California DMV Permit Test (Class C)Rules of the Road and Right-of-WayHard
You are driving on a two-lane road and need to make a U-turn. There are no signs prohibiting U-turns. What is the minimum distance you must be able to see clearly in both directions to legally make a U-turn?
- A1000 feet
- B500 feet
- C100 feet
- D200 feet
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. 200 feet
California law requires that you must be able to see clearly for at least 200 feet in both directions to legally make a U-turn. This ensures you have sufficient time and space to complete the maneuver safely without impeding oncoming traffic.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. 1000 feet is an unnecessarily long distance for a minimum legal requirement for a U-turn.
- B. While more visibility is always better, 500 feet is not the minimum legal requirement.
- C. 100 feet is insufficient for a safe U-turn maneuver and is not the legal requirement.
U-Turn Visibility Requirement
In California, to legally make a U-turn, you must have an unobstructed view for at least 200 feet in both directions.
- 200 feet minimum visibility
- Applies in both directions
- Ensures safe maneuver
Memory trick: U-turn clear? 200 feet near!