California Permit Test Flashcards: DMV Handbook Rules & Signs

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1. Carte 1

   Question

   What must you do at a solid red traffic light in California?

   Réponse

   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.

2. Carte 2

   Question

   What does a yellow pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road mean?

   Réponse

   A no-passing zone begins. Do not start a pass where the restriction applies.

3. Carte 3

   Question

   What does a diamond-shaped placard on a truck warn about?

   Réponse

   The load may be hazardous. Give the vehicle extra space and expect it to stop before railroad tracks.

4. Carte 4

   Question

   What does a steady raised-hand pedestrian signal mean?

   Réponse

   Do not start crossing.

5. Carte 5

   Question

   How do you treat a flashing red traffic signal?

   Réponse

   Treat it like a stop sign. Stop fully, then proceed when it is safe and you have yielded as required.

6. Carte 6

   Question

   What kind of message is usually on a white rectangular traffic sign?

   Réponse

   A regulatory rule. The sign states a law or instruction you must obey, such as a speed or lane restriction.

7. Carte 7

   Question

   A bicycle-crossing warning sign appears ahead. What should you expect?

   Réponse

   Bicyclists may enter or cross the roadway. Reduce speed, scan both sides, and allow safe clearance.

8. Carte 8

   Question

   At night, road reflectors shine red toward you. What does that usually reveal?

   Réponse

   You are traveling the wrong way. Reduce the danger immediately and exit or turn around when it is safe.

9. Carte 9

   Question

   What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?

   Réponse

   The signal is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely; otherwise, continue through cautiously.

10. Carte 10

    Question

    What does a red circle with a diagonal slash mean on a traffic sign?

    Réponse

    The pictured movement or activity is prohibited. The symbol or words inside identify what you must not do.

11. Carte 11

    Question

    A yellow diamond shows one lane joining another. What should you expect?

    Réponse

    Merging traffic. Check surrounding traffic, create space, and adjust speed smoothly.

12. Carte 12

    Question

    What do blue road signs commonly identify?

    Réponse

    Motorist services. They can point to facilities such as fuel, food, lodging, hospitals, or accessible services.

13. Carte 13

    Question

    What does a green arrow mean?

    Réponse

    You may make a protected movement in the arrow's direction. Still watch for pedestrians, bicyclists, and anyone already in the intersection.

14. Carte 14

    Question

    You see a red octagonal STOP sign. Where must you stop?

    Réponse

    Before the limit line or crosswalk. If neither exists, stop before entering the intersection, then check all directions.

15. Carte 15

    Question

    What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY sign with separated arrows warn you about?

    Réponse

    A median or divider begins ahead. Keep to the correct side as the opposing traffic streams separate.

16. Carte 16

    Question

    What do brown road signs commonly mark?

    Réponse

    Recreation or cultural-interest destinations. They may guide you to parks, historic sites, or similar facilities.

17. Carte 17

    Question

    What do numbers beside a pedestrian signal show?

    Réponse

    The seconds remaining in the crossing interval. They do not cancel a driver's duty to yield to pedestrians.

18. Carte 18

    Question

    Does a solid green light guarantee that you may enter an intersection?

    Réponse

    No. Go only if the intersection is clear enough to cross completely, and yield to anyone still in it.

19. Carte 19

    Question

    What action does a red-and-white inverted triangle require?

    Réponse

    Yield. Slow down, be ready to stop, and let road users with the right-of-way pass.

20. Carte 20

    Question

    What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS sign warn you about?

    Réponse

    Opposing traffic will soon share an undivided roadway. Stay right and watch for oncoming vehicles.

21. Carte 21

    Question

    A school bus begins flashing yellow lights. What should you do?

    Réponse

    Slow down and prepare to stop. The bus is warning that it is about to load or unload children.

22. Carte 22

    Question

    What does a red arrow require?

    Réponse

    Stop and do not turn in the arrow's direction. Wait for a green light or green arrow.

23. Carte 23

    Question

    Which traffic-sign shape is reserved for STOP?

    Réponse

    The octagon. Its unique eight-sided shape identifies STOP even when visibility is poor.

24. Carte 24

    Question

    A pedestrian-crossing warning sign appears ahead. What action matters most?

    Réponse

    Slow down and look for people entering or using the crossing. Be ready to yield or stop.

25. Carte 25

    Question

    What do orange traffic signs usually indicate?

    Réponse

    Construction or road work. Expect workers, equipment, lane changes, and unusual traffic control.

26. Carte 26

    Question

    What does a solid yellow arrow tell a turning driver?

    Réponse

    The protected turn is ending. Stop if it is safe; if you are already committed, finish the turn cautiously and watch the next signal.

27. Carte 27

    Question

    What does a red-and-white DO NOT ENTER sign mean?

    Réponse

    Do not enter that road or ramp. It faces traffic that would be moving into a prohibited direction or area.

28. Carte 28

    Question

    A yellow diamond shows a car with wavy skid marks. What should you do?

    Réponse

    Expect a slippery road. Reduce speed, avoid abrupt steering or braking, and leave more following space.

29. Carte 29

    Question

    What does a flashing raised-hand pedestrian signal mean?

