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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Карточка 1
Вопрос
What must you do at a solid red traffic light in California?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 2
Вопрос
What does a yellow pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road mean?
Ответ
A no-passing zone begins. Do not start a pass where the restriction applies.
Карточка 3
Вопрос
What does a diamond-shaped placard on a truck warn about?
Ответ
The load may be hazardous. Give the vehicle extra space and expect it to stop before railroad tracks.
Карточка 4
Вопрос
What does a steady raised-hand pedestrian signal mean?
Ответ
Do not start crossing.
Карточка 5
Вопрос
How do you treat a flashing red traffic signal?
Ответ
Treat it like a stop sign. Stop fully, then proceed when it is safe and you have yielded as required.
Карточка 6
Вопрос
What kind of message is usually on a white rectangular traffic sign?
Ответ
A regulatory rule. The sign states a law or instruction you must obey, such as a speed or lane restriction.
Карточка 7
Вопрос
A bicycle-crossing warning sign appears ahead. What should you expect?
Ответ
Bicyclists may enter or cross the roadway. Reduce speed, scan both sides, and allow safe clearance.
Карточка 8
Вопрос
At night, road reflectors shine red toward you. What does that usually reveal?
Ответ
You are traveling the wrong way. Reduce the danger immediately and exit or turn around when it is safe.
Карточка 9
Вопрос
What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?
Ответ
The signal is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely; otherwise, continue through cautiously.
Карточка 10
Вопрос
What does a red circle with a diagonal slash mean on a traffic sign?
Ответ
The pictured movement or activity is prohibited. The symbol or words inside identify what you must not do.
Карточка 11
Вопрос
A yellow diamond shows one lane joining another. What should you expect?
Ответ
Merging traffic. Check surrounding traffic, create space, and adjust speed smoothly.
Карточка 12
Вопрос
What do blue road signs commonly identify?
Ответ
Motorist services. They can point to facilities such as fuel, food, lodging, hospitals, or accessible services.
Карточка 13
Вопрос
What does a green arrow mean?
Ответ
You may make a protected movement in the arrow's direction. Still watch for pedestrians, bicyclists, and anyone already in the intersection.
Карточка 14
Вопрос
You see a red octagonal STOP sign. Where must you stop?
Ответ
Before the limit line or crosswalk. If neither exists, stop before entering the intersection, then check all directions.
Карточка 15
Вопрос
What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY sign with separated arrows warn you about?
Ответ
A median or divider begins ahead. Keep to the correct side as the opposing traffic streams separate.
Карточка 16
Вопрос
What do brown road signs commonly mark?
Ответ
Recreation or cultural-interest destinations. They may guide you to parks, historic sites, or similar facilities.
Карточка 17
Вопрос
What do numbers beside a pedestrian signal show?
Ответ
The seconds remaining in the crossing interval. They do not cancel a driver's duty to yield to pedestrians.
Карточка 18
Вопрос
Does a solid green light guarantee that you may enter an intersection?
Ответ
No. Go only if the intersection is clear enough to cross completely, and yield to anyone still in it.
Карточка 19
Вопрос
What action does a red-and-white inverted triangle require?
Ответ
Yield. Slow down, be ready to stop, and let road users with the right-of-way pass.
Карточка 20
Вопрос
What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS sign warn you about?
Ответ
Opposing traffic will soon share an undivided roadway. Stay right and watch for oncoming vehicles.
Карточка 21
Вопрос
A school bus begins flashing yellow lights. What should you do?
Ответ
Slow down and prepare to stop. The bus is warning that it is about to load or unload children.
Карточка 22
Вопрос
What does a red arrow require?
Ответ
Stop and do not turn in the arrow's direction. Wait for a green light or green arrow.
Карточка 23
Вопрос
Which traffic-sign shape is reserved for STOP?
Ответ
The octagon. Its unique eight-sided shape identifies STOP even when visibility is poor.
Карточка 24
Вопрос
A pedestrian-crossing warning sign appears ahead. What action matters most?
Ответ
Slow down and look for people entering or using the crossing. Be ready to yield or stop.
Карточка 25
Вопрос
What do orange traffic signs usually indicate?
Ответ
Construction or road work. Expect workers, equipment, lane changes, and unusual traffic control.
Карточка 26
Вопрос
What does a solid yellow arrow tell a turning driver?
Ответ
The protected turn is ending. Stop if it is safe; if you are already committed, finish the turn cautiously and watch the next signal.
Карточка 27
Вопрос
What does a red-and-white DO NOT ENTER sign mean?
Ответ
Do not enter that road or ramp. It faces traffic that would be moving into a prohibited direction or area.
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Вопрос
A yellow diamond shows a car with wavy skid marks. What should you do?
