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It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ____ or higher. 0.08% Eight hundredths of one percent 0.10% One tenth of one percent 0.05% Five hundredths of one percent |
0.08 Eight Hundredths of one percent
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You must notify DMV within 5 days if you: Sell or transfer a vehicle Are cited for a traffic violation Paint your vehicle a different color |
Sell or transfer a vehicle |
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If your cell phone rings while you are driving and you do not have a hands-free device, you should: Answer the call because it may be an emergency Let the call go to voicemail Check the incoming number before answering the call |
Let the call go to voicemail |
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Slowing down just to look at collisions or anything else out of the ordinary: Causes traffic congestion Prevents rear-end collisions Improves traffic flow by preventing collisions |
Causes traffic congestion |
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Yellow lines separate: Traffic one one-way streets Traffic moving in opposite directions on a two-way road All carpool lanes from regular traffic lanes |
Traffic moving in opposite directions on a two-way road |
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It is illegal to leave children age six or younger unattended in a vehicle on a hot day: Even if they are secured in a child passenger restraint system If they are supervised by a person who is twelve years of age or older Only if the key is in the ignition |
Even if they secured in a child passenger restraint system |
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After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to your driving lane when: The driver you just passed signals you to return to your lane You signaled for three seconds your intention to return to your lane You see the headlights of the passed vehicle in your rear view mirror |
You see the headlights of the passed vehicle in your rear view mirror |
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A safety zone is a specially marked area for passengers to get on or off buses or trolleys. You may not drive through a safety zone: Only when a bus or trolley is present Only when a bus or trolley is unloading passengers At any time or for any reason |
At any time or for any reason |
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You exit a freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should: Slow to a safe speed before the curve Slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway Wait until you have entered the curve before braking |
Slow to a safe speed before the curve |
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You may make a left turn on a red light only from a: One-way street onto a two-way street One-way street onto a one-way street Two-way street onto a one-way street |
One-way street onto a one-way street |
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This white sign means don't pass: Until after you pass the sign Unless it seems safe to do so Other vehicles for any reason |
Other vehicles for any reason |
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You can drive off the road to pass another vehicle If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left If there are two or more lanes traveling in your direction Under no circumstances |
Under no circumstances |
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When should you yield your right-of-way? Often, even at controlled intersections When it helps prevent collisions Never, it confuses drivers |
When it helps prevents collisions |
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A pedestrians starts to cross the street after the "Don't Walk" signal begins to flash. The pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green. You should: Proceed if you have the right-of-way Proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane Wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding |
Wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding |
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When a school bus with its red lights flashing is stopped ahead on your side of the road, you must: Stop until all the children have left the bus Stop until the lights stop flashing Change lanes, drive slowly, and pass cautiously |
Stop until the lights stop flashing |
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Three of the most important times to check traffic behind you are before: Backing, making a sharp turn, or crossing an intersection Backing, changing lanes, or slowing down quickly Changing lanes, crossing intersections, or slowing down quickly |
Backing, changing lanes, or slowing down quickly |
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You are driving and there are oncoming vehicles on your left and a row of parked vehicles on your right. You should steer: Closer to the oncoming vehicles than the parked vehicles Closer to the parked vehicles than the oncoming vehicles A middle course between the oncoming and parked vehicles |
A middle course between the oncoming and parked vehicles |
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You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle by: Driving as near to the right edge as possible and stopping Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed Stopping immediately, even if you are in an intersection |
Driving as near to the right edge as possible and stopping |
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You are driving on a freeway posted for 65mph. Traffic is heavy and moving at 35 mph. The best speed for your vehicle is most likely: 25 mph 35 mph 30 mph |
35 mph |
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To help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces you should: Shift to a lower gear after starting down a steep hill Speed up to enter curves and slow down to exit them Slow down before entering curves and intersections |
Slow down before entering curves and intersections |
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Flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers if you: Need to warn other drivers about a collision ahead Are temporarily parked in a traffic lane to make a delivery Are backing out of a parking space |
Need to warn other drivers about a collision ahead |
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You should signal continuously while turning because it: Is illegal to turn off your signal before completing a turn Lets other drivers know what your intentions are Is always unsafe to turn off a signal before before completing a turn |
Lets other drivers know what your intentions are |