    Réponse

    Do not begin crossing. A pedestrian already in the crosswalk may finish, and drivers must continue to yield.

30. Carte 30

    Question

    How should you respond to a flashing yellow traffic light?

    Réponse

    Slow down and proceed with caution. You do not have to stop unless conditions require it.

31. Carte 31

    Question

    A stopped school bus displays flashing red lights and a stop arm. What does that signal require?

    Réponse

    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.

32. Carte 32

    Question

    What does a circular yellow railroad-warning sign tell you?

    Réponse

    A railroad crossing is ahead. Slow down, look and listen, and be ready to stop for a train.

33. Carte 33

    Question

    You realize you have passed a WRONG WAY sign. What should you do?

    Réponse

    Stop moving deeper into opposing traffic and leave safely. Back out or turn around only when conditions make the maneuver safe.

34. Carte 34

    Question

    What does a flashing yellow arrow allow?

    Réponse

    A turn after yielding. The turn is not protected, so yield to oncoming traffic and other road users before proceeding cautiously.

35. Carte 35

    Question

    What information do green guide signs usually provide?

    Réponse

    Directions and destinations. They commonly identify routes, exits, distances, or places ahead.

36. Carte 36

    Question

    What does a five-sided yellow-green sign usually warn about?

    Réponse

    A school area or school crossing. Slow down and watch closely for children and crossing guards.

37. Carte 37

    Question

    What does an orange-and-red reflective triangle on the rear of a vehicle indicate?

    Réponse

    A slow-moving vehicle. Expect it to travel at 25 mph or less and adjust early.

38. Carte 38

    Question

    A traffic signal is completely dark. How should you handle the intersection?

    Réponse

    Stop as though every approach has a stop sign. Proceed cautiously when it is your turn and the way is safe.

39. Carte 39

    Question

    What does a WALK symbol tell a pedestrian?

    Réponse

    Crossing may begin. Drivers must still check and yield before moving through the crosswalk.

40. Carte 40

    Question

    What is the general purpose of a diamond-shaped warning sign?

    Réponse

    It warns of a road condition or hazard ahead. Adjust speed and position for the specific symbol or message.

41. Carte 41

    Question

    What does a single solid yellow centerline mean for passing?

    Réponse

    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.

42. Carte 42

    Question

    When may a driver enter a bicycle lane to make a right turn?

    Réponse

    Within 200 feet of the turn, when safe. Check the blind spot and yield to bicyclists before moving into the lane.

43. Carte 43

    Question

    After every vehicle stops at a four-way STOP, who goes first?

    Réponse

    The vehicle that arrived first. If vehicles arrive together, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

44. Carte 44

    Question

    How should you respond to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog?

    Réponse

    Yield completely and take extra care. The cane or guide dog indicates blindness or limited vision.

45. Carte 45

    Question

    How is a two-way center left-turn lane marked?

    Réponse

    Each side has a solid outer yellow line and a broken inner yellow line. The lane serves left turns from both directions.

46. Carte 46

    Question

    From a one-way street, where do you begin a right turn onto another one-way street?

    Réponse

    In the far-right lane. If it is safe and lawful, you may finish in any available lane moving in your direction.

47. Carte 47

    Question

    Which direction does traffic move in a standard roundabout?

    Réponse

    Counterclockwise. Keep moving toward your exit unless traffic conditions require you to stop.

48. Carte 48

    Question

    When turning left, which approaching traffic must you yield to?

    Réponse

    Any vehicle close enough to be dangerous. Complete the turn only when the gap is safe.

49. Carte 49

    Question

    May you normally cross double solid yellow lines to pass another vehicle?

    Réponse

    No. They prohibit driving left of the lines for passing, though a lawful left turn or U-turn may cross one set when permitted.

50. Carte 50

    Question

    When may you turn left against a red light?

    Réponse

    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.

51. Carte 51

    Question

    Where should a normal right turn begin and end?

    Réponse

    As close as practical to the right edge, ending in the right lane. Watch for pedestrians and bicyclists between you and the curb.

52. Carte 52

    Question

    At a T intersection without STOP or YIELD signs, which traffic has the right-of-way?

    Réponse

    Traffic on the through road. The driver on the road that ends must yield.

53. Carte 53

    Question

    You are already in an intersection when an emergency vehicle approaches. What should you do?

    Réponse

    Clear the intersection first, then move right and stop when it is safe.

54. Carte 54

    Question

    Large broken lane markings appear beside you near a freeway exit. What should you expect?

    Réponse

    Your lane may exit or end. Read the signs early and merge or exit without a last-second move.

55. Carte 55

    Question

    Whose directions take priority over traffic signs and signals?

    Réponse

    A police officer or other authorized traffic controller. Follow their directions even when a signal says something different.

56. Carte 56

    Question

    When is a right turn on a solid red light allowed?

    Réponse

    After a complete stop, if no NO TURN ON RED sign prohibits it. Yield before turning.

57. Carte 57

    Question

    May you turn in front of an approaching light-rail vehicle?

    Réponse

    No. Wait until you can complete the turn without crossing its path; light-rail vehicles cannot stop or steer away quickly.

