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California DMV Exam

Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
  • Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.

This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb - your front wheels should be...






2. When a traffic signal light is not working at an intersection - you should...






3. This yellow sign (RAILROAD CROSS SIGN) means...






4. Which of these statements is true about child passengers?






5. If you plan to pass another vehicle - you should...






6. If you want to pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when an oncoming car is approaching...






7. This red sign (YIELD) means you should...






8. To turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street - start from...






9. The speed limit for a school zone is ___ - unless other posted.






10. 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...






11. A white painted curb means...






12. At intersections - crosswalks - and railroad crossings - you should always...






13. When looking ahead while driving - you should...






14. Two sets of solid - double - yellow lines that are two or more feet apart...






15. You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and...






16. With a Class C drivers license a person may drive...






17. What blocks the smooth flow of traffic?






18. You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means...






19. 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...






20. California's 'Basic Speed Law' says...






21. You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.






22. You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you...






23. You have had your license for eight months. You may...






24. You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should...






25. You should stop before crossing railroad tracks...






26. When you see this yellow sign (CHILDREN CROSSING) - you should...






27. Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications?






28. When merging onto a freeway - you should be driving...






29. You may legally block an intersection...






30. 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...






31. You must make a written report (SR 1) to DMV when...






32. You may not park your vehicle...






33. 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...






34. All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?






35. The speed limit in any alley is...






36. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?






37. You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle...






38. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive...






39. A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck...






40. It is illegal to park your vehicle...






41. 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?






42. Instructions from school crossing guards must be obeyed...






43. You drive defensively when you...






44. If you have a green light - but traffic is blocking the intersection...






45. To be sure a lane is clear before you change lanes - you should...






46. You may cross a double - yellow line to pass another vehicle - if the yellow line next to...






47. To avoid last minute moves - you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ______________.






48. You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you...






49. It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration that is __ or more.






50. Give extra space to drivers backing out of parking spaces because...