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California DMV Exam

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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. You may cross a double - yellow line to pass another vehicle - if the yellow line next to...
You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
15 mph
Your side of the road is a broken line.
Next to the broken line may pass.

2. All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?
Check traffic in all directions before proceeding.
At all times
Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears.
You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

3. Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when...

4. You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should...
Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
Next to the broken line may pass.
Slow down or stop - if necessary - and then make the turn.
The far left lane.

5. You must make a written report (SR 1) to DMV when...
You have a collision and there is an injury or death
The vehicle on the through road
Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
If there is enough road between the curb and the vehicle to do so

6. When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper)...
May not be crossed for any reason.
10 to 15 seconds.
You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry.
Loading zone for passengers or mail only.

7. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. Most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster. You may legally drive...
Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
No faster than 65 mph
Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
At all times.

8. You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you...
Before you start driving
15 mph
May not be crossed for any reason.
Sell or transfer your vehicle

9. When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street.
Most cold medications can make a person drowsy
At all times
Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
You are approaching a railroad crossing

10. If you are a minor and your cell phone rings while you are driving - you should...
Sell or transfer your vehicle
Let the call go to voicemail.
You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry.
At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.

11. A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should...
You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry.
Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.

12. You may legally block an intersection...
Before you start driving
Trucks often appear to travel slower because of their large size
Look to the sides of your vehicle to see What is coming.
Under no circumstances.

13. You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is...
Look over your shoulder in the lane you want to enter
15 mph
Your side of the road is a broken line.
Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.

14. You have had your license for eight months. You may...
Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.
Drive between 5:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. unaccompanied
At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic
In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it

15. If you are involved in a traffic collision - you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV...
Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.
0.01%- one hundredth of one percent
If there is property damage in excess of $750 or if there are any injuries.

16. You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.
Your side of the road is a broken line.
100
You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6000 pounds.

17. Roadways are the most slippery...
Low beams
In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it
The first rain after a dry spell.
An exit lane

18. It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration that is __ or more.
0.01%- one hundredth of one percent
The vehicle on the through road
Check traffic in all directions before proceeding.
At all times

19. You may legally park your car...
When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right.
In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it
A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6000 pounds.
At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.

20. Instructions from school crossing guards must be obeyed...
Under no circumstances
At all times
Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
Children under age one should not ride in the front seat in air bag-equiped vechicles.

21. A white painted curb means...
Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears.
Loading zone for passengers or mail only.
Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
5

22. You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle...
You are approaching a railroad crossing
Parked on a hill or sloping driveway
Under no circumstances
25 MPH

23. Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
Headlights.
Steer your vehicle around the way - if possible.
Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
Stop then proceed when all pedestrians have crossed

24. You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and...
Signal for 100 feet before turning
Before you start driving
Under no circumstances
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.

25. If you plan to pass another vehicle - you should...
Slow down or stop - if necessary - and then make the turn.
Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.
The lane closest to the left curb
Look to the sides of your vehicle to see What is coming.

26. The speed limit in any alley is...
Turned to the right (away from the street)
15 MPH
In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it
Slow down or stop - if necessary - and then make the turn.

27. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive...
No faster than 65 mph.
Leave a note on the vehicle and report the accident without delay to the city police or - in unincorporated areas - to the CHP.
5
Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears.

28. Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6000 pounds.
Traffic on the street moves to the left.
No - you can block traffic when you drive too slowly

29. When driving in fog - use your...
If there is enough road between the curb and the vehicle to do so
0.01%- one hundredth of one percent
Turned to the right (away from the street)
Low beams

30. A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles...
The first rain after a dry spell.
Headlights.
Next to the broken line may pass.
Sell or transfer your vehicle

31. You are on a two-way road and the vehicle ahead of you is turning left into a driveway. You may legally pass the vehicle on the right...
If there is enough road between the curb and the vehicle to do so
Leave a note on the vehicle and report the accident without delay to the city police or - in unincorporated areas - to the CHP.
Imprisonment and/or fine of at least $2000.
Signal for 100 feet before turning

32. You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions...
Most cold medications can make a person drowsy
Pull off the road and rest
In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it
At all times

33. There are five vehicles following closely behind you on a road with one lane in your direction. When you see this white sign (SLOWER TRAFFIC USE TURNOUTS) - you should...
0.01%- one hundredth of one percent
Increase your chances of an accident.
Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
Drive to the side of the road and stop in the designated area.

34. Give extra space to drivers backing out of parking spaces because...
They may not see you
Headlights.
Increase your chances of an accident.
You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry.

35. When you see this yellow sign (CHILDREN CROSSING) - you should...
Often to see how traffic is moving behind you
Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
Steer your vehicle around the way - if possible.
Be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk.

36. When driving in fog - you should use your...
Come to a complete stop - then proceed when it is safe.
They may not see you
Steer your vehicle around the way - if possible.
Low beams.

37. The speed limit for a school zone is ___ - unless other posted.
Increase your chances of an accident.
When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right.
25 MPH
Check traffic in all directions before proceeding.

38. Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications?
Most cold medications can make a person drowsy
An exit lane
May not be crossed for any reason.
Pull up to the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine

39. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars - you will...
Drive to the side of the road and stop in the designated area.
Increase your chances of an accident.
Any time a train may be approaching - whether or not you can see it.
Drive between 5:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. unaccompanied

40. If you have a green light - but traffic is blocking the intersection - you should...
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears.
Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.
15 MPH

41. The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is...
Under no circumstances.
Scan from side to side
Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
Traffic on the street moves to the left.

42. If you want to pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when an oncoming car is approaching...
Increase your chances of an accident.
At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic
Slow down and let the car pass - then pass the bicyclist.
In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it

43. A pedestrian Who is blind or visually impaired uses traffic sounds before deciding to cross the street. If you see a pedestrian with a guide dog or white cane waiting to cross at a corner - you should...
Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.
Pull up to the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine
Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.

44. To avoid last minute moves - you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ______________.
5
Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
10 to 15 seconds.
At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic

45. Two vehicles are approaching an uncontrolled 'T' intersection. One vehicle is on the the through road and the other is on the road that ends. Who has the right of way at the intersection?
The vehicle on the through road
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop
The far left lane.

46. Which of these statements is true about child passengers?
In an unmarked crosswalk.
You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.
Children under age one should not ride in the front seat in air bag-equiped vechicles.
Slowing down to look at an accident scene

47. You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You must...
Leave a note on the vehicle and report the accident without delay to the city police or - in unincorporated areas - to the CHP.
Signal for 100 feet before turning
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
Increase your chances of an accident.

48. With a Class C drivers license a person may drive...
Your side of the road is a broken line.
A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6000 pounds.
The lane closest to the left curb
Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.

49. You must obey instructions from school crossing guards...
100
At all times.
Headlights.
At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.

50. You may not park your vehicle...
Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
15 mph
25 mph
Next to a red painted curb.