practice tests

Question 1

When a railroad crossing is not controlled, what is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet and cannot see for 400 feet in both directions?

Answer 1

15mph

Question 2

Which of the following is the proper procedure for parallel parking?

Answer 2

Stop next to the vehicle in front of the open space, and then back into the space.

Question 3

How many feet away should you switch from high beam to low beam headlights when approaching a vehicle coming towards you?

Answer 3

500 feet

Question 4

Who can legally park next to curb painted blue?

Answer 4

A person who is disabled and has a special placard or vehicle license plate for disabled persons.

Question 5

Which of the following is a requirement of California’s Basic Speed Law?

Answer 5

Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

Question 6

You must notify the DMV with 5 days, if you:

Answer 6

Sell or transfer ownership of your vehicle

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a safe driving practice?

Answer 7

Always keep your eyes moving to scan the surroundings.

Question 8

Is using your high-beam headlights in the fog safe driving?

Answer 8

no

Question 9

At what point during a rainfall are roads slippery on a hot day?

Answer 9

first several minutes

Question 10

With a Class C driver license, a person may drive:

Answer 10

a 3 axle vehicle less than 6000 lbs

Question 11

You are required to notify DMV by filing a Report of Traffic Accident Occuring in California (SR-1) form if:

Answer 11

You were involved in a collision with more than $1,000 in damages.

Question 12

You are under 18 years of age and have had your license for eight months. You may drive:

Answer 12

between 5am and 11pm

Question 13

Where should you begin a left turn from a one-way street onto a one-way street?

Answer 13

far left lane

Question 14

In addition to setting your parking brake, what should you do when parking on a hill?

Answer 14

make sure vehicle is in park position/gear

Question 15

Any driver who willfully flees or attempts to evade law enforcement, during which a person is seriously injured, is subject to:

Answer 15

imprisonment up to 7 years

Question 16

Fatigue and Drowsiness - Can affect

Answer 16

vision and increase reaction time

Question 17

When parking next to a curb, you should use your turn signals

Answer 17

You should signal… Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.

Question 18

You should signal at least 100 feet before you turn…

Answer 18

before switching lanes and fives seconds before switching lanes on freeway

Question 19

When should you signal?

Answer 19

100 feet before turning

Question 20

Dim your high beam headlights to low beams within

Answer 20

500 feet when a vehicle is coming towards you

Question 21

If you can see a collision or hazard ahead, warn drivers behind you using these methods:

Answer 21

• turn on emergency flashers
• lightly tap brake pedal 3 or 4 times
• use a hand signal when slowing or stopping

Question 22

When both right and left turn signals are flashing at the same time on a moving vehicle, it means

Answer 22

there may be a hazard or collision up ahead

Question 23

Treat lines as a barrier. When

Answer 23

solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart

Question 24

A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:

Answer 24

vehicles next to broken line may pass

Question 25

It is not necessary to slow down before a lane change.

Question 26

If you are driving on a highway next to a single broken white line marking

Answer 26

A broken white line indicates that you may cross the line to pass or change lanes.

Question 27

When changing lanes, check

Answer 27

Check your mirrors. Check traffic behind and beside you. Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to make sure the lane is clear

Question 28

A U-turn is not permitted:

Answer 28

When you cannot see clearly for 200 feet in each direction - near curves or hills

Question 29

You may make a left turn on a red light only from a:

Answer 29

one way street to a one way street

Question 30

If you are being passed in a no passing zone, you should

Answer 30

If a vehicle is passing you or signals that they plan on passing, allow the vehicle to pass. Maintain your lane position and your speed.

Question 31

Which way do you turn your front wheels to park downhill next to a curb?

Answer 31

into the curb

Question 32

Which way do you turn your wheels to park uphill next to a curb?

Answer 32

away from curb

Question 33

If it is necessary to make an emergency stop while driving on an interstate, you should

Answer 33

If you must stop on a freeway, park completely off the pavement and stay in your vehicle with the doors locked until help arrives.'If it is necessary to make an emergency stop while driving on an interstate, you should:

Question 34

Before stopping your vehicle at a traffic signal or sign, you should:

Answer 34

check your mirrors for surrounding traffic before entering an intersection.

Question 35

It is against the law to enter an intersection when:

Answer 35

Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across before the traffic signal light turns red.'

Question 36

Blue traffic signs offer information on:

Answer 36

motorist services

Question 37

A safety zone is a specially marked area for passengers to get on or off buses or trolleys. You may not drive through a safety zone:

Answer 37

'Safety zones are spaces set aside for pedestrians waiting for buses, streetcars, and trolleys. Safety zones are marked by raised buttons or markers on a road. Do not drive through a safety zone under any condition.'

Question 38

Large trucks turning onto a street with two lanes in each direction:

Answer 38

often have to use the left lane to complete the turn

Question 39

Which sign on a truck means that the truck's load is potentially dangerous?

Answer 39

diamond sign

Question 40

Fines in a construction zone are:

Answer 40

doubled

Question 41

The speed limit in any alley is

Answer 41

15 mph

Question 42

When planning to pass another vehicle, you should:

Answer 42

don't count on other cars making space for you

Question 43

when towing, you must

Answer 43

must drive in the far-right lane or a lane marked for slower vehicles

Question 44

abandoning an animal in a highway may result in

Answer 44

The DMV handbook states, 'You must not dump or abandon animals on a highway. This crime is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, six months in jail, or both.'

Question 45

A peace officer is signaling for you to drive to the edge of the roadway. You decide to ignore the officer's warning and flee the scene. You are guilty of a misdemeanor and can be punished by being:

Answer 45

It is a misdemeanor to use a motor vehicle to flee or attempt to evade law enforcement performing their duties. This is punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for one year or less.'

Question 46

bac

Answer 46

percentage of blood alcohol in blood

Question 47

It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ____ or higher.

Answer 47

.08%

Question 48

f you are convicted of driving with an excessive blood alcohol concentration (BAC), you may be sentenced to serve:

Answer 48

The DMV handbook states on page 74 that you may be sentenced to up to six months in jail if convicted of a DUI. 'If you are convicted of a DUI, DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privilege for one year.'

Question 49

When driving at night, you should:

Answer 49

increase following distance

Question 50

You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. You should:

Answer 50

make room for the merging traffic

Question 51

On a freeway, drivers should look farther ahead than they normally would on a city street

Answer 51

in order to spot dangers and hazards ahead

Question 52

When driving at night with no other vehicles ahead, a driver should use

Answer 52

high beam lights

Question 53

Which of the following roadways freeze first when wet?

Answer 53

bridges and overpasses

Question 54

When driving in fog, you should use your:

Answer 54

low beams

Question 55

ideal maximum speedh limit on california highways

Answer 55

65mph

Question 56

hat is the maximum speed limit on two-lane undivided highways, unless otherwise posted?

Answer 56

55mph

Question 57

basic speed law weather

Answer 57

in California, you may never drive faster than is safe for the current road conditions

Question 58

If you want to pass a pedestrian who is walking along the roadway and an oncoming vehicle is approaching, you should:

Answer 58

slow down and let oncoming vehicle pass