DMV 2025 California Written Test Flashcards

DMV 2025 California Written Test Flashcards Tips for choosing a lane1. Use the left lane to pass or turn left2. Use the right lane to enter or exit traffic or when you enter the road from a curb or shoulder Double solid yellow linesDo not pass over. Stay to the right of these lines unless you

are:1. In a high-occupacy vehicle carpool lane that has a

designated entrance on the left2. Instructed by construction or other signs3. Turning left across a single set of double yellow lines to enter or exit a driveway/private road/U-turn During a law enforcement stop:1. Turn on your right turn signal to acknowledge that you see the officer.2. Move completely onto the right shoulder, even if in the carpool/HOV lane. Stop in a well-lit area when possible.3. Turn off your radio.4. Remain inside your vehicle unless directed to get out by the officer.5. Roll down your window after stopping your vehicle and before the officer makes contact with you.6. The driver and all passengers should place their hands in clear view before the officer makes contact with them.Right turn against a red arrowYou may not turn right if you are stopped at a red arrow light. Wait until the light changes to green before making your turn.

To turn left:1. Drive close to the center divider or into the left turn

lane2. Enter a designated left turn lane at the opening. Do not cross any solid line3. Enter a two-way center turn lane within 200 ft of the turn.4. Start signaling 100 ft before5.Look over left shoulder and reduce speed6. Stop behind the limit line. If there is no limit line, stop before you enter the crosswalk. If there is no crosswalk, stop before you enter the intersection.7. Look left-right-left and begin your turn when safe8. Proceed into the intersection while turning to complete your turn in the left lane9. Do not turn the wheel too soon and keep wheels pointed straight10.Accelerate smoothly during and after11. Allow steering wheel to straighten into the new lane Guide signsMark routes, intersections, service areas, and other points of interest or information

Use your headlights when:1. When it is too dark to see from 1,000 feet away.2.

Beginning 30 minutes after sunset.3. Until 30 minutes before sunrise.4. In adverse weather. If you need to use your windshield wipers due to fog, rain, or snow, you must turn on your low-beam headlights.5. When conditions (such as clouds, dust, smoke, or fog) prevent you from seeing

other vehicles.6. On mountain roads and tunnels (even on sunny days).7. When a road sign states that headlights must be on.8. To help other drivers see your vehicle, especially when the sun is low on the horizon.SoundsBeeping, chirping, or verbal messages help blind or visually impaired pedestrians cross the street Right-of-way rules turning rightAlways check for pedestrians crossing the street and have motorcycles and bicycles riding next to you

One-Hand Steering1. When you are turning while backing up to see where you are going behind you. Place your hand at the 12 o'clock position on the steering wheel.2. When you are operating vehicle controls that require you to remove a hand from the steering wheel.Bicycle BoulevardPrioritizes bicycle travel on shared streets.Red YIELD signSlow down and be ready to stop to let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.Highway construction and maintenance signs warn drivers to be careful when approaching construction zones To make a right turn:1. Drive close to the right edge of the road.If a designated right turn lane is available, enter at the opening.2. You can drive in a bike lanewithin 200 feet from the turn. Check for bicyclists and people in your blind spots.3. Start signaling about 100 feet before the turn.4. Look over right shoulder and reduce speed.5. Stop behind the limit line. If there is no limit line, stop before you enter the crosswalk. If there is no crosswalk, stop before you enter the intersection.5. Look both ways (left-right-left) and turn when it is safe.6.Complete your turn in the right lane. Do not turn wide into another lane.Flashing "Don't Walk" or Flashing "Raised Hand" Do not start crossing the street. The traffic signal light is about to change. Drivers must yield to pedestrians, even if the "Don't Walk" light is flashing.Flashing yellow lightWarning to PROCEED WITH CAUTION. Slow down and be alert. You do not need to stop.Shared roadway bicycle markingsAlert drivers that bicyclists can occupy the lane and help bicyclists maintain a safe lane position in traffic.Double solid white linesIndicate a lane barrier between a regular use and a preferential use lane, such as a carpool (HOV) lane.- You may also see double solid white lines in or near freeway on and off ramps.- Never change lanes over double solid white lines. Wait until you see a single broken white line.Right turn (2)Begin and end the turn in the lane closest to the right edge of the road. Do not swing wide into another lane of traffic.To merge, enter, or exit traffic, you need a space that is:1. Half a block on city streets (about 150 ft)2. A full block on the highway (about 300 ft)- even on a green light, do not start across the intersection if there are pedestrians/vehicles blocking your pathway- when turning left do not assume that an oncoming vehicle with its right turn signal on is turning before reaching you. WAIT FOR

THEIR TURN!

Green arrowGO in the direction the arrow is pointing in.- Allows you to make a protected turn.- Oncoming vehicles are stopped by a red traffic signal light

Left turn from a two-way streetStart the turn in the left lane closest to the middle of the street. To reduce the risk of collision, end the turn in the left lane closest to the middle of the street going in your vehicle's direction.Pedestrian Push ButtonThis is used to activate the WALK or Walking Person signal.red and white regulatory signsNo U-turn, no left turn, no right turn You should signal when:1. At least 100 feet before you turn.2. Before every lane change.3. At least five seconds before you change lanes on a freeway.4. Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.5. Even when you do not see other vehicles around you.6. When you are almost through the intersection if you plan to turn shortly after crossing the intersection.Buffered bike laneUses chevrons or diagonal markings to provide greater separation from traffic and on-street parking.Turnout Areas or LanesSome have special turnout areas or lanes- Merge into these areas or lanes to allow cars behind you to pass.- You must use a turnout area or lane to let other vehicles pass when you are driving slowly on a two-lane road where passing is unsafe, and there are 5 or more vehicles following you.Right-of-way rules turning leftCheck for pedestrians. Give the right of way to any pedestrian or approaching vehicle that is close enough to be dangerous Solid red lightSTOP; you can turn if there is not a NO TURN ON RED sign posted or if you stop at the stop/limit line, yield, and turn when safe When should you dim your high-beam headlights to low beams?Within 500 feet of a vehicle coming toward you or within 300 feet of a vehicle you are following- is it illegal to drive using only parking lights Bike routeUses bike route signs and/or shared road markings to designate a preferred route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic Broken white linesSeparate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction Right turn against a red lightYou may turn right at a red light unless there is a "No turn on red" sign. Follow the same steps as a normal right turn.To turn left from a center left turn lane you must:1. Look for other vehicles coming toward you in the center left turn lane2. Signal3. Look over your shoulder to check blind spots4. Merge completely into the center left turn lane so you do not block traffic5. Turn when it is safe LanesLane 1: Left (fast)Lane 2: MiddleLane 3: Right Right-of-way rules on a green traffic signal lightProceed with caution. Pedestrians have the right of way.