Permit Test Flashcards
(127 cards)
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What do you do when you approach a stop sign?
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When you see a STOP sign, you must come to a complete stop behind the limit line (if there is one), crosswalk, or at the corner.
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What do you do when you approach a yield sign?
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A YIELD sign assigns the right-of-way to road users. If you see a YIELD sign ahead, be prepared to let other drivers crossing your path have the right-of-way. But unlike a STOP sign, a YIELD sign doesn’t require a driver to come to a complete stop in every situation.
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How soon must a new California resident get a drivers license?
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New residents must get a California drivers license within 10 days.
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You may practice driving with an individual at least what age?
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You may use your provisional instruction permit to practice driving with your parent, guardian, spouse, or any adult 25 years of age or older who holds a valid California drivers license.
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Driving points?
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4 points in 12 months, 6 points in 24 months, 8 points in 36 months. Most points or accidents stay on a person’s driving record for 3 years.
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What are regulatory signs?
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Regulatory signs inform road users of specific traffic laws or regulations and indicate when and where the regulations apply. Most regulatory signs are rectangular, with the longer dimension vertical, and have a white background.
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What are warning signs?
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Warning signs give notice of a situation that might not be readily apparent. These road signs warn you to slow down and watch for hazards or special conditions ahead. Most warning signs are yellow and diamond-shaped with black letters or symbols.
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What are guide signs?
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Guide signs show route designations, destinations, directions, distances, services, points of interest, and other geographical, recreational, or cultural information.
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Construction signs?
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Construction and maintenance signs are orange and most of them are diamond-shaped.
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Traffic signals?
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Traffic signals regulate traffic at an intersection. When you are facing this signal, stop at a marked limit line, if there is one, before entering a crosswalk or the intersection and remain stopped until the light turns green and you can proceed with reasonable safety. A right turn can be made against a red light after you come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and vehicles in your path. Do not turn if there is a NO TURN ON RED sign.
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Can you turn left on a red light from a one way street to another one way street?
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You may turn left against a red light from a one-way street onto another one-way street where traffic moves left if no sign prohibits the turn.
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What does a flashing red signal mean?
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FLASHING RED-a flashing red signal light means exactly the same as a stop sign: STOP. After stopping, proceed when safe and observe the right-of-way rules.
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What do you do when the light is yellow?
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When you see the yellow light, you should stop if it can be done so safely. If you can’t stop, enter the intersection carefully and continue across.
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What does a flashing yellow signal mean?
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FLASHING YELLOW-a flashing yellow signal light warns you to use caution. Slow down and be especially alert.
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What do you do when the traffic signal goes out?
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TRAFFIC SIGNAL BLACKOUT-if traffic signal lights stop working, you must come to a complete stop at the intersection and then proceed when all other road users have completely stopped. A blacked-out traffic signal should be treated just like a four-way stop intersection.
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What do white lines mean?
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WHITE LINES painted on the pavement indicate traffic going in your direction. When a white line is broken, you may change lanes if it is safe to do so.
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Solid white line?
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A solid white line is intended to discourage you from changing lanes. While in some states crossing a solid white line is illegal, it is legal to do so in California, unless the solid white line designates a turn.
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What do yellow lines mean?
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YELLOW LINES mark the center of a road used for two-way traffic. Broken yellow lines indicate where passing is permitted. You may pass if the line is broken on your side and the maneuver can be done safely.
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Solid yellow line?
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Solid yellow line means do not pass. You cannot pass another vehicle when a solid yellow line is on your side. Double solid yellow lines indicate that no vehicle may pass.
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What do two sets of double yellow lines mean?
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Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart sometimes appear as road markings. These lines stand for a solid wall. Don’t drive on or over these lines. You may not make a left turn or U-turn in this space. Cross only at plainly marked openings.
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Left turn lane?
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Two yellow lines on both sides of the lane-inner line is broken, outer line is solid-are used to indicate a center left turn lane.
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White curb meaning?
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You may only stop long enough to pick up or drop off passengers or mail. (These curbs are usually found at airport passenger terminals.)
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Green curb meaning?
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You may park for a limited time. The time limit is usually found on a sign or painted on the curb.
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Yellow curb meaning?
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You may stop here only long enough to load or unload passengers or freight no longer than posted. Drivers of noncommercial vehicles are usually required to stay with their vehicle.
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Red curb meaning?
No stopping, standing, or parking. (A bus may stop at a red zone marked for buses.)
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Blue curb meaning?
