California Permit Test Flashcards: DMV Handbook Rules & Signs
Study California road rules, signs, safe-driving facts, and permit-test knowledge with independently written handbook-based cards.
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Study regular California Class C learner's-permit knowledge through 236 independently written cards based on the current English California Driver's Handbook and relevant California government sources.
What these cards practice
- Situation → action: right-of-way, lane use, turning, parking, emergency, collision, and safe-driving decisions.
- Sign or signal → meaning and action: distinctive text descriptions use shape, color, symbol, and wording cues for California road signs and traffic signals.
- Selective reverse recall: a small set asks for the distinctive sign or signal that matches an important meaning.
- Number in context → rule: high-value distances, speed limits, BAC limits, insurance minimums, and reporting deadlines.
- Short scenario → one next step: each scenario stays focused on one practical decision.
The sequence starts with signals and sign grammar, then combines lanes, turns, and right-of-way before progressing through speed, parking, and sharing the road. The final phase interleaves safe-driving, permit and collision, and impairment cards where needed to preserve prerequisite chains and spacing. In the checked final order, adjacent members of every mapped relationship have at least three genuinely unrelated cards between them.
The deck does not generate every possible reverse card. It includes regular Class C sharing-the-road safety involving motorcycles, but excludes motorcycle licensing and motorcycle-operation-test material. It also excludes multiple-choice answer cues, graphical sign-art recall, exhaustive penalty trivia, commercial-license material, renewal-only topics, other-state rules, and behind-the-wheel skill scoring. Text descriptions replace sign images in this version to keep the deck compact and rights-safe.
Reviewed for 2026: independently checked on August 26, 2026 against the current official California Driver's Handbook, learner's-permit requirements, online learning and test information, and applicable California Vehicle Code sections.
This is an independent, unofficial educational deck by Flashcards Open Source App. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by the California DMV, Caltrans, or the State of California. No DMV sample-test questions, answer choices, handbook prose, competitor deck text, logos, trade dress, or third-party media were copied. The CC0 label applies to the original prompts, answers, organization, and metadata to the extent applicable rights exist; it does not claim ownership of laws or public facts.
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البطاقة ١
السؤال
What must you do at a solid red traffic light in California?
الإجابة
Stop. After a complete stop, you may turn right if no sign forbids it and you yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and traffic with the right-of-way.
البطاقة ٢
السؤال
What does a yellow pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road mean?
الإجابة
A no-passing zone begins. Do not start a pass where the restriction applies.
البطاقة ٣
السؤال
What does a diamond-shaped placard on a truck warn about?
الإجابة
The load may be hazardous. Give the vehicle extra space and expect it to stop before railroad tracks.
البطاقة ٤
السؤال
What does a steady raised-hand pedestrian signal mean?
الإجابة
Do not start crossing.
البطاقة ٥
السؤال
How do you treat a flashing red traffic signal?
الإجابة
Treat it like a stop sign. Stop fully, then proceed when it is safe and you have yielded as required.
البطاقة ٦
السؤال
What kind of message is usually on a white rectangular traffic sign?
الإجابة
A regulatory rule. The sign states a law or instruction you must obey, such as a speed or lane restriction.
البطاقة ٧
السؤال
A bicycle-crossing warning sign appears ahead. What should you expect?
الإجابة
Bicyclists may enter or cross the roadway. Reduce speed, scan both sides, and allow safe clearance.
البطاقة ٨
السؤال
At night, road reflectors shine red toward you. What does that usually reveal?
الإجابة
You are traveling the wrong way. Reduce the danger immediately and exit or turn around when it is safe.
البطاقة ٩
السؤال
What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?
الإجابة
The signal is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely; otherwise, continue through cautiously.
البطاقة ١٠
السؤال
What does a red circle with a diagonal slash mean on a traffic sign?
الإجابة
The pictured movement or activity is prohibited. The symbol or words inside identify what you must not do.
البطاقة ١١
السؤال
A yellow diamond shows one lane joining another. What should you expect?
الإجابة
Merging traffic. Check surrounding traffic, create space, and adjust speed smoothly.
البطاقة ١٢
السؤال
What do blue road signs commonly identify?
الإجابة
Motorist services. They can point to facilities such as fuel, food, lodging, hospitals, or accessible services.
البطاقة ١٣
السؤال
What does a green arrow mean?
الإجابة
You may make a protected movement in the arrow's direction. Still watch for pedestrians, bicyclists, and anyone already in the intersection.
البطاقة ١٤
السؤال
You see a red octagonal STOP sign. Where must you stop?
الإجابة
Before the limit line or crosswalk. If neither exists, stop before entering the intersection, then check all directions.
البطاقة ١٥
السؤال
What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY sign with separated arrows warn you about?
الإجابة
A median or divider begins ahead. Keep to the correct side as the opposing traffic streams separate.
البطاقة ١٦
السؤال
What do brown road signs commonly mark?
الإجابة
Recreation or cultural-interest destinations. They may guide you to parks, historic sites, or similar facilities.
البطاقة ١٧
السؤال
What do numbers beside a pedestrian signal show?
الإجابة
The seconds remaining in the crossing interval. They do not cancel a driver's duty to yield to pedestrians.
البطاقة ١٨
السؤال
Does a solid green light guarantee that you may enter an intersection?
الإجابة
No. Go only if the intersection is clear enough to cross completely, and yield to anyone still in it.
البطاقة ١٩
السؤال
What action does a red-and-white inverted triangle require?
الإجابة
Yield. Slow down, be ready to stop, and let road users with the right-of-way pass.
البطاقة ٢٠
السؤال
What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS sign warn you about?
الإجابة
Opposing traffic will soon share an undivided roadway. Stay right and watch for oncoming vehicles.
البطاقة ٢١
السؤال
A school bus begins flashing yellow lights. What should you do?
الإجابة
Slow down and prepare to stop. The bus is warning that it is about to load or unload children.
البطاقة ٢٢
السؤال
What does a red arrow require?
