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California DMV permit practice test 10

25 questions written from the California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), covering road signs, right of way, turns and intersections, speed limits, following and passing and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions
  1. Question 1A yellow sign shows a black traffic light symbol. It warns:

    yellow and black and red and green diamond road sign
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    C: A traffic signal is ahead. This warning sign means there is a traffic signal ahead. Be prepared to stop. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Warning Signs, page 37.

  2. Question 2A vehicle ahead of you in the next lane is stopped at a crosswalk. What should you do?

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    C: Do not pass it; a pedestrian may be crossing where you can't see. Do not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk. You may not be able to see a pedestrian crossing in front of it. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Pedestrians, page 41.

  3. Question 3In a business district, a U-turn is allowed:

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    D: Only at an intersection, or at an opening on a divided highway. Do not make U-turns in business districts except at an intersection or on a divided highway where an opening is provided. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): U-TURN, page 20.

  4. Question 4On packed snow, you should reduce your speed by:

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    A: Half. On packed snow, reduce your speed by half. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Slippery Roads, page 61.

  5. Question 5You cannot change lanes to pass a bicyclist riding in your lane. What is the minimum space you must leave when passing?

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    B: Three feet. When you cannot change lanes to pass a bicyclist, allow at least three feet. If you can't give three feet, don't pass until you can. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Passing a Bicyclist, page 48.

  6. Question 6You are driving slower than other traffic on a multilane road. Which lane should you use?

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    C: The right lane. If you choose to drive slower than other traffic, drive in the right lane. When someone wants to go faster behind you, move to the right. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Heavy Traffic or Bad Weather, page 50.

  7. Question 7How close may you park to a sidewalk ramp for disabled persons?

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    C: Not within 3 feet. Never park within three feet of a sidewalk ramp for disabled persons. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Illegal Parking, page 28.

  8. Question 8In which direction must bicyclists ride on the road?

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    A: In the same direction as traffic. Bicyclists must ride in the same direction as traffic. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Bicyclist Responsibilities, page 47.

  9. Question 9What is hydroplaning?

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    B: When tires lose contact with the road and ride on water. Hydroplaning is when a vehicle rides on water because the tires lose all contact with the road. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Hydroplaning, page 62.

  10. Question 10A person under 21 may carry alcohol in a vehicle when:

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    B: Someone 21 or older is with them and the container is full, sealed, and unopened. Under 21, you may not carry alcohol in a vehicle unless a person 21 or older is with you and the container is full, sealed, and unopened (exception: working for someone with an off-site liquor sales license). California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Drivers Under 21, page 75.

  11. Question 11An adult driver's license may be suspended for a negligent driver point count of:

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    C: 4 points in 12 months, 6 in 24 months, or 8 in 36 months. As an adult, your license may be suspended for 4 points in 12 months, 6 points in 24 months, or 8 points in 36 months. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Points on Your Driver's Record, page 54.

  12. Question 12After a collision, what must you show the other driver and any officer?

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    B: Your driver's license, vehicle registration card, insurance information, and current address. Show your driver's license, registration card, insurance information, and current address to the other driver, law enforcement, and anyone else involved. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): What to Do if You Are in a Collision, page 77.

  13. Question 13How far should you sit from the steering wheel airbag cover?

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    D: At least 10 inches, measured from the center of the wheel to your breastbone. Ride at least 10 inches from the airbag cover, measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Air Bags, page 67.

  14. Question 14You are driving in a freeway lane marked with large broken lines. This usually means:

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    A: Be prepared to exit or for the lane to end. Ending freeway and street lanes are usually marked with large broken lines. Be prepared to exit or for the lane to end, and look for a sign telling you to exit or merge. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): End of Lane Markings, page 14.

  15. Question 15A yellow sign shows a red octagon with an arrow pointing up. It means:

    yellow and black and red diamond road sign
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    B: A stop sign is ahead. The Stop Ahead sign warns that a STOP sign is coming up, so prepare to stop. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Warning Signs, page 37.

  16. Question 16A pedestrian at the curb makes eye contact with you. This means they:

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    A: Are ready to cross, so yield. If a pedestrian makes eye contact with you, they are ready to cross the street. Yield to the pedestrian. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Pedestrians, page 41.

  17. Question 17Which is a legal place to turn around?

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    A: An intersection with a green light and no NO U-TURN sign. You may make a U-turn at an intersection on a green light or green arrow unless a NO U-TURN sign is posted. Never use a fire station driveway to turn around. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): U-TURN, page 20.

  18. Question 18On ice, you should slow to no more than:

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    D: 5 mph. On ice, reduce your speed to no more than 5 mph. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Slippery Roads, page 61.

  19. Question 19Is it legal to park in the crosshatched (diagonal lines) area next to a disabled parking space?

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    B: No. Never park in the crosshatched area next to a designated disabled parking space; it is needed for access. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Illegal Parking, page 28.

  20. Question 20At night, a bicycle must have a front lamp with a white light visible from at least:

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    C: 300 feet. A bicycle at night must have a front lamp with a white light visible from 300 feet. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Bicycling at Night, page 47.

  21. Question 21Your vehicle starts to hydroplane. You should:

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    D: Slow down gradually and do not use the brakes. If you start to hydroplane, slow down gradually and do not use the brakes; sudden braking may cause you to lose control. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Hydroplaning, page 62.

  22. Question 22According to the handbook's BAC table, how much BAC wears off over time?

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    B: About 0.01% for each 40 minutes. The table notes to subtract 0.01% for each 40 minutes that pass between drinks. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits, page 73.

  23. Question 23How often may you attend traffic violator school to keep a one-point citation from being reported to your insurance company?

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    A: Once in any 18-month period. You can attend traffic violator school for a one-point violation once in any 18-month period. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Traffic Violator School, page 54.

  24. Question 24You must stop on a freeway because of an emergency. What should you do?

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    C: Park completely off the pavement and stay in your vehicle with the doors locked until help arrives. If you must stop on a freeway, park completely off the pavement and stay in your vehicle with the doors locked until help arrives. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Illegal Parking, page 29.

  25. Question 25It is illegal to leave a child of what age or younger unattended in a vehicle?

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    D: 6. It is illegal to leave a child six or younger unattended in a vehicle. The child may be left with a person at least 12 years old. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Unattended Children and Pets, page 67.

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