★ California Traffic School Test Answers 1

When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way?
A.) Vehicle on the left.
B.) Vehicle on the right.
C.) Neither

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Vehicle on the left.

EXPLANATION: When two vehicles enter an intersection, that is not controlled by a traffic sign or signal from different highways at the same time, vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way to vehicle on the right.

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When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, who has the right-of-way?
A.) The driver on the right
B.) The driver on the left
C.) Anyone

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The driver on the right

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Any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway is called ___________.
A.) An intersection
B.) A U-turn
C.) A driveway
D.) A freeway

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An intersection

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What is it called when a police officer slows on the freeway and drives across all lanes of traffic?
A.) Fog lights
B.) Traffic breaks
C.) Interchange
D.) SIPDE

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Traffic breaks

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Changing lanes in the middle of an intersection is illegal.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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FALSE

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When a traffic signal is not working, you must stop as if there were a stop sign.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

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If traffic signals are out of order, stop as you would for a __________
If a traffic signal is out of order, you should:
A.) Yield the right-of-way to all traffic making a left turn.
B.) Stop as you would for a four-way Stop sign.
C.) Continue on cautiously without stopping.

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Stop as you would for a four-way Stop sign.

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When approaching a crosswalk where a blind pedestrian is waiting to cross, you must stop:
A.) At the crosswalk and then tell the pedestrian when to cross the street
B.) At the crosswalk and wait for the pedestrian to cross the street
C.) More than five feet from the crosswalk so the pedestrian will not be distracted by the sound of your engine

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At the crosswalk and wait for the pedestrian to cross the street

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What kind of cane will a blind person carry?
A.) A white cane with a red tip
B.) A brown cane with a white tip
C.) None

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A white cane with a red tip

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When a blind person pulls in his or her cane and steps away from the intersection, this gesture usually means for you to go.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

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It is not recommended to give a blind pedestrian verbal directions at crosswalks because they listen to all traffic sounds before deciding to cross the street.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

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At an unmarked crosswalk, which of the following has the right-of-way?
A.) The pedestrian
B.) The driver
C.) Neither
D.) Both

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The pedestrian

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Which of the following has the right-of-way at all times?
A.) A blind person
B.) The driver
C.) Neither

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A blind person

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When can you disobey a traffic control signal?
A.) When no one is looking
B.) When instructed by law enforcement
C.) Between 5:00 pm - 7:00 am
D.) Never

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Never

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Right-of-way rules, together with courtesy and common sense, help promote traffic safety.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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TRUE

EXPLANATION: Right of Way Rules - Together with courtesy and common sense, help promote traffic safety. Always respect the right of way of others, especially of pedestrians, motorcycle riders, and bicycle riders. Never Assume other will give you the right of way.

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When driving, a general rule is see and be ____________.
A.) Seen
B.) Heard
C.) recorded

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Seen

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When should you increase your following distance to four seconds?
A.) When being tailgated
B.) When following a motorcycle
C.) When towing a trailer
D.) All of the above

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All of the above

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How frequently should you take breaks when driving long distances?
A.) Every 3 hours
B.) Every 2 hours
C.) Every 30 minutes
D.) Every 4 hours

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Every 2 hours

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Which of the following is a common driver distraction?
A.) Eating
B.) Cell phones
C.) Passengers
D.) All of the above

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All of the above

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The legal way to use a cell phone while driving in California is:
A.) By holding one hand on the steering wheel and the other on the phone
B.) When using a hands free listening and talking device
C.) While driving less than 15 miles per hour

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When using a hands free listening and talking device

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In California it is illegal to?
A.) Ride a bicycle wearing a music earphone in just one ear
B.) Jog on the sidewalk wearing music headphones in both ears
C.) Operate a motor vehicle wearing earphones in both ears
D.) Ride a motorcycle with speakers

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Operate a motor vehicle wearing earphones in both ears

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Manual texting while driving in California is ___________.
A.) Illegal for ALL drivers
B.) Illegal, but only for drivers under 18
C.) Illegal, but only for drivers under 21
D.) Legal for all drivers, but STRONGLY discouraged

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Illegal for ALL drivers

EXPLANATION: Texting takes too much attention away from driving, thereby placing you and others in peril.

