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California DMV permit practice test 13

25 questions written from the California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), covering alcohol and drugs, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving, signals and pavement markings, road signs and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions
  1. Question 1When you drive in California, you have consented to which tests if an officer suspects you of DUI?

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    D: Breath, blood, or urine tests. When you drive in California, you consent to a breath, blood, or urine test if an officer suspects you of DUI. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): DUI Arrests, page 74.

  2. Question 2Who must file the SR 1 collision report with DMV when it is required?

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    C: Each driver involved (or their representative), even on private property. Each driver must file an SR 1 with DMV whether or not they caused the collision, even on private property. Law enforcement will not file it for you. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Reporting a Collision, page 78.

  3. Question 3On a passenger vehicle, how far may a load extend beyond the right-side fenders?

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    A: No more than 6 inches. You may not carry anything that extends beyond the fenders on the left side or more than 6 inches beyond the fenders on the right side. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Other Important Roadway Information, page 52.

  4. Question 4How is a carpool (HOV) lane marked on the road surface?

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    D: With a diamond symbol and the words Carpool Lane. HOV lanes are marked with a diamond symbol and the words Carpool Lane. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Types of Lanes: Carpool/High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lanes, page 16.

  5. Question 5Warning signs should be obeyed:

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    B: Regardless of their shape or color. The handbook says to obey all warning signs regardless of their shape or color. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Signs, page 35.

  6. Question 6On public roads, light rail vehicles:

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    D: Have the same rights and responsibilities as other vehicles. On public roads, light rail vehicles have the same rights and responsibilities as other vehicles. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Light Rail Vehicles, page 44.

  7. Question 7Before entering an intersection, you should look:

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    D: Left, right, and ahead for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Before entering an intersection, look left, right, and ahead to check for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Right-of-Way Rules: Intersections, page 39.

  8. Question 8You may pass a light rail vehicle or streetcar on the left only when:

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    D: You are on a one-way street, the tracks are too close to the right side to pass there, or an officer directs you. Do not pass a light rail vehicle or streetcar on the left unless the tracks are too close to the right side, you are on a one-way street, or a traffic officer directs you. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Buses, Streetcars, Trolleys, page 44.

  9. Question 9The railroad crossing gate goes up, but the red lights are still flashing. What should you do?

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    D: Wait until the red lights stop flashing. Do not cross the tracks until the red lights stop flashing, even if the gate rises. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Near Railroad or Light Rail Tracks, page 51.

  10. Question 10You agreed to a breath test after a DUI stop. Can you still be required to take a blood or urine test?

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    C: Yes, to detect the presence of drugs. Even after taking a PAS or breath test, you may still be required to take a blood or urine test to detect drugs. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): DUI Arrests, page 74.

  11. Question 11If anyone is injured or killed in a collision, you must make a report to law enforcement within:

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    A: 24 hours. You must make a report to law enforcement within 24 hours of the collision if anyone is injured or killed. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): What to Do if You Are in a Collision, page 77.

  12. Question 12Where may you place a 7-inch square sticker on your windshield?

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    C: The lower corner of the passenger side windshield. Objects may be placed in a 7-inch square on the lower corner of the passenger side windshield or the lower corner of the rear window. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Other Important Roadway Information, page 53.

  13. Question 13How is a center left turn lane marked?

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    C: A solid outer line and a broken inner line on each side. A center left turn lane is marked on both sides by two painted lines: the inner line is broken and the outer line is solid. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Types of Lanes: Center Left Turn Lanes, page 16.

  14. Question 14A diamond-shaped placard on a truck means:

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    B: The load may be hazardous, and the truck must stop before crossing railroad tracks. A diamond-shaped sign on a truck means its load may be dangerous (gas, explosives, etc.). These vehicles must stop before crossing railroad tracks. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Vehicles with Hazardous Loads, page 50.

  15. Question 15When turning right, you should always check for:

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    A: Pedestrians crossing and motorcycles or bicycles riding next to you. When turning right, always check for pedestrians crossing and for motorcycles and bicycles riding next to you. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Right-of-Way Rules: Intersections, page 39.

  16. Question 16You see livestock near the road. What should you do?

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    D: Slow down or stop and proceed when safe, following directions from the person in charge. If you see animals near the road, slow down or stop and proceed when safe. Follow directions from the person in charge of the animals. It is illegal to scare horses or livestock on purpose. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Near Animals, page 46.

  17. Question 17The gates at a railroad crossing are down, but you see no train. What should you do?

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    C: Call the posted railroad emergency number or 911. Never go under or around lowered gates. If gates are down and you see no train, call the posted railroad emergency number or 911. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Near Railroad or Light Rail Tracks, page 51.

  18. Question 18It is illegal to drink alcohol or take drugs while operating which of these?

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    D: A boat or jet ski. It is illegal to drink alcohol or take drugs while operating a boat, jet ski, water skis, aquaplane, or similar vessel. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits, page 73.

  19. Question 19When you sell a vehicle, you must notify DMV within:

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    D: 5 days. When you sell a vehicle, you must notify DMV within five days by completing a Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Buying or Selling a Vehicle, page 79.

  20. Question 20Can a video monitor be visible to the driver while driving?

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    D: Only if it shows vehicle information, navigation, a media player, or radio. You may not drive with a video monitor visible to the driver unless it only displays vehicle information, navigation, a media player, or radio. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Other Important Roadway Information, page 52.

  21. Question 21Large trucks often swing wide to make a turn because:

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    A: Their rear wheels follow a shorter path than their front wheels. When a vehicle turns, its rear wheels follow a shorter path than the front wheels. The longer the vehicle, the bigger the difference, so trucks swing wide. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Sharing the Road: Turning, page 43.

  22. Question 22Which vehicle features are NOT allowed during the California behind-the-wheel drive test?

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    C: Advanced driver assistance like automated parallel parking, lane departure, and adaptive cruise control. Advanced driver assistance technologies such as automated parallel parking, lane departure, and adaptive cruise control are not permitted on the drive test. Backup cameras and blind spot monitors may be used but don't replace visual checks. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Other Things to Know for Your Behind-the-Wheel Test, page 7.

  23. Question 23An officer signals you to pull over. What should you do first?

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    D: Turn on your right turn signal and move completely onto the right shoulder. Turn on your right turn signal to acknowledge the officer and move completely onto the right shoulder, even if you are in the HOV lane. Stop in a well-lit area if possible. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): During a Law Enforcement Stop, page 29.

  24. Question 24For the drive test, your vehicle's horn must be audible from at least:

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    B: 200 feet. The horn must be designed for the vehicle, working, and loud enough to be heard from at least 200 feet. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): Driver's License Tests: Behind-the-Wheel Drive Test, page 6.

  25. Question 25During a traffic stop, what should the driver and passengers do before the officer approaches?

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    B: Place their hands in clear view. Roll down your window, turn off the radio, stay inside unless directed otherwise, and keep hands in clear view. California Driver's Handbook (DL 600): During a Law Enforcement Stop, page 29.

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