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