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California DMV permit practice test 11

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

25 questions
  1. Question 1A row of solid white triangles painted across your lane, pointing toward you, shows:

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    C: Where to yield or stop. A yield line is a row of solid white triangles that point toward approaching vehicles and show where to yield or stop. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Yield Line, page 14.

  2. Question 2A yellow sign showing a road shaped like a capital T means:

    yellow and black diamond road sign
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    A: The road you are on ends ahead; you must turn left or right. A T-intersection sign warns that the road ends ahead at a T and you will have to turn left or right. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Warning Signs, page 37.

  3. Question 3Which of these is considered a pedestrian under the handbook?

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    C: A person on a skateboard or roller skates. Pedestrians include a person walking, a person traveling on something other than a vehicle or bicycle (such as roller skates or a skateboard), and a person with a disability using a tricycle, quadricycle, or wheelchair. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Pedestrians, page 41.

  4. Question 4You start to make a turn and realize it's the wrong street. What should you do?

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    D: Follow through with the turn, then turn around legally later. Once you start moving through an intersection, keep going. If you start a turn, follow through; if you miss a turn, keep driving until you can safely and legally turn around. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Changing Lanes, page 15.

  5. Question 5Driving much slower than other traffic on a freeway:

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    D: Can block traffic flow, and you may be cited. You should not block normal, reasonable traffic flow by driving too slowly. Driving faster or slower than the speed limit can get you cited; if you drive slower than traffic, use the right lane. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Heavy Traffic or Bad Weather, page 50.

  6. Question 6Which of these is a legal place to park?

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    B: Along a curb 25 feet from a crosswalk with no signs or colored curb. Parking 25 feet from a crosswalk is outside the 20-foot limit. The other choices are listed as illegal parking. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Illegal Parking, page 28.

  7. Question 7A bicycle's rear red reflector or red light must be visible at night from:

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    D: 500 feet. A rear red reflector, solid red light, or flashing red light must be visible from 500 feet. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Bicycling at Night, page 47.

  8. Question 8You are stuck in snow or mud. Which step is correct?

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    B: Shift into a low gear, keep the front wheels straight, and gently press the accelerator. Shift into low gear, keep the front wheels straight, gently step on the accelerator, and avoid spinning the wheels. Rock forward and backward until the vehicle rolls free. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Stuck in Snow or Mud, page 62.

  9. Question 9According to the handbook, one drink equals:

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    D: 12 oz. of 5% beer, 5 oz. of 12% wine, or 1.5 oz. of 80-proof liquor. One drink is 1.5 oz. of 80-proof liquor, 12 oz. of 5% beer, or 5 oz. of 12% wine. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits, page 73.

  10. Question 10Traffic convictions and collisions generally stay on your driver record for:

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    A: 36 months or longer, depending on the type. Traffic convictions and collisions stay on your record for 36 months or longer, depending on the type of conviction. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Points on Your Driver's Record, page 54.

  11. Question 11You pump the brakes and they still don't work. What should you do next?

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    D: Downshift into a lower or neutral gear, then try the emergency brake. If pumping the brakes doesn't work, downshift to a lower or neutral gear to slow down, then try using your emergency brake to stop. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Locked Wheel Skids, page 61.

  12. Question 12A young child can be left in a car only if supervised by someone at least how old?

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    C: 12. A child may be left under the supervision of a person who is at least 12 years old. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Unattended Children and Pets, page 67.

  13. Question 13A limit line is:

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    C: A wide white line showing where to stop before an intersection or crosswalk. A limit line is a wide white line that shows drivers where to stop before an intersection or crosswalk. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Turns: Right Turns, page 18.

  14. Question 14A yellow warning sign shows a plus sign (+) shape. It means:

    yellow and black diamond road sign
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    C: A crossroad (intersection) is ahead. A crossroad sign warns that another road crosses yours ahead. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Warning Signs, page 37.

  15. Question 15A crosswalk has flashing lights, but they are not flashing right now. You should:

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    B: Still look for pedestrians and be prepared to stop. Whether or not crosswalk lights are flashing, look for pedestrians and be prepared to stop. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Crosswalks, page 41.

  16. Question 16An oncoming car has its right turn signal on as you wait to turn left. You should:

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    C: Wait until the car actually starts its turn. Do not assume an oncoming vehicle with its right signal on will turn. Wait for it to start its turn before you begin your left turn. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Crossing or Entering Traffic, page 24.

  17. Question 17Which of these does NOT affect the safe speed for conditions under the Basic Speed Law?

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    C: The color of your vehicle. Your speed should depend on the number and speed of vehicles, the road surface, bicyclists or pedestrians, and weather. Vehicle color is not a factor. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Manage Your Speed, page 67.

  18. Question 18A vehicle stopped, parked, or left on a freeway may be removed after more than:

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    C: Four hours. A vehicle stopped, parked, or left standing on a freeway for more than four hours may be removed. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Illegal Parking, page 29.

  19. Question 19A bicyclist moves toward the middle of the lane. Which is a legal reason for this?

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    C: Avoiding a hazard such as parked cars or debris. Bicyclists may move left to avoid hazards, pass, prepare for a left turn, or when the lane is too narrow to share safely. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Bicycling in Travel Lanes, page 47.

  20. Question 20After driving through a flooded road, you should:

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    A: Test your brakes. After you make it through water, test your brakes to make sure they work correctly. It is best to avoid flooded roads altogether. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Flooded Roads, page 63.

  21. Question 21A person 13 to 20 years old is convicted of riding a bicycle under the influence. What can happen?

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    C: Their driving privilege may be suspended or delayed for one year. If you are 13 to 20 and convicted of operating a bicycle under the influence, your driving privilege may be suspended or delayed for one year once you are eligible to drive. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): SECTION 9. Alcohol and Drugs, page 72.

  22. Question 22What are California's minimum liability insurance amounts?

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    A: $30,000 per person / $60,000 per collision for injury or death / $15,000 property damage. Insurance must cover at least $30,000 for one death or injury, $60,000 for death or injury to more than one person, and $15,000 for property damage. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Insurance Requirements, page 76.

  23. Question 23If your vehicle does not have emergency flashers and you must stop because of trouble, you should:

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    D: Use your turn signals. Turn on your emergency flashers; if your vehicle doesn't have them, use your turn signals. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Using Your Emergency Flashers, page 12.

  24. Question 24Which is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

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    D: Tiredness, yawning, dizziness, headache, or ringing in the ears. Symptoms include tiredness, yawning, dizziness, nausea, headache, and ringing in the ears. Have your exhaust system checked. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Be Aware of Carbon Monoxide, page 71.

  25. Question 25There is no limit line and no crosswalk at a STOP sign. Where should you stop?

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    C: Before you enter the intersection. If there is no limit line or crosswalk, stop before entering the intersection. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Signs: STOP Sign, page 35.

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