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Drivers of large trucks often travel with a lot of space in front of their vehicle. This space is needed for: Other drivers to use when merging onto an offramp The truck driver to use for stopping the vehicle Other drivers to use when they want to slow down |
The truck driver to use for stopping the vehicle |
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A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may: Turn in that direction after showing and checking traffic Not turn in that direction until the light turns green Turn in that direction after you come to complete stop |
Not turn in that direction until the light turns green |
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Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving? If you can walk a straight line after drinking, it is safe to drive If you are under the legal blood alcohol concentration limit, your driving isn't impaired Alcohol affects your judgement, which is needed for driving safely |
Alcohol affects your judgement, which is needed for driving safely |
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You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they: Must ride facing oncoming traffic Illegally share lanes with motor vehicles Are entitled to share the road with you |
Are entitled to share the road with you |
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On freezing, wet days, which of the following roadways is most likely to hide spots of ice? Roadways near the tops of hills Roadways on bridges or overpasses Roadways paved with asphalt |
Roadways near the tops of hills |
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A red and orange sign of this shape on a vehicle always means: The vehicle has the right-of-way Slow-moving vehicle Shoulder work ahead |
Slow-moving vehicle |
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You must notify law enforcement and file a Report of Traffic Accident Occurring in California (SR 1) with DMV when: You intend to file a certificate of nonoperation for your vehicle Your vehicle is towed for parking illegally You have a collision and there is an injury or death |
You have a collision and there is an injury or death |
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Which statement is true about motorcyclists and motorists? Motorcyclists are not allowed drive faster than other traffic during congested road conditions Motorcyclists have the same rights/responsibilities as other motorists Motorcycles are heavier than other vehicles are less affected by wind/rain |
Motorcyclists have the same rights/responsibilities as other motorists |
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A curb painted blue means parking is: Allowed for no longer than 15 minutes For picking up or dropping off passengers For disabled persons with a special placard or plate |
For disabled person with a special placard or plate |
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You are approaching a green traffic light, but traffic is blocking the intersection. What is the best thing to do? Partially enter the intersection to establish your right of way Don't enter the intersection until you can completely get across Continue into the intersection and wait for traffic to clear |
Don't enter the intersection until you can completely get across |
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Smoking inside a vehicle when a person under the age of 18 years old is present is: Legal, if it is your child Illegal at all times Not restricted by law |
Illegal at all times |
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A pedestrian who is blind or visually impaired uses traffic sounds before deciding to the cross the street. If you see a pedestrian with a guide dog or a white cane waiting to cross at a corner, you should: Stop at the crosswalk and honk your horn Drive into the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine Pull up to the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine |
Pull up to the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine |
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A vehicle suddenly "cuts" in front of you creating a hazard. Which of these of actions should you take first? Honk and step on the brake firmly Take your foot off the gas Swerve into the lane next to you |
Take your foot off the gas |
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On a freeway, you should look father ahead than you would on a city street: In order to see potential hazards early Because it takes 1/4 mile to stop your vehicle completely Because it helps you keep up with traffic |
In order to see potential hazards early |
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The speed limit at an uncontrolled railroad crossing is: 25 mph 15 mph 20 mph |
15 mph |
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You are approaching an intersection at the posted speed limit when the signal light turns yellow. You should: Slow down and proceed through the intersection without caution Speed up to cross the intersection before the light turns red Stop before entering the intersection, if you can do so safely |
Stop before the intersection, if you can do so safely |
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Which of the following is true about vehicles displaying a diamond-shaped sign (indicating a hazardous load)? They are not allowed to drive on freeways They must stop before crossing railroad tracks They are not allowed to exceed 35 mph |
They must stop before crossing railroad tracks |
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You entered a designated turn lane to make a left turn at an upcoming intersection. There is oncoming traffic. You should: Move to the left of the center lane Signal before you arrive at the intersection Turn your front wheels to the left to be prepared to turn |
Signal before you arrive at the intersection
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There is a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder of the road ahead with its hazard lights on. You should: Change lanes to the left and speed up Slow down and pass very carefully Stop your vehicle until you can see what has happened |
Slow down and pass very carefully |
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If you want to pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when an oncoming vehicle is approaching: Honk your horn, then pass the bicyclist Slow down and let the vehicle pass, then pass the bicyclist Wait until the bicyclist rides off the roadway |
Slow down and let the vehicle pass, then pass the bicyclist |
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Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic? Slowing down to look at a collision scene Avoiding unnecessary lane changes Using public transportation instead of your vehicle |
