When weather requires windshield wipers, drivers must turn on low-beam headlights.

You must look over your shoulder to check your blind spots before moving into another lane.

A left turn on red is allowed only from a one-way street onto another one-way street, unless a sign prohibits it, after yielding.

California requires a DMV report within 10 days when injury, death, or property damage over $1,000 occurs.

When parking downhill, turn your wheels toward the curb so the vehicle rolls away from traffic if the brakes fail.

The driver on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.

You must pull to the right edge of the road and stop until the emergency vehicle passes.

California guidance requires maintaining at least three feet between your vehicle and a bicyclist when possible.

If you miss a turn, keep driving until you can safely and legally turn around. Do not make last-minute moves.

A green curb means parking is allowed for a limited time, as posted or painted on the curb.

A properly parallel-parked vehicle should be parallel and within 18 inches of the curb.

A white curb allows stopping only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers.

Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction you want the vehicle to go while avoiding sudden braking.

DMV may take action against a driver’s privilege if the driver has too many points from collisions or traffic violations.

It is illegal to follow within 300 feet of an emergency vehicle with its siren or flashing lights on.

The knowledge test checks your understanding of California traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving rules.

You must make a full stop before the crosswalk, limit line, or intersection and check traffic before proceeding.

The usual speed limit in California residential and business districts is 25 mph unless signs show otherwise.

California guidance says to signal about 100 feet before turning.

Drivers must be financially responsible for damages or injuries they may cause while driving.

Drivers involved in a collision must stop, assist if necessary, exchange information, and report when required.

A driver must provide a driver’s license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration when stopped.

Treat a nonworking traffic signal as an all-way stop and proceed cautiously when safe.

A right turn on red is allowed only after a complete stop, unless prohibited by a sign, and only after yielding.

Before backing, check traffic, mirrors, and blind spots, and look over your shoulder for vehicles and pedestrians.

You should only cross railroad tracks when there is enough room to completely clear them.

A red curb means no stopping, standing, or parking, except for buses where specifically marked.

A left turn should usually begin from the lane closest to the center divider or from a designated left-turn lane.

High beams must be dimmed to low beams within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle.

During a stop, signal, move to the right shoulder, stop safely, remain in the vehicle unless told otherwise, and keep hands visible.

Applicants are generally allowed three attempts to pass the knowledge test before they must reapply.

Flashing red lights at a railroad crossing mean stop and wait until it is safe and the warning has ended.

A center left turn lane may be used only for preparing to turn and may not be driven in for more than 200 feet.

U-turns are never allowed at or on a railroad crossing.

Drivers may enter a bicycle lane only in limited cases, such as making a turn within 200 feet of an intersection after checking for bicyclists.

California’s underage alcohol rule prohibits drivers under 21 from driving with a BAC of 0.01% or higher.

Drivers must dim high beams within 300 feet of a vehicle they are following.

A broken yellow line next to your lane means you may pass if it is safe and legal.

A yellow curb is for loading and unloading passengers or freight, subject to posted time limits.

Keeping enough space helps you stop safely. The handbook commonly uses a three-second space as a safe following guide.

Drivers must slow down and be prepared to stop for children in or near crosswalks.

For drivers age 21 or older, California’s illegal BAC level is 0.08% or higher.

Avoid looking directly at the lights. Look toward the right edge of your lane and continue carefully.

A flashing red light means stop. After stopping, proceed only when safe.

The California Driver’s Handbook lists the speed limit in an alley as 15 mph.

A YIELD sign means slow down and be ready to stop for vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians before proceeding.