58. Carte 58

    Question

    How early must you signal before a right or left turn in California?

    Réponse

    Continuously during the final 100 feet before the turn.

59. Carte 59

    Question

    May you change lanes across double solid white lines?

    Réponse

    No. Treat them as a lane barrier, often beside a preferential lane or freeway ramp.

60. Carte 60

    Question

    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?

    Réponse

    Move to an available nonadjacent lane when practical, lawful, and safe. Otherwise, slow to a reasonable and prudent speed.

61. Carte 61

    Question

    Why should you not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk?

    Réponse

    A pedestrian may be crossing where you cannot see them. Stop and check instead of passing.

62. Carte 62

    Question

    How early should you signal before a freeway exit?

    Réponse

    At least five seconds before exiting. The handbook describes this as roughly 400 feet at freeway speed.

63. Carte 63

    Question

    What does a row of solid white triangles painted across a lane mean?

    Réponse

    Yield here. The triangles point toward approaching traffic and mark where you should yield or stop if needed.

64. Carte 64

    Question

    At railroad tracks, may you cross as soon as a lowered gate starts rising?

    Réponse

    No. Wait until the gate is fully raised, warning lights stop, and you can cross every track completely.

65. Carte 65

    Question

    A dedicated right-turn lane continues into its own lane beyond the corner. Must you obey a signal posted for that turn lane?

    Réponse

    Yes. A dedicated lane may otherwise flow separately from through traffic, but its own curbside sign or signal controls the turn.

66. Carte 66

    Question

    How far may you drive in a two-way center left-turn lane while preparing for a turn?

    Réponse

    No more than 200 feet. It is not a regular travel lane or a passing lane.

67. Carte 67

    Question

    What does a single solid white line separate?

    Réponse

    Lanes moving in the same direction. It discourages lane changes where staying in lane is safer.

68. Carte 68

    Question

    When a railroad warning requires a stop, how far from the nearest rail should you stop?

    Réponse

    At least 15 feet away. Do not proceed until the warnings end and the tracks are clear.

69. Carte 69

    Question

    Who has the right-of-way when you merge from an on-ramp onto a highway?

    Réponse

    Traffic already on the highway. Find a safe opening; do not assume other drivers must move for you.

70. Carte 70

    Question

    A pedestrian makes eye contact with you at a crosswalk. What should you assume?

    Réponse

    They intend to cross. Yield and let them complete the crossing safely.

71. Carte 71

    Question

    What checks belong in a safe lane change?

    Réponse

    Signal, check mirrors and nearby traffic, look over your shoulder into the blind spot, and move only when enough space is clear.

72. Carte 72

    Question

    May you cross a public-transit bus lane to make a right turn?

    Réponse

    Yes, where the crossing is lawful and safe. Do not otherwise drive, stop, or park in a bus-only area.

73. Carte 73

    Question

    You are already moving through an intersection when you realize you chose the wrong turn. What should you do?

    Réponse

    Complete the movement you started. Clear the intersection, then find a legal route back instead of stopping or swerving.

74. Carte 74

    Question

    Who has the right-of-way when you enter a road from a driveway or alley?

    Réponse

    Traffic, bicyclists, and pedestrians already using the road or sidewalk. Yield before entering.

75. Carte 75

    Question

    What does a broken yellow line beside your lane allow?

    Réponse

    Passing when safe. It separates opposing traffic, so cross only with enough sight distance and a clear path.

76. Carte 76

    Question

    What speed should you aim for when entering a highway from an on-ramp?

    Réponse

    At or near the speed of highway traffic. Use the ramp to build speed, then merge into a safe gap.

77. Carte 77

    Question

    On a steep, narrow road where two vehicles cannot pass, which vehicle has the right-of-way?

    Réponse

    The uphill-facing vehicle. The downhill-facing driver should back up because they have better control in reverse.

78. Carte 78

    Question

    About how large a gap does the handbook recommend when entering traffic from a stop on a city street?

    Réponse

    About half a block, roughly 150 feet. Use a larger gap whenever speed, visibility, or traffic conditions demand it.

79. Carte 79

    Question

    What do two sets of double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart create?

    Réponse

    A barrier. Do not drive on or across it, including for a left turn or U-turn, except through a designated opening.

80. Carte 80

    Question

    How closely may you follow an emergency vehicle using its siren or flashing lights?

    Réponse

    Stay at least 300 feet behind it. Do not drive into the scene or follow closer.

81. Carte 81

    Question

    You miss your intended turn. What is the safest response?

    Réponse

    Continue until you can turn around legally and safely. Do not make a sudden lane or direction change.

82. Carte 82

    Question

    Which traffic lane is called the Number 1 lane?

    Réponse

    The far-left lane. Lanes are numbered from left to right in the direction of travel.

83. Carte 83

    Question

    May you make a U-turn where you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in both directions?

    Réponse

    No. Limited visibility makes the U-turn illegal and unsafe.

84. Carte 84

    Question

    What does a diamond marking in a freeway lane usually identify?