Slowing down to look at a collision scene |
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When merging onto a freeway, you should be driving: At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic At the legal freeway speed limit Slower than the freeway traffic |
At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic |
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When parking your vehicle on any hill: One of your rear wheels should touch the curb Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle gear in "park" Your front wheels should be parallel to the road if there is no curb |
Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle gear in "park" |
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You must show proof of insurance to law enforcement: Only if you are involved in a collision If you are involved in a collision or stopped for a citation Only if your are stopped and cited |
If your involved in a collision or stopped for a citation |
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Check your rear view mirrors: Often to see how traffic is moving behind you To see if a vehicle is in your blind spot Only when you are slowing down |
Often to see how traffic is moving behind you |
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Which child requires a child-passenger-restraint-system? A six year old who is 4 feet 10 inches tall A seven year old who is 4 feet 7 inches tall An eight year old who is 4 feet 9 inches tall |
A seven year old who is 4 feet 7 inches tall |
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When you see this red and white sign, you should stop and: Check for vehicles in the direction you plan on going, then proceed Let all vehicles that arrive before or after you go first Check traffic in all directions before proceeding |
Check traffic in all directions before proceeding |
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When you see this yellow sign you: Are approaching a railroad crossing, prepare to stop Always stop at the upcoming railroad crossing Stop and wait for a signal before crossing the railroad tracks |
Are approaching a railroad crossing, prepare to stop |
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Which of these is safe-driving practice? Using your high-beam lights in fog Staring at the road ahead of your vehicle Checking your rear-view mirrors frequently |
Checking your rear-view mirrors frequently |
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There are five vehicles following closely behind you on a road with one lane in your direction. When you see this white sign you should: Drive to the right edge of your lane, but keep moving Slow down and signal the other drivers to pass you Drive to the side of the road into the designated area |
Drive to the side of the road into the designated area |
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Before you change lanes, you should check your mirrors and: Never look over your right shoulder Always slow down in your traffic lane Glance over your shoulder |
Glance over your shoulder |
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You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels? So they face straight ahead Right - towards the side of the road Left - towards the center of the road |
Right - towards the side of the road |
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If your drive 55 mph in a 55 mph zone, you can be given a speeding ticket: Under no circumstances because it is always legal If road or weather conditions require a slower speed Only if you are approaching a sharp curve in the road |
If road or weather conditions require a slower speed |
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The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do? Cautiously pass the vehicle at 10 mph or less Stop, then proceed when all pedestrians have crossed Change lanes, look carefully, and pass the stopped vehicle |
Stop, then proceed when all pedestrians have crossed |
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You were parked and have been waiting a long time with your turn signal on to re-enter traffic. However, traffic is heavy. You should: Continue waiting and yielding to traffic in the lane Slowly inch your vehicle into the traffic lane Drive on the shoulder until a gap in traffic appears |
Continue waiting and yielding to traffic in the lane |
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If there are two solid yellow lines dividing opposite lanes of traffic, you may: Cross over the lines to make a left turn from or into a private road or driveway Cross over the lines to pass another vehicle unless there is a "No Passing" sign posted Cross over these lines to make a U-turn when oncoming traffic is 100 feet or closer |
Cross over the lines to make a left turn from or into a private road or driveway |
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Your driving lane is next to a bicycle lane. You want to make a right turn at the upcoming intersection. You: May not enter the bicycle lane to make your turn Should only merge into the bicycle lane if you stop before turning Must merge into the bicycle lane before making your turn |
Must merge into the bicycle lane before making your turn |
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Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a: Station wagon Passenger vehicle Motorcycle |
Motorcycle |
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Which of the following roadways freezes first when wet? Bridges and overpasses Intersections Tunnels |
Bridges and overpasses |
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It is legal to drive with an alcoholic beverage container that has been opened if the container is: Under the front seat In the glove compartment In the trunk |
In the trunk |
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You want to turn left at an upcoming corner. Give the right-of-way to: Oncoming vehicles also turning left All approaching vehicles Pedestrians on the sidewalk waiting for a "WALK" signal |
All approaching vehicles |
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When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice: Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills Maintain traction by following other vehicles closely Pump your brakes to keep them from freezing |
Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills |
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You are driving on a city street and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do? Drive to the right edge of the road and slow down Drive to the right edge of the road and stop Stay in your lane, slow down, and let it pass |
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop |
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You hit a parked vehicle and cannot find the owner. What must you do? Call your insurance company when you get home Wait for the owner to return Leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle |
Leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle |
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The speed limit in any alley is: 20 mph 15 mph 25 mph |
15 mph |
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You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching with a siren and flashing lights. You should: Stop immediately in the intersection until it passes Pull to the right in the intersection and stop Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop |
Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop |
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If there is a deep puddle in the road ahead, you should: Maintain the posted speed to make it through the water Avoid the puddle, if possible Shift into neutral as you drive through the water |
Avoid the puddle, if possible |
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Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications? Most cold medicines can make a person drowsy Over-the-counter medications cannot impair driving ability if taken in the recommended dosages Medications are safe to take at any time if prescribed by a doctor |
Most cold medicines can make a person drowsy |
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Your wheels should be pointed straight ahead unless you are: Waiting to make a left at a traffic light Parked on a hill or sloping driveway Parked on the side of a leveled roadway and there is no curb |
Parked on a hill or sloping driveway |
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To turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street, start from: The lane closest to the left curb The center lane Any lane as long as it seems safe to do so |
The lane closest to the left curb |
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Which of the following is true about large trucks? Trucks have fewer blind spots due to the vehicle's height It is best to pass trucks very slowly and on the right side Trucks often appear to travel slower because of their large size |
Trucks often appear to travel slower because of their large size |
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You are required to wear your safety belt in a moving vehicle: Unless the vehicle was manufactured before 1975 Unless you are riding in the back of a pickup/carrier And failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket |
And failure to do so will end in a traffic ticket |
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This white sign means: Railroad crossing is controlled - continue at your regular speed Look, listen, and prepare to stop at the crossing, if necessary Stop at the railroad tracks and wait for a signal before crossing |
Look, listen, and prepare to stop at the crossing, if necessary |
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This red and white sign means you should: Stop and check traffic both ways before proceeding Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you wish to enter or cross Keep a steady speed and check traffic both ways |
Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you wish to enter or cross |
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A peace office is signaling you to drive to the edge of the roadway. You decide to ignore the officer's warning and flee the scene. You are guilty of a misdemeanor and can be punished by being: Fined up to $1,000 Jailed in the county jail for not more than a year Given a warning and citation |
Jailed in the county jail for not more than a year |
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The speed limit for a school zone where children are present is ____ unless otherwise posted. 15 mph 25 mph 20 mph |
25 mph |
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Instructions from school crossing guards must be obeyed: At all times During school hours only Only when children are present in front of the school |
At all times |
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To be sure a lane is clear before you change lanes, you should: Look in your outside mirrors only Glance over your shoulder into the lane you want to enter Always turn your head and look over your right shoulder |
Glance over your shoulder into the lane you want to enter |
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All of the following are dangerous. Which is also illegal? Wearing a headset that covers both ears Having one or more interior lights on Using cruise control on residential streets |
Wearing a headset that covers both ears |
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When you see this yellow sign, you should: Always stop at the crosswalk Stop at the crosswalk until the crossing guard signals you to go Be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk |
Be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk |
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You are driving in the far right lane of a four-way freeway and notice thick broken white lines on the left side of your lane. You are driving in: The carpool lane and must merge into the next lane A special lane for slow moving vehicles An exit lane |
An exit lane |
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For which of the following traffic lights must you always stop your vehicle? Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and blacked out traffic signals Solid red lights, red arrows, and flashing yellow lights Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and yellow lights |
Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and blacked out traffic signals |
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Two vehicles are approaching an uncontrolled "T" intersection. One vehicle is on the through road and the other is on the road that ends. Who has the right-of-way at the intersection? The vehicle on the through road The vehicle on the right The vehicle that arrives first |
The vehicle on the through road |
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You are on a two-way road and the vehicle ahead of you is turning left into a driveway. You may legally pass the vehicle on the right: If there is enough space between the curb and the vehicle Even if you must drive in a bicycle lane to do so Even if you must cross a solid white line painted on the road |
If there is enough space between the curb and the vehicle |
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When driving in fog, snow, or rain, you should use your: Low-beam headlights High-beam headlights Running lights |
Low-beam headlights
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Which of these statements is true about child passengers?