Ответ
Expect a slippery road. Reduce speed, avoid abrupt steering or braking, and leave more following space.
Карточка 29
Вопрос
What does a flashing raised-hand pedestrian signal mean?
Ответ
Do not begin crossing. A pedestrian already in the crosswalk may finish, and drivers must continue to yield.
Карточка 30
Вопрос
How should you respond to a flashing yellow traffic light?
Ответ
Slow down and proceed with caution. You do not have to stop unless conditions require it.
Карточка 31
Вопрос
A stopped school bus displays flashing red lights and a stop arm. What does that signal require?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 32
Вопрос
What does a circular yellow railroad-warning sign tell you?
Ответ
A railroad crossing is ahead. Slow down, look and listen, and be ready to stop for a train.
Карточка 33
Вопрос
You realize you have passed a WRONG WAY sign. What should you do?
Ответ
Stop moving deeper into opposing traffic and leave safely. Back out or turn around only when conditions make the maneuver safe.
Карточка 34
Вопрос
What does a flashing yellow arrow allow?
Ответ
A turn after yielding. The turn is not protected, so yield to oncoming traffic and other road users before proceeding cautiously.
Карточка 35
Вопрос
What information do green guide signs usually provide?
Ответ
Directions and destinations. They commonly identify routes, exits, distances, or places ahead.
Карточка 36
Вопрос
What does a five-sided yellow-green sign usually warn about?
Ответ
A school area or school crossing. Slow down and watch closely for children and crossing guards.
Карточка 37
Вопрос
What does an orange-and-red reflective triangle on the rear of a vehicle indicate?
Ответ
A slow-moving vehicle. Expect it to travel at 25 mph or less and adjust early.
Карточка 38
Вопрос
A traffic signal is completely dark. How should you handle the intersection?
Ответ
Stop as though every approach has a stop sign. Proceed cautiously when it is your turn and the way is safe.
Карточка 39
Вопрос
What does a WALK symbol tell a pedestrian?
Ответ
Crossing may begin. Drivers must still check and yield before moving through the crosswalk.
Карточка 40
Вопрос
What is the general purpose of a diamond-shaped warning sign?
Ответ
It warns of a road condition or hazard ahead. Adjust speed and position for the specific symbol or message.
Карточка 41
Вопрос
What does a single solid yellow centerline mean for passing?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 42
Вопрос
When may a driver enter a bicycle lane to make a right turn?
Ответ
Within 200 feet of the turn, when safe. Check the blind spot and yield to bicyclists before moving into the lane.
Карточка 43
Вопрос
After every vehicle stops at a four-way STOP, who goes first?
Ответ
The vehicle that arrived first. If vehicles arrive together, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
Карточка 44
Вопрос
How should you respond to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog?
Ответ
Yield completely and take extra care. The cane or guide dog indicates blindness or limited vision.
Карточка 45
Вопрос
How is a two-way center left-turn lane marked?
Ответ
Each side has a solid outer yellow line and a broken inner yellow line. The lane serves left turns from both directions.
Карточка 46
Вопрос
From a one-way street, where do you begin a right turn onto another one-way street?
Ответ
In the far-right lane. If it is safe and lawful, you may finish in any available lane moving in your direction.
Карточка 47
Вопрос
Which direction does traffic move in a standard roundabout?
Ответ
Counterclockwise. Keep moving toward your exit unless traffic conditions require you to stop.
Карточка 48
Вопрос
When turning left, which approaching traffic must you yield to?
Ответ
Any vehicle close enough to be dangerous. Complete the turn only when the gap is safe.
Карточка 49
Вопрос
May you normally cross double solid yellow lines to pass another vehicle?
Ответ
No. They prohibit driving left of the lines for passing, though a lawful left turn or U-turn may cross one set when permitted.
Карточка 50
Вопрос
When may you turn left against a red light?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 51
Вопрос
Where should a normal right turn begin and end?
Ответ
As close as practical to the right edge, ending in the right lane. Watch for pedestrians and bicyclists between you and the curb.
Карточка 52
Вопрос
At a T intersection without STOP or YIELD signs, which traffic has the right-of-way?
Ответ
Traffic on the through road. The driver on the road that ends must yield.
Карточка 53
Вопрос
You are already in an intersection when an emergency vehicle approaches. What should you do?
Ответ
Clear the intersection first, then move right and stop when it is safe.
Карточка 54
Вопрос
Large broken lane markings appear beside you near a freeway exit. What should you expect?
Ответ
Your lane may exit or end. Read the signs early and merge or exit without a last-second move.
Карточка 55
Вопрос
Whose directions take priority over traffic signs and signals?
Ответ
A police officer or other authorized traffic controller. Follow their directions even when a signal says something different.
