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You are about to make a left turn, you must signal during the lay how many feet before you turn?

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100 ft

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What is true about blind spots?

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Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles

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If you are involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and can’t find the owner you should…

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Report the accident to the city police or CHP and leave a note on the vehicle

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Unless otherwise posted a speed limit in a residential area is what?

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25 mph

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You may legally block a intersection when?

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Never

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When parking up hill on a two way street your front wheels should be…

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Turned to the right which is away from the street

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With a class c drivers license a person may drive…

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A 3 axle vehicle if the gross vehicle weight is less than 6,000 pounds

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To turn left from a multi land one way street onto a one way street you should start your turn from

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The lane closest to the curb

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If you are involved in a traffic collision, you in are required to complete and submit a written report to the DMV

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If the property damage is over 1,000 or if there are any injuries

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Roadways are most slippery when?

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The first rain after a dry spell

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You may drive off the roadway to pass another car when?

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Never

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When approaching a railroad crossing and you are unable to see 400 ft down the tracks the speed limit is what?

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15 mph

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When parking your vehicle parallel to a curb on a level street

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Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb

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When merging onto the freeway you should be driving

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At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway

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When driving in fog what should you use?

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Low beams

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A white painted curb means what?

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It’s a loading zone for passengers or mail only

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A school bus is stopped with red lights flashing, you should:

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Stop as long as the red lights are flashing

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California’s basic speed law says ?

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You should never drive faster than it is safe for current conditions

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When you sell your vehicle within how many days must you notify the DMV?

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5 days

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To avoid last minute moves you should look down the road to where your vehicle will be in how many seconds?

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10-15 seconds

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You may not Park your vehicle where?

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Next to a red painted curb

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2 sets of solid, double, yellows w lines that are 2 or more feet apart ?

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May not be crossed for any reason

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You want to make a right turn at an intersection, you should slow down and…

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Signal 100 ft before turning

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If the speed limit is 65 mph but traffic is traveling at 70 mph what speed should you legally drive at ?

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No faster than 65 mph

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It is illegal to park your vehicle where?
In an unmarked crosswalk
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The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cell phones and driving is:
Using hands free devices
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If you have a green light but traffic is blocking the intersection you should :
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears
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When you are ready to make a right turn what should you do?
Slow down or stop if necessary, and then make the turn
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You must obey instructions from school crossing guards when?
All the time
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It is a very windy day. You are driving through a dust storm that reduces your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your :
Headlights
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If you plan to pass another vehicle you should:
Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane
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If all the cars on the freeway are driving 70mph or faster and the speed limit is 65 mph, what speed should you drive at?
No faster than 65 mph
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If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
Increase your chances of an accident
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Which vehicles must always stop before railroad tracks?
Tank trucks with hazardous material
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You may make a left turn on a one way street only if:
Traffic on the street moves to the left
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A large truck is in front of you and is turning right into a street with two lanes in each direction the truck:
The truck may have to swing wide to complete the right turn
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You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle, if the yellow line next to you is:
A broken line
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At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always ?
Look to the side of your vehicle to see what is happening
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You drive defensively when you :
Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards
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If you are driving in front of a large truck, you should:
Farther behind the truck
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What is illegal to do while driving?
Listening to music with headphones
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Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when...
You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks
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What happens when you tailgate a driver?
You can make the driver angry and frustrated
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Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
No, you can block traffic
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When can you drive in a bike lane?
When you are within 200 ft of turning right
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A flashing yellow light at a upcoming intersection means :
Slow down and cross intersections carefully
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What should you do when there is no crosswalk yet there is a person crossing your lane ahead ?
Stop and let them cross the street
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What is the speed limit in alleys ?
15 mph
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What is the speed limit within 100 ft of a railroad crossing where you cannot see the tracks for 400 ft in both directions
15 mph
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What is a blind intersection?
Where there is no stop signs and you cannot see for 100 ft in either direction
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When should you check your mirrors?
Every 2-5 seconds
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When may you turn left across a single set of double yellow lines?
To enter or exit a driveway, make a u-turn, or onto a private road
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What are double white lines used for ?
To indicate a lane barrier such as carpool, and never change lanes while in these until a single white broken line emerges
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What is a turnout area?
Where you drive if you are slowly and passing is unsafe
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What do end of lane markers look like
Large broken lines
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Yeild lines look like?
Shark teeth
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What are the hand signals for stop, left, and right turns?
Stop: arm down Left: arm straight out Right: arm straight up
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What is hand to hand steering?
Push / pull steering
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What is hand over hand steering ?
Used when turning at low speeds or parking
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What is one hand steering?
Only use when backing
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What is splitting the difference ?
Steering a middle course between oncoming cars and parked cars
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When should you not pass?
Approaching a hill or curve you cannot see and there is other traffic approaching, or within 100 feet of an intersection
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What is a double fine zone
Where fines are doubles because there is increased collision related injuries and fatalities
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What is rubbernecking ?
Slowing down to look at stuff out of the ordinary
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How should you adjust your speed on a wet road, packed snow, and ice?
Wet road- drive 5-10 mph slower Snow- half your speed Ice- slow to a crawl
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What should you do in high winds?
Reduce your speed, maintain a firm grip on the wheel,be alert , don't use cruise control, be proactive
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When it rains at night what light should you use?
Low beam headlights
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When should you use high beam headlights ?
Whenever possible in open country or dark city streets
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What is green driving?
Smart driving with a set of activities yay maximize fuel efficiency such as slowing down smoothly, keeping your car in good shape, and lowering the weight of your vehicle
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What is the deadly, odorless gas which is released out of exhaust pipes?
Carbon monoxide
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What should you do if you are pulled over by an officer ?
Turn your right signal on then move to the right shoulder of the road in a well lit area and place your hands in clear view
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What should you do to maintain control of a skidding vehicle ?
Ease off the gas pedal and straighten the front wheels
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It is illegal to drive with what BAC?
.08 and .01 if under 21
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To be a designated driver you must:
Be at least 21, be of a group of 2 or more persons and verbally identify themselves as designated drivers, absain from drinking , must not be an impaired driver

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