Practice Exam #2 – Traffic Law & Rules of the Road | Driving Instructor License Course

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Q1. The California Basic Speed Law requires drivers to:

a). Drive at the posted speed limit. b). Drive at or below 55 mph unless otherwise posted. c). Drive at a speed reasonable for conditions. d). Drive no faster than surrounding traffic.

Question 2 of 50

Q2. Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two feet or more apart:

a). May be crossed to turn into a driveway. b). May be crossed to make a U-turn. c). May never be crossed for any reason. d). May be crossed only in residential areas.

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Q3. A flashing red traffic signal requires a driver to:

a). Yield. b). Slow and proceed with caution. c). Stop, then proceed when safe. d). Stop only if pedestrians are present.

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Q4. Yellow lane lines indicate traffic:

a). Moving in the same direction. b). Moving in opposite directions. c). Restricted to buses only. d). Reserved for passing

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Q5. When approaching a stopped vehicle at a crosswalk and you do not see a pedestrian, you must:

a). Proceed carefully. b). Slow to 25 mph. c). Stop before entering the crosswalk. d). Sound the horn.

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Q6. A driver may legally cross a solid white line:

a). To pass another vehicle. b). To change lanes when safe. c). For no reason. d). Only at intersections.

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Q7. Blocking an intersection is:

a). Permitted on green lights. b). Permitted if traffic is moving. c). Never permitted. d). Permitted on weekends.

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Q8. When parking uphill on a street with a curb, wheels should be turned:

a). Straight ahead. b). Toward the curb. c). Away from the curb. d). Parallel to the curb.

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Q9. Headlights must be dimmed within ___ feet when following another vehicle at night:

a). 200. b). 300. c). 400 d). 500.

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Q10. Hydroplaning occurs when:

a). Tires lose contact with the road due to water. b). Brakes lock up. c). Tires overinflate. d). Steering fails.

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Q11. The safest way to exit a freeway ramp that curves downhill is to:

a). Brake throughout the curve. b). Slow to freeway speed limit. c). Slow before entering the curve. d). Accelerate through the curve

Question 12 of 50

Q12. When driving in fog, drivers should use:

a). High-beam headlights. b). Parking lights. c). Low-beam headlights. d). Emergency flashers

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Q13. A flashing yellow signal means:

a). Stop. b). Yield. c). Proceed with caution. d). Slow to 15 mph

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Q14. A driver entering a freeway should:

a). Stop and wait for a gap. b). Accelerate to freeway speed and merge. c). Enter at a reduced speed. d). Use hazard lights.

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Q15. The “four-second rule” relates to:

a). Passing distance. b). Lane changes. c). Following distance. d). Stopping time.

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Q16. When a vehicle ahead signals a left turn, you may pass on the right:

a). Never. b). Only in residential areas. c). When roadway permits and safe. d). Only during daylight.

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Q17. A broken yellow line next to a solid yellow line means:

a). Passing is permitted in both directions. b). Passing is permitted on the broken-line side. c). Passing is prohibited. d). Passing only at intersections.

Question 18 of 50

Q18. Which lane on an eight-lane freeway (four each direction) is the #1 lane?

a). Far right. b). Second from right. c). Closest to the center divider. d). Far left shoulder.

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Q19. A U-turn is legal:

a). Anywhere in a residential district. b). Across double yellow lines when safe. c). In front of fire stations. d). Where visibility is limited.

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Q20. A flashing red arrow means:

a). Yield. b). Stop, then turn when safe. c). No turn permitted. d). Proceed with caution.

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Q21. A driver under age 21 is considered DUI at a BAC of:

a). 0.08%. b). 0.05%. c). 0.01%. d). 0.00%.

Question 22 of 50

Q22. Drugs that can affect driving include:

a). Prescription drugs. b). Over-the-counter drugs. c). Illegal drugs. d). All of the above.

Question 23 of 50

Q23. When a tire blows out at freeway speed, the driver should:

a). Brake immediately. b). Maintain control and ease off accelerator. c). Steer sharply to the shoulder. d). Apply parking brake.

Question 24 of 50

Q24. A driver approaching a school bus with flashing red lights must:

a). Slow and proceed with caution. b). Stop regardless of direction. c). Stop unless separated by a divided highway. d). Yield to pedestrians only.