Карточка 56
Вопрос
When is a right turn on a solid red light allowed?
Ответ
After a complete stop, if no NO TURN ON RED sign prohibits it. Yield before turning.
Карточка 57
Вопрос
May you turn in front of an approaching light-rail vehicle?
Ответ
No. Wait until you can complete the turn without crossing its path; light-rail vehicles cannot stop or steer away quickly.
Карточка 58
Вопрос
How early must you signal before a right or left turn in California?
Ответ
Continuously during the final 100 feet before the turn.
Карточка 59
Вопрос
May you change lanes across double solid white lines?
Ответ
No. Treat them as a lane barrier, often beside a preferential lane or freeway ramp.
Карточка 60
Вопрос
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?
Ответ
Move to an available nonadjacent lane when practical, lawful, and safe. Otherwise, slow to a reasonable and prudent speed.
Карточка 61
Вопрос
Why should you not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk?
Ответ
A pedestrian may be crossing where you cannot see them. Stop and check instead of passing.
Карточка 62
Вопрос
How early should you signal before a freeway exit?
Ответ
At least five seconds before exiting. The handbook describes this as roughly 400 feet at freeway speed.
Карточка 63
Вопрос
What does a row of solid white triangles painted across a lane mean?
Ответ
Yield here. The triangles point toward approaching traffic and mark where you should yield or stop if needed.
Карточка 64
Вопрос
At railroad tracks, may you cross as soon as a lowered gate starts rising?
Ответ
No. Wait until the gate is fully raised, warning lights stop, and you can cross every track completely.
Карточка 65
Вопрос
A dedicated right-turn lane continues into its own lane beyond the corner. Must you obey a signal posted for that turn lane?
Ответ
Yes. A dedicated lane may otherwise flow separately from through traffic, but its own curbside sign or signal controls the turn.
Карточка 66
Вопрос
How far may you drive in a two-way center left-turn lane while preparing for a turn?
Ответ
No more than 200 feet. It is not a regular travel lane or a passing lane.
Карточка 67
Вопрос
What does a single solid white line separate?
Ответ
Lanes moving in the same direction. It discourages lane changes where staying in lane is safer.
Карточка 68
Вопрос
When a railroad warning requires a stop, how far from the nearest rail should you stop?
Ответ
At least 15 feet away. Do not proceed until the warnings end and the tracks are clear.
Карточка 69
Вопрос
Who has the right-of-way when you merge from an on-ramp onto a highway?
Ответ
Traffic already on the highway. Find a safe opening; do not assume other drivers must move for you.
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Вопрос
A pedestrian makes eye contact with you at a crosswalk. What should you assume?
Ответ
They intend to cross. Yield and let them complete the crossing safely.
Карточка 71
Вопрос
What checks belong in a safe lane change?
Ответ
Signal, check mirrors and nearby traffic, look over your shoulder into the blind spot, and move only when enough space is clear.
Карточка 72
Вопрос
May you cross a public-transit bus lane to make a right turn?
Ответ
Yes, where the crossing is lawful and safe. Do not otherwise drive, stop, or park in a bus-only area.
Карточка 73
Вопрос
You are already moving through an intersection when you realize you chose the wrong turn. What should you do?
Ответ
Complete the movement you started. Clear the intersection, then find a legal route back instead of stopping or swerving.
Карточка 74
Вопрос
Who has the right-of-way when you enter a road from a driveway or alley?
Ответ
Traffic, bicyclists, and pedestrians already using the road or sidewalk. Yield before entering.
Карточка 75
Вопрос
What does a broken yellow line beside your lane allow?
Ответ
Passing when safe. It separates opposing traffic, so cross only with enough sight distance and a clear path.
Карточка 76
Вопрос
What speed should you aim for when entering a highway from an on-ramp?
Ответ
At or near the speed of highway traffic. Use the ramp to build speed, then merge into a safe gap.
Карточка 77
Вопрос
On a steep, narrow road where two vehicles cannot pass, which vehicle has the right-of-way?
Ответ
The uphill-facing vehicle. The downhill-facing driver should back up because they have better control in reverse.
Карточка 78
Вопрос
About how large a gap does the handbook recommend when entering traffic from a stop on a city street?
Ответ
About half a block, roughly 150 feet. Use a larger gap whenever speed, visibility, or traffic conditions demand it.
Карточка 79
Вопрос
What do two sets of double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart create?
Ответ
A barrier. Do not drive on or across it, including for a left turn or U-turn, except through a designated opening.
Карточка 80
Вопрос
How closely may you follow an emergency vehicle using its siren or flashing lights?
Ответ
Stay at least 300 feet behind it. Do not drive into the scene or follow closer.
Карточка 81
Вопрос
You miss your intended turn. What is the safest response?
