California Permit Test
It's illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is _____ or higher. a. 0.08% b. 0.1% c. 0.05%
a. 0.08% UNDER 21, it's illegal if it's 0.01% OR MORE. For COMMERICAL drivers, it's 0.04%
At an uncontrolled intersection where you can't see cross traffic until you're just about to enter the intersection, the speed limit is a. 15 mph b. 25 mph c. 20 mph
a. 15 mph
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks? a. Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards. b. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a boat trailer. c. Any vehicle with 3 or more axles or weighing more than 4,000 lbs.
a. Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
Tailgating other drivers (driving too close to their rear bumper) a. can frustrate other drivers and make them angry b. can't result in traffic violation c. reduces collisions by preventing them from being cut off
a. can frustrate other drivers and make them angry
What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that's not in operation? a. come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection b. if the intersection is clear, the driver doesn't need to stop c. drive quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles
a. come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection
You were parked and have been waiting a long time with your turn signal on to re-enter traffic. However, traffic is heavy. You should a. continue waiting and yielding to traffic in the lane b. slowly inch your vehicle into the traffic lane c. drive on the shoulder until a gap in traffic appears
a. continue waiting and yielding to traffic in the lane
When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should a. drive slowly enough so you can stop within the area lighted by your headlights b. turn on your high beam headlights to better see the vehicle ahead of you c. keep the instrument panel lights bright to be more visible to other drivers
a. drive slowly enough so you can stop within the area lighted by your headlights
When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should a. drive slowly enough so you can stop within the area lighted by your headlights b. turn on your high beam headlights to better see the vehicles
a. drive slowly enough so you can stop within the area lighted by your headlights
It's illegal to park your vehicle a. in an unmarked crosswalk b. within three feet of a parked driveway c. in a bicycle lane
a. in an unmarked crosswalk
All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal? a. listening to music through headphones that cover both ears b. adjusting your outside mirrors c. transporting an unrestrained animal inside the vehicle
a. listening to music through headphones that cover both ears
Flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers if you a. need to warn other drivers of a collision ahead b. are temporarily parked in a traffic lane to make delivery c. are backing out of a parking space
a. need to warn other drivers of a collision ahead
If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should a. not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane b. assume the other driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal c. assume the other driver will maintain a constant speed
a. not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane
If a traffic signal light is green and a police officer signals you to stop, you should a. obey the traffic officer b. obey the traffic signal c. do wha the vehicle in front of you does
a. obey the traffic officer
To be able to turn quickly, your hands must be a. on opposite sides of the steering wheel b. next to each other on the top of the steering wheel c. on the top and bottom of the wheel
a. on opposite sides of the steering wheel
You should notify the DMV within 5 days if you a. sell or transfer your vehicle b. fail a smog test for your vehicle c. get a new prescription for lenses or contacts
a. sell or transfer your vehicle
The flashing yellow light at an intersection means you should a. slow down and proceed with caution b. come to a complete stop as quickly as possible c. stop and process only when clear
a. slow down and proceed with caution
When a school bus is picking up or dropping off children, you must a. stop regardless of your direction of travel b. stop if you're driving in the same direction c. slow down and be prepared to stop
a. stop regardless of your direction of travel
Which of the following is true about roadways on bridges and overpasses in cold, wet weather? a. they tend to freeze before the rest of the road does b. they don't freeze because they're made of concrete c. they tend to freeze after the rest of the road does
a. they tend to freeze before the rest of the road does
If you're convicted of driving with an excessive BAC, you may be sentenced to serve a. up to 6 months in jail b. up to 12 months in jail c. no jail time but you must pay a fine of $500
a. up to 6 months in jail
At intersections with a yield sign, you must a. yield the right-of-way to cross traffic close enough to cause conflict b. yield to those vehicles only on your right c. slow down and proceed
a. yield the right-of-way to cross traffic close enough to cause conflict
On a green arrow, you must a. yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian in the intersection b. yield to pedestrians only in the intersection c. wait 4 seconds before proceeding
a. yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian in the intersection
You must stop at the intersection ahead. Just before the intersection, you have to cross railroad tracks. You should stop before you cross the railroad tracks when a. you don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks b. the crossing is located in a city or town with frequent train traffic c. you transport two or more children in a passenger vehicle
a. you don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about a. 5-10 s b. 10-15 s c. 15-20 s
b. 10-15 s
The speed limit in any alley is a. 20 mph b. 15 mph c. 25 mph
b. 15 mph
Which of these statements is true about drugs and driving? a. Any prescription drug is safe to use if you don't feel drowsy b. Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving c. Only illegal drugs can impair your driving
b. Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving
A vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you creating a hazard. Which of these actions should you take first? a. Honk and step on the brake firmly b. Take your foot off the gas c. Swerve into the lane next to you
b. Take your foot off the gas
Which child requires a child passenger restraint system? a. a 6 year old who is 4 feet 10 inches tall b. a 7 year old who is 4 feet 7 inches tall c. an 8 year old who is 4 feet 9 inches tall
b. a 7 year old who is 4 feet 7 inches tall Children who're 8 YEARS OR OLDER OR AT LEAST 4 FOOT 9 INCHES may rise just a seat belt.
