Study Guide


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1 How far ahead of your vehicle should you scan the road while driving?

2 Why is it dangerous to have a "fixed stare" on the vehicle directly in front of you?

3 What should your hand position be on the steering wheel if you think of the steering wheel as a clock? Driving along - What should your hand position be on the steering wheel if you think of the steering wheel as a clock?
4 Why should you use "push/pull" or "hand-to-hand" steering method?

5 Why is there a reduced risk of injury during airbag deployment when using the "push/pull" or "hand-to-hand" steering method?

6 When should you use the "hand-over-hand" steering method?

7 When can you steer with one hand on the steering wheel?

8 When should you use hand-over-hand steering?

9 What should you do if you suddenly lose control of the steering wheel while driving?

10 Never change lanes in traffic without:

11 When should you use your turn signals and brake lights?

12 What should you do if your turn signals and brake lights are not working?

13 When should you use your signal lights? Driving along - When should you use your signal lights?
14 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
15 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
16 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
17 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
18 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
19 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
20 When should you signal before making a turn or changing lane?

21 When should you signal before changing lanes on a freeway?

22 Why is it important to use your turn signals even when you do not see other vehicles around you?

23 When should you signal if you plan to turn after an intersection?

24 How should you warn drivers behind you if you see a collision or hazard ahead on the road?

25 Why should you signal continuously while turning?

26 Why should you use your vehicle's horn?

27 When faced with a potential hazard, it is better to:

28 You should use your horn:

29 You must NOT use your vehicle's horn:

30 When a bus, streetcar, or trolley is stopped at a safety zone or an intersection controlled by an officer or traffic signal, at what speed may you pass?

31 What is the speed limit on county roads unless otherwise posted?

32 What happens if you drive slower than the posted speed limit?

33 When driving slower than other traffic, where should you position your vehicle?

34 What is the speed limit when driving within 500 to 1000 feet of a school where children are present or crossing the street, unless a different limit is posted?

35 What is the designated speed limit for a blind intersection?

36 What is the speed limit for alleys?

37 What is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet of a railroad crossing and cannot see the tracks for 400 feet in both directions?

38 The passing speed limit when a bus, streetcar, or trolley is stopped, and it is safe to pass, is:

39 What is the speed limit in business or residential districts unless otherwise posted?

40 In a heavy rainstorm or snowstorm where visibility is less than 100 feet, what is the recommended maximum driving speed unless otherwise posted?

41 What does California's "Basic Speed Law" state?

42 What tends to cause collisions on the road?

43 When can you receive a speeding ticket, even if you are driving at the posted speed limit?

44 In extremely foggy conditions, if you are driving at 45 mph in a 55 mph zone, you could be cited for:

45 In ideal driving conditions, what is the maximum speed limit you should follow?

46 What is the speed limit at an uncontrolled crossing?

47 When should you increase your following distance from the vehicle ahead?

48 How can you determine if you are following the vehicle ahead at a safe distance?

49 When traveling in a caravan or motorcade outside of a business or residential area, how much distance should you leave between each vehicle to allow other vehicles to enter the line safely? Driving along - When traveling in a caravan or motorcade outside of a business or residential area, how much distance should you leave between each vehicle to allow other vehicles to enter the line safely?
50 What can you do to avoid rear-end collisions when driving behind another car?

51 What should you do if someone is following you too closely (tailgating)? Driving along - What should you do if someone is following you too closely (tailgating)?
52 What should you do to maintain a safe "space cushion" to the front while driving?

53 Why is tailgating dangerous for you?

54 What is the risk of tailgating if the vehicle in front of you brakes suddenly?

55 Why is it important to allow more space in the front when the driver behind you wants to pass?

56 When should you increase your following distance on slippery roads?

57 Why should you allow extra space when following motorcyclists or bicyclists on wet or icy roads, metal surfaces (bridge gratings, railroad tracks, etc.), and gravel?

58 How does carrying a heavy load or towing a trailer affect your vehicle's stopping distance?

59 Why should you allow more space when you see a bus, school bus, or a vehicle with a placard at railroad crossings?

60 When should you increase your following distance when merging onto a freeway?

61 When faced with multiple dangers on the road, what should you do in terms of giving space?

62 To maintain a safe following distance, you should use the "three-second rule." This rule applies to the space ______________ of your vehicle.

63 What should you do in a situation where you are driving in a single lane, and the vehicle ahead of you often slows down without an apparent reason?

64 What should you do to avoid tailgating the vehicle in front of you?

65 For speeds above 30 mph, maintain a ________ second gap between cars during good road conditions. Driving along - For speeds above 30 mph, maintain a ________ second gap between cars during good road conditions.
66 What is the concept of "driving green"?

67 What should you do to maintain enough space on each side of your vehicle?