Driving Safety and Regulations Quiz

What is the best speed to drive when traffic is heavy and moving at 35 mph on a freeway posted for 65 mph?

• 55 mph

• 65 mph

• 35 mph

• 45 mph

What is the maximum jail sentence for driving with an excessive blood-alcohol concentration?

• 12 months

• 9 months

• 6 months

• 3 months

Within how many days must you report a traffic accident in California if it causes $750 in damage?

• 5 days

• 10 days

• 15 days

• 30 days

What should you do if a pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light turns green?

• Wait until the pedestrian crosses

• Turn in a different direction

• Proceed with caution

• Honk to alert the pedestrian

How close must your wheels be to the curb when parallel parking on a level street?

• 12 inches

• 18 inches

• 24 inches

• 36 inches

What is the correct action when you see a signal person at a road construction site?

• Change lanes immediately

• Speed up to pass quickly

• Obey the instructions

• Ignore the signal

When is it safe to return to your lane after passing another vehicle?

• When you are 100 feet ahead

• When you see the vehicle's headlights in your rear-view mirror

• When you reach a speed limit sign

• When the other driver signals you

What should you do if your cell phone rings while driving and you don't have a hands-free device?

• Ask a passenger to answer

• Answer the call

• Pull over to answer

• Let it go to voicemail

What must you do when a school bus with flashing red lights is stopped on your side of the road?

• Honk to alert the driver

• Stop until the lights stop flashing

• Slow down and pass carefully

• Pass quickly

How soon must you notify the DMV if you sell or transfer your vehicle?

• Within 5 days

• Within 3 days

• Within 15 days

• Within 10 days