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California Traffic School Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Why is it important to adjust your speed in adverse weather conditions?
Choose one answer below.
A
To save fuel
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B
To avoid accidents
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C
To comply with law enforcement
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D
All of the above
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Do not reverse around a corner when your visibility is limited or blocked:
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A
Without looking
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B
Unless you have someone else directing you
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C
Unless you are driving slow
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D
Without warning
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QUESTION 3 / 25
_____ indicate the center of a two-way road used for two-way traffic.
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A
White lines
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B
Yellow lines
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C
Red lines
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D
Blue lines
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QUESTION 4 / 25
Are passengers allowed to ride in the back of a pickup truck?
Choose one answer below.
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No, it is illegal under all circumstances
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B
Yes, but only if the truck is equipped for such use and it’s safe
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C
Only during daylight hours
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D
Only when traveling under 30 mph
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QUESTION 5 / 25
What percentage of all wrecks occur within 25 miles of home?
Choose one answer below.
A
One quarter
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B
Three quarters
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C
Half
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D
Ten percent
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QUESTION 6 / 25
What is the most common cause of car accidents?
Choose one answer below.
A
Driving under the influence
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B
Reckless driving
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C
Speeding
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D
Distracted driving
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QUESTION 7 / 25
What color paint on a curb indicates no stopping, standing, parking, loading, or unloading?
Choose one answer below.
A
Blue
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B
Red
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C
Yellow
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D
White
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QUESTION 8 / 25
Can a driver be cited for speeding in a construction zone?
Choose one answer below.
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No, if workers are not present
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B
Yes, even if the signs are not present
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C
Only if there is a speed camera
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D
No, if the speed limit is unclear
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QUESTION 9 / 25
What is a common consequence of driving while fatigued?
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Improved focus.
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B
Increased reaction time.
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C
Reduced decision-making ability.
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D
Enhanced awareness of surroundings.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
Who is generally most at risk for pedestrian accidents?
Choose one answer below.
A
Young Adults
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B
Children
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C
The elderly
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D
Senior Citizens
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QUESTION 11 / 25
How can you prevent fatigue while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Drink caffeinated beverages continuously
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B
Take regular breaks and avoid driving during late hours if tired
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C
Open windows for fresh air
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D
Drive in shifts with other passengers
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QUESTION 12 / 25
How many feet before a turn must you signal?
Choose one answer below.
A
At least 50 feet
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B
At least 75 feet
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C
At least 100 feet
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D
At least 150 feet
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QUESTION 13 / 25
Compared to other vehicles traveling at the same speed, large trucks require what for stopping?
Choose one answer below.
A
shorter time.
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B
longer time.
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C
The same time.
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D
variable time based on weight.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
Which of the following is a safe practice for driving at night?
Choose one answer below.
A
Using only parking lights
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B
Keeping the high beams on at all times
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C
Ensuring headlights are clean and properly aimed
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D
Driving faster than the speed limit
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What should you do when merging onto the highway?
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down and wait for a gap
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B
Accelerate to match the speed of traffic
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C
Use your horn to alert other drivers
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D
Merge immediately without checking
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?
Choose one answer below.
A
Steer in the opposite direction of the skid
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B
Brake hard immediately
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C
Steer in the direction you want to go
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D
Accelerate to regain control
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QUESTION 17 / 25
If you notice a vehicle driving the wrong way on a one-way street, what is the best course of action?
Choose one answer below.
A
Attempt to drive around them quickly
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B
Flash your lights and honk your horn
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C
All of the above
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D
Ignore them and continue driving
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What is the primary concern when driving in poorly lit areas?
Choose one answer below.
A
Increased likelihood of animal crossings
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B
Reduced visibility of other vehicles
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C
All of the above
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D
Higher chances of mechanical failure
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QUESTION 19 / 25
True or False: It is illegal to hang items from the rear-view mirror if they can potentially block your view of the environment.
Choose one answer below.
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True
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B
False
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C
Only if they are over a certain size
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D
Only in certain states
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What is a safe practice when driving with cyclists on the road?
Choose one answer below.
A
Maintain a close distance to pass more quickly
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B
Give them plenty of space when passing
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C
Honk your horn to alert them of your presence
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D
Pass them only when you can see no oncoming traffic
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When parking, how far must you be from a fire hydrant?
Choose one answer below.
A
At least 10 feet.
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B
At least 15 feet.
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C
At least 20 feet.
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D
At least 25 feet.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What is the term used for placing your foot over the brake to brake in less time?
Choose one answer below.
A
Breaking
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B
Covering the brake
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C
Pressing the brake
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D
Preparing to brake
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift into neutral and steer to safety
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B
Pump the brakes to try to gain pressure
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C
Turn off the ignition to stop the car
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D
Hope the brakes start working again
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What is the leading cause of death among people ages 15-30 in the United States?
Choose one answer below.
A
Accidental overdoses
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B
Motor vehicle incidents
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C
Suicides
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D
Homicides
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QUESTION 25 / 25
How many days do new residents of California have to obtain a valid California driver's license?
Choose one answer below.
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30 days
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B
10 days
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C
60 days
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D
15 days
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