    Réponse

    A preferential lane, commonly an HOV or carpool lane. Follow the posted vehicle, occupancy, entry, and time rules.

85. Carte 85

    Question

    Before turning right, who must you check for and yield to?

    Réponse

    Pedestrians and bicyclists crossing or approaching your path.

86. Carte 86

    Question

    What should you do if you miss your exit in a roundabout?

    Réponse

    Continue around and take the exit on the next pass. Do not stop or reverse to recover it.

87. Carte 87

    Question

    An emergency vehicle approaches with a siren and red lights. What should you do?

    Réponse

    Drive to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes. Do not stop inside an intersection.

88. Carte 88

    Question

    When are drivers in the opposite direction generally exempt from stopping for a school bus's flashing red lights?

    Réponse

    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.

89. Carte 89

    Question

    Where do pedestrians have the right-of-way in a crosswalk?

    Réponse

    In both marked and unmarked crosswalks. Slow or stop as needed to let them cross safely.

90. Carte 90

    Question

    When is a U-turn allowed in a residential district?

    Réponse

    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.

91. Carte 91

    Question

    About how large a gap does the handbook recommend when entering highway traffic from a stop?

    Réponse

    About one full block, roughly 300 feet. Treat this as a study guideline and use more space when conditions require it.

92. Carte 92

    Question

    How should you cross several freeway lanes?

    Réponse

    One lane at a time. Signal and repeat the mirror, traffic, and blind-spot checks for each move; do not cross solid lines.

93. Carte 93

    Question

    Where should you position your vehicle before a normal left turn?

    Réponse

    Near the center divider or in the designated left-turn lane. Enter only at a lawful opening and yield before turning.

94. Carte 94

    Question

    Two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who yields?

    Réponse

    The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

95. Carte 95

    Question

    Your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks while a train approaches. Which way should you run after getting out?

    Réponse

    Run diagonally toward the approaching train, away from the tracks. This reduces the risk from debris after impact.

96. Carte 96

    Question

    What do broken white lines usually mark?

    Réponse

    Lanes moving in the same direction. You may change lanes across them after signaling and confirming the move is safe.

97. Carte 97

    Question

    Who has the right-of-way when you enter a roundabout?

    Réponse

    Traffic already in the roundabout. Enter only when there is a safe gap.

98. Carte 98

    Question

    A blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the intersection. May you proceed?

    Réponse

    Yes, after confirming the way is clear. Pulling in the cane usually signals that the person is not crossing.

99. Carte 99

    Question

    May you enter an intersection when traffic blocks your exit?

    Réponse

    No. Wait until there is enough room to cross completely without blocking the intersection.

100. Carte 100

     Question

     While waiting to turn left across traffic, how should you point your front wheels?

     Réponse

     Straight ahead. If another vehicle hits you from behind, turned wheels could push you into oncoming traffic.

101. Carte 101

     Question

     May a lawful U-turn cross one set of double yellow lines?

     Réponse

     Yes. Crossing one set is allowed for a U-turn when the location, visibility, signs, and traffic make the turn legal and safe.

102. Carte 102

     Question

     What does California's Basic Speed Law require?

     Réponse

     Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, even when the posted limit is higher.

103. Carte 103

     Question

     May you park in front of or on a curb ramp that provides wheelchair access?

     Réponse

     No. Keep the lowered or accessible curb completely clear.

104. Carte 104

     Question

     What is California's maximum speed on most highways?

     Réponse

     65 mph, unless a sign posts a different limit.

105. Carte 105

     Question

     What does a green curb mean?

     Réponse

     Parking is allowed for a limited time shown on a sign or painted on the curb.

106. Carte 106

     Question

     What is the speed limit at an uncontrolled blind intersection?

     Réponse

     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.

107. Carte 107

     Question

     Should you keep driving at the posted limit in heavy traffic, rain, or poor visibility?

     Réponse

     Not automatically. Slow to a speed that is safe for the conditions under the Basic Speed Law.

108. Carte 108

     Question

     May you park in front of a public or private driveway?

     Réponse

     No. Keep the driveway clear for property access.

109. Carte 109

     Question

     Which way should you turn your wheels when parking on a slope without a curb?

     Réponse

     Toward the edge of the road, so the vehicle would roll away from traffic.

110. Carte 110

     Question

     What is the speed limit in an alley unless posted otherwise?

     Réponse

     15 mph.

111. Carte 111

     Question

     Who may park at a blue curb or a space marked with the accessibility symbol?

     Réponse

     A person with a valid disabled-person placard or special license plate.

112. Carte 112

     Question

     What is the maximum speed while towing a trailer in California?

     Réponse

     55 mph.

113. Carte 113

     Question

     How close may you park to a fire hydrant?

     Réponse

     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.

114. Carte 114

     Question

     What is the speed limit within 100 feet of a railroad crossing when you cannot see 400 feet down the tracks?

     Réponse

     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.

115. Carte 115

     Question

     What is the usual speed limit in a business or residential district unless posted otherwise?

     Réponse

     25 mph.

116. Carte 116

     Question

     What should you do when driving slower than the normal flow of traffic?

