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






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






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






4. 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...






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






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






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






8. You may legally park your car...






9. 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...






10. Cargo extending more than four feat from your rear bumper...






11. A white painted curb means...






12. 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...






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






20. 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...






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






29. You may not park your vehicle...






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






31. You drive defensively when you...






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






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






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






35. What blocks the smooth flow of traffic?






36. When can you drive in a bike lane?






37. 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...






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






39. Roadways are the most slippery...






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






41. You may legally block an intersection...






42. Check your rear-view mirrors...






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






44. When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street.






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






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


47. 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...






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






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






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