2024 California Drivers Handbook Flashcards

2024 California Driver's Handbook Flashcards When to turn down high beams?500 ft when approaching from front, 300 ft when approaching from behind At 55 mph, under good conditions, a passenger vehicle can stop within __ feet.300 Traffic lanes numbered from left to right 1 2 3 What is the 3-second ruleTo ensure safe stopping, leave 3 seconds of space between you and the vehicle in front of you.Single solid yellow line indicates:The center of a road with two-way traffic. Do not cross over this line into oncoming traffic. Do not pass a vehicle in front of you if there is only one lane of traffic going your direction and a solid yellow line on your side of the road When entering a highway, you need to:Be in the proper lane on the onramp, be at or near traffic speed, merge when safe to do so (don't stop unless absolutely necessary), use mirrors and turn signals, quickly turn and look over shoulders If you park facing downhill on a street with a curb, set the

parking brake and:

Turn front wheels towards the curb When a bus, streetcar, or trolley is stopped at a safety zone or traffic light, you may pass at no more than __ mph 10 There are 2 traffic lanes moving in your direction. You are driving in the left land and many vehicles are passing you on the right. The driver behind you wishes to drive faster,

you should:

Move into the right lane where it is safe When should you check your blind spots?Lane change, turn at intersection, merge with traffic, backing up, leaving parking space, parallel parking, pull away from curb, opening car door.Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more

feet apart indicates:

A barrier. Do not drive on or over this barrier, make a left turn, or make a U-turn across it.Double solid white lines indicates:Lane barrier between regular and preferential use lane (e.g. carpool lane). Never change lanes over these lines, wait for single broken white line.If you are found guilty of driving without wearing a seat belt, you will be fined up to __ if this was your second offense.$50 How are locked wheel skids caused?Braking too hard when you are going too fast On a wet road, reduce your speed by __5-10 mph To merge, enter, or exit traffic on the highway, you need a

space that is:

300 ft, which is around a block

Left lane used for:Passing or turning left

How to brake:Remove foot from gas pedal, allowing vehicle to slow.

Lightly press brake until you come to a full stop.

Fines for traffic violations in a work zone can be __ or more$1,000 What do end of lane markings look like?Large broken lines When should you not pass another vehicle? If you are approaching a hill or curve and can't see if other traffic is approaching, at crossroads and driveways, or within 100 ft of an intersection, bridge, tunnel, railroad crossing, or other hazardous areas If stopping behind a vehicle, leave enough space to__See their rear wheels If you park facing uphill on a street with a curb, set the

parking brake and:

Turn front wheels away from the curb Signal ___ seconds before changing lanes on freeway5+ How to avoid slippery surface skids?Slow down as you approach intersections and curves, avoid fast turns and quick stops, shift to low gear before going down a steep hill What to do during a law enforcement stop? Turn on right turn signal to acknowledge, move completely onto the right shoulder (preferably a well-lit area), remain in vehicle, roll down window before officer makes contact, place hands in clear view On a two-lane undivided highway, the maximum speed limit for vehicles towing trailers is __ mph unless otherwise posted.55 If you see a collision ahead, warn drivers behind you by:Turning on emergency flashers, or tightly tapping brake pedal 3-4 times, or use hand signal when slowing and stopping A driver in front of you is signaling with their arm pointing

downward. This driver wants to:

Slow or stop If a tailgater is behind you, you should: Maintain your course and speed. When safe, merge right or change into another lane, allowing the tailgater to pass.A driver in front of you is signaling with their arm pointing

straight out. This driver wants to:

Turn left

A white curb indicates:Passenger pick-up and drop-off

Always pass a large vehicle from the __ side. And afterwards, what do you do?Left; move ahead of it.What do yield lines look like?A solid white line of triangles pointing towards approaching vehicles.

You may make a U-turn:Across a double yellow line, on divided highways is

opening is provided

An intersection is considered blind if:It has no stop signs at any corner

Anyone convicted of assaulting a highway worker faces fines up to __ and imprisonment for up to __.$2,000; 1 year The speed limit in an alley is __ mph15 On packed snow, reduce your speed by __Half Broken yellow line indicates:You may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane and when it is safe.To give yourself time to react, avoid last minute moves and hazards, always keep your eyes moving and scan the road

at least __ seconds ahead of your vehicle 10

What indicated the outer edge of a roadway, and may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder?Solid white line A driver in front of you is signaling with their arm pointing

upward. This driver wants to:

Turn right The speed limit is __ mph within 500 feet of a school while children are outside or crossing the street.25 How to go through work zones:Slow down, allow extra space between vehicles, expect slowing or stopping, watch for drivers changing lanes, avoid distractions.

Right lane used for:Entering or exiting traffic

On ice, reduce your speed by __No more than 5 mph

Never make a U-turn:At or on a railroad crossing, on a divided highway (by

crossing barriers, strips of land, etc.), when you can't see clearly for more that 200 ft in each direction, on a one-way street, in front of a fire station, or in business districts If you start skidding, you should:Slowly release gas pedal, don't use brakes, turn steering wheel in direction of skid, try to get a wheel on dry pavement Whenever possible, give a motorcycle __ lane. The full lane The ideal maximum speed limit on most California highways is __ mph unless otherwise posted.65 Is it necessary to slow down before a lane change?No Do not overtake and pass a light rail vehicle or streetcar on

the left side (moving or standing) unless:

On a one-way street, or if a traffic officer directs you to do so.The speed limit for a blind intersection is __ mph15 If you are found guilty of driving without wearing a seat belt, you will be fined up to _____ if this was your first offense.$20

In a roundabout, yield to:All traffic already in the roundabout

What is hydroplaning?Tires lose contact with the road and have no traction A person convicted of reckless driving or engaging in a speed contest that causes injury to another person is

subject to:

Imprisonment, a fine, or both.Signal __ feet before a turn100 To merge, enter, or exit traffic on city streets, you need a

space that is:

150 ft, which is around half a block If a California driver is stopped by a police officer for suspected drugged driving, they may have to undergo a __ test to determine if they are driving under the influence of drugs.Blood Can you pass another vehicle when approaching a curve or a hill?Yes, but only if there's enough space.In a roundabout, always travel in a __ direction. Counter-clockwise Steps to changing lanes:Signal, check rear and side mirrors, check traffic behind and beside you, look over your shoulder to make sure desired lane is clear, check blind spots, make sure there's