California Driver's Handbook Review

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and definitions from the California Driver's Handbook.

California Driver's Handbook

A guide containing information regarding driving laws, licensing, and safety in California.

Renewal

The process to extend the validity of a driver’s license or vehicle registration.

REAL ID

A California driver’s license or ID card that meets federal security standards for identification.

Instruction Permit

A permit allowing a person to practice driving under certain conditions before receiving a full license.

Provisional License

A restricted license for drivers under 18 that limits driving hours and passenger limits.

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)

A measurement of alcohol in the bloodstream, used to determine impairment.

Yield

To give way to pedestrians or vehicles that have the right-of-way.

Blind Spot

Areas around a vehicle that cannot be seen by the driver when looking straight ahead or using mirrors.

Tailgating

Following another vehicle too closely, which can reduce reaction time.

Three-Second Rule

A method to maintain a safe following distance by counting three seconds between you and the vehicle in front.