Ответ
Continue until you can turn around legally and safely. Do not make a sudden lane or direction change.
Карточка 82
Вопрос
Which traffic lane is called the Number 1 lane?
Ответ
The far-left lane. Lanes are numbered from left to right in the direction of travel.
Карточка 83
Вопрос
May you make a U-turn where you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in both directions?
Ответ
No. Limited visibility makes the U-turn illegal and unsafe.
Карточка 84
Вопрос
What does a diamond marking in a freeway lane usually identify?
Ответ
A preferential lane, commonly an HOV or carpool lane. Follow the posted vehicle, occupancy, entry, and time rules.
Карточка 85
Вопрос
Before turning right, who must you check for and yield to?
Ответ
Pedestrians and bicyclists crossing or approaching your path.
Карточка 86
Вопрос
What should you do if you miss your exit in a roundabout?
Ответ
Continue around and take the exit on the next pass. Do not stop or reverse to recover it.
Карточка 87
Вопрос
An emergency vehicle approaches with a siren and red lights. What should you do?
Ответ
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes. Do not stop inside an intersection.
Карточка 88
Вопрос
When are drivers in the opposite direction generally exempt from stopping for a school bus's flashing red lights?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
Where do pedestrians have the right-of-way in a crosswalk?
Ответ
In both marked and unmarked crosswalks. Slow or stop as needed to let them cross safely.
Карточка 90
Вопрос
When is a U-turn allowed in a residential district?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 91
Вопрос
About how large a gap does the handbook recommend when entering highway traffic from a stop?
Ответ
About one full block, roughly 300 feet. Treat this as a study guideline and use more space when conditions require it.
Карточка 92
Вопрос
How should you cross several freeway lanes?
Ответ
One lane at a time. Signal and repeat the mirror, traffic, and blind-spot checks for each move; do not cross solid lines.
Карточка 93
Вопрос
Where should you position your vehicle before a normal left turn?
Ответ
Near the center divider or in the designated left-turn lane. Enter only at a lawful opening and yield before turning.
Карточка 94
Вопрос
Two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who yields?
Ответ
The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
Карточка 95
Вопрос
Your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks while a train approaches. Which way should you run after getting out?
Ответ
Run diagonally toward the approaching train, away from the tracks. This reduces the risk from debris after impact.
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Вопрос
What do broken white lines usually mark?
Ответ
Lanes moving in the same direction. You may change lanes across them after signaling and confirming the move is safe.
Карточка 97
Вопрос
Who has the right-of-way when you enter a roundabout?
Ответ
Traffic already in the roundabout. Enter only when there is a safe gap.
Карточка 98
Вопрос
A blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the intersection. May you proceed?
Ответ
Yes, after confirming the way is clear. Pulling in the cane usually signals that the person is not crossing.
Карточка 99
Вопрос
May you enter an intersection when traffic blocks your exit?
Ответ
No. Wait until there is enough room to cross completely without blocking the intersection.
Карточка 100
Вопрос
While waiting to turn left across traffic, how should you point your front wheels?
Ответ
Straight ahead. If another vehicle hits you from behind, turned wheels could push you into oncoming traffic.
Карточка 101
Вопрос
May a lawful U-turn cross one set of double yellow lines?
Ответ
Yes. Crossing one set is allowed for a U-turn when the location, visibility, signs, and traffic make the turn legal and safe.
Карточка 102
Вопрос
What does California's Basic Speed Law require?
Ответ
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, even when the posted limit is higher.
Карточка 103
Вопрос
May you park in front of or on a curb ramp that provides wheelchair access?
Ответ
No. Keep the lowered or accessible curb completely clear.
Карточка 104
Вопрос
What is California's maximum speed on most highways?
Ответ
65 mph, unless a sign posts a different limit.
Карточка 105
Вопрос
What does a green curb mean?
Ответ
Parking is allowed for a limited time shown on a sign or painted on the curb.
Карточка 106
Вопрос
What is the speed limit at an uncontrolled blind intersection?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 107
Вопрос
Should you keep driving at the posted limit in heavy traffic, rain, or poor visibility?
Ответ
Not automatically. Slow to a speed that is safe for the conditions under the Basic Speed Law.
Карточка 108
Вопрос
May you park in front of a public or private driveway?
Ответ
No. Keep the driveway clear for property access.
Карточка 109
Вопрос
Which way should you turn your wheels when parking on a slope without a curb?
Ответ
Toward the edge of the road, so the vehicle would roll away from traffic.
Карточка 110
Вопрос
What is the speed limit in an alley unless posted otherwise?
Ответ
15 mph.
Карточка 111
Вопрос
Who may park at a blue curb or a space marked with the accessibility symbol?
Ответ
A person with a valid disabled-person placard or special license plate.
