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Turns and lanesQuestion 71 of 229

How far must you see in each direction before a U-turn?

  1. 50 feet
  2. 100 feet
  3. 1,000 feet
  4. 200 feet
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Correct answer: 200 feet

Never make a U-turn when you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in each direction.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 6. Navigating the Roads: U-Turn, page 20

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026