California Permit Test Flashcards: DMV Handbook Rules & Signs
Study California road rules, signs, safe-driving facts, and permit-test knowledge with independently written handbook-based cards.
Sobre aquesta baralla
Study regular California Class C learner's-permit knowledge through 236 independently written cards based on the current English California Driver's Handbook and relevant California government sources.
What these cards practice
- Situation → action: right-of-way, lane use, turning, parking, emergency, collision, and safe-driving decisions.
- Sign or signal → meaning and action: distinctive text descriptions use shape, color, symbol, and wording cues for California road signs and traffic signals.
- Selective reverse recall: a small set asks for the distinctive sign or signal that matches an important meaning.
- Number in context → rule: high-value distances, speed limits, BAC limits, insurance minimums, and reporting deadlines.
- Short scenario → one next step: each scenario stays focused on one practical decision.
The sequence starts with signals and sign grammar, then combines lanes, turns, and right-of-way before progressing through speed, parking, and sharing the road. The final phase interleaves safe-driving, permit and collision, and impairment cards where needed to preserve prerequisite chains and spacing. In the checked final order, adjacent members of every mapped relationship have at least three genuinely unrelated cards between them.
The deck does not generate every possible reverse card. It includes regular Class C sharing-the-road safety involving motorcycles, but excludes motorcycle licensing and motorcycle-operation-test material. It also excludes multiple-choice answer cues, graphical sign-art recall, exhaustive penalty trivia, commercial-license material, renewal-only topics, other-state rules, and behind-the-wheel skill scoring. Text descriptions replace sign images in this version to keep the deck compact and rights-safe.
Reviewed for 2026: independently checked on August 26, 2026 against the current official California Driver's Handbook, learner's-permit requirements, online learning and test information, and applicable California Vehicle Code sections.
This is an independent, unofficial educational deck by Flashcards Open Source App. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by the California DMV, Caltrans, or the State of California. No DMV sample-test questions, answer choices, handbook prose, competitor deck text, logos, trade dress, or third-party media were copied. The CC0 label applies to the original prompts, answers, organization, and metadata to the extent applicable rights exist; it does not claim ownership of laws or public facts.
Targetes d'aquesta baralla
Targeta 1
Pregunta
What must you do at a solid red traffic light in California?
Resposta
Stop. After a complete stop, you may turn right if no sign forbids it and you yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and traffic with the right-of-way.
Targeta 2
Pregunta
What does a yellow pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road mean?
Resposta
A no-passing zone begins. Do not start a pass where the restriction applies.
Targeta 3
Pregunta
What does a diamond-shaped placard on a truck warn about?
Resposta
The load may be hazardous. Give the vehicle extra space and expect it to stop before railroad tracks.
Targeta 4
Pregunta
What does a steady raised-hand pedestrian signal mean?
Resposta
Do not start crossing.
Targeta 5
Pregunta
How do you treat a flashing red traffic signal?
Resposta
Treat it like a stop sign. Stop fully, then proceed when it is safe and you have yielded as required.
Targeta 6
Pregunta
What kind of message is usually on a white rectangular traffic sign?
Resposta
A regulatory rule. The sign states a law or instruction you must obey, such as a speed or lane restriction.
Targeta 7
Pregunta
A bicycle-crossing warning sign appears ahead. What should you expect?
Resposta
Bicyclists may enter or cross the roadway. Reduce speed, scan both sides, and allow safe clearance.
Targeta 8
Pregunta
At night, road reflectors shine red toward you. What does that usually reveal?
Resposta
You are traveling the wrong way. Reduce the danger immediately and exit or turn around when it is safe.
Targeta 9
Pregunta
What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?
Resposta
The signal is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely; otherwise, continue through cautiously.
Targeta 10
Pregunta
What does a red circle with a diagonal slash mean on a traffic sign?
Resposta
The pictured movement or activity is prohibited. The symbol or words inside identify what you must not do.
Targeta 11
Pregunta
A yellow diamond shows one lane joining another. What should you expect?
Resposta
Merging traffic. Check surrounding traffic, create space, and adjust speed smoothly.
Targeta 12
Pregunta
What do blue road signs commonly identify?
Resposta
Motorist services. They can point to facilities such as fuel, food, lodging, hospitals, or accessible services.
Targeta 13
Pregunta
What does a green arrow mean?
Resposta
You may make a protected movement in the arrow's direction. Still watch for pedestrians, bicyclists, and anyone already in the intersection.
Targeta 14
Pregunta
You see a red octagonal STOP sign. Where must you stop?
Resposta
Before the limit line or crosswalk. If neither exists, stop before entering the intersection, then check all directions.
Targeta 15
Pregunta
What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY sign with separated arrows warn you about?
Resposta
A median or divider begins ahead. Keep to the correct side as the opposing traffic streams separate.
Targeta 16
Pregunta
What do brown road signs commonly mark?
Resposta
Recreation or cultural-interest destinations. They may guide you to parks, historic sites, or similar facilities.
Targeta 17
Pregunta
What do numbers beside a pedestrian signal show?
Resposta
The seconds remaining in the crossing interval. They do not cancel a driver's duty to yield to pedestrians.
Targeta 18
Pregunta
Does a solid green light guarantee that you may enter an intersection?
Resposta
No. Go only if the intersection is clear enough to cross completely, and yield to anyone still in it.
Targeta 19
Pregunta
What action does a red-and-white inverted triangle require?
Resposta
Yield. Slow down, be ready to stop, and let road users with the right-of-way pass.
Targeta 20
Pregunta
What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS sign warn you about?
Resposta
Opposing traffic will soon share an undivided roadway. Stay right and watch for oncoming vehicles.
