California Permit Practice Test

Are you preparing to take the California state DMV written knowledge test? Well, then maybe it’s time to sharpen up your know-how in our California DMV permit practice test and see if you have what it takes to pass it! Think you know all your California-specific road signs, the rules of the road, or how to drive properly and keep you safe on the road? Our California permit practice test here aims to help you study and prep for the real thing…

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California Permit Practice Test

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1) What should you do if you are being passed by another vehicle in California?

A) Slow down and let them pass safely

B) Move to the left to block the pass

C) Speed up to prevent them from passing

D) Honk your horn to discourage passing

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2) In California, how far must you stay behind a school bus when its red lights are flashing?

A) Until the lights stop flashing

B) 25 feet

C) 10 feet

D) 15 feet

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3) In California, what should you do if you approach a flashing red traffic light?

A) Yield to oncoming traffic only

B) Stop completely, then proceed when safe

C) Slow down and proceed with caution

D) Continue driving without stopping

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4) What should you do if you are involved in a collision in California?

A) Only stop if there are injuries

B) Drive away if the damage is minor

C) Call the police and continue driving

D) Stop immediately and exchange information

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5) In California, how far must you park from a fire hydrant?

A) 5 feet

B) 20 feet

C) 15 feet

D) 10 feet

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6) When must headlights be used in California?

A) Only when driving on highways

B) From dusk to dawn

C) Only when it is foggy

D) From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, or during adverse weather

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7) What should you do if you approach a railroad crossing and the gates are down in California?

A) Drive around the gates if no train is coming

B) Honk your horn to alert the train

C) Stop and wait for the gates to lift

D) Continue driving slowly

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8) What should you do if your vehicle stalls on a railroad crossing in California?

A) Stay inside the vehicle and wait for help

B) Push the vehicle off the tracks

C) Exit the vehicle and move away from the tracks

D) Try to restart the engine immediately

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9) In California, what should you do if you are driving slower than the flow of traffic in the left lane?

A) Move to the right lane to allow faster traffic to pass

B) Speed up to match the flow of traffic

C) Honk to warn drivers behind you

D) Stay in the lane

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10) What is the maximum speed limit on most California highways unless otherwise posted?

A) 65 mph

B) 55 mph

C) 60 mph

D) 70 mph

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11) What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on a slippery road in California?

A) Steer into the direction of the skid

B) Steer in the opposite direction of the skid

C) Brake hard immediately

D) Speed up to regain traction

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12) A red circle with a white line across the center means:

A) Road closed ahead

B) Yield to pedestrians

C) No U-turn

D) No entry

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13) What does a yellow sign with two black arrows pointing in opposite directions mean?

A) Divided highway ahead

B) Merge lane ahead

C) One-way street ahead

D) Two-way traffic ahead

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14) In California, what is the consequence of accumulating too many points on your driving record?

A) You may face a fine

B) You will be required to retake the driving test

C) Your license may be suspended

D) You may receive a warning

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15) When parking uphill on a street with a curb in California, which way should you turn your wheels?

A) Toward the curb

B) Straight ahead

C) Toward the street

D) Away from the curb

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16) What is the speed limit in residential areas in California unless otherwise posted?

A) 30 mph

B) 35 mph

C) 25 mph

D) 40 mph

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17) What is the legal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit for drivers aged 21 and over in California?

A) 0.05%

B) 0.10%

C) 0.08%

D) 0.02%

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18) A white rectangular sign that says "No U-turn" indicates:

A) U-turns are allowed if there is no traffic

B) You may only make a right turn

C) U-turns are prohibited at this location

D) U-turns are allowed during daylight hours only

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19) In California, when are you allowed to pass on the right?

A) Only when the road is clear

B) Only on highways with two or more lanes in each direction

C) Never

D) When the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is enough room

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20) What should you do if you see a yellow traffic signal in California?

A) Stop if it is safe to do so

B) Ignore it

C) Speed up to get through the intersection

D) Proceed at the same speed

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