, turn your front wheels ____ from the curb and let your vehicle roll back a few inches.
 Definition
turn; toward; from
Term
A white curb means...? A green curb means...? A yellow curb means...?
 Definition

white = stop only long enough for drop-off

green = park for a limited time

yellow = stop no longer than time posted to load or unload
Term
A red curb means..? A blue curb means...?
 Definition

red = no stopping

blue = parking permitted only for disabled people
Term
Placard abuse is punishable by a fine of up to $___ and/or imprisonment in county jail for up to ___ months.
 Definition
1000; six
Term
Never park within __ feet of a sidewalk ramp for disabled persons, within ___ feet or a fire hydrant or fire station driveway, or on or within ___ ___  feetof a rail-road track.
 Definition
three; 15; 7 1/2
Term
When you park alongside a curb on a level street, the front and back wheels must be ____ and within ___ inches of the curb.
 Definition
parallel; 18
Term
___ is slowing down to look at accidents or virtually anything else out of the ordinary.
 Definition
Rubbernecking
Term
___ down before you enter the curve and/or when there is a lot of water on the road. In a heavy rain at about ___ mph, your tires can lose all contact with the road and your vehicle will be hydroplaning.
 Definition
slow; 50
Term
When it rains, this is when roads are the ___ slippery because oil and dust have not washed away.
 Definition
most
Term
When driving on a wet road, you must...? Road packed with snow...? Ice road...?
 Definition

wet road - go 5 to 10 miles slower

packed snow - reduce speed by half

ice - slow to a crawl
Term
Accidents are more likely to happen when one driver goes ___ or ___ than other cars on the road.
 Definition
faster; slower
Term
To prevent skidding on slippering surfaces, drive more slowly and stay farther behind the vehicle ahead, slow down, avoid fast turns, ___ the brakes to slow or stop, and shift to ___ gear before going down a steep hill.
 Definition
pump; low
Term
If the brakes get wet, dry them by ___ pressing the ___ pedal and ___ pedal at the  same time so that the car drives against the pressure of the brakes.
 Definition
lightly; gas; brake
Term
When skidding due to a locked wheel, take your foot off the ___ to unlock the wheels and then straighten the low the vehicle gradually. Never turn your vehicle's ignition to the "___" position while it is still in motion or the steering will lock and you will lose control of your vehicle.
 Definition
brake; lock
Term
If you are involved in an accident, you must ___, show your driver license, registration card, and current address to the other driver. If someone is killed or injured, a written report must be given to the police or CHP within __ hours of the accident. You must make a written report to DMV within __ days if required. Leave a __ with your name address on the car if you hit a parked car.
 Definition
stop; 24; 10; note
Term
When you have an accident, report it to DMV within __ days if more than $___ in damage was done to any person's property or anybody was ____.
 Definition
10; 750; injured(killed)
Term
You must make this accident report whether or not you caused the accident. Your driving privilege will be suspended if you __ make this report and for upto __ years if you did not have proper insurance coverage.
 Definition
don't; four
Term
If you dump or abandon animals on a highway, you may be punished with a fine of up to $___, ___ months in jail, or both.
 Definition
1000, six
Term
Do not wear a headset over, or earplugs in, ___ your ears.
 Definition
both
Term
Cargo extending more than __ feet from the back of the vehicle must display a 12-inch red or fluorescent orange square flag or two red lights at night.
 Definition
four
Term
Do not transport animals in the back of a pickup or other truck unless the animal is properly ___. If you litter the roadside, the fine is $___.
 Definition
secured; 1000
Term
You must use your headlights ___ minutes after sunset and leave them on until ___ minutes before sunrise. You must dim your lights to ___ beams within ___ feet of a vehicle coming toward you or within ___ feet of a vehicle you are following.
 Definition
30; 30; low; 500; 300
Term
You must turn on your ___ if snow, rain, fog, or low-visibility require the use of ____ wipers.
 Definition
headlights; windshield
Term
If you are away from California (up to one year), you may request a free one-year extension __ your driver license expires.
 Definition
before
Term
When you move, you must give DMV your new address within ___ days.
 Definition
10
Term
It is against the law to loan your vehicle to a person who is unlicensed. If the person is caught driving, your vehicle will be impounded for ___ days.
 Definition
30
Term
When you have been stopped by law enforcement, acknowledge the officer's presence by turning on your ___ turn signal.
 Definition
right
Term
If your BAC is ___% or more (__% if under 21), you will receive a DUI.
 Definition
.08; .01
Term
If you are under 21, you may ___ have an alcoholic beverage in your possession in your vehicle. When you drive in CA, you ___ to take a test of your breath or blood if you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination or both.
 Definition
not; consent
Term
If you are convicted of driving with excessive BAC, you may be sentenced to serve up to __ months in jail and to pay a fine between $___ and $___.
 Definition
six; 390; 1000
Term
Drivers who do not have a commercial license may participate once in any ___-month period to have a citation dismissed from their driving record.
 Definition
18
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