Troubleshooting California DMV Practice Test 1 by Zack Norman 23/09/2023 written by Zack Norman 23/09/2023 California DMV Practice Test 1 1 / 15 1) A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means: Slow down and proceed with caution. Stop completely, then proceed when safe. Yield to oncoming traffic. A flashing red light functions the same as a stop sign. You must come to a complete stop, check for other vehicles or pedestrians, and then proceed when the way is clear. 2 / 15 2) A yellow pentagon-shaped sign with two figures walking means: School zone ahead. Pedestrian crossing. Crosswalk area. This sign warns that a school is nearby and there may be children crossing the road. Drivers should slow down and be cautious. 3 / 15 3) What does a white rectangular sign with a red circle and a line through it indicate? Speed limit. No entry. Stop. This sign is a "Do Not Enter" sign, indicating that drivers are not allowed to enter the area, typically used to block entry to one-way streets or restricted zones. 4 / 15 4) A yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black arrow curving to the right means: Detour ahead. A sharp right turn ahead. Road closed. This sign warns drivers of a sharp right turn on the road ahead. It advises reducing speed to navigate the curve safely. 5 / 15 5) What does a red and white triangular sign at an intersection mean? Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching. Always come to a complete stop. Yield the right-of-way to traffic and pedestrians. A red and white triangular sign indicates a "Yield" sign. You must slow down and yield to any vehicles or pedestrians that have the right-of-way before proceeding. 6 / 15 6) You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you: Sell or transfer your vehicle. Are involved in a collision. Fail a smog check. You are required to notify the DMV within 5 days of selling or transferring your vehicle to update ownership records. 7 / 15 7) You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is: 25 mph. 15 mph. 20 mph. California law requires you to slow down to 15 mph at railroad crossings where you cannot see 400 feet down the track in either direction. 8 / 15 8) If you are caught driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at or above the legal limit: You may face criminal charges. You will only receive a warning. Your driving record will not be affected. California law makes it illegal to drive with a BAC of 0.08% or higher. If caught, you could face serious consequences, including criminal charges, fines, and license suspension. 9 / 15 9) A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should: Stop and proceed only when the lights stop flashing. Slow down and pass cautiously. Pass if no children are present. In California, drivers must stop when a school bus is displaying flashing red lights, indicating that children are getting on or off the bus. You may proceed only once the lights stop flashing. 10 / 15 10) When driving in fog, you should use your: High beams. Low beams. Hazard lights. Using low beams in fog improves visibility by reducing glare and preventing the reflection of light off the fog back into your eyes. 11 / 15 11) What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane? Press down on the brake. Take your foot off the accelerator. Turn the steering wheel sharply. If your car starts to hydroplane (lose contact with the road due to water), gradually lift off the accelerator. Sudden moves could cause a loss of control. 12 / 15 12) When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be: Turned to the right (away from the street). Turned to the left (toward the street). Parallel to the pavement. If you park uphill with no curb, turn your wheels to the right so that if your vehicle rolls, it will roll away from traffic and not into it. 13 / 15 13) At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously. Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming. Drive slowly and honk your horn. It’s crucial to check for pedestrians, bicyclists, and other vehicles when approaching intersections, crosswalks, or railroad crossings to avoid accidents. 14 / 15 14) What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line mean? Passing is allowed from both directions. Passing is allowed from the side with the broken line. Passing is not allowed in either direction. A broken yellow line next to your lane means you can pass, but if the solid yellow line is on your side, you must not cross it except when making a left turn. 15 / 15 15) You may legally turn right on a solid red light Only after a complete stop, unless otherwise posted. Without stopping if no vehicles are coming. Only after slowing down and checking traffic. In California, you can make a right turn on a red light unless there is a sign prohibiting it. However, you must come to a complete stop before proceeding to ensure the intersection is clear. Your score isThe average score is 57% 0% Restart quiz 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Zack Norman previous post Japanese Grand Prix And F1 Drivers’ Championship Betting next post 5 Essential Forums for DIY Car Repair Enthusiasts Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
