California DMV Drivers Handbook Section 8 Questions Flashcards

California DMV Driver's Handbook Section 8 Questions Flashcards Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb, you should always signal. (True or False) True Before every lane change, what should you do? signal, check your mirrors, look over your shoulder, and check your blind spot If you have emergency flares and are stopped in the road, you should place them _______ feet behind your vehicle

200-300

Dim your high-beam headlights to low-beams within ______ feet when a vehicle is coming towards you.500 Why shouldn't you signal too early before crossing the intersection, if you are planning to turn after crossing the intersection?other drivers might think you plan to turn at the intersection California's "Basic Speed Law" says:You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions When using the steering wheel with both hands, where should you position your hands initially?

• and 3 o'clock, or lower at 8 and 4 o'clock

When using the steering wheel with one hand, where should you position your hand?12 o'clock How far before a turn should you start signaling? 100 feet When should you use your emergency flashers, lightly tap the brake pedal three or four times, or use a hand signal when slowing or stopping in order to warn other drivers?If you see a collision or hazard ahead When you cannot clearly recognize a person or vehicle from ________ feet away, it is too dark and you must turn on your headlights.1000 How long before you change lanes on a freeway should you start signaling?

• seconds

When should you start signaling if you plan on turning after crossing the intersection?when you are almost through the intersection What times should you always use your headlights? 30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise There are only two situations that may require steering with one hand. What are they?turning while backing up, operating vehicle controls If you pull over and are not moving, you should...turn on your emergency flashers If you call for emergency roadside assistance, what should you do until help arrives?stay in your vehicle What should you do on narrow mountain roads where you cannot see at least 200 feet ahead of your vehicle?honk your horn Never stop on the road unlessit is necessary to stay safe or to obey a law In what situations should you always signal? when you turn, change lanes, slow down, or stop In adverse weather when using windshield wipers is necessary, should you use your low beam headlights or high beam headlights?low beam headlights