California Driver's Handbook

These flashcards cover important vocabulary and concepts from the California Driver's Handbook to aid students in understanding key terms and improving their knowledge for driving safely in California.

California Driver’s License

A license that allows you to drive on public roads in California.

Instruction Permit

A temporary license allowing a new driver to practice driving under certain conditions.

REAL ID

A form of identification that meets federal requirements for identification.

Vision Test

A test to ensure that the applicant can see well enough to drive safely.

Knowledge Test

A multiple-choice test to assess the applicant's understanding of traffic laws.

Behind-the-Wheel Test

A practical driving test to evaluate the applicant's ability to operate a vehicle safely.

Provisional License

A restricted license issued to drivers under 18 years of age, with specific limitations.

Traffic Lane

A designated section of roadway for vehicles to travel in a single line.

Yield Line

A solid white line with triangles indicating where drivers should yield to pedestrians.

Alcohol and Drug Use

Refers to the laws regarding driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)

A measure of the amount of alcohol in a person's bloodstream.

Child Restraint System

A safety system that secures children in a vehicle for safe transportation.

Tailgating

The act of driving too closely behind another vehicle, posing a risk of collision.

Blind Spot

Areas around a vehicle not visible to the driver through mirrors.

Emergency Flashers

Warning lights on a vehicle used to indicate a hazard or emergency situation.

Seat Belts

Safety devices designed to secure occupants in a vehicle and reduce injury in a crash.

Hydroplaning

A condition where a vehicle loses traction on a wet surface and skids on water.

Tailgating

Driving too closely behind another vehicle, reducing reaction time.