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
