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






2. When driving in fog - you should use your...






3. You drive defensively when you...






4. 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...






5. The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is...






6. 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?






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






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






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






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






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






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






13. When you change lanes or merge with another lane - you...






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






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






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






17. 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...






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






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






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






21. Roadways are the most slippery...






22. When driving in fog - use your...






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






24. 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...






25. 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...






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






33. You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive...






34. 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...






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






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






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






38. 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...






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






40. Should you always drive slower than other traffic?






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






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






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






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






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






46. The California driver handbook recommends several tips to help you keep alert on long drives. One of these tips is...






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

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






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






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