Full Length Permit test P1

1. What does a solid red traffic light mean

Stop completely before entering the intersection.

2. What should you do at a flashing yellow light

Slow down and proceed with caution.

3. What does a flashing red light mean

Stop completely

4. When are you allowed to turn right on a red light

After stopping

5. What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line mean

Passing is allowed on the side with the broken line.

6. What is the speed limit in a residential area unless otherwise posted

25 mph

7. When should you use your headlights

30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise

8. What is the legal BAC limit for drivers 21 and older

0.08%

9. What should you do if you are being tailgated

Slow down gradually and encourage the tailgater to pass.

10. When can you use a cell phone without a hands-free device while driving

Only in emergency situations.

11. What is the penalty for fleeing a police officer

Imprisonment in a county jail for not more than 1 year.

12. What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid

Ease off the gas

13. What is the hand signal for a left turn

Left arm straight out.

14. When must you yield to pedestrians

At all crosswalks and intersections.

15. What is the speed limit near a school when children are present

25 mph or lower if posted.

16. When can you cross a solid double yellow line

To turn left into or out of a driveway or private road.

17. What is the purpose of a diamond-shaped traffic sign

Warning

18. What does a white curb mean

Passenger loading and unloading only.

19. How far ahead should you look while driving

10 to 15 seconds ahead.

20. What should you do before changing lanes

Check mirrors

21. What is the penalty for driving without insurance

Vehicle may be impounded and fines imposed.

22. When is it legal to drive with only parking lights on

Never.

23. What is the correct way to enter a freeway

Accelerate to match the speed of traffic and merge when safe.

24. What does a yellow curb mean

Loading zone for freight or passengers.

25. When is it legal to use the carpool lane

When you have the minimum number of passengers posted.

26. What should you do if your accelerator sticks

Shift to neutral and apply the brakes.

27. What is the minimum tread depth for tires

1/32 of an inch

28. What is the correct hand signal for stopping

Left arm down with hand pointed down.

29. What should you do when approaching a roundabout

Yield to traffic already in the roundabout.

30. What is the two-second rule

A safe following distance behind another vehicle.

31. When are roads most slippery

First few minutes of rain.

32. When can you drive in a bicycle lane

When preparing to turn or park (within 200 feet of the turn).

33. What should you do at an uncontrolled intersection

Yield to vehicles already in the intersection or on your right.

34. When should you dim your high beams

When approaching another vehicle or driving in fog.

35. What is hydroplaning

Tires riding on a layer of water

36. What should you do if you miss your freeway exit

Take the next exit.

37. What is the penalty for driving under the influence

License suspension

38. What does a red curb mean

No stopping

39. When are you required to report a collision

When there are injuries or property damage over $1000.

40. What do broken white lines mean

Separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.

41. When is it legal to park in a disabled spot

Only with a valid disabled placard or license plate.

42. What does a blue curb mean

Parking for disabled persons with placards.

43. What is a blind intersection

An intersection where you can’t see 100 feet in both directions.

44. What is the fine for using a handheld phone while driving

A base fine starting at $20.

45. When can minors use a phone while driving

Only in emergencies.

46. What does a white rectangular traffic sign mean

Regulatory—like speed limits.