11. You are about to make a left turn.

You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn. A. B. C. 50 75 100

Answer : C 12. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

A. B. C.

They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle. Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles. Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear view mirrors.

Answer :B

13. You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You
must:

A.
B. C.

Leave a note on the vehicle. Report the accident without delay to the city police or, in unincorporated areas, to the CHP. Both of the above.

Answer :C

14. Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
A. B. C. 20 mph 25 mph 30 mph

Answer :B 15. You may legally block an intersection: A. B. C. When you entered the intersection on the green light. During rush hour traffic. Under no circumstances.

Answer : C 16. When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be: A. B. C. Turned to the left (toward the street). Turned to the right (away from the street). Parallel with the pavement.

Answer :B

17. With a Class C drivers license a person may drive: A. B. C.

A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6,000 pounds. Any 3-axle vehicle regardless of the weight. A vehicle pulling two trailers.

Answer :A 18. To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from: A. Any lane (as long as it is safe)

B. C.

The lane closest to the left curb The lane in the center of the road.

Answer : B 19. If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV: A. B. C. Only if you or the other driver is injured. If there is property damage in excess of $750 or if there are any injuries. Only if you are at fault.

Answer :B 20. Roadways are the most slippery: A. B. C. During a heavy downpour. After it has been raining for awhile. The first rain after a dry spell.

Answer :C

21. You may not park your vehicle:

A. B. On the side of the freeway in an emergency. Next to a red painted curb. Within 100 feet of an elementary school.

C.

Answer :B

22. You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:

A. B.
C.

Sell or transfer your vehicle. Fail a smog test for your vehicle. Get a new prescription for lenses or contacts.

Answer :A 23. Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart: A. B. C. May be crossed to enter or exit a private driveway. May not be crossed for any reason. Should be treated as a separate traffic lane.

Answer :B 24. You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and: A. B. C. Move toward the left side of your lane. Avoid driving in the bicycle lane. Signal for 100 feet before turning.

Answer :C 25. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive: A. B. C. 75 MPH or less. 70 MPH or less. 65 MPH or less.

Answer :C

26. It is illegal to park your vehicle:

A. B. C. In an unmarked crosswalk. Within three feet of a private driveway. In a bicycle lane.

Answer :A

27. The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is: A.
B. Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel. Keep your phone within easy reach so you won't need to take your eyes off the road. Pull over to the side of the road to use your cellular phone.

C.

Answer :C 28. If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should: A. B. C. Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears. Enter the intersection and wait until traffic clears. Merge into another lane and try to go around the traffic.

Answer :A 29. You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should: A. B. C. Stop first and then proceed when it is safe. Stop before entering the right lane and let all other traffic go first. Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn.

Answer :C

30. You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:

A. At all times. Only during school hours. Unless you do not see any children present.

B.
C.

31. It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway reducing your visibility.
You should drive slower and turn on your: A. B. C. Interior lights Parking lights Headlights

Answer :C

32. If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should: A. B. C. Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane. Assume the other driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal. Assume the other driver will maintain a constant speed.

Answer :A 33. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. Most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster. You may legally drive:

A. B. C.

70 mph or faster to keep up with the speed of traffic. Between 65 mph and 70 mph. No faster than 65 mph.

Answer :C 34. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will: A. B. C. Get you to your destination much faster and safer. Increase your chances of an accident. Help prevent traffic congestion.

Answer :B 35. Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks? A. Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a boat trailer. Any vehicle with 3 or more axles or weighing more than 4,000 pounds.

B.
C.

Answer :A 36. You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if: A. B. C. A sign permits the turn. Traffic on the street moves to the right. Traffic on the street moves to the left.

Answer :C 37. A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck: A. B. C. May complete its turn in either of the two lanes. May have to swing wide to complete the right turn. Must stay in the right lane at all times while turning.

Answer :B 38. You may cross a double, yellow line to pass another vehicle, if the yellow line next to: A. B. C. The other side of the road is a solid line. Your side of the road is a broken line. The other side of the road is a broken line.

Answer :B 39. At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: A. B. C. Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously. Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming. Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason.

Answer :B 40. You drive defensively when you: A. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead. Look only at the car in front of you while driving. Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.

B.
C.

Answer :C

41. You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:
A. Closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead. Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle. No more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you.

B.
C.

Answer :B

42. All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?
A. B. Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears Adjusting your outside mirrors. Transporting an unrestrained animal inside the vehicle.

C.

Answer :A 43. Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when: A. B. You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks. The railroad crossing is located in a city or town that has frequent train traffic. You transport two or more young children in a passenger vehicle.

C.

Answer :A

44. When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper): A.
B. C. You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry. Your actions cannot result in a traffic citation. You help reduce traffic congestion.