الإجابة
Stop and do not turn in the arrow's direction. Wait for a green light or green arrow.
البطاقة ٢٣
السؤال
Which traffic-sign shape is reserved for STOP?
الإجابة
The octagon. Its unique eight-sided shape identifies STOP even when visibility is poor.
البطاقة ٢٤
السؤال
A pedestrian-crossing warning sign appears ahead. What action matters most?
الإجابة
Slow down and look for people entering or using the crossing. Be ready to yield or stop.
البطاقة ٢٥
السؤال
What do orange traffic signs usually indicate?
الإجابة
Construction or road work. Expect workers, equipment, lane changes, and unusual traffic control.
البطاقة ٢٦
السؤال
What does a solid yellow arrow tell a turning driver?
الإجابة
The protected turn is ending. Stop if it is safe; if you are already committed, finish the turn cautiously and watch the next signal.
البطاقة ٢٧
السؤال
What does a red-and-white DO NOT ENTER sign mean?
الإجابة
Do not enter that road or ramp. It faces traffic that would be moving into a prohibited direction or area.
البطاقة ٢٨
السؤال
A yellow diamond shows a car with wavy skid marks. What should you do?
الإجابة
Expect a slippery road. Reduce speed, avoid abrupt steering or braking, and leave more following space.
البطاقة ٢٩
السؤال
What does a flashing raised-hand pedestrian signal mean?
الإجابة
Do not begin crossing. A pedestrian already in the crosswalk may finish, and drivers must continue to yield.
البطاقة ٣٠
السؤال
How should you respond to a flashing yellow traffic light?
الإجابة
Slow down and proceed with caution. You do not have to stop unless conditions require it.
البطاقة ٣١
السؤال
A stopped school bus displays flashing red lights and a stop arm. What does that signal require?
الإجابة
Stop before passing the bus and remain stopped. Proceed only after the children are safely across and the red lights and stop arm have stopped operating, unless the divided-highway exception applies.
البطاقة ٣٢
السؤال
What does a circular yellow railroad-warning sign tell you?
الإجابة
A railroad crossing is ahead. Slow down, look and listen, and be ready to stop for a train.
البطاقة ٣٣
السؤال
You realize you have passed a WRONG WAY sign. What should you do?
الإجابة
Stop moving deeper into opposing traffic and leave safely. Back out or turn around only when conditions make the maneuver safe.
البطاقة ٣٤
السؤال
What does a flashing yellow arrow allow?
الإجابة
A turn after yielding. The turn is not protected, so yield to oncoming traffic and other road users before proceeding cautiously.
البطاقة ٣٥
السؤال
What information do green guide signs usually provide?
الإجابة
Directions and destinations. They commonly identify routes, exits, distances, or places ahead.
البطاقة ٣٦
السؤال
What does a five-sided yellow-green sign usually warn about?
الإجابة
A school area or school crossing. Slow down and watch closely for children and crossing guards.
البطاقة ٣٧
السؤال
What does an orange-and-red reflective triangle on the rear of a vehicle indicate?
الإجابة
A slow-moving vehicle. Expect it to travel at 25 mph or less and adjust early.
البطاقة ٣٨
السؤال
A traffic signal is completely dark. How should you handle the intersection?
الإجابة
Stop as though every approach has a stop sign. Proceed cautiously when it is your turn and the way is safe.
البطاقة ٣٩
السؤال
What does a WALK symbol tell a pedestrian?
الإجابة
Crossing may begin. Drivers must still check and yield before moving through the crosswalk.
البطاقة ٤٠
السؤال
What is the general purpose of a diamond-shaped warning sign?
الإجابة
It warns of a road condition or hazard ahead. Adjust speed and position for the specific symbol or message.
البطاقة ٤١
السؤال
What does a single solid yellow centerline mean for passing?
الإجابة
Do not pass when the solid yellow line is on your side and only one lane travels in your direction. The line separates opposing traffic.
البطاقة ٤٢
السؤال
When may a driver enter a bicycle lane to make a right turn?
الإجابة
Within 200 feet of the turn, when safe. Check the blind spot and yield to bicyclists before moving into the lane.
البطاقة ٤٣
السؤال
After every vehicle stops at a four-way STOP, who goes first?
الإجابة
The vehicle that arrived first. If vehicles arrive together, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
البطاقة ٤٤
السؤال
How should you respond to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog?
الإجابة
Yield completely and take extra care. The cane or guide dog indicates blindness or limited vision.
البطاقة ٤٥
السؤال
How is a two-way center left-turn lane marked?
الإجابة
Each side has a solid outer yellow line and a broken inner yellow line. The lane serves left turns from both directions.
البطاقة ٤٦
السؤال
From a one-way street, where do you begin a right turn onto another one-way street?
الإجابة
In the far-right lane. If it is safe and lawful, you may finish in any available lane moving in your direction.
البطاقة ٤٧
السؤال
Which direction does traffic move in a standard roundabout?
الإجابة
Counterclockwise. Keep moving toward your exit unless traffic conditions require you to stop.
البطاقة ٤٨
السؤال
When turning left, which approaching traffic must you yield to?
الإجابة
Any vehicle close enough to be dangerous. Complete the turn only when the gap is safe.
البطاقة ٤٩
السؤال
May you normally cross double solid yellow lines to pass another vehicle?
الإجابة
No. They prohibit driving left of the lines for passing, though a lawful left turn or U-turn may cross one set when permitted.
البطاقة ٥٠
السؤال
When may you turn left against a red light?
الإجابة
From a one-way street onto a one-way street, after stopping, if no sign forbids it. Yield to traffic and people with the right-of-way.
البطاقة ٥١
السؤال
Where should a normal right turn begin and end?
الإجابة
As close as practical to the right edge, ending in the right lane. Watch for pedestrians and bicyclists between you and the curb.
البطاقة ٥٢
السؤال
At a T intersection without STOP or YIELD signs, which traffic has the right-of-way?
