California DMV Driving Test

WHICH OF THESE STATEMENTS IS TRUE ABOUT ROAD CONSTRUCTION ZONES? A. You are responsible for the safety of the road workers B. Slow down only if you think workers are present C. Fines are the same for violations committed in construction zones

A. You are responsible for the safety of the road workers

IT IS ILLEGAL TO ENTER AN INTERSECTION WHEN: A. You cannot cross without obstructing traffic on either side B. The lane you want to enter is open C. The light is yellow D. The light is flashing yellow and you have not come to a complete stop first

A. You cannot cross without obstructing traffic on either side

WHEN ENTERING A FREEWAY ENTRANCE THAT ALLOWS YOU TO ACCELERATE TO MERGE, YOU SHOULD DRIVE AT: A. About 10 mph below the flow of traffic B. About the same speed as freeway traffic C. A legal speed of freeway traffic

B. About the same speed as freeway traffic

BACKING UP YOUR VEHICLE IS: A. Not dangerous if you have a helper B. Always dangerous C. Only dangerous in large vehicles

B. Always dangerous

YOU SHOULD INCREASE THE DISTANCE BETWEEN YOUR CAR AND THE VEHICLE AHEAD WHEN YOU: A. Follow a small passenger car B. Are being followed by a tailgater C. Drive slower than the posted speed limit

B. Are being followed by a tailgater

WHAT CAUSES MOST REAR-END ACCIDENTS? A. Looking in your rearview mirror too often B. Following other vehicles too closely C. Failing to pay attention D. Weaving in and out of traffic

B. Following other vehicles too closely

THE VERY FIRST EFFECT OF EVEN A SMALL AMOUNT OF ALCOHOL ON A PERSON'S SAFE DRIVING ABILITY IS TO REDUCE HIS OR HER: A. Steering ability B. Good judgment C. Muscle control D. Quick reflex movements

B. Good judgment

MOTORCYCLISTS MUST: A. Wear a reflective helmet at night B. Have their lights on at all times C. Always drive in the right lane

B. Have their lights on at all times

WHERE SHOULD YOU START YOUR U-TURN ON A STREET WITH TWO LANES IN EACH DIRECTION? A. Always in the center left turn lane B. In the left lane C. In the right lane

B. In the left lane

IT IS LEGAL FOR A PERSON AGE 21 AND OLDER TO DRIVE WITH AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTAINER THAT HAS BEEN OPENED IF THE CONTAINER IS: A. In the glove compartment B. In the trunk C. Under the front seat

B. In the trunk

IF THE ROAD IS WET FROM A HEAVY RAIN, YOU SHOULD: A. Use the "two-second" following distance rule B. Increase the distance between your vehicle and the car ahead C. Drive one car-length behind the car ahead

B. Increase the distance between your vehicle and the car ahead

SHOULD YOU DRIVE SLOWER THAN OTHER TRAFFIC THAT IS TRAVELING WITHIN THE SPEED LIMIT? A. Yes. It makes the other traffic drive slower, too B. No. You can block traffic when you drive too slow C. Yes. It is safer than driving too fast

B. No. You can block traffic when you drive too slow

SEAT BELTS PROPERLY WORN WILL: A. Prevent accidents B. Reduce the risk of injury C. Keep you from moving your body

B. Reduce the risk of injury

LOOK CAREFULLY FOR MOTORCYCLES BEFORE YOU CHANGE LANES BECAUSE: A. It is illegal for motorcycles to share traffic lanes B. Their smaller size makes them harder to see C. They always have the right-of-way at intersections

B. Their smaller size makes them harder to see

THIS SIGN MEANS: A. Don't pass unless it is safe to do so B. There is a passing lane ahead C. Be prepared for vehicles passing you

B. There is a passing lane ahead

UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED, THE SPEED LIMIT IN A BUSINESS DISTRICT IS: A. 25 mph B. 35 mph C. 30 mph

A. 25 mph

WHEN DRIVING A VEHICLE WITH AIR BAGS, YOU ARE SAFEST WHEN SEATED: A. At least 10 inches away from the steering wheel B. As close to the steering wheel as possible C. With your head positioned directly above the steering wheel

