Permit Test Study Guide

Condition to drive off roadway

Only when it is not legal under any conditions.

Speed limit at railroad crossing

15 mph.

Distance from curb when parking

Within 18 inches.

Speed when merging onto freeway

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

Headlights to use in fog

Low beams.

Who can park next to blue curb

A person who is disabled and has a special placard or license plate.

Action with school bus flashing yellow lights

Slow down and prepare to stop.

California's Basic Speed Law requirement

Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

Notify DMV within 5 days

If you sell or transfer ownership of your vehicle.

Look ahead while driving

10 to 15 seconds down the road.

Signal before left turn

100 feet.

Large truck blind spots

They have larger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.

Action after minor collision with parked vehicle

Leave a note and report the accident to the police.

Speed limit in residential areas

25 mph.

Blocking an intersection

Never.

Parking uphill on two-way street

Turn them to the right (away from the street).

Vehicle type with Class C license

A three-axle vehicle weighing less than 6,000 pounds.

Turning left from one-way street

From the far-left lane.

Filing SR-1 accident report

If property damage exceeds $1,000 or anyone is injured.

Roads slippery during rainfall

For the first several minutes of rain.

Curb color indicating no stopping

Red.

Two solid sets of double yellow lines

A barrier — do not cross.

Making a right turn at intersection with bike lane

Merge into the bicycle lane before turning.

Legal speed on freeway with posted limit

No faster than 65 mph.

Illegal parking location

In an unmarked crosswalk.

Safest way to use cellphone while driving

Use a hands-free device.

Action with green light but blocked intersection

Wait until the intersection is clear before entering.

Making a right turn at intersection

Slow down and signal at least 100 feet before turning.

Obeying a school crossing guard

At all times.

Driving in dust or smoke

Use headlights.

Action when planning to pass another vehicle

Do not assume the other driver will make room for you.

What to do if in intersection and hear sirens

Continue through the intersection and then pull over.

Risk of driving faster than traffic on one-lane road

You increase the risk of a collision.

Vehicles that must stop before railroad tracks

Tank trucks carrying hazardous materials.

Tank trucks carrying hazardous materials.

When may you turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street?

Only if traffic on the cross street moves left.

A large truck is ahead of you turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. What should you expect?

It may need to swing wide to complete the turn.

When may you legally cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle?

If the line next to your side is broken.

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, what should you always do?

Look to the sides of your vehicle.

What is a key aspect of defensive driving?

Always keep your eyes moving to scan surroundings.

You are following a large truck on the freeway. What should you do?

Follow at a greater distance than you would for a car.

Which of the following is illegal while driving?

Wearing a headset or earplugs that cover both ears.

When must you stop before crossing railroad tracks?

When you don't have room to completely cross.

What happens if you tailgate another driver?

You increase the chance of road rage and collisions.

Is it always safer to drive slower than other traffic?

No — driving too slowly can also be dangerous.

You see a person working alone at a construction site ahead. What must you do?

Obey their instructions at all times.

When can you drive in a bike lane?

Within 200 feet of a turn.

What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

Slow down and proceed with caution.

You see a pedestrian still in the crosswalk after the "DON'T WALK" sign starts flashing and your light turns green. What should you do?

Wait until the pedestrian finishes crossing.

What speed should you be driving when entering a highway?

At or near the speed of traffic.

How far in advance must you dim your high beams for an oncoming car?

500 feet.

A person in a motorized wheelchair has entered the crosswalk at an intersection. What should you do?

Remain stopped until they have crossed safely.

What is one of the most common causes of traffic collisions?

Driver distractions.

What is the penalty for fleeing law enforcement and causing serious injury?

Imprisonment in state prison for up to 7 years.

You are at an intersection and want to turn left. What should you do first?

Yield to any vehicle close enough to be dangerous.

You park on a hill. In addition to setting the parking brake, what should you do?

Leave your car in "Park" or gear.

You're under 18 and have had your license for 8 months. When may you drive?

Between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.

You are turning left from a one-way street to another one-way street. From which lane should you turn?

The far-left lane.

When are you required to file a Report of Traffic Accident (SR-1)?

If you're in a collision with more than $1,000 in damage or any injury.

When are roads most slippery on hot days during rainfall?

For the first few minutes.

When is parking in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area allowed?

Never.

You don't have a hands-free device and your phone rings while driving. What should you do?

Let it go to voicemail.

If traffic is blocking an intersection and your light is green, what should you do?

Wait until the intersection is clear before entering.

After making a right turn, what lane should you end in?

The lane closest to the right edge of the road.

When is it legal to drive with an opened alcoholic beverage container?

If it is in the trunk of the vehicle.

Traffic is slow and you must cross railroad tracks before an intersection. What should you do?

Wait until you can fully cross before proceeding.

If you're being tailgated, what should you do?

Change lanes and let them pass.

Can you be ticketed for speeding if you're driving the speed limit?

Yes, if conditions require a slower speed.

What lights should you use if dust or smoke reduces visibility?

Headlights.

A pedestrian is still in the crosswalk and your light is green. What should you do?

Wait until the pedestrian is completely out of your path.

When must you obey a crossing guard?

At all times.