الإجابة
Traffic on the through road. The driver on the road that ends must yield.
البطاقة ٥٣
السؤال
You are already in an intersection when an emergency vehicle approaches. What should you do?
الإجابة
Clear the intersection first, then move right and stop when it is safe.
البطاقة ٥٤
السؤال
Large broken lane markings appear beside you near a freeway exit. What should you expect?
الإجابة
Your lane may exit or end. Read the signs early and merge or exit without a last-second move.
البطاقة ٥٥
السؤال
Whose directions take priority over traffic signs and signals?
الإجابة
A police officer or other authorized traffic controller. Follow their directions even when a signal says something different.
البطاقة ٥٦
السؤال
When is a right turn on a solid red light allowed?
الإجابة
After a complete stop, if no NO TURN ON RED sign prohibits it. Yield before turning.
البطاقة ٥٧
السؤال
May you turn in front of an approaching light-rail vehicle?
الإجابة
No. Wait until you can complete the turn without crossing its path; light-rail vehicles cannot stop or steer away quickly.
البطاقة ٥٨
السؤال
How early must you signal before a right or left turn in California?
الإجابة
Continuously during the final 100 feet before the turn.
البطاقة ٥٩
السؤال
May you change lanes across double solid white lines?
الإجابة
No. Treat them as a lane barrier, often beside a preferential lane or freeway ramp.
البطاقة ٦٠
السؤال
A stationary roadside vehicle displays warning lights or devices, and no barrier separates it from the highway. What must you do before passing in the adjacent lane?
الإجابة
Move to an available nonadjacent lane when practical, lawful, and safe. Otherwise, slow to a reasonable and prudent speed.
البطاقة ٦١
السؤال
Why should you not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk?
الإجابة
A pedestrian may be crossing where you cannot see them. Stop and check instead of passing.
البطاقة ٦٢
السؤال
How early should you signal before a freeway exit?
الإجابة
At least five seconds before exiting. The handbook describes this as roughly 400 feet at freeway speed.
البطاقة ٦٣
السؤال
What does a row of solid white triangles painted across a lane mean?
الإجابة
Yield here. The triangles point toward approaching traffic and mark where you should yield or stop if needed.
البطاقة ٦٤
السؤال
At railroad tracks, may you cross as soon as a lowered gate starts rising?
الإجابة
No. Wait until the gate is fully raised, warning lights stop, and you can cross every track completely.
البطاقة ٦٥
السؤال
A dedicated right-turn lane continues into its own lane beyond the corner. Must you obey a signal posted for that turn lane?
الإجابة
Yes. A dedicated lane may otherwise flow separately from through traffic, but its own curbside sign or signal controls the turn.
البطاقة ٦٦
السؤال
How far may you drive in a two-way center left-turn lane while preparing for a turn?
الإجابة
No more than 200 feet. It is not a regular travel lane or a passing lane.
البطاقة ٦٧
السؤال
What does a single solid white line separate?
الإجابة
Lanes moving in the same direction. It discourages lane changes where staying in lane is safer.
البطاقة ٦٨
السؤال
When a railroad warning requires a stop, how far from the nearest rail should you stop?
الإجابة
At least 15 feet away. Do not proceed until the warnings end and the tracks are clear.
البطاقة ٦٩
السؤال
Who has the right-of-way when you merge from an on-ramp onto a highway?
الإجابة
Traffic already on the highway. Find a safe opening; do not assume other drivers must move for you.
البطاقة ٧٠
السؤال
A pedestrian makes eye contact with you at a crosswalk. What should you assume?
الإجابة
They intend to cross. Yield and let them complete the crossing safely.
البطاقة ٧١
السؤال
What checks belong in a safe lane change?
الإجابة
Signal, check mirrors and nearby traffic, look over your shoulder into the blind spot, and move only when enough space is clear.
البطاقة ٧٢
السؤال
May you cross a public-transit bus lane to make a right turn?
الإجابة
Yes, where the crossing is lawful and safe. Do not otherwise drive, stop, or park in a bus-only area.
البطاقة ٧٣
السؤال
You are already moving through an intersection when you realize you chose the wrong turn. What should you do?
الإجابة
Complete the movement you started. Clear the intersection, then find a legal route back instead of stopping or swerving.
البطاقة ٧٤
السؤال
Who has the right-of-way when you enter a road from a driveway or alley?
الإجابة
Traffic, bicyclists, and pedestrians already using the road or sidewalk. Yield before entering.
البطاقة ٧٥
السؤال
What does a broken yellow line beside your lane allow?
الإجابة
Passing when safe. It separates opposing traffic, so cross only with enough sight distance and a clear path.
البطاقة ٧٦
السؤال
What speed should you aim for when entering a highway from an on-ramp?
الإجابة
At or near the speed of highway traffic. Use the ramp to build speed, then merge into a safe gap.
البطاقة ٧٧
السؤال
On a steep, narrow road where two vehicles cannot pass, which vehicle has the right-of-way?
الإجابة
The uphill-facing vehicle. The downhill-facing driver should back up because they have better control in reverse.
البطاقة ٧٨
السؤال
About how large a gap does the handbook recommend when entering traffic from a stop on a city street?
الإجابة
About half a block, roughly 150 feet. Use a larger gap whenever speed, visibility, or traffic conditions demand it.
البطاقة ٧٩
السؤال
What do two sets of double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart create?
الإجابة
A barrier. Do not drive on or across it, including for a left turn or U-turn, except through a designated opening.
البطاقة ٨٠
السؤال
How closely may you follow an emergency vehicle using its siren or flashing lights?
الإجابة
Stay at least 300 feet behind it. Do not drive into the scene or follow closer.
البطاقة ٨١
السؤال
You miss your intended turn. What is the safest response?
الإجابة
Continue until you can turn around legally and safely. Do not make a sudden lane or direction change.
البطاقة ٨٢
السؤال
Which traffic lane is called the Number 1 lane?
الإجابة
The far-left lane. Lanes are numbered from left to right in the direction of travel.
