California DMV Permit Test (Class C)Rules of the Road and Right-of-WayHard
You are driving on a street and need to make a U-turn. There is a sign that says 'NO U-TURN' posted at the intersection. Additionally, you are in a business district. Under what conditions, if any, can you legally make a U-turn?
- AYou can make a U-turn if there is no oncoming traffic and it is safe.
- BYou can make a U-turn only if the sign explicitly states 'NO U-TURN EXCEPT BUSINESS DISTRICT'.
- CYou cannot legally make a U-turn under these circumstances.
- DYou can make a U-turn if you are turning onto a street with multiple lanes.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. You cannot legally make a U-turn under these circumstances.
In California, U-turns are illegal at any intersection where a 'NO U-TURN' sign is posted. Additionally, U-turns are generally illegal in a business district unless at an intersection controlled by a traffic light and there is no sign prohibiting it.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Safety alone does not override a posted 'NO U-TURN' sign or the general prohibition in business districts.
- B. Such a specific sign is highly unlikely; general rules apply.
- D. The number of lanes on the destination street does not make an otherwise illegal U-turn legal.
U-Turn Restrictions
U-turns are generally prohibited where signs forbid them, in business districts (unless at a traffic-controlled intersection with no sign), and when unsafe or interfering with traffic.
- Illegal with 'NO U-TURN' sign.
- Illegal in business districts (exceptions apply).
- Illegal across a double yellow line if unsafe.
- Illegal on a one-way street.
Memory trick: U-turn rules, don't be a fool, check the signs, stay cool.