A. At least 10 inches away from the steering wheel

UNLESS POSTED OTHERWISE, A U-TURN CANNOT BE MADE IN A: A. Business district B. Residential district

A. Business district

YOU CAN DRIVE IN A CARPOOL LANE IF YOU: A. Have the minimum number of passengers shown on the sign B. Are driving an empty 15-passenger van C. Want to pass the vehicle ahead

A. Have the minimum number of passengers shown on the sign

SMOKING IN A VEHICLE WHEN A PERSON YOUNGER THAN 18 YEARS OF AGE IS PRESENT IS: A. Illegal whether the vehicle is in motion or parked B. Not restricted by law C. Legal if it is your child

A. Illegal whether the vehicle is in motion or parked

WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS TRUE ABOUT DOUBLE PARKING? A. It is illegal under any circumstances B. It is illegal unless you wait in the vehicle C. It is allowed if you are making a delivery

A. It is illegal under any circumstances

A YELLOW CURB MEANS: A. Loading or unloading things or people B. Limited parking but okay for buses C. Emergency vehicles only

A. Loading or unloading things or people

IT'S BEST NOT TO DRIVE IN THE FOG, BUT IF YOU MUST, YOU SHOULD USE: A. Low-beam lights B. High-beam lights C. Fog lights only

A. Low-beam lights

WHEN IT IS FOGGY, YOU SHOULD SLOW DOWN AND TURN ON YOUR: A. Low-beam lights B. High-beam lights C. Emergency flashers

A. Low-beam lights

DRIVING SLOWER THAN OTHER TRAFFIC TENDS TO: A. Make an accident more likely to happen B. Make an accident less likely to happen C. Not change the chances of having an accident

A. Make an accident more likely to happen

WHAT IS THE "BASIC SPEED LAW"? A. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions B. Never drive faster than the posted speed limits C. Keep up with the flow of traffic

A. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions

YOU MAY NOT PARK A PASSENGER VEHICLE AT ANY TIME: A. Next to a curb painted red B. Within 1,000 ft of a police station C. In front of a school where children are present

A. Next to a curb painted red

ORANGE CONSTRUCTION SIGNS WARN YOU: A. Of workers and road equipment ahead B. That there are driver services ahead C. Of an accident ahead

A. Of workers and road equipment ahead

LARGE TRUCKS TURNING RIGHT ONTO A STREET WITH TWO LANES IN EACH DIRECTION: A. Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn B. Must stay in the right lane at all times C. May complete their turn in either the right or the left lane

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

F YOU HAVE A CONDITIONAL DRIVERS LICENSE, THERE IS (ARE): A. Special restrictions you must follow while driving B. A special time limit to renew your license C. Age limits imposed on your drivers license

A. Special restrictions you must follow while driving

F THERE IS A RAILROAD CROSSING AHEAD AND A RED FLASHING SIGNAL WARNS YOU OF AN APPROACHING TRAIN, YOU MUST: A. Stop and don't proceed until the red lights stop flashing B. Slow down before crossing C. Stop only if you see a train coming

A. Stop and don't proceed until the red lights stop flashing

IF ANOTHER DRIVER "CUTS" IN FRONT OF YOU, IT WOULD BE BETTER IF YOU: A. Take your foot off the gas B. Brake suddenly C. Accelerate to avoid being cut off

A. Take your foot off the gas

YOU ARE WAITING AT A RED LIGHT TO TURN RIGHT, AND A PEDESTRIAN ON YOUR RIGHT IS WAITING TO CROSS THE STREET YOU WANT TO ENTER. WHO HAS THE RIGHT-OF-WAY WHEN YOUR LIGHT TURNS GREEN? A. The pedestrian has the right-of-way B. You have the right-of-way only if the crosswalk is not marked C. You have the right-of-way because your light is green