Карточка 112
Вопрос
What is the maximum speed while towing a trailer in California?
Ответ
55 mph.
Карточка 113
Вопрос
How close may you park to a fire hydrant?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 114
Вопрос
What is the speed limit within 100 feet of a railroad crossing when you cannot see 400 feet down the tracks?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
What is the usual speed limit in a business or residential district unless posted otherwise?
Ответ
25 mph.
Карточка 116
Вопрос
What should you do when driving slower than the normal flow of traffic?
Ответ
Use the right lane or stay as close as practical to the right edge, unless you are passing or preparing for a left turn.
Карточка 117
Вопрос
Before leaving a motor vehicle unattended on a roadway, how must you secure it?
Ответ
Set the parking brake and stop the engine. Put an automatic transmission in Park, or leave a manual transmission in gear.
Карточка 118
Вопрос
What does a red curb mean?
Ответ
No stopping, standing, or parking, except that a bus may stop in a marked bus zone.
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Карточка 119
Вопрос
What is the usual speed limit near signed California school grounds while the statutory child-present conditions apply?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 120
Вопрос
Which way should you turn your front wheels when parking uphill beside a curb?
Ответ
Away from the curb. Let the vehicle roll back gently until the tire rests against the curb.
Карточка 121
Вопрос
What is the usual maximum speed on a two-lane undivided highway in California?
Ответ
55 mph, unless a different speed limit is posted.
Карточка 122
Вопрос
How close may you park on the approach side of a marked or unmarked crosswalk?
Ответ
Generally not within 20 feet, or 15 feet where a curb extension is present, unless local rules and markings establish otherwise.
Карточка 123
Вопрос
When parallel parking, how close should your wheels be to the curb?
Ответ
Within 18 inches.
Карточка 124
Вопрос
What should you do if an emergency forces you to stop on a freeway?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 125
Вопрос
What does a yellow curb usually allow?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 126
Вопрос
In heavy rain or snow, how fast should you drive if you cannot see farther than 100 feet?
Ответ
No faster than 30 mph, according to the handbook's guidance. Slow further or stop if conditions require it.
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Вопрос
How close may you park to a fire-station driveway?
Ответ
Not within 15 feet. If signs prohibit parking on the opposite side, keep at least 75 feet away there.
Карточка 128
Вопрос
Which way should you turn your front wheels when parking downhill beside a curb?
Ответ
Toward the curb. If the vehicle rolls, the curb can help stop it.
Карточка 129
Вопрос
What does a white curb usually allow?
Ответ
A brief stop to pick up or drop off passengers, or to deposit mail where signs permit it.
Карточка 130
Вопрос
Do bicyclists have the same basic roadway rights and responsibilities as drivers?
Ответ
Yes. Bicyclists generally follow the same traffic controls and direction-of-travel rules as drivers.
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Вопрос
Why should you not cut closely in front of a large truck?
Ответ
The truck needs extra stopping distance and may not be able to avoid hitting you.
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Вопрос
Is a motorcyclist entitled to use a full traffic lane?
Ответ
Yes. Treat a motorcycle as a full-lane vehicle even though it is smaller than a car.
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Вопрос
How much following time should you leave behind a motorcycle?
Ответ
At least 3 seconds, with more space when road, weather, or traffic conditions are poor.
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Вопрос
When may a bicyclist leave an established bike lane?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
How does a large truck's stopping distance compare with a passenger vehicle's at 55 mph?
Ответ
It is longer: the handbook illustrates about 400 feet for a large vehicle versus about 300 feet for an average passenger vehicle.
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Вопрос
How should you approach a work zone where lanes merge?
Ответ
Slow early and merge as signs, markings, or a flagger direct. Avoid sudden lane changes.
Карточка 137
Вопрос
What minimum clearance should you leave when passing a bicyclist?
Ответ
At least 3 feet between any part of your vehicle and any part of the bicycle or rider.
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Вопрос
What is the speed limit when passing a bus, streetcar, or trolley stopped at a safety zone or traffic light?
Ответ
No more than 10 mph, when it is safe to pass.
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Вопрос
What front light must a bicycle have when used at night?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
Why can an approaching motorcycle's speed be difficult to judge?
Ответ
Its small profile makes it look farther away or slower than it is. Check carefully before entering its path.
Карточка 141
Вопрос
How can you tell that a truck driver may not see you?
Ответ
If you cannot see the driver's face in a side mirror, the driver probably cannot see your vehicle.
Карточка 142
Вопрос
On what roads may a neighborhood electric vehicle usually operate?
Ответ
Roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less, unless local signs or rules prohibit it.
Карточка 143
Вопрос
What is motorcycle lane splitting?
Ответ
Riding between rows of vehicles traveling in the same direction. It is legal in California when done safely.
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Вопрос
What must you check before merging into a bike lane for a turn?
Ответ
Check mirrors and your blind spot for bicyclists, then yield to anyone already in the lane.
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Вопрос
Who must wear a bicycle helmet in California?
Ответ
Anyone under 18 riding a bicycle on a public road, bikeway, or public bicycle path or trail.
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Вопрос
On which side should you normally pass a large truck?
Ответ
On the left, where the driver can see you better. Complete the pass without lingering beside the truck.
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Вопрос
What should you do when you cannot give a bicyclist 3 feet of passing clearance?
Ответ
Slow to a reasonable, prudent speed and pass only when doing so will not endanger the bicyclist.
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Вопрос
What rear visibility equipment must a bicycle have at night?
Ответ
A red reflector or solid or flashing red light with a built-in reflector, visible from 500 feet behind.
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Вопрос
How fast can a neighborhood electric vehicle legally travel?
Ответ
Up to 25 mph.
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Вопрос
A person leading or riding an animal signals you to slow or stop. What should you do?
Ответ
Follow the person's direction. Slow down or stop and avoid noises or movements that could frighten the animal.
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Вопрос
May a driver pass or crowd a motorcycle within the same lane?
Ответ
No. Give the motorcycle the full lane; do not try to pass it within that lane.
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Вопрос
Which direction should a bicyclist travel on a roadway?
Ответ
In the same direction as vehicle traffic, not against it.
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Вопрос
A bicyclist is ahead in your lane, and another same-direction lane is available. What should you do before passing?
Ответ
Change into the available lane when the move is practical, lawful, and safe.
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Вопрос
When must a slow driver use a turnout on a two-lane road?
Ответ
When five or more vehicles are following, passing is unsafe, and a designated turnout or safe area is available.
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Вопрос
May you drive through a safety zone set aside for streetcar or trolley passengers?
Ответ
No. A safety zone is marked for pedestrians and is not a traffic lane.
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Вопрос
Where are a large truck's major blind spots?
Ответ
Directly in front, directly behind, and along both sides, with a larger blind area on the right.
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Вопрос
How should you respond to a work-zone flagger?
Ответ
Obey the flagger's directions, slow down, and be ready to stop even if other traffic controls suggest otherwise.
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Вопрос
Why should you avoid squeezing beside a truck that is turning right?
Ответ
The truck may swing left before turning and then track across adjacent space on the right.
Карточка 159
Вопрос
Before opening a street-side vehicle door, what should you check?
Ответ
Look for approaching bicyclists, motorcycles, and other traffic. Open the door only when it is safe.
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Вопрос
May a driver intentionally block a motorcyclist who is lane splitting?
Ответ
No. Intentionally blocking or impeding a motorcyclist in a way that could cause harm is illegal.
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Вопрос
How far ahead should you scan while driving in city traffic?
Ответ
At least 10 seconds ahead, so you can identify hazards before they demand a sudden reaction.
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Вопрос
Which headlights should you use in fog?
Ответ
Low beams. High beams reflect from fog and reduce visibility.
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Вопрос
How must a child under age 2 usually ride in California?
Ответ
In a rear-facing child restraint, unless the child weighs at least 40 pounds or is at least 40 inches tall.
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Вопрос
How fast should you drive on ice?
Ответ
No faster than 5 mph, according to the handbook's safety guidance, and only when travel is necessary.
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Вопрос
How may an adult driver operate a properly mounted phone?
Ответ
With one tap or swipe that does not require holding the phone, such as to activate a hands-free feature.
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Вопрос
What is the minimum following-time guideline in good conditions?
Ответ
At least 3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead.
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Вопрос
When must you dim high beams for an approaching vehicle?
Ответ
Within 500 feet of the oncoming vehicle.
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Вопрос
How far should a driver sit from a steering-wheel airbag?
Ответ
At least 10 inches between the center of the chest and the airbag cover, while still controlling the vehicle safely.
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Вопрос
What should you do when water covers the road ahead?
Ответ
Turn around and use another route. Water may be deeper or faster than it appears.
Карточка 170
Вопрос
How should packed snow affect your speed?
Ответ
Reduce speed by about half, according to the handbook's safety guideline.
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Вопрос
May a driver wear a headset or earplugs in both ears?
Ответ
No. Covering both ears is generally illegal because it can block traffic sounds; limited safety and medical exceptions apply.
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Вопрос
What is the safest response to a driver who is tailgating you?
Ответ
Create more space ahead, avoid sudden braking, and let the driver pass when you can do so safely.
Карточка 173
Вопрос
What should you check before driving after taking medicine?
Ответ
Read the warning label and ask a doctor or pharmacist whether it can impair driving.
Карточка 174
Вопрос
When must you dim high beams while following another vehicle?
Ответ
Within 300 feet of the vehicle ahead.
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Вопрос
Where must a child under age 8 usually be secured?
Ответ
In an appropriate child passenger restraint in a rear seat, subject to limited statutory exceptions.
Карточка 176
Вопрос
What should you check before slowing down suddenly?
Ответ
Check your mirrors for traffic behind you, then brake in a controlled way when the situation allows.
Карточка 177
Вопрос
How should you respond to a slippery-surface skid?
Ответ
Ease off the accelerator. Do not brake; steer in the direction of the skid until you regain control.
Карточка 178
Вопрос
What limits your safe speed at night?
Ответ
The distance illuminated by your headlights. Drive slowly enough to stop within the visible area.
Карточка 179
Вопрос
When may a child use a properly fitted safety belt instead of a child restraint?
Ответ
At age 8 or when at least 4 feet 9 inches tall.
Карточка 180
Вопрос
What should you do when you become sleepy while driving?
Ответ
Leave the road safely and rest. Opening a window or turning up music does not reliably restore alertness.
Карточка 181
Вопрос
What is your first legal duty after being involved in a collision?
Ответ
Stop. Leaving the scene can be a hit-and-run offense.
Карточка 182
Вопрос
Your wheels drift off the pavement. How should you return to the road?
Ответ
Ease off the accelerator, brake gently, and return only after slowing and checking that the lane is clear.
Карточка 183
Вопрос
During the first 12 months of a provisional license, may a minor carry passengers under 20 without an adult?
Ответ
Generally no. A licensed parent, guardian, driving instructor, or driver age 25 or older must accompany them unless a legal exception applies.
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Вопрос
May an adult driver hold and operate a phone while driving?
Ответ
No. The phone must be used hands-free in a legally permitted way.
Карточка 185
Вопрос
When weather requires continuous windshield-wiper use, what lighting rule applies?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
Must a driver carry proof of financial responsibility?
Ответ
Yes. Keep proof of insurance or another accepted form of financial responsibility in the vehicle and show it when lawfully requested.
Карточка 187
Вопрос
How long must a minor usually hold a provisional permit before taking the driving test?
Ответ
At least 6 months.
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Вопрос
Why is a shoulder check necessary before changing lanes?
Ответ
Mirrors do not show every blind spot. A quick look over your shoulder confirms the adjacent lane is clear.
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Вопрос
What should you do if a tire suddenly blows out?
Ответ
Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, avoid hard braking, and slow before moving off the road.
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Вопрос
Who must wear a seat belt in a moving passenger vehicle?
Ответ
The driver and all passengers, using a properly fitted restraint.
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Вопрос
When should you use emergency flashers while driving?
Ответ
To warn others of an immediate hazard or unusually slow or stopped traffic, not as permission to park illegally.
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Вопрос
How much does the handbook suggest reducing speed on a wet road?
Ответ
About 5 to 10 mph below the usual speed, with a greater reduction if conditions demand it.
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Вопрос
What are California's minimum liability-insurance limits for current policies?
Ответ
60,000 per collision for multiple people, and $15,000 for property damage.
Карточка 194
Вопрос
How should strong crosswinds change your driving?
Ответ
Slow down, keep a firm grip on the wheel, and avoid cruise control so you can respond quickly.
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Вопрос
May a child age 6 or younger be left alone in a vehicle with the engine running?
Ответ
No. A responsible person age 12 or older must supervise the child when the engine is running or other significant danger exists.
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Вопрос
What should you try if the accelerator becomes stuck?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
What is the minimum age to apply for a California provisional instruction permit?
Ответ
15½ years old.
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Вопрос
After stopping at a collision, what should you do if someone is injured?
Ответ
Call 911, provide reasonable assistance, and follow emergency instructions without moving an injured person unless necessary for safety.
Карточка 199
Вопрос
When are wet roads often most slippery?
Ответ
During the first several minutes of rain, when water mixes with oil and dust on the pavement.
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Вопрос
How much supervised practice must a minor complete before the driving test?
Ответ
At least 50 hours, including 10 hours at night.
Карточка 201
Вопрос
What score is needed to pass the California permit knowledge test?
Ответ
At least 80%.
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Вопрос
May a driver under 18 use a phone hands-free while driving?
Ответ
No. A minor may use a phone only for an emergency call permitted by law.
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Вопрос
When should you increase the usual 3-second following gap?
Ответ
When visibility, weather, traffic, road surface, or the vehicle ahead makes stopping harder.
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Вопрос
What should you do with a drivable vehicle after a collision with no injuries?
Ответ
Move it out of traffic to a safe nearby location when you can do so safely.
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Вопрос
Can an applicant older than 17 years 6 months but under 18 get a California instruction permit without driver education?
Ответ
Yes. They may get the permit without driver-education or driver-training certificates, but cannot take the driving test until age 18.
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Вопрос
What should you do when glare from oncoming headlights makes it hard to see?
Ответ
Look toward the right edge of your lane and use it as a guide until the vehicle passes.
Карточка 207
Вопрос
Who must sign the license or permit application for an applicant under 18?
Ответ
A parent or legal guardian who accepts financial responsibility. If the parents or guardians have joint custody, both must sign.
Карточка 208
Вопрос
What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane?
Ответ
Ease off the accelerator, slow gradually, and do not brake until the tires regain traction.
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Вопрос
During the first 12 months of a provisional license, when is a minor generally prohibited from driving alone at night?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
What information should drivers exchange after a collision?
Ответ
Names, current addresses, driver-license details, vehicle registration, and insurance information.
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Вопрос
What driver-education proof does an otherwise eligible applicant age 17 years 6 months or younger need for a California provisional permit?
Ответ
Proof of completed driver education or enrollment and participation in an approved integrated driver education and training program.
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Вопрос
What substances can lead to a DUI charge in California?
Ответ
Alcohol, cannabis, illegal drugs, prescription medicine, over-the-counter medicine, or any combination that impairs safe driving.
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Вопрос
May a passenger drink alcohol while riding in a private vehicle?
Ответ
Generally no. Exceptions include passengers in the living quarters of a housecar or camper and in specified licensed buses, taxis, or limousines for hire.
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Вопрос
When must a collision involving injury or death be reported to law enforcement?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
What BAC triggers California's zero-tolerance rule for drivers under 21?
Ответ
0.01% or higher.
Карточка 216
Вопрос
How long is a California driver's-license application normally valid?
Ответ
12 months from the application date.
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Вопрос
When does an under-18 provisional permit become valid for practice driving?
Ответ
After at least one hour of behind-the-wheel training, when the professional driving instructor signs it.
Карточка 218
Вопрос
Do coffee, cold showers, or exercise make an impaired driver sober?
Ответ
No. They may change how awake someone feels, but only time lowers the alcohol in the body.
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Вопрос
How long does a California DUI conviction remain relevant as a prior offense?
Ответ
10 years. A later DUI within that period can bring more severe consequences.
Карточка 220
Вопрос
Does legal recreational cannabis make it legal to drive while impaired?
Ответ
No. Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal.
Карточка 221
Вопрос
Who must supervise a minor practicing with a California instruction permit?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
When must a driver submit an SR-1 after a collision?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
At what BAC is it unlawful for most drivers age 21 or older to drive?
Ответ
0.08% or higher.
Карточка 224
Вопрос
What servings contain roughly the same amount of alcohol as one standard drink?
Ответ
About 12 ounces of 5% beer, 5 ounces of 12% wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor.
Карточка 225
Вопрос
What is the safest plan when an event may involve alcohol or impairing drugs?
Ответ
Arrange a sober driver, public transit, a taxi, or a ride service before impairment begins.
Карточка 226
Вопрос
What is the usual license consequence for a first refusal of a required post-arrest chemical test?
Ответ
A one-year suspension, separate from any criminal case.
Карточка 227
Вопрос
Can a legally prescribed medicine make driving illegal?
Ответ
Yes. You may not drive when any medicine impairs your ability to operate the vehicle safely.
Карточка 228
Вопрос
Where should an opened cannabis container normally be carried in a vehicle?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 229
Вопрос
Does eating food prevent alcohol impairment?
Ответ
No. Food may slow absorption, but it does not stop alcohol from entering the bloodstream.
Карточка 230
Вопрос
What BAC is prohibited while a driver is on DUI probation?
Ответ
0.01% or higher.
Карточка 231
Вопрос
What does California's implied-consent law require after a lawful DUI arrest?
Ответ
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.
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Вопрос
Where should an opened alcohol container be stored in a vehicle?
Ответ
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.
Карточка 233
Вопрос
What is the only reliable way to remove alcohol from your body?
Ответ
Time. The liver needs time to process alcohol; shortcuts do not speed that process safely.
Карточка 234
Вопрос
Why is mixing alcohol with medicine or other drugs especially dangerous?
Ответ
The combined impairment can be stronger and less predictable than either substance alone.
Карточка 235
Вопрос
Can an adult be arrested for DUI with a BAC below 0.08%?
Ответ
Yes. Any BAC can support a DUI case when alcohol has made the person unable to drive safely.
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Вопрос
May an officer require a driver under 21 who is lawfully detained for suspected alcohol use to take a preliminary screening test?
Ответ
Yes. Refusing the preliminary alcohol screening or another required test can cause a license suspension.
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