California DMV Permit Practice Test

You want to pass a bicyclist riding on the right edge of your lane. You:

Must not squeeze past the bicyclist

Making U-turns is not legal in which of the following areas?

Near a crest of a hill or in a curve On a divided highway At rail crossings

Are minors permitted to talk on cell phones while driving?

No, except when in a certain emergency situation

When planning to pass another vehicle you should:

Not count on other drivers making room for you

Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:

Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn

At dawn or dusk, or in rain or snow, it can be hard to see and be seen. As good way to let other drivers know you are there is to turn:

On your headlights

Is talking on your cell phone while driving permitted?

Only if a hands-free device is used.

If parked on a level street, in which directions should your tires point?

Parallel to the curb

The broken yellow lines on the pavement mean:

Passing is allowed if done safely

The stopping distance of your vehicle depends on which of the following factors?

Perception distance, Braking distance, Reaction distance

A traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow means:

Proceed with caution

Which of the following should be done before entering the curve in order to avoid a skid while driving?

Reduce the speed by applying brakes

You must notify DMV within 5 days if you:

Sell or transfer your vehicle

When changing lanes on a freeway, you should:

Signal for at least five seconds

Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways?

Single, solid, yellow lines

_________ indicates the outside edge of the traffic lane, and may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder.

Solid white line

This white sign means:

Stay in the right lane if you are driving slower than other traffic

If you start to skid:

Stop braking,Ease off the gas pedal,Turn the wheel in the direction of the skid

Which if these vehicles must stop before crossing railroad tracks?

Tank Trucks marked with hazardous materials placards

Which of the following cannot be considered a no-parking zone?

The curb or edge of the public road

In which of these situations should you leave extra space between your vehicle and the one in front of you?

The driver behind you wants to pass,While following large vehicles.,Driving on slippery roads

When merging into freeway traffic, who has the right-of-way?

The freeway traffic

When making a right turn from a highway with two lanes in your direction you may turn from:

The lane nearest the curb or edge of the roadway

When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass which vehicle has the right-of-way?

The vehicle traveling uphill

How do you know when it is safe to merge back in front of a vehicle you have just passed?

The vehicle's headlights are visible in your rear view mirror.

Why should you always make a shoulder check for motorcycles before changing lanes?

Their small size makes them difficult to see

Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if:

They are are properly secured

What is the use of the special "turnout" areas marked on a two lane road?

To allow vehicles behind the driver to pass

Which of these situations is appropriate to use your horn?

To get eye-contact with another driver

You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:

Under any circumstances

While driving up a mountain road, you meet a vehicle and there is not enough room for you to pass. What should you do?

Wait for the other vehicle to reverse up the hill until there is room to pass.

You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:

Wait until the person crosses the street

__________ are yellow and diamond-shaped, with black lettering or symbols.

Warning signs

Pedestrians crossing at corners have the right-of-way:

Weather or not a cross walk is marked

Highways are typically most slippery:

When it first starts to rain after a dry spell

When is it legal to use a cell phone without a hands-free device while driving?

When making a call for emergency assistance

Which of the following is not a safe situation for passing?

When moving through an intersection

You must not pass on two-lane highways in all of the following situations EXCEPT:

When there is a dashed yellow line on your side of the center dividing line

When can a left turn be made against a red light?

When turning from a one-way street to another one-way street.

When should you switch on your high-beam headlights?

When you drive on unfamiliar roads,When you drive in construction areas,Where there may be people along the side of the road

If your vehicle breaks down and you cannot get completely off the road, where should you stop?

Where your vehicle can be seen from behind

You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the:

Yellow line next to your side of the road is broken

May you park beside a white curb?

Yes, but only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers or mail.

When driving a two-lane road with a solid yellow center line and a broken yellow center line, are you permitted to pass a vehicle in front of you?

Yes, if the broken line is on your side.

Which of the following statements about passing a vehicle is NOT true?

You can exceed the speed limit to make the pass quick

What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights?

You cannot turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first

Which of these statements is true about road work zones?

You must "Slow for the Cone Zone"

What should you do if another driver tailgates your vehicle?

You must pull over to the side and allow the driver to pass

What should you do if you are overtaking a bicycle and an oncoming vehicle is approaching at the same time?

