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California DMV Exam

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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. If there is a deep puddle in the road ahead - you should...
Look to the sides of your vehicle to see What is coming.
You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
If there is enough road between the curb and the vehicle to do so
Steer your vehicle around the way - if possible.

2. Two sets of solid - double - yellow lines that are two or more feet apart...
Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
May not be crossed for any reason.
Next to the broken line may pass.
They may not see you

3. If you are involved in a traffic collision - you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV...
If there is property damage in excess of $750 or if there are any injuries.
Under no circumstances
They may not see you
When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right.

4. Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications?
Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
Your side of the road is a broken line.
An exit lane
Most cold medications can make a person drowsy

5. When merging onto a freeway - you should be driving...
In an unmarked crosswalk.
At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop
Next to a red painted curb.

6. The speed limit for a school zone is ___ - unless other posted.
25 MPH
At all times.
Sell or transfer your vehicle
No faster than 65 mph.

7. You must make a written report (SR 1) to DMV when...
You have a collision and there is an injury or death
In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it
0.01%- one hundredth of one percent
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.

8. Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
Sell or transfer your vehicle
Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.

9. 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...
15 MPH
Drive to the side of the road and stop in the designated area.
Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.
Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.

10. When looking ahead while driving - you should...
Scan from side to side
Should make room for the merging vehicles - if possible.
Any time a train may be approaching - whether or not you can see it.
You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry.

11. 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...
May not be crossed for any reason.
15 mph
Look over your shoulder in the lane you want to enter
May have to swing wide to complete the right turn

12. You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you...
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
Steer your vehicle around the way - if possible.
Turned to the right (away from the street)
Sell or transfer your vehicle

13. Which of the following is true about large trucks?
Drive to the side of the road and stop in the designated area.
Trucks often appear to travel slower because of their large size
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop
Under no circumstances.

14. To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street - you should start your turn from...
A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6000 pounds.
Slow down and let the car pass - then pass the bicyclist.
The lane closest to the left curb
Scan from side to side

15. 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...
At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic
Most cold medications can make a person drowsy
An exit lane
100

16. Instructions from school crossing guards must be obeyed...
At all times
Look over your shoulder in the lane you want to enter
Sell or transfer your vehicle
Give the right of way to traffic on the road you are entering or crossing

17. When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper)...
A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6000 pounds.
5
You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry.
Increase your chances of an accident.

18. You may not park your vehicle...
Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.
5
Next to a red painted curb.
Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.

19. If you are convicted by the court of a first DUI...
Signal during the last 100 feet beore you turn.
Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.
At all times
Sell or transfer your vehicle

20. You drive defensively when you...
At all times.
Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.
You have a collision and there is an injury or death
Under no circumstances.

21. 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...
Often to see how traffic is moving behind you
Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
Pull up to the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine
Under no circumstances.

22. You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.
Increase your chances of an accident.
Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
Leave a note on the vehicle and report the accident without delay to the city police or - in unincorporated areas - to the CHP.
100

23. You have had your license for eight months. You may...
Drive between 5:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. unaccompanied
The first rain after a dry spell.
10 to 15 seconds.
Signal for 100 feet before turning

24. When you change lanes or merge with another lane - you...
25 mph
Need at least a 4-second gap in traffic.
Next to a red painted curb.
Stop then proceed when all pedestrians have crossed

25. This red sign (YIELD) means you should...
Give the right of way to traffic on the road you are entering or crossing
Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.
Must be marked with a red flag or lights.
The first rain after a dry spell.

26. You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions...
At all times
An exit lane
Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
Increase your chances of an accident.

27. Cargo extending more than four feat from your rear bumper...
When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right.
Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
An exit lane
Must be marked with a red flag or lights.

28. For Which of the following traffic lights must you always stop your vehicle?
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
You are approaching a railroad crossing
No faster than 65 mph.
Solid red lights - flashing red lights - and blacked-out traffic lights.

29. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars - you will...
0.01%- one hundredth of one percent
Increase your chances of an accident.
Trucks often appear to travel slower because of their large size
Be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk.

30. You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive...
Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
Steer your vehicle around the way - if possible.
A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6000 pounds.
They may not see you

31. You should adjust your rear-view and side mirrors...
Leave a note on the vehicle and report the accident without delay to the city police or - in unincorporated areas - to the CHP.
Let the call go to voicemail.
Solid red lights - flashing red lights - and blacked-out traffic lights.
Before you start driving

32. You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle...
May not be crossed for any reason.
An exit lane
Under no circumstances
You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.

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

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34. You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should...
Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.
Solid red lights - flashing red lights - and blacked-out traffic lights.
Under no circumstances.
Slow down or stop - if necessary - and then make the turn.

35. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 MPH. The traffic is traveling at 70 MPH. You may legally drive...
Signal for 100 feet before turning
No faster than 65 mph.
Signal during the last 100 feet beore you turn.
15 MPH

36. You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you...
Next to the broken line may pass.
Sell or transfer your vehicle
Signal during the last 100 feet beore you turn.
15 mph

37. You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means...
The vehicle on the through road
Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.
100
Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

38. California's 'Basic Speed Law' says...
Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears.
An exit lane
May have to swing wide to complete the right turn
You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

39. To turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street - start from...
You are approaching a railroad crossing
The far left lane.
At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.
Need at least a 4-second gap in traffic.

40. You must obey instructions from school crossing guards...
Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.
At all times.
Look over your shoulder in the lane you want to enter
An exit lane

41. When can you drive in a bike lane?
5
When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right.
Give the right of way to traffic on the road you are entering or crossing
Steer your vehicle around the way - if possible.

42. The California driver handbook recommends several tips to help you keep alert on long drives. One of these tips is...
Stop and let him/her finish crossing the street.
Low beams.
Slow down and let the car pass - then pass the bicyclist.
Pull off the road and rest

43. If you have a green light - but traffic is blocking the intersection - you should...
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
Any time a train may be approaching - whether or not you can see it.
You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.
Low beams.

44. 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...
Drive to the right edge of the road and stop
No faster than 65 mph
A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6000 pounds.
At all times.

45. 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...
Imprisonment and/or fine of at least $2000.
The first rain after a dry spell.
Stop and let him/her finish crossing the street.
If there is enough road between the curb and the vehicle to do so

46. Your wheels should be pointed straight ahead - unless you are...
Be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk.
Parked on a hill or sloping driveway
Signal for 100 feet before turning
Headlights.

47. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
Under no circumstances.
Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
They may not see you

48. Check your rear-view mirrors...
In an unmarked crosswalk.
Leave a note on the vehicle and report the accident without delay to the city police or - in unincorporated areas - to the CHP.
Any time a train may be approaching - whether or not you can see it.
Often to see how traffic is moving behind you

49. You may cross a double - yellow line to pass another vehicle - if the yellow line next to...
You are approaching a railroad crossing
Come to a complete stop - then proceed when it is safe.
Your side of the road is a broken line.
In an unmarked crosswalk.

50. When you see this yellow sign (CHILDREN CROSSING) - you should...
Pull up to the crosswalk so the person can hear your engine
Pull off the road and rest
Be prepared to stop if children are in the crosswalk.
Often to see how traffic is moving behind you