Targeta 21
Pregunta
A school bus begins flashing yellow lights. What should you do?
Resposta
Slow down and prepare to stop. The bus is warning that it is about to load or unload children.
Targeta 22
Pregunta
What does a red arrow require?
Resposta
Stop and do not turn in the arrow's direction. Wait for a green light or green arrow.
Targeta 23
Pregunta
Which traffic-sign shape is reserved for STOP?
Resposta
The octagon. Its unique eight-sided shape identifies STOP even when visibility is poor.
Targeta 24
Pregunta
A pedestrian-crossing warning sign appears ahead. What action matters most?
Resposta
Slow down and look for people entering or using the crossing. Be ready to yield or stop.
Targeta 25
Pregunta
What do orange traffic signs usually indicate?
Resposta
Construction or road work. Expect workers, equipment, lane changes, and unusual traffic control.
Targeta 26
Pregunta
What does a solid yellow arrow tell a turning driver?
Resposta
The protected turn is ending. Stop if it is safe; if you are already committed, finish the turn cautiously and watch the next signal.
Targeta 27
Pregunta
What does a red-and-white DO NOT ENTER sign mean?
Resposta
Do not enter that road or ramp. It faces traffic that would be moving into a prohibited direction or area.
Targeta 28
Pregunta
A yellow diamond shows a car with wavy skid marks. What should you do?
Resposta
Expect a slippery road. Reduce speed, avoid abrupt steering or braking, and leave more following space.
Targeta 29
Pregunta
What does a flashing raised-hand pedestrian signal mean?
Resposta
Do not begin crossing. A pedestrian already in the crosswalk may finish, and drivers must continue to yield.
Targeta 30
Pregunta
How should you respond to a flashing yellow traffic light?
Resposta
Slow down and proceed with caution. You do not have to stop unless conditions require it.
Targeta 31
Pregunta
A stopped school bus displays flashing red lights and a stop arm. What does that signal require?
Resposta
Stop before passing the bus and remain stopped. Proceed only after the children are safely across and the red lights and stop arm have stopped operating, unless the divided-highway exception applies.
Targeta 32
Pregunta
What does a circular yellow railroad-warning sign tell you?
Resposta
A railroad crossing is ahead. Slow down, look and listen, and be ready to stop for a train.
Targeta 33
Pregunta
You realize you have passed a WRONG WAY sign. What should you do?
Resposta
Stop moving deeper into opposing traffic and leave safely. Back out or turn around only when conditions make the maneuver safe.
Targeta 34
Pregunta
What does a flashing yellow arrow allow?
Resposta
A turn after yielding. The turn is not protected, so yield to oncoming traffic and other road users before proceeding cautiously.
Targeta 35
Pregunta
What information do green guide signs usually provide?
Resposta
Directions and destinations. They commonly identify routes, exits, distances, or places ahead.
Targeta 36
Pregunta
What does a five-sided yellow-green sign usually warn about?
Resposta
A school area or school crossing. Slow down and watch closely for children and crossing guards.
Targeta 37
Pregunta
What does an orange-and-red reflective triangle on the rear of a vehicle indicate?
Resposta
A slow-moving vehicle. Expect it to travel at 25 mph or less and adjust early.
Targeta 38
Pregunta
A traffic signal is completely dark. How should you handle the intersection?
Resposta
Stop as though every approach has a stop sign. Proceed cautiously when it is your turn and the way is safe.
Targeta 39
Pregunta
What does a WALK symbol tell a pedestrian?
Resposta
Crossing may begin. Drivers must still check and yield before moving through the crosswalk.
Targeta 40
Pregunta
What is the general purpose of a diamond-shaped warning sign?
Resposta
It warns of a road condition or hazard ahead. Adjust speed and position for the specific symbol or message.
Targeta 41
Pregunta
What does a single solid yellow centerline mean for passing?
Resposta
Do not pass when the solid yellow line is on your side and only one lane travels in your direction. The line separates opposing traffic.
Targeta 42
Pregunta
When may a driver enter a bicycle lane to make a right turn?
Resposta
Within 200 feet of the turn, when safe. Check the blind spot and yield to bicyclists before moving into the lane.
Targeta 43
Pregunta
After every vehicle stops at a four-way STOP, who goes first?
Resposta
The vehicle that arrived first. If vehicles arrive together, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
Targeta 44
Pregunta
How should you respond to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog?
Resposta
Yield completely and take extra care. The cane or guide dog indicates blindness or limited vision.
Targeta 45
Pregunta
How is a two-way center left-turn lane marked?
Resposta
Each side has a solid outer yellow line and a broken inner yellow line. The lane serves left turns from both directions.
Targeta 46
Pregunta
From a one-way street, where do you begin a right turn onto another one-way street?
Resposta
In the far-right lane. If it is safe and lawful, you may finish in any available lane moving in your direction.
Targeta 47
Pregunta
Which direction does traffic move in a standard roundabout?
Resposta
Counterclockwise. Keep moving toward your exit unless traffic conditions require you to stop.
Targeta 48
Pregunta
When turning left, which approaching traffic must you yield to?
Resposta
Any vehicle close enough to be dangerous. Complete the turn only when the gap is safe.
Targeta 49
Pregunta
May you normally cross double solid yellow lines to pass another vehicle?
Resposta
No. They prohibit driving left of the lines for passing, though a lawful left turn or U-turn may cross one set when permitted.
Targeta 50
Pregunta
When may you turn left against a red light?
Resposta
From a one-way street onto a one-way street, after stopping, if no sign forbids it. Yield to traffic and people with the right-of-way.