You must slow down and let the vehicle pass first to give extra room to the bicycle

You should allow more space in front of your vehicle when following large trucks because:

You need the extra room to see around the truck

Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart indicate:

a barrier

On two-lane roads where traffic moves in opposite directions, you may pass on the left only when:

a broken yellow line is in your lane

A roundabout is a circular intersection where vehicles travel around a center island in _________ direction.

a counter-clockwise

In a roundabout a driver must drive in:

a counter-clockwise direction

This curved arrow sign indicates that:

a divided highway begins ahead

If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach a stop sign at about the same time, then:

a driver turning left must yield to approaching traffic going straight or turning right

When making a right turn look right and left yield right-of-way and turn the steering wheel using:

a hand-over-hand technique

This triangular sign represents: (Red Triangle)

a slow-moving vehicle

The octagonal shape in the figure is:

a stop sign

The primary traveling aids for a blind person include:

a white cane or a trained guide dog

Drive into a special "turnout" area to:

allow vehicles to pass you.

At the end of most entry ramps on a freeway you will find _________ that allows you to increase your speed.

an acceleration lane

You must not pass another vehicle if you see:

an approaching hill or a curve where there is no clear visibility a school bus ahead with red flashing lights and an extended stop arm

If you find a "speed zone ahead" sign, you are approaching:

an area where a reduced speed limit has been established

When approaching an intersection to make a right turn, you must stay _________ and make the turn close to the right curb.

as far to the right as possible

Talking on a cell phone while driving increases your chances of being in a crash by:

as much as four times

One-handed steering is best used when:

backing up without much turning.

A yield sign indicates that a driver must slow down when approaching an intersection and _________ if a vehicle or pedestrian with the right-of-way is approaching from another direction.

be prepared to come to a complete stop

Whenever you want to change lanes you must check for traffic:

behind your vehicle and to the sides

While driving, you are NOT allowed to use your horn when:

blind pedestrians are around

When changing lanes, look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to make sure there are no other vehicles in:

blind spots

Disabled persons who display their placard can park at a __________ painted curb.

blue

Locked wheel skids are usually caused by:

braking too hard at a high speed

When turning left from one one-way road to another one-way road:

bring your vehicle into the nearest left lane for traffic on the road you are entering

If you are changing lanes, preparing to pass another vehicle, or entering traffic, signal and check for passing traffic by first using your mirrors and then:

by checking your vehicle's blind spots

High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV) lanes are reserved for:

car pools and vehicles with more than one person

If you are driving on a two-lane road, it is safest to drive your vehicle in the _______ of the lane.

center

A driver must _______ for a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing on the opposite side of the road.

come to a complete stop

If you approach an intersection at which the traffic lights are not working you must first __________ before entering the intersection and yield the right-of-way.

come to a complete stop

If you are in an intersection and hear the siren of an emergency vehicle you should:

continue through the intersection, then drive to the right and stop

Proactively looking ahead, to the sides, and behind the vehicle to anticipate problems ahead is part of:

defensive driving

A __________ sign on a truck means that the load on the truck is potentially dangerous.

diamond-shaped

When following a large vehicle at night always:

dim your high-beam headlights

If you suddenly have no control of the steering wheel, you should:

ease your foot off the gas pedal

If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road you should:

ease your foot off the gas pedal keep the steering wheel straight not stop until your tires are gripping the road again

When you want to enter a freeway you should:

enter the freeway at or near the speed of the freeway traffic

When drivers see livestock they should:

follow directions from the person in charge of the animals

If you are signaled by a flag person at/near a railroad crossing or construction site, you must:

follow signals, no matter which lane you are in When turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street, you must: begin the turn with your left wheel as close as possible to the yellow dividing line

It is against the law to make a left turn on red light EXCEPT:

from one one-way street to another

To turn left from a one-way street to another, a driver must begin the turn:

from the left lane and make the turn close to the left curb

If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his/her headlights you should:

get out of the way

If you are parked parallel on the right-hand side of the street, you should _________ before pulling out into traffic.

give a left turn signal and look over your left shoulder

Large electronic flashing arrow panels may be used in work zones day and night to:

guide drivers into certain traffic lanes

The correct hand signal for indicating a right turn is:

hand and arm extended upward

If your vehicle's directional signals fail, use _________ until you can have them repaired.

hand signals

Use __________ steering when correcting a skid.

hand-over-hand

In open country and dark streets, you should drive with:

high beam headlights

If a tire suddenly goes flat while driving, you must:

hold the steering wheel tightly and keep the vehicle straight

When there is water on the roadway you must reduce your speed to avoid:

hydroplaning

When you find both a solid and a dashed yellow line between opposing lanes of traffic you must not pass:

if the solid yellow line is on your side

You must use high-beam lighting in all of following situations, except:

in fog, snow, or heavy rain

For interstate driving, slow-moving vehicles must travel _________, except when passing.