     Réponse

     Use the right lane or stay as close as practical to the right edge, unless you are passing or preparing for a left turn.

117. Carte 117

     Question

     Before leaving a motor vehicle unattended on a roadway, how must you secure it?

     Réponse

     Set the parking brake and stop the engine. Put an automatic transmission in Park, or leave a manual transmission in gear.

118. Carte 118

     Question

     What does a red curb mean?

     Réponse

     No stopping, standing, or parking, except that a bus may stop in a marked bus zone.

     

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119. Carte 119

     Question

     What is the usual speed limit near signed California school grounds while the statutory child-present conditions apply?

     Réponse

     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.

120. Carte 120

     Question

     Which way should you turn your front wheels when parking uphill beside a curb?

     Réponse

     Away from the curb. Let the vehicle roll back gently until the tire rests against the curb.

121. Carte 121

     Question

     What is the usual maximum speed on a two-lane undivided highway in California?

     Réponse

     55 mph, unless a different speed limit is posted.

122. Carte 122

     Question

     How close may you park on the approach side of a marked or unmarked crosswalk?

     Réponse

     Generally not within 20 feet, or 15 feet where a curb extension is present, unless local rules and markings establish otherwise.

123. Carte 123

     Question

     When parallel parking, how close should your wheels be to the curb?

     Réponse

     Within 18 inches.

124. Carte 124

     Question

     What should you do if an emergency forces you to stop on a freeway?

     Réponse

     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.

125. Carte 125

     Question

     What does a yellow curb usually allow?

     Réponse

     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.

126. Carte 126

     Question

     In heavy rain or snow, how fast should you drive if you cannot see farther than 100 feet?

     Réponse

     No faster than 30 mph, according to the handbook's guidance. Slow further or stop if conditions require it.

127. Carte 127

     Question

     How close may you park to a fire-station driveway?

     Réponse

     Not within 15 feet. If signs prohibit parking on the opposite side, keep at least 75 feet away there.

128. Carte 128

     Question

     Which way should you turn your front wheels when parking downhill beside a curb?

     Réponse

     Toward the curb. If the vehicle rolls, the curb can help stop it.

129. Carte 129

     Question

     What does a white curb usually allow?

     Réponse

     A brief stop to pick up or drop off passengers, or to deposit mail where signs permit it.

130. Carte 130

     Question

     Do bicyclists have the same basic roadway rights and responsibilities as drivers?

     Réponse

     Yes. Bicyclists generally follow the same traffic controls and direction-of-travel rules as drivers.

131. Carte 131

     Question

     Why should you not cut closely in front of a large truck?

     Réponse

     The truck needs extra stopping distance and may not be able to avoid hitting you.

132. Carte 132

     Question

     Is a motorcyclist entitled to use a full traffic lane?

     Réponse

     Yes. Treat a motorcycle as a full-lane vehicle even though it is smaller than a car.

133. Carte 133

     Question

     How much following time should you leave behind a motorcycle?

     Réponse

     At least 3 seconds, with more space when road, weather, or traffic conditions are poor.

134. Carte 134

     Question

     When may a bicyclist leave an established bike lane?

     Réponse

     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.

135. Carte 135

     Question

     How does a large truck's stopping distance compare with a passenger vehicle's at 55 mph?

     Réponse

     It is longer: the handbook illustrates about 400 feet for a large vehicle versus about 300 feet for an average passenger vehicle.

136. Carte 136

     Question

     How should you approach a work zone where lanes merge?

     Réponse

     Slow early and merge as signs, markings, or a flagger direct. Avoid sudden lane changes.

137. Carte 137

     Question

     What minimum clearance should you leave when passing a bicyclist?

     Réponse

     At least 3 feet between any part of your vehicle and any part of the bicycle or rider.

138. Carte 138

     Question

     What is the speed limit when passing a bus, streetcar, or trolley stopped at a safety zone or traffic light?

     Réponse

     No more than 10 mph, when it is safe to pass.

139. Carte 139

     Question

     What front light must a bicycle have when used at night?

     Réponse

     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.

140. Carte 140

     Question

     Why can an approaching motorcycle's speed be difficult to judge?

     Réponse

     Its small profile makes it look farther away or slower than it is. Check carefully before entering its path.

141. Carte 141

     Question

     How can you tell that a truck driver may not see you?

     Réponse

     If you cannot see the driver's face in a side mirror, the driver probably cannot see your vehicle.

142. Carte 142

     Question

     On what roads may a neighborhood electric vehicle usually operate?

     Réponse

     Roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less, unless local signs or rules prohibit it.

143. Carte 143

     Question

     What is motorcycle lane splitting?

     Réponse

     Riding between rows of vehicles traveling in the same direction. It is legal in California when done safely.

144. Carte 144

     Question

     What must you check before merging into a bike lane for a turn?

     Réponse

     Check mirrors and your blind spot for bicyclists, then yield to anyone already in the lane.

145. Carte 145

     Question

     Who must wear a bicycle helmet in California?

     Réponse

     Anyone under 18 riding a bicycle on a public road, bikeway, or public bicycle path or trail.

146. Carte 146

     Question

     On which side should you normally pass a large truck?

     Réponse

     On the left, where the driver can see you better. Complete the pass without lingering beside the truck.

147. Carte 147

     Question

     What should you do when you cannot give a bicyclist 3 feet of passing clearance?

     Réponse

     Slow to a reasonable, prudent speed and pass only when doing so will not endanger the bicyclist.

148. Carte 148

     Question

     What rear visibility equipment must a bicycle have at night?

     Réponse

     A red reflector or solid or flashing red light with a built-in reflector, visible from 500 feet behind.

149. Carte 149

     Question

     How fast can a neighborhood electric vehicle legally travel?

     Réponse

     Up to 25 mph.

150. Carte 150

     Question

     A person leading or riding an animal signals you to slow or stop. What should you do?

     Réponse

     Follow the person's direction. Slow down or stop and avoid noises or movements that could frighten the animal.

151. Carte 151

     Question

     May a driver pass or crowd a motorcycle within the same lane?

     Réponse

     No. Give the motorcycle the full lane; do not try to pass it within that lane.

152. Carte 152

     Question

     Which direction should a bicyclist travel on a roadway?

     Réponse

     In the same direction as vehicle traffic, not against it.

153. Carte 153

     Question

     A bicyclist is ahead in your lane, and another same-direction lane is available. What should you do before passing?

     Réponse

     Change into the available lane when the move is practical, lawful, and safe.

154. Carte 154

     Question

     When must a slow driver use a turnout on a two-lane road?

     Réponse

     When five or more vehicles are following, passing is unsafe, and a designated turnout or safe area is available.

155. Carte 155

     Question

     May you drive through a safety zone set aside for streetcar or trolley passengers?

     Réponse

     No. A safety zone is marked for pedestrians and is not a traffic lane.

156. Carte 156

     Question

     Where are a large truck's major blind spots?

     Réponse

     Directly in front, directly behind, and along both sides, with a larger blind area on the right.

157. Carte 157

     Question

     How should you respond to a work-zone flagger?

     Réponse

     Obey the flagger's directions, slow down, and be ready to stop even if other traffic controls suggest otherwise.

158. Carte 158

     Question

     Why should you avoid squeezing beside a truck that is turning right?

     Réponse

     The truck may swing left before turning and then track across adjacent space on the right.

159. Carte 159

     Question

     Before opening a street-side vehicle door, what should you check?

     Réponse

     Look for approaching bicyclists, motorcycles, and other traffic. Open the door only when it is safe.

160. Carte 160

     Question

     May a driver intentionally block a motorcyclist who is lane splitting?

     Réponse

     No. Intentionally blocking or impeding a motorcyclist in a way that could cause harm is illegal.

161. Carte 161

     Question

     How far ahead should you scan while driving in city traffic?

     Réponse

     At least 10 seconds ahead, so you can identify hazards before they demand a sudden reaction.

162. Carte 162

     Question

     Which headlights should you use in fog?

     Réponse

     Low beams. High beams reflect from fog and reduce visibility.

163. Carte 163

     Question

     How must a child under age 2 usually ride in California?

     Réponse

     In a rear-facing child restraint, unless the child weighs at least 40 pounds or is at least 40 inches tall.

164. Carte 164

     Question

     How fast should you drive on ice?

     Réponse

     No faster than 5 mph, according to the handbook's safety guidance, and only when travel is necessary.

165. Carte 165

     Question

     How may an adult driver operate a properly mounted phone?

     Réponse

     With one tap or swipe that does not require holding the phone, such as to activate a hands-free feature.

166. Carte 166

     Question

     What is the minimum following-time guideline in good conditions?

     Réponse

     At least 3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead.

167. Carte 167

     Question

     When must you dim high beams for an approaching vehicle?

     Réponse

     Within 500 feet of the oncoming vehicle.

168. Carte 168

     Question

     How far should a driver sit from a steering-wheel airbag?

     Réponse

     At least 10 inches between the center of the chest and the airbag cover, while still controlling the vehicle safely.

169. Carte 169

     Question

     What should you do when water covers the road ahead?

     Réponse

     Turn around and use another route. Water may be deeper or faster than it appears.

170. Carte 170

     Question

     How should packed snow affect your speed?

     Réponse

     Reduce speed by about half, according to the handbook's safety guideline.

171. Carte 171

     Question

     May a driver wear a headset or earplugs in both ears?

     Réponse

     No. Covering both ears is generally illegal because it can block traffic sounds; limited safety and medical exceptions apply.

172. Carte 172

     Question

     What is the safest response to a driver who is tailgating you?

     Réponse

     Create more space ahead, avoid sudden braking, and let the driver pass when you can do so safely.

173. Carte 173

     Question

     What should you check before driving after taking medicine?

     Réponse

     Read the warning label and ask a doctor or pharmacist whether it can impair driving.

174. Carte 174

     Question

     When must you dim high beams while following another vehicle?

     Réponse

     Within 300 feet of the vehicle ahead.

175. Carte 175

     Question

     Where must a child under age 8 usually be secured?

     Réponse

     In an appropriate child passenger restraint in a rear seat, subject to limited statutory exceptions.