Targeta 51
Pregunta
Where should a normal right turn begin and end?
Resposta
As close as practical to the right edge, ending in the right lane. Watch for pedestrians and bicyclists between you and the curb.
Targeta 52
Pregunta
At a T intersection without STOP or YIELD signs, which traffic has the right-of-way?
Resposta
Traffic on the through road. The driver on the road that ends must yield.
Targeta 53
Pregunta
You are already in an intersection when an emergency vehicle approaches. What should you do?
Resposta
Clear the intersection first, then move right and stop when it is safe.
Targeta 54
Pregunta
Large broken lane markings appear beside you near a freeway exit. What should you expect?
Resposta
Your lane may exit or end. Read the signs early and merge or exit without a last-second move.
Targeta 55
Pregunta
Whose directions take priority over traffic signs and signals?
Resposta
A police officer or other authorized traffic controller. Follow their directions even when a signal says something different.
Targeta 56
Pregunta
When is a right turn on a solid red light allowed?
Resposta
After a complete stop, if no NO TURN ON RED sign prohibits it. Yield before turning.
Targeta 57
Pregunta
May you turn in front of an approaching light-rail vehicle?
Resposta
No. Wait until you can complete the turn without crossing its path; light-rail vehicles cannot stop or steer away quickly.
Targeta 58
Pregunta
How early must you signal before a right or left turn in California?
Resposta
Continuously during the final 100 feet before the turn.
Targeta 59
Pregunta
May you change lanes across double solid white lines?
Resposta
No. Treat them as a lane barrier, often beside a preferential lane or freeway ramp.
Targeta 60
Pregunta
A stationary roadside vehicle displays warning lights or devices, and no barrier separates it from the highway. What must you do before passing in the adjacent lane?
Resposta
Move to an available nonadjacent lane when practical, lawful, and safe. Otherwise, slow to a reasonable and prudent speed.
Targeta 61
Pregunta
Why should you not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk?
Resposta
A pedestrian may be crossing where you cannot see them. Stop and check instead of passing.
Targeta 62
Pregunta
How early should you signal before a freeway exit?
Resposta
At least five seconds before exiting. The handbook describes this as roughly 400 feet at freeway speed.
Targeta 63
Pregunta
What does a row of solid white triangles painted across a lane mean?
Resposta
Yield here. The triangles point toward approaching traffic and mark where you should yield or stop if needed.
Targeta 64
Pregunta
At railroad tracks, may you cross as soon as a lowered gate starts rising?
Resposta
No. Wait until the gate is fully raised, warning lights stop, and you can cross every track completely.
Targeta 65
Pregunta
A dedicated right-turn lane continues into its own lane beyond the corner. Must you obey a signal posted for that turn lane?
Resposta
Yes. A dedicated lane may otherwise flow separately from through traffic, but its own curbside sign or signal controls the turn.
Targeta 66
Pregunta
How far may you drive in a two-way center left-turn lane while preparing for a turn?
Resposta
No more than 200 feet. It is not a regular travel lane or a passing lane.
Targeta 67
Pregunta
What does a single solid white line separate?
Resposta
Lanes moving in the same direction. It discourages lane changes where staying in lane is safer.
Targeta 68
Pregunta
When a railroad warning requires a stop, how far from the nearest rail should you stop?
Resposta
At least 15 feet away. Do not proceed until the warnings end and the tracks are clear.
Targeta 69
Pregunta
Who has the right-of-way when you merge from an on-ramp onto a highway?
Resposta
Traffic already on the highway. Find a safe opening; do not assume other drivers must move for you.
Targeta 70
Pregunta
A pedestrian makes eye contact with you at a crosswalk. What should you assume?
Resposta
They intend to cross. Yield and let them complete the crossing safely.
Targeta 71
Pregunta
What checks belong in a safe lane change?
Resposta
Signal, check mirrors and nearby traffic, look over your shoulder into the blind spot, and move only when enough space is clear.
Targeta 72
Pregunta
May you cross a public-transit bus lane to make a right turn?
Resposta
Yes, where the crossing is lawful and safe. Do not otherwise drive, stop, or park in a bus-only area.
Targeta 73
Pregunta
You are already moving through an intersection when you realize you chose the wrong turn. What should you do?
Resposta
Complete the movement you started. Clear the intersection, then find a legal route back instead of stopping or swerving.
Targeta 74
Pregunta
Who has the right-of-way when you enter a road from a driveway or alley?
Resposta
Traffic, bicyclists, and pedestrians already using the road or sidewalk. Yield before entering.
Targeta 75
Pregunta
What does a broken yellow line beside your lane allow?
Resposta
Passing when safe. It separates opposing traffic, so cross only with enough sight distance and a clear path.
Targeta 76
Pregunta
What speed should you aim for when entering a highway from an on-ramp?
Resposta
At or near the speed of highway traffic. Use the ramp to build speed, then merge into a safe gap.
Targeta 77
Pregunta
On a steep, narrow road where two vehicles cannot pass, which vehicle has the right-of-way?
Resposta
The uphill-facing vehicle. The downhill-facing driver should back up because they have better control in reverse.
Targeta 78
Pregunta
About how large a gap does the handbook recommend when entering traffic from a stop on a city street?
Resposta
About half a block, roughly 150 feet. Use a larger gap whenever speed, visibility, or traffic conditions demand it.
Targeta 79
Pregunta
What do two sets of double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart create?
Resposta
A barrier. Do not drive on or across it, including for a left turn or U-turn, except through a designated opening.
Targeta 80
Pregunta
How closely may you follow an emergency vehicle using its siren or flashing lights?
Resposta
Stay at least 300 feet behind it. Do not drive into the scene or follow closer.