Blue curbs indicate parking for the disabled. You must have a DMV-issued placard (window sign) or your license plates must be specially marked to park here.
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What is a limit line?
A limit line is a wide white line painted across the street. It indicates where you should stop. When a crosswalk or limit line is not marked, stop at the corner. Check for traffic before crossing. Wait until it is safe before going forward.
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How is your vision effected by your speed?
At high speed it is harder to see to the sides. When your speed increases, your field of vision decreases. It is important to turn your head and not rely only on your peripheral vision.
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Can you wear headphones when driving?
A person operating a motor vehicle or bicycle may not wear a headset covering, or earplugs in, both ears. It is illegal.
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What should you do when you are fatigued?
Most people are used to sleeping at night. Your body's need for sleep is natural, fighting it won't help. It's best not to drive at night or when you are tired. If you still have to drive and feel drowsy, get off the road and get some sleep.
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What is the fatality risk of drivers between ages 16 and 17 when they have passengers?
The fatality risk of drivers ages 16-17 years is 3.6 times higher when they are driving with passengers than when alone.
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Rules on speed contests?
According to the DMV, a speed contest is an illegal exhibition of speed conducted on public streets or highways using a motor vehicle. It includes one vehicle racing against another competitively. A speed contest is also known as a street race, speed race, or drag race.
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When can you legally use your cell phone while driving?
In case of an emergency.
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Smoking with a minor in the car?
Illegal whether if the vehicle is in motion or not.
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How does gravity effect the vehicle?
Gravity affects car handling. When a vehicle is going downhill, gravity is one of the forces pulling it down. This means that a vehicle traveling downhill will accelerate and may start moving too fast. When driving downhill, shift to a lower gear or smoothly apply your brakes. This will slow your vehicle to a safe speed and allow you to keep control of your vehicle.
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To safely negotiate a curve, use your brakes ________________.
Before you enter the curve.
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If two vehicles of different masses move at the same speed are involved in a collision, which vehicle receives the greater impact.
The smaller vehicle.
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On what type of road surface do drivers have the best traction and need less room to stop?
Dry concrete.
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Why is it dangerous to keep loose objects in the cabin of your vehicle?
They could be thrown into motion and injure someone in the event of a sudden stop.
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How many feet will the vehicle's mirrors' view have to provide?
Each vehicle must have mirrors that provide a view of at least 200 ft to the rear of the vehicle.
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What happens to your kinetic energy if you double your speed
If you double your speed, the kinetic energy of your car is four times as great (kinetic energy increases with square of the speed). This also means that the braking and stopping distances are four times as great.
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Where is the gas pedal located?
To the far right.
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When should you use your headlights?
You must use your headlights between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise. You must also turn on your headlights whenever you use your windshield wipers in bad weather conditions or when there is insufficient light and pedestrians or vehicles cannot be seen clearly at a distance of 1,000 ft.
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What is the minimum visibility for low-beams? High-beams?
Low-beams must have visibility for at least 100 ft. High-beams must have a visibility of at least 350 ft.
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When should you use high-beams?
High-beams are to be used in times of very low visibility, however you should not use high-beams in fog, as they will only reflect the dampened air and blind other drivers.
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When should high-beams be turned off?
High-beams are to be turned off when an oncoming vehicle is within 500 ft of your vehicle or the vehicle you are following is within 300 ft.
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You have to notify the DMV within how many days from purchase if you purchase a vehicle from a private party?
You must report to DMV within 10 days from the date of sale if you purchase a vehicle from a private party.
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You have to notify the DMV within how many days if you transfer ownership of a vehicle to another party?
You have 5 days to report the transfer to DMV if you sell or transfer ownership of a vehicle to another party.
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If you change your address, you have to notify the DMV within how many days?
Registered vehicle owners who change their address must notify the DMV within 10 days of the address change.
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How can you save fuel while driving on hills?
Accelerate before you start climbing the hill.
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You must turn on your headlights _________________.
Whenever you use your windshield wipers.
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Who must yield if two cars approach a stop sign intersection at the same time?
If two vehicles reach the intersection of a four-way stop at the same time, the vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right.
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What does it mean when a school bus is flashing yellow lights?
Yellow flashing lights indicate that the school bus is preparing to stop and let out (or pick up) children. California law requires drivers who encounter a school bus with flashing yellow lights slow down and prepare to stop. Treat school bus stops as school zones; drive 25 mph or less if children are present.
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What does it mean when a school bus is flashing red lights?
