California Lane Markings Practice Test

Unofficial practice test 30 questions · pass at 80% (24 correct)

1. A single solid white line separates two lanes. What does this line tell you about the traffic in those lanes?

   Both lanes carry traffic moving in the same direction The two lanes carry traffic moving in opposite directions The lane on your left is about to end at the next exit It shows the middle of a road where traffic goes both ways
2. You are on a road with three lanes going your way. What kind of line usually divides these lanes from each other?

   A single solid yellow line Double solid yellow lines A broken yellow line Broken white lines
3. On a two-lane road, the center line on your side is a broken yellow line. A slow vehicle is ahead of you. What does this marking allow?

   You may never pass here, even if the way is clear You may pass when it is safe to do so You may pass only if the slow driver waves you on You may pass only by using the right-hand shoulder
4. Most crosswalks you see are painted with white lines. According to the handbook, what kind of crossing may be painted with yellow crosswalk lines instead?

   A crossing reserved only for bicyclists A crossing that people on foot may not use A crossing near a school, used by students A crossing for farm animals and livestock
5. An intersection has crosswalks painted in a crisscross (diagonal) pattern across the middle. What are these crosswalks for?

   They let pedestrians cross in any direction at the same time They let vehicles turn left on red across the intersection They mark a zone where drivers may stop to load passengers They let pedestrians cross whenever they like, ignoring signals
6. You are on a multilane road. Which lane does the handbook call the passing lane?

   The far-right lane, next to the shoulder Any lane that has the least traffic in it The middle lane, away from both edges The far-left lane, closest to the center divider
7. You have signaled, checked your mirrors and blind spots, and there is enough room in the next lane. Do you need to slow down before changing lanes?

   Yes, always slow down by at least 10 mph No, slowing down first is not necessary Yes, slow almost to a stop before moving over Yes, but only when you are on a freeway
8. Traffic on a busy multilane road is moving steadily. What does the handbook advise about your lane use?

   Move into whichever lane is moving fastest at the moment Change lanes often so other drivers can see you better Keep to one lane as much as you can and avoid weaving Switch lanes every mile to stay out of blind spots
9. You have already started making a right turn at an intersection when you decide you would rather have gone straight. What should you do?

   Stop in the intersection and back up to your lane Swing back into the straight-through lane at once Finish the turn you have started Stop where you are and wait for traffic to clear
10. You want to use a carpool (HOV) lane because you have passengers. How can you find out the minimum number of people required for that lane?

    Read the signs posted on the ramp or roadside Check the back of your vehicle registration card The number is always exactly two, on every lane Ask the nearest driver who is in the carpool lane
11. You are riding a motorcycle by yourself. No sign says anything about motorcycles. May you use a carpool (HOV) lane?

    No, motorcycles are never allowed in HOV lanes Only if you carry a passenger on the motorcycle Only if the motorcycle is electric-powered Yes, motorcycles may use HOV lanes unless posted
12. A two-way street has a center left turn lane. What is this lane meant to be used for?

    Getting ready for and making a left turn or U-turn Passing slower vehicles when the road ahead is clear Driving as a normal through lane during rush hour Stopping briefly to let passengers out of the car
13. You are moving into a center left turn lane to turn left into a parking lot. How far into the lane should your vehicle be?

    Only your front half, so you can get back quickly Fully inside the lane, so you do not block traffic Straddling the line, so both lanes can see you Just past the solid line, with your rear still out
14. How are bicycle lanes typically marked on California roads?

    With double solid yellow lines and raised buttons With a broken yellow line and diamond symbols With a single solid white line and signs With a row of white triangles along the lane
15. A bike lane's solid white line often changes its pattern as it gets close to an intersection. What does it usually change into?

    A double solid white line A dashed (broken) line A solid yellow line A row of raised buttons
16. A bike lane has chevrons or diagonal stripes painted between it and the lane for cars. What is the purpose of these markings?

    They show where cars may park next to the curb They mark a turnout for slow vehicles to use They give the bike lane more separation from traffic They mark a lane that cars may use for passing
17. A bikeway runs beside the street but is divided from car traffic by flexible posts. Which statement about it is correct?

    It is a separated bikeway, meant only for bicyclists It is a turnout where slow cars may pull over briefly It is a shared lane that cars may enter to pass It is an extra lane cars may use during rush hour
18. You see shared roadway bicycle markings painted in a regular traffic lane. What do they tell you?

    Bicycles are not allowed to ride in this lane Only bicycles may use this lane; cars must stay out Cars must stay at least one full lane away from bikes Bicyclists may occupy this lane along with vehicles
19. A designated left turn lane begins ahead, separated from your lane by a solid line until its opening. How should you move into it?

    Cross the solid line as soon as you signal Wait and enter it where the lane opens up Cross the solid line if no one is in the lane Drive over the line slowly with flashers on
20. You are turning right from a two-way street onto another two-way street with two lanes in each direction. No signs or arrows allow turning into other lanes. Which lane should you end in?

    The lane farthest from the curb Whichever lane has the least traffic Either lane, as long as you signal The lane closest to the right edge
21. You plan to turn left from a two-way street that has two lanes in each direction. No signs or arrows allow other lanes. Which lane should you start the turn from?

    The left lane, the one nearest the street's center The right lane, closest to the curb Either lane, if you signal 100 feet ahead Whichever lane is moving fastest
22. Starting from a two-way street, you turn left onto a one-way street that has three lanes going your way. No signs or arrows say otherwise. Which lane may you end your turn in?

    Only the far-left lane Only the middle lane Any lane that is open Only the far-right lane
23. You are on a one-way street and are turning right onto another one-way street. You start in the far-right lane. Which lane may you end the turn in?

    Only the far-left lane of the new street Any lane, as long as it is safe Only the center lane of the new street Only a lane marked for turning traffic
24. You are on an on-ramp about to merge onto a highway. How fast should you be going as you merge?

    At or near the speed of highway traffic Well below the speed of highway traffic At least 10 mph faster than highway traffic At a full stop until a large gap appears
25. You have just merged onto a freeway, and you need to move over three lanes to the left. How should you do it?

    Cut across all three lanes in one smooth move Move over two lanes, then signal for the third Signal once and cross all lanes while it blinks Signal and move over one lane at a time
26. You are leaving a freeway, and a solid white line separates your lane from the off-ramp lane. What does the handbook say?

    Cross the line if you signal for five seconds Cross the line if no one is on the off-ramp Do not cross the solid line to exit Cross the line only after slowing down
27. You are stuck behind a slow car on a two-lane road. There is a wide dirt area beside the road on the right. May you use it to get around the car?

    Yes, if you signal before you leave the pavement No, never leave the paved road to pass Yes, if the dirt area is wide enough for your car Yes, if the slow car is going under the limit
28. You are driving around a roundabout behind a vehicle that is moving more slowly than you would like. What should you do?

    Pass the vehicle on its left side Pass the vehicle on its right side Stop and wait for the car to exit Stay behind it; do not pass
29. In a highway work zone, a line of cones and drums is closing your lane ahead. How should you merge into the open lane?

    Go around the drums on the shoulder Weave through gaps between the cones Merge when safe, not crossing the cones Drive to the last cone, then cut over
30. You must drive in heavy fog on a multilane highway. What does the handbook say about changing lanes and passing?

    Avoid them unless it is absolutely necessary Change lanes often to find the clearest lane Pass slower cars quickly to reduce your time in fog Use the shoulder as a lane if fog is thick

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