A. The pedestrian has the right-of-way

WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS TRUE REGARDING SAFETY BELTS? A. They increase your chances of survival in most types of accidents B. They keep you from being thrown clear to safety, which lowers your chances of surviving accidents C. Most likely you will drown if your seatbelt is on when your car goes into a lake or river

A. They increase your chances of survival in most types of accidents

WHICH OF THESE STATEMENTS IS TRUE ABOUT LARGE TRUCKS? A. They take longer to come to a complete stop B. They all have air brakes that allow them to stop quickly C. They are more maneuverable than passenger vehicles

A. They take longer to come to a complete stop

YELLOW LINES SEPARATE : A. Traffic lanes moving in opposite directions B. Traffic lanes on one-way streets C. Railroad tracks

A. Traffic lanes moving in opposite directions

WHEN MAY YOU LEGALLY DRIVE AROUND OR UNDER A RAILROAD CROSSING GATE? A. Under no circumstances B. When you can clearly see in both directions C. When the gate does not seem to be working correctly

A. Under no circumstances

SOLID YELLOW LINES SEPARATE: A. Vehicles traveling in opposite directions B. Bicycle lanes from regular traffic C. Traffic lanes on one-way streets

A. Vehicles traveling in opposite directions

THE POLICE STOP YOU ON SUSPICION OF DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, AND YOU REFUSE TO TAKE THE CHEMICAL TEST. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? A. Your driving privilege will be taken away B. You will not be allowed to post bail C. You will receive an additional fine

A. Your driving privilege will be taken away

THE SPEED LIMIT WHEN PASSING A SCHOOL WHILE CHILDREN ARE PRESENT (UNLESS POSTED OTHERWISE) IS: A. 15 mph B. 25 mph C. 35 mph

B. 25 mph

THE USUAL SPEED LIMIT IN A BUSINESS OR RESIDENTIAL AREA IS: A. 20 mph B. 25 mph C. 30 mph D. 35 mph

B. 25 mph

A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING AT THE CORNER HAS THE RIGHT-OF-WAY: A. At marked crosswalks only B. At marked or unmarked crosswalks C. Only at intersections controlled by signals, lights, or stop signs

B. At marked or unmarked crosswalks

THE SPEED LIMIT POSTED ON A ROAD IS 55 MPH. WHEN THE ROAD IS WET: A. Drive 20 to 25 mph under the speed limit B. Drive 5 to 10 mph under the speed limit C. Maintain a 55 mph speed limit

B. Drive 5 to 10 mph under the speed limit

ALLOW EXTRA SPACE IN FRONT OF YOUR VEHICLE WHEN FOLLOWING A: A. Station wagon B. Large tour bus C. Passenger car

B. Large tour bus

WHEN BACKING OUT OF AN ANGLED PARKING SPACE, YOU SHOULD ALWAYS MOVE SLOWLY AND: A. Look at your rearview mirror B. Look over your right shoulder C. Have someone outside of the vehicle direct you

B. Look over your right shoulder

WHEN BACKING UP YOUR CAR, YOU SHOULD: A. Use both rearview mirrors B. Look over your right shoulder through the rear window and back up slowly C. Look over your left shoulder through the rear window and back up slowly

B. Look over your right shoulder through the rear window and back up slowly

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF AN ONCOMING CAR AT NIGHT APPROACHES WITH ITS HIGH-BEAMS ON? A. Flash your high-beams quickly at the other driver B. Look toward the right edge of your lane C. Slow down and look straight ahead

B. Look toward the right edge of your lane

WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING IN THE LEFT OF TWO TRAFFIC LANES, AND MANY CARS ARE PASSING ON YOUR RIGHT, YOU SHOULD: A. Pull onto the left shoulder to let the other vehicles pass B. Move over into the right lane when it is safe C. Stay in your lane so you will not impede the traffic flow

B. Move over into the right lane when it is safe

DURING THE FIRST 12 MONTHS AFTER YOU ARE LICENSED, YOU MAY: A. Drive unaccompanied at any time B. Not transport passengers under age 20 between11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unaccompanied C. Transport minors unaccompanied at any time

