Road Signs
This sign shape is usually used for stop signs.
Octagon
This is the speed limit in most California residential areas (unless posted otherwise).
25 mph
You should do this every time before changing lanes.
Check mirrors and blindspots
At a 4-way stop, this car goes first.
First car to arrive
The light turns yellow as you approach an intersection. You are far away.
Slow down and prepare to stop
A red circle with a line through it means this
Do Not
This is how far you should stay behind the car in front of you (general rule).
3 seconds
This helps reduce crashes when driving in rain or fog.
Slow down and increase following distance
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
Pedestrians
You miss your exit on the freeway
Continue driving and take the next exit
A yellow diamond-shaped sign usually means this.
Warning
You must always do this when a school bus has flashing red lights.
Stop in both directions
Biggest distraction while driving
Texting/cell phones
When turning left you must yield to this
Oncoming traffic
Another driver is tailgating you
Stay calm, maintain speed and safely move over when possible
This sign tells you you can not enter
"Do Not Enter" sign
This is the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers 21+ in California.
0.08%
This is what you should do before reversing
Check behind you and use mirrors and cameras
At an uncontrolled intersection, you must yield to this
Vehicles already in the intersection
Your tire blows out while driving
Stay calm, hold the steering wheel, and slowly pull over safely