Targeta 81
Pregunta
You miss your intended turn. What is the safest response?
Resposta
Continue until you can turn around legally and safely. Do not make a sudden lane or direction change.
Targeta 82
Pregunta
Which traffic lane is called the Number 1 lane?
Resposta
The far-left lane. Lanes are numbered from left to right in the direction of travel.
Targeta 83
Pregunta
May you make a U-turn where you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in both directions?
Resposta
No. Limited visibility makes the U-turn illegal and unsafe.
Targeta 84
Pregunta
What does a diamond marking in a freeway lane usually identify?
Resposta
A preferential lane, commonly an HOV or carpool lane. Follow the posted vehicle, occupancy, entry, and time rules.
Targeta 85
Pregunta
Before turning right, who must you check for and yield to?
Resposta
Pedestrians and bicyclists crossing or approaching your path.
Targeta 86
Pregunta
What should you do if you miss your exit in a roundabout?
Resposta
Continue around and take the exit on the next pass. Do not stop or reverse to recover it.
Targeta 87
Pregunta
An emergency vehicle approaches with a siren and red lights. What should you do?
Resposta
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes. Do not stop inside an intersection.
Targeta 88
Pregunta
When are drivers in the opposite direction generally exempt from stopping for a school bus's flashing red lights?
Resposta
When the bus is on the other side of a divided highway, or on the other side of a highway with two or more lanes traveling each direction.
Targeta 89
Pregunta
Where do pedestrians have the right-of-way in a crosswalk?
Resposta
In both marked and unmarked crosswalks. Slow or stop as needed to let them cross safely.
Targeta 90
Pregunta
When is a U-turn allowed in a residential district?
Resposta
When no vehicle is approaching within 200 feet, or when an official traffic-control device protects you from approaching traffic at an intersection. The turn must still be otherwise legal and safe.
Targeta 91
Pregunta
About how large a gap does the handbook recommend when entering highway traffic from a stop?
Resposta
About one full block, roughly 300 feet. Treat this as a study guideline and use more space when conditions require it.
Targeta 92
Pregunta
How should you cross several freeway lanes?
Resposta
One lane at a time. Signal and repeat the mirror, traffic, and blind-spot checks for each move; do not cross solid lines.
Targeta 93
Pregunta
Where should you position your vehicle before a normal left turn?
Resposta
Near the center divider or in the designated left-turn lane. Enter only at a lawful opening and yield before turning.
Targeta 94
Pregunta
Two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who yields?
Resposta
The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
Targeta 95
Pregunta
Your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks while a train approaches. Which way should you run after getting out?
Resposta
Run diagonally toward the approaching train, away from the tracks. This reduces the risk from debris after impact.
Targeta 96
Pregunta
What do broken white lines usually mark?
Resposta
Lanes moving in the same direction. You may change lanes across them after signaling and confirming the move is safe.
Targeta 97
Pregunta
Who has the right-of-way when you enter a roundabout?
Resposta
Traffic already in the roundabout. Enter only when there is a safe gap.
Targeta 98
Pregunta
A blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the intersection. May you proceed?
Resposta
Yes, after confirming the way is clear. Pulling in the cane usually signals that the person is not crossing.
Targeta 99
Pregunta
May you enter an intersection when traffic blocks your exit?
Resposta
No. Wait until there is enough room to cross completely without blocking the intersection.
Targeta 100
Pregunta
While waiting to turn left across traffic, how should you point your front wheels?
Resposta
Straight ahead. If another vehicle hits you from behind, turned wheels could push you into oncoming traffic.
Targeta 101
Pregunta
May a lawful U-turn cross one set of double yellow lines?
Resposta
Yes. Crossing one set is allowed for a U-turn when the location, visibility, signs, and traffic make the turn legal and safe.
Targeta 102
Pregunta
What does California's Basic Speed Law require?
Resposta
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, even when the posted limit is higher.
Targeta 103
Pregunta
May you park in front of or on a curb ramp that provides wheelchair access?
Resposta
No. Keep the lowered or accessible curb completely clear.
Targeta 104
Pregunta
What is California's maximum speed on most highways?
Resposta
65 mph, unless a sign posts a different limit.
Targeta 105
Pregunta
What does a green curb mean?
Resposta
Parking is allowed for a limited time shown on a sign or painted on the curb.
Targeta 106
Pregunta
What is the speed limit at an uncontrolled blind intersection?
Resposta
15 mph. This applies when, during the last 100 feet before an intersection without stop or yield signs or a traffic signal, you cannot see for 100 feet in either direction.
Targeta 107
Pregunta
Should you keep driving at the posted limit in heavy traffic, rain, or poor visibility?
Resposta
Not automatically. Slow to a speed that is safe for the conditions under the Basic Speed Law.
Targeta 108
Pregunta
May you park in front of a public or private driveway?
Resposta
No. Keep the driveway clear for property access.
Targeta 109
Pregunta
Which way should you turn your wheels when parking on a slope without a curb?
Resposta
Toward the edge of the road, so the vehicle would roll away from traffic.
Targeta 110
Pregunta
What is the speed limit in an alley unless posted otherwise?
Resposta
15 mph.
Targeta 111
Pregunta
Who may park at a blue curb or a space marked with the accessibility symbol?
Resposta
A person with a valid disabled-person placard or special license plate.
Targeta 112
Pregunta
What is the maximum speed while towing a trailer in California?
Resposta
55 mph.
Targeta 113
Pregunta
How close may you park to a fire hydrant?
Resposta
Generally not within 15 feet. The exception requires a licensed driver in the front seat who can move the vehicle immediately; obey any locally signed or marked shorter clearance.
