Two vehicles approach an uncontrolled four-way intersection from crossing roads. They arrive at the same time and both plan to go straight. Which driver must yield?
Correct answer: The driver on the left
At simultaneous arrival, yield to the vehicle on your right. This resolves the conflict even when both drivers plan to go straight. Never assume the other driver will yield; wait if needed to prevent a collision.
Source: Section 7 — Right-of-Way Rules: Intersections ↗
What minimum distance before a turn does the DMV recommend for signaling?
Correct answer: 100 feet
Signal at least 100 feet before turning to give other road users advance notice of your intention. Signal even when you do not see another vehicle, and cancel the signal once the turn is complete so it does not mislead others.
Source: Section 5 — Signals, Horns, And Headlights: Signaling ↗
After stopping at a solid circular red light, which left turn may be allowed if no sign prohibits it and the way is clear?
Correct answer: From a one-way street onto another one-way street
Only the one-way-to-one-way case qualifies. Stop and yield before turning; a red arrow does not allow the turn.
Source: Section 6 — Left Turn Against a Red Light ↗
Where is a U-turn always prohibited?
Correct answer: On a one-way street
A U-turn on a one-way street would put you against the permitted direction of traffic. Continue to a route where you can change direction legally.
Source: Section 6 — U-TURN ↗
What is the minimum clear-view distance needed in each direction before a U-turn?
Correct answer: 200 feet
A U-turn is prohibited when you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in both directions.
Source: Section 6 — U-TURN ↗
Two vehicles approach an uncontrolled four-way intersection from crossing roads. Both plan to go straight, and one arrives before the other. Who normally goes first?
Correct answer: The vehicle that arrives first
When arrivals are at different times, the first vehicle normally goes first. The yield-to-the-right rule resolves simultaneous arrivals; still be ready to yield to prevent a collision.
Source: Section 7 — Right-of-Way Rules: Intersections ↗
When entering a highway from an on-ramp, who has the right-of-way?
Correct answer: Traffic already on the highway
Traffic already on the highway has priority. A turn signal announces your intent but does not reserve a gap; adjust your speed and enter only when there is enough room.
Source: Section 6 — Merging And Exiting: Merging ↗
When leaving a driveway to enter a road, who must you yield to?
Correct answer: Vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians already using the road or sidewalk
A driver entering traffic from a driveway must yield to road users and pedestrians already occupying the path.
Source: Section 7 — Right-of-Way Rules: Intersections ↗
You are turning left without a protected arrow. An oncoming car would have to brake for you. What should you do?
Correct answer: Wait for a safe gap before turning
Yield to approaching traffic close enough to conflict with your turn. Signaling or arriving first does not require that driver to brake for you.
Source: Section 7 — Right-of-Way Rules: Intersections, turning left ↗
Your light turns green, but stopped traffic leaves no space beyond the intersection. What should you do?
Correct answer: Wait until you can clear the intersection
Green does not guarantee room to exit. Waiting prevents your vehicle from blocking crossing traffic or pedestrians if the queue stays stopped.
Source: Section 7 — Solid Green Light; Right-of-Way Rules: Intersections, entering traffic ↗
You are outside an intersection when an emergency vehicle approaches with its siren and red lights. What should you do?
Correct answer: Drive to the right edge and stop
Move safely to the right edge and stop until the emergency vehicle passes.
Source: Section 7 — Emergency Vehicles ↗
You are inside an intersection when an ambulance approaches with its siren and red lights on. What should you do?
Correct answer: Clear the intersection, then move right and stop when safe
Stopping inside the intersection can obstruct the ambulance's route. Clear the intersection first, then move safely to the right and remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed.
Source: Section 7 — Emergency Vehicles: already in an intersection ↗
What minimum following distance is required behind an emergency vehicle using its siren or flashing lights?
Correct answer: 300 feet
California prohibits following within 300 feet of an emergency vehicle using sirens or flashing lights.
Source: Section 7 — Emergency Vehicles ↗
A school bus flashes yellow lights. You should:
Correct answer: Slow down and prepare to stop
Yellow lights warn that the bus is preparing to stop.
Source: Section 7 — Around Children ↗
A school bus ahead of you in your direction of travel stops with red lights flashing. What must you do?
Correct answer: Stop until the red lights stop and children have crossed safely
Remain stopped while the red lights flash and allow children to finish crossing safely.
Source: Section 7 — Around Children ↗
A stopped school bus has red lights flashing on the opposite roadway. On which road can the opposite-direction stopping exception apply?
Correct answer: A divided highway, or a highway with at least two lanes in each direction
The exception is for the other roadway of a divided highway or a road with at least two lanes in each direction; it does not cover a bus ahead on your own roadway.