Alcohol in any concentration is a. a stimulant b. a depressant c. neither of the above
b. a depressant It slows down nerve impulses and body functions.
You want to turn left in an upcoming corner. Give the right of way to a. oncoming vehicles also turning left b. all approaching vehicles c. pedestrians on the sidewalk waiting for a walk signal
b. all approaching vehicles
You should increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead when you a. are following a small passenger vehicle b. are being tailgated by another driver c. are driving slower than the posted speed limit
b. are being tailgated by another driver
You must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog a. only when a guide dog is leading the person across the street b. at all times c. only if a closing guard is present
b. at all times
Three of the most important times to check traffic behind you are before a. backing, making a sharp turn, or crossing an intersection b. backing, changing lanes, or slowing down quickly c. changing lanes, crossing intersections, or slowing down quickly
b. backing, changing lanes, or slowing down quickly Also driving down a long or steep hill.
If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must a. slow down because the lane ends ahead b. be prepared for workers and equipment ahead c. change lanes and maintain your current speed
b. be prepared for workers and equipment ahead Reduce your speed and be prepared to slowdown or stop.
By law, the brakes on every vehicle (other than motorcycles) must a. not lock under any condition b. consist of a good foot brake and an emergency or parking brake c. consist of a good parking brake that's capable of stopping the vehicle within legal limits
b. consist of a good foot brake and an emergency or parking brake
A steady yellow signal light is a warning that the light is about to change to red. If you're already in the intersection, you should a. stop b. continue moving and clear the intersection safely c. increase your speed so as not to cause an accident
b. continue moving and clear the intersection safely
You're driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You should drive a. closer behind the truck than for a passenger vehicle b. farther behind the truck than for a passenger vehicle c. to the right side o the truck and wait to pass
b. farther behind the truck than for a passenger vehicle They have large blind spots.
You're driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive a. closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead b. father behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle c. no more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you
b. father behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle
If a tire blows out, you should a. apply the brake and hold it b. hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly c. pull over quickly
b. hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly Slow down gradually, taking your foot off the gas pedal and using the brakes lightly. Don't stop on the road, pull off into a safe place.
Highway pavement is particularly treacherous and will be most slippery a. if it has been raining several hours b. if it has just begun to rain c. if it has been raining from one to two hours
b. if it has just begun to rain
You should use your horn when a. another vehicle is in your way b. it may help prevent a collision c. another driver makes a mistake
b. it may help prevent a collision
A peace officer is signaling you to drive to the edge of the roadway. You decide to ignore the officer's warning and flee the scene. You're guilty of a misdemeanor and can be punished by being a. fined up to $1,000 b. jailed in the county jail for not more than one year c. given a warning and a citation
b. jailed in the county jail for not more than one year
You should signal continuously while turning because it a. is illegal to turn off your signal before completing a turn b. lets other drivers know what your intentions are c. is always unsafe to turn off a signal before completing a turn
b. lets other drivers know what your intentions are Always signal when turning, changing lanes, slowing down, or stopping.
A white painted curb means a. loading zone for freight or passengers b. loading zone for passengers or mail only c. loading zone for freight only
b. loading zone for passengers or mail only
If you must park your vehicle in an area not usually used for parking a. park with your back-up lights on b. make sure your vehicle is visible to drivers approaching from either direction c. park 5 feet from the curb.
b. make sure your vehicle is visible to drivers approaching from either direction
This white sign saying "Left turn yield on green" means you a. may turn left only on a green arrow b. may turn left on a green light when it is safe c. must wait for the solid green light before you turn left
b. may turn left on a green light when it is safe
What does the yellow diamond sign with two send going into one arrow mean? a. one lane ahead b. merging traffic ahead c. lane ends ahead
b. merging traffic ahead
You're involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There're no injuries and very little vehicle damage. You should a. leave your vehicle in the traffic lane until law enforcement arrives b. move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible c. not move your vehicle for any reason
b. move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible
When you enter traffic from a stop (away from the curb), you a. should drive slower than other traffic for 200 feet. b. need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic. c. should wait for the first two vehicles to pass, then drive into the lane.
b. need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic.
California's "Basic Speed Law" says you must a. keep your speed close to that of other traffic b. never drive faster than is safe for current conditions c. always drive at the posted speed limit
b. never drive faster than is safe for current conditions
You may not park your vehicle a. on the side of the freeway in an emergency b. next to a red painted curb c. within 100 feet of an elementary school
b. next to a red painted curb
You may make a left turn on a red light only from a a. one-way onto a two-way b. one-way onto a one-way c. two-way onto a one-way
b. one-way onto a one-way
You want to park uphill on a two-way road and there's no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels? a. so they face straight ahead b. right towards the side of the road c. left towards the center of the road
b. right towards the side of the road
When passing another vehicle, it's safe to return to your lane if you a. can't see the vehicle directly to your right b. see the vehicle's headlights in your rear view mirror c. have passed the other vehicle's in your rear view mirror
b. see the vehicle's headlights in your rear view mirror
You enter a designated turn lane to make a left turn at an upcoming intersection. There is oncoming traffic. You should: a. move to the left of the center lane b. signal before you arrive at the intersection c. turn your front wheels to the left to be prepared to turn
b. signal before you arrive at the intersection 100 FEET BEFORE the turn with FRONT WHEELS STRAIGHT so that if you get hit from behind you won't be pushed into traffic
You exit a freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should a. slow to a safe speed before the curve b. slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway c. wait until you have entered the curve to begin braking
b. slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway
If you're driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding to the left, you should a. steer to the right b. steer to the left c. tap your brakes lightly and shift to neutral.
b. steer to the left
When leaving alleys or driveways a. stop only if pedestrians are in the sidewalk area b. stop before driving onto the sidewalk or sidewalk area c. drivers should increase speed to get into the flow of traffic safely
b. stop before driving onto the sidewalk or sidewalk area
The safest place for children 12 and under to ride in a vehicle equipped with air bags is a. the front seat b. the back seat c. the bed of a pick-up truck
b. the back seat
Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if a. the sides of the truck bed are at least 18 in high b. they are properly secured c. the tailgate of the truck is closed
b. they are properly secured
When parking your vehicle on any hill a. one of your rear wheels should touch the curb b. use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in gear or park c. your front wheels should be parallel to the road if there's no curb
b. use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in gear or park
When is it legal to use a cell phone without a hands-free device while driving? a. when making a call while stopped at the red light b. when making a call for emergency assistance c. never
b. when making a call for emergency assistance TEENS are NEVER allowed to make calls (EVEN HANDS-FREE) expect for EMERGENCY. ADULTS can use hands-free but advised against it.
U-turns in residential districts are legal a. on a one-way street on a green arrow b. when there are no vehicles approaching nearby c. across two sets of solid double, yellow lines
b. when there are no vehicles approaching nearby
You must file a report of traffic accident occurring in CA with the DMV when a. your vehicle fails a smog test b. you are involved in a collision and there's an injury c. you change your insurance company
b. you are involved in a collision and there's an injury Within 10 days.
If you want to pass a bicyclists riding on the right edge of your lane a. you must honk your horn before passing the bicyclists b. you must not squeeze past the bicyclists c. may not pass the bicyclist for any reason
b. you must not squeeze past the bicyclists At least 3 feet of space between your vehicle and the bicycle.
When driving on gravel or dirt roads a. your tires can grip the road better than on pavement b. your tires don't have much traction, so you must drive slower c. visibility is better.
b. your tires don't have much traction, so you must drive slower
When can you drive in a bike lane? a. 30 minutes after/before sunset b. on foggy days when visibility is low c. 200 feet before making a turn
c. 200 feet before making a turn
Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving? a. if you can walk a straight line after drinking, it's safe to drive b. if you're under the legal blood alcohol concentration limit, your driving isn't impaired c. alcohol affects judgement, which is needed for driving safely
c. alcohol affects judgement, which is needed for driving safely Even if you're below the legal blood alcohol limit, consuming any amount of alcohol is likely to affect your ability to drive safely.
You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You must a. leave a note on the vehicle b. report the collision without delay to the city police or, in unincorporated areas, to the CHP. c. all of the above.
c. all of the above. The note must have your NAME, NUMBER, ADDRESS.
