Safe drivingQuestion 165 of 229

Where are the blind spots of most vehicles?

  1. At the sides, slightly behind the driver
  2. Directly in front of the hood
  3. Directly behind the rear bumper
  4. Above the windshield
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Correct answer: At the sides, slightly behind the driver

Blind spots are areas you cannot see in the mirrors or straight ahead. For most cars they are beside and a little behind you.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 8. Safe Driving: Blind Spots, page 58

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026