Children under age one should not ride in the front seat in airbag-equipped vehicles The front seat is generally the safest place in the vehicle for children six years of age or older |
Children under age one should not ride in the front seat in airbag-equipped vehicles |
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When a traffic signal light isn't working at an intersection, you should: Come to a complete stop, then proceed when it is safe Stop before entering and let all other traffic go first Slow down or stop, if necessary |
Come to a complete stop, then proceed when it is safe |
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Cargo extending more than four feet from your bumper : Is illegal under all circumstances Must be marked with a red flag or lights Does not legally have to be marked, but is a good idea |
Is illegal under all circumstances |
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You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should: Always stop before making a right turn Signal during the last 100 feet before your turn Slow down and signal as you start your turn |
Signal during the last 100 feet before your turn |
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You should adjust your rear view and side mirrors: Before you get into the vehicle Before you start driving After you start driving |
Before you start driving |
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When is it legal to use a cell phone without a hands-free device? When making a call when stopped at a red light When making a call for emergency assistance Never |
When making a call for emergency assistance |
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When you change lanes or merge with another lane, you: Have the right of way Should first stop and check for cross traffic Need at least a 4-second gap in traffic |
Need at least a 4-second gap in traffic |
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If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk in the middle of the block: The pedestrian has the right of way The pedestrian must yield the right of way Vehicles have the right of way, but drivers must legally take care for the pedestrian's safety |
The pedestrian has the right of way |
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You should always turn on your emergency flashers when: You are double parked in the traffic lane You are parked on the side of the road in heavy fog Your car has broken down on the roadway |
Your car has broken down on the roadway |
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You are driving 45 mph in a 55 mph zone. You can be cited for speeding: Only if you are approaching a sharp curve in the road Under no circumstances because it is always legal If it is unsafe for current weather conditions |
If it is unsafe for current weather conditions |
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When you enter traffic from a full stop (e.g. pulling away from the curb), you: Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 feet Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic Should wait for the first vehicle to pass, then pull into the lane |
Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic |
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Generally speaking, you are in a large truck's blind spot if you: Drive close to large truck's left front wheel Cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirror Follow no closer than ten feet behind the large truck |
Cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirror |
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You are entering a freeway. You should check traffic by: Look over your shoulder Using the inside and outside mirrors only Checking all your mirrors and turning your head |
Checking all your mirrors and turning your head |
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Parking is NEVER permitted: In a crosshatched (diagonal) pattern space: Twenty feet from a railroad track In a bicycle lane unless otherwise posted |
In a crosshatched (diagonal) pattern space |
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Before driving into an intersection from a stop, you should look: Left and right only Straight ahead and to the left Left, right, and left again |
Left, right, and left again |
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It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ____ or more. 0.08% Eight hundredths of one percent 0.10% One hundredth of one percent 0.05% Five hundredths of one percent |
One hundredth of one percent |
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A green arrow pointing to the left on a traffic light means you may: Make a protected turn in that direction Turn left or continue going straight Turn in that direction only after you stop |
Make a protected turn in the direction |
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To make a right turn onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start on the right hand lane and end in: The left lane The lane closest to the curb Any lane that is available |
The lane closest to the curb |
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If the roadway is wet and your car starts to skid, you should: Slowly ease your foot off the gas pedal Slow down by shifting to a lower gear Slow down by pumping the brakes firmly and quickly |
Slowly ease your foot off the gas pedal |
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The "three-second rule" applies to the space ____ of your vehicle. In back Ahead To the sides |
Ahead |