Answer :A 45. Should you always drive slower than other traffic? A. No, you can block traffic when you drive too slowly. Yes, it is a good defensive driving technique. Yes, it is always safer than driving faster than other traffic.

B.
C.

Answer :A 46. You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions: A. B. C. Only if you see orange cones on the road ahead. Unless they conflict with existing signs, signals, or laws. At all times.

Answer :C 47. When can you drive in a bike lane? A. B. C. During rush hour traffic if there are no bicyclists in the bike lane. When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right. When you want to pass a driver ahead of you who is turning right.

Answer :B 48. You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means: A. Stop before entering the intersection as long as you can do so safely.

B. C.

Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection. Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

Answer :C 49. There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should: A. B. C. Make eye contact and then pass him/her. Slow down as you pass him/her. Stop and let him/her finish crossing the street.

Answer :C

50. A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:
A. B. C. In both directions may pass. Next to the broken line may pass. Next to the solid line may pass.

Answer :B 1. You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle: A. B. C. If the shoulder is wide enough to accommodate your vehicle If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left. Under no circumstances

Answer :C

2.

You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is: A. B. C. 15 mph 20 mph 25 mph

Answer :A 3. When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street.

A. B. C.
4.

Your front wheels must be turned toward the street. Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb. One of your rear wheels must touch the curb.

Answer :B When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving: A. B. C. At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway. 5 to 10 MPH slower than the traffic on the freeway. The posted speed limit for traffic on the freeway.

Answer :A 5. When driving in fog, you should use your: A. B. C. Fog lights only. High beams. Low beams.

Answer :C 6. A white painted curb means: A. B. C. Loading zone for freight or passengers. Loading zone for passengers or mail only. Loading zone for freight only.

Answer :B

7.

A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should: A. B. C. Stop, then proceed when you think all of the children have exited the bus. Slow to 25 MPH and pass cautiously. Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.

Answer :C 8. California's "Basic Speed Law" says: A. B. C. You should never drive faster than posted speed limits. You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. The maximum speed limit in California is 70 mph on certain freeways.

Answer :B 9. You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days. A. B. C. 5 10 15

Answer :A 10. To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ______________. A. B. C. 5 to 10 seconds 10 to 15 seconds 15 to 20 seconds

Answer :B

Question 1: What does an eight-sided sign mean? A. Yield B. Stop C. Wrong way Question 2: At an intersection with a four-way stop, which driver can go first?

A. The driver that reached the intersection first B. The driver to the left of you C. The driver in front of you Question 3: How far ahead should you look when you are on the open highway? A. About one mile B. About a quarter of a mile C. About a half of a mile Question 4: Why shouldn't you rely on another driver's signal light to turn? A. The lights may have been left on from an earlier turn B. The vehicle may be turning another way C. The lights may not be working properly Question 5: You come to a sharp crest of a hill. What should you do? A. Turn your lights on B. Turn your vehicle's radio or stereo off C. Slow down Question 6: When a large truck wants to pass you, what should you do? A. Slow down to shorten the time required to pass B. Pull over C. Speed up Question 7: What would be a reason for approaching a sharp curve slowly?

A. To save wear and tear on your tires B. To be able to take in the scenery C. To be able to stop if someone is in the roadway Question 8: Under most conditions what is a safe following distance? A. 3 seconds or more B. 2 seconds C. 1 second Question 9: How many drinks of alcohol does it take to affect your driving? A. One B. Two C. Three Question 10: How do seat belts and shoulder straps help a driver control the vehicle? A. They help you stay awake and alert B. They prevent you from getting injured in an accident C. They prevent you from sliding on your seat in sudden stops and turns, and they keep you behind the wheel if you are hit from the side Question 11: Why should you clean your headlights? A. Dirty headlights greatly reduce your ability to see B. You can increase the life of your headlights C. Keep the insects off your headlights Question 12: A traffic light with a flashing red signal means?

A. Yield B. Caution C. Stop Question 1: Drivers must yield to pedestrians: A) During inclement weather. B) At all times. C) On private property. D) Only in a crosswalk. Question 2: Speed limit signs: A) Represent the maximum speed for ideal driving conditions. B) Represent the suggested speed for the road or highway. C) Represent the maximum speed for all driving conditions. D) May be disregarded if the traffic flow is faster. Question 3: If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system you should: A) Use both the lap and shoulder belt. B) Use only the shoulder belt. C) Use only the lap belt. D) Use whichever you are most comfortable with. Question 4: If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the road during rain: A) Ease your foot off of the gas pedal. B) Try to keep the steering wheel straight. C) Do not try to stop or turn until the tires grip the road. D) All of the above.