The driver of any vehicle, upon meeting or approaching, from either direction, any school bus stopped for the purpose of loading or unloading school children and displaying a flashing red light signal and stop signal arm, shall bring the vehicle to a stop immediately before passing the school bus. Remain stopped as long as the red lights are flashing.
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What happens if you ignore a school bus flashing red lights?
You may be fined up to $1,000 and your driving privilege could be suspended for one year.
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What is California Basic Speed Law?
The California Basic Speed Law states you must never drive faster than is safe for present conditions, regardless of the posted speed limit.
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What is the maximum speed on the highway?
The maximum speed limit on most California highways is 65 mph. On some highways you may drive up to 70 mph, but only if there are signs posted. For two-lane undivided highways, the maximum speed limit is 55 mph unless a different speed is posted. Other speed limits are posted for the type of roads and traffic in each area.
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What does the Prima Facie Limits law do?
The Prima Facie Limits law defines maximum speed limits for business and residential areas, school zones, blind intersections, and areas near railroad crossings.
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What is the speed limit for business and residential areas?
The speed limit for business and residential areas is 25 mph unless signs indicate otherwise.
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What is the speed limit for school zones?
The speed limit is 25 mph if you are near a school and children are outside or crossing the street. NEVER drive faster than 25 mph in a school zone when children are outside and the school is not fenced, regardless of what the speed limit sign states. A school zone extends as far as 500 ft from a school.
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What is a blind intersection?
If you are within 100 ft of an intersection and cannot see for 100 ft in either direction before crossing, you are at a blind intersection. Buildings, trees, bushes, or parked cars near an intersection can block the view of vehicles approaching from the side.
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What should you do when you approach a blind intersection?
Approach a blind intersection slow enough (about 15 mph) to stop if a vehicle suddenly appears-always be on defense for potential collisions. If a YIELD or STOP sign is posted on the side streets, giving you right-of-way, you may drive as fast as the posted speed limit.
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What is the speed limit for an alley?
The speed limit in any alley is 15 mph.
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What is the speed limit passing a safety zone?
In a safety zone or intersection where a streetcar, trolley, or bus is stopped, and traffic is controlled by a police officer or traffic signal, the passing speed limit is 10 mph.
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What is the speed limit when nearing an uncontrolled railroad crossing?
When you come within 100 ft of the uncontrolled railroad crossing and you cannot see the tracks for 400 ft in both directions, the speed limit is 15 mph. You may go faster if the crossing is controlled by gates, a warning signal, or a flagman.
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What happens if you drive too slow?
Driving slower than other cars as well as speeding increases the chance of having a collision.
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Who will the ticket be given to if the person not wearing the seat belt is under 16?
If your passenger is younger than 16 years of age and not wearing a seat belt, the ticket will be issued to you; if a passenger is 16 years old or older, both of you will be given a ticket.
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What is Kaitlyn's Law?
Never leave a child age six or younger in a car when: There are conditions that present a significant risk to the child's health or safety (i.e., extreme heat or cold); The vehicle's engine is running or the vehicle's keys are in the ignition, or both
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What happens when you break Kaitlyn's Law?
Will be punished by a fine and required to attend a community education program including education on the dangers of leaving young children unattended in motor vehicles.
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What happens when you abandon an animal on the road?
You are creating a safety hazard and will be punished by a fine of up to $1,000 or confinement in a county jail of up to six months, or both.
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What happens when a minor commits habitual truant?
Any student between 13 and 18 years old convicted of being a habitual truant from school will have his or her driving privilege suspended for one year by the court. If the minor doesn't yet have the privilege to drive, the issuance of the license will be delayed for one year from the date the person is legally eligible to drive.
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What happens if a minor commits a public offense involving firearms?
For each conviction of a minor who commits a public offense involving firearms, the court may suspend the minor's driving privilege for five years. If the convicted minor doesn't yet have the privilege to drive, the court may order the department to delay issuing the license for five years from the date the person is legally eligible to drive.
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What happens when you steal and/or drive a car that doesn't belong to you?
Punishment may include imprisonment for up to one year, or a fine up to $5,000, or both the fine and imprisonment.
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What happens when you steal and/or drive a government vehicle (ambulance, police car) that doesn't belong to you?
It's considered a felony and punishable by imprisonment for up to four years or a fine of up to $10,000, or both the fine and imprisonment (CVC 10851).
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What happens if you're caught of vandalism?
Any person age 13 years or older convicted of vandalism, including graffiti, will have his or her driving privilege suspended for up to two years by the court. If the person convicted of vandalism doesn't yet have the privilege to drive, the issuance of his or her license will be delayed for up to three years from the date the person is legally eligible to drive (CVC 13202.6).
