FREE California DMV Practice Test

Question 1 of 46

When driving on a dimly lit street at night, you should:

Turn on your high beam lights to better see the vehicles directly ahead of you.
Drive slowly enough to enable you to stop within the area illuminated by your headlights.
Keep your instrument panel lights bright to make you more visible to other drivers.
Drive close to the right edge of your lane.

Question 2 of 46

Highways are typically most slippery:

During a heavy rainstorm in the middle of the summer.
After it has even raining for a long time.
When it first starts to rain after a dry spell.
When the rain is sporadic.

Question 3 of 46

When driving a car equipped with airbags, you are safest when you:

Maintain a space of at least 10 inches between you and the steering wheel.
Drive with one hand on the gear shift.
Drive with your left arm on the armrest.
Maintain a space of at least 8 inches between you and the steering wheel.

Question 4 of 46

If the light at the intersection is a green left arrow, you may:

Stop and wait for the solid green light and go straight.
Make a protected turn in that direction.
Turn left or continue going straight.
Turn in that direction only after coming to a complete stop.

Question 5 of 46

You should use your horn when:

Another vehicle is in your way.
Another driver makes a mistake.
When passing a bicyclist.
It may help to prevent an accident.

Question 6 of 46

Which of the following statements is true about motorcyclists and motorists?

Motorcyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as other motorists.
Motorcycles are heavier than other vehicles and are less affected by wind and/or rain.
The smaller size of a motorcycle makes it easy for other motorists to tell how far away they are.
Motorcycles are less affected by changes in road conditions.

Question 7 of 46

This guide sign indicates the availability of

rest area
wheelchair access
hospital ahead
handicapped parking zone

Question 8 of 46

What does this sign indicate?

One way only
No left turns allowed
No U-turns allowed
No slowing down

Question 9 of 46

A green traffic sign marks what type of sign?

Guide
Regulatory
School
Warning

Question 10 of 46

What should you do if you see this sign?

Turn right immediately
Stop and allow entering traffic to proceed
Put on your right turn signal
Slow down and check for entering traffic

Question 11 of 46

This yellow and black sign tells motorists that:

Another road crosses yours ahead.
There are medical services ahead.
There is a "T" intersection ahead.
They are approaching an exit.

Question 12 of 46

Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:

May complete their turn in either the left or the right lane.
Must stay in the right lane at all times.
Allow other vehicles to pass them on the right.
Often have to use a portion of the left lane to complete the turn.

Question 13 of 46

You should leave more space in front of your vehicle when following a large truck because:

Their heavier weight allows them to stop more quickly than you.
You need the extra space to see around the truck.
You will get caught in the wind draft caused by the truck if you follow too closely.
The exhaust from the truck will fog your windshield.

Question 14 of 46

If you arrive at an intersection where the traffic light is not functioning, you should:

Come to a complete stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.
Stop before entering the intersection and let all other traffic move before proceeding.
Avoid interfering with other traffic by making a right turn.
Reduce your speed and stop, if necessary.

Question 15 of 46

If you are involved in a collision, you are required by law to exchange with the other person(s) involved your driver’s license information and:

Proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and current address.
Proof of insurance only.
Proof of insurance and vehicle registration only.
Address and phone number.

Question 16 of 46

You should signal continuously while turning because it:

Is illegal to turn off your signal before completing a turn.
Is always unsafe to turn off a signal before completing a turn.
Is impossible to cancel the signal physically until you have completed the turn.
Lets other drivers know what your intentions are.

Question 17 of 46

Slowing down just to look at accidents or anything else out of the ordinary:

Prevents rear-end collisions.
Improves traffic flow by preventing accidents.
Demonstrates defensive driving behavior.
Causes traffic congestion.

Question 18 of 46

You should usually reduce your speed when:

Passing large trucks on the highway.
You see brake lights coming on several vehicles ahead of you.
You are talking on your cell phone.
You want to look at a controlled accident scene.

Question 19 of 46

This sign indicates

Interstate 44 is ahead
The off-ramp leads to Route 44
The exit is 44 miles ahead
Go right to take Exit 44

Question 20 of 46

Following closely behind another vehicle (tailgating):

Increases fuel efficiency.
Is a common cause of rear-end collisions.
Helps traffic move smoothly.
Increases visibility in fog.

Question 21 of 46

What does this sign represent?

Right lane ends
Added lane
Divided highway
Merging traffic

Question 22 of 46

You may drive using only your parking lights:

In no circumstances.
30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise.
On foggy days when visibility is low.
In the rain.

Question 23 of 46

You must make a written Report of a Traffic Accident (SR1) to DMV within 10 days if you:

Plan on being out of the state for more than 30 days.
Are in an accident that results in at least $1000 worth of damage.
Refinance the balance remaining on your auto loan.
Have a driver's license issued by another state.

