California Driving Regulations Quiz

Test your knowledge of California traffic laws with this quiz on speed limits, headlights, DUI penalties, and more!

#1

What is the maximum speed limit in California for most urban and residential areas?

45 mph
55 mph
65 mph
70 mph
#2

When must you use your headlights in California?

Only at night
During the day when visibility is less than 1000 feet
When it is raining, snowing, foggy, or misty
Both b and c
#3

What is the fine for the first offense of texting while driving in California?

$100
$150
$200
$250
#4

What should you do if you are involved in a traffic collision in California?

Stay at the scene and exchange information with the other driver(s)
Leave the scene immediately if no one is injured
Call the police only if there are injuries
All of the above
#5

What is the minimum distance you must leave between your vehicle and a fire hydrant when parking in California?

5 feet
10 feet
15 feet
20 feet
#6

What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center line indicate?

You may pass if the way ahead is clear
You may not pass
You may pass with caution
You may pass if you are turning left
#7

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers aged 21 and older in California?

0.05%
0.08%
0.10%
0.15%
#8

What is the minimum age to apply for a driver's license in California?

16 years old
17 years old
18 years old
15 and a half years old
#9

When must children under 8 years old be secured in a child passenger restraint system while riding in a vehicle?

At all times
Only on highways
Only if the vehicle is traveling over 30 mph
Only during rush hour traffic
#10

In California, what should you do if you encounter a school bus with its flashing red lights and stop signal arm extended?

Stop at least 20 feet away from the bus
Slow down and proceed with caution
You can pass if there is a median divider
Ignore the bus if you're in a hurry
#11

When driving on a highway, at what speed must you drive in the absence of posted speed limits in California?

At a speed that is safe and prudent
At a speed no more than 65 mph
At a speed no less than 45 mph
At a speed no more than 55 mph
#12

In California, what is the consequence of refusing to take a chemical test when suspected of driving under the influence?

No consequence
Immediate suspension of driver's license
A warning is issued
Fine and community service
#13

When can you make a legal U-turn in a business district in California?

Whenever you want
At any intersection where a traffic light is not present
Only at intersections with green arrows
When no vehicles are approaching from either direction
#14

In California, what should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

Steer in the direction you want to go
Steer in the opposite direction of the skid
Brake firmly and hold the brake pedal down
Turn off the ignition
#15

In California, what should you do if you encounter a traffic signal that is not functioning?

Treat it as a four-way stop intersection
Proceed without stopping
Speed up to clear the intersection quickly
Follow the flow of traffic without regard to the signal

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