Targeta 114
Pregunta
What is the speed limit within 100 feet of a railroad crossing when you cannot see 400 feet down the tracks?
Resposta
15 mph. This limit does not apply when a flagger is on duty or a clearly visible installed crossing signal is not warning of a train. Stop whenever a gate, signal, flagger, or approaching train requires it.
Targeta 115
Pregunta
What is the usual speed limit in a business or residential district unless posted otherwise?
Resposta
25 mph.
Targeta 116
Pregunta
What should you do when driving slower than the normal flow of traffic?
Resposta
Use the right lane or stay as close as practical to the right edge, unless you are passing or preparing for a left turn.
Targeta 117
Pregunta
Before leaving a motor vehicle unattended on a roadway, how must you secure it?
Resposta
Set the parking brake and stop the engine. Put an automatic transmission in Park, or leave a manual transmission in gear.
Targeta 118
Pregunta
What does a red curb mean?
Resposta
No stopping, standing, or parking, except that a bus may stop in a marked bus zone.
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Targeta 119
Pregunta
What is the usual speed limit near signed California school grounds while the statutory child-present conditions apply?
Resposta
25 mph. A standard SCHOOL warning sign must be posted. The limit applies while children are going to or leaving school during school hours or noon recess, or while children use school grounds not separated from the highway by a physical barrier. Obey any lower posted 20 or 15 mph limit.
Targeta 120
Pregunta
Which way should you turn your front wheels when parking uphill beside a curb?
Resposta
Away from the curb. Let the vehicle roll back gently until the tire rests against the curb.
Targeta 121
Pregunta
What is the usual maximum speed on a two-lane undivided highway in California?
Resposta
55 mph, unless a different speed limit is posted.
Targeta 122
Pregunta
How close may you park on the approach side of a marked or unmarked crosswalk?
Resposta
Generally not within 20 feet, or 15 feet where a curb extension is present, unless local rules and markings establish otherwise.
Targeta 123
Pregunta
When parallel parking, how close should your wheels be to the curb?
Resposta
Within 18 inches.
Targeta 124
Pregunta
What should you do if an emergency forces you to stop on a freeway?
Resposta
Pull completely off the pavement if possible, use emergency flashers, and stay in the vehicle with your seat belt on until help arrives when that is the safest option.
Targeta 125
Pregunta
What does a yellow curb usually allow?
Resposta
A stop only long enough to load or unload passengers or freight, subject to posted restrictions. A noncommercial driver is usually required to stay with the vehicle.
Targeta 126
Pregunta
In heavy rain or snow, how fast should you drive if you cannot see farther than 100 feet?
Resposta
No faster than 30 mph, according to the handbook's guidance. Slow further or stop if conditions require it.
Targeta 127
Pregunta
How close may you park to a fire-station driveway?
Resposta
Not within 15 feet. If signs prohibit parking on the opposite side, keep at least 75 feet away there.
Targeta 128
Pregunta
Which way should you turn your front wheels when parking downhill beside a curb?
Resposta
Toward the curb. If the vehicle rolls, the curb can help stop it.
Targeta 129
Pregunta
What does a white curb usually allow?
Resposta
A brief stop to pick up or drop off passengers, or to deposit mail where signs permit it.
Targeta 130
Pregunta
Do bicyclists have the same basic roadway rights and responsibilities as drivers?
Resposta
Yes. Bicyclists generally follow the same traffic controls and direction-of-travel rules as drivers.
Targeta 131
Pregunta
Why should you not cut closely in front of a large truck?
Resposta
The truck needs extra stopping distance and may not be able to avoid hitting you.
Targeta 132
Pregunta
Is a motorcyclist entitled to use a full traffic lane?
Resposta
Yes. Treat a motorcycle as a full-lane vehicle even though it is smaller than a car.
Targeta 133
Pregunta
How much following time should you leave behind a motorcycle?
Resposta
At least 3 seconds, with more space when road, weather, or traffic conditions are poor.
Targeta 134
Pregunta
When may a bicyclist leave an established bike lane?
Resposta
To pass, prepare for a left turn, avoid hazards, or approach a place where a right turn is allowed. Leave only when the move is reasonably safe and signal if traffic may be affected.
Targeta 135
Pregunta
How does a large truck's stopping distance compare with a passenger vehicle's at 55 mph?
Resposta
It is longer: the handbook illustrates about 400 feet for a large vehicle versus about 300 feet for an average passenger vehicle.
Targeta 136
Pregunta
How should you approach a work zone where lanes merge?
Resposta
Slow early and merge as signs, markings, or a flagger direct. Avoid sudden lane changes.
Targeta 137
Pregunta
What minimum clearance should you leave when passing a bicyclist?
Resposta
At least 3 feet between any part of your vehicle and any part of the bicycle or rider.
Targeta 138
Pregunta
What is the speed limit when passing a bus, streetcar, or trolley stopped at a safety zone or traffic light?
Resposta
No more than 10 mph, when it is safe to pass.
Targeta 139
Pregunta
What front light must a bicycle have when used at night?
Resposta
A white light that illuminates the way and is visible from 300 feet in front and from the sides. A compliant rider-worn lamp may be used instead.
Targeta 140
Pregunta
Why can an approaching motorcycle's speed be difficult to judge?
Resposta
Its small profile makes it look farther away or slower than it is. Check carefully before entering its path.
Targeta 141
Pregunta
How can you tell that a truck driver may not see you?
Resposta
If you cannot see the driver's face in a side mirror, the driver probably cannot see your vehicle.
Targeta 142
Pregunta
On what roads may a neighborhood electric vehicle usually operate?