in the right-hand lane

Rain, snow, and ice impair your ability to see ahead, so you must _________ to stop your vehicle safely.

increase the braking distance

An __________ is the connection of a freeway to a road or another freeway by a series of ramps.

interchange

Drivers on an express highway should avoid 'highway hypnosis' by:

keep shifting eyes from one area of the roadway to another

On a two-way roadway with a center lane, drivers from either direction can make _________ on the center lane.

left turns

A center lane between lanes of traffic traveling in opposite directions may be designated for:

left turns only

When you come to an intersection and try to make a move, you must follow the _________ before you pull out.

left, right, and left rule

When arriving at an intersection, you should look _____ first because ________________.

left, vehicles coming from the left are closer to you

On one-way roads, yellow lines are used as:

left-edge lines

When passing another vehicle:

look ahead for road conditions and traffic

If a car approaches you with bright headlights, you must __________, to prevent being temporarily blinded.

look toward the right edge of the road

While driving in a fog you should use your

low-beam lights

When parking and leaving your vehicle on a highway or street, which of the following is not recommended?

lowering the windows

If a driver extends his/her left arm horizontally out of an open window while driving on a road, this indicates that the driver is going to:

make a left turn

A child under the age of 6 years __________ when all the rear seats are already occupied by children under the age of 12 years.

may ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a seat belt

Car drivers should never move into the same lane with a motorcycle side by side, even if the lane is wide and the cyclist is riding to one side, because:

motorcycles need a full lane width

If you wish to enter an express highway or freeway, you must _________ before merging with the traffic.

move to the acceleration lane

Double solid white lines on the road separate two lanes of traffic:

moving in the same direction

A person under the age of 21 years:

must have Zero Blood Alcohol Content

If you are driving at a slower speed than other traffic on a highway or freeway stay in the lane:

nearest to the right side of the road

If you see double solid center yellow lines on your way, this means:

no passing is permitted

A driver who is a minor receives a phone call on his/her cell phone. He/she should:

not answer the call

The driver of the car being passed must _________ until the pass is complete.

not increase speed

When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill you should stay back at least:

one vehicle length

Left turns at a red light can only be made from a:

one-way street onto a one-way street

You should reduce your speed by half when the road is:

packed snow.

A double solid yellow line on a pavement means that:

passing is not allowed in either direction

A broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line indicates that:

passing is permitted on the side of the broken line but not on the side of the solid line

The eye test for the driver's license evaluates:

peripheral vision,depth and color perception,acuity

If you are having vehicle trouble and need to stop first step you should do is:

pull off the road and away from traffic

If you are having vehicle trouble, and need to stop, first step you should do is:

pull off the road and away from traffic

If an emergency vehicle is moving in your lane displaying red flashing lights or using a siren you are required to:

pull over to the curb and stop

When you see a triangle-shaped road sign while driving, you must:

reduce your speed and yield

If your parked car rolls away and hits another vehicle you should:

report the incident to the city police

If you approach a roundabout, always enter to the _______ of the central island.

right

If you are preparing for a right turn behind a bicyclist, misjudgment can result in a broadside crash called a:

right hook

If you have parked on the side of the road and are re-entering traffic:

right-of-way is given to the traffic on the road.

Do not _______ at crash scenes or at locations along the highway where a law enforcement officer may have a vehicle pulled off the road.

rubberneck

With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels.

shorter path

If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, you must:

signal just after you pass through the intersection

If someone is following you too closely, you must:

slow down and encourage the driver to pass

If you approach an intersection with a yellow light, you must:

slow down and proceed with caution, if a stop cannot be made safely

The best way to handle a curve is to:

slow down before entering the curve

If your vehicle starts to hydroplane you should:

slow down gradually

If you see a stray animal in your path you should:

slow down or stop if it is safe

A yellow-flashing light used mostly on tow trucks and slow-moving vehicles requires other drivers to:

slow down their vehicles

When you see a yield sign on your way or at an intersection, you must:

slow down to a reasonable speed and yield right-of-way to all vehicles

Before reaching the crest of a hill or entering a curve, you must _________ and watch for oncoming vehicles.

slow down, move to the right side of the road

Because trucks are so much bigger, they often appear to be driving:

slower

If a pedestrian is in a marked or unmarked crosswalk, you must:

stop and wait until the pedestrian has crossed the street

If you are approaching a stop sign, you must:

stop at the solid white stop line

A single solid white line across a road at an intersection means that a motorist must _________ for a traffic signal or sign.

stop behind the line

The wide white line painted across a traffic lane before you enter the intersection is known as

stop line

When you see an elderly person crossing an intersection, you should:

stop your vehicle and yield the right of way

When in a roundabout, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

stop your vehicle to turn.

