DMV Practice Test 4 - DMV Advantage

Question 1 of 54

What does this sign mean?

Circular intersection
U-turns allowed
Railroad crossing
School crossing

Question 2 of 54

Cargo extending more than four feet beyond your rear bumper:

Must be marked with red flags or lights.
Is illegal under all circumstances.
Is not permitted on freeways.
Must be marked only at night.

Question 3 of 54

Which of the following statements is true about large trucks?

Trucks have. Fewer blind spots due to the vehicle's height.
It is best to pass trucks very slowly and on the right side.
Following closely behind them saves you gas.
Trucks often appear to travel more slowly because of their large size.

Question 4 of 54

What should you do if you encounter this sign?

Slow to the speed limit and curve to the right
Take the curve then slow to the speed limit
Stop, honk your horn, then resume normal speed
Take the curve 35 feet ahead

Question 5 of 54

This orange and black sign means:

There is road work ahead.
You must change lanes ahead.
Do not pass.
There is a detour ahead.

Question 6 of 54

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a business district is:

35 mph.
30 mph.
25 mph.
20 mph.

Question 7 of 54

You should stop before crossing railroad tracks :

If your vehicle has three or more axles.
Even if the railroad tracks are out-of-service.
Any time a train may be approaching, whiter or not you can see it.
If you have small children in your vehicle.

Question 8 of 54

Which of these statement is true about children riding in your vehicle?

Children who are age 2 or older and weigh more than 20 pounds should ride in the front seat.
The front seat is generally the safest place in the car for children 6 years of age or older.
Children between the ages of 3 and 5 years of age should wear seat belts.
Children under the age of 1 should not ride in the front seat in vehicles equipped with airbags.

Question 9 of 54

Which of the following statements is always true about the use of your vehicle’s turn signals?

You should never use both electric and hand signals.
If you signal to change lanes, other drivers must create a space for you.
You do not have to signal to change lanes if the car behind you is more than 100 feet away.
You must always signal for a lane change.

Question 10 of 54

You may drive off the road to pass another vehicle:

If the vehicle ahead is turning left.
Under no circumstances.
If there are no pedestrians on the side of the road.
If there are two or more lanes moving in your direction.

Question 11 of 54

If a driver ahead of you is signaling in this manner, you know that he is:

Making a right turn.
Making a left turn.
Slowing down.
Driving straight through the intersection.

Question 12 of 54

You must always stop for which of the following traffic signals?

Steady red lights, red arrows, and flashing yellow lights.
Steady red lights, flashing red lights, and yellow lights.
Steady red lights, flashing red lights, and blacked-out traffic signals.
Steady red lights, steady yellow lights, and blacked-out traffic signals.

Question 13 of 54

Before exiting your parked vehicle from the traffic side of the vehicle, you should:

Signal with your arm that you are exiting your vehicle.
Look for passing vehicles, bicyclists, and motorcycles.
Turn on your left turn signal.
Wait for vehicles to move to a different lane.

Question 14 of 54

If you are detained or arrested for driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at or above the legal limit:

You may be asked to renew your driver's license.
You may be told to drive another type of vehicle.
You may be given a warning.
DMV can take an administrative action against your driving privilege.

Question 15 of 54

When you approach an intersection with a green light displayed, you notice vehicles already in the intersection. You should:

Partially enter the intersection to establish your right-of-way.
Move into the intersection and wait for the traffic to clear.
Stop before entering the intersection and wait until you can safely enter and cross the intersection.
Reduce your speed and drive around any vehicles remaining in the intersection.

Question 16 of 54

A brown traffic sign marks:

Public recreation
Motorist services
Direction
A warning

Question 17 of 54

Three of the most important times to check traffic behind you are:

Backing, changing lanes, or slowing down quickly.
Backing, making a sharp turn, or crossing an intersection.
Changing lanes, crossing intersections, or slowing down quickly.
Backing, crossing intersections, or slowing down quickly.

Question 18 of 54

If you see this sign, what should you do?

Avoid turning left
Avoid making a right turn
Stop completely before turning right
Turn around and proceed with caution

Question 19 of 54

Unless prohibited by a sign, it is legal to make a U-turn:

At an intersection on a one-way street.
At an intersection with a green light.
In front of a fire station.
In a school zone.

Question 20 of 54

What does this sign indicate?

No passing
No merging
No turning
No changing lanes

Question 21 of 54

The maximum speed limit for driving in ideal conditions is:

The speed at which you can maintain control of your vehicle.
The speed at which most other vehicles are moving.
The posted speed for the road or freeway you are using.
Whatever speed allows you to maintain a 2-car-length distance from the vehicle ahead of you.

Question 22 of 54

What does this sign represent?

National parks route
Exit here
State highway
U.S. route

Question 23 of 54

If you see a pedestrian in a mid-block crosswalk, you should know that:

The pedestrian must yield right-of-way to vehicles.
Vehicles have the right-of-way but are legally responsible for the pedestrian's safety.
Only pedestrians who are blind have the right-of-way in this situation.
The pedestrian has the right of way.

Question 24 of 54

What does this sign mean?

Reverse curve
Winding road
Yield
Side road

Question 25 of 54

Which of the following vehicles must stop before crossing any railroad tracks?

Vehicles driven by drivers under the age of 18.
Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a trailer.
Sport utility vehicles carrying four or more passengers.

Question 26 of 54

When driving in fog, snow, or rain, you should use your:

Low-beam headlights.
High-beam headlights.
Vehicle's GPS.
Running lights.

Question 27 of 54

You may legally drive in any carpool lane on the freeway if:

You are carrying the minimum number of passengers shown on the sign.
All other lanes are stopped with heavy traffic.
It is between the hours of 7 p.m. and 7am.
It is free of traffic.