Resposta
Roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less, unless local signs or rules prohibit it.
Targeta 143
Pregunta
What is motorcycle lane splitting?
Resposta
Riding between rows of vehicles traveling in the same direction. It is legal in California when done safely.
Targeta 144
Pregunta
What must you check before merging into a bike lane for a turn?
Resposta
Check mirrors and your blind spot for bicyclists, then yield to anyone already in the lane.
Targeta 145
Pregunta
Who must wear a bicycle helmet in California?
Resposta
Anyone under 18 riding a bicycle on a public road, bikeway, or public bicycle path or trail.
Targeta 146
Pregunta
On which side should you normally pass a large truck?
Resposta
On the left, where the driver can see you better. Complete the pass without lingering beside the truck.
Targeta 147
Pregunta
What should you do when you cannot give a bicyclist 3 feet of passing clearance?
Resposta
Slow to a reasonable, prudent speed and pass only when doing so will not endanger the bicyclist.
Targeta 148
Pregunta
What rear visibility equipment must a bicycle have at night?
Resposta
A red reflector or solid or flashing red light with a built-in reflector, visible from 500 feet behind.
Targeta 149
Pregunta
How fast can a neighborhood electric vehicle legally travel?
Resposta
Up to 25 mph.
Targeta 150
Pregunta
A person leading or riding an animal signals you to slow or stop. What should you do?
Resposta
Follow the person's direction. Slow down or stop and avoid noises or movements that could frighten the animal.
Targeta 151
Pregunta
May a driver pass or crowd a motorcycle within the same lane?
Resposta
No. Give the motorcycle the full lane; do not try to pass it within that lane.
Targeta 152
Pregunta
Which direction should a bicyclist travel on a roadway?
Resposta
In the same direction as vehicle traffic, not against it.
Targeta 153
Pregunta
A bicyclist is ahead in your lane, and another same-direction lane is available. What should you do before passing?
Resposta
Change into the available lane when the move is practical, lawful, and safe.
Targeta 154
Pregunta
When must a slow driver use a turnout on a two-lane road?
Resposta
When five or more vehicles are following, passing is unsafe, and a designated turnout or safe area is available.
Targeta 155
Pregunta
May you drive through a safety zone set aside for streetcar or trolley passengers?
Resposta
No. A safety zone is marked for pedestrians and is not a traffic lane.
Targeta 156
Pregunta
Where are a large truck's major blind spots?
Resposta
Directly in front, directly behind, and along both sides, with a larger blind area on the right.
Targeta 157
Pregunta
How should you respond to a work-zone flagger?
Resposta
Obey the flagger's directions, slow down, and be ready to stop even if other traffic controls suggest otherwise.
Targeta 158
Pregunta
Why should you avoid squeezing beside a truck that is turning right?
Resposta
The truck may swing left before turning and then track across adjacent space on the right.
Targeta 159
Pregunta
Before opening a street-side vehicle door, what should you check?
Resposta
Look for approaching bicyclists, motorcycles, and other traffic. Open the door only when it is safe.
Targeta 160
Pregunta
May a driver intentionally block a motorcyclist who is lane splitting?
Resposta
No. Intentionally blocking or impeding a motorcyclist in a way that could cause harm is illegal.
Targeta 161
Pregunta
How far ahead should you scan while driving in city traffic?
Resposta
At least 10 seconds ahead, so you can identify hazards before they demand a sudden reaction.
Targeta 162
Pregunta
Which headlights should you use in fog?
Resposta
Low beams. High beams reflect from fog and reduce visibility.
Targeta 163
Pregunta
How must a child under age 2 usually ride in California?
Resposta
In a rear-facing child restraint, unless the child weighs at least 40 pounds or is at least 40 inches tall.
Targeta 164
Pregunta
How fast should you drive on ice?
Resposta
No faster than 5 mph, according to the handbook's safety guidance, and only when travel is necessary.
Targeta 165
Pregunta
How may an adult driver operate a properly mounted phone?
Resposta
With one tap or swipe that does not require holding the phone, such as to activate a hands-free feature.
Targeta 166
Pregunta
What is the minimum following-time guideline in good conditions?
Resposta
At least 3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead.
Targeta 167
Pregunta
When must you dim high beams for an approaching vehicle?
Resposta
Within 500 feet of the oncoming vehicle.
Targeta 168
Pregunta
How far should a driver sit from a steering-wheel airbag?
Resposta
At least 10 inches between the center of the chest and the airbag cover, while still controlling the vehicle safely.
Targeta 169
Pregunta
What should you do when water covers the road ahead?
Resposta
Turn around and use another route. Water may be deeper or faster than it appears.
Targeta 170
Pregunta
How should packed snow affect your speed?
Resposta
Reduce speed by about half, according to the handbook's safety guideline.
Targeta 171
Pregunta
May a driver wear a headset or earplugs in both ears?
Resposta
No. Covering both ears is generally illegal because it can block traffic sounds; limited safety and medical exceptions apply.
Targeta 172
Pregunta
What is the safest response to a driver who is tailgating you?
Resposta
Create more space ahead, avoid sudden braking, and let the driver pass when you can do so safely.
Targeta 173
Pregunta
What should you check before driving after taking medicine?
Resposta
Read the warning label and ask a doctor or pharmacist whether it can impair driving.
Targeta 174
Pregunta
When must you dim high beams while following another vehicle?
Resposta
Within 300 feet of the vehicle ahead.
Targeta 175
Pregunta
Where must a child under age 8 usually be secured?
Resposta
In an appropriate child passenger restraint in a rear seat, subject to limited statutory exceptions.