B. Not transport passengers under age 20 between11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unaccompanied

WHERE SHOULD YOU PARK WHEN YOUR TIRE SUDDENLY DEFLATES ON A HIGHWAY? A. In the right-hand lane B. Off the pavement C. Where your car will be visible for 200 feet from the front

B. Off the pavement

A PERSON BETWEEN 13 AND 18 YEARS OF AGE MAY HAVE HIS OR HER DRIVING PRIVILEGE SUSPENDED OR DELAYED FOR _______ IF CONVICTED AS A HABITUAL TRUANT. A. Three months B. One year C. Six months D. Nine months

B. One year

TWO SETS OF SOLID DOUBLE YELLOW LINES TWO FEET OR MORE APART: A. May only be crossed to enter a private driveway B. Should be treated like a solid wall and not be crossed C. Denote a lane for beginning or ending left-hand turns

B. Should be treated like a solid wall and not be crossed

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

IF AN ONCOMING VEHICLE HAS STARTED TO TURN LEFT IN FRONT OF YOU: A. Maintain your speed and take your right-of-way B. Slow or stop your car to prevent an accident C. Honk your horn to warn the other driver and maintain your speed

B. Slow or stop your car to prevent an accident

USE YOUR HEADLIGHTS ON RAINY, SNOWY, OR FOGGY DAYS: A. On the high-beam setting B. So other drivers can see you C. To warn others of bad conditions

B. So other drivers can see you

YOU SHOULD CHECK TRAFFIC BEHIND YOU: A. Only on a freeway or highway B. So you will know if you are being tailgated C. Only when you are slowing down

B. So you will know if you are being tailgated

OTHER DRIVERS ARE NOT MAKING ROOM FOR YOU TO MERGE ONTO A FREEWAY WITH HEAVY TRAFFIC. IF IT IS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY, YOU MAY: A. Make room by forcing your way into a small gap B. Stop before merging with freeway traffic C. Drive onto a freeway shoulder until a gap appears

B. Stop before merging with freeway traffic

A RIGHT TURN STARTS IN THE RIGHT-HAND LANE AND END IN: A.The left lane B. The lane closest to the curb C. Any lane available

B. The lane closest to the curb

TO TURN RIGHT ONTO A TWO-WAY STREET FROM A TWO-WAY STREET, START IN THE RIGHT LANE AND END IN: A. The left lane B. The lane closest to the curb C. Any lane that is available

B. The lane closest to the curb

WHEN CAN YOU DRIVE USING ONLY YOUR PARKING LIGHTS? A. 30 minutes after sunset or 30 minutes before sunrise B. Under no circumstances C. On foggy days when visibility is low

B. Under no circumstances

WHEN WAITING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, YOU SHOULD GIVE THE RIGHT-OF-WAY TO VEHICLES COMING FROM THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION: A. Until at least two vehicles have passed B. Until dangerously close cars have passed C. Until all of the cars have passed

B. Until dangerously close cars have passed

. WHEN YOU ENTER A FREEWAY, YOU SHOULD CHECK TRAFFIC BY USING: A. The inside and outside mirrors only B. Only your rearview mirrors C. All mirrors and turning your head

C. All mirrors and turning your head

YOU MUST YIELD TO A PEDESTRIAN USING A WHITE CANE OF GUIDE DOG: A. Only when the pedestrian is obeying traffic controls B. Only when a guide dog is leading the person across a street C. At all times

C. At all times

YOU MAY CROSS A DOUBLE YELLOW LINE TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE IF THE LINE IS: A. Solid on your side B. Solid on both sides C. Broken on your side

C. Broken on your side

YOU MUST SIGNAL CONTINUOUSLY DURING THE LAST 100 FEET BEFORE YOU TURN AT AN INTERSECTION: A. Unless your turn is protected by a green arrow B. Unless you are in a designated turn lane C. Even if you do not see other vehicles around

C. Even if you do not see other vehicles around

IF YOU HAVE TROUBLE SEEING OTHER VEHICLES BECAUSE OF DUST, PRECIPITATION, OR SMOKE BLOWING ACROSS THE ROADWAY, YOU SHOULD DRIVE SLOWER AND TURN ON YOUR: A. Parking lights B. Interior lights C. Headlights