Question 28 of 54

You have consented to be tested for the blood alcohol content of your blood, breath, or urine:

Whenever you drive in California.
Only if you have been drinking alcohol.
Only if you are under age 21.
Only if you are involved in an accident.

Question 29 of 54

If you see orange construction signs or cones on a freeway, you must:

Slow down because the lane ends ahead.
Change lanes and maintain your current speed.
Stay to the right.
Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead.

Question 30 of 54

What does this sign mean?

The road ends ahead
Four way stop
Traffic light ahead
One direction

Question 31 of 54

What does this sign mean?

Distance to the next stop
Yield ahead
Low clearance
Narrow bridge ahead

Question 32 of 54

When looking ahead of your vehicle while driving, you should:

Scan your surroundings.
Look straight ahead at all times.
Keep your eyes on the vehicle ahead of you.
Avoid looking in your rear ire mirror.

Question 33 of 54

A person may legally ride in the back of a pickup truck when:

The sides of the pickup bed are at least 24 inches high.
The back of the pickup is covered with a camper shell.
They are older than 18 years of age.
They are in secured seats and using approved safety belts.

Question 34 of 54

Which of the following statements is true about construction zones?

Fines are the same for violations committed in construction zones as in ordinary traffic.
You are responsible for the safety of the road workers.
Slow down only if you think workers are present.
Observe the work taking place while moving through a construction zone.

Question 35 of 54

A safety zone is the area specially marked to allow passengers to get on or off buses or trolleys. You may not drive through a safety zone:

At any time for any reason.
Only when a bus or trolley is present.
Only when a bus or trolley is unloading passengers.
During periods of rush hour traffic.

Question 36 of 54

What is the best action to take when there is heavy fog or dust?

Do not drive too slowly because other drivers may crash into you.
Try not to drive until conditions improve.
Alternate you high beams and low beams to improve visibility.
Use your emergency flashers.

Question 37 of 54

You should not cross a solid double yellow line in the center of the roadway to:

Make a left turn.
Pass another vehicle.
Enter an alley.
Enter a private driveway.

Question 38 of 54

You are approaching an intersection where the traffic signal is flashing red. You should:

Stop before entering the intersection and wait for the light to turn green before proceeding.
Stop before entering the intersection and proceed when it is safe to do so.
Continue driving cautiously through the intersection.
Continue driving cautiously if you are making a right turn.

Question 39 of 54

What should you do if you encounter this sign?

Swerve
Slow down
Stop completely
Pull off the road

Question 40 of 54

Yellow lines separate:

Traffic lanes on one-way streets.
All carpool lanes from regular traffic lanes.
Freeway exits from regular traffic lanes.
Traffic moving in opposite directions on two-way roadways.

Question 41 of 54

You should not enter an intersection if you know that you will block the intersection when the light turns red:

Under any circumstances.
Unless you entered the intersection while the light was yellow.
Unless you are making a right turn.
Unless you entered while the light was green.

Question 42 of 54

If you see this sign, what should you do?

Brake immediately no matter if a train is approaching or not
Speed up to cross the tracks and avoid getting hit by a train
Look for trains in both directions and be ready to stop if necessary
Slow down only if you see a train

Question 43 of 54

What should you do if you see this sign?

Do not proceed this way
Stop immediately
Honk your horn
Turn left

Question 44 of 54

When roads are slippery, you should:

Avoid making fast turns and quick stops.
Pump your brakes to test the traction of your tires.
Drive with your right tires on the shoulder of the road.
Decrease the distance that you look ahead of your vehicle.

Question 45 of 54

This sign indicates?

Railroad crossing
Traffic signal ahead
Divided highway ahead
Uncontrolled intersection ahead

Question 46 of 54

You are traveling on a road that ends at an uncontrolled T” intersection

The vehicle that arrives first.
The vehicle on the right.
The vehicle on the road with the higher speed limit.
The vehicle on the through road.

Question 47 of 54

You may make a left turn on a red light only from:

One-way street onto a two-way street.
One-way street onto a one-way street.
Two-way street onto a one-way street.
Two-way street onto a two-way street.

Question 48 of 54

You are moving on a two-way road, and the vehicle ahead of you is turning left into a driveway. You may pass the vehicle on the right:

If there is a green light.
Even if you must cross a solid white line painted on the road.
Even if you must drive in a bicycle lane to do so.
If there is enough road between the vehicle and the curb to allow you to pass.

Question 49 of 54

You must watch carefully for bicycles in traffic because they:

Must ride facing traffic.
Could be hidden in your blind spots.
Usually have right-of-way.
Their signal lights are difficult to see.

Question 50 of 54

What does this sign mean?

Slippery when wet
Winding road
Curvy road ahead
Uneven terrain

Question 51 of 54

Which of the following statements is always true about other drivers?

Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.
Drivers always obey traffic signs and signals.
Drivers always turn in the direction indicated by their turn signals.
Drivers always signal their intention to turn or change lanes.

Question 52 of 54

An orange and red sign in the shape of a triangle indicates:

That the vehicle displaying it has right-of-way.
The vehicle displaying it is a slow-moving vehicle.
Avoid passing this vehicle.
Shoulder work ahead.

Question 53 of 54

What should you do if you are in the left lane and see this sign?

Move into the far right lane
Maintain your speed but check for merging traffic
Slow down immediately
Accelerate and allow merging traffic to file in behind you

Question 54 of 54

How does a solid red traffic light differ from a red arrow traffic light?

Red arrows are only used to stop traffic making a left turn.
You are not allowed to turn on a red arrow after stopping.
Red arrows are only used for protected turn lanes.
Red arrows are only used to stop traffic making a right turn.

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