البطاقة ٨٣
السؤال
May you make a U-turn where you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in both directions?
الإجابة
No. Limited visibility makes the U-turn illegal and unsafe.
البطاقة ٨٤
السؤال
What does a diamond marking in a freeway lane usually identify?
الإجابة
A preferential lane, commonly an HOV or carpool lane. Follow the posted vehicle, occupancy, entry, and time rules.
البطاقة ٨٥
السؤال
Before turning right, who must you check for and yield to?
الإجابة
Pedestrians and bicyclists crossing or approaching your path.
البطاقة ٨٦
السؤال
What should you do if you miss your exit in a roundabout?
الإجابة
Continue around and take the exit on the next pass. Do not stop or reverse to recover it.
البطاقة ٨٧
السؤال
An emergency vehicle approaches with a siren and red lights. What should you do?
الإجابة
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes. Do not stop inside an intersection.
البطاقة ٨٨
السؤال
When are drivers in the opposite direction generally exempt from stopping for a school bus's flashing red lights?
الإجابة
When the bus is on the other side of a divided highway, or on the other side of a highway with two or more lanes traveling each direction.
البطاقة ٨٩
السؤال
Where do pedestrians have the right-of-way in a crosswalk?
الإجابة
In both marked and unmarked crosswalks. Slow or stop as needed to let them cross safely.
البطاقة ٩٠
السؤال
When is a U-turn allowed in a residential district?
الإجابة
When no vehicle is approaching within 200 feet, or when an official traffic-control device protects you from approaching traffic at an intersection. The turn must still be otherwise legal and safe.
البطاقة ٩١
السؤال
About how large a gap does the handbook recommend when entering highway traffic from a stop?
الإجابة
About one full block, roughly 300 feet. Treat this as a study guideline and use more space when conditions require it.
البطاقة ٩٢
السؤال
How should you cross several freeway lanes?
الإجابة
One lane at a time. Signal and repeat the mirror, traffic, and blind-spot checks for each move; do not cross solid lines.
البطاقة ٩٣
السؤال
Where should you position your vehicle before a normal left turn?
الإجابة
Near the center divider or in the designated left-turn lane. Enter only at a lawful opening and yield before turning.
البطاقة ٩٤
السؤال
Two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who yields?
الإجابة
The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
البطاقة ٩٥
السؤال
Your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks while a train approaches. Which way should you run after getting out?
الإجابة
Run diagonally toward the approaching train, away from the tracks. This reduces the risk from debris after impact.
البطاقة ٩٦
السؤال
What do broken white lines usually mark?
الإجابة
Lanes moving in the same direction. You may change lanes across them after signaling and confirming the move is safe.
البطاقة ٩٧
السؤال
Who has the right-of-way when you enter a roundabout?
الإجابة
Traffic already in the roundabout. Enter only when there is a safe gap.
البطاقة ٩٨
السؤال
A blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the intersection. May you proceed?
الإجابة
Yes, after confirming the way is clear. Pulling in the cane usually signals that the person is not crossing.
البطاقة ٩٩
السؤال
May you enter an intersection when traffic blocks your exit?
الإجابة
No. Wait until there is enough room to cross completely without blocking the intersection.
البطاقة ١٠٠
السؤال
While waiting to turn left across traffic, how should you point your front wheels?
الإجابة
Straight ahead. If another vehicle hits you from behind, turned wheels could push you into oncoming traffic.
البطاقة ١٠١
السؤال
May a lawful U-turn cross one set of double yellow lines?
الإجابة
Yes. Crossing one set is allowed for a U-turn when the location, visibility, signs, and traffic make the turn legal and safe.
البطاقة ١٠٢
السؤال
What does California's Basic Speed Law require?
الإجابة
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, even when the posted limit is higher.
البطاقة ١٠٣
السؤال
May you park in front of or on a curb ramp that provides wheelchair access?
الإجابة
No. Keep the lowered or accessible curb completely clear.
البطاقة ١٠٤
السؤال
What is California's maximum speed on most highways?
الإجابة
65 mph, unless a sign posts a different limit.
البطاقة ١٠٥
السؤال
What does a green curb mean?
الإجابة
Parking is allowed for a limited time shown on a sign or painted on the curb.
البطاقة ١٠٦
السؤال
What is the speed limit at an uncontrolled blind intersection?
الإجابة
15 mph. This applies when, during the last 100 feet before an intersection without stop or yield signs or a traffic signal, you cannot see for 100 feet in either direction.
البطاقة ١٠٧
السؤال
Should you keep driving at the posted limit in heavy traffic, rain, or poor visibility?
الإجابة
Not automatically. Slow to a speed that is safe for the conditions under the Basic Speed Law.
البطاقة ١٠٨
السؤال
May you park in front of a public or private driveway?
الإجابة
No. Keep the driveway clear for property access.
البطاقة ١٠٩
السؤال
Which way should you turn your wheels when parking on a slope without a curb?
الإجابة
Toward the edge of the road, so the vehicle would roll away from traffic.
البطاقة ١١٠
السؤال
What is the speed limit in an alley unless posted otherwise?
الإجابة
15 mph.
البطاقة ١١١
السؤال
Who may park at a blue curb or a space marked with the accessibility symbol?
الإجابة
A person with a valid disabled-person placard or special license plate.
البطاقة ١١٢
السؤال
What is the maximum speed while towing a trailer in California?
الإجابة
55 mph.
البطاقة ١١٣
السؤال
How close may you park to a fire hydrant?
الإجابة
Generally not within 15 feet. The exception requires a licensed driver in the front seat who can move the vehicle immediately; obey any locally signed or marked shorter clearance.
البطاقة ١١٤
السؤال
What is the speed limit within 100 feet of a railroad crossing when you cannot see 400 feet down the tracks?
الإجابة
15 mph. This limit does not apply when a flagger is on duty or a clearly visible installed crossing signal is not warning of a train. Stop whenever a gate, signal, flagger, or approaching train requires it.
البطاقة ١١٥
السؤال
What is the usual speed limit in a business or residential district unless posted otherwise?
الإجابة
25 mph.
البطاقة ١١٦
السؤال
What should you do when driving slower than the normal flow of traffic?
الإجابة
Use the right lane or stay as close as practical to the right edge, unless you are passing or preparing for a left turn.
البطاقة ١١٧
السؤال
Before leaving a motor vehicle unattended on a roadway, how must you secure it?
الإجابة
Set the parking brake and stop the engine. Put an automatic transmission in Park, or leave a manual transmission in gear.
البطاقة ١١٨
السؤال
What does a red curb mean?
الإجابة
No stopping, standing, or parking, except that a bus may stop in a marked bus zone.
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البطاقة ١١٩
السؤال
What is the usual speed limit near signed California school grounds while the statutory child-present conditions apply?
الإجابة
25 mph. A standard SCHOOL warning sign must be posted. The limit applies while children are going to or leaving school during school hours or noon recess, or while children use school grounds not separated from the highway by a physical barrier. Obey any lower posted 20 or 15 mph limit.
البطاقة ١٢٠
السؤال
Which way should you turn your front wheels when parking uphill beside a curb?
الإجابة
Away from the curb. Let the vehicle roll back gently until the tire rests against the curb.
البطاقة ١٢١
السؤال
What is the usual maximum speed on a two-lane undivided highway in California?
الإجابة
55 mph, unless a different speed limit is posted.
البطاقة ١٢٢
السؤال
How close may you park on the approach side of a marked or unmarked crosswalk?
الإجابة
Generally not within 20 feet, or 15 feet where a curb extension is present, unless local rules and markings establish otherwise.
البطاقة ١٢٣
السؤال
When parallel parking, how close should your wheels be to the curb?
الإجابة
Within 18 inches.
البطاقة ١٢٤
السؤال
What should you do if an emergency forces you to stop on a freeway?
الإجابة
Pull completely off the pavement if possible, use emergency flashers, and stay in the vehicle with your seat belt on until help arrives when that is the safest option.
البطاقة ١٢٥
السؤال
What does a yellow curb usually allow?
الإجابة
A stop only long enough to load or unload passengers or freight, subject to posted restrictions. A noncommercial driver is usually required to stay with the vehicle.
البطاقة ١٢٦
السؤال
In heavy rain or snow, how fast should you drive if you cannot see farther than 100 feet?
الإجابة
No faster than 30 mph, according to the handbook's guidance. Slow further or stop if conditions require it.
البطاقة ١٢٧
السؤال
How close may you park to a fire-station driveway?
الإجابة
Not within 15 feet. If signs prohibit parking on the opposite side, keep at least 75 feet away there.
البطاقة ١٢٨
السؤال
Which way should you turn your front wheels when parking downhill beside a curb?
الإجابة
Toward the curb. If the vehicle rolls, the curb can help stop it.
البطاقة ١٢٩
السؤال
What does a white curb usually allow?
الإجابة
A brief stop to pick up or drop off passengers, or to deposit mail where signs permit it.
البطاقة ١٣٠
السؤال
Do bicyclists have the same basic roadway rights and responsibilities as drivers?
الإجابة
Yes. Bicyclists generally follow the same traffic controls and direction-of-travel rules as drivers.
البطاقة ١٣١
السؤال
Why should you not cut closely in front of a large truck?
الإجابة
The truck needs extra stopping distance and may not be able to avoid hitting you.
البطاقة ١٣٢
السؤال
Is a motorcyclist entitled to use a full traffic lane?
الإجابة
Yes. Treat a motorcycle as a full-lane vehicle even though it is smaller than a car.
البطاقة ١٣٣
السؤال
How much following time should you leave behind a motorcycle?
الإجابة
At least 3 seconds, with more space when road, weather, or traffic conditions are poor.
البطاقة ١٣٤
السؤال
When may a bicyclist leave an established bike lane?
الإجابة
To pass, prepare for a left turn, avoid hazards, or approach a place where a right turn is allowed. Leave only when the move is reasonably safe and signal if traffic may be affected.
البطاقة ١٣٥
السؤال
How does a large truck's stopping distance compare with a passenger vehicle's at 55 mph?
الإجابة
It is longer: the handbook illustrates about 400 feet for a large vehicle versus about 300 feet for an average passenger vehicle.
البطاقة ١٣٦
السؤال
How should you approach a work zone where lanes merge?
الإجابة
Slow early and merge as signs, markings, or a flagger direct. Avoid sudden lane changes.
البطاقة ١٣٧
السؤال
What minimum clearance should you leave when passing a bicyclist?
الإجابة
At least 3 feet between any part of your vehicle and any part of the bicycle or rider.
البطاقة ١٣٨
السؤال
What is the speed limit when passing a bus, streetcar, or trolley stopped at a safety zone or traffic light?
الإجابة
No more than 10 mph, when it is safe to pass.
البطاقة ١٣٩
السؤال
What front light must a bicycle have when used at night?
الإجابة
A white light that illuminates the way and is visible from 300 feet in front and from the sides. A compliant rider-worn lamp may be used instead.
البطاقة ١٤٠
السؤال
Why can an approaching motorcycle's speed be difficult to judge?
الإجابة
Its small profile makes it look farther away or slower than it is. Check carefully before entering its path.
البطاقة ١٤١
السؤال
How can you tell that a truck driver may not see you?
الإجابة
If you cannot see the driver's face in a side mirror, the driver probably cannot see your vehicle.
البطاقة ١٤٢
السؤال
On what roads may a neighborhood electric vehicle usually operate?
الإجابة
Roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less, unless local signs or rules prohibit it.
البطاقة ١٤٣
السؤال
What is motorcycle lane splitting?
الإجابة
Riding between rows of vehicles traveling in the same direction. It is legal in California when done safely.
البطاقة ١٤٤
السؤال
What must you check before merging into a bike lane for a turn?
الإجابة
Check mirrors and your blind spot for bicyclists, then yield to anyone already in the lane.
البطاقة ١٤٥
السؤال
Who must wear a bicycle helmet in California?
الإجابة
Anyone under 18 riding a bicycle on a public road, bikeway, or public bicycle path or trail.
البطاقة ١٤٦
السؤال
On which side should you normally pass a large truck?
الإجابة
On the left, where the driver can see you better. Complete the pass without lingering beside the truck.
البطاقة ١٤٧
السؤال
What should you do when you cannot give a bicyclist 3 feet of passing clearance?
الإجابة
Slow to a reasonable, prudent speed and pass only when doing so will not endanger the bicyclist.
البطاقة ١٤٨
السؤال
What rear visibility equipment must a bicycle have at night?
الإجابة
A red reflector or solid or flashing red light with a built-in reflector, visible from 500 feet behind.
البطاقة ١٤٩
السؤال
How fast can a neighborhood electric vehicle legally travel?
الإجابة
Up to 25 mph.
البطاقة ١٥٠
السؤال
A person leading or riding an animal signals you to slow or stop. What should you do?
الإجابة
Follow the person's direction. Slow down or stop and avoid noises or movements that could frighten the animal.
البطاقة ١٥١
السؤال
May a driver pass or crowd a motorcycle within the same lane?
الإجابة
No. Give the motorcycle the full lane; do not try to pass it within that lane.
البطاقة ١٥٢
السؤال
Which direction should a bicyclist travel on a roadway?
الإجابة
In the same direction as vehicle traffic, not against it.
البطاقة ١٥٣
السؤال
A bicyclist is ahead in your lane, and another same-direction lane is available. What should you do before passing?
الإجابة
Change into the available lane when the move is practical, lawful, and safe.
البطاقة ١٥٤
السؤال
When must a slow driver use a turnout on a two-lane road?
الإجابة
When five or more vehicles are following, passing is unsafe, and a designated turnout or safe area is available.
البطاقة ١٥٥
السؤال
May you drive through a safety zone set aside for streetcar or trolley passengers?
الإجابة
No. A safety zone is marked for pedestrians and is not a traffic lane.
البطاقة ١٥٦
السؤال
Where are a large truck's major blind spots?
الإجابة
Directly in front, directly behind, and along both sides, with a larger blind area on the right.
البطاقة ١٥٧
السؤال
How should you respond to a work-zone flagger?
الإجابة
Obey the flagger's directions, slow down, and be ready to stop even if other traffic controls suggest otherwise.
البطاقة ١٥٨
السؤال
Why should you avoid squeezing beside a truck that is turning right?
الإجابة
The truck may swing left before turning and then track across adjacent space on the right.
البطاقة ١٥٩
السؤال
Before opening a street-side vehicle door, what should you check?
الإجابة
Look for approaching bicyclists, motorcycles, and other traffic. Open the door only when it is safe.
البطاقة ١٦٠
السؤال
May a driver intentionally block a motorcyclist who is lane splitting?
الإجابة
No. Intentionally blocking or impeding a motorcyclist in a way that could cause harm is illegal.
البطاقة ١٦١
السؤال
How far ahead should you scan while driving in city traffic?
الإجابة
At least 10 seconds ahead, so you can identify hazards before they demand a sudden reaction.
البطاقة ١٦٢
السؤال
Which headlights should you use in fog?
الإجابة
Low beams. High beams reflect from fog and reduce visibility.
البطاقة ١٦٣
السؤال
How must a child under age 2 usually ride in California?
الإجابة
In a rear-facing child restraint, unless the child weighs at least 40 pounds or is at least 40 inches tall.
البطاقة ١٦٤
السؤال
How fast should you drive on ice?
الإجابة
No faster than 5 mph, according to the handbook's safety guidance, and only when travel is necessary.
البطاقة ١٦٥
السؤال
How may an adult driver operate a properly mounted phone?
الإجابة
With one tap or swipe that does not require holding the phone, such as to activate a hands-free feature.
البطاقة ١٦٦
السؤال
What is the minimum following-time guideline in good conditions?
الإجابة
At least 3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead.
البطاقة ١٦٧
السؤال
When must you dim high beams for an approaching vehicle?
الإجابة
Within 500 feet of the oncoming vehicle.
البطاقة ١٦٨
السؤال
How far should a driver sit from a steering-wheel airbag?
الإجابة
At least 10 inches between the center of the chest and the airbag cover, while still controlling the vehicle safely.
البطاقة ١٦٩
السؤال
What should you do when water covers the road ahead?
الإجابة
Turn around and use another route. Water may be deeper or faster than it appears.
البطاقة ١٧٠
السؤال
How should packed snow affect your speed?
الإجابة
Reduce speed by about half, according to the handbook's safety guideline.
البطاقة ١٧١
السؤال
May a driver wear a headset or earplugs in both ears?
الإجابة
No. Covering both ears is generally illegal because it can block traffic sounds; limited safety and medical exceptions apply.
البطاقة ١٧٢
السؤال
What is the safest response to a driver who is tailgating you?
الإجابة
Create more space ahead, avoid sudden braking, and let the driver pass when you can do so safely.
البطاقة ١٧٣
السؤال
What should you check before driving after taking medicine?
الإجابة
Read the warning label and ask a doctor or pharmacist whether it can impair driving.
البطاقة ١٧٤
السؤال
When must you dim high beams while following another vehicle?
الإجابة
Within 300 feet of the vehicle ahead.
البطاقة ١٧٥
السؤال
Where must a child under age 8 usually be secured?
الإجابة
In an appropriate child passenger restraint in a rear seat, subject to limited statutory exceptions.
البطاقة ١٧٦
السؤال
What should you check before slowing down suddenly?
الإجابة
Check your mirrors for traffic behind you, then brake in a controlled way when the situation allows.
البطاقة ١٧٧
السؤال
How should you respond to a slippery-surface skid?
الإجابة
Ease off the accelerator. Do not brake; steer in the direction of the skid until you regain control.
البطاقة ١٧٨
السؤال
What limits your safe speed at night?
الإجابة
The distance illuminated by your headlights. Drive slowly enough to stop within the visible area.
البطاقة ١٧٩
السؤال
When may a child use a properly fitted safety belt instead of a child restraint?
الإجابة
At age 8 or when at least 4 feet 9 inches tall.
البطاقة ١٨٠
السؤال
What should you do when you become sleepy while driving?
الإجابة
Leave the road safely and rest. Opening a window or turning up music does not reliably restore alertness.
البطاقة ١٨١
السؤال
What is your first legal duty after being involved in a collision?
الإجابة
Stop. Leaving the scene can be a hit-and-run offense.
البطاقة ١٨٢
السؤال
Your wheels drift off the pavement. How should you return to the road?
الإجابة
Ease off the accelerator, brake gently, and return only after slowing and checking that the lane is clear.
البطاقة ١٨٣
السؤال
During the first 12 months of a provisional license, may a minor carry passengers under 20 without an adult?
الإجابة
Generally no. A licensed parent, guardian, driving instructor, or driver age 25 or older must accompany them unless a legal exception applies.
البطاقة ١٨٤
السؤال
May an adult driver hold and operate a phone while driving?
الإجابة
No. The phone must be used hands-free in a legally permitted way.
البطاقة ١٨٥
السؤال
When weather requires continuous windshield-wiper use, what lighting rule applies?
الإجابة
Turn on at least two headlamps and use low beams. The headlamp requirement is law; low beams are the DMV's adverse-weather driving guidance.
البطاقة ١٨٦
السؤال
Must a driver carry proof of financial responsibility?
الإجابة
Yes. Keep proof of insurance or another accepted form of financial responsibility in the vehicle and show it when lawfully requested.
البطاقة ١٨٧
السؤال
How long must a minor usually hold a provisional permit before taking the driving test?
الإجابة
At least 6 months.
البطاقة ١٨٨
السؤال
Why is a shoulder check necessary before changing lanes?
الإجابة
Mirrors do not show every blind spot. A quick look over your shoulder confirms the adjacent lane is clear.
البطاقة ١٨٩
السؤال
What should you do if a tire suddenly blows out?
الإجابة
Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, avoid hard braking, and slow before moving off the road.
البطاقة ١٩٠
السؤال
Who must wear a seat belt in a moving passenger vehicle?
الإجابة
The driver and all passengers, using a properly fitted restraint.
البطاقة ١٩١
السؤال
When should you use emergency flashers while driving?
الإجابة
To warn others of an immediate hazard or unusually slow or stopped traffic, not as permission to park illegally.
البطاقة ١٩٢
السؤال
How much does the handbook suggest reducing speed on a wet road?
الإجابة
About 5 to 10 mph below the usual speed, with a greater reduction if conditions demand it.
البطاقة ١٩٣
السؤال
What are California's minimum liability-insurance limits for current policies?
الإجابة
60,000 per collision for multiple people, and $15,000 for property damage.
البطاقة ١٩٤
السؤال
How should strong crosswinds change your driving?
الإجابة
Slow down, keep a firm grip on the wheel, and avoid cruise control so you can respond quickly.
البطاقة ١٩٥
السؤال
May a child age 6 or younger be left alone in a vehicle with the engine running?
الإجابة
No. A responsible person age 12 or older must supervise the child when the engine is running or other significant danger exists.
البطاقة ١٩٦
السؤال
What should you try if the accelerator becomes stuck?
الإجابة
Shift to Neutral, apply the brakes, keep your eyes on the road, warn other drivers, and steer off the road safely. Turn off the ignition only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
البطاقة ١٩٧
السؤال
What is the minimum age to apply for a California provisional instruction permit?
الإجابة
15½ years old.
البطاقة ١٩٨
السؤال
After stopping at a collision, what should you do if someone is injured?
الإجابة
Call 911, provide reasonable assistance, and follow emergency instructions without moving an injured person unless necessary for safety.
البطاقة ١٩٩
السؤال
When are wet roads often most slippery?
الإجابة
During the first several minutes of rain, when water mixes with oil and dust on the pavement.
البطاقة ٢٠٠
السؤال
How much supervised practice must a minor complete before the driving test?
الإجابة
At least 50 hours, including 10 hours at night.
البطاقة ٢٠١
السؤال
What score is needed to pass the California permit knowledge test?
الإجابة
At least 80%.
البطاقة ٢٠٢
السؤال
May a driver under 18 use a phone hands-free while driving?
الإجابة
No. A minor may use a phone only for an emergency call permitted by law.
البطاقة ٢٠٣
السؤال
When should you increase the usual 3-second following gap?
الإجابة
When visibility, weather, traffic, road surface, or the vehicle ahead makes stopping harder.
البطاقة ٢٠٤
السؤال
What should you do with a drivable vehicle after a collision with no injuries?
الإجابة
Move it out of traffic to a safe nearby location when you can do so safely.
البطاقة ٢٠٥
السؤال
Can an applicant older than 17 years 6 months but under 18 get a California instruction permit without driver education?
الإجابة
Yes. They may get the permit without driver-education or driver-training certificates, but cannot take the driving test until age 18.
البطاقة ٢٠٦
السؤال
What should you do when glare from oncoming headlights makes it hard to see?
الإجابة
Look toward the right edge of your lane and use it as a guide until the vehicle passes.
البطاقة ٢٠٧
السؤال
Who must sign the license or permit application for an applicant under 18?
الإجابة
A parent or legal guardian who accepts financial responsibility. If the parents or guardians have joint custody, both must sign.
البطاقة ٢٠٨
السؤال
What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane?
الإجابة
Ease off the accelerator, slow gradually, and do not brake until the tires regain traction.
البطاقة ٢٠٩
السؤال
During the first 12 months of a provisional license, when is a minor generally prohibited from driving alone at night?