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In California, which of the following is illegal to use while driving?
A.) A hand held cell phone
B.) Hands free device
C.) Neither

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A hand held cell phone

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If you are being followed by an aggressive driver, what should you do?
A.) honk your horn
B.) move to the right
C.) call the police
D.) move to the left

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call the police

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Which of the following is a characteristic of aggressive driving?
A.) Following the three-second-rule
B.) Weaving in and out of traffic
C.) Staying in your lane
D.) Using your turn signals

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Weaving in and out of traffic

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What is the difference between road rage and aggressive driving?
A.) Road rage is a criminal act
B.) Aggressive driving is a traffic offense
C.) Both A and B

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Both A and B

EXPLANATION: Aggressive driving is a traffic offense; road rage is a criminal offense. Aggressive driving leads to road rage.

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One of the best ways to avoid an aggressive driver is by ___________.
A.) Avoiding eye contact
B.) Challenging them
C.) Cutting him off

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Avoiding eye contact

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Planning and budgeting your time will NOT give you more flexibility and help reduce stress when driving on the roadway.
A.) TRUE
B.) FALSE

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FALSE

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What should you do if a stranger offers to help you?
A.) Roll down your window and tell them you are ok
B.) Unlock your doors
C.) Keep your windows up and doors locked
D.) Scream at them

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Roll down your window and tell them you are ok

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All vehicles on the road must be equipped with a horn that can be heard from a minimum of ____ feet away.
A.) 200
B.) 500
C.) 30
D.) 1000

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200

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When you want to turn, how far from your turn must you signal?
A.) 300 feet
B.) 200 feet
C.) 100 feet
D.) 50 feet

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100 feet

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Smoking with a minor in the car is ___________.
A.) Legal
B.) Illegal
C.) Safe
D.) Healthy

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Illegal

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Which of the following is a common mistake made when installing a child's car seat?
A.) Not attaching the seat tightly to the vehicle
B.) Not fastening the harness tightly enough
C.) Not using the chest clip or using it incorrectly
D.) All of the above

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All of the above

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Perception Distance + Reaction Distance + Braking Distance equals:
A.) Braking distance
B.) Reaction distance
C.) Perception distance
D.) Total stopping distance

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Total stopping distance

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Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit while driving in an alley?
A.) 15 mph
B.) 25 mph
C.) 35 mph
D.) 65 mph

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15 mph

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California drivers under the age of 18 may use a cell phone while driving as long as hands-free equipment is being used.
A.) True
B.) False

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FALSE

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Using a cell phone while driving results in a lower level of driving performance and increased risk of collision, even if the driver is using a hands-free device.
A.) True
B.) False

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TRUE

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In all recorded cases of driver aggression, the driver had a history of violence, involvement with crime, or substance abuse.
A.) True
B.) False

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FALSE

EXPLANATION: Road rage has occurred in the case of drivers with no criminal record. Road rage can affect any driver.

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Drivers in California are prohibited from wearing headphones or earplugs while driving.
A.) True
B.) False

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True

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The law permits only bicycle or motorcycle drivers to wear stereo headphones while operating the vehicle.
A.) True
B.) False

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FALSE

EXPLANATION: It is illegal to cover both ears with headphones while driving any type of vehicle.

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True or False: A driver under the age of 18 may drive a motor vehicle while using a cellular phone as long as it is equipped with a hands-free device.
A.) True
B.) False

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FALSE

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When is it appropriate to sound your vehicle’s horn?
A.) To alert another driver to their driving mistakes
B.) To encourage another driver to pull over so you can pass them
C.) To avoid accidents by alerting other drivers to your presence
D.) All of the above

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To avoid accidents by alerting other drivers to your presence

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Honking, making rude gestures, and yelling at other drivers are all indications of _____.
A.) Defensive Driving
B.) Drunk Driving
C.) Road Rage
D.) Distracted Driving

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Road Rage

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According to the text, which of the following is an effective way to reduce stress while driving?
A.) Leave extra time for your trip
B.) Drive with your windows down
C.) Listen to loud music
D.) Ignore other drivers on the road

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Leave extra time for your trip

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This should be the first step exercised when attempting to avoid an aggressive driver.
A.) signal them they are too close by pressing your brake 3 times quickly
B.) stop them from passing you
C.) slow down or stop to the side if needed to allow them to pass you SAFELY
D.) speed up and move away from them
E.) call and inform the law enforcement

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slow down or stop to the side if needed to allow them to pass you SAFELY

EXPLANATION: Road rage often ends up tailgating other vehicles. If you find a vehicle to your bumper, the bumper, the best option is to slow down and give them room so they can pass. Another thing you can do is to change lanes. If this doesn't work you should pull over to the side of the road completely and stop. Be sure the tailgate has passed you before you get back on the road.