Question 24 of 46

When backing out of a parking space, drive slowly and:

Use your rear view mirror to guide you.
Keep your foot on the brake.
Use your side view mirrors to guide you.
Look over your right shoulder as you back up.

Question 25 of 46

Always look carefully for motorcycles before changing lanes because:

They usually have the right-of-way at intersections.
Their smaller size makes them more difficult to see.
They are allowed to pass you on the right.
It is illegal for motorcycles to share traffic lanes.

Question 26 of 46

You are planning to make a left turn from a dedicated left-turn lane when the light turns to a yellow arrow. You should:

Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears.
Speed up to get through the intersection.
Stop and not turn under any circumstances.
Use caution to make the turn.

Question 27 of 46

When you approach a crosswalk where a blind pedestrian is waiting to cross, you must stop:

More than five feet from the crosswalk so the pedestrian will not be distracted by the sound of your engine.
At the crosswalk and then tell the pedestrian when it is safe to cross the street.
At the crosswalk and wait for the pedestrian to cross.
At the crosswalk after sounding your horn to alert the pedestrian to your presence.

Question 28 of 46

You can be cited for speeding when driving 45 mph in a 55 mph zone:

Only if you are approaching a sharp curve in the road.
If that speed is unsafe for the current road conditions.
Under no circumstances; it is always legal to drive at or near the speed limit.
If you are following an emergency vehicle.

Question 29 of 46

If a police officer is signaling you to continue driving through a red light, you should:

Wait for the green light.
Stop first. Then follow the officer's directions.
Follow the officer's directions.
Stop and then make a right turn.

Question 30 of 46

An orange traffic sign marks:

A warning
Construction
Direction
Motorist services

Question 31 of 46

You are stopped at a red light. When the light changes to green, there are still vehicles in the intersection. You should:

Avoid the other vehicles by making a right turn.
Move ahead only if you can go around the other vehicles safely.
Enter the intersection and wait for the other vehicles to clear.
Wait until all of the vehicles clear the intersection before you enter.

Question 32 of 46

If you are involved in a collision, you are required by law to exchange your driver’s license information with:

Witnesses.
Security guards.
Others involved in the collision.
Your passengers.

Question 33 of 46

The following yellow and black sign means:

One-lane road ahead.
Lane ends ahead.
Merging lane ahead.
Road narrows ahead.

Question 34 of 46

Large trucks are most likely to lose speed and cause a hazard:

On long, gradual curves.
Going up long steep hills.
Going down long, gradual hills.
When using an acceleration lane.

Question 35 of 46

Smoking inside a vehicle when a person younger than 18 years of age is present:

Illegal at all times.
Legal, if it is your child.
Not restricted by law.
Permitted if the windows are open.

Question 36 of 46

What does this sign indicate?

Crossroads ahead
No left turns allowed
Railroad crossing ahead
Four way stop ahead

Question 37 of 46

What does this sign mean?

Railroad crossing
School crossing
Pedestrian crossing
Truck route

Question 38 of 46

When you change lanes or merge with another lane, you:

Have the right-of-way.
Need at least a 4-second gap in traffic.
Should stop and check for cross traffic.
Should rely on your rear view mirror to determine when it is safe.

Question 39 of 46

The “three-second rule” applies to the space ________ of your vehicle.

Behind.
Around.
Ahead.
To the sides.

Question 40 of 46

You must notify law enforcement and make a written report (SR1) to DMV when:

You intend to file a certificate of non operation for your vehicle.
Your vehicle is towed for parking illegally.
You have an accident that does not involve another driver.
You have an accident causing injury or death.

Question 41 of 46

An orange traffic sign marks:

A warning
Construction
Direction
Motorist services

Question 42 of 46

You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they:

Must ride facing oncoming traffic.
Illegally share lanes with motor. Vehicles.
Are entitled to share the road with you.
Tend to draft off faster moving vehicles.

Question 43 of 46

If you are driving in slow, heavy traffic and must cross a railroad track before reaching an upcoming intersection, you should:

Wait until you can completely clear the railroad tracks before continuing.
Stop between the crossing gates in case they should close.
Stop on the tracks until there is room in the intersection beyond them.
Seek an alternate route.

Question 44 of 46

When you enter traffic from a full stop (e.g. Pulling away from the curb), you:

Should drive more slowly than traffic for 200 feet.
Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic.
Should wait for the first vehicle to pass and then pull into the lane.
Nose into traffic to signal other drivers to make room for you.

Question 45 of 46

Which of the following increases your chances of having an accident?

Continually changing lanes to pass other vehicles.
Looking over your shoulder when making lane changes.
Adjusting your rearview mirror before you start driving.
Driving near the right edge of your lane.

Question 46 of 46

When you enter traffic from a stop (ex: pulling away from the curb), you:

Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 feet
Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic
Should wait for the first vehicle to pass, then pull into the lane
Should expect other drivers to make room for you to enter traffic

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