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






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






3. The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do?






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






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






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






7. 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?






8. If you are convicted by the court of a first DUI...






9. When you see this red sign (STOP SIGN) - you should stop and...






10. When you are merging onto the freeway - you should be driving...






11. A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should...






12. When can you drive in a bike lane?






13. When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb - your front wheels should be...






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






15. A white painted curb means...






16. You may legally block an intersection...






17. For Which of the following traffic lights must you always stop your vehicle?






18. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars - you will...






19. Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ____.






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






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






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






23. If you are involved in a traffic collision - you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV...






24. You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.






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






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






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






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






29. Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?






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






31. You are driving in the far right lane of a four-lane freeway and notice thick broken white lines on the left side of your lane. You are driving in...






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






33. Roadways are the most slippery...






34. 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...






35. To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street - you should start your turn from...






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






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






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






39. When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper)...






40. Your wheels should be pointed straight ahead - unless you are...






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

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






43. There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should...






44. If you are a minor and your cell phone rings while you are driving - you should...






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






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






47. 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...






48. What blocks the smooth flow of traffic?






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






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