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