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 see a blind pedestrian with a white cane or guide dog at a crosswalk in California?

A) Speed up to avoid stopping

B) Honk your horn to warn them

C) Continue driving if they are not in your lane

D) Stop and wait for the pedestrian to cross

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

A) Your license may be suspended

B) You may face a fine

C) You may receive a warning

D) You will be required to retake the driving test

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3) In California, how far ahead should you signal before turning?

A) 100 feet

B) 150 feet

C) 50 feet

D) 200 feet

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4) When are you allowed to park in a bike lane in California?

A) Only when the bike lane is not in use

B) Only when there are no "No Parking" signs

C) Anytime if no cyclists are present

D) Never

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5) When driving in California, what should you do if you see a pedestrian at a crosswalk?

A) Proceed if the pedestrian is not in a marked crosswalk

B) Speed up to clear the crosswalk quickly

C) Honk to alert the pedestrian

D) Stop, regardless of whether the pedestrian is in a marked or unmarked crosswalk

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

A) Brake hard immediately

B) Steer in the opposite direction of the skid

C) Steer into the direction of the skid

D) Speed up to regain traction

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

A) Stop if it is safe to do so

B) Proceed at the same speed

C) Speed up to get through the intersection

D) Ignore it

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

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

B) Only when the road is clear

C) Never

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

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

A) 5 feet

B) 15 feet

C) 20 feet

D) 10 feet

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

A) Stop and wait for the gates to lift

B) Continue driving slowly

C) Honk your horn to alert the train

D) Drive around the gates if no train is coming

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

A) 40 mph

B) 30 mph

C) 25 mph

D) 35 mph

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12) When are you allowed to turn right on a red light in California?

A) Only during daylight hours

B) Right turns on red are never allowed

C) Only if there is no oncoming traffic

D) Only after a complete stop and checking for traffic

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

A) 70 mph

B) 65 mph

C) 55 mph

D) 60 mph

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14) What should you do if you are driving in foggy conditions in California?

A) Use high beams for better visibility

B) Use low beams and slow down

C) Use parking lights only

D) Follow the vehicle in front closely

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

A) Slow down and proceed with caution

B) Yield to oncoming traffic only

C) Continue driving without stopping

D) Stop completely, then proceed when safe

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16) What is the maximum speed limit for vehicles towing trailers on California highways?

A) 70 mph

B) 55 mph

C) 65 mph

D) 45 mph

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17) What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black "T" indicate?

A) A dead-end street ahead

B) T-intersection ahead

C) No turns allowed ahead

D) A truck stop ahead

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

A) 0.08%

B) 0.05%

C) 0.10%

D) 0.02%

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

A) You may only make a right turn

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

C) U-turns are prohibited at this location

D) U-turns are allowed during daylight hours only

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

A) 15 feet

B) Until the lights stop flashing

C) 10 feet

D) 25 feet

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