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