The DMV Drive Test:
Understanding the Driving Performance Evaluation
A service of the California Driver Education Association and Statewide Driving School
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*TRAFFIC CHECK: Driver is observing traffic (vehicle and pedestrian) ahead, to the left, right and rear. Indicated by head and/or eye movement to the left and right and use of mirrors; Yields right-of-way to pedestrians and traffic when appropriate; looks towards other drivers and pedestrians when necessary; Reacts safely to traffic situations - traffic at entrances to roadway, pedestrians, vehicles parking.
*SPEED: Maintains speed without exceeding the speed limit; slows for hazards or obstructions;maintains appropriate speed for traffic conditions (basic speed law).
*SPACING: Leaves space cushion to the front and sides
*LANE POSITION: Keeps in center of lane.