Aloha Driving Flashcards - Set 3

Should you pass a moving bus slowly or efficiently?

EFFICIENTLY

Can you pass a bus with flashing red lights?

NO

How should you pass a bus with yellow flashing lights?

CAUTIOUSLY

How often should you be checking your mirrors?

EVERY 2-5 SECONDS

Who has the right-of-way at a multiple stop?

THE FIRST CAR TO ARRIVE

Do bicyclists need to drive in the same direction as traffic?

YES

What class license are you testing for?

CLASS C

What is the speed limit in an alley blind intersection, and uncontrolled railroad track?

15 MPH

What is the speed limit in a parking lot?

5 MPH

What is the speed limit on most CA freeways?

65 MPH

When passing stopped buses street cars or trolleys what speed should you be going?

10 MPH

What is the speed limit in a school zone or business district?

25 MPH

When can you park on a bridge?

ONLY IF A SIGN PERMITS IT

What happens to traffic fines in school zones and construction zones?

FINES ARE DOUBLED

What is the fine for adults illegally smoking or vaping in the car with minors?

$100 FINE

Is anyone allowed to text while driving in CA?

NO

If sirens are behind you if possible pull to what side of the road?

RIGHT

What are some limitations to your license for the first 12 months if you are under 18?

No passengers under 20

No driving

between 11PM and 5 AM

How often can you go to traffic school?

ONCE EVERY 18 MONTHS

Can you park in front of any driveway?

NO

Is it illegal to U-Turn in front of a fire station?

YES

Can you make a U-Turn in front of a curve or hill?

NO, it is unsafe due to compromised visibility.

Can Trolleys & light rail vehicles interrupt traffic signals?

YES

When you get in a car what should do before starting it?

Lock doors, adjust seat and mirrors, and put on seatbelt.

Do not park within _____ FT of a fire hydrant or fire station driveway and always stop _____ FT behind railroad tracks.

15 FT

15 FT

This is the maximum distance you can travel in a bike lane & a center left turn lane, you also need to be able to see this distance to make a U-Turn safely.

200 FT

Do not follow within ____ ft of an emergency vehicle answering a call.

300 FT

You should signal ______ ft before turning.

100 FT

You must park within ___ inches of the curb and do NOT park within ____ ft of a sidewalk ramp for the disabled.

18 INCHES

3 FT

You need to sit 10 inches away from this so it can deploy safely.

AIRBAG

Should you adjust your seat and mirrors prior to or after you have started driving?

PRIOR

You are in the far right lane of the fwy, 5 cars are merging what should you do?

Make room for the vehicles if possible by changing lanes or adjusting your speed.

Should you park in the same direction of traffic?

YES

If you want to pass a cyclist on a narrow road with an oncoming car what should you do?

Slow down & let the car pass then pass the cyclist.

If your cell phone rings while driving you should:

LET IT GO TO VOICEMAIL

If your driving record shows a failure to appear in court after receiving a traffic ticket DMV may:

SUSPEND YOUR LICENSE

Cal Trans workers want you to "Slow for the ____ zone" to keep both them and you safe.

CONE

What should you do if someone is harassing you on the roads?

CALL 9-1-1 & DRIVE TO A POLICE STATION

You just rear ended someone, more than likely you were _______ the vehicle.

Tailgating (following too closely).

Faster traffic should keep to the _____.

LEFT

Before getting out of your parked car on the traffic side of the street you should:

Check for traffic approaching from behind.

Is it illegal to leave a child 6 or younger unattended in a motor vehicle?

Yes (unless accompanied by someone 12 or older).

Are most accidents preventable?

Yes, by being a defensive driver we can avoid most accidents.

What is the best way to spot driving hazards?

Scan ahead 10-15 seconds and do not be a distracted driver.

A police officer stops you for suspicion of DUI. You refuse to take a chemical test. Will your license be taken away?

Yes

When turning right-on-red do you have to stop first?

Yes and you have to yield to all other cars and peds that can interfere with you.

At dawn or dusk, in rain or snow it can be hard to see and be seen. To make yourself more visible you should:

Turn on your headlights

List a few things to keep you alert on long drives:

Take breaks often

listen to music

have some cold water

chew gum

turn on the a/c