California Driver Handbook - Speed Limits Flashcards

California Driver Handbook - Speed Limits Flashcards TrueT or F Some school zones may have speed limits as low as 15mph.TrueT or F At business or residential districts the speed limit is 25mph, unless otherwise posted TrueT or F All speed limits are based on ideal driving conditions.TrueT or F The maximum speed limit on most California highways is 65 mph.TrueT or F The speed limit is 15 mph within 100 feet of a railroad crossing where you cannot see the tracks for 400 feet in both directions.TrueT or F A safety zone is marked by raised buttons or markers on the road and is set aside for pedestrians, most-likely seen where street cars, trolleys, and vehicles share the roadway.TrueT or F If a school bus is on the other side of a divided or multi-lane highway (two or more lanes in each direction), you do not need to stop when the bus' lights are flashing red.TrueT or F At a railroad or train crossing, cross railroad tracks only at designated crossings and only when it is safe to do so.TrueT or F Regardless of the posted speed limit, your speed

should depend on:1. The number and speed of other

vehicles on the road.2. Whether the road surface is smooth, rough, graveled, wet, dry, wide, or narrow.3.Bicyclists or pedestrians on or crossing the roadway.4.Whether it is raining, foggy, snowing, windy, or dusty.TrueT or F Stop if you see a train coming or you hear the whistle, horn, or bell of an approaching train.TrueT or F If you see a stray animal in your path, slow down or stop if it is safe. Do not swerve as you may lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident.TrueT or F At a blind intersection, if your view is blocked, move slowly forward until you can see.TrueT or F Pedestrians, bicyclists, or other vehicles alongside you may experience sudden strong winds when passing or being passed. Slow down and pass safely, and pass only at a safe distance (3 feet or more for bicyclists).TrueT or F Near schools, look for bicyclists and pedestrians.

TrueT or F At a railroad or train crossing, never stop on the railroad tracks. A train cannot stop quickly or swerve out of the way.TrueT or F If you fail to stop when a bus' red lights are flashing, you may be fined up to $1000 and your driving privileges could be suspended for 1 year.TrueT or F At a railroad or train crossing, do not go under or around lowered gates.TrueT or F Near schools, school safety patrols or crossing guards. Be sure to obey their directions. For the crossing guard's safety, allow them to safely get to the side of the road before driving ahead.TrueT or F When another driver is close behind you and wishes to drive faster, you should move to the right.TrueT or F The speed limit, when safe to pass streetcars, trolleys, or buses is 10mph. This speed limit applies at a safety zone or an intersection where a streetcar, trolley, or bus is stopped and traffic is controlled by a peace officer or traffic signal light.TrueT or F The speed limit for a blind intersection is 15 mph TrueT or F If you see animals or livestock near the roadway, slow down and proceed with caution.TrueT or F An intersection is considered blind if there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see for 100 feet in either direction during the last 100 feet before crossing.TrueT or F If you block the normal and reasonable movement of traffic by driving too slowly, you may be cited.TrueT or F The speed limit in any alley is 15 mph.TrueT or F California "Basic Speed Law" states that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.TrueT or F At a railroad or train crossing, stop at least 15 feet, but no more than 50 feet, from the nearset track when the crossing devices are active (flashing red), or when a person warns you that a train is coming.TrueT or F When driving within 500 to 1000 feet of a school while children are outside or crossing the street, the speed limit is 25mph unless otherwise posted.TrueT or F Always drive slowly and carefully near schools, playgrounds, parks, and residential areas because children may suddenly run into the street.TrueT or F At a railroad or train crossing, expect a train on any track, at any time, traveling in either direction.TrueT or F At light-rail crossings, do not proceed across the tracks until you can see clearly in both directions and are sure there are no light-rail transit vehicles or trains coming.

TrueT or F The same rules apply to light-rail transit vehicle crossings as to train crossings.TrueT or F Buses, school buses, and trucks transporting hazardous loads must stop before they cross train tracks.TrueT or F Near schools, yellow flashing school bus lights warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.TrueT or F Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit is 55 mph on a two-lane undivided highway and for vehicles towing trailers.TrueT or F At a railroad or train crossing, if you need to stop, make sure your vehicle clears the tracks before you do.TrueT or F Near schools, red flashing school bus lights tell you to stop from either direction until the children are safely across the street and the bus' lights stop flashing.TrueT or F When you tow a vehicle or trailer, or drive a bus or 3 or more axle truck, you must drive in the right most lane or in a lane specially marked for slower vehicles.TrueT or F If school grounds have no fence and children are outside, never drive faster than 25mph.TrueT or F If you are driving 45 in a 55 mph speed zone during a dense fog, you may be cited for driving "too fast for conditions." TrueT or F You may drive 70 mph where posted.TrueT or F When you see animals or livestock near the roadway, be sure to follow directions from the person in chard of the animals.TrueT or F You may drive faster than 15 mph at a railroad crossing, if the crossing is controlled by gates, a warning signal, or a flagman.TrueT or F At a railroad or train crossing, if the gates are lowered and you do not see a train approaching, call the posted railroad emergency toll-free number or 9-1-1. Give a detailed description of your location.TrueT or F You must drive slower when there is heavy traffic or bad weather.TrueT or F If you see a yellow and black road sign with an animal such as a deer, be alert for possible animals in or near the roadway.TrueT or F At a railroad or train crossing, do not proceed over the railroad tracks until the red lights stop flashing, even if the gate rises.TrueT or F If you choose to drive slower than other traffic, do not drive in the #1 lane.TrueT or F High speed increases your stopping distance. The faster you go, the less time you have to avoid a hazard or

collision.