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Anything your car carries can't extend pass how many inches beyond your fenders?
You also must not carry anything in or on your vehicle that extends beyond the fenders on the left side or more than six inches beyond the fenders on the right side.
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Rules on riding in a truck bed?
Passengers are not allowed to ride in the load space, the 'bed' of a pickup or other truck unless the vehicle is equipped with, and the person uses, a restraint system that meets or exceeds Federal motor vehicle safety standards.
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Rules on riding in the trunk of a car?
It is illegal to allow a person to ride in the trunk of a car. The driver of a motor vehicle should not knowingly permit a person to ride on a vehicle or upon a portion of the vehicle that is not designed or intended for the use of passengers.
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Consequences for littering?
It is against the law to litter the roadside as well as throw any cigarette, cigar, or other flaming or glowing substance from your vehicle. You will pay a fine of $1,000 and may be forced to pick up what you threw away. Littering convictions appear on your driving record.
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What happens when you fail to pull over for an officer?
The driver who fails or refuses to bring his or her vehicle to a stop is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for up to one year (CVC 2800.1).
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What happens when you injury someone when evading an officer?
A driver convicted of causing serious bodily injury to anyone during attempt to elude a pursuing peace officer will be punished by imprisonment in a state prison for three, five, or seven years, imprisonment in a county jail for not more than one year, a fine of not less than $2,000 nor more than $10,000, or both a fine and imprisonment.
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What happens when you kill someone when evading an officer?
A driver convicted of killing anyone during a police pursuit will be punished by imprisonment in a state prison for four, six, or ten years (CVC 2800.3).
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A child must be secured in a child restraint system in the rear seat unless he or she is:
Eight years or older; At least 4'9" tall
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What are reference points?
Reference points are visual guides which help you judge your distance when parking or turning.
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How far should you sit away from the steering wheel?
For safety reasons, it is recommended that drivers and front seat passengers sit at least 10 inches away from the steering wheel.
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What are the most effective position to keep your hands on the steering wheel?
The two most effective positions for your hands are 9 and 3 o'clock or 8 and 4 o'clock.
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What is the hand-to-hand (push-pull) method?
The hand-to-hand (push-pull) method involves both hands moving in an up and down motion on the side of the steering wheel. This works best for sharp turns.
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How do you make a right turn?
To make a right turn, pull the wheel down with your right hand while moving your left hand down to take the lead. Then, push the wheel up with your left hand as the right hand slides up. Continue this pattern until the turn is completed.
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What is the hand-over-hand method?
The hand-over-hand method involves using one hand to move the steering wheel around and down-while the other hand crosses over to pull the steering wheel even further down. This method is better for slow, wide turns.
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How to make a turn using the hand-over-hand method?
Push the steering wheel around with your left hand, cross your right hand over your left, and grasp the top of the steering wheel to keep turning. To straighten out, just reverse your movements.
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What shoulder do you look over when backing up?
Place your right hand on the back of the seat and look over right shoulder through the rear window. As a precaution, look over your left shoulder before you begin backing.
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You must signal at least how many feet before turning or changing lanes?
You must signal at least 100 ft before making a turn and changing lanes. At freeway speeds, signal at least five seconds before you change lanes.
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When do you always signal?
Before every lane change and turns, before pulling next to or away from a curb, if you change directions, even if you don't see traffic around you
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Hand signal to turn left?
Arm straight out, palm towards the ground
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Hand signal to turn right?
Make a right angle with your arm. pale facing forward
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Hand signal to stop?
Make a right angle with your arm, palm facing backwards
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How big of a gap should you leave when you merge with other traffic?
Allow at least a four second gap. Note that this gives both you and the other vehicle only a two-second following distance.
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What lane should you be in when making a left turn from a two way street to a one way street?
To make a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street, always start the turn from the lane closest to the middle of the street. You may end your turn into any lane that is safely open
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What lane should you be in when making a left turn from a one way street to a one way street?
To make a left turn from a one-way street onto another one-way street, start the turn from the far left lane. Be aware of bicyclists between your vehicle and the curb as they can also legally use the left turn lane for their left turns. You may end your turn into any lane that is open
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What lane should you be in when making a left turn from a one way street to a two way street?
To make a left turn from a one-way street into a two-way street, start the turn from the far left lane. You may turn into either of the lanes that is open
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What lane should you be in when making a right turn from a one way street to a one way street?
For right turns from a one-way street into a one-way street, start the turn in the far right lane. If safe, you may end the turn in any lane that is open.
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What lane should you be in when making a right turn from a two way street to a two way street?
When you are making a right turn from a two-way street into another two-way street, start the turn from the right lane. You must end your turn only in the right lane
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What lane should you be in when making a right turn from a one way street to a two way street?
Use the right lane and complete the turn in the right lane of the two-way street. You may turn from the other lane as well if the pavement marking allows it.
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Center lane usage?
f a street has a left turn center lane, you must use it when you turn left or start a permitted U-turn. To turn left from the street, signal and drive completely inside the center left turn lane. Complete the turn when it is safe. Note that you can't drive in the center lane for more than 200 feet or use it as a passing lane. You may drive across a center left turn lane.
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What road markings mean no passing?
No-passing zones are designated by road markings and signs as follows: Solid yellow lines marking the road; Rectangular white signs on the right side of the road indicating DO NOT PASS; Yellow pennant-shaped signs on the left side of the road indicating a NO PASSING ZONE
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How do you know if you have enough space to return to your lane after passing a vehicle?
If you can see both headlights in your rearview mirror, you have enough space to return to your lane.
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When parking facing downhill, which way should you front tires be?
Parking the vehicle downhill: you must turn your vehicle's front wheels toward the curb or toward the side of the road. Remember to set the parking brake.
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When parking facing uphill, which way should you front tires be?
Parking the vehicle uphill: you must turn your vehicle's front wheels away from the curb and let your vehicle roll back until the rear of one front wheel makes contact with the curb. Set the parking brake.
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When parking on a hill without a curb, which way should you front tires be?
When parking on a hill, if there is no curb, turn the front wheels toward the side of the road, so if the brakes fail, the car will roll away from the road and not into the path of other vehicles. This applies to both uphill and downhill parking.
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What is BAC?
BAC stands for Blood Alcohol Concentration.
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What is the legal limit of BAC for those 21 and older?
The legal limit of BAC is 0.08% for drivers 21 years of age or older
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What is the legal limit of BAC for those under 21?
0.01% for drivers younger than 21.
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How does a person's size affect their BAC?
A larger person will generally have a lower BAC than a smaller person if drinking the same amount of alcohol.
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How does time affect a person's BAC?
The amount of time the user engages in drinking: if a user drinks quickly, his or her BAC will be higher because the alcohol has less time to break down. If a user drinks at a much slower rate, the BAC will be lower.
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How does someone's gender affect their BAC?
The gender of the person drinking: women do not process alcohol as well as men.
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What happens if you measure 0.01% on a BAC test?
If you are under 21, it is illegal to drive with any measurable BAC-the limit is 0.01%. If your BAC measures at 0.01% on an alcohol screening test, the officer will take away your license and give you an order of drivers license suspension for one year. You may request a DMV administrative hearing within 10 days.
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What happens if you measure 0.05% on a BAC test?
If your BAC measures 0.05%, the court may convict you of DUI and impose penalties in addition to the non-criminal Zero Tolerance law
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What is Admin Per Se?
"Administrative Per Se" (Admin Per Se) is a legal term that refers to a law that requires the DMV to suspend or revoke the driving privilege of a person 21 years or older who drives with a BAC of 0.08% or more, or any person under the age of 21 who drives with a BAC of 0.01% or more
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What happens when you refuse to take a BAC test?
When you refuse to take a BAC test, Admin Per Se allows a law enforcement officer to confiscate your drivers license and serve you with an order suspending or revoking your license.
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What happens if you convicted for driving under the influence?
If you are convicted of driving with alcohol or drugs in your body, the judge may give you 96 hours to six months in jail. You will also have to pay from $390 to $1,000 in fines the first time you are convicted. In addition, you may lose your license for up to six months, or the state may let you drive for a time, while closely watching your driving record.
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What situations will you be required to take a test of your blood, breath, or urine for the presence of alcohol or drugs?
After being arrested on suspicion of DUI
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The Zero tolerance law applies to drivers _________.
under the age of 21
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Drivers under 21 may not carry unopened containers of liquor, beer, or wine in a vehicle unless _______________.
someone over 21 is also present
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Drivers caught with illegally high alcohol levels in their blood, breath, or urine _______________.
may be fined by the court
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It's illegal to drive a motor vehicle with a BAC of ____% or more if under the age of 21.
0.01
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What is defensive driving?
It's a set of driving skills that allows you to defend yourself against possible collisions caused by other drivers, weather, or unsafe road conditions.
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