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California DMV Exam

Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
  • If you are not ready to take this test, you can study here.
  • 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. Check your rear-view mirrors...






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






3. You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if...






4. You may legally block an intersection...






5. You are driving in the far right lane of a multilane freeway. A line of five cars is merging into your lane ahead from an on-ramp. You...






6. 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...






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






8. You should adjust your rear-view and side mirrors...






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






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






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






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






13. You may legally park your car...






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






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






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






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






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






19. It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway reducing your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your...






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






21. When can you drive in a bike lane?






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






23. A white painted curb means...






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






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






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






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






28. You must obey instructions from school crossing guards...






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






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






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






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






33. 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...






34. You may not park your vehicle...






35. If there is a deep puddle in the road ahead - you should...






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






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






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






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






40. You are being chased by a police vehicle with its lights and sirens activated. You ignore the warning to stop and speed away. During the chase - a person is seriously injured. You are subject to...






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






42. Which of the following is true about large trucks?






43. What blocks the smooth flow of traffic?






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






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






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






47. You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions...






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






49. Roadways are the most slippery...






50. You are driving on a city street and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do?