Targeta 176
Pregunta
What should you check before slowing down suddenly?
Resposta
Check your mirrors for traffic behind you, then brake in a controlled way when the situation allows.
Targeta 177
Pregunta
How should you respond to a slippery-surface skid?
Resposta
Ease off the accelerator. Do not brake; steer in the direction of the skid until you regain control.
Targeta 178
Pregunta
What limits your safe speed at night?
Resposta
The distance illuminated by your headlights. Drive slowly enough to stop within the visible area.
Targeta 179
Pregunta
When may a child use a properly fitted safety belt instead of a child restraint?
Resposta
At age 8 or when at least 4 feet 9 inches tall.
Targeta 180
Pregunta
What should you do when you become sleepy while driving?
Resposta
Leave the road safely and rest. Opening a window or turning up music does not reliably restore alertness.
Targeta 181
Pregunta
What is your first legal duty after being involved in a collision?
Resposta
Stop. Leaving the scene can be a hit-and-run offense.
Targeta 182
Pregunta
Your wheels drift off the pavement. How should you return to the road?
Resposta
Ease off the accelerator, brake gently, and return only after slowing and checking that the lane is clear.
Targeta 183
Pregunta
During the first 12 months of a provisional license, may a minor carry passengers under 20 without an adult?
Resposta
Generally no. A licensed parent, guardian, driving instructor, or driver age 25 or older must accompany them unless a legal exception applies.
Targeta 184
Pregunta
May an adult driver hold and operate a phone while driving?
Resposta
No. The phone must be used hands-free in a legally permitted way.
Targeta 185
Pregunta
When weather requires continuous windshield-wiper use, what lighting rule applies?
Resposta
Turn on at least two headlamps and use low beams. The headlamp requirement is law; low beams are the DMV's adverse-weather driving guidance.
Targeta 186
Pregunta
Must a driver carry proof of financial responsibility?
Resposta
Yes. Keep proof of insurance or another accepted form of financial responsibility in the vehicle and show it when lawfully requested.
Targeta 187
Pregunta
How long must a minor usually hold a provisional permit before taking the driving test?
Resposta
At least 6 months.
Targeta 188
Pregunta
Why is a shoulder check necessary before changing lanes?
Resposta
Mirrors do not show every blind spot. A quick look over your shoulder confirms the adjacent lane is clear.
Targeta 189
Pregunta
What should you do if a tire suddenly blows out?
Resposta
Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, avoid hard braking, and slow before moving off the road.
Targeta 190
Pregunta
Who must wear a seat belt in a moving passenger vehicle?
Resposta
The driver and all passengers, using a properly fitted restraint.
Targeta 191
Pregunta
When should you use emergency flashers while driving?
Resposta
To warn others of an immediate hazard or unusually slow or stopped traffic, not as permission to park illegally.
Targeta 192
Pregunta
How much does the handbook suggest reducing speed on a wet road?
Resposta
About 5 to 10 mph below the usual speed, with a greater reduction if conditions demand it.
Targeta 193
Pregunta
What are California's minimum liability-insurance limits for current policies?
Resposta
$30,000 for injury or death to one person, $60,000 per collision for multiple people, and $15,000 for property damage.
Targeta 194
Pregunta
How should strong crosswinds change your driving?
Resposta
Slow down, keep a firm grip on the wheel, and avoid cruise control so you can respond quickly.
Targeta 195
Pregunta
May a child age 6 or younger be left alone in a vehicle with the engine running?
Resposta
No. A responsible person age 12 or older must supervise the child when the engine is running or other significant danger exists.
Targeta 196
Pregunta
What should you try if the accelerator becomes stuck?
Resposta
Shift to Neutral, apply the brakes, keep your eyes on the road, warn other drivers, and steer off the road safely. Turn off the ignition only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Targeta 197
Pregunta
What is the minimum age to apply for a California provisional instruction permit?
Resposta
15½ years old.
Targeta 198
Pregunta
After stopping at a collision, what should you do if someone is injured?
Resposta
Call 911, provide reasonable assistance, and follow emergency instructions without moving an injured person unless necessary for safety.
Targeta 199
Pregunta
When are wet roads often most slippery?
Resposta
During the first several minutes of rain, when water mixes with oil and dust on the pavement.
Targeta 200
Pregunta
How much supervised practice must a minor complete before the driving test?
Resposta
At least 50 hours, including 10 hours at night.
Targeta 201
Pregunta
What score is needed to pass the California permit knowledge test?
Resposta
At least 80%.
Targeta 202
Pregunta
May a driver under 18 use a phone hands-free while driving?
Resposta
No. A minor may use a phone only for an emergency call permitted by law.
Targeta 203
Pregunta
When should you increase the usual 3-second following gap?
Resposta
When visibility, weather, traffic, road surface, or the vehicle ahead makes stopping harder.
Targeta 204
Pregunta
What should you do with a drivable vehicle after a collision with no injuries?
Resposta
Move it out of traffic to a safe nearby location when you can do so safely.
Targeta 205
Pregunta
Can an applicant older than 17 years 6 months but under 18 get a California instruction permit without driver education?
Resposta
Yes. They may get the permit without driver-education or driver-training certificates, but cannot take the driving test until age 18.
Targeta 206
Pregunta
What should you do when glare from oncoming headlights makes it hard to see?
Resposta
Look toward the right edge of your lane and use it as a guide until the vehicle passes.
Targeta 207
Pregunta
Who must sign the license or permit application for an applicant under 18?
Resposta
A parent or legal guardian who accepts financial responsibility. If the parents or guardians have joint custody, both must sign.
Targeta 208
Pregunta
What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane?