176. Carte 176

     Question

     What should you check before slowing down suddenly?

     Réponse

     Check your mirrors for traffic behind you, then brake in a controlled way when the situation allows.

177. Carte 177

     Question

     How should you respond to a slippery-surface skid?

     Réponse

     Ease off the accelerator. Do not brake; steer in the direction of the skid until you regain control.

178. Carte 178

     Question

     What limits your safe speed at night?

     Réponse

     The distance illuminated by your headlights. Drive slowly enough to stop within the visible area.

179. Carte 179

     Question

     When may a child use a properly fitted safety belt instead of a child restraint?

     Réponse

     At age 8 or when at least 4 feet 9 inches tall.

180. Carte 180

     Question

     What should you do when you become sleepy while driving?

     Réponse

     Leave the road safely and rest. Opening a window or turning up music does not reliably restore alertness.

181. Carte 181

     Question

     What is your first legal duty after being involved in a collision?

     Réponse

     Stop. Leaving the scene can be a hit-and-run offense.

182. Carte 182

     Question

     Your wheels drift off the pavement. How should you return to the road?

     Réponse

     Ease off the accelerator, brake gently, and return only after slowing and checking that the lane is clear.

183. Carte 183

     Question

     During the first 12 months of a provisional license, may a minor carry passengers under 20 without an adult?

     Réponse

     Generally no. A licensed parent, guardian, driving instructor, or driver age 25 or older must accompany them unless a legal exception applies.

184. Carte 184

     Question

     May an adult driver hold and operate a phone while driving?

     Réponse

     No. The phone must be used hands-free in a legally permitted way.

185. Carte 185

     Question

     When weather requires continuous windshield-wiper use, what lighting rule applies?

     Réponse

     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.

186. Carte 186

     Question

     Must a driver carry proof of financial responsibility?

     Réponse

     Yes. Keep proof of insurance or another accepted form of financial responsibility in the vehicle and show it when lawfully requested.

187. Carte 187

     Question

     How long must a minor usually hold a provisional permit before taking the driving test?

     Réponse

     At least 6 months.

188. Carte 188

     Question

     Why is a shoulder check necessary before changing lanes?

     Réponse

     Mirrors do not show every blind spot. A quick look over your shoulder confirms the adjacent lane is clear.

189. Carte 189

     Question

     What should you do if a tire suddenly blows out?

     Réponse

     Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, avoid hard braking, and slow before moving off the road.

190. Carte 190

     Question

     Who must wear a seat belt in a moving passenger vehicle?

     Réponse

     The driver and all passengers, using a properly fitted restraint.

191. Carte 191

     Question

     When should you use emergency flashers while driving?

     Réponse

     To warn others of an immediate hazard or unusually slow or stopped traffic, not as permission to park illegally.

192. Carte 192

     Question

     How much does the handbook suggest reducing speed on a wet road?

     Réponse

     About 5 to 10 mph below the usual speed, with a greater reduction if conditions demand it.

193. Carte 193

     Question

     What are California's minimum liability-insurance limits for current policies?

     Réponse

     $30,000 for injury or death to one person, $60,000 per collision for multiple people, and $15,000 for property damage.

194. Carte 194

     Question

     How should strong crosswinds change your driving?

     Réponse

     Slow down, keep a firm grip on the wheel, and avoid cruise control so you can respond quickly.

195. Carte 195

     Question

     May a child age 6 or younger be left alone in a vehicle with the engine running?

     Réponse

     No. A responsible person age 12 or older must supervise the child when the engine is running or other significant danger exists.

196. Carte 196

     Question

     What should you try if the accelerator becomes stuck?

     Réponse

     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.

197. Carte 197

     Question

     What is the minimum age to apply for a California provisional instruction permit?

     Réponse

     15½ years old.

198. Carte 198

     Question

     After stopping at a collision, what should you do if someone is injured?

     Réponse

     Call 911, provide reasonable assistance, and follow emergency instructions without moving an injured person unless necessary for safety.

199. Carte 199

     Question

     When are wet roads often most slippery?

     Réponse

     During the first several minutes of rain, when water mixes with oil and dust on the pavement.

200. Carte 200

     Question

     How much supervised practice must a minor complete before the driving test?

     Réponse

     At least 50 hours, including 10 hours at night.

201. Carte 201

     Question

     What score is needed to pass the California permit knowledge test?

     Réponse

     At least 80%.

202. Carte 202

     Question

     May a driver under 18 use a phone hands-free while driving?

     Réponse

     No. A minor may use a phone only for an emergency call permitted by law.

203. Carte 203

     Question

     When should you increase the usual 3-second following gap?

     Réponse

     When visibility, weather, traffic, road surface, or the vehicle ahead makes stopping harder.

204. Carte 204

     Question

     What should you do with a drivable vehicle after a collision with no injuries?

     Réponse

     Move it out of traffic to a safe nearby location when you can do so safely.

205. Carte 205

     Question

     Can an applicant older than 17 years 6 months but under 18 get a California instruction permit without driver education?

     Réponse

     Yes. They may get the permit without driver-education or driver-training certificates, but cannot take the driving test until age 18.

