Pre-Assessment CA DMV Laws

What does a red traffic light signify?

• Proceed with caution.

• Stop.

• Yield to pedestrians only.

• Speed up.

What should you do if you see a stop sign at an intersection?

• Slow down and proceed when safe.

• Come to a complete stop and proceed when it's safe.

• Honk before proceeding.

• Stop only if other vehicles are present.

Which of the following is true about California's "Basic Speed Law"?

• You should always drive at the posted speed limit.

• You can drive faster than the posted speed limit if you are passing another vehicle.

• You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

• The law only applies at night.

What does a yellow traffic light mean?

• Stop immediately.

• Yield to all traffic.

• Proceed with caution.

• The light is broken.

In California, what is the legal minimum following distance under normal driving conditions?

• 1 second

• 2 seconds

• 3 seconds

• 5 seconds

When are you allowed to pass another vehicle on the right?

• When the vehicle ahead is making a left turn and there is room to pass.

• On a one-way street.

• Whenever you are in a hurry.

• Both A and B are correct.

What is the purpose of driver's education?

• To learn how to drive aggressively.

• To prepare new drivers by teaching them driving laws, skills, and responsibilities.

• To learn how to fix cars.

• To meet friends.

What does a solid white line on the road indicate?

• Traffic is moving in opposite directions.

• Lane changes are discouraged.

• Lane changes are recommended.

• Pedestrian crossing.

What should you do when you hear a siren but cannot see the emergency vehicle?

• Speed up to clear traffic.

• Pull over to the side of the road and stop.

• Continue driving at the same speed.

• Stop your vehicle immediately.

At an intersection with a four-way stop, who goes first?

• The driver who stops first.

• The driver on the left.

• The driver on the right.

• The fastest vehicle.