Drivers Test: Lane Changing and Right of Way Rules

to slow down, shift right to lane 3

A vehicle should change lanes depending on its speed. Lane 2 is suitable for vehicles running at a medium pace.

A vehicle should shift:

left to lane 1 if it increases speed.
right to lane 3 if it has to slow down.

the vehicle facing downhill

The vehicle facing downhill must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going uphill can pass. The vehicle facing downhill has better control when backing up the hill.

TRUE

A pedestrian is a person on foot or who uses a conveyance like roller skates, skateboard, etc., other than a bicycle.

If you are towing a vehicle or driving a bus, you should drive on the lane closest to the right edge of the road.

If you are towing a vehicle or driving a bus, you should drive on the lane closest to the right edge of the road.

to allow cars behind you to pass

Special “turnout” areas or lanes are sometimes marked on two-lane roads. Drive into these areas to allow cars behind you to pass.

Before changing lanes, signal, look in all your mirrors, and:

• Check traffic behind and beside you.

• Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to make sure the lane you want is clear.

• Check for vehicles, motorcyclists, and bicycle traffic in your blind spot.

• Be sure there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

look over your right shoulder, slow down, take the turn

Before turning right, look over your right shoulder to scan for bicyclists/motorcyclists and pedestrians. Slow down your vehicle and take the right turn.

the left lane (the lane numbered 1)

Stop and give way to traffic and pedestrians

the right shoulder of the road

traffic delays or a collision

pedestrians

FALSE

You should give the right of way to emergency vehicles when their sirens and lights are o

Use the turnout lanes to let the vehicles behind you pass when:

• you are driving slowly on a two-lane highway or road where passing is unsafe

• five or more vehicles are following you

A driver changes lanes when he/she is:

1. Switching to a new lane

2. Entering and exiting the freeway

3. Entering the road from a curb or shoulder

Motorists can use the bike lane when they have to:

• park

• enter or leave a roadway

• prepare for a turn from an intersection

when entering or leaving a driveway or alley

ensure the left lane is free from traffic

No

California Vehicle Code (CVC) 21651 (a) prohibits drivers from driving on or crossing over the dividing section on a divided roadway.

Lane Straddling refers to driving over a marked line as opposed to driving in between two marked lines.

Lane Straddling is an offense under CVC 21658.

the right-hand lane of the roadway

from the far left lane

To make a left turn from a two-way street:

1. Begin in the lane closest to the centerline and

2. Start your turn just before the front of your car reaches the center of the intersection.

wait for the vehicle to back up until you can pass safely

The vehicle facing downhill must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going uphill can pass.

Do not pass a vehicle on the left lane when:

• approaching within 100 feet of a railroad crossing

• approaching within 100 feet of an intersection.

• your view is obstructed within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel

• approaching the top of a grade, or on a curve

3. when you see both headlights in your rearview mirror

When you can see both headlights of the vehicle you just passed in your rearview mirror, you may have enough room to return to your driving lane. Don’t try to pass several vehicles at once or wait for other drivers will make room for you.

A. Look over your left shoulder for a left lane change and your right shoulder for a right lane change.

TRUE

There is no ‘best lane position’ for a motorcyclist.

Position yourself in the lane that allows the most visibility and space around you.

yes unless otherwise posted

A carpool lane or high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane is a special freeway lane used only for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or vehicles with low-emission decals.