C. Headlights

IF YOU ARE BEING TAILGATED, YOU SHOULD: A. Brake quickly B. Signal the tailgater when it is safe to pass you C. Increase your following distance

C. Increase your following distance

HIGHWAYS ARE MOST SLIPPERY: A. During a heavy rainstorm B. During a light rain C. Just when it starts to rain after a dry spell

C. Just when it starts to rain after a dry spell

U-TURNS IN BUSINESS DISTRICTS ARE: A. Always illegal because they are dangerous B. Legal if the businesses are churches, apartments, or clubs C. Legal at intersections, unless a sign prohibits them

C. Legal at intersections, unless a sign prohibits them

IF A PERSON IS CROSSING THE STREET AT A CORNER WITHOUT CROSSWALKS, YOU SHOULD: A.Take the right-of-way B. Slow down and proceed with care C. Let the person have the right-of-way D. Stop four feet from the corner

C. Let the person have the right-of-way

WHEN SHARING THE ROAD WITH A TROLLEY OR LIGHT RAIL VEHICLE: A. Remember they are loud and move slowly like freight trains B. Always pass a light rail vehicle or trolley slowly on the right C. Never turn in front of an approaching trolley or light rail vehicle

C. Never turn in front of an approaching trolley or light rail vehicle

WHEN PLANNING TO PASS OTHER VEHICLES, YOU SHOULD: A. Assume they will maintain a constant speed B. Assume they will let you pass if you use your turn signal C. Not assume they will make space for you to return to your lane

C. Not assume they will make space for you to return to your lane

WHICH OF THESE STATEMENTS IS TRUE ABOUT SLIPPERY ROAD SURFACES? A. Bridges and overpasses freeze last B. Pavements are not slippery the first few minutes after it starts raining on a hot day C. On cold, wet days, shade from buildings or trees can hide spots of ice

C. On cold, wet days, shade from buildings or trees can hide spots of ice

TO SEE VEHICLES IN YOUR BLIND SPOTS, YOU MUST LOOK: A. In your inside rearview mirror B. In your side mirrors C. Over your shoulders

C. Over your shoulders

IF YOU ARE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, YOU MUST EXCHANGE WITH THE OTHER PERSON(S) INVOLVED YOUR DRIVERS LICENSE INFORMATION AND: A. Proof of insurance only B. Proof of insurance and vehicle registration only C. Proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and current address

C. Proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and current address

WHEN DRIVING ON A SLIPPERY SURFACE SUCH AS SNOW OR ICE: A. Maintain traction by following other vehicles closely B. Pump your brakes to keep them from freezing C. Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills

C. Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills

IF YOUR VEHICLE STARTS TO HYDROPLANE, YOU SHOULD: A. Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction B. Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding C. Slow down gradually and don't apply the brakes

C. Slow down gradually and don't apply the brakes

EVEN IF YOU KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CAN MANEUVER A SHARP CURVE AT THE LEGAL SPEED LIMIT, YOU SHOULD SLOW DOWN BECAUSE: A. You must legally drive below the speed limit on sharp curves B. The strong inward pull on your vehicle can be dangerous C. There may be a stalled car or accident ahead that you can't see

C. There may be a stalled car or accident ahead that you can't see

TO ENSURE THE LANE NEXT TO YOU IS CLEAR WHEN YOU WANT TO CHANGE LANES: A. Turn your head and look over the right shoulder B. Look into the rearview mirror only C. Turn your head and look in the lane you are going to enter

C. Turn your head and look in the lane you are going to enter

MOST SERIOUS ACCIDENTS HAPPEN AT WHAT TIME OF DAY? A. Morning B. Afternoon C. Twilight-Darkness D. Serious accidents happen at about the same rate throughout the day