الإجابة
Between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. Unless a statutory exception applies, the minor must be supervised by a licensed parent or guardian, a licensed driver age 25 or older, or a licensed or certified driving instructor.
البطاقة ٢١٠
السؤال
What information should drivers exchange after a collision?
الإجابة
Names, current addresses, driver-license details, vehicle registration, and insurance information.
البطاقة ٢١١
السؤال
What driver-education proof does an otherwise eligible applicant age 17 years 6 months or younger need for a California provisional permit?
الإجابة
Proof of completed driver education or enrollment and participation in an approved integrated driver education and training program.
البطاقة ٢١٢
السؤال
What substances can lead to a DUI charge in California?
الإجابة
Alcohol, cannabis, illegal drugs, prescription medicine, over-the-counter medicine, or any combination that impairs safe driving.
البطاقة ٢١٣
السؤال
May a passenger drink alcohol while riding in a private vehicle?
الإجابة
Generally no. Exceptions include passengers in the living quarters of a housecar or camper and in specified licensed buses, taxis, or limousines for hire.
البطاقة ٢١٤
السؤال
When must a collision involving injury or death be reported to law enforcement?
الإجابة
Within 24 hours. The driver must make or cause a written report to CHP or, for a collision in a city, CHP or that city's police department. An insurance agent, broker, or legal representative may file it.
البطاقة ٢١٥
السؤال
What BAC triggers California's zero-tolerance rule for drivers under 21?
الإجابة
0.01% or higher.
البطاقة ٢١٦
السؤال
How long is a California driver's-license application normally valid?
الإجابة
12 months from the application date.
البطاقة ٢١٧
السؤال
When does an under-18 provisional permit become valid for practice driving?
الإجابة
After at least one hour of behind-the-wheel training, when the professional driving instructor signs it.
البطاقة ٢١٨
السؤال
Do coffee, cold showers, or exercise make an impaired driver sober?
الإجابة
No. They may change how awake someone feels, but only time lowers the alcohol in the body.
البطاقة ٢١٩
السؤال
How long does a California DUI conviction remain relevant as a prior offense?
الإجابة
10 years. A later DUI within that period can bring more severe consequences.
البطاقة ٢٢٠
السؤال
Does legal recreational cannabis make it legal to drive while impaired?
الإجابة
No. Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal.
البطاقة ٢٢١
السؤال
Who must supervise a minor practicing with a California instruction permit?
الإجابة
A California-licensed parent, guardian, spouse, licensed or certified driving instructor, or another California-licensed adult age 25 or older. The supervisor's California driving privilege must not be on probation, and they must stay close enough to take control.
البطاقة ٢٢٢
السؤال
When must a driver submit an SR-1 after a collision?
الإجابة
Within 10 days if anyone is injured or killed, or damage to any one person's property exceeds $1,000, regardless of fault. This report is not required when the involved vehicle was owned or leased by, or under the direction of, the United States, California, another state, or a local agency.
البطاقة ٢٢٣
السؤال
At what BAC is it unlawful for most drivers age 21 or older to drive?
الإجابة
0.08% or higher.
البطاقة ٢٢٤
السؤال
What servings contain roughly the same amount of alcohol as one standard drink?
الإجابة
About 12 ounces of 5% beer, 5 ounces of 12% wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor.
البطاقة ٢٢٥
السؤال
What is the safest plan when an event may involve alcohol or impairing drugs?
الإجابة
Arrange a sober driver, public transit, a taxi, or a ride service before impairment begins.
البطاقة ٢٢٦
السؤال
What is the usual license consequence for a first refusal of a required post-arrest chemical test?
الإجابة
A one-year suspension, separate from any criminal case.
البطاقة ٢٢٧
السؤال
Can a legally prescribed medicine make driving illegal?
الإجابة
Yes. You may not drive when any medicine impairs your ability to operate the vehicle safely.
البطاقة ٢٢٨
السؤال
Where should an opened cannabis container normally be carried in a vehicle?
الإجابة
In the trunk or another area where passengers do not sit. A qualified patient carrying a current identification card or physician's recommendation may keep a previously opened container in the passenger area only when it is sealed, resealed, or closed.
البطاقة ٢٢٩
السؤال
Does eating food prevent alcohol impairment?
الإجابة
No. Food may slow absorption, but it does not stop alcohol from entering the bloodstream.
البطاقة ٢٣٠
السؤال
What BAC is prohibited while a driver is on DUI probation?
الإجابة
0.01% or higher.
البطاقة ٢٣١
السؤال
What does California's implied-consent law require after a lawful DUI arrest?
الإجابة
After an alcohol-DUI arrest, the driver must take a breath or blood test. When drug impairment is reasonably suspected, an additional blood test may be required; urine is used only in limited statutory circumstances.
البطاقة ٢٣٢
السؤال
Where should an opened alcohol container be stored in a vehicle?
الإجابة
In the trunk. If the vehicle has no trunk, keep it in an area not normally occupied by the driver or passengers. A glove or utility compartment does not qualify.
البطاقة ٢٣٣
السؤال
What is the only reliable way to remove alcohol from your body?
الإجابة
Time. The liver needs time to process alcohol; shortcuts do not speed that process safely.
البطاقة ٢٣٤
السؤال
Why is mixing alcohol with medicine or other drugs especially dangerous?
الإجابة
The combined impairment can be stronger and less predictable than either substance alone.
البطاقة ٢٣٥
السؤال
Can an adult be arrested for DUI with a BAC below 0.08%?
الإجابة
Yes. Any BAC can support a DUI case when alcohol has made the person unable to drive safely.
البطاقة ٢٣٦
السؤال
May an officer require a driver under 21 who is lawfully detained for suspected alcohol use to take a preliminary screening test?
الإجابة
Yes. Refusing the preliminary alcohol screening or another required test can cause a license suspension.
٢٣٦ بطاقة
California Permit Test Flashcards: DMV Handbook Rules & Signs
سيفتح تطبيق Flashcards لتبدأ الدراسة.