If a blind pedestrian is waiting at a crosswalk with a white cane or a guide dog you must:

stop your vehicle within 5 feet of the crosswalk

Following too closely behind a vehicle is also known as:

tailgating

Things that can distract your attention away from the road include:

text messaging and talking on the phone

"NEV Use Only" lanes will contain vehicles:

that are slow moving and restricted for neighborhood use.

This hand signal indicates that: (hand pointing upwards)

the driver is making a right turn

This green traffic signal indicates that:

the drivers on the way are allowed through the intersection

When turning corners drivers must turn the steering wheel using:

the hand-over-hand technique

When you are turning from a one-way street onto a two-way or divided street, always turn from:

the lane nearest to the curb

Yellow pavement markings on the road indicate:

the left edge of a roadway

When there are three or more lanes going in one direction on a highway, vehicles passing others or turning left should use:

the left lane

When overtaking and passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, you should pass only to:

the left of the vehicle

A steady yellow arrow pointing left at an intersection indicates to the driver that:

the left turn signal is about to change to red

For smoothest driving when there are three lanes to choose from, choose __________ lane for smoothest driving.

the middle

When traveling on a one-way street you must use:

the outside lanes for turning and the center lanes for through-travel

The traffic striping marks of diagonal yellow lines are on streets and highways. These indicate:

the road is narrowing, there is an obstruction on the roadway

When passing a truck or a commercial motor vehicle the passing car driver must watch for:

the side, rear and front no-zones

The most important vehicle control device to use during a skid is:

the steering wheel

A vehicle's stopping distance is equal to:

the sum of the braking distance and reaction distance

A triangular orange sign on the back of a slow-moving vehicle indicates that:

the vehicle cannot travel faster than 25 mph

To avoid tailgating one should follow the:

three-second rule

The first rule of a safe and legal turn is:

to move into the proper lane well before the turn

You should never back your vehicle in any travel lane except:

to parallel park

On a road with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction the left-most lane is intended to be used:

to pass slower vehicles

All regulatory devices on the road instruct you:

to stop, proceed in a certain direction, or limit your speed

Flag persons are often located in highways and work zones:

to stop, slow or guide traffic safely through construction areas

Before backing up your vehicle, you should look to the front, sides and rear, and continue to look _________ while backing.

to the rear

A double solid white line marks the edge of a traffic lane where:

travel in the same direction is permitted on both sides of the line, but crossing the line is prohibited

When you turn from a high speed, two-lane roadway, _______ if you have traffic following you.

try not to slow down your vehicle too quickly

Unless prohibited, drivers must use the 'three point turn' to:

turn around on a narrow street

The first step a driver should do during an enforcement stop is:

turn on the right turn signal

If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also __________________.

turn on your headlights

A driver in front of you is signaling with hand and arm pointing upwards which means the driver wants to:

turn right

Passing on the right is permitted in all of the following situations, EXCEPT:

when driving in a lane set aside for left turns

Do not use your horn in the following situation(-s):

when you want the driver in front of you to move out of the way,at a blind person,because you may be angry or upset

Blind pedestrians may carry _________canes or use the assistance of guide dogs.

white

Lanes of traffic going in opposite directions are divided by:

yellow lane dividers

You should ______ when you are preparing to turn left at an intersection and see an oncoming vehicle.

yield the right-of-way to the oncoming vehicle

At an unmarked crosswalk drivers are required to:

yield the right-of-way to the pedestrians

At an unmarked crosswalk, drivers are required to:

yield the right-of-way to the pedestrians

If a bicycle on your right reaches the intersection at the same time as you do you should:

yield to the bicycle

Vehicles approaching a roundabout must:

yield to the traffic in the circle

When you see this sign you should:

yield to the vehicles on the highway

When driving on gravel or dirt you must slow down because:

you do not have much traction

You may drive in a designated carpool lane if:

you have the minimum number of people required for that lane.,you drive a low-emission vehicle with the proper decal.,you are driving a motorcycle.