206. Carte 206

     Question

     What should you do when glare from oncoming headlights makes it hard to see?

     Réponse

     Look toward the right edge of your lane and use it as a guide until the vehicle passes.

207. Carte 207

     Question

     Who must sign the license or permit application for an applicant under 18?

     Réponse

     A parent or legal guardian who accepts financial responsibility. If the parents or guardians have joint custody, both must sign.

208. Carte 208

     Question

     What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane?

     Réponse

     Ease off the accelerator, slow gradually, and do not brake until the tires regain traction.

209. Carte 209

     Question

     During the first 12 months of a provisional license, when is a minor generally prohibited from driving alone at night?

     Réponse

     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.

210. Carte 210

     Question

     What information should drivers exchange after a collision?

     Réponse

     Names, current addresses, driver-license details, vehicle registration, and insurance information.

211. Carte 211

     Question

     What driver-education proof does an otherwise eligible applicant age 17 years 6 months or younger need for a California provisional permit?

     Réponse

     Proof of completed driver education or enrollment and participation in an approved integrated driver education and training program.

212. Carte 212

     Question

     What substances can lead to a DUI charge in California?

     Réponse

     Alcohol, cannabis, illegal drugs, prescription medicine, over-the-counter medicine, or any combination that impairs safe driving.

213. Carte 213

     Question

     May a passenger drink alcohol while riding in a private vehicle?

     Réponse

     Generally no. Exceptions include passengers in the living quarters of a housecar or camper and in specified licensed buses, taxis, or limousines for hire.

214. Carte 214

     Question

     When must a collision involving injury or death be reported to law enforcement?

     Réponse

     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.

215. Carte 215

     Question

     What BAC triggers California's zero-tolerance rule for drivers under 21?

     Réponse

     0.01% or higher.

216. Carte 216

     Question

     How long is a California driver's-license application normally valid?

     Réponse

     12 months from the application date.

217. Carte 217

     Question

     When does an under-18 provisional permit become valid for practice driving?

     Réponse

     After at least one hour of behind-the-wheel training, when the professional driving instructor signs it.

218. Carte 218

     Question

     Do coffee, cold showers, or exercise make an impaired driver sober?

     Réponse

     No. They may change how awake someone feels, but only time lowers the alcohol in the body.

219. Carte 219

     Question

     How long does a California DUI conviction remain relevant as a prior offense?

     Réponse

     10 years. A later DUI within that period can bring more severe consequences.

220. Carte 220

     Question

     Does legal recreational cannabis make it legal to drive while impaired?

     Réponse

     No. Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal.

221. Carte 221

     Question

     Who must supervise a minor practicing with a California instruction permit?

     Réponse

     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.

222. Carte 222

     Question

     When must a driver submit an SR-1 after a collision?

     Réponse

     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.

223. Carte 223

     Question

     At what BAC is it unlawful for most drivers age 21 or older to drive?

     Réponse

     0.08% or higher.

224. Carte 224

     Question

     What servings contain roughly the same amount of alcohol as one standard drink?

     Réponse

     About 12 ounces of 5% beer, 5 ounces of 12% wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor.

225. Carte 225

     Question

     What is the safest plan when an event may involve alcohol or impairing drugs?

     Réponse

     Arrange a sober driver, public transit, a taxi, or a ride service before impairment begins.

226. Carte 226

     Question

     What is the usual license consequence for a first refusal of a required post-arrest chemical test?

     Réponse

     A one-year suspension, separate from any criminal case.

227. Carte 227

     Question

     Can a legally prescribed medicine make driving illegal?

     Réponse

     Yes. You may not drive when any medicine impairs your ability to operate the vehicle safely.

228. Carte 228

     Question

     Where should an opened cannabis container normally be carried in a vehicle?

     Réponse

     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.

229. Carte 229

     Question

     Does eating food prevent alcohol impairment?

     Réponse

     No. Food may slow absorption, but it does not stop alcohol from entering the bloodstream.

230. Carte 230

     Question

     What BAC is prohibited while a driver is on DUI probation?

     Réponse

     0.01% or higher.

231. Carte 231

     Question

     What does California's implied-consent law require after a lawful DUI arrest?

     Réponse

     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.

232. Carte 232

     Question

     Where should an opened alcohol container be stored in a vehicle?

     Réponse

     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.

233. Carte 233

     Question

     What is the only reliable way to remove alcohol from your body?

     Réponse

     Time. The liver needs time to process alcohol; shortcuts do not speed that process safely.

234. Carte 234

     Question

     Why is mixing alcohol with medicine or other drugs especially dangerous?

     Réponse

     The combined impairment can be stronger and less predictable than either substance alone.

235. Carte 235

     Question

     Can an adult be arrested for DUI with a BAC below 0.08%?

     Réponse

     Yes. Any BAC can support a DUI case when alcohol has made the person unable to drive safely.

236. Carte 236

     Question

     May an officer require a driver under 21 who is lawfully detained for suspected alcohol use to take a preliminary screening test?

     Réponse

     Yes. Refusing the preliminary alcohol screening or another required test can cause a license suspension.

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