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Q25. The force that causes passengers to move forward during sudden braking is:

a). Gravity. b). Momentum. c). Inertia. d). Centrifugal force.

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Q26. Carpool lanes may be used by:

a). Any vehicle during off-peak hours. b). Vehicles with required occupancy or approved decals. c). Motorcycles only. d). Electric vehicles only.

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Q27. Which is the safest way to avoid road rage?

a). Use horn frequently. b). Drive slower than traffic. c). Prevent others from passing. d). Give aggressive drivers space.

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Q28. When changing lanes, a driver must check:

a). Mirrors only. b). Blind spot only. c). Mirrors and blind spot. d). Rearview mirror only.

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Q29. A solid yellow line on your side means:

a). Passing is allowed. b). Passing is discouraged. c). Passing is prohibited. d). Passing is permitted at night.

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Q30. A driver must report a traffic accident to DMV within 10 days if:

a). Someone is injured. b). Damage exceeds $1,000. c). A vehicle is towed. d). Any collision occurs.

Question 31 of 50

Q31. Alcohol-related crashes account for approximately what percentage of highway deaths?

a). 20%. b). 30%. c). 40%. d). 50%.

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Q32. When should high-beam headlights be used?

a). In fog. b). In rain. c). On dark rural roads with no oncoming traffic. d). In city driving.

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Q33. Which sign shape indicates a warning?

a). Square. b). Rectangle. c). Diamond. d). Circle.

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Q34. A driver must yield to pedestrians:

a). Only in crosswalks. b). Only when signals permit. c). At all times when pedestrians are lawfully present. d). Only during daylight.

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Q35. The safest way to reverse direction on a narrow street is:

a). U-turn. b). Three-point turn. c). Two-point turn using a driveway. d). Back into traffic.

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Q36. What is the legal speed limit at railroad crossings with limited visibility and no signals?

a). 10 mph. b). 15 mph. c). 25 mph. d). 35 mph.

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Q37. A driver must dim headlights for oncoming traffic within:

a). 200 feet b). 300 feet. c). 400 feet. d). 500 feet.

Question 38 of 50

Q38. Which roadway condition is most slippery?

a). Heavy rain. b). Light rain. c). First rain after a dry period. d). Snow.

Question 39 of 50

Q39. A pedestrian using a white cane indicates:

a). Elderly pedestrian. b). Visually impaired pedestrian. c). Crossing guard. d). School zone.

Question 40 of 50

Q40. The primary purpose of lane markings is to:

a). Control traffic flow. b). Regulate speed. c). Separate opposing traffic. d). Provide guidance and safety.

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Q41. When entering traffic from a parked position, a driver must:

a). Use hazard lights. b). Yield to traffic. c). Accelerate quickly. d). Sound horn.

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Q42. A driver may pass another vehicle on the right:

a). Never. b). On a two-lane road. c). When roadway has two or more lanes in same direction. d). In school zones.

Question 43 of 50

Q43. When driving downhill, drivers should:

a). Coast in neutral. b). Brake constantly. c). Use lower gears to control speed. d). Accelerate.

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Q44. Which vehicle always has the right-of-way?

a). Emergency vehicles using sirens and lights. b). School buses. c). Trucks. d). Pedestrians.

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Q45. A driver approaching a flashing yellow arrow should:

a). Stop. b). Yield. c). Proceed with caution. d). Wait for green.

Question 46 of 50

Q46. A motorcyclist should follow vehicles:

a). In the center of the lane. b). In the tire tracks. c). On the shoulder. d). Directly behind the vehicle.

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Q47. A solid white line between lanes indicates:

a). Lane changes prohibited. b). Lane changes discouraged. c). Lane changes required. d). Passing zone.

Question 48 of 50

Q48. When must seat belts be worn in a driving school vehicle?

a). Only by students. b). Only during freeway driving. c). By driver and all occupants. d). Only if required by instructor.

Question 49 of 50

Q49. A driver approaching an uncontrolled intersection must yield to:

a). The vehicle on the right. b). The fastest vehicle. c). The largest vehicle. d). Vehicles on the left.

Question 50 of 50

Q50. The safest response to a skid is to:

a). Brake hard. b). Turn away from the skid, c). Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. d). Let go of the steering wheel.

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Practice Exam #2 – Traffic Law & Rules of the Road