California DMV licensepermit test Flashcards

California DMV license/permit test Flashcards GO! However still stop for any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian in the intersection.

A GREEN ARROW signal light means:

-A person on foot-A person traveling on something other than a vehicle or bicycle-A person with a disability using a tricycle, or wheelchair for transportation.Blind pedestrians using guide dogs or a white cane have the right of way at all times. True or False No stopping, standing or parking. Only buses may stop at a red zone marked for buses only.

A blue curb means:

-Move onto the right shoulder-Turn off music and phones-Remain in your car-Roll down the windows-Place your hands in clear view During a law enforcement stop you should have these 3

things:

-Where a no parking sign is posted-On a crosswalk-On a sidewalk-In a tunnel or on a bridge-Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant or fire station-On a freeway If you must stop on the freeway for any reason make sure

you:

An emergencyIn case of an emergency on the side of the road, where should you place your flares or triangles?-Park off the pavement-Stay in your vehicle with the doors locked-Make sure your vehicle is visible at least 200 feet in each direction

Which two cars help to lower emissions:

The "Divided Highway" sign looks like this: The "End Divided Highway" sign looks like this: Use this lane to allow cars behind you to pass Who can use a bicycle lane?It is against the law to use a cell phone or text when driving

EXCEPT when:

There is an emergency and you need to contact law enforcement, fire, health care or another emergency service.You can only drive for 200 feet in this lane before making a left or making a U-turn.When should you use a turnout area or lane?Yes, ONLY when you are turning left from a one way street onto a left-moving one way street and when it is safe to do so.Which lane do you use to make a U-turn?Yes, you may turn if it is safe to do so unless there is a "no turn on red" sign posted.Can you turn at a right arrow?STOP! After stopping, you may go when it is safe. A SOLID YELLOW signal light means: You may turn here even is there is a red light for vehicles going straight through an intersection.How do you make a left turn?-Signal-Check all mirrors-Check traffic behind and beside you-Look over your shoulder in the direction you are moving-Check your blind spot-Make sure you have enough room Where is the passing lane located?HOV lanes are reserved for carpools, buses, motorcycles and low-emission vehicles with decals.What does the diamond symbol in the middle of a lane mean?Slow down and be ready to stop and let pedestrians pass if necessary.

The "Slippery when wet" sign looks like this:

No! Wait until the light changes green before turning.Public Transit Bus Lane The passing lane is the lane closest to the center divider.Who can drive in the Carpool/High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lanes?-When you see a collision or hazard ahead-if you are not moving

Lift the hood of your car to signal:

You should always signal when you:TurnChange lanesSlow downStop

Start the turn in the far right lane and end the turn in any lane.How to turn at a T intersection from a one way street onto a two way street.-At a railroad crossing-Where a "No U-turn" sign is posted-When you cannot see 200 feet in each direction-On a one way street-In a fire station driveway-In a business district How do you make a left turn from a two way street?It is illegal to drive, stop, park or leave your vehicle in this lane. You may only cross over this lane to make a right turn.Dedicated Right Turn Lane You can park for a limited time only (times may be posted on a nearby sign)

A yellow curb means:

you may pass only if the broken yellow line is next to your driving lane What does a single solid white line mean?

Allow those vehicles to passWhen you parallel park make sure to:

You are near a school. Drive slowly and stop for children.Diamond shaped signs are: Any vehicle, bike, or pedestrian that gets to the intersection first has the right of way.If you get to an intersection AT THE SAME TIME as a vehicle or bike, who has the right of way?Start the turn in the left lane closest to the middle of the street and end the turn in the left lane closest to the middle of the street.How do you make a right turn?

5 secondsYou should use your horn to:

-Bicyclists-Motorized bicycle with caution-Drivers when parking their car-Drivers when entering or leaving the road-Drivers when turning within 200 feet of the intersection How do you make a right turn?Right of way is given to the vehicle or bike on your right.Even if you have a green light, who has the right of way?GO! You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.When the traffic signal lights are not working you should: You can load and unload passengers and freight. Do not stop longer than time posted.

A red curb means:

• You are approaching a hill or curve-You are within 100

feet of an intersection, bridge, tunnel, railroad crossing-At crossroads and driveways ALWAYS pass other vehicles on the left. You may only

pass on the right when:

Start the turn from the lane closest to the middle of the street and end your turn in any lane that is safely open.How do you make a left turn from a one way street onto a two way street?The "Merging traffic" sign looks like this: The "Added Lane" sign looks like this: Parking for disabled or someone driving a disabled person only.

Never park or leave your vehicle:

TRUEIf two vehicles meet on a steep narrow road/hill and neither vehicle can pass who has the right of way?

There are two situations that may require steering with one

hand. They are:

when you are turning while backing up and when you are operating vehicle controls that require you to remove a hand from the steering wheel.You may turn either right or left from the center lane. Traffic going straight though the intersection has the right of way.

When you enter a highway you will need to:

They show approaching vehicles where to yield or stop.This line is also called shark's teeth.Which lane on the freeway is known as Number 1 Lane?

TRUEA SOLID RED traffic light signal means:

CAUTION!Stop if you can do so safely. If you cannot stop safely cautiously cross the intersection.

A YELLOW ARROW signal light means:

STOP!You CAN then turn at that red light after stopping and if it is safe to do so.

A RED ARROW traffic light signal means:

200-300 feet behind your vehicleWhat does a single solid yellow line mean?-Plug in electric-Hydrogen fuel electric During a law enforcement stop make sure to: It is a lane barrier between a regular use lane and a carpool lane What does a broken white line mean?

Obey the vehicle traffic signals.The yield signs means:

-Look for a space at least 3 feet longer than your car-Park within 18 inches of the curb

When you park on a sloping driveway you should:

It marks the center of a road with two-way traffic. Do not cross over this line into oncoming traffic.What do double solid yellow lines mean?It marks traffic lanes going in the same direction.What do double solid white lines mean?WARNING and to proceed with caution. Slow down and be alert however you do not need to stop.

A FLASHING YELLOW ARROW signal light means:

To cross over it or to enter/exit a driveway or alley.What is a pedestrian?You may stop only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers

A green curb means:

Use the far left lane or center left turn lane. Where can you NEVER make a U-turn?-Avoid collisions-Alert another driver of a hazard-Alert oncoming traffic on roads where you cannot see at least 200 feet ahead of your vehicle.

Do not use your horn to:

You can proceed with caution, yield to oncoming traffic.A SOLID GREEN signal light means: Turn your front wheels away from the curb and let your car roll back a few inches. Set the parking brake.When you park heading uphill or downhill and there is NO

curb you should:

-Drive close to the center divider or the left turn lane-start signaling 100 feet before the turn-Proceed to turn when it is safe to do so Can you turn left against a red light?The lane to the right of the Number 1 Lane. When might a driver change lanes?Start the turn from the far left lane and end your turn in any lane that is safely open.How to make a right turn from a one way street onto a one way street -Express anger-Honk at other drivers about a mistake-Honk at pedestrians

Use your headlights:

The left lane. Also known as the fast lane. Which lane on the freeway is known as Number 2 Lane?-Signal-Leave enough space that is half a block when you are on city streets-Leave enough space that is a full block

on the highway

Do NOT pass another vehicle when: