California permit test practice

What are shared roadway bicycle markings, also called "sharrows," used for?

1. AMarking the boundary of a buffered bike lane
2. BAlerting traffic that bicyclists are allowed to occupy the travel laneCorrect
3. CIndicating a bicycle-only crossing at an intersection
4. DMarking a bike lane reserved for one-way traffic only

Why: Shared Roadway Bicycle Markings (Sharrows) alert traffic that bicyclists are allowed to occupy the travel lane.

When is it legal for a driver to drive in a bicycle lane?

1. AAt any time, as long as no bicyclist is currently present
2. BOnly between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.
3. CWhen parking (where permitted), entering or leaving the roadway, or turning within 200 feet of the intersectionCorrect
4. DOnly if the bike lane is physically separated by a curb

Why: It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane unless parking where permitted, entering or leaving the roadway, or turning within 200 feet of the intersection.

When "STOP" signs are posted at all corners of an intersection, what should drivers do?

1. AProceed in the order signaled by a passing officer only
2. BStop first, then follow the normal right-of-way rules for who proceeds firstCorrect
3. CWait for a green light, since 4-way stops always have signals
4. DOnly the first vehicle to arrive needs to come to a full stop

Why: When there are stop signs at all corners, drivers must stop first and then follow the standard right-of-way rules for the intersection.

When you turn right at an intersection, what does the handbook remind you to check for?

1. AOnly oncoming traffic in the far lane
2. BOnly vehicles behind you preparing to pass
3. CPedestrians wanting to cross and bicyclists riding next to youCorrect
4. DOnly whether a "NO TURN ON RED" sign is posted

Why: When turning right, be sure to check for pedestrians who want to cross the street and bicyclists riding next to you.

At 55 mph on dry pavement with good tires and brakes, about how far does it take to react and bring your vehicle to a complete stop?

1. AAbout 210 feet
2. BAbout 400 feetCorrect
3. CAbout 100 feet
4. DAbout 60 feet

Why: At 55 mph, it takes about 400 feet to react and bring your vehicle to a complete stop.

If you start through an intersection or begin a turn, what does the handbook recommend?

1. AStop immediately if you notice any other vehicle nearby
2. BKeep going or follow through, since last-minute changes risk causing collisionsCorrect
3. CReverse if you realize you are in the wrong lane
4. DWait in the intersection until traffic clears completely

Why: Once you start through an intersection or begin a turn, keep going or follow through, since last-minute changes may cause collisions.

When should you use your low-beam headlights at night, according to the handbook?

1. AOnly when driving in fog, never in rain
2. BWhenever it is rainingCorrect
3. COnly when a vehicle is directly behind you
4. DOnly while driving inside city limits

Why: The handbook instructs drivers to use low-beam headlights at night when it rains.

After passing a large truck, what should you avoid doing before moving back into its lane?

1. ALingering alongside the truckCorrect
2. BSignaling your lane change in advance
3. CChecking your mirrors before merging back
4. DMaintaining a steady speed while passing

Why: The handbook warns against lingering alongside a truck when passing, since it limits the trucker's ability to take evasive action.

Is it legal to drink any amount of alcohol while riding as a passenger in a moving vehicle?

1. AYes, passengers are permitted to drink as long as the driver stays completely sober
2. BNo, it is illegal to drink any amount of alcohol while driving or riding as a passengerCorrect
3. CYes, as long as the passenger is over 21
4. DYes, if the container is resealed after each sip

Why: It is illegal to drink any amount of alcohol while driving or riding as a passenger in a motor vehicle.

How often, at most, may a noncommercial driver attend traffic violator school to mask a 1-point violation from their driving record?

1. AOnce in any 6-month period
2. BOnce in any 18-month periodCorrect
3. COnce every 5 years
4. DAs many times as needed within a year

Why: A driver cited for a 1-point violation may attend traffic violator school once in any 18-month period to have it masked from their record.