Parking & Turns - DRIVING INSTRUCTOR CA

Parking & Turns #1

Learn the basics of safe parking, turning, and simple intersection procedures.

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Which of the following conditions makes a U-turn illegal?

When turning on a green light at an intersection

When there are no approaching vehicles within 200 feet in a residential area

When using an opening in a divided highway

When there’s a “NO U-TURN” sign posted

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What does a blue curb marking mean?

Free parking for electric vehicles.

Short-term visitor parking only.

Parking for buses only.

Parking for vehicles displaying a disabled person placard or license plate.

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How far in advance can you legally drive in a bicycle lane when preparing for a right turn?

Up to 200 feet before the turn

Up to 50 feet before the turn

Only once you begin turning

Up to 100 feet before the turn

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When the right-turn signal displays a red arrow, when are you allowed to turn right?

You are not allowed to turn right under any condition while the red arrow is on

When there is no cross traffic approaching

After making a full stop and checking for pedestrians

After yielding to vehicles in the intersection

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Before making a turn at an intersection, which directions should you look to make sure the road is clear?

Only in the direction you are turning

Left–right–left

Right–left–right

Left only

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When making a U-turn in a residential district, how far must approaching vehicles be before it’s legal to turn?

At least 100 feet away

At least 200 feet away

At least 150 feet away

At least 250 feet away

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Where should you stop your vehicle before making a right turn at an intersection with no limit line?

In the middle of the intersection

Directly in the crosswalk

At the edge of the intersection

Before entering the crosswalk

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When you start backing into a parallel parking space, about what angle should your vehicle enter the space?

As sharply as possible to fit into the space.

About a 45-degree angle toward the curb.

About a 90-degree angle toward the curb.

Straight back with no steering.

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Before backing into a parallel parking space, what is the safest step to take right after stopping beside the car in front of the space?

Turn off your signal so you don’t confuse other drivers.

Move slightly forward before you start backing in.

Turn your wheels sharply toward the curb and begin reversing immediately.

Check your mirrors and look over your shoulder for approaching traffic and pedestrians.

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What does a white curb marking mean?

You may park for any amount of time if you stay in the vehicle.

Stop only for commercial loading.

Parking is not allowed at any time.

Stop only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers.

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When parking uphill or downhill on a road without a curb, how should you position your front wheels?

Always turn them toward the center of the road.

Keep them straight to avoid tire wear.

Keep them parallel to the edge of the road.

Always away from the road — turn them toward the shoulder.

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What does a green curb marking indicate?

You can park freely after business hours.

You may park for a limited time, as posted by signs or curb markings.

Stop only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers.

Parking is allowed only for disabled drivers.

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When preparing to make a left turn, where should your vehicle be positioned?

Anywhere as long as your signal is on

In the middle of the intersection

Near the right curb

Close to the center divider or in the designated left-turn lane

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In California, where is it legal to make a U-turn?

In front of a fire station driveway

Across a double yellow line when it’s safe

On a one-way street

On a railroad crossing

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Which statement is true about making a right turn on a red light in California?

You may turn only when the green arrow appears

You must wait for a flashing yellow light before turning

You may turn after a complete stop unless a sign prohibits it

You may turn without stopping if the way is clear

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When making a right turn from a two-way street, what is the correct lane use?

Start from the middle lane if traffic is light

Start in the left lane and end in the right lane

Swing wide into the next lane after turning

Start and finish in the lane closest to the right edge of the road

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Where are U-turns specifically prohibited in California?

On divided highways that have a median opening

On residential streets with no traffic present

On one-way streets, railroad crossings, and in business districts (except at intersections or designated openings)

At intersections controlled by green arrows

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A yellow curb marking is used for what type of parking?

Passenger loading only.

Disabled parking only.

Freight or passenger loading and unloading, following time limits.

No stopping or standing.

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What does a red curb indicate?

Stop briefly to load passengers only.

Stop only for emergency vehicles.

No stopping, standing, or parking at any time (except buses in bus zones).

Parking is allowed only with hazard lights on.

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When parking uphill on a street with a curb, which way should your front wheels be turned?

Away from the curb.

Toward the curb.

Straight ahead.

Toward the shoulder.

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These practice questions focus on California parking and turns rules commonly tested on the DMV written exam.

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