Resposta
Ease off the accelerator, slow gradually, and do not brake until the tires regain traction.
Targeta 209
Pregunta
During the first 12 months of a provisional license, when is a minor generally prohibited from driving alone at night?
Resposta
Between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. Unless a statutory exception applies, the minor must be supervised by a licensed parent or guardian, a licensed driver age 25 or older, or a licensed or certified driving instructor.
Targeta 210
Pregunta
What information should drivers exchange after a collision?
Resposta
Names, current addresses, driver-license details, vehicle registration, and insurance information.
Targeta 211
Pregunta
What driver-education proof does an otherwise eligible applicant age 17 years 6 months or younger need for a California provisional permit?
Resposta
Proof of completed driver education or enrollment and participation in an approved integrated driver education and training program.
Targeta 212
Pregunta
What substances can lead to a DUI charge in California?
Resposta
Alcohol, cannabis, illegal drugs, prescription medicine, over-the-counter medicine, or any combination that impairs safe driving.
Targeta 213
Pregunta
May a passenger drink alcohol while riding in a private vehicle?
Resposta
Generally no. Exceptions include passengers in the living quarters of a housecar or camper and in specified licensed buses, taxis, or limousines for hire.
Targeta 214
Pregunta
When must a collision involving injury or death be reported to law enforcement?
Resposta
Within 24 hours. The driver must make or cause a written report to CHP or, for a collision in a city, CHP or that city's police department. An insurance agent, broker, or legal representative may file it.
Targeta 215
Pregunta
What BAC triggers California's zero-tolerance rule for drivers under 21?
Resposta
0.01% or higher.
Targeta 216
Pregunta
How long is a California driver's-license application normally valid?
Resposta
12 months from the application date.
Targeta 217
Pregunta
When does an under-18 provisional permit become valid for practice driving?
Resposta
After at least one hour of behind-the-wheel training, when the professional driving instructor signs it.
Targeta 218
Pregunta
Do coffee, cold showers, or exercise make an impaired driver sober?
Resposta
No. They may change how awake someone feels, but only time lowers the alcohol in the body.
Targeta 219
Pregunta
How long does a California DUI conviction remain relevant as a prior offense?
Resposta
10 years. A later DUI within that period can bring more severe consequences.
Targeta 220
Pregunta
Does legal recreational cannabis make it legal to drive while impaired?
Resposta
No. Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal.
Targeta 221
Pregunta
Who must supervise a minor practicing with a California instruction permit?
Resposta
A California-licensed parent, guardian, spouse, licensed or certified driving instructor, or another California-licensed adult age 25 or older. The supervisor's California driving privilege must not be on probation, and they must stay close enough to take control.
Targeta 222
Pregunta
When must a driver submit an SR-1 after a collision?
Resposta
Within 10 days if anyone is injured or killed, or damage to any one person's property exceeds $1,000, regardless of fault. This report is not required when the involved vehicle was owned or leased by, or under the direction of, the United States, California, another state, or a local agency.
Targeta 223
Pregunta
At what BAC is it unlawful for most drivers age 21 or older to drive?
Resposta
0.08% or higher.
Targeta 224
Pregunta
What servings contain roughly the same amount of alcohol as one standard drink?
Resposta
About 12 ounces of 5% beer, 5 ounces of 12% wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor.
Targeta 225
Pregunta
What is the safest plan when an event may involve alcohol or impairing drugs?
Resposta
Arrange a sober driver, public transit, a taxi, or a ride service before impairment begins.
Targeta 226
Pregunta
What is the usual license consequence for a first refusal of a required post-arrest chemical test?
Resposta
A one-year suspension, separate from any criminal case.
Targeta 227
Pregunta
Can a legally prescribed medicine make driving illegal?
Resposta
Yes. You may not drive when any medicine impairs your ability to operate the vehicle safely.
Targeta 228
Pregunta
Where should an opened cannabis container normally be carried in a vehicle?
Resposta
In the trunk or another area where passengers do not sit. A qualified patient carrying a current identification card or physician's recommendation may keep a previously opened container in the passenger area only when it is sealed, resealed, or closed.
Targeta 229
Pregunta
Does eating food prevent alcohol impairment?
Resposta
No. Food may slow absorption, but it does not stop alcohol from entering the bloodstream.
Targeta 230
Pregunta
What BAC is prohibited while a driver is on DUI probation?
Resposta
0.01% or higher.
Targeta 231
Pregunta
What does California's implied-consent law require after a lawful DUI arrest?
Resposta
After an alcohol-DUI arrest, the driver must take a breath or blood test. When drug impairment is reasonably suspected, an additional blood test may be required; urine is used only in limited statutory circumstances.
Targeta 232
Pregunta
Where should an opened alcohol container be stored in a vehicle?
Resposta
In the trunk. If the vehicle has no trunk, keep it in an area not normally occupied by the driver or passengers. A glove or utility compartment does not qualify.
Targeta 233
Pregunta
What is the only reliable way to remove alcohol from your body?
Resposta
Time. The liver needs time to process alcohol; shortcuts do not speed that process safely.
Targeta 234
Pregunta
Why is mixing alcohol with medicine or other drugs especially dangerous?
Resposta
The combined impairment can be stronger and less predictable than either substance alone.
Targeta 235
Pregunta
Can an adult be arrested for DUI with a BAC below 0.08%?
Resposta
Yes. Any BAC can support a DUI case when alcohol has made the person unable to drive safely.
Targeta 236
Pregunta
May an officer require a driver under 21 who is lawfully detained for suspected alcohol use to take a preliminary screening test?
Resposta
Yes. Refusing the preliminary alcohol screening or another required test can cause a license suspension.
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