Source: CVC 22454(b) — Other-roadway school bus exception ↗
When warning lights flash at a railroad crossing, when may you proceed?
Correct answer: After the red lights stop flashing and it is safe
Wait for the red lights to stop flashing, any gates to be fully raised, and a clear, safe route across the tracks.
Source: Section 7 — Near Railroad or Light Rail Tracks ↗
When warned that a train is approaching, what minimum distance must you leave from the nearest rail when stopping?
Correct answer: 15 feet
Stop at least 15 feet from the nearest track.
Source: Section 7 — Near Railroad or Light Rail Tracks ↗
Near an uncontrolled railroad crossing with limited visibility, when does the 15 mph rule apply?
Correct answer: Within 100 feet when you cannot see 400 feet in both directions
Drive no faster than 15 mph within 100 feet when track visibility is under 400 feet both ways, unless the crossing is controlled.
Source: Section 7 — Near Railroad Tracks; Buses, Streetcars, and Trolleys; Large Vehicles; Bicycles ↗
You are waiting to turn left across oncoming traffic. How should you position your front wheels before a safe gap opens?
Correct answer: Keep them straight until you are ready to turn
Straight wheels reduce the risk of being pushed into opposing traffic if struck from behind.
Source: Section 6 — Center Left Turn Lanes; Left Turns; Passing; Exiting a Highway ↗
Before entering a roundabout, who has the right-of-way?
Correct answer: Traffic already circulating in the roundabout
Slow down and yield to all traffic already circulating before entering a safe gap.
Source: Section 7 — Roundabouts ↗
What should you do if you miss your intended exit in a roundabout?
Correct answer: Continue around until you reach the exit again
Continue in the roundabout's normal direction and take the exit on the next circuit. Do not stop, reverse, or make a sudden crossing of another lane to recover a missed exit.
Source: Section 7 — Roundabouts ↗
Traffic is backed up beyond railroad tracks. When may you begin crossing?
Correct answer: Only when there is enough room to clear every track
Traffic ahead may stop again and leave your vehicle trapped on the tracks. Before entering, make sure the space beyond all tracks can hold your entire vehicle. A raised gate or a moving car ahead does not guarantee that space.
Source: Section 7 — Near Railroad or Light Rail Tracks ↗
How should you respond to an organized funeral procession led by a traffic officer?
Correct answer: Yield and do not interrupt the procession
The procession has the right-of-way, and interrupting it can result in a citation.
Source: Section 7 — Other Important Roadway Information: funeral processions ↗
A light turns green, but a pedestrian is still in your path. What should you do?
Correct answer: Yield until the path is clear
A green signal never removes the duty to yield to people or vehicles still in the intersection.
Source: Traffic Signals — Solid Green Light ↗
A green arrow points left. Before making the protected turn, you must still:
Correct answer: Yield to anyone remaining in the intersection
The arrow protects the movement, but drivers must avoid pedestrians or vehicles already present.
Source: Traffic Signals — Green Arrow ↗
Every signal head at an intersection is dark. What control should you apply?
Correct answer: Treat every approach as having a stop sign
An inoperative signalized intersection is treated as an all-way stop.
Source: Traffic Signals — Traffic Light Not Working ↗
Do pedestrians have a crosswalk only where white lines are painted?
Correct answer: No; crosswalks may be marked or unmarked
Most intersections have crosswalks even when they are not painted.
Source: Pedestrian Rules — Crosswalks ↗
You are waiting to turn left. An oncoming car signals right and slows down. When should you turn?
Correct answer: Wait until it starts turning and your path is safe
The signal could be accidental or intended for a later driveway. Slowing alone does not confirm the turn. Watch the car's movement and check that your whole path is clear.
Source: Section 6 — Crossing or Entering Traffic: oncoming right-turn signal ↗
An officer directs you to wait although your signal is green. What should you do?
Correct answer: Follow the officer’s direction and wait
An officer directing traffic overrides the ordinary signal instruction.
Source: Emergency Vehicles — Officer Directions ↗
A school crossing guard directs you to stop. What should you do?
Correct answer: Stop and follow the guard’s directions
Follow school safety patrol and crossing guard directions; children can enter your path unexpectedly.
Source: Around Children ↗
A person using a wheelchair is crossing in the crosswalk you are approaching. How should you respond?
Correct answer: Yield and allow the person to finish crossing safely
A person with a disability using a wheelchair is included among pedestrians or vulnerable road users.
Source: Pedestrians — persons using wheelchairs ↗
A pedestrian is already crossing the roadway ahead where there is no crosswalk. What must you do?
Correct answer: Use caution, slow or stop as needed so the pedestrian can finish safely
A missing crosswalk is not permission to endanger someone in the roadway. Respond to the actual hazard.
Source: Pedestrians — crossing with or without a crosswalk ↗
