CA 2024 DMV Written Test Flashcards

CA 2024 DMV Written Test Flashcards If you approach a flashing red traffic light, you B. Must treat the intersection as if it is controlled by a stop sign.At an intersection with a yield sign, you: A. Must yield the right-of-way to cross traffic that is close enough to cause conflict.

When a bicyclist is making a left turn:A. They may use the left lane.

There are two traffic lanes moving in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right. If the driver behind you wishes to drive

faster, you should:

• Move into the right lane when it is safe.

You have allowed the wheels of your vehicle to run off the edge of the pavement. What should you do first?

• Hold the steering wheel firmly, release the gas pedal,

and gently apply the brakes.You are approaching an intersection with a steady yellow traffic light. If you have not already entered the intersection,

you should:

• Come to a safe stop.

If you park facing uphill on a street with a curb, set the

parking brake and:

• Turn the front wheels away from the curb.

If you are being passed in a no passing zone, you shouldC. Slow down and let the other driver safely return to the drive lane.A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that

vehicles:

• Next to the broken line may pass.

If you are driving and the rear end of your car starts

skidding to the left, you should:

• Steer to the left.

When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your

front wheels should be:

• Turned to the right (away from the street).

You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle that is using its siren and flashing lights by

• Driving as closely to the right edge of the road as

possible and stopping.A broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line indicates that

passing is:

• Permitted from the side next to the broken yellow line.

If you are about to be hit from the rear, you should consider

each of the following, except for:

• Letting go of the steering wheel.

When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level

street:

• Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.

If oncoming headlights are blinding you while you are

driving at night, you should:

• Look toward the right edge of the road.

A broken yellow centerline means thatC. Passing on the left is permitted when the way ahead is clear.In which of the following scenarios should your wheels not be pointed straight ahead?

• When parked on a hill or sloping driveway.

When entering an interstate highway, you should C. Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear.

What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights?

• You cannot turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first.

It is legal to make a left turn at a red traffic light after

stopping only if:

• You are traveling on a one-way street and turning onto

another one-way street.When being followed by a tailgater, which of the following will help you avoid being hit from behind?

• Merging into another lane

You want to turn left at an upcoming corner. Yield the

right-of-way to:

• All approaching vehicles.

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always

• Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming.

On a multilane road, a dashed yellow line next to a solid

yellow line means:

• Passing is permitted only from the direction next to the

dashed line.If a tire blows out, you should:B. Hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly.You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of-way?

• You have the right-of-way.

When preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street, you should drive

• Near the centerline.

A white painted curb indicates a:B. Loading zone for passengers or mail only.

You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle

if the yellow line next to:

• Your side of the road is a broken line.

If you are driving on a highway next to a single broken

white line marking:

• You may cross the line to pass and change lanes.

If you are being followed too closely on a two-lane road:A. Reduce your speed slowly to encourage the tailgater to drive around you.You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching while using its siren and flashing lights. You

should:

• Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and

stop.Increase your following distance when driving behind a

large vehicle:

• To better see around the sides of the vehicle.