Question 5: The blind spots where trucks will not be able to see you are: A) Directly behind the body. B) The right side of the cab from rear tractor wheels outward and around in front of the truck. C) The immediate left of the cab. D) All of the above. Question 6: A pedestrian with a white cane is: A) Blind. B) Elderly. C) Deaf. D) Handicapped. Question 7: You are approaching a school bus which has stopped on the other side of a divided highway. You should: A) Stop and wait for it to load or unload children. B) Stop, check for children, then proceed. C) Watch for children and be ready to stop. D) Stop and wait until the flashing red lights go off. Question 8: To avoid being blinded by oncoming cars at night, you should: A) Look at the right side of the road. B) Wear polarizing anti-glare glasses. C) Concentrate on the center line. D) Squint to reduce glare. Question 9: When you are behind a motorcycle, you should:

A) Ride the brake. B) Allow more following distance. C) Drive more slowly. D) Be ready to use the horn. Question 10: There is an emergency vehicle coming from behind you with emergency lights on and flashing. You should: A) Slow down and keep moving. B) Speed up and get out of the way. C) Maintain your speed. D) Pull over to the right and stop. Question 11: Reaction time is slower after: A) Drinking alcohol. B) Exercising. C) Sleeping. D) Working hard. Question 12: If you get angry or upset, you should: A) Put some relaxing music on the stereo as you drive. B) Cool off before you drive. C) Breathe deeply as you drive to get your self-control. D) Concentrate and be cautious as you drive. Question 13: While being passed in a passing zone, you should: A) Speed up to stay ahead of the vehicle. B) Maintain your speed and position.

C) Pull off the road. D) Slow down and let them safely return to the drive lane. Question 14: When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must: A) Go through the intersection before it turns red. B) Stop if it is safe to do so. C) Be prepared to stop. D) Slow down and proceed with caution. Question 15: You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant? A) 5 feet. B) 10 feet. C) 15 feet. D) 20 feet. Question 1) You should stop for a stopped school bus: a) Even when the red lights are not flashing. b) In school zones. c) When its red lights are flashing. d) On school days. Question 2) On a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction, the driver should: a) Drive in any lane. b) Drive in the left lane. c) Stay in the right lane except to pass. d) None of the above.

Question 3) If you are being tailgated, the best thing to do is: a) Move to the right lane and let vehicle pass, if possible. b) Speed up. c) Maintain your speed. d) Brake quickly. Question 4) The traffic signal turns green signaling you to proceed; you should: a) Look left and right before proceeding. b) Tap horn lightly to let others know you are moving forward. c) Accelerate immediately so you do not hold up traffic behind you. d) None of the above. Question 5) A driver under 18 yrs. of age arrested for DUI who refuses to submit to a blood alcohol content test will have their license suspended for: a) Three months. b) Six months. c) Four months. d) Eighteen months. Question 6) A solid yellow line on your side means: a) You may pass with caution. b) You may pass on the right. c) Reduce speed. d) You may not pass. Question 7) This intersection has a stop sign, a stop line, and a crosswalk. Where should you stop your vehicle?

a) At the corner. b) At the crosswalk. c) At the stop sign. d) At the stop line. Question 8) You are approaching a school bus which has stopped on the other side of a divided highway. You should: a) Stop and wait for it to load or unload children. b) Stop, check for children, then proceed. c) Stop and wait until the flashing red lights go off. d) Watch for children and be ready to stop. Question 9) In bad weather, you should make your car easier for others to see by: a) Turning on your headlights. b) Turning on your emergency flashers. c) Turning on your parking lights. d) Flash your high beams. Question 10) Your vehicle has a mechanical problem. You should: a) Signal and pull into the slow lane. b) Stop in your lane and put on your hazard lights. c) Stop in your lane, get out, and direct traffic around your car d) Put on your hazard lights and pull off the road. Question 11) If you drive too fast on a wet road, there is a danger that: a) Your own spray will obscure your vision. b) Your vehicle may pull to the right.

c) Other vehicles may not be able to see you. d) Your vehicle may hydroplane. Question 12) The following statements regarding the use of seatbelts are true, with the EXCEPTION of: a) They are not necessary if your vehicle has an air bag. b) They keep you from being thrown from the vehicle in the event of an accident. c) They prevent a human collision by holding you in place. d) They prevent head injuries, helping you remain conscious and in control of the vehicle. Question 13) The first thing that a drink of alcohol affects is: a) Vision. b) Judgment. c) Balance. d) Speech. Question 14) To pass a truck you must: a) Make sure you have room to complete the pass without excessive speed. b) Pass on a down grade. c) Go as fast as possible to race with the truck. d) Honk your horn at the driver. Question 15) You must pull over to the right and stop for an emergency vehicle with lights and siren on: a) If it is behind you. b) If it is coming towards you.

c) If it is approaching from a side street. d) All of the above. Question 16) You may not park within how many feet of a stop sign? a) 10 feet. b) 25 feet. c) 15 feet. d) 20 feet.