A two-headed arrow with one head pointing straight ahead and the other pointing to the left means:

you may either proceed straight ahead or turn to the left

The California "Basic Speed Law" means:

you must never drive faster than is safe for the current conditions.

When a highway is divided into two roadways by a median or barrier:

you must not drive across the median or barrier, except when an approved cross-over is provided

A steady red arrow means:

you must stop and you cannot go in the direction of the arrow

If you are on a single or two-lane road and come to an intersection with a divided highway or a roadway with three or more lanes

you must yield the right-of-way to other traffic

If you double your speed on a highway

your braking distance increases by four times

You should not pass another vehicle under the following conditions, except:

your lane is separated by a broken yellow line

If you litter on the roadside you are subjected to a fine of:

$1000

This hand signal indicates:

(hand-down) the driver is slowing or stopping

It is illegal for anyone over the age of 21 to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol limit of ____ or higher.

0.08

It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is _____ or higher.

0.08% - Eight hundredths of one percent

A driver who is involved in a collision should report it to the DMV within:

10 days

To avoid last minute moves, look down the road ________.

10-15 seconds

While driving in a center left-turn lane, you may only drive for ____ feet.

200

When passing a bicyclist in a travel lane, you must ensure there is enough width for the cyclist. The amount space required is:

3 feet

To avoid tailgating, how much space should you leave between yourself and the vehicle in front of you?

3 seconds

You must use your headlights __________ after sunset.

30 minutes

You must not follow within ____ feet of any emergency vehicle with a siren or flashing lights.

300

When preparing to exit the freeway, you should signal for at least ____ seconds before reaching the exit.

5

Before changing lanes on a freeway, you should signal for at least:

5 seconds

When approaching a school zone while children are outside, you must drive 25 mph if you are within ________ feet of the school.

500-1000

The maximum speed limit for vehicles towing trailers is __________ on a two-lane undivided highway.

55 mph

You must not park within ____ feet of a railroad track.

7.5

Which of the following statements is true regarding lane markings on the road?

A solid white line between lanes of traffic means that you should stay in your lane, unless a special situation requires you to change lanes

__________ on your side of the road indicates a no-passing zone.

A solid yellow line

In which of the following places is a U-turn permitted?

Across a double yellow line

You must use your seat belt:

And failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket

You must file a Report to Traffic Accident Occurring in California (SR 1) with DMV within 10 days if you:

Are in a collision that causes $750 in damage

Which of the following right-of-way rules is not true?

At an intersection where there is no stop sign, yield sign or oncoming traffic signal, drivers must yield to vehicles coming from the left

Which of the following statements about right-of-way is incorrect?

At an uncontrolled T-intersection, the vehicle on the continuing street must yield to the vehicle on the terminating street

Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

Bicycles and motorcycles move slower and stop slower than expected

__________ show parking spaces for persons with disabilities.

Blue pavement markings

Which of the following must NOT be done if your vehicle's tire blows out?

Brake immediately

Which of the following increases your chances of having a collision?

Continually changing lanes to pass other vehicles

If you need to cross multiple freeway lanes, you should:

Cross them one at a time

Which of the following will help you to avoid being hit from behind?

Decreasing your following distance

A police officer is signaling you to continue driving through a red traffic light. What should you do?

Do as the officer tells you

You are driving on a city street and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do?

Drive to the right edge of the road and stop

Which of these statements about drugs and driving is true?

Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving

_________ are designed to allow vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways.

Exit ramps

If you have trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway, you should drive slower and turn on you:

Headlights

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the use of headlights?

High-beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles

_________ occurs on wet roads when your front tires start to ride on water instead of the road.

Hydroplaning

You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street :

If traffic on the street is moving to the left

Smoking inside a vehicle when a person younger than 18 years of age is present is:

Illegal at all times

If you drive slower than the flow of traffic, you will most likely:

Interfere with traffic and receive a ticket

_________ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur.

Intersections

You should use your horn when:

It may help prevent a collision

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:

Look to the sides of your vehicle

You want to turn left ahead. In the middle of the road there is a lane marked as shown. You must:

Merge completely into this lane before you make your left turn

This yellow sign means:

Merging traffic ahead

Which safety precaution should be taken when driving in a "cone zone?"

Minimize distractions,Slow down,Allow for extra following room

Which statement is true about motorcyclists and motorists?

Motorcyclists have the same rights/responsibilities as other motorists