C. Twilight-Darkness

YOU ARE DRIVING IN AN AREA WITH FEW STREET LIGHTS ON A CLEAR NIGHT. IF YOU CANNOT SEE WELL WITH YOUR LOW-BEAM HEADLIGHTS, WHICH OF THESE ACTIONS WOULD HELP? A. Adjusting your instrument lights so they are brighter B. Turning on your vehicle's parking lights C. Using your high-beams

C. Using your high-beams

WHEN TRAFFIC IS SLOW AND HEAVY AND YOU MUST CROSS RAILROAD TRACKS BEFORE REACHING THE UPCOMING INTERSECTION, YOU SHOULD: A. Stop between the crossing gates in case they close B. Stop on the tracks and wait for your light to turn green C. Wait until you can completely cross the tracks before proceeding

C. Wait until you can completely cross the tracks before proceeding

WHICH OF THESE STATEMENTS IS NOT TRUE ABOUT ROAD CONSTRUCTION ZONES? A. Road work equipment is painted orange B. You may see a person using a flag or holding a paddle with words STOP or SLOW. C. White signs indicate closed lanes and roadwork ahead

C. White signs indicate closed lanes and roadwork ahead

YOU SHOULD USUALLY DRIVE SLOWER WHEN: A. Passing large trucks on the freeway B. You want to look at a controlled accident scene C. You see brake lights coming on several vehicles ahead of you

C. You see brake lights coming on several vehicles ahead of you

AFTER PASSING A CAR, IT IS SAFE TO RETURN TO YOUR LANE WHEN: A. You signal for four seconds with your intention to return to your lane B. The driver signals you to return to your lane C. You see the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror

C. You see the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE A PROVISIONAL LICENSE AND GET THREE SPEEDING CONVICTIONS? A. A licensed adult driver must supervise your driving B. You will be sent a warning letter C. Your driving privilege will be suspended D. Your parents will cancel your license

C. Your driving privilege will be suspended

FLASH FLOODS CAN CAUSE VEHICLES TO FLOAT AND FILL WITH WATER, TRAPPING AND DROWNING PEOPLE. WHILE ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS AT NIGHT AND IN DEEP WATER, EVEN ____ INCHES OF WATER CAN FLOAT SOME SMALL CARS. A. two B. four C. six D. eight

C. six

DRIVERS ABOUT TO PASS OTHERS SHOULD BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL OF PEDESTRIANS AND VEHICLES ENTERING THE ROAD AT: A. Crossroads, intersections and junctions B. Railroad crossings and stations C. Shopping center entrances and exits D. All of the above

D. All of the above

IF YOU EXPERIENCE SLIPPING, SKIDDING OR "HYDROPLANING" WHILE DRIVING, YOU SHOULD: A. Slowly ease the gas pedal B. Do not turn or stop quickly; turn slowly and only as needed C. Gently pump disc brakes or use ABS brakes as directed D. All of the above

D. All of the above

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOUR ACCELERATOR STICKS WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING? A. Concentrate on steering and seeing the road B. Pump the accelerator and try to clear any obstruction C. Shift to neutral, brake and stop off of the road; turn on flashers D. All of the above

D. All of the above

HOW SHOULD CHILDREN UNDER 13 YEARS OLD BE POSITIONED IN MOTOR VEHICLES? A. In the front seat, within reach of an adult driver B. In the front seat, secured by a seatbelt or child seat C. In the back seat, out of view of the driver D. In the back seat, secured by a seatbelt or child restraint seat

D. In the back seat, secured by a seatbelt or child restraint seat

WHEN YOU FOLLOW VEHICLES TOO CLOSELY AND ANOTHER DRIVER SUDDENLY CUTS IN FRONT OF YOU, WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? A. Swerve into the lane next to you B. Slam on your brakes C. Drive onto the shoulder of the road D. Take your foot off the gas pedal

D. Take your foot off the gas pedal

BEFORE TURNING LEFT, THE RIGHT-OF-WAY SHOULD BE GIVEN TO ONCOMING CARS: A. Until most cars have passed B. That are more than 500 ft away C. Unless they are turning right D. Until it is safe to turn

D. Until it is safe to turn