You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they a. must ride facing oncoming traffic b. illegally share lanes with motor vehicles c. are entitled to share the road with you
c. are entitled to share the road with you
A safety zone is a specially marked area for passengers to get on or off buses or trolleys. You may not drive through a safety zone a. only when a bus/trolley is present b. only when a bus/trolley is unloading passengers c. at any time for any reason
c. at any time for any reason
When you see a yellow sign with a mother holding a child's hand, you should a. always stop at the crosswalk b. stop at the crosswalk until a crossing guards signals you to go c. be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk
c. be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk
All drivers under the age of 21 have a specific restriction prohibiting them from a. driving or attempting to drive while smoking b. driving or attempting to drive before midnight c. driving or attempting to drive after consuming alcohol
c. driving or attempting to drive after consuming alcohol
You must use your seatbelt a. unless you're riding in a vehicle built before 1978 b. unless you're driving in a limo c. failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket
c. failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket
Drivers are required to obey instructions from a. security guards patrolling parking lots b. other drivers whose vehicles are broken down on the roadway c. flaggers (signal persons) at construction sites
c. flaggers (signal persons) at construction sites
If you have trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway, you should drive slower and turn on your a. emergency flashers b. parking lights c. headlights
c. headlights
It's legal to drive with an alcoholic beverage container that has been opened if the container is a. under the front seat b. in the glove department c. in the trunk
c. in the trunk Somewhere where passengers don't sit.
You can help keep the driver behind you at a safe distance by a. driving 3-5 mph faster than the car behind b. driving 3-5 mph slower than the car behind c. keeping a steady speed
c. keeping a steady speed Also, SIGNAL IN ADVANCE.
U-turns in business districts are a. always illegal because they're dangerous b. legal whenever oncoming vehicles aren't a hazard c. legal only at intersections, unless a sign prohibits them
c. legal only at intersections, unless a sign prohibits them
When driving in fog, you should use your a. fog lights only b. high beams c. low beams
c. low beams Best to POSTPONE driving until fog clears. If you do drive in fog, go SLOW, use WIPERS, and use LOW lights.
You're driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. The traffic is traveling at 70 mph. You may legally drive a. 70 mph or faster to keep up with the speed of traffic b. between 65 mph and 70 mph c. no faster than 65 mph
c. no faster than 65 mph
What message will be found on a yellow pennant shaped sign? a. right turns only b. right turns permitted c. no passing zone
c. no passing zone
Collisions can happen more often when a. all vehicles are traveling about the same speed b. one lane of traffic is traveling faster than the other lanes c. one vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic
c. one vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic
To avoid hydroplaning, you should a. keep a constant speed b. apply the brakes as soon as the car starts to skid c. slow down
c. slow down
You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means a. stop before entering the intersection as long as you can do so safely b. stop. yield to all crossing traffic before crossing the intersection c. slow down and cross the intersection carefully
c. slow down and cross the intersection carefully Proceed with caution, yield
If a child is about to run into the street, you should a. start to prepare to slow down b. flash your head lights c. sound a sharp blast of your horn
c. sound a sharp blast of your horn
When on a short entrance to an interstate where there's no merge area or lane a. enter the far right traffic lane and speed up to the flow of traffic b. use the shoulder of the main road to get up to the speed of traffic c. speed up on the entrance only after you have found a gap in traffic
c. speed up on the entrance only after you have found a gap in traffic
The yellow signs means a. the road ahead has many curves b. there's a sharp curve in the road ahead c. the road ahead may be slippery
c. the road ahead may be slippery
While driving, you should look 10 to 15 seconds ahead of you a. and focus on the middle of the road b. because it's a legal requirement c. to see potential hazards early
c. to see potential hazards early
You're driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if a. a sign permits the turn b. traffic on the street moves to the right c. traffic on the street moves to the left
c. traffic on the street moves to the left May turn left onto a left-moving, one-way street if there's no sign prohibiting it.
You can drive off the road to pass another vehicle a. if the vehicle ahead is turning left b. if there are two or more lanes traveling in your direction c. under no circumstances
c. under no circumstances
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle a. if the should is wide enough to accommodate your vehicle b. if the vehicle ahead of you is turning left c. under no circumstances
c. under no circumstances
You may legally block an intersection a. when you entered the intersection on a green light b. during rush hour traffic c. under no circumstances
c. under no circumstances Must get completely across before the light turns red.
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 a. turn off your engine until the person crosses the street b. tell the pedestrian when to cross the street c. wait until the person crosses the street
c. wait until the person crosses the street
When passing another car, you have enough room to return to the driving lane a. when the driver you just passed signals you over b. when you look over your shoulder and see the car is behind you c. when you can see both headlights in the rearview mirror
c. when you can see both headlights in the rearview mirror
Pedestrians crossing at corners have the right-of-way a. only at controlled intersections b. only when a crosswalk is painted on the street c. whether or not a crosswalk is marked
c. whether or not a crosswalk is marked
What's the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights? a. red arrows are only used to stop traffic which is turning left b. red arrows are only used for